Let me set the scene: It was another rainy and dreary weekend in Charlotte. Though the sun decided to hide all weekend, the rain let up on Sunday and we jumped at the chance to head out on a family walk. After spending hours and hours indoors, cabin fever set in a bit, so it felt great to move our legs and get outside.
We set out to cover our favorite two-mile loop, but about halfway through, Sadie must have stepped on something sharp or something stung her back left paw because she jumped and then started licking at her paw like crazy. We encouraged her to walk along with us, but she started limping with her tail tucked under her body. We checked out her paw and couldn’t find anything wrong. Sadie is a dog who usually walks out in front of us, but when we had to pull on her leash to get her to move even a few steps, we knew something was really bothering her.
The problem? We were a half mile from home.
Around this same time, Chase started to get fussy in his stroller. This tends to happen when we stop moving, so pausing to check on Sadie apparently set him off. Thankfully, I packed the Baby K’Tan along to wear him just in case he started to get antsy, so I put him in the baby carrier to make him a little happier.
And that’s when Ryan had an idea. Why not put Sadie in Chase’s stroller?
We both were pretty confident his idea would never work and that Sadie would freak out, but then this happened…
She loved it.
And that is how we walked for a half mile as we made our way back to our house.
We could not stop laughing. Neither could the people in the cars that passed us. Or the joggers who ran by us. It was equal parts ridiculous and hilarious.
And with that, we reached a new level on the spectrum of crazy for way-too-obsessed dog owners.
(Sadie is 100 percent okay, by the way, and was running around like normal soon after we returned home.)
So what else happened this weekend other that that ridiculousness? Aside from the eventful walk, we spent most of our weekend at the house, staying warm and dry. I wish I had more fun things to share with you guys today, but I honestly spent a decent portion of my Saturday catching up on work-related emails, writing and blog stuff. After several unproductive days last week, it was nice to spend a little time checking things off my “must do” list in between playtime with Chase.
At least there was Thai food takeout on Saturday night!
That was a definite highlight. Thai food has been our go-to take out food these days, surprisingly replacing our weekend pizza addiction that thrived for a few months over the summer. We usually order soup as an appetizer and split two entrees: Pad Thai and Pad Ki Mao. Ryan actually ordered the Pad Ki Mao for the first time after Chase was born and we both could not get enough of the thick, wide noodles and flavorful sauce, so it has since become a takeout staple!
I did manage to make it to Pure Barre over the weekend and it felt great to spend some extra time stretching out my sore muscles after Friday’s push/pull Burn Bootcamp workout. On my way home from Pure Barre on Sunday, I picked up our groceries for the week. We’re still going strong with one grocery store trip per week thanks to a little forethought and meal planning.
Here’s a glimpse at this week’s meal plan:
- Monday: Hoisin and sesame seed shrimp with brown rice and roasted asparagus
- Tuesday: Kale and turkey sausage breakfast casserole
- Wednesday: Extra chunky homemade chicken soup
- Thursday: Quesadillas with a side salad and pear slices
- Friday: Salmon with sweet potatoes and roasted Brussels sprouts
I’m planning to make the kale and turkey sausage breakfast casserole for dinner on Tuesday night so I can easily reheat it for breakfast on Wednesday morning. I’m hoping to be able to make it to an early workout class before heading out to a morning women’s bible study group I joined last week, so a grab-and-go breakfast is key.
And I think that catches us up! I hope you all had a good weekend!
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Haha. I’m actually a little jealous of the stroller. We went for a 5 mile hike one time and our pup hurt her paw. We had to carry her the last 2 miles of the hike, down the mountain.
Three letters: L.O.L.!! Sooooo funny to see Sadie in the baby stroller. Ha ha, thanks for the Monday levity.
You’re totally inspiring me with your weekly meal prep and the specific meals you’re preparing. I’m gonna have to try that kale and sausage breakfast casserole asap. Thanks for the food inspiration, as always!
Ha! Sadie played you.. Smart pup
He’s changing so much already!!! Such a little cutie!!! Sadie is clearly loving the stroller!
This post definitely just made my morning. Totally something I would do with my dog too.
OMG…. adorable Sadie in the stroller. And Chase’s hat is too cute!!! I love it!!
Love Chase’s hat! Where is it from?
What stroller ar you using in th photos above? I have a little one coming in January and am looking for a sporty stroller.
Bahahaha I am dying laughing. That is hilarious 🙂
Too funny- this is definitely something I can see my husband and I doing with our dog!!! She’s so spoiled.
I love hearing about your weekends with Chase! I’m 38 weeks today so I’m ready to have some newborn-filled weekends! 🙂
That is too funny!! Glad Sadie is feeling better:)
I love, love and am so thankful for my Bible Study group! Especially as a new mom- joining was such a highlight of my week to be with other women/moms and have some uplifting, encourgaing and positive conversations in the meantime. Hope you are enjoying it as well! Wonder what you are studying?
Ha!! Love this! Sadie is adorable. 🙂 Hope Bible Study goes well! I LOVE joining new groups for the fresh perspectives from the members, but it’s always a bit nerve-wracking for that first meeting. Hope you have fun!
Haha! I’m a crazy dog owner, so I totally understand. My dog is a little too big for our stroller, but I’m sure she would just love being pushed around, lol!
I just snorted coffee through my nose !!!! OUCH. Sadie makes me laugh so hard … she needs her own YouTube channel.
LOL, Sadie is so cute in the stroller! I’ve carried my dog home a few times when she’s gotten too much ice in her paws in winter. Luckily she only weighs 22 lbs!
