Chapter 1: Introduction
The bead of sweat slid from my brow and I greedily brushed it away with the back of my hand, smearing the sunscreen on my forehead even further. Why did I think it was a good idea to walk the dog in the middle of a Florida summer's afternoon?
Because my kids wouldn't let their poor puppy rot away in a kennel all day during my endless errands and playdates. Mom of the year, that's me.