How much is that doggie in the window?

Well, we have received several inquiries regarding whether the beagle is for sale. Or lease. Or being put up for adoption. At this point, no. And, after her brief escape yesterday, I think she has been better behaved. Yes, "Hogan" once again released herself from her captors. This time was with the help of our contractors, who left the garage doors open. The inside door does not shut tightly, and as many of you know from "The Great Cookie Debacle" of December 2004, Bailey can easily let herself into the garage. Fortunately for the entire family, a young teenager and his mom brought her back.
Bailey and Kevin had a little talk last night. They seem to be friends again. Bailey has contentedly allowed herself to be gated in my office all day today. No complaints! And we continue to leave her in her crate in the garage when we are not home. She seems to agree with the decision. It seems to be less stressful for her. Not to say she likes it, but she accepts it.
As for Harry, he is doing GREAT! Most of his spot have gone away from the virus he had, and his ear infection also seems to be gone. He is even working on sleeping through the night again---6:30PM-6AM last night with a 15 minute break at 4. Funny, he has been sick twice, and both times were while on vacation from daycare!
Speaking of daycare, Harry is thrilled to be back. He missed everyone. And for those of you who know, his caregivers are from Sri Lanka. Menike recently lost her father back in August, so we were worried more family members may have been at risk from the Tsunami. It seems the majority of her family lives inland, about 140 miles. While they were not directly affected, her temple is accepting donations to provide relief directly to Sri Lanka. While I, personally, do not have any issues with the Red Cross, I know many people do, so if you are looking for an alternative place to make a donation, please let me know.
Finally, Harry continues to thrive. He knows how to make his See 'n Say work all by himself. He recognizes voices coming out of the phone (his eyes get huge when he talks to Daddy, and he giggles), and he is still doing his best to start walking. He continues to babble, and has already begun to sound conversational. Maybe "MumMumMumNumNum" is the baby equivalent of "Duuuude....Dude. Dude!!!!"