Tagged

My Mom was tagged by the Dughallmor beagles Mom to play a little game. Normally we don't play these games but we thought we would give it a go. Mom is changing the rules a little though. You are supposed to post the most recent picture of yourself and then list 40 things about yourself. Since this is my blog, Mom and I decided to list 20 things about me and 20 things about her. :) The pictures of me are from this morning when I went to my friend Gracie's house. Don't I look vicious up there. BOL!

Also, check out these moves by Miss Gracie! She is one flexible girl. :)

Ok, so here are my 20:

1. I was born in Washington state (still live here) and came to live with my pawrents when I was 9 weeks old.
2. I am HIGHLY motivated by food and I really don't understand those dogs who will do tricks for a chase of a ball or a tug on a toy. What's the point without the food. ;)
3. When I was a wee pup, I fell into a lake and did not attempt to doggy paddle. I sank and this man that I really don't know well grabbed me and pulled me up so now my Mom wants me to have swimming lessons and wear a lifejacket like my pal Kylie.
4. I have an unhealthy fear of flies. One time there was a fly buzzing in my room and I refused to go to bed. I was pacing until Mom and Dad figured out the problem and took care of the nasty little fly for me.
5. Recently, I had a run in with my food bowl and now I am very cautious when eating. You see, my tags got stuck in the wire part and when I lifted my head the bowls came with me and there were flying bowls and water everywhere. It was VERY scary.
6. I enjoy sunning myself and LOVE it when it is warm outside.
7. I also like to eat snow though too.
8. I am learning some new tricks: wave, twirl, and beg. Beg is very hard for me though and Mom sometimes has to help me balance.
9. I am part of a very fun dog club where I get to play fun games and see my furiends.
10. I am my Mom's shadow whenever she is home.
11. I am a bit of a whiner. ;) Whatever works, right!
12. I LOVE kids although I don't know how I would feel if there was one around all the time stealing my thunder...hmmmm.
13. I am very speedy and like to run back and forth and in circles as fast as I can.
14. One time I was running towards Mom at high speed and instead of swerving I crashed right into her and her camera went flying. She barely stayed upright.
15. I like to clean other dog's teeth....I should have been a dentist. Just ask my brother Bodhi!
16. I start out sleeping on my own bed but I end up wedged between Mom and Dad by morning.
17. I'm not really a big bone chewer. I will chew them for a short time and then I'm done.
18. When I was a puppy, I would crawl under our very low, old couch and sleep. There's no way I could fit under there now but I still like to crawl under things such as blankies. :)
19. I was chased by an evil poop-covered Yorkie at a dog park who was trying like crazy to jump up and sniff my behind. I was so disgusted by the smell of the little guy that I was literally running away from it and looking to Mom and Dad for help. When they discovered the problem we left the park.
20. I get along with most dogs but whatever you do do not come and put your head over my shoulders when we first meet like you think you are the king/queen because I DO NOT like that and I WILL let you know about it.


Now, it's Mom's turn...

Hi, Nala's Mom here. This is the most recent pic of me and it is from our hiking trip on Saturday.

Now, to see if I can come up with 20 things. :)

1. I grew up in WV which is where my family still lives. I had a bit of a southern accent but mine was never really that strong and now most people cannot even detect one. I enjoy hearing that accent though as it reminds me of home.
2. I left WV after Christmas in 2001 and drove by myself all the way to Washington state. My car was loaded, I had no apartment yet, and I knew no one here. It was a wonderful experience! I have been here ever since and I LOVE the Pacific Northwest.
3. I teach Kindergarten! :)
4. I used to be a sign language interpreter for elementary students.
5. I love tangy/sour things. Balsamic vinegar is the best. I also have an unhealthy obsession for yellow mustard...there is nothing like the tangy taste of it. :)
6. I enjoy to cooking. My favorite things to make are bread and pasta dishes.
7. I have two younger brothers who are both wonderful and generous people.
8. I'm getting married this summer to Nala's Dad. :)
9. Justin, my fiance, and I are hoping to go to France/Italy this summer but we'll see. My Mom's side of the family is Italian and it has always been a dream of mine to visit. Justin wants to go to France to watch Lance Armstrong in the Tour De France which I am excited for too but really I am all about going to Italy, trying the food, meeting the people, seeing the beauty of it all.
10. When I was a child, I wanted to live in Australia. I wrote many reports about Australia in school and even had a pen pal from Sydney. I always thought Melbourne would be a nice place. :) Hopefully, I will at least make it to visit someday.
11. I played lots of sports growing up and I even played college softball. I was a pitcher and I played shortstop.
12. When I was in high school, I traveled to about three BUSH concerts back to back. It is a bit of a blur. ;) My friends and I did manage to meet the band though and get some autographs...those poor bands having to deal with crazed teenage fans...I feel for them. :)
13. I am a huge Anne of Green Gables fan.
14. I recently joined the gym and hope to get in better shape....since I started teaching I have been pretty lazy.
15. I once ran a half marathon in Victoria, British Columbia.
16. I drink too much coffee and am trying to cut back...probably won't happen. ;)
17. It was Justin's idea to get a dog and I wasn't too keen on having an inside dog but as soon as I saw Nala it was over...I was in love and now I can't imagine my life without her. She brings me so much joy and it has opened up a whole new world to me full of wonderful people and other dogs.
18. I enjoy gardening and am excited for spring time so I can start planting.
19. I once made a road trip from WV to Alaska...nine days of driving and camping. I lived up there for a summer and really enjoyed it. It is such a beautiful place.
20. My favorite ice cream is butter pecan...I remember eating this with my grandfather and I still LOVE it.

WHOO...I made it.

Now, it is my turn to tag 3 people so I tag:

Abby - my friend and an amazing Mom who does so much fun stuff with her girls. She's also the Mom of Nala's pal, Gracie.

Heidi - Bodhi (my brother) and Sampson's human Mom because she is a great dog Mom.

Simona - Paco & Milo's Mommy because she is always so kind and thoughtful in her blog comments.