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Daisy and Delilah
04-02-2010, 04:39 PM
It seems you are the friendliest host in Bowmanville, Fritzie. Always taking care of the guests and dragging shoes around. What a great guy y0u are!! Fantastic pictures of you too!! Behave and be good to Taffy!!:D

fritz03
04-03-2010, 01:13 PM
http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/cooloff.JPGFritz last Monday afternoon cooling off by the stereo.he had a good sleep,then to Mom's room and under the covers,no breakfast.he had a nao behind the couch then beside me.We went to the shopping center,he went to Mom's room,I had a Bologna sandwich for lunch,he had some.He has barked at two older ladies walking by and other times nothing was there.Having supper now,Macaroni and cheese,having Ham tomorrow,Larry,Marlene and Taffy coming.

cassiesmom
04-03-2010, 05:37 PM
Fritz, you are just such a cutie! :cool: Happy Easter, Fritz, Barry, Mom and your family!

Daisy and Delilah
04-03-2010, 08:25 PM
I'm jealous of that cool spot you have there, Fritz. It's pretty warm here today and I could use a cool off myself. You look adorable posing there.

I hope you, Barry, Mom, and all the family have a wonderful Easter tomorrow!!:D

fritz03
04-04-2010, 01:28 PM
http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/kozydog.JPG http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/kozyflip.JPGFritz on Tuesday morning snoozing then flipped over snoozing.For supper last night,cleaned my plate of Macaroni and Cheese,Lemon Loaf for dessert,later had Iams bones and water,had his snooze under the couch.this morning,Mom went with a friend to a sunrise service,sun came up just at the right time.Church was full for Easter,more than any other day,next week won't be as much.The Reverend had his son there,he goes to Afghanistan in 10 days,he is in the Canadian Armed Forces,got a little emotional.Larry Marlene and Taffy coming for Easter dinner,it will be Ham,Turnip,Hash Browns and Cabbage Salad.This morning,Fritz knew Mom was gone to slept on my bedspread.Later,went to the window,then had cereal.Had Raisin bread with me after coming home from church.

Daisy and Delilah
04-04-2010, 07:43 PM
I hope you all had a glorious day, Fritz. Dinner sounds delicious. We hope Barry had the camera and caught some great Easter shots. I love your new pictures. What a doll!! :) :) :)

cassiesmom
04-04-2010, 09:58 PM
Looks like it's hard work being so fluffy and handsome on Easter! Hi, Fritz, cutie!

fritz03
04-05-2010, 10:51 AM
http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/easterdog1.JPG http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/easterdog2.JPG http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/sisshoes1.JPG http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/sisshoes2.JPG http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/dinnybeg.JPG http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/coverdoggy8.JPGFritz early Easter morning ,snoozing in the window,pretty flowers behind him,a picture of Mom and Dad on either side,Fritz later on when Larry and Marlene were here with her shoes under the table.later had one of Larry's in the living room.Larry put down some new plastic inside the back door and I helped put the top on the gazebo.Dinner was good,Fritz cleaned my plate,we had Ham,Hash Browns,Peas and Carrots,Turnip and Cabbage Salad,dessert was Cherry Cheesecake,Fritz had some of that and Taffy had a little of both plus a lot of water.Got a picture of Fritz begging for food it is here and one of him this morning under the covers of Mom's bed,we went to bed early ,Mom was up at 5 for the sunrise service and getting dinner ready,was snoozing down her last night,she was talking in her sleep about Fritz,giving him a treat.After being under the covers,Fritz went behind the couch,too late for breakfast.Sunny right now,had a shower overnight,showers tomorrow through Thursday.Fritz had lunch with me,Mom mixed Ham and Pickle as a spread for sandwiches,Fritz liked that,then he sat upstairs by his dish,he was hungry,filled his dish.,Taffy cleaned it out last night.

Daisy and Delilah
04-05-2010, 05:21 PM
Who is that handsome man next to the table with the gorgeous flowers? It's you, Fritzie!! I love the way you look with the table , the flowers, and the pictures of Mom and Dad. You look like a little doll sitting up too.
Be a good little man and be extra nice to Taffy when she's there.:)

cassiesmom
04-05-2010, 07:51 PM
Fritz, I'm laughing because you are an equal opportunity shoe-stealer! I like the picture of you in the window beside the table with the lovely Easter flowers! Happy Monday, cutie!

