Photo Day #2 - My Little Buddy

This is Petey. He and I have known each other for nearly twenty years! This adorable little puppy, who is actually the smaller, stuffed version of the dog from The Little Rascals films, holds a very special place in my heart. For one thing, he was given to me by my dad when I was twelve years old during the last time I was hospitalized for surgery due to hydrocephalus, a neurological condition I've had since birth. Petey serves as a constant reminder of just how far I've come - that despite having had to undergo thirteen dangerous operations in twelve years, I am now looking at nearly two decades of being symptom - and surgery - free! Not only that, but since Petey is one of the few childhood toys that I've chosen to keep with me all these years, he has served as a constant companion to me - always ready and waiting on my bed for me to give him a hug. Some people may see me as being 'too old' to have stuffed animals, but I don't care. Petey will be with me forever, because that soft, fuzzy little puppy never fails to make me smile!