Ellie Golden Life

How is it possible that I feel like I forgot everything about having a newborn?

Getting ready for baby #2 has meant remembering burping, wake windows, and somehow relearning swaddles. Seriously, how are swaddles so hard?

But while we’re thinking about all the baby stuff, we’re also thinking about the bigger things that come with growing our family.

We’ve had USAA Life Insurance Company for years, and although we have a military connection, it’s not required to apply.

If you’re going through a big life change like having a baby, getting married, or buying a home, it’s worth checking out.

Learn more at USAA.com/Life

Emma almost failed her therapy dog test… 😬

I thought I was giving Ellie the best life possible.

I loved her, spoiled her, took her on adventures, and never questioned whether I was doing the right things for her.

Looking back, there’s one mistake I wish I had caught much sooner.

Thankfully, we made changes. More walks. More play. A healthier lifestyle. And over time, Ellie reached her ideal weight.

Today, she’s almost 10 years old, 19 pounds lighter than her heaviest weight, and honestly has WAY more energy than she did when she was 3.

Please do me a favor. Take another look at your dog. Sometimes it’s hard to notice changes when you see them every day. Do your research and talk with your veterinarian to make sure your dog is at a healthy weight and getting the nutrition they need.

If you’re considering a change in food, Spot & Tango UnKibble has been a great fit for Ellie and Emma and has played an important role in Ellie’s weight-loss journey.

If you’d like to try UnKibble, you can use code GOLDEN to save 60%.

we had to ban these songs from my dogs 😂 part 2

when Ellie met a brave boy on his final days 💔

I made a big mistake breaking that treat in half 😂

To be fair, Rare Breed is one of Ellie and Emma’s favorite high value treats. They’re only 3 ingredients, high protein, and American sourced.

And now you can find them on Chewy 🙌