It's official. Here is Rhett Butler, the newest member of our family.
Please excuse the Parker County nails. Rhett Butler was born in Aledo.
Anyway, this was right after he was born. He still looks like a squirrel/alien puppy to me. He is kinda cute at the same time though. His white tummy and white feet are the best. In just a few weeks it will be time for him to come home. Bobbie, the breeder, said she would send updated photos in the mean time.
Y'all, I'm scared! I have visions of Rhett Butler peeing on my Pottery Barn rug. I don't know the first thing about training a dog. I guess I better start studying. I am afraid this is going to be more difficult than I imagine.
So throughout this whole process there have been some let downs. Initially Peter and I wanted a girl dog, Scarlett, but it didn't work out. But out of everything, the most disappointing thing has been people not knowing who Rhett Butler is! Come on people, have you not read Gone with the Wind?! If not, you HAVE to.
For those of you who don't know who Rhett Butler is, let me fill you in.
"Despite being thrown out of West Point, the Rhett of the novel is obviously very well-educated, referencing everything from Shakespeare to classical history to German philosophy. He has an understanding of human nature that the obtuse Scarlett never does, and at several points provides insightful perspectives on other characters. He also has an extensive knowledge of women, both physically and psychologically, which Scarlett does not consider to be "decent" (but nonetheless considers fascinating). Rhett has tremendous respect and (gradually) affection for Melanie as a friend, but very little for Ashley. Rhett's understanding of human nature extends to children as well, and he is a much better parent to Scarlett's children from her previous marriages than she is herself"
So basically Rhett is a little rough around the edges but very mysterious, handsome and has a good heart. He is like the bad boy you had a crush on in high school. Rhett spends most of the book trying to win Scarlett over. Scarlett spends most of the book trying to win Ashley over. Finally, at the end of the book, Scarlett realizes she does love Rhett. Scarlett dramatically professes her love to Rhett. However, it is a little too late and Rhett has had enough. Cue the number one movie line of all time....."Frankly, my dear, I don't give a damn."
And I will leave you with a visual. Isn't Clark Gable handsome and Vivien Leigh gorgeous?
