Thursday, January 15, 2004

January 2004: Maggie's Debut







Betsy Floyd, a nurse I work with at Muskegon County Health Department, was giving away some pekingnese/pomeranian/poodle mix puppies.   In the beginning, Jean Chang, our epidemiologist, wanted the white puppy, but then decided against it, which was great for me.
Maggie was born on November 30, 2003, underneath a computer.   Betsy brought Maggie to my house at 6 weeks old.   She was only 3 pounds and so adorable.   I have never had a pet in my life, so this was all going to be a new experience for me.   Maggie looked so chubby.

Maggie had a bunch of visitors on her first day, including Patty Kmiecik, Beth Short, Matt Tomasiewicz, Cody, and Conner Schotts.     She ran all over the house, trying to hide under the lazyboy or behind the refrigerator.

My mom left to do some errands, so I was alone with Maggie and she got behind the refrigerator and I panicked.    I had no idea what to do and was scared she was going to get hurt, so I called Betsy.

I called Betsy many times during the first 6 months with questions.     Maggie is so loveable with everyone. I have never seen such a friendly dog.

Maggie truly has been a blessing to me, for which I am very thankful.   Now, I know why 'DOG' spelled backwards is 'GOD'.