Time’s flyin’ and the much anticipated day is fast approaching. The first (and hopefully ‘Annual’) Milblog Conference in bee-u-tiful Washington D.C. is a week from Saturday!
Most everyone has heard that JP will not be at the conference. Something about a new kid, the Olsen Twins, or an “American Idol” tryout – whatever… He has decided to send a doppelganger to take his place, and I got a chance to meet the replacement and get to know him a little. I think the little guy will do OK.
I showed “JP” out to the deck since it was such a nice day. He was quite ebullient about the surroundings and made a lot of noise suggesting that he was happy. I couldn’t be sure – he doesn’t seem to speak any language I’ve ever heard.
Since he’d been on the road for a while and could probably use some refreshment, I decided to lay out some chow. We had some of the good kibble and he got to use the best water dish. Nothing’s too good for my guests. That seemed to be a wise decision as he really opened up after filling his little tummy. He started jumping up-and-down and wobbling around. I asked if he needed to use the yard, but he declined and just squeaked.
We were having a great time when suddenly the little bugger darted towards my Milkbone. I don’t know about you, but I’ll share my kibble, my water, my chew toys and stuff, but nobody messes with the milkbones! We had a brief discussion about “house rules” and I think I got my point across.
Well, one thing I know for sure – JP made this one in his own image and smell. Jeeeesh! Good thing we didn’t eat the anything out of the garbage. I believe he’s going to win any contest with CJ in this odoriferous category.
Funky smells aside, the wee “JP” is a laugh riot! I haven’t a clue what he’s talking about, but the way he says things with those grunts, squeaks, burps, farts and insane music is bound to have us all in stitches on the 22nd.
What’s he going to be like on the pub crawl? Register here if you haven’t already and come enjoy the event.
