Not really doggy related but....

I've decided to bite the bullet and give up two of my favourite things for Lent. It's just over a week and I've not touched a drop of alcohol or partaken of ANY chocolate. And do you know what? I feel FAB!!! Lost about five pounds so far, without even trying, and feel so much more entergized. Not only that, but walking into a supermarket or service station now gives me a kind of liberated feeling when I don't have to spend time mulling over which wine I'd like to try or which chocolate bar I should get. My hubby is joining me on this quest and he's given up chocolate and fizzy drinks (he's already been really good on the alcohol front and hasn't drunk beer etc for a long time) and we both feel great. I can highly recommend it. Dog-wise - not much to report, although I must admit we're coming up to that awful time with Ripley, the daughter of my beloved Poppy, as she's now very unsteady on her back legs and is seeming a bit fed up with life. Another of those terrible times when I really WISH she could tell me exactly what she'd like me to do! Has she had enough or do we wait a little longer? Lots of love to anyone who's reading this. I'm still working on my book and will definitely be letting people know when it's done. Planning to make it available via the Amazon Kindle and that way I can sell it for a silly low price, but hopefully get plenty of exposure. Take care everyone. xxx