Me and my Pod People packed up to petsit for two weeks.

I had the idea I would get to play with two amazing, adorable three-year-old brother bulldogs while I enjoyed a writing retreat, away from my own home and all the responsibilities. Somewhere quiet without interruptions.

The first part came true. I had so much fun with Mack and Elway. See? I pooped them out.

My Pod People? They still got a little air time over the keyboard but mostly they clamored around in my head. Still, my charges were so good, they let me sit for a couple interviews, and create a new story for a group project. I hadn’t thought about pet sitting as a retirement perk. But coming up with new things to do is what it’s all about, right?

This was my biggest writing hiatus since I started three years ago! But look at them. It was worth it. First day back home, and I miss them.