When it Rains

I live in Texas, the DFW area to be exact. Its crazy weather central here. For example, yesterday I left the house to 60 degree weather, enjoyed a high of 76 at about 2pm, then the rain came. And by rain, I mean lightening, thunder, hello tsunami downpour. Which left the temperature at a mere 55.

Fast forward to this morning, and by morning I mean 4am when my power went off. Yes off, people, off! Scared the beejesus out of me and all. And hello wind chill of 37. Yes, 37 and no heat. So there I sat huddled in bed, with a whimpering dog, an aching back, cramps, headache, and no heat. All because its rained, or that I live in Texas, either way no a happy camper.

Did I mention that back, the cramps, and the overall less than sunny disposition? Oh ,I didn't... well add that to the  Jekyll and Hyde Texas weather. Yes, Monday morning I awoke to a wonderful surprise my body decided I needed another infection of some sort and off the the pharmacy I ran for some meds. Tuesday was not much better. I had/have the worst lower back pain in my life. (As in I am currently sitting at my desk at work with a heating pad behind me). Excruciating pain, so much that my butt went home yesterday, and worked from the couch with said heating pad attached to my back and pain meds galore.

So, back to the weather. See I have this lovely, wonderful, loving pup named Chloe Elaine. Yeah innocent looking huh? Well, have I  mentioned how M ruined her for all eternity? Yes, M aka Mr. Clean, Mr. OCD has rubbed off on my dog! She cannot do her business unless it perfect conditions. She will not get her paws wet, let alone step nae a paw into a puddle. She will literally jump over a puddle to avoid the splash. She will take the most insane route to find the perfect place to pee! And let's not get started with the thought of being dirty. So, imagine how fun taking her out to pee in the rain and puddles may be. It was 1. cold 2. wet 3. I felt like death; and 4.  MY DOG WOULD NOT PEE!!!

Defeated by a dog.... So, if you are in the vicinity of me today you should either 1. run or 2. bring cupcakes.

How's that for a rambling Wednesday?