After things didn't work out with the dog in Bryan, Texas, I decided I wanted to wait a while before I started looking on websites for dogs. I was emotionally exhausted. Finding a dog was hard work!
One evening (only a few short days later), I was stalking the MSRH Instagram page which is operated by the very fabulous Nikki who also conducted my home visit. She posted a picture of a young looking black miniature Schnauzer:
At this point, you're falling in love with her as I did. Amazing how a little picture can easily snag your heart. I didn't know Stella's history, but I was certain that she and I could have an amazing future. Her foster at the time was Jennifer. I found Jennifer to be as kind and as helpful as the other volunteers with the organization. I was the first approved person who was asking about Stella and she assured me that no one was going to jump ahead of me in line. She knew exactly what to say to assure me that if Stella and I were a good match, that she was mine.
After Jennifer described Stella and her sweet behavior, I knew that when I did meet her for the first time, I would also be taking her home with me. I waited nearly a week before I was able to pick her up and bring her home with me. This week included plenty of hand wringing, plenty of preparation and baby proofing my apartment. I had sleepless nights. Everything had to be perfect.
Finally the day came and I was able to pick her up! What an exciting day! When I first met Stella she barked and howled and went crazy with excitement. I wanted to cry but kept it to myself. In that moment, my future flashed before my eyes. I saw dog parks, lakes, bones, snuggles, and poop duty. As cheesy as it sounds, I felt like I found what I had been missing. Something to call my own. A sweet little Schnauzie Schnauze. Stella Star. {Look below for a picture of Stella leaving with me and going to her furever home!}
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