Boot Camp is Tiring

Oh, I am so tied!  They certainly do not call this boot camp for nothing.  There were definitely a few improvements from yesterday to today.  The leash was attached the correct way today and getting dressed occurred in the proper order.  Both Cleo and I were more comfortable being tethered to each other on my left side rather then on the right.  And, instead of "look at me" before meal time we have decided on shake so I can feel the action being performed.
       Today, we took our dogs through an obstacle coarse using a slu of commands.  First, the dogs had to step between ladder rungs having to use the command "load up".   Then we had to walk through a treat minefield firmly saying "leave it".  We had to approach a table and say "go pay" which is two paws up.  Another table was approached saying "under" and "down" to lye down underneath the table which is used in restaurants.  So many other obstacles were encountered in this course but it went very well.
       I have been wondering how Cleo would have been helpful on a past vacation.  I have actually been thinking of lately when my parents go on date nights leaving me home, on my own.  I drop everything now and Cleo could help me retrieve those objects.  I also would feel safer knowing that she is there to help and protect me.  I wouldn't worry about falling down stairs or curbs when I go out.  Nothing would necessarily be a challenge except for caring for Cleo, but even that will become a routine over time.  (I haven't gone on a vacation in a while.)
       Though I am tired I am having fun loving on Cleo!  A few days away from bringing Cleo back to the hotel!  Boot camp must continue.