Before I came to live here about 8 months ago, my mom used to think making the bed was a chore.
She is really glad I am hear now, because I make it a fun game!
I play “jump on the bed” when she is pulling up the bedspread or sheet or blanket, so I get a fun “ride,” and she gets a little extra upper body strengthening workout.
When she is changing the sheets, I jump on the mattress so she can fluff the sheet over me and I have to wiggle my way out.
I love to try to bite the pillows while she is trying to stuff them into fresh pillowcases.
And when it is all done, it’s a BLASSSST to grab my donut, get a really fast running start from the living room, and jump up on the bed and skid across it to the other side and jump off. This fluffs things up a bit more comfortable than having the bed covers being all flat and tucked in. That’s NOT comfortable!
It’s great fun, and there is nothing like playtime FIRST thing in the morning, before Mom has her coffee or has time to get dressed or brush her teeth. Morning is PLAY time! Well – after MY breakfast of course. But then… it is all about playtime.
Isn’t my mom lucky to have me to turn a mundane chore like making the bed into a really fun game?
She’s not so sure, but you get it – right?
Woofs & Wags,
Charlie
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Oh Charlie, yes I get it. 🐶
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Thank you Ms Jeni! love, charlie
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Charlie, you’re my favorite dog!
you know you make me miss my ol’ girl every time I see your gorgeously handsome face, and eyes that make me sigh and smile.
one tip though…. please let your mom have some coffee.
it. is. very. important. 🙂
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Oh Ms Debi – you make me doggie blush that I am your favorite :). I’m so sorry I make you miss your ol’ girl though. I will TRY to remember how important coffee is….. but I can’t promise…. sounds just silly! love, charlie
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Good Boy Charlie!!!
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Hahahahaha! I can see you jumping on the bed and making a game out of it! What fun you and your mom must have! I hope you continue turning her chores into games, happiness and joy! Here are some pats and belly rubs xoxoxo
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Thank you Ms PJ for the pats and belly rubs. Mom will do them on your behalf she promises – and say they are from you. I’m glad you understand how I make life fun! love, charlie
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I think it is so wonderful that you are such a happy and fun little dog!
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Smiles definitely make the bed look better, Charlie! (K)
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Thank you Ms K – especially since I have the bedspread a bit “tattered” shall we say from my frolicking! Oops…. love, charlie
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I love this! This looks fun, Charlie! 😄
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Making the bed can be TONS of fun! hehe! love, charlie
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Our Chloe knows that game well – hi, Charlie! You look so comfy and cozy on the bed.
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Sounds like Chloe is a fun and smart one too Ms Cynthia! 🙂 love, charlie
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Charlie looks oh so handsome in that picture!
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Thank you Ms. Kathy 🙂 love, charlie
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oh goodness, talk about point of view! Hilarious!
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I have a very positive and optimistic point of view, right Ms Jenna? 🙂 love, charlie
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OH Charlie ! I love your stories 😍 keep telling us your fun stories 🐶
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awh shucks – thanks ms snehal! I appreciate that so mom will allow me to write more 🙂 love charlie
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Haha Charlie, you know how to put fun into everything! Thanks for the laugh.
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I do – huh ms sharon!?! I’m so glad to make you laugh. Sometimes Mom doesn’t laugh about this…. love, charlie
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Oh Charlie, you are my favourite guest-poster in the whole of bloggyland.
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oh ms lynda – you make me blush! thank you so much – you made my puppy day! love, charlie
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Not only are you handsome, Charlie, but you’re such a helpful pup, too! Doggie smooches!! XO
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Oh ms T – you are so kind (and smart!) 🙂 Doggie smooches back to you! love, charlie
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Woofs and Wags, I am with Charlie 🙂 Big hugs to Charlie 🙂 🙂 🙂 You have made my day !
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oh ms lynn – thank you for the woofs and wags! you made my day too! love, charlie
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Charlie, you’re awesome! 😃You’re so incredibly helpful to your mom! She’s really an over-achiever for making her bed everyday. You method is much more like mine! lol
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You are so wise mr charlie – it has to be the name! making beds all nice and tidy is really STUPID -right? I like how you think too! love, charlie
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I knew you were smart, Charlie… must be something in a name. 😉
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Charlie, Maya, Mocha, and Matisse (even though they are cats) agree with you. Rumpled bedding makes a perfect nest for a day-nap. And who in the world wants perfectly clean, no pet fur, sheets. It’s uncivilized.
