Weekend Adventure

So if you follow me on facebook, you might have noticed a weekend adventure I recently took with Tybee. My new beau, Rick, lives on a lake in Fenton and his parents invited me out for a ride on their boat when the weather broke. The first nice-weather weekend off, I jumped at the opportunity but after working 3 nights in a row, I didn't want to leave Tybee again for another whole day. So I took the little goober with me.


There were a lot of "firsts" for Tybee on this weekend. First ride in the back of a Mustang, first road trip, first time visiting someone else's house, first time on a lake, first time on a boat, and first time sleeping with someone other than momma (it is confirmed, he will cuddle with anybody!)




I wasn't sure how he would do meeting and staying with Rick's parents. Overall, Tybee is a very good boy but his excitement at times can make him a bit overwhelming. He warmed up quickly though and behaved himself very well. After a quick lunch, we headed out on the boat. Tybee is a natural sailor! Well, he had a few moments of whining but he loved feeling the wind in his face. Unlike hanging out the car window, the speed boat provided a full body experience!

Like with any new and exciting adventure, it wouldn't be without its mishaps. The first one happend just after dinner as we were sitting on the deck. I had Tybee on his leash looped around my chair leg. He was being good and quite laying down behind me. As we were talking I could make out the familiar "munching" sounds of his jaw. That's when I realized that he didn't have any of his toys outside with us and quickly deduced he was probably chewing on an unknown object. I jet around to find him munching a hole into the deck!

That would be my dog...

That night, Tybee went to bed with Rick while I camped out on the couch. Only a handful of times has Tybee slept with me, he usually is in the crate at night. But when he does, he has to sleep right next to me. Apparently Tybee is non-partial as Rick reported the next morning he has a new cuddle buddy. That was when the second mishap happened...Tybee poo'ed in the kitchen. I was so proud of how well he was doing and then that had to happen. He hadn't poo'ed in the house in over 3 months. Thank goodness it was on the kitchen tile and not the carpet!

Overall, it was a successful sleepover and I think the parents approve also. Who couldn't love my lovable Tybee?? The next day Aunt Tracy invited Tybee over for a playdate with cousin Ernie. The first playdate was kinda a bust as Ernie ignored Tybee and Tybee followed me around the yard like a baby duck attached to its momma. But this time, after some encouragement, all of a sudden it seemed like a switch was flipped and we found the two boys rolling in the grass together like best of buds!

They were so cute! More playdates to come! Overall, it was a very nice weekend. And few days ago I found and purchased a bright orange doggie life-jacket. Looking forward to more boat dates this summer!

A quick Uganda update: My passport finally came, I got the paperwork into the church to petition for a nursing endorsement from the country of Uganda, and I've received well over enough to cover my first quarter payment. With donations, tips, and wages together, I have just over $1,600 of the $2,800. I'm overwhelmed by how quickly the funds are coming together and I'm thankful I haven't had to spend anytime focused on it. The next team meeting is the end of the month. By the first week of July I will be making an appointment at the travel clinic for all the shots and medications needed and applying for my Visa to enter the country. Thank you for all the prayers and support so far! 87 days to take-off!