Why Yes. Why Wouldn't I Be Able To Share Your Lap with Ms. Karallyne? I Mean, I Am a House Guest for Two Weeks, After All.

Yesterday began dog-sitting adventure #2, which I knew would follow the cousin-dog romp over the weekend. To be honest, I think Karal simply wants a few days to sleep with no interruptions. That won't happen, because Bucky has arrived and he brings a tremendous amount of canine joy with him. His own, Jay, dropped him off as he takes a few weeks in Italy for self-care (his wife, Jolie, passed this year...so young...so beautiful...so good for the world). It's been a rough time and Bucky was central to their romance and healing. Now it's time for Jay to heal on his now for a few weeks.

Karal and Bucky have had a few squabbles, because they both operate at high energies (and with teeth to get one's attention). They are learning to cohabitate, although sharing my lap has been quite a challenge. There's not enough room. The good news is they walk EXTREMELY well on leashes and had zero issues. They glide at the same pace and with ease (which is good, because they will be walking a lot).

I was on campus most of the morning before Bucky arrived, getting things ready for CWP's summer programs, but I'll likely work from home the remainder of the week. It's going to get summerly hot, so I'd rather not bother with office space (yes, there is winter and summer now....very little in-between).

I need to work on grant reports, grant applications, and summer logistics, as it's all coming at me quickly.

On a wonderful note, CWP learned it received $190,500 in support from the State for the next two years. Storrs and Fairfield are extremely happy to carry forward the work of the National Writing Project for another two years!

Okay. Time to get going....