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Maya, Mocha, Matisse and YOU Ms Beverly are very wise! I like you all very much! You get it! Nests are meant to be fluffed! love, charlie
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What fun! Too cute and such a helper.
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thank you ms susan! I am a big helper – right?! 🙂 love, charlie
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Yes charlie you are a fun and big helper. 🙂 hugs, Susan
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You made me laugh today Charlie! 😄 I like how you “help” your mom make the bed and give her a few extra chuckles. 😉 Keep up the great work. Hehe! 🐶💕
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Laughing is good right Ms Jilly? Mom doesn’t always laugh about this though…. love, charlie
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Charlie, you can come help me make the bed anytime! What a great helper you are, what other chores do you do around the house to help out! 🙂
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Oh Mr. Terry – what fun we would have. I also help clean the kitchen floor. I am always right there just like a mop with my tongue ready to lap up crumbs and spills. I do tons of other important things, but I just am growing too sleep right now to write them all. Time for a little nap. That is one important chore – right? Naps are important so I can be alert to play and do other things when needed! love, charlie
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Charlie, how do you feel about cats? Because I know of a certain cat in our house who seems to share many of your feelings on this!
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I LOVE cats! Have you seen the pictures or read my posts about one of my BFF’s Sebastian the Kitty? https://lifeinbetween.me/2016/03/18/kitty-has-a-name-a-charlie-guest-post/ or this one: https://lifeinbetween.me/2016/01/27/charlies-new-friend-kitty/ Cats rule! love, charlie
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I have seen them now – Charlie, you are far more understanding of cats that Choppy is. She tolerates Schooner, but that’s about it. As for cats in the neighborhood…well, we don’t want to get into it. Suffice to say, it’s lucky they can climb trees.
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Yes Charlie I get it! Your Mom always says that its all about the moments and you are making FUN moments for her! 🙂 Keep at it! But every now and than you may want to make it a little easier for her to pull up the covers, you don’t want to wear her out you know for she is how you get your treats. Her arms may be too tired to open the treat bag and that would be sad!
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Oh Ms C – you are so so so smart! I never thought of that…. I would never want her arms to be THAT tired! Thank you for this very important advice! love, charlie
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Glad to be of help Charlie 🙂
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You silly goofball Charlie! Don’t you know that humans MUST have their coffee before playtime? 😉
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I think coffee is stupid, Ms KR! But I will try to remember 🙂 love, charlie
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Oh Charlie. You’re a funny boy. I could see how this is great fun for you and even your Mom, but after a while I hope you allow your Mon to finish making the bed. She may act annoyed sometimes but I know she loves playing games with you too.
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Oh Ms Mandi – I do so try to finally give in…….there is a fine line between funny and annoying….. 🙂 love, charlie
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Charlie you are a doll and your mom is super special woof woof! oh, Clementine and Kenny say woooooof
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Woof to you too! 🙂 love, charlie
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Awwweeee xxx hug mom for me
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you bet I will 🙂
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Beautiful photo, so handsome..and morning playtime while making the bed sounds like a fantastic way to start the day. Hugs and belly rubs!
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Thank you Ms Haunani! It is a great way to start the day! 🙂 love, charlie
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I’m glad you are making bed-making so much fun for your mom, and giving her a healthy work out at the same time. True, she might not always seem to appreciate it, but that’s just because sometimes people and dogs look at things differently. Trust me, she will come around to seeing things from your point of view eventually….mostly because she’ll have no other choice!
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You are a wise Human Ann – I am grateful for your insight. YOU get it! 🙂 love, charlie
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Oh Charlie!! Your poor mommy!! 🙂
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She is very lucky ms Linda! Haha. Love Charlie ❤️🐶
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You are so right, Charlie, making the bed IS a great game. My three kitties would totally agree with you!
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Seeeee! Yippee!!! Love Charlie ❤️🐶
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I bet you’re really good at cleaning off the table with a running start too, Charlie. Your mom must be having an absolute blast with you.
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Oh you know it mr George 😝 love Charlie
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