Desoto

While spring has been on its way here our other "child" has been having some Alaska experiences as well as our precious babe. Now I have to be honest, sometimes I've really needed to take a deep breath before I get mad at him, but for the most part we've had a great spring and I love having him around.

Watching the geese and enjoying the sun in the backyard 

My attempt to get him to wipe his feet...yep, you read that right.  With practically white carpet and a muddy backyard I've ended up with more paw prints on the carpet than I prefer, like any are preferable. Notice his paws aren't all ON the rug...it's a work in progress but he's getting the hang of it in his own way.

He also has to sit on the rug until his paws are dry, so he's getting good at the "stay" command. I'm such an ornery mom. :) 

Walks through all the great parks up here are a must! With and without friends Jocelynn, Desoto and I (and sometimes Justin) have hit the paths. He loves it as always and is quickly making friends, though they may be complete opposites. 

Every day around 4:45ish Desoto takes his position by the window waiting for his best friend to get off work. I have no idea how he knows what time it is, but I do know he's one smart dog! It makes me feel so bad when Justin doesn't get home right after 5!

Sleeping next to his favorite person.  Desoto takes the opportunity to cuddle anytime Justin lays on the floor. If only we let him sleep in our bed, ha!