Day 25: Hello Sam!

Dear world,

This is my cousin Sam. He is just a baby, only 3 months old. I keep hearing so much about him, but because he lives far away, I have not met him yet. I hope to meet him soon.

He is only part poodle, but please do not hold that against him.

Here is another one of Sam playing while watching TV. He liked the Super Bowl a lot. 

Sam -- Because I have not met you in person yet, I am considering this to be our first introduction. Hello little buddy! I cannot wait to play with you!

I hope that sounded friendly enough. It is easier to say hello to someone in person. Here is how I usually do it:
1) When I see someone, I start jumping up and down.
2) If they do not look in my direction, then it helps to start barking. That usually does the trick.
3) Once they come close, I give them some positive reinforcement. I reward the person or puppy with my affection. There is no such thing as too much affection. Trust me.

I try to say hello to everyone, whenever and wherever it is possible. The sitter has some neighbours that live next door. They are really nice.

Sometimes I poke my head around the fence in the backyard just to see if they are there. "Hello, neighbour!"

Wish me luck, world! Only 38 days to go.

Love, Gracie