Before I get into Basil’s birthday festivities, I will first report on all of the medical activity we had today.
Mary, Georgia and I all had dermatology appointments today. Georgia had some moles check, and had some precancerous skin on her nose treated. Mary had a couple of moles looked at to make sure they were healthy, and I had a mole on my back removed. We all loved our Dr. very much. He was friendly and informative, and I think he removed my mole for free (since it didn’t qualify for insurance coverage).
After the dermatologist, I dropped off Georgia and some couch cushions for repair and Lily took Mary to an appointment to get her blood drawn to make sure she is OK since she weighs so little. Clarissa weighs 42 or 43 pounds, Ammon weighs 49 pounds, Mary weighs 53 pounds and Lydia weighs around 75 pounds. Mary was incredibly brave during he blood drawing, which was huge improvement over her last flu shot in Target which was a high-drama activity.
After my work day was over (and it was very stressful from a very demanding and complex brand and customer experience deal that I’m working on), we all got to enjoy Basil’s birthday!
First we sang to Basil, and let Clarissa blow out the candle on his slice of pizza. Basil LOOOVES pizza. In the past I’ve had to chase him around the yard to try to get back a piece of pizza he stole from a family meal.
Then we gave him apple and whipped cream for desert.
Then it was time for his gifts! A new alligator stuffed animal toy!
And a dog cookie (desert #2)!
Basil, we love you and you look great from your recent grooming! You fill us with laughter, comfort, and warm fuzzies. Happy 2nd birthday buddy! All I can say (in the spirit of the Sia Christmas album which we have continued to enjoy this season), puppies are forever!
In the evening, Lily and I had Daniel and Amanda Olsen over to play games. We played San Juan, and had a complete blast. It was a perfect blend of being a fast and simple game, yet still very strategic. They brought over cookies and chocolates and Lily ordered from Crumble, and the treats were delicious too!