Many people wonder if the dam of a litter miss their pups.....

I think we can be pretty much assured that life goes on and the comforts of being home outweigh any 'twinges' of guilt as Muddie Pearl enjoys the first fire of the season at her home.  Gotta love her expression in this photo - pure contentment.  The 'leg hug' is just the frosting on the cake.  :+)