Thai takeout is a staple around here too! And we don’t have the excuse of a newborn…
Sadie is adorable! If we were able to have a dog right now (renting a home still), we would spoil it rotten, too. And Chase’s smile is absolutely contagious! What a fun weekend. 🙂
The Thai food looks delicious! When I go out to eat now I’m all about the Vietnamese food. I can’t get enough pho!
I knew where the story was going but when I saw the first picture, I laughed out loud!! On a side note, I made the breakfast potatoes over the weekend and they were a hit!
This is too funny! Our Stella (she’s a greygle) has done that a few times- come in after being outside going crazy licking her leg/ paw, and just when we get to the point of “maybe we should call the vet,” she’s totally fine. Sometimes I wonder if she’s having growing pains- she’s 8 months old. At the risk of sounding like a total nut, don’t you ever wish dogs could just talk and tell you what hurts?!
Haha laughing so hard at Sadie in the stroller. Watch her fake a limp now every time she is tired of walking. Glad she’s okay!! 🙂
Sadie looks SO cute in the stroller!! and yummy for the Thai! I hardly ever really think to order that one!
I don’t think that’s ridiculous–it’s brilliant! My dog and I go on long hikes alone quite frequently and I always think, “If she hurts herself, how the heck am I going to get her back to the car?” Nevermind if I break MY leg or something–it’s all about the dog!
Sadie is a hoot! I think my pup Sheba would’ve been exactly the same!
Next time that happens, check the pads of her foot and see if something is stuck in there or poking her. My dog came up hopping on 3 legs on a walk recently, and it was a leg that he had sprained and had been in a cast a few months earlier. So I was all worried that he injured it again, but when I looked at his foot, there was a sharp picker in between the toes. Once I pulled it out he was running around again like normal!
Mmm I love Thai! I’m so glad Sadie is doing okay!
Haha! That is totally hilarious!
And that Thai looks so so good. I love Thai food–I think I need some stat!
That picture of Sadie in the stroller kills me! She has such a big personality- I love it!
OMG I am now 40 weeks pregnant and loveeee pad thai! Your post made me look up our local Thai food place for dinner! I always ask for extra crushed peanuts to go with it. Yummm
Ha! Pregnancy cravings are intense! Hope you loved your Pad Thai!
Haha! I love it! This is something I would totally do too! Sadie looks so cute in that stroller!
Best blog post ever!!!
Wishing Ryan a happy birthday. I remember that he has the same bday as me 🙂
Ha! I’m from Los Angeles… dogs in strollers is something you see on the regular! There’s a lady in my neighborhood who pushed the doggy stroller while carrying the dog. We like to point her out and say, “oh look, there’s the lady who takes her dog out for a carry.”
I’m crying I’m laughing so hard at the pics of Sadie in the stroller. Perfection.
This might just be my favorite post!
This is all kinds of amazing.
Omg! I definitely laughed so hard tears came out! Mainly because I have a vizsla and know how dramatic they can be. They are just the best dogs and love how human they are. I’m pregnant so can’t wait to see how our girl shares our attention with the baby
Aw!! I hope your dog isn’t too jealous!! Sadie is getting more and more used to Chase by the day but I still think she misses being the center of attention 100% of the time. 🙂
LOL, that is too funny! The look on her face in those photos cracked me up. Glad she is doing ok. Chase is just getting cuter by the day!
I’ve always wanted to have a little dog that I can put in a backpack! I think that’s adorable.
I laughed so hard at that first pic of Sadie in the stroller! I had to show my husband and he laughed too. She is hilarious 🙂
Cheers,
Nicole
Hahaha! This just made me smile so much! I hope Sadie doesn’t go expecting it every time you take her out for a walk now. She’ll be putting it on just to get a ride home!
A good laugh out loud to tears in the morning !!! The best way to start the day. I still look at the pictures and laugh again. Thanks Julie for aaaaaaaall your posts. I love them. Bless you all.
🙂 Thanks so much for reading, Sibyl!
This made me laugh so hard! Crazy how much excitement can happen on a simple walk.
Lol this is so awesome. Pretty sure my dogs would do the same! Also, I am guessing Sadie has seen chase in the stroller enough to know it is something she wants a part of.
Random question – now that you have had some time to use the items with Chase – what is your thoughts on your glider from Wayfair? I am currently picking out items for our Nursery for our first baby and love the look of that glider but wanted to get a first hand opinion since you can’t test it our prior to purchase.
Thanks!
Sarah
We love it!!! It is so comfy and I also like the fact that it doesn’t look too “glider-y” and looks more like a normal chair. My mom, Ryan and I all think it’s great! I do wish the back was a little higher, but that is my only minor complaint. I’d definitely buy it again!
Perfect!! Thank you so much for the reply. Enjoy!!
Hahaha I can’t stop laughing!!!!!! Queen Sadie on her throne 🙂
Hi Julie,
I am going into my second trimester of pregnancy, and am beginning to look for all of the baby gear I will need. What stroller is the one you have? Is it a jogger + car seat? I would like an all in one jogger, & need help! Thanks!
-Brittany Emmons
My dog loves the stroller too! He likes to sit in the basket on the bottom!
You are not alone in the crazy dog parents department!
Okay, so people in Southern California legit have strollers FOR THEIR DOGS!! Whenever I see it I think it’s the most ridiculous/hilarious thing ever. People will go to farmers markets and bring their dog in a stroller, which makes me laugh because isn’t this your dog’s chance to get some exercise? It’s just too funny!
living in los angeles, this is no longer a foreign sight to me. people and dog strollers (no babies/children to be seen) are everywhere. i recently saw a woman at the century city mall sitting at a table out side this little italian restaurant peaking into her stroller. when i sat at my table slightly behind her, i realized it was a dog, not a baby, in said stroller. and no sign of the pup being in pain as poor sadie clearly was.