Vette
04-05-2010, 08:45 PM
LOL i like the shot of him sitting up an begging the most from this batch so far.


an glad your guyes morning went better then ours. we lost power =/

fritz03
04-06-2010, 07:00 PM
http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/brushyplay.JPG http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/kozyflip1.JPGFritz last Wednesday by the dining room table,I was trying to brush him,he was trying to get away from me and the next morning flipped over in Mom's chair.Fritz went to Mom's room after I let him out,greeted her then under the comforter he went.He never had cereal,went behind the couch then up with me.He had Taffy with him today,they behaved.Fritz had Raisin bread with me for lunch,had some leftovers from Sunday heated for dinner,Fritz had some,he had some of his,Cherry Cheesecake for dessert.He was a bad tonight,peed on the new plastic at the back door,we were not happy with him.He got down here ,begged for bones,got that and now under the couch.

fritz03
04-07-2010, 12:37 PM
http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/monkeydog1.JPG http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/monkeydog2.JPG http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/monkeydog3.JPG http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/monkeydog4.JPG http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/monkeydog5.JPG http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/pokeout1.JPGFritz on Monday afternoon down here with his Monkey,had a little play with him,other times,he took right back up to try and hide it.Fritz the same day just before bed,head poking out from under the little couch.Fritz went to Mom and under the covers,then came out and was in the window,I fed him his toast there,he then got down and had cereal before Taffy came,he then had Mom's.I told him he was looking ratty,needed a brushing,then he sits up and begs.I went and got the brush,started brushing him,he didn't like it he took off on a blitz,he would stop and start and barking looking at the brush.He had a sandwich with me for lunch,the sandwich, made up of chopped ham and pickle.Taffy has been snoozing on Mom's bed ,Fritz in the window,supposed to be thunder later,don't need that with 1 dog let alone 2.

fritz03
04-08-2010, 12:49 PM
http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/mummanap1.JPG http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/mummanap2.JPGFritz on Mom's bed last night.Mom went with a friend to a movie,had popcorn,hors d'oeuvres and Martinis,other people from her went ,it was through the hospital.Mom won a $20 gift card from Boston Pizza.Fritz barked a few times,but in the bedroom was quiet.He had toast this morning,had a sandwich with me,Taffy is here again.Fritz has barked at the mail man,kids with umbrellas,other times,nothing was there.Raining again now.Both dogs quiet right now,Mom gone to get groceries,grilled cheese sandwiches for supper.

fritz03
04-09-2010, 01:17 PM
http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/beautynap1.JPG http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/beautynap2.JPG http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/beautynap3.JPG http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/beautynap4.JPGFritz yesterday having a beauty sleep on the couch and today in Mom's chair.At one point yesterday,Fritz had Mom's slippers under the table,got him out by opening the fridge and making out he was getting something.We had Hot Dogs for supper,Fritz had a little,later on had bones and water as well as Taffy,they don't bother each other,Taffy mostly sleeps on Mom's bed,any other time is when we are eating or she has to go out,that's where she is now,Fritz had lunch with ,me he is up in the window,barked at the mail man,other times nothing is there,Cool here today,around 39,a bit of a breeze.Having Beans and Wieners for supper.

fritz03
04-10-2010, 09:12 AM
http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/beautyrest1.JPGFritz having a rest in mom's chair this morning,Mom went out to breakfast.He wet to her when I let him out,came out later,didn't have breakfast,was up with me in the chair,tried brushing him,didn't like it,he is now behind the couch snoozing.Nice and Sunny here,up to 55.

cassiesmom
04-11-2010, 01:24 PM
Oh, boy, Fritz! It's no fun when one of your favorite people isn't home. Happy Sunday, handsome one! I voted for you again!

fritz03
04-11-2010, 07:49 PM
http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/windowboy4.JPG http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/lazynapper.JPG http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/kooldog3.JPG http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/kooldog4.JPGFritz in the window this morning,head behind the curtain,on Mom's bed after coming back from church and this afternoon after supper cooling off inside the back door,had quite a play with his Monkey,just loves that toy,he rolls on back and flips it around in his paws.Marlene stays upstairs and rests,doesn't come downstairs,hurts too much.A person from Homecare told them she was to have no visitors, what does Larry do and invite friends over,they were there four r hours,Mom and I were there between 1 and 2 and they were just leaving when Mom was back up there at 5.Larry won't say no to people.It would have fine if she was in the hospital they can't stay long but this is at home and Marlene needs rest.Larry can be exasperating at times.On the day of my confirmation,we went to dinner,he brings the truck,which is dirty inside,doesn't clean it,has dog hair in it,has the seat pushed so far,I am crammed in and Taffy in between Mom and ,no room for all of us,and she sheds besides that.Last week they cam for supper on Sunday and mom wanted the top on the gazebo,he makes seem like this at his work and gets a little bossy,he did that a few years ago,when he and brother and me were tearing down the old she,I don't how anyone can work him,Frank did,he quit,said Larry wasn't organized,Jason did too,he argue with him,now Jason has his own business,I wish Larry would just patch things up with the kids and everyone can be family again.For supper today ,we had Chicken Breasts,Cauliflower and mashed Potatoes,Pineapple for dessert,fritz had some Chicken,had a good lot of his food before.has had water tonight and a Iams bone,now under the couch.

