One Shining Moment!

Apologies for being out of touch. I am not allowed to use the computer by myself, and my mom has been busy lately which is why I haven't posted. However, she has promised me she will help more frequently, especially as we get closer to the Walk. I've missed talking to my peeps!

I am so pleased and proud to announce that the Tails at Twilight Gala raised over $85,000 this year (http://www.apsofdurham.org/2010-tails-at-twilight-gala/#more-9381)! This is tremendous, and these critical funds will allow the shelter to maintain its operations as well as make some much-need enhancements, including air conditioning the back kennels. If you have ever spent time in NC during the summer, you understand why this improvement is needed. A big thank you to everyone who worked so hard on the Gala as well as to those who attended and so generously opened their wallets. I am looking forward to an equally- if not more- successful fundraising effort with the Walk. The Gala was definitely a shining moment for the APS.

In other news, spring has definitely arrived. Callie and I have been enjoying more time outdoors, especially since my mom bought an umbrella for the deck. While my mom sometimes calls me a "sun god" because I like to bask in the warmth of sunshine, I am mindful of its harmful effects, and I do want to keep my youthful appearance. We spent a good part of yesterday enjoying the outdoors- see photos. I do have to say the pollen is a little annoying...it causes me to make this hacking noise which I don't think my mom and Callie enjoy hearing.

Finally, the real reason this post is titled "One Shining Moment" is that Duke is playing for the National Championship tonight, and this is the name of the theme song for the tournament. My mom has been singing it ever since she got home-- between us, she is a little off-key. Anyway, I'm not sure I get March Madness, but my mom is really excited about tonight's game. I slept through Saturday night's semifinal, but she says I need to stay awake tonight because if Duke wins, it will be history. Callie says she remembers the 2004 Final Four-- apparently, my mom actually went to the games and came home not a happy camper because Duke lost in the semifinals. Callie has told me we really need Duke to win because then Mom will be in a great mood which will mean good things (i.e. treats!) for us. So, in that spirit, Go Duke!

Baxter (woof woof!)