There was no struggle, that’s just the way it was in my house & everyone else I knew.
edit: we weren’t poor, and we weren’t rich either. Think of “A Christmas Story“ for an image. No complaints.
This is Rose, (in repose) our Shar Pei/terrier mix. She agreed to join us last January when she was 7 1/2 years old. We met at the shelter and all we know is she's originally from Mississippi. Would love to know more about her background, but so far she isn't talking. All we know is she's a character and a sweetie!