Best decision ever and I have been Pavlov'd!

Ok the best decision ever was getting divorced.  But another great decision was biting the bullet and getting the new flooring I have been wanting for a looooong time. 

I adore it!  Exactly how I envisioned it. 

I still have stuff to put back in but I want it to be free of clutter so I am taking my time, choosing wisely and strategically.  

The contractor was really great to work with and very accommodating.  I had a killer headache Saturday and told him I was going to pick up an RX unless I didn't have time before he was coming by.  He waited until I got back home. Awesome because my meds knocked my headache out.  I appreciated his flexibility. He also gave me every material receipt so I knew I was paying for only what he bought. Also appreciated that.  

On another note....she sure looks sweet cuddling with her lamb right?  

Except I have created a monster.  (Ok still a cute, adorable, got me wrapped around her finger princess monster). You know how they say it takes 21 days to make a habit?  It's shorter for dogs.  If she even sees me pick up a sneaker what happens next can only be described as a doggie temper tantrum.  She has grown used to her daily two mile walks in no time.  This morning I put my workout clothes on in the bathroom, door shut, clothes having been placed in there the night before....and it's like she sensed it.  I was preparing to take her on a walk but it's easier to be completely ready before she realizes.  No such luck.  How does she know!?  

So given that I took her on a morning walk I thought I could sneak out for a solo run this afternoon.  I changed clothes in the garage just to have a peaceful exit.  Yeah....we are going to have to work on that.  But rule number one: never make eye contact when she is standing by her basket containing her leash.  If you do, it's all over.  Rule number two: don't just avoid saying the word "walk" but know this dog also knows how to spell it.  And they say dogs don't know English.  Rule number three:  know when you come back from a solo run or gym outing she will let you know how much you disappointed her through a series of eye glances that can only be translated as "How dare you."   These are the rules that I have learned in less than 21 days.  Would this be the opposite of Pavlov's dog in some way if we really analyzed that further I wonder, LOL.  Human gets disappointing look every time she goes on solo run.  No cuddles for human.  If human wants cuddles she will take dog on every outing.  My dog has reversed Pavlov'd me. Wow....smart little princess monster.