fritz03
04-12-2010, 06:37 PM
http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6//1/1133242/fritzystroll.JPG http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/taffystroll.JPG http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/twodogs.JPG http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/twodogs1.JPG http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/kooldog5.JPGFritz and Taffy strolling by themselves on the patio,the Fritz and Taffy together and Fritz after being in the window cooling off in side the back door.Taffy is here during the day, during the week,Marlene needs to rest,she did go down to the computer for a few minutes,side hurt so went back up,was going down again to watch Young and The Restless.This morning ,Fritz went to Mom in her bed then out to have breakfast.he was in the window when I cut our grass,two weeks earlier than last year,won't do anyone else's for about 2 weeks.Fritz had lunch with ,me,the meat was Summer Sausage,Spaghetti for supper,my favorite,Pineapple for dessert.Fritz had a little of each.most of the time Taffy was on Mom's bed or wandering around,breathing heavily.Mom has gone to church meeting,Fritz up in the window,was barking.just started up again,he won't stay down here.

cassiesmom
04-12-2010, 09:52 PM
Hi, Taffy and Fritz! I like the third picture from the bottom of the two of you together. Fritz, sounds like you missed mom while she was at the meeting! I bet you were glad when she got home :D.

fritz03
04-13-2010, 10:07 AM
http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/lazynapper1.JPGFritz this morning napping on the couch.Taffy had been there,he sniffed it out,may be jealous then he laid down.Marlene is fine,had a good sleep,had breakfast,Fritz came up and looks at Mom then under the covers,came out after and behind the couch,no breakfast.right now both are upstairs being quiet,Mom gone to do Meals on Wheels.Fritz was bad last night,peed in the kitchen and at the back door,was out a few time ,would hear noises and start barking so i brought him in,didn't do what he was supposed to.

Daisy and Delilah
04-13-2010, 03:15 PM
Awwww......where do I start, Fritz?? Such a wonderful collection of pictures Barry has posted of you while I was away. You can't get any cuter or more clever. I love all the pictures. I'm shocked you gave up the slippers so quick when you heard the fridge open. Clearly trying to get treats by stealing shoes, silly guy!!:)
Not good news to hear you pee'd in the kitchen. No more of that!! No one will be impressed.

I hope Marlene is doing well and recovering nicely, Barry. She has really had a hard go of it. My best to her.

Be a good boy Fritzie and keep posing for those fabulous pics.:D

cassiesmom
04-13-2010, 09:13 PM
Not good news to hear you pee'd in the kitchen. No more of that!! :D

Awww, Fritz, I have to say I'm with D&D on this one. It's not a good idea to be doing that. Maybe you were stressed from the noises you were hearing outside, though. I hope you are okay today. You look very comfortable resting there on the sofa!

fritz03
04-14-2010, 02:49 PM
http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/lazynapper2.JPG http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/lazytaff.JPG http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/sleepyman.JPG http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/shineyrest.JPG http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/shineyrest1.JPG http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/lazynappy1.JPGFritz yesterday in the window snoozing and at the same time Taffy on Mom's bed.She stayed home today,Marlene was up to having her stay with her.Marlene doing alright,a little pain in her right side,that's about it.Fritz in Mom's chair this morning,Mom let him up this morning,Mom had to make Banana Bread and Pumpkin Pie,Pie was for a Hospital Volunteer dinner at church at 5:30 tonight,bread was for Marlene.He had toast and cereal and was with me in the chair.Fritz in the sun by Mom's chair in the kitchen,likes the sun and in between the couch and the end table snoozing after being in behind the couch.he had a Raisin Bun with me for lunch,from Mom too.I had Rice and Kam for supper,he had some and Ice Cream and some cookie,I dipped it in Tea and he had it,won't eat it plain.He had a play with me with his Monkey,then went to the window,is upstairs being quiet before Mom goes out.

cassiesmom
04-14-2010, 03:28 PM
Hi, Taffy and Fritz having a lazy day! Fritz, good on you not to put up with a plain cookie ;)

