Things I learned after getting a dog

1. The first month SUCKS!!!! It will cause much fighting with your spouse, even if you don't fight normally.

2. You MUST sleep when the puppy sleeps. Seriously.

3. I can survive on getting up 4:30, but only barely.

4. One can spend an obscene amount of money at Petsmart.

5. Dog slobber will end up on everything you own, so live with it.

6. Dogs snore, bark, whine and have dreams while they sleep.

7. Your Christmas tree will be broke, since she liked to sleep in it, not next to it.

8. Be prepared to be knocked of your feet when she wakes up and is surprised to see that you didn't leave in the middle of the night.

9. Having a dog will make your hubby feel better about being gone for 24 hours for work.

10. It really is nice to have some love you and follow you everywhere you go, even if you step on their tail in the process.

11. Seeing her jump up in the kitchen window, when you pull in the driveway, makes me smile.

12. Dog fur will cover the basement stairs and floor, even if she doesn't go down there.

13. When taking her for a walk, try to find a stick, bigger than her, to carry around so she doesn't pick up every piece of garbage instead.

14. Petting a dog will make everything better.

15. 57 pounds is really not that heavy, when it's sitting on your lap. :)

We love you, Casey!!