She sounds wonderful, Staci! I would love a whiff of puppy breath.

I think the name you have picked is wondeful too.

As for the crate....do you have it right next to your bed? If not, I think you should, and face it where she can see you. I'm not a crate person, but I also never had only one puppy either. Kaycee was still here when I got Honey and Honey was here when Lilly came, so I gated them in the kitchen until they were housebroken. I'm such a softie, I'd probably just pull that baby right up into the bed with me. Maybe someone else will have a better idea about helping you with the crate.

Good luck and have fun!!! Happy Thanksgiving to all three of you.