Daisy and Delilah
04-14-2010, 10:15 PM
Oh My Goodness!! Such a doggie diva, Fritzie!! Not wanting a plain cookie. I gotta say, I'm with you too.:) You look adorable cutie pie. Keep on being a great little guy that we love to see. Great pics, Barry!! :D

fritz03
04-15-2010, 10:51 AM
http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/lazynappy2.JPG http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/lazynappy3.JPGFritz this morning being lazy beside the couch.Last night,had his water and some Banana Bread from both of us,had his snooze under the couch,This morning went to Mom and under the comforter,came out and had breakfast,had a cuddle with me.While Mom was out for groceries,he barked two ladies walking dogs and out back,barked at noises.Getting cloudy here,no rain in the forecast until Friday evening.

Daisy and Delilah
04-15-2010, 06:36 PM
What a sleepy head we have here. Get plenty of rest, Fritz, so you can rest up for some more posing tomorrow.:) You are adorable!! :D

cassiesmom
04-15-2010, 08:34 PM
zzzzz ... there's Fritz, taking a rest! Hi, cutie!

W are supposed to get some rain in Chicago after midnight. Everything is quite dry- I hope it will be a good soaking spring rain.

fritz03
04-16-2010, 04:45 PM
http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/lazynappy4.JPG http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/lazynappy5.JPGFritz snoozing again this morning beside the couch.It looks like he is looking at his Monkey in the second picture.I let him out this morning,went to Mom then came out and was behind the couch.After coming out,he had toast and cereal,Mom had Strawberries and Bread.After that picture,he looked as if he were going to jump at the Monkey,so I flipped it in the air he went for it and that was it for the play. I went and did Spring cleanup at my sister's,looks good.She is getting better,still a little sore,wears a bandage around where the surgery was and wears two tubes to drain fluid,one will be removed tomorrow.Had Chicken Strips and Garlic Bread for supper,Fritz had some,had a little play with the Monkey after supper,now under the couch.

cassiesmom
04-16-2010, 09:33 PM
A little toast and cereal, some nap time, some play time, some chicken ... sounds like a good Fritz day! Happy Saturday, cutie!

fritz03
04-17-2010, 01:02 PM
http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/windowboy5.JPG http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/windowboy6.JPGFritz this morning in the front window.A couple of time last night,Fritz tormented me about going out then runs back in here to the rec room.He had bones and his water,a snooze under the couch,heard him dreaming.he came up this morning an crawled right under the covers of Mom's bed.After coming out had our toast and my cereal,after being behind the couch.He barked at the neighbor next door going out in his truck.Larry was here,got Mom a clothes line that goes into the ground,hole has to be drilled for it,stones put it and cement so it will stay in place.Marlene had the tubes taken out,it hurt a lot,she was glad Mom was not there to see it.Going out to Swiss Chalet for Chicken,will bring Fritz home some.

Daisy and Delilah
04-17-2010, 08:41 PM
What's up with those silly antics, Fritzie? Back and forth, back and forth, wearing out Barry at the door. What a goofball!!!
Help Barry with the clothesline, ok Fritz? Behave yourself and have a wonderful Sunday. :)

fritz03
04-18-2010, 06:49 PM
http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/lazynappy6.JPG http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/monkeydog6.JPG http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/monkeydog7.JPG http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/monkeydog8.JPGFritz snoozing in Mom's chair this morning and after supper down here with his Monkey,was up an down the stairs with it.he came up to Mom's room and under the covers.After this,came out and had my cereal and toast plus Mom's toast.Spent time in the window and behind the couch.Tried brushing him,he took off under the table when I brought out the comb and brush.He had a sandwich with me for lunch,had Roast Pork,Mashed Potatoes and Turnip for supper,then Butterscotch Pie for dessert,Fritz had some,is with me now wanting Lays chips on the back of the chair.he then had the play with the Monkey.he has already,had Iams bones and water,he is watching me for more chips.Marlene had the other tube out,it was 4 feet long,glad it is out.

fritz03
04-19-2010, 06:53 PM
http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/fritzienap1.JPG http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/fritzienap2.JPG http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/kozyman.JPG http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/monkeydog9.JPGFritz last night being extremely cozy on the couch,in the corner of the kitchen this afternoon,soon after I had a Toasted Tomato sandwich,he came down and some.Fritz went and snoozed with Mom after coming up,had toast and cereal from me,toast from mom,cuddled with Mom then me.I did some gardening outside,then did a neighbor's backyard up the street after going up to Marlene's to put out leaf bags.She is sore but getting better,still has a bandage wrapped around where the surgery was done.Fritz had supper with me looked like Macaroni in Tomato sauce with bits of Hamburger,Maple Walnut Ice Cream for dessert,he had his own and mine.Mom went out tonight for a dinner with ladies from churches here in town.One yard cleanup tomorrow,weather sunny all week until the weekend with rain,tomorrow 68,then the low 50's rest of the week.Fritz is up on Mom's bed waiting for her to come home.

