"Well, it is almost New Year's Eve and we are getting ready to celebrate...right, Carter? Carter? Why do you look so sad?"
"What's there to celebrate, Molly? We are retiring in two days and I'm going to miss everyone!! No more spotlight! No more adoration! No more tummy rubs and treats! Just talking about it makes me want to cry!!"
"Geesh, Carter - and you thought I was the drama queen!"
"Well, it's true, Molly. Doesn't it make you sad??"
"I suppose it would if I were never coming back, but I thought a lot about that Christmas wish you made, and I made a few calls."
"And?"
"And... I got us a schedule to come back in 2014 during specific dates like holiday weekends, summer months, and special events!"
"Really!?"
"Yes! We will have the best of both worlds next year! More time at home to live a dog's life, and special times to spend with our Titanic family."
"Oh, Molly, this is a Christmas wish come true! It's the best news ever! It's really time to celebrate now! Woohoo! It's party time!"
"Whoa, whoa, Carter, calm down. You might scare the children."
"OK, Molly, but I am feeling festive now! Let's go out for some drinks!"
"Carter, we don't drink!"
"Well, how about some big, delicious cupcakes!"
"No, we have to watch our weight."
"Some boiled potatoes?"
"Full of carbs."
"Kibbles of our dog food?"
"I think we can arrange for that - but only a few."
"Wow, you really know how to take the fun out of the party."
"You'll thank me later. Our semi-retirement years are just the beginning. We'll be on the cover of magazines, on the New York Times Best-Seller list, on daytime talk shows! You'll want to look your best!"
"Now who is being dramatic?"
"Not dramatic, just dreaming big! My first title will be, 'Molly: The Unsinkable Spirit of Titanic's First Dog Mascot'."
"Gee, let me guess the star of that Titanic tale..."
"...ummm, Molly, what's on your face?"
"Huh, what? Me?"
"Yes, on your face...oh my gosh! You have a rash! Did you infect me!?"
"Oh, Carter, it's just blush! I'm getting ready for my cover shot. What do you think of the Hollywood glam?"
"Looks pretty scary. Wait a minute! Did you get your lips done!? They look fuller than before. Oh no - it's come to this! You've gone under the knife and you're only 5 years old!"
"Calm down! It's just Photoshop - dogs don't even have lips."
"Whew - well, I'm glad to hear that! Wait - I don't have lips! Oh my gosh! How will I eat!"
"Oh my goodness, Carter! You have a lot to learn about show biz. Don't worry, we have lots of time now to teach you all about it."
Tune in next time to find out whether Molly & Carter
will adapt to their new, semi-retired life!
You still have a few more days to see us in 2013! We'll be right here to greet you!
Love,
Molly & Carter
