Hello there, it's me, Bernie. I'm back to fill you in on all I've been learning since my last post. I'm on my way to acquiring all the skills necessary for a happy retired life.
First, I've been working really hard to figure out how to properly use these things called "beds". I'm also learning to follow my foster mom's instructions when she tells me to go to my bed. I'm a fast learner, so I haven't found it too challenging. However, apparently I could use some work on my form:
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| Am I doing this right? |
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| Now I think that's better |
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| I think I could get used to this |
Another skill I'm told is important to learn is how to climb stairs. I wasn't too sure about this one. Those stairs, especially the really tall ones, can be kind of scary. Good news is I'm starting to get the hang of them. Yesterday, I was able to climb up and down without any help. It's slow going and I appreciate all the encouragement I can get, but I know I'll be a pro in no time. Here are a few photos of me when I was first learning:
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| Getting some help from my foster dad |
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What do you mean I have to
climb back down...? |
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| ...This must be a joke! |
When I first got to my foster home, I realized that all floors are not made the same. I have no problem with the wood floors downstairs or the kitchen tile, or the carpet. The bathroom tile was a different story. It looks slippery, so I've been extra cautious whenever I have to go into the bathroom to supervise.
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| I think two paws in is quite enough |
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Sometimes I need the assistance
of a bathmat island. |
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And sometimes my curiosity allows
me to build up enough courage to
stray from that bathmat island. |
Lastly, I've discovered these things called "windows". They are fascinating features of house-life. I can stand inside and feel like I'm looking into the world outside. I had no idea these things existed or could be so interesting.
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| Surveying the backyard |
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Keeping an eye on the
neighborhood |
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| Sometimes gazing out the window is a team effort |
Anyway, that's all for now. I'll sign off by saying that at first I wasn't sure how this whole retirement thing was going to go. Now I feel I'm really hitting my stride. I'm sure I'll be ready to race into the hearts of my Forever Family very soon!
Until next time,
Bernie 😘
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| Nothing to see here...Just chilling with my foster bro |
