Trouble

Friday, the kids and I were outside playing when our neighbor came by.  Of course, the dogs were going crazy and barking a ton, but Sammy was also nipping at the guy's foot.  He mentioned that he was concerned about Sammy because he did this on a regular basis.  We knew the dogs went over to their barn when they were around, but we just thought they were making a lot of noise and then coming home.  Apparently, Sammy has been nipping at their feet too--- weird, because he doesn't normally do that.  Anyways, we can't have that happening.  The guy was nice and offered to buy Sammy treats to see if he would warm up to them (but honestly, it's been a year and Sammy still doesn't like them).  He was concerned about his father (80+ yrs) being at the barn by himself and not being able to get Sammy off.  I really didn't know Sammy was such a problem for them!!! We felt really bad.... SOOOOO.... we built a fence this weekend!

Whew... it was a lot of work.  Matt, of course, did most of it. However, I did my fair share of sawing things, putting in t-posts, straightening out the fence and of course... helping to keep the kids away and entertained.  We were outside most of the day today (Sunday) finishing it up.  It's a REALLY big space for the dogs.  It will be SO nice that they can't eat anymore of the turkey poop... yuck!  Also, most importantly, it will keep Sammy from the neighbor's barn.  It's an easy fence since we are renters- it won't tear up the yard and we can pull it up and take it with us when we leave.  All-in-all it turned out nice... a big, safe space for them!


See? I really did help! And, no Dad, this is not fake- I REALLY was helping with this fence building project!  (not like the nail picture and the deck I "helped" build in Ohio when we were younger)

 They played nicely... Micah decided standing was much better!! Only 6 1/2 months and he pulled up all by himself!

 Caylee even helped.  She used the level, wore gloves and brought us stuff. 

 Showing Micah how the tape measure works... after she snapped her finger on it- we warned her, showed her... still, it didn't matter- she learned. 

 Beginning of the t-posts!

 HE is the reason we took on tis project.  How can it be?  Look at that sweet, innocent face. 

 We pulled out the pool.. and popsicles (frozen juice- to keep Caylee hydrated, she never drinks- like me, I guess).

 Watching us work with another popsicle (juice) and milk for Micah. 

 Love this! Caylee climbed into Micah's walker... he doesn't look super happy does he? She was pretty proud of herself though!

 Finished!

 It's big!