My silver lining came in black today, with a smile and a squeaky toy in his mouth.  Prince, our friend Sam's dog, is here for the weekend while she visits her boyfriend who is currently recovering from a horrible car accident.  Prince is a three year old black lab and he is full of energy and spunk.  Prince makes Kate and I smile and laugh all day long.  He gives each of us something to do and take care of while the other is away at work.  It is by no means all play with a younger dog but it is always rewarding.  Today, I did not so much need a silver lining as I appreciated having on to pin point instead.