The last day

Wow! Has time flown. Hard to believe that it's our last day here. And, to be honest, we are in two minds about it. Yes, we had a great time, with lots of fun and adventures, and new people to meet, but we are looking forward to seeing Mum again and spending time in our own place.

And as if to say goodbye, the weather moved in and completely blanketed the backyard with snow. Kind of like a fluffy farewell as we prepared to head home. But first things first ... breakfast!!!!!!!!!

There are few things in this world that are better for body and soul that a delicious, hearty, prepared-with-love breakfast. Okay, except perhaps dinner and cookies, and definitely cuddles, but I'll eat breakfast anytime it's served to me.

Afterward, we played outside in the snow for a bit, before heading back inside so we could be comfy warm. For a while, I was in a tight ball on our bed, while Moj lay under the table, snoozing away. Faithful readers would be forgiven for assuming that we are sleepy because we'd been up playing cards all night or reading the paper. However, the fact is that we were catching up on Zzzzs in anticipation of the long journey home.

Right after their breakfast, Jenny went out to a meeting, while Leon spent the morning trying to get the TV working. No joy in that department, so we provided some entertainment for him by rough housing in the living room. Happy to help out!

When Jenny came home, we decided it was time to snooze. But soon after, there was a knock at the door. Of course, we went to investigate, and even before the door opened, Mojo began to act strange ... as if he knew exactly who was on the other side. Slowly, the door opened, and we stared for a few seconds before realising it was her ... I mean, she ... I mean, MUM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Yeah! Yippee! Yahoo! Fantastic! Brilliant! Jump! Run! Bark! Circles! Go like crazy!

Okay, I think you get the picture. We went berserk, leaping up at her until she came down to our level so we could jump right on top of her. We were very happy because we knew that she had not forgotten us. For the next 20 minutes, we ran between everyone to say thanks - to Mum for coming back and taking us home, and to Jenny and Leon for taking care of us. I fell asleep on Mum's lap, Mojo got extra cuddles from Leon, I showed Mum my new trick - sitting for a treat - and then we packed up everything and went home.

Which was interesting in itself. Mum carried the big bag and Mojo, and Jenny carried me and the bed. But I got a bit nervous and thought I was being left behind again, so I barked all the way home - until Harley and Copper joined in. Then I realised it was all good and barked simply because I was happy!!!!!!

Finally we were in familiar territory, and we did exactly what you'd expect - sniffed around to check everything out and say hi to each piece of furniture, the TV, the fridge, and all our stuff. Yes, we are happy to be home, but Rover's Retreat will always hold fond memories for us.

So, this is Tika and Mojo, signing off, and saying thanks to you for sharing this adventure with us. May you all sleep soundly in your own beds tonight!

Tika and Mojo xxxx