The Middle

Hi everyone, it's Cody. Sorry we haven't written in a while.

Today I'd like to talk about the middle. The middle is a place where I belong. It's a place where I need to be. Wherever two or more are gathered, I should be in the middle. You may ask why. There are several reasons.

1. It allows me to protect all equally from the dogs and their humans that walk outside.

2. It allows all to hear my thunderous bark equally.

3. It assures me of maximum head, ear and back rubbing.

4. I am alerted to anyone's sudden movement.

5. It's warm.

This is why I have to be in the middle. I am very upset when I am not. It always confuses me when Eddie and Kristen are hugging and I get left out. I leap on them to remind them, because they just seem to be very forgetful.

Sometimes, a middle has to be made. This is done by forcing myself into the space where a middle would be. This is for the good of all.

If you ever come to visit, and you do not want me in the middle, there is only one thing for you to do. Deal with it.

Your friend, Cody.