Jet

Soooo....I know I recently posted about being excited about the boys and I finally meeting Koda.  Well, unfortunately about a week and a half after coming home, he had to go.  He flunked out of training and we were really sad {although we saw it coming...he wasn't very driven and he didn't want to be obedient to Darren which is sorta part of the job :( }.  I won't lie, it didn't surprise anyone more than it did myself when I found myself in tears over his departure.  I was starting to grow attached which was very unexpected! It was hard to say goodbye :(

The good news is that his replacement, Jet, got to come home very quickly.  I was crazy about him in no time! {Anyone who knows my fear of dogs knows how huge this is.  I am TERRIFIED of German Shepherds yet I now have one that lives in my backyard.  PLUS, I have been to known to hang outside with him all by myself (as in without the protection of Darren!).  I love this dog so much and he has been very therapeutic for me.  I am so thankful that Darren pursued his dreams even though I fought him every step of the way....it took 9 years for him to get this position, but I firmly believe that God knew it would take me this long to be ready.  I feel that this is truly a full circle moment for me.  I can't explain it, but anyone who knows the background behind my German Shepherd fears should understand.  Having  both Koda and Jet here have proven to me that I CAN conquer my fears.  For the first time in my life I realize that having this "extra" dog living at our house is a wonderful addition to our lives, and not the curse I always thought it would be.  Funny how things work out...no one is laughing at this moment more than me.}

Jet is so good with the boys and they just adore him.  Jet loves to fetch the ball and they love throwing the ball so they are all happy!!!

tug of war...pretty sure Jet would win this game EVERY time

Ellie Mae has even come to terms with the fact that there's a new dog at the house.  She probably wouldn't miss him if he left however :)  Jet is very patient with Ellie, who at times tries to get aggressive toward him.  He's nothing but kind toward her and he seems to really care less when she gives him attitude (he's such a SMART BOY!).  It is funny to watch them play ball together though...Ellie ALWAYS lets Jet have the ball even when she gets there first.  She must know he could tear her apart if he wanted to (SMART GIRL!).  They're funny to watch.

I have to add that Jet rolled over for me today.  He got in the most vulnerable dog position ever and wanted me to rub his belly.  I was SO happy!!!  He likes me as much as I like him :)  Now I not only have Darren to worry about while at work, but Jet too.  I'll just have to pray for Jet's safety as well as Darren's now.  That's really all I can do, the rest in God's hands...exactly as it should be.