Scott’s Family 2022

 Scott, Molly, and The Crazies!

When I saw the series of pictures these two took while trying to get a “good” Christmas picture, I laughed out loud. They have the craziest, most lovable, I-do-what-I-want dogs. When their Christmas card  arrived and this picture was in it, I was so surprised they actually got a great picture. I love it as much as I love this crazy little family.

Scott and Molly have filled their year with fun, food, friends, fur babies, music, travel, love, and support. They both have non-traditional work schedules, which can make their lives a bit challenging. Scott is still with Temple Fire and Rescue as a senior driver. His schedule is 24 hours on and 48 hours off. Because he is a driver with seniority, he often steps up as a captain when someone is on vacation or out for personal reasons. Therefore, he rotates stations quite often. Molly still works for the state of Texas; but, she has changed to the child protective services office. As a result of the new job, she no longer has to drive to Austin and is assigned to the Temple location. However, she works from home 4 days out of 5. She does have to drive in for court appearances from time to time. Luckily, they don’t have childcare or school issues to work around as well. Their kids have four feet and fur, are housebroken, and can be left on their own for periods of time.

Pete and Daisy live with Scott and Molly out in the country. It is perfect for two active, healthy dogs. Unfortunately, just like 2 legged kids, the get sick, have accidents, get into fights with the neighbors… you name it. Here are just a few examples of their misadventures.

Pete often engages in power struggles through the fence with the neighbor dog. His most recent confrontation cost him about 10-12 centimeters of ear. He usually escaped the tussles with a nip on the lip or a scratch on his face. This was the worst injury by far. Luckily, his daddy was home for 48 hours straight to tend his wound and he is back to his normal, fearless self.

Pete in the freak snowstorm.

Pete in the cone of shame.

The ear has healed. Just looks a little rough along the edge.

Daisy is a sweet rescue that Molly took in. She had stranger anxiety when they first got her. It took her a while to warm up to Ron and I; but, she now welcomes us with excited barking instead of fearful noises. I have to say, she is a beauty; but, really high maintenance! She gets car sick. Can’t leave skunks alone, which requires humiliating stink removal baths. Loses her Mommy’s belongings in the yard. Loses her doggy sweaters in the brush. And, has a rough time with her nails. Well, more specifically, her dew claws. But, she is a happy girl who loves her Mommy and Daddy.

Daisy at the vet after tearing off her dew claw.

Love their matching smiles!

Daisy getting yet another skunk shower.

Molly has an adorable little dog named Dash. But, Dash lives with Grandma Marian and Grandpa Mark because he wouldn’t be able to survive country life. Dash is blind, frail, has no teeth, and very sedentary. He is very happy where he is. At least until Pete is visiting. Pete just doesn’t understand that Dash only lands on him because he can’t see him when he jumps off the couch! 

Sweet little Dash!

Grandpa and Grandma Edwards.

When Molly and Scott travel, either Ron and I get to house and dog sit; or, Molly’s parents let the hounds stay with them. Either way, the kids are in good hands while Mom and Dad are away. I don’t think the following pictures cover all of Molly and Scott’s travels. But, I think you can tell that they are all about having fun together regardless of where they are.

When Molly and Scott aren’t on a plane, car, or ship, they support one another in many ways. They help out at the charity events for the fire department. They support their nieces’ activities. And, they are always up for a family gathering. 

Molly and Scott at one of the fire stations.

Molly and Scott helping out at a charity golf tournament 

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Scott (in gray) watching the action.

The family at the lumberjack show in Alaska.

Supporting the twins at their band concert.

Supporting Maggie as she dances.

Part of the family on our Alaskan cruise.

As I mentioned earlier, these pictures are just a little glimpse into life in the Yellow House. Here’s wishing Molly and Scott many more adventures in 2023!