Dark November mornings

Papi let me stay in bed this morning when he got up early to grade papers. It was really nice and warm there, and I got to lay on the body pillow, which was even better. Before Mami left for work, she came in and made fun of me, but I don't care. Any morning where I can stay in bed until the afternoon is a good day to me.

Small

There are a lot of advantages to my size. People pick me up and hold me all the time, which is nice, and I can fit between two people on a love seat, with room to spare. I can get places in the house even Lulu can't, and I can wiggle free if I need to when Mami grabs me to put on a sweater or something. I also fit perfectly under the coffee table, as seen here, which is to my benefit, because when Mami and Papi eat in the living room, the snacks often land right at my feet. Also, I can take what they accidentally drop and drag it to where they can't reach me, and eat it before they get to me.

Projects

Yesterday Lulu and I spent all day in the guest room, helping Mami make a baby quilt for Tia Becky, who is going to have a little one very soon. Mami has never made a quilt before but she used to watch Abuela make them all the time, and she has lots and lots of fabric, so she decided to try it out. It was so much fun to jump on the bed and roll around with all the quilt squares, even though Mami yelled at me. Then Lulu lay on top of the fabric and I had a sneezing fit and got things all wet, and Mami chased us out of the room, but we came right back.
Lulu's favorite part was the cotton batting, which is fluffy like clouds and she likes to curl up in it. I liked pulled the fabric off Mami's lap while she was using the sewing machine. She said it took twice as long to make the quilt because of us. I don't see why. Anyway, she finished it and it looks really good. It has animals on it like bear and deer, and it's pretty navy blue and cranberry. And I think it has some cat hair on it too, which makes it extra special. It's Mami's first quilt and everybody helped.

Post-Thanksgiving siestas

Well, today was our family Thanksgiving because yesterday Mami had to work, so Mami's parents and my abuelita came to visit us today. The morning was very busy, because Mami and Papi were running around cooking things, and I tried to help, but they didn't drop much on the floor, which was disappointing. Finally everyone arrived and we all sat down to a big feast of turkey and mole and potatoes and calabacitas. I got a little turkey at the end, and then afterward I got a big juicy bone.
Abuelita wanted a walk so after we had cheesecake she and Mami took me around the neighborhood. It was so nice and crunchy out, with lots of leaves and blue sky and things to sniff.
Then we came home and everybody left but us, and we all took a really long nap, before another round of turkey. This time, I got a shortbread cookie for dessert, and then I passed out on the couch with Lulu. I hope there are more leftovers tomorrow.

Happy Turkey Day!

Such a sleepy day

With Mami home sick I spent all day with her on the couch. I tried to stay awake and be helpful but you can see how far that got me. Lulu sat on the other end of the couch to keep Mamis feet warm. Tomorrow she's going back to work so I wont get a chance to have as many snuggles, but it's been a nice treat.

A little dancin'

Mami got a bad cold today and came home early, and sometimes when she's sick she likes to watch cheerful things. This is one of them, it's a scene from an old Bollywood movie. I hope you like it. I think I would look pretty hot in gold lame.

Turkey bacon

We had a really, really late brunch this morning, and I just got finished eating a pancake and some turkey bacon. It was sooo tasty. I didn't get any coffee, but I don't think I'd like it anyway. It's super dark and rainy here, so that means no walk today, but I think Mami and I will play some ball later down the hallway. Papi has to go to his office and grade things. I wish he'd grade them here but apparently I am too distracting. I promised not to throw my ball at him this time, but I don't think that will work.

Smarty pants

Guess what? Papi did this test on-line that looks at your blog and figures out what kind of level of intelligence it takes to read it. You'll be proud to know that you all are geniuses! But I'd expect nothing less.

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Special choodle treats

Tonight, I got a surprise visit from my Aunt Candace and my friend Charley, who is a big dog but who doesn't scare me. Much. I love Aunt Candace, not only because she really knows how to scratch me, but because she supplies me with the juciest, smokiest, biggest bones ever! Tonight she brought me a new one, but Mami wouldn't let me have it because I've been eating a lot of bones lately and she thinks I should save it for later.
I was disappointed but then Aunt Candace found some biscuits in her pocket so Charley and I each got to have a special snack. I gave her lots of choodle kisses in return. I love surprise visits. They make me one happy choodle!

Heffalumps

I'm gonna take a stand and say that I don't like elephants.
Now I know this is going to upset some people, but last night, while I was sleeping on Mami's lap, this program came on about traveling in Ghana, and there were all these elephants stomping around and snorting. It was enough to wake me up and then I got pretty upset.
Usually I don't pay much attention to the television, but this time, I sat up and growled and snarled and barked until Mami scolded me and made me lay back down, but then when the elephants came on again, I did it a second time, until Mami had to turn the sound down. She said that an elephant would be more afraid of me than I would be of him because I look like a schmouse, and everybody knows that elephants hate schmouses.
But I'm not planning on making any up close and personal elephant introductions any time soon.

Windy weather

It is incredibly blustery here today, after a very pleasant weekend with sunshine and lots of pretty leaves. But this morning I nearly got blown out of the yard when I went out for my early a.m. constitutional. I went back indoors as soon as possible.
I didn't do a whole lot this weekend other than playing a lot of ball inside. Mami had to work and Papi was really busy with school again. I almost got in trouble last night when Mami spilled brownie mix on the floor and I nearly got a mouthful, but she was too fast for me.
It's so cold and blowy out I think I'll lay on the couch and nap until everyone comes home. I hope the power doesn't go out, but if it does, there's a polar fleece blanket to burrow under until they get back.

Bones!

Just me and my bone. Thought I'd share. Well, brag.

Laying low

So, my Tia Candace came by the other day with this big bag full of really excellent bones for me. They are all smoked and tasty and big as my head, so whenever Mami lets me have one for awhile, I disappear to one of my favorite hiding places and gnaw on it until I'm good and thirsty.
I get a little mesmerized when I chew on them, which can make me kinda jumpy. Lulu has learned not to walk too close when I have my bone, because I make terrible jumpy growly business at her when she comes near. Mami says that cats don't like bones. I would not jump to that conclusion. Even Lulu can smell how good my bone must be.
What's sad is, I don't get the bone when Mami is not home, because she says there could be splinters. So I only get it during "supervised time." I would like to sneak it when she's gone, but she puts it in the fridge and I haven't figured out how to open it yet. But I'm trying.

Life after the party

So it's taken me a couple days to recouperate from the wildness of Saturday night that stretched into Sunday morning. I've been doing a lot of power napping, combined with some rubber ball workouts, and stretches. I didnt' get to sleep in much this morning, but the house was empty most of the day and Lulu and I took advantage of the quiet. I like company, but I also like it when they go away.

Crazy party time!

Hello all! Got my photos back from the big party and thought I'd share a few of them with you all. It was a crazy night, the last guest didn't leave til 4 a.m., and I stayed up the whole time! Luckily I got to sleep in the next day, phew! Man, I got carried around by so many people that I can't even remember everyone. It was really fun and I got lots of snacks, and there was a fire outside that I got to sit by for awhile, and it was all really fun! Hope you enjoy the pics!

Dia de los Muertos

Happy Day of the Dead, everyone! We are gearing up for our annual party, getting the ofrenda ready and making lots of trips to the store for supplies. I can't wait for everyone to arrive tomorrow night! The house will be full of people and food and music and maybe even some dancing! OOOh!
Tonight though, we will light some candles and be solemn for a few minutes to remember those who have passed, like my dear friend Lucha.
I will blog more on Sunday or Monday and share some pics!