The Chlo Ness Monster

 Monster's can be found in mysterious places.  I was reading Weird Illinois which included strange little creatures so close to home!  The most terrifying for me was for sure the Thunderbird.  The thoughts of being taken away from my mom with big huge talons was faint worthy. I also don't enjoy heights.  That wasn't even the worst part, but being picked to the bone during a feeding was seriously too much for my heart to take.  So I decided to be the monster instead of the victim.  After much research, I decided that the loch ness monster was fierce enough to keep me safe from the Thunderbird.  

Becoming the Chlo Ness Monster:

Step 1:  Learn to love the water or learn to channel the rage while in the water. 

Step 2:  Look larger than  you are.  

Step 3:  Become unrecognizable, indescribable, and unidentifiable.  

Step 4:  Be ferocious.  

So I most definitely become the Chlo Ness Monster, but the problem was I didn't really enjoy my mom laughing at me, because I didn't want to scare her even though I know I could.  I also decided it wasn't worth living in the bath tub.  So after much deliberation, I decided to dry out my hair and be the most regal looking Chlo anyone has ever saw!  I will hire body guards to make sure the Thunderbird never takes me away.  

Trauma and Recovery

 I am not sure if everyone knows that winter has officially hit my home.  Like not a little winter, but a full blown winter with snow, wind, and below 0 temperatures.  The positive parts of this weather is that mom stays home with me a lot more.  There really is no good reason to leave a nice warm house to venture out into this type of tundra.  

Unfortunately, the winter weather advisory did not include all types of warnings.  They talk about the dangers of driving in the snow and wind.  They talk about taking it slow as to not do any crashes.  The advisory usually mentions the temperature and the wind chill.  Talk about frost bite and how fast it can happen.  I took notes on all of the advisories.

1.  walk very slowly outside

2.  wear a coat

3.  stay outside for a short period of time

4.  stay out of the wind

I translate it into do your business fast.  

So here is the trauma part:  It is 5am.  Mom's school called to cancel, so we were awake and I had to go!  I convince her it is not too cold, just negative 20, but you know when you got to go you got to go!  I take three steps outside of the door and then let out a blood curdling scream.  Mom grabbed me quick and pulled me into her warmth (my hero), but there was blood all over my snout!  The winter weather advisory didn't say anything about tongue bite!  I got it stuck to a copper broiler that holds our firewood.  

The recovery process required mom to hold me for the next 4 hours, licking my lips, and getting treats.  I still am scared to go outside, but I keep my tongue in my mouth now!  

Be careful out there.  This weather is not something to mess around in!

Chloetry - The Valentine's Day Poem

 Love is in the air!  The temperature might be frigid, but my heart is so very warm.  With inspiration of all those I love, I bring you Chloetry which is Chlo's poetry.  I hope you enjoy this very special valentine's day!  
 

True Meaning of Love

What is the true meaning of love? 

Is it when two hearts fit like a glove? 

Someone who always cares, 

Even when you have crazy hairs. 

The person that gives you a home, 

And writes you a beautiful poem, 

Sings songs to make you happy, 

Acts all lovey dovey and sappy.  

The person who helps you heal, 

Cares about the way you feel, 

knows what is for the best, 

Even when you are a pest. 

The person who brings you treats, 

the way in which she greets, 

making sure I am always close, 

Letting me sit on her toes.  

The meaning of love is different for all, 

But for me the family is who I call, 

When I need to be complete, 

I seek the person I was destined to meet.  

PS.... I dedicate this poem to my best friend- Mom and to my other best friend Charlie.  

Sometimes You End Up in Strange Places

 Have you ever wondered how you get to places?  I wonder that all the time.  Sometimes you take trains, planes, and automobiles  or even a boat.  Sometimes you walk, run, or hop.  But this is not how this story goes.     

Some people set goals, make New Years Resolution (which mom is still exercising), and have a path.  People go to trade school, or college to gain more education and experience.  Sometimes  you meet people that inspire you to travel in different directions.  I asked  myself the question, who inspired you the most?   I am still contemplating life and that question, because right now, it is not my mom and this was not how this story goes either.  

Sometimes fun and adventure lead you to strange places.  A series of events in an evening can make you wonder how did this even happen.  Making a wrong turn where fate, and destiny changes your pathway into a memorable story.  One that is so funny and interesting that it is retold so many times.  Sometimes the new place becomes a tradition where you return to that place, because of the fun memories. I do not want to return to this place.  It was not fun.   

I guarantee you that none of these approaches brought me to my strange situation.  My mother was a little bored and decided to torment me.  She was talking to gma and gpa about crocks.  Gma wanted to buy a crock to put me in!  Mom said she didn't need a crock to put me in, because she had one already!  To show Gma, mom put me in the crock.  Luckily, it was a little comfortable, because it had clothes in it, but I was still a little worried.  I hope you don't find yourself in any sticky situations or strange places.  It was so unfair that I am going to start planning my revenge.  

We are all doing our part

It has been a weird world this year.  I personally have had the best year to date.  My mom has been home more than ever!  I loved seeing her everyday in March.  We went for daily walks, sat outside, listened to books, and sang to music.  I did my part by being the best companion while mom stayed home.  Jump forward a few months and mom had to go back to work.  She had to take care of those kids.  I used to go and visit them once in awhile, but I have been banned.  I'm still not over that, but mom says I can't pass the training that is now required.  I'm sorry if I can't sit and wait patiently for mom to call my name.  I know where I want to be and it is with her.  

Mom is doing her part.  She has been home and she cleans a lot.  I actually don't really care for all those smells, but we do our part.  This week she had to get her 2nd shot.  I personally scream bloody murder when I get my shots, but she said it only lasted a short second and it was fine.  She was very tired the day after and had to take naps.  I gave lots of cuddles while mom was recovering.  I didn't need any shots to take many naps.  

She said everyone gets to make their own decisions on getting vaccinated, but for her she felt it was the best thing.  However,  she is always telling me that people have the right to their own opinion.  So I will do my part in keeping her healthy, and she will do hers.  Hope everyone is feeling happy and healthy during this incredible time.