I consider this blog to be a window on my world. I know readers look forward to my Friday morning messages in hopes of finding an encouraging word, but right now I’m a bit tapped out.

Jojo continues to improve, but she has two physical therapy sessions a week. She needs to be lifted up and down the steps to go outside. Today Mary is having eye-surgery for her second cherry eye, so by this afternoon, she’ll be wearing a cone that will have to remain in place for the next three weeks. Having two gimpy dogs at once will be an adventure.

We’re still doing our three-times-a-week training sessions. Doctor and dentist appointments have to be squeezed in. I could also use a manicure right now, but that’s very low on the priority list.

In addition, the deadline on my Joanna book is actively ticking.

So please forgive me if I’m not up to my usual cheery blog standards. Sometimes you’re the windshield and sometimes you’re the bug.

Today happens to be one of those bug days.