history: I used to have my dog in his crate when I left for work.  Lately I have been letting him more and more into the house when I've been gone. I used to have my dog in his crate when I left for work.  Lately I have been letting him out more and more in the house when I've been gone. That's good. How is it going?
current: It's going well!  So far no accidents and he doesnt appear to have ruined anything.
next: That's great news! It sounds like he is enjoying his new freedom, and was ready for it. 