What a wonderful family you are to adopt a stray. I hope you all live happily ever after! When you leave the house, make sure she has a chew toy to keep her busy and if you leave the radio on she won't feel as lonely. Put a dog bed or blanket in her sleeping area or consider getting a crate for her to sleep in. Introduce her to the neighbors so they will think she's cute, not a nuisance, if she barks. Good luck!
Mandi