memory

One memory that I can almost feel myself there every time I think back on it is when we got a new member of a family, Dixie Belle. She is our big and very excited boxer. Most people don't really included their dog as part of the family but without her it wouldn't be the same. My parents got a divorce when I was in the fourth grade and we have always wanted a dog but never seem to make time for it. After the divorce we had to start our new lives without my mom so my aunt thought of a wonderful idea to get us a puppy for Christmas. I remember walking in her house that we only visit a couple times a year more excited than normal. Because as soon as we walked in I heard that sweet bark puppies make when they feel alone. My aunt made it a surprise to get us her. One of the most happiest moments in my life is when I seen her run out of her dog carrier my aunt put her in and attack our family with no care in the world. The extreme slobber and tiny paws were the most encouraging thing I've seen in a long while. Dixie really made us tough the divorce out and forget that things probably will never be the same. Still to this day she is like my sister. Has her own little dog bed and blanket and takes care of my own little puppy when I'm not there. The day I got Dixie Belle is something I will never forget.