My First Great Love

Exactly two years ago, I headed out to Saving Grace Animal Shelter in hopes of falling in love with a sweet dog.  Upon arriving, the owner opened the gates and I was flooded with lots of rescue dogs of all ages and sizes.  Of course, my attention was drawn to the muddy hound who greeted me with a kiss (a habit we've spent the last 2 years trying to break.)

Annie has been such a fun first dog.  Being that I like to be in control of all parts of my life, my wild little beagle has certainly taught me to relax a little bit... and we've, of course, had our bumps in the road.  I'll never forget how close I was to making beagle stew when Annie chewed up my roommate's beloved Blackberry.  She also had a terrible habit of turning my food guru's beautiful yard on Bickett St. into a graveyard in a matter of minutes.

At the end of the day though, I love how Annie snuggles up to me.  I also love how happy she is in the woods or on afternoon runs.  She is a joy to my life and has transformed my lonely single gal days into adventures.  For that, I am incredibly grateful! 

Thinking of adopting a dog?  Check out Saving Grace!  As for a recipe, my days have been incredibly busy with turning in paperwork for school, finishing up my month with AmeriCorps, and  trying to get moving arrangements squared away for Chapel Hill.  My dinners have included simple but delicious summer vegetables that don't really require a fancy recipe.  I did have a yummy egg and sundried tomato english muffin today though.

Egg and Tomato Muffin

2 eggs

1 english muffin

goat cheese

sundried tomatoes, sliced

butter/vegetable oil

Beat egg and fry it in a pan with butter or vegetable oil.  Heat the english muffin with goat cheese under the broiler for about 3 minutes.  Add egg and sundried tomatoes to the sandwich for a quick and filling breakfast!