There's a Puppy in the House

Olive: Daddy, daddy, Beans did it.
Le Hubby: *skeptical* (Rightfully so.)


Olive: Why won't you believe me?


Olive: Mommy?

Some of you have been wondering whether or not Beans and Olive have been getting along. Yes, folks. They have been. Royally. Beans understands there's a new puppy in the house and has been incredibly accommodating since her arrival. He sniffs Olive's belongings and tiny feet, but is fully-aware that everything munchkin-related is off-limits to him. We are very proud of him. The dynamic in our household has certainly changed - with the baby being priority one - and we're all learning to adjust. Le hubby and I try our best to let him know he's still very-much loved. At the same time, we uphold strict house rules for him.

Like us, Beans is scared of the baby. Especially when she cries. I don't blame him. I hear you, Beans. Olive's cry can be deafening. If I could fit under a chair or curl up and fit in a doggy bed (like Beans), I'd probably do the same...

Hot Bath

Beans has been an angel in the presence of my in-laws. We had warned him that Grandpa Huang would turn him into soup if he weren't well-behaved. Goofy pup took our advice to heart and has steered clear of the pot. Whew.

My Big Boy

A Very Merry Birthday to my beloved puppy, Beans. You're five today, buddy! Somebody's getting an extra-helping of peanut butter... *wagwagwag*



Seems like it was just yesterday when I brought our little farter home. *LOVE*

Yes, Please

Beans and I groove to this. I have no idea what this cool gent in shades is singing about, but I don't care. I slap my knee to the beat... pretending I have a tambourine in hand... because I'm weird. Because I can.

So Much to be Thankful For

My crazy, but ultimately loving family. Yep, that's my dad. I'm a spitting image :) Here we are at my wedding enjoying our father-daughter dance to "You're Nobody Til Somebody Loves You"...

My dog, Beans. I love my furry son so much, it really does hurt. To love so intensely, that is.

My cub. Words can't describe how lucky I am to have found such a kind, patient and funny partner-in-crime. Oh wait. Using words to describe how lucky I am. That's what I'm doing now, huh? D'oh.

Wishing you all a Thanksgiving as happy as mine.

Photos: It's all Max.

Scratch and Sniff

Back from the groomer's. Beans no longer smells like a foot.

For the record? I love him and sniff the pup even when he smells like a foot.

For the Longest Time

beans wants y'all to know that he's noticed a lack of beans postings as of late and was wondering if it's because he lost his cuteness - what with the influx of ADORABLE puppies and all (napoleon and dumpling).

no beans, you haven't lost it. still as adorable as ever.

Somewhere Over the Rainbow

When Beans REALLY loves a person, he either "paws" him/her (pets the person with his paw), or he sits on the person's feet, legs. That said, if other dogs do the same, the lil' guy pictured in this photo (that I found on ffffound) probably loves rainbows. *smile*

P.S. My mom thinks the words to "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" are "SomeDAY over the rainbow..." She sings it with such gusto, le cub and I don't have the heart to correct her............. :)

Dog Gone Superb

Beans went swimming in the bay near Crissy Field. Look how happy he is. When he's happy, I'm happy.

Liberace Would Be Proud

Beans is jealous of my other love. Kate Spade sequined peep-toes!!!
50% off and in my size. *gasp* I just couldn't resist...

My Buddy and Me

Three more shots, and I'll be able to start editing. SO CLOSE. If I stay up tonight, I will definitely have all my raw footage by Friday. GOGOGO. Check out my after-hours cheerleader. I was going to invest in a baby gate, but my boy is so obedient, the combination of a piece of Tumi luggage and an art supplies book will suffice.

No Dogs Allowed

... on my set. Not even this one.

If Loving You is Wrong

I don't want to be right. Beans' smile makes my heart hurt.

Good Boy

My bff, Pam of Hammy Days found an Intelligence ranking of different dog breeds on the interbutts. Click HERE. Beans, a labrador retriever, ranks rather high. Based on a test of their understanding of New Commands (less than 5 repetitions) and ability to obey on first command (95% of the time or better), the lab ranked 7. Aww... to think that all this time, le cub and I thought Beans was "special". (He's quite the space cadet). I owe my lil' genius a cookie. Nom nom nom...

ZzzzZZzzZzzz

I've created my own time zone that involves hitting the sheets at 4am in the morning and waking up at 9am. Beans has been operating on this same schedule. Look at him. He's trying so hard to stay awake...