MORGANISTMAS.

Morris : We've just had our second Morganistmas. The parents had quite a few people in for dinner. We were visited by our friendly black Lab chum, Miki, too. The house was very busy and the smells from the kitchen were amazing. We got some brilliant food and toys as presents. All in all, despite the noise of all these humans, it was a good day. I prefered the early morning run the next morning. We raised a family of deer but Ewen wouldn't let us chase them too far. Humphh!

Mabel : Yup! it was a good day and the presents were fab. I particularly liked the Christmas decoration present. Pam put it on Morris!!! He was not a happy puppy. Looked a total idiot. I thought it was hysterical.

He didn't forgive me laughing so much. But it was worth it. We did enjoy our next morning walk but after a busy day and lots of people I was happy just to get cuddled in to Ewen for and afternoon nap.

NEW ABBEY.

Morris : Lovely trip away with the parents. Had a fabulous drive over to Dumfries. I had my head out of the window most of the way. I love feeling the wind in my ears and how my tongue flaps. Had a few scary moments with big timber lorries hurtling a bit close but other than that.... I got to check out all the local sites. We went out early every morning with Ewen for a really good run. Pam's feet were bothering her!! I think she was making excuses. Anyway, good times, good food, met lots of new people and saw lots of new places. Exciting stuff this.

Mabel : We've been away on a wee break. It was lovely. We were in a cottage near Sweetheart Abbey, in New Abbey, Dumfries. We loved going for big walks there. We were given much attention no matter where we went. A lot of people thought we were Wolfhounds!!! Have they EVER seen a Wolfhound?? People asked to pat us and we drew a lot of attention when we were in the back of the mobile kennel. People would pat us when we stopped at traffic lights. It was all very positive and I felt I was getting the sort of attention I should. We were happy to be home though and being allowed back on the bed! I do like my comforts.

DAD'S AWAY!!!

Mabel : Ewen went off on holiday today. I think he's been walking us to tire us out for Pam. We've had great walks. One of our new favs is round the back of the castle grounds. It's really brilliant. LOADS of smells. I prefer it to up the golf course. When we go up there we meet other dogs, like Orry, and Morris wants to play with them rather than me. And then there's Hector, who may be a wee Yorkshire terrier but he is mighty!!! And scarey.

Morris : She's just jealous because I prefer to play with the boys. Orry and I love running about and chasing each other. I try and get his ball from him. Murphy is fun too but he won't let me near his ball. Mabel is just jealous but I suppose, she is my wee sister and I should make sure she's alright.