This past weekend we had wonderful winter weather.  And, I took the opportunity to take my dog out in the snow.  At first, she looked at me like I was crazy if I thought she was going to get her paws cold and wet.  But, eventually, by the end of the day she couldn't get enough of rolling in the snow, chasing snowballs.  She was a hoot.  I believe that everyone should own a dog.  Femmy, my dog, is my little heart beat always at my feet.  She has provided so much joy in my life this past year.  I really believe that dogs can add years to a person life.  They have a therapeutic way about them.  When I am down, Femmy makes me happy, as crazy as it sounds.  She loves me unconditionally.  Is always excited to see me.  And appreciates the little things in life like a good run or a ride in the car.  I always joke that she is the prissy girly version of Marley (from Marley & Me).  She is far from the perfectly trained and well mannered dog.  She is scared of still life objects (i.e. the snowman that was in our yard) and has the some of the quirkiest traits.  But, dogs teach us what unconditional love is and the importance of the simple things in life.  Her only imperfection, is that she won't be in my life forever.....