From 22 down to 18

GO HOGS! Copper's not at all surprised/bothered about the 3-3 record the Razorbacks have racked up so far this year (much different from the humans in this household) and still sports the cardinal & white each Saturday (as do we, though with a little less hope than before!).

In addition, Copper's "blue socks" as Jesse calls them are a result of losing his 6, yes 6, dew claws today. His back feet had 2 dew claws on each foot, which is odd but not too rare apparently. Very special we think. He's a mutant but we love him!

Jesse has headed down to the cape again to prepare for the upcoming shuttle launch - he was really made for this and it is exciting to watch him be stretched and rise to new challenges. I am so thankful for him, he's a great husband and friend.

Cutie in Oklahoma

We (the Kaufman family) lost a good friend last Thanksgiving, our cocker-spaniel Pepper who had been with us since I was a little girl. He was a wonderful dog.

After about a year without puppy obligations, my parents have taken on another precious project, "Oliver". He's SO cute, full of energy, and loves to chew more than any puppy I've ever known. Sure, they all chew, but this guy chews on everything, everyone, all the time. He's a busy guy.

Copper and I were lucky enough to have a week off from BCM and were able to run up to visit the folks in OK while Jesse worked, worked, and worked preparing for the next shuttle flight coming up at the end of the month. The dogs had a great time together and it was great to get to spend a significant amount of time with both of my parents.