Imelda May: Black TearsSince our marriage began in 1987, we have always had one (or many) four-legged canine and / or feline babies. The ride to Summerhill was the first step in returning the light and laughter to our home. Meeting Andy online in no way prepared us to meet him in the flesh and fur. I fell instantly in love with this gawky and huggy bundle of black fur--another Labrador Retriever with a personality like none other before him. I believe Andy adopted me as his Momma when he leapt into my arms with total trust as we began the long drive home, including a stop for a burger and some water. He cuddled contentedly in my lap with a full belly, seeming to instantly enjoy music, or could that be my imagination? In any event, I am reminded of a song that feels right to share right about now. Olivia Newton John: I Honestly Love You
Yes, she’s also a Black Labrador Retriever, and both have completely different personalities and dispositions. Thanksgiving was joyful in that (as if by a stroke of divinity) Andy and Zoey shifted from growling enemies to playful and protective brother and sister. Andy is frisky and wiry, truly a ball of loving energy. He has an endearing habit of swinging around Zoey several times in the yard, as if beckoning her to come back inside. Although years younger, in his mind, he will forever be Zoey’s big brother. Our home feels like our home again,, including paw prints and evidence of less wear-more tear from this energetic brother-sister act. The Swiffer Company has a furr-ever customer in me. Today, this 15th of March, I am sending Happy 3rd Birthday wishes to both our boy, Andy, and his daddy, who is reported to have been born in 19-none of your business... 😉 Gentlemen, this song goes out to both of you... The Beatles: Birthday SongShoutOutsUntil next week, sending you smiles, hugs and birthday cake,
mar
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Mike
3/15/2017 10:41:35 am
Hi mar - It sounds like those two canines give you plenty of smiles and even some cleaning chores. I enjoyed this humorous piece of the adventures of Andy and Zoey.
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Barbara Jones
3/16/2017 02:54:19 pm
Such a special posting. I never thought I could get over the sudden loss of Nina, but Wrigley is such a lovable guy that I feel I have done a lot of healing. He is nothing like Nina, yet my response to him is the same. He loves life and adventures like crossing Stenton Avenue dragging his leash. I feared the worst, but after my husband and I had searched for him without success I found a young man whom I had never seen before standing on my front porch holding Wrigley- AKA escape artist.
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Dear Barbara, Their ability to adjust to new situations is truly amazing and enviable. It is so rewarding to know that Andy has a friend and loving companion of his own species. They truly need company and seem to enjoy having one of their own around, particularly in times when their Moms and Dads can't be there. I'm so glad that Zoey joined your entourage and has found a new and loving family. What a lucky pup!
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Hahaha for that 19-none of your business. I must remember the phrase.
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Dear Maria,
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Karen
3/15/2017 05:39:15 pm
Happy Birthday Geoff and Andy!!!
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Gail Sobotkin
3/15/2017 09:25:44 pm
Happy Birthday to Geoff and Andy. So hard to believe it's been 3 years since Andy brightened your lives. It warms my heart to hear how well he's adjusted to Zoey and how close he is to his Daddy, too. Love and Hugs to All,
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Vicki
3/16/2017 09:54:32 pm
Hi Dear Mareer,
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3/18/2017 12:32:29 pm
Prof. Mahreer,
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I had a flash of insight from your comment, dear Ange.
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3/19/2017 02:57:02 pm
Mar,
Kimmie
3/18/2017 02:36:22 pm
Oh what a beautiful home filled with lots of love. How very blessed Andy and Zoey are to have you and Geoff as parents. I know they bring you lots of joy
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Shauna
4/14/2017 02:37:47 pm
What a beautiful post, Mar! Your home is once again complete where love abounds. Happy belated Birthday to your fellow Pisces (I'm one, too). I love that Geoff was born in 19 none-of-your-business!
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