Wednesday, May 6, 2009

It's A Boy


It's a boy and his name is Coco. Well, I've changed the spelling to Koko but he won't be confused because it sounds the same.

I couldn't stand the wait so David and I took our long drive to Baker City to meet with Koko and bring him home. It was a great drive home as he is very comfortable riding in the car. I do know that he was just a touch stressed because he didn't....ahem....poop the day we got him or the next day.

Once we got back to Bend he was curious about his new home and checked every room and every corner! He settled in and I think a little overwhelmed with all his new toys, doggy bed and everything in general. We were able to meet some neighbors and he played well with the chocolate lab next door. They had a good time and he finally relaxed a little. How do I know that???? Well.....he finally pooped! I know TMI too much information.

Koko will get to meet another neighbor chocolate lab today..3 in a row, go figure! And, he will get to meet his new vet on Friday for chipping and a well visit. We all went to bed last night and had a good nights rest. Koko had no reservation jumping into our bed and getting comfortable. Good thing we have a king size bed. It was good though because he is not a mover. Get's into bed and stays put. Kalani and Kahuna would move all over the place and take up most of the space forcing us to tell them to moose over!

O.K. so here was the plan...notice I said "was". Our intention was to get Koko to get use to our routine. Uh, yeah right. He let it be known that HE was ready to go for a walk. Hey! but didn't I just take you outside to do your business? You didn't do anything but....maybe you didn't want to.

First cup of coffee and read the paper? Check...NOT! As you can see with this picture Koko was ready to play or something. Good dog. He kept going to the front door and looking at me. "What" I would say knowing full well what he wanted. Oh for the love of......Ok. fine. David and I are now on schedule. Koko's schedule. It's called Koko time. LOL

Our first walk of the day was 2.5 miles and it took forever. Koko wanted to smell every tree, every rock and every bush...and mind you that's a lot of sniffing. He'll be good for us. We haven't in too long of a time taken our walks or hikes. Today, I even ran just a little with him to get both of us mentally and physically ready to run. I haven't ran in over a year and I've put on weight. Ugh. Koko to the rescue. So I think we are rescuing each other.

Tomorrow....we will have our morning paper and coffee first. Well, we're gonna try to anyway.

15 comments:

Dena said...

WOW.. Koko is beautiful! Love those eyes. Am sure he will bring you lots of joy once you get used to doing things on "Koko time" :)

Beth said...

so adorable Enjoy.

Cynthia said...

Awe..so adorable! Congratulations!

Zuda Gay Pease said...

Congrats on your new addition! Koko is beautiful!! I love Labs and when you add chocolate, you just can't get much better! hehe.. He figured out you were a soft touch right off the bat.

JDWolfe said...

I am so happy for all of you!

Anonymous said...

What a sweetheart ! He looks like he loves you already.
I wish I had Koko to keep me fit !

Lee Wolfe Pottery OneClayBead said...

Awwww- this guy is going to have his way with you, so just give in! Who can resist those eyes!

Mystic Silks http:mysticsilks.etsy.com said...

Ceci, I would definately tune into The Dog Whisperer on Friday night--on Natgeo channel.

Sounds like Koko is setting up that he is dominant, and pack leader--:)

He's a pretty pup--:)

Chauncey said...

Ceci, huge congrats on your new furry family member. Koko is beautiful. I love that he is already training you to adapt to Koko time. lol, thats too funny!

Yankeegirl said...

Congrats to both you and Koko!! He is absolutely beautiful!!

susan said...

Koko is absolutely "glowing" and his Baker City fans are smiling! He looks so happy!

Tins and Treasures said...

Koko's in charge!! He looks like a faithful friend. Take care ~Natalie

Madmud said...

What a delight! Koko sounds like a charmer--perfect addition to a happy household. Have fun together!

Todd said...

What a beautiful boy!! Congrats!! Wishing many years of wags and long walks!
Paz!
T.

by Joanna DeVoe said...

Ceci + Koko = LUV

The Kalani post had me in tears... that face! Oh- it broke my heart in two. I have to go blow my nose.