LadyM, I don't think Sam is doing it for attention. I think, more likely, it's anxiety. This is non scientific based entirely on Chief, the dog that we had. I think his brain just wouldn't calm down. He destroyed pillows on our porch multiple times, glasses and prescription sunglasses, and I can't think of what else. I did try to walk him a lot to keep him tired, believing in the statement that "a tired dog is a good dog." Ultimately, his downfall was that his anxiety translated into aggression. I still pick up things around the house that have his teeth marks.
We have had a quiet, lovely day here. I don't know if dh regards it as lovely, actually, but it's been so nice for me. I have first round of brisket done and I also processed a lot of basil with a little oil in the food processor. It's lovely to add to sandwiches in the winter, and not as much other stuff as pesto. If I want pesto, I can dress it up, too.