In the month of celebrating relationships, we added a new family member!

Joan and I took a short anniversary vacation earlier this month to Solvang, where everyone, it seemed, had dogs. The trip was a lovely way to celebrate our 38th wedding anniversary.

We stayed at a wonderful Airbnb conveniently located in the center of town … right where all the activities and shops were close by. We hiked, walked, shopped, ate, and looked at sites.

And, speaking of dogs, we got lots of doggie loves and licks while we were there, too. That’s when we decided we were ready to adopt a rescue that needed a home.

We wanted an adult female dog, from a shelter, a good traveler, friendly, and compatible with other dogs and children.

And, that’s just what we got.

Joan and I have taken a new step in our relationship. We have adopted an 18-month-old female Australian Kelpie mix named “Eldred”. She is an amazing dog; energetic, loving, smart and house broken. She is a welcome addition to our lives after losing our last dog, Lexi, in early January.

We have found wonderful ways to celebrate the month of relationships. Travel and a new family member.

How about you? What one way could you celebrate your relationship? Could it be to get your Fix-It projects done? Then, we’re just a phone call or email away.