Ryan's Birthday in SD

The pups and I went down to San Diego to be with Ryan for his birthday. We had a nice time cruising and relaxing by the beach. The dogs had a blast and as always we had a great time doing nothing in particular, just enjoying the company.

Mom's Birthday in SF

We as a family went on a day trip to San Francisco for my mom's birthday. The weather was perfect and the view was clear and beautiful.

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Birthday Dinner with family

I spent my birthday with a typical day at work, except the little "gifts" from a few kids and one classroom singing me happy birthday. I had dinner with family at Outback Steakhouse...yummy! (they were gracious enough not to embarrass me with a song).  My man called me and sang me happy birthday.

Ryan came up for a the week before my birthday to spend time with me. I had the house to myself so it was the perfect time for us to spend together undisturbed.  I still had to work during the week, but he entertained the dogs while I worked and brought me lunch a couple days. One day when I got home from work, he suprised me with my birthday gift; a new car stereo!  Mine hasn't been working and I have been wanting a hook up for my iPod that didn't require a radio signal.

We had the most wonderful week together and have made a big decision for our relationship during this time together. It was decided that I will begin a job search in San Diego and once I find a job, I will move down there and we will live together. :-)

He had a difficult time leaving on schedule and rescheduled his train departure 4 times because he didn't want to leave. The moment he finally had to leave was tearful for the both of us. I can't wait to see him again. <3

My Baby girl, Jade is 1 year old!

Jade is shaping up to be a good dog. I have Ryan to thank for some of that I think. He's played a big role in raising her for the past 5 months...Then there is also the help from Timber. He disciplines her regularly...quite funny I must say.

Jade turned 1 year old May 14 and is now weighing in at 70 pounds (closing in on poor Timber who is 73 pounds).

Taking a break on our hike at Contra Loma

Happy Birthday to my baby girl, Jade

Happy Birthday, Timber!

My handsome, sweet boy Timber turned 1 year old today! I had planned on taking him somewhere special, like Point Isabel, the dog beach in SF or maybe a really long hike in Morgan Territory. However, as luck would have it, I have come down with a head cold accompanied by body aches and fever. Timber and Jade were stuck at home with me Friday and Saturday night since my friend who takes them out when I can't was working nights.

I felt so bad, I layered on the warm clothes and had my friend, Yuliana come out with me to the dog park in Brentwood. They got to play for a little over an hour and then after dropping their Auntie Yuliana off at her house, we went to "the treat store" aka Petco to get a special treat for Timber's special day.

It's nearly impossible to give one dog a treat and not the other, so I got them a special dinner that they could share; chicken with rice and vegetables from the cold section. Good Lord, I thought Jade was a pig about eating before! She ate that stuff up so fast, good thing I put her on one side of the baby gate and Timber on the other! She would have gotten her head bit off if she tried to get to his food, which he savored just a little more quickly than normal.

In addition, I saw an edible card at the check stand...wasn't sure what it was made of, but I figured, why not? He sure has no idea that it's his birthday, but who cares? I'm a silly mama of four-legged furry friends...so laugh all you want! I don't care! Ha ha! Timber had no idea what to do with the card, I figured out that it was made of rawhide...he had no interest at all....but Jade (as usual) was quick to steal it away!

Waiting for Auntie Yuliana to come out and hop in the car...

Are you winking at your mama?
Here, rip it open! (It's too much for him lol)
My boy and me (Papa had to hold the little brat back, she refused to give him any time with me alone!)

Patiently waiting for his special dinner to be prepared...

Timber is pouting...Jade is back there hogging his rawhide birthday card!

Do you think this is a look of guilt or ignorant bliss?

Finally, he stole it back!

Within about 30 minutes, he devoured it!