babysitting

Who knew a dog could provide so much entertainment:

Jail house/play house for the kids. Cozy, family fun moments.

Learning wrestling moves. Building forts together.

Outside adventures and races!

We've been babysitting a dog from CALO for almost 2 weeks now. I have learned "never say never" really is a truthful thought. I am NOT an animal person, and especially not a dog person. I don't like them for, um, many reasons (smelly, hairy, stinky breath, sharp teeth...) So when we were asked if we could watch one of the students dogs while he went home for Christmas I was slightly hesitant...not knowing what kind of maintenance he would need, and so forth. But, since I try to be a super awesome mom, I did it for my kids!!! And I must say, I have thoroughly enjoyed it. Spencer is so mild, so sweet, so low maintenance. The kids have adored him, have learned how to take care of him, and have learned to love him. He will truly be missed when he departs from our home. (his few escapes outside were fun adventures trying to get him back, and the one time he pooped and peed on the carpet downstairs was so disgustingly stinky but forgivable!)

This video cracks me up. Tanner has been his leader and done such a good job, but lil miss domineering Kam tries to take control!