Steve and I are now the proud grandparents of not just one but two dogs. First, there was Muscles, the aptly named Rhodesian ridgeback that is Moses' best friend and protector. And, now, we have another new family member courtesy of Liz and Giuliano--an adorable (can't you tell from the picture), weineramer puppy named Pella. (Hmm. . .I wonder if getting a dog is a necessary precursor to having a baby.)

This is weird for a couple that never had a dog, never wanted a dog and where one member (Steve, not me) is deathly afraid of dogs. In fact, Steve will always cross the street to avoid the path of an oncoming dog no matter how small or harmless looking that dog may be. But since becoming a grandfather of a dog, he claims to have cuddled with Muscles without fear. . .most likely because Mo was standing over his shoulder and there was no way out! Let's see how he does with his newest grandchild. He never was great at changing diapers.