We gave Gypsy her last outside bath of the season yesterday, and I think she knew it. She was particularly frisky and peppy about it, and when it came time to dry her off, she just danced and played with the towel like a pup. I just love when she lets me know when something feels good to her old body. Maggie does it best, but I gave it a good shot, just rubbing and wiggling her in the towel as she just pranced around and wagged her little skinny tail. Maggie told me that she does it just like her Dad used to when she was little… I smiled, it was a good memory. I remember him doing that silly Daddy bathtime ritual where he’s catch the little clean girls and do that exercise machine wiggle with the towel wrapped around them and making them giggle with delight to be tossed and turned like a washing machine. Apparently, it works with dogs too!

I know our time is limited with Gypsy, but you know, we’re just enjoying every minute we can. Just making her a part of our day, and keeping her warm and happy like a much beloved little old lady. She’ll have to get her medicated shampoo every 5 days, but it will have to be inside and a lot less fun. But that’s okay, we’ll have memories of these beautiful fall Indian summer days and giving Gypsy a wiggly towel dry in the sunshine.