Daisy and Delilah
04-19-2010, 10:06 PM
Fritz, you are an extremely relaxed boy anyway aren't you? Always lying around the manor and living the best life. Great pictures!! You are adorable. Be good.:D

fritz03
04-20-2010, 04:20 PM
http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/kozyman1.JPGFritz last night,on his back on Mom's bed.Mom had gone out to dinner,he was in the window to start,barks a bit then heads to her bedroom.he came to me about 10 minutes before Mom come home,then went up when Mom got back and came back down.This morning,he went to her room and under the comforter and he then came out and went behind the couch.I did a yard cleanup today,have a lawn to do tomorrow after taking Fritz to the groomers.I had a Peanut Butter and Jam sandwich for lunch,Fritz had some,had a Hot Pork Sandwich for supper,Fritz ate his own,gave him some of Fruit Cocktail from dessert.he took a towel from laundry Mom did for Marlene,had to get meat to get it back.He was just under the couch snoozing then to the table ,then to mom,now back under the couch.

Daisy and Delilah
04-20-2010, 09:53 PM
Those meat tricks never end, Fritzie!! Always thinking of how to get meat. You look pretty cute in that picture, handsome man!! Be a good boy and dream of more ways to get more meat.:)

cassiesmom
04-20-2010, 10:12 PM
Hi, cosy Fritz! How nice you look on the yellow blanket waiting for mom. Happy Tuesday!

fritz03
04-21-2010, 07:26 PM
http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/cutiefritz.JPG http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/cuteyfritz1.JPG http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/cuteyfritz2.JPGFritz in the window upstairs and down here after playing with Monkey back from the groomers.Earlier in the day after we took Fritz to the groomers,Mom went to drop a card off for Shannon's little girl Samantha who will be 5 on Friday.She told Mom to have me take a picture of Fritz and send it on the internet.We had gone to get him she had phoned,phoned tonight,she wanted to to talk to me but I was upstairs in the tub,saw the picture and liked it,not sure about their dog Buster a Black Lab.Fritz rode in the back seat on the way there,had a brush before going ,didn't like it.His tail was going when I was carrying him in,was squirming going down the stairs and inside couldn't to get to see all the dogs.When we went ot get him,he was trying get out of the cage in a hurry and bumped his nose,Before going ,he laid down and had to carry him.Once home ,he went to Mom's chair then the window.he just had some Strawberry Cheese sticks with,just finished his supper,wee had Chicken Strips and Rice,I had Strawberries for dessert,Fritz had some of the first course from Mom and I.Mom and a friend to a fashion demo at a Ladies store here,Fritz has been busy barking upstairs.

cassiesmom
04-21-2010, 08:44 PM
Awww, Fritz, how nice you look! And bright blue, another color that looks so good on you! Happy Wednesday, sweety!

Daisy and Delilah
04-21-2010, 11:39 PM
There's a spiffed up boy!!! You look great Fritzie!! Sounds like a a riot at the groomers. Be a good boy, ok? You look so fluffy and handsome. :D

fritz03
04-22-2010, 05:51 PM
http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/kozyman3.JPG http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/6/1/1133242/kozyman4.JPGFritz this morning have a cozy rest in mom's chair.I forgot to mention yesterday after I let him out and was getting breakfast,he brought up a pair of my underwear from the laundry basket,he dropped it when I went to him.He had a snooze with Mom after getting up stairs,then behind the couch.He didn't have breakfast,was still there when two groups of school kids came by,probably something to do with Earth Day but when they returned,Fritz was in the window and barking.He had lunch with me,a Sandwich of Sliced Summer Sausage and a Strawberry Cheese Stick.Supper was Pancakes,too sticky for him.After getting down here,he was me in the chair cuddle with his Monkey.Fritz now under the little couch.

Daisy and Delilah
04-22-2010, 08:28 PM
Let's everyone imagine you running around the house, searching for articles to bring to the table. Fritz, you are the funniest little guy!! Any trick for meat will do. Shopping through the laundry and shoes. Such an organized guy. Be good and keep napping. Love love love your new fluffiness!!