This is my Marley

If you have read Marley and Me, and are an owner of a dog that misbehaves, I think you will be able to relate to this most recent behavior upset we encountered with our dog. This is our version of Marley but, his name is Lincoln. Lincoln is our one and a half year old golden retriever. He can be very destructive when he wants to be. The picture above is when Lincoln is on his best behavior. Lincoln misbehaves when we are not home (we believe it is because he is bored and has nothing better to do).

When he was about 8 months old my husband and I thought Lincoln could handle being in the kitchen alone while we were away at work. Low and behold we were WRONG! If you look closely you can see in the picture below that Lincoln had decided to chew on our cabinets. Larry and I were not happy. We have only been in our home 3 years. He did not only chew on the cabinets but, the base molding, corner round molding, and the corners of certain walls in the kitchen.

After the first chewing episode with Lincoln we thought it would be best that he go back into his cage for awhile. We didn't want him destroying anything else in the kitchen. So for the next couple of months Lincoln had to spend the days while we were at work back in his cage. So, in December we decided to give him a little more freedom, again. We want to be able to have Lincoln have to run of the house; however, without damaging it. This will not be the case any time soon.

This next photo is his most recent damage to the house. What can I say except Lincoln loves the taste of drywall. This just happened on Thursday. Needless to say he has not grown out of chewing on the wall. Lets just say the kitchen area is going to be the only area he will be allow to roam in when we are not home.

A little more time grinding his teeth against the drywall he would have gone all the way through.

Strawberry Cheesecake Lar's Favorite

I happen to be married to a man who loves food. I think food is so overrated. When he talks about food he enjoys or would like to try his eyes get so big and he get a grin that goes from ear to ear. I made his favorite dessert, Strawberry Cheesecake. I do not make it often. He usually eats the entire cheesecake by himself; however, not all in one sitting. If there could be a way to share via the computer, I would be more than happy to cut you slice to try. Enjoy :)

A little more about me...

I have now been blogging for about a week. I am getting a little more comfortable each time I write. For me, this is good. Now I would like to share a little more about myself and my family.

I am married and have been married for 3 years to Larry. I have 3 children (from my first marriage) and 3 step children. Our children are all adults. My children live with their father. Larry's children are out on their own. Larry and I have a dog and a cat. Lincoln who is a golden retriever, and Millie our domestic house cat.

I work full time and have been going back to school part time to earn my Associates Degree. I am looking to go into Human Services. At this point in time, I would like to become a school counselor (this could change as I continue my schooling). I have been wanting to go back to school for a long time now but never "bit the bullet". It wasn't until last fall when I became serious about returning to school. I have completed English 101 and Psychology 100. This spring I will be taking one class, and that will be English 102. My class starts on January 21. I have mixed feelings about class starting up. I am excited, but yet I am nervous. I know the nervousness will pass once class starts up.

I enjoy bowling and I am on a bowling league with my husband. We bowl once a week. I hold an average of 155. My highest game so far is a 256. My highest series is 665. So far I have had only one 600 series game. I am looking to surpass my highest game and series. That hasn't happen yet this season.

School's closed

I live in a Midwest state, and the weather has been very brutal this winter so far. To think we still have at least 2 months left of winter. This is the 2nd emergency school closing we have had so far this school year. The first closing was due to the foot of snow we received, and this one today is because of the temperature. This morning the temperature is sitting at -15 degrees. The high temperature that is expected for today will be a -3. That is without the wind chill factor. This cold weather will be around until tomorrow. I am a 12 month school employee and is expected to report to work on emergency school closing days; however, today I have opted to take a vacation day. This is not normally how I would spend a vacation day, but I would rather be in the comfort of my own home on a extremely cold bone chilling day like today. I can not remember the last time the temperature has gotten this low. I like most people (there are some that enjoy the winter months) am ready for spring to get here.

Todays Forecast

Sunny
H:-3° L:-19°

I've been tagged

Wow, it didn't take long before I was tagged. I want to thank my wonderful sister for tagging me :) The 4th picture in the 4th folder happens to be of my Aunt Sharon. This picture was taken at my mom's 75th surprise birthday party that my sister, dad and I had planned. I can honestly say I don't remember what was going on in this picture (I call that a junior moment). I don't recall taking this photo; however, I wonder if my sister would be able to shed some light and recall what may have been taking place at the time this picture was snapped.

If it weren't for words of encouragement

I never thought I would consider myself to be a blogger, but as my sister made the announcement, I am now a blogger. I don't think I would of been able to do this without the support and encouragement that I have received from my sister. I want to thank my sister for all of her help with getting me started. Thanks Sis! I love you!

Meet Lincolnshire for Hire

Lincoln is a pure bred golden retriever. He is like a child and requires a lot of attention. Like a child he has several toys, and when given the chance he has them all over the house, especially after the front room has just been cleaned. He is a handful at times, but I wouldn't trade him for anything. Lincoln will be 2 in May, and I have to honestly say I miss him being a little pup. Lincoln thinks he is a human and claims this kitchen chair as his own.