CHAPTER EIGHT DREW Who knew adopting a dog would be such a big responsibility? Well, I knew, but I didn’t realize how much attention he’d need, how many times he’d wake me during the day to go outside, and how much anxiety he’d have anytime I left the house. However, I know Courtney loves having him around, and if all that means she feels safer, then I’ll do whatever it takes to keep her happy. After a week of spending time with Buddy and watching him interact with Courtney, I have no doubt he’s the right pick for us. I’m almost getting used to sharing the bed with him, but now I think it’s time to get him a dog bed for the nights Courtney and I are both home. It’s getting a little overcrowded. Buddy isn’t exactly a small dog and Courtney and I need our alone time back. “What do you th