Josie's BBQ

We had a BBQ today to officially welcome Josie to the family. People came from down the street and as far away as Madras and Seattle to help us celebrate. We had a great turn out. Everyone brought something to share, and we managed to keep cool despite the heat.

Josie enjoyed all of the extra attention and enjoyed meeting everyone. Especially the babies! Here she gives 7 month old Jackson kisses.

Thanks to everyone who made it. We had a wonderful time!

Snuggle

Josie snuggles with mom on the couch after a long day.

Balancing Act

Josie is willing to do whatever it takes to get to the kitty.

Oceans 11

Josie lays on the ottoman and watches Oceans 11.

Sparring Buddies

Josie and Millie square off on the futon.

Fun with the Tarp

Josie has fun playing on the tarp Tammy set out to clean after camping.

Waiting Patiently

Josie waits patiently in the truck while dad runs into the store.

No Dogs Allowed

Although Josie wanted to participate in the Madras Relay for Life and help honor Grandma Irene by walking laps around the track, the event and grounds banned all canines. Mom and dad had to take turns being with her in the truck and on the other side of the fence.

Playing with Kitty

Josie attempts to engage Millie in a play session.

Sleepy Girls

Josie and mom crash on the ottoman after a long day.

Stuck!

Josie gets stuck in a chair trying to play with Millie.
Millie continues to remain unamused with all this puppy nonsense.

Kissing Taylor

Josie kisses Taylor, happy she came over to play with her today.

Fun with Ice Cubes

Josie discovers the fun of playing with ice cubes on the kitchen floor.

Crashed Again

Josie crashes on the futon after a play session with Bailey from next door. He wiped her out!

Fourth in Newport

We decided to celebrate the Fourth of July by taking Josie to the beach for the first time. It was supposed to be in the upper 80s in the Willamette Valley today, and nearly 70F at the coast, so we decided this would be the perfect opportunity.


When we arrived in Newport, it was sunny and beautiful...lots of blue sky, but just a tad bit windy. We should have packed our kite...and coats. We made the best of it though, and introduced Josie to sand and sea foam and salt water.


She wasn't too sure about getting in the water...the ocean is a bit brisk up here even in the summer time. But she enjoyed walking on the sand and sniffing seaweed and the various dead things that washed ashore. Good times.


We attempted to take a family portrait or two before the battery in our camera died (yes, forgot to pack the spare too), but we're still working on how to sit still for the camera. Next time.

Happy Fourth of July

Josie poses on the deck before we head to the beach for a Fourth of July picnic.

Snuggle with Frog

Josie snuggles her frog all on her own during a morning nap.

14 Weeks Today

At the age of 14 weeks, Josie is still small enough to fit on a shelf in the pantry.

Wanna Play?

Josie attempts to engage Bailey in another chase game around Tammy's yard.

Strike a Pose

Josie strikes a comfortable nap time pose.

Our Little Buttercup

Josie takes a rest on our walk in a field of buttercups at Starker Arts Park.

Let Me Out!

Josie gets a shower, much to her disdain.

Sleepy Girl

Josie crashes out in mom's lap after dinner.

Taylor Babysits

Taylor came over to babysit this afternoon so that we could get a few projects done. Josie took to her right away.

They played in the front yard for awhile...

...and then Josie went inside and took a long nap.

Taylor tried to wake her up but all Josie wanted to do was sleep.

On Taylor's lap.

Driving with Dad

Josie perches on the back of the driver's seat in the truck on the way back from the hardware store. How Gary safely obtained this self-portrait while driving (he assures me no more than 35 mph), I will never know!

Ice Cream Party

Bailey's girlfriend Olive, a chocolate lab, came over to stay with him for a few days while her mom was out of town. Josie was invited over to play with both her and Bailey for the afternoon.

All three played in the yard and the pool and had a grand old time.


When it was time for a break, Tammy gave each puppy their own cup of doggie ice cream.

Josie was hooked!

Meet & Greet

We went to the Farmers Market today where Josie got to meet some new puppies.

There were big ones....

....and little ones.

She also had her fair share of attention from humans

But not everyone was eager to meet her :)

Morning Snooze

Josie strikes a familiar pose on the futon.

Meet Bailey

Bailey lives next door with Tammy. Josie loves to play with him!

They like to play chase and tackle.

And swim in the pool.


Bailey does a great job of wearing her out!

Bailey Play Date

Bailey came over to play this afternoon.

He chased Josie in circles around the yard.


They tackled each other and had a grand old time.

When they were finished playing, Josie cooled off with a big drink in the water dish.

TP Thief

Josie discovers the joy of stealing and then playing with a roll of toilet paper.

Crashed Out

Tuckered out after a big day meeting the family, Josie crashes on our makeshift bed in the living room.

Meeting the Princes

We attended Cassie's graduation party and Josie got to make her rounds meeting the Princes.

Here she snuggles with Aunt Mary...

And Cousin Katie..

And Cousin JoJo :)