I'm a Yankee Doodle Doggie!!!

I went to my very first parade today - I think it was held in my honor! So many people wanted to meet me, so I had to oblige. There were sirens, and loud bangs, and lots of music. Joey kept getting stuff thrown at him, so I was a little jealous. But, some nice girls gave me treats, too. Then I was happy.

I showed everyone there that I don't need opposible thumbs to wave a flag! Dad and I walked down the middle of Broad Street carrying a flag - eveyone said I looked cute! I think that means something like sit, but I get petted instead of a treat to eat

I liked almost everything about the parade, except for the critters with the big fuzzy paws. They were kind of scary. Mom said they were "Pom Pom Girls" - I don't know what those are, but I will avoid them for the time being.

I am happy today - Mom, Dad and Joey are spending so much time with me. I was by myself for a while on Sunday and Monday. I heard them talking about going to Summerfest and Six Flags Great America. My neighbors come over to walk me and play, so I didn't mind too much. I met my neighbor cat Taco nose-to-nose. He was so nice, patting me on both sides of my face. I patted him once with my paw, and he ran away. I think he probably had to go to the bathroom or something - he was in a big hurry to get somewhere!

I need to take a nap - I think Mom and Dad and Joey are going to make we walk somewhere this afternoon. See ya.