Sonya sent me an email with pictures and said that Louise and Sofie are doing fine staying in her care and with all their friends.
They seem to be having a relaxing time while I toil away in China working. Ahhh, it is a dog’s life for sure.
They all went on a walk in the woods which must have been fun.
Sonya said that Sofie has been busy each night protecting them from foxes (or possums or raccoons or something — that they can’t see) and from deer.
They have a foster, Dee Dee, in the red harness next to Louise in the bottom picture, that actually whines even more than Sofie!
Dee Dee really likes Sofie, Sonya said. She thinks it’s because Dee Dee used to live with a blonde Cairn terrier that Sonya just placed in a new home a few days after they come in to rescue.
That is Louise in the middle of the dalmatian pack. The back row is Oreo, Millie & Jolene. In front of Jolene is another black dog, Spunky and Sofie is under the chair on the right.
This sure made me smile a million miles away – Thanks Sonya for taking good care of my puppies.
Just another DogDaz morning at the zoo in China ❤
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Whenever I travel – wherever I go – I always take Ears with me. Ears is one of the first things V gave me when we met. Maybe he was won at a carnival, but I really don’t remember. Ears comes with me, even if I am only going on an overnight. You see, I always have a dog with me, no matter where I am in the world. (When at home, Ears lives on my night stand next to the bed.)
Ears has been in more countries and states than most people, I guess. I never thought to make him a passport, but if I did, I guess it would look a lot like mine (except no one asks him for his visa) and I think he was born in China, not the USA. – BOL
Somehow the cat’s toy turtle (which is actually one of Sofie’s favorites too) found it’s way into my suitcase on this trip. (Did I ever tell you about the time I got to Switzerland and was unpacking my clothes to find a dog biscuit among my underclothes, Hahahaha. Truly, Nikki, my dog of the time, dropped it in while I was packing at home. To this day (about 20 years later) – I still carry that petrified Milkbone in my bag.)
I have this tradition of leaving cards for V when I travel. Years ago, when I traveled less, I used to leave a card for everyday. Now, especially with a 6 week trips, I leave one for every week . The cards are numbered and dated with instructions when to open (not that I am there to know). I plan the cards between humor and missing you and lovey-dovey, to try and keep the momentum going. There is always usually one from V in my suitcase (hiding in some pocket). This trip, I guess because it is sooooo long, even K8 made me a wonderful card. She is such a good artist and makes really nice cards. Having stuff from home makes living in a hotel room a little easier.
And, I always have my dog, Ears (who is such a good listener).
Just another DogDaz morning at the zoo in China ❤
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Dear Blog Friends –
DogDaz is coming up to our 2 year blogaversay in November and we are lucky to be blessed with a wonderful following of loyal readers and interactive commenters.
We absolutely positively want you to know, that it is Y – O – U that makes this blog what it is.
Today and everyday, we are Thankful for YOU!
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Mom is going to work far, far away from home for awhile, so the usual blog hops and weekly rants will be down to one amazing, interesting, funny, or silly picture per day.
Though we are going to miss her, we dogs get to go on a vacation to Sonja’s until Mom returns. The poor kitties have to stay home with boring V (bet they feel like losers – BOL.)
Thank you all so much for being our fans and please do keep coming around to check out the daily DogDaz Zoo post. We will check into your blogs when we return.
Thank YOU – Thank YOU – Thank YOU
See you soon!
With love , licks and laughter –
Louise (Lulu Belle) – Sofie Bear – Noel, the Christmas Cat – Nine – Stella – and Mom
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Sofie Bear
October 2013
I could not tell if this was her ‘ain’t I cute?’ look or ‘why are you putting your coat on and not taking me?’ look (but usually there is barking with that one.)
Enjoy your Sunday.
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Just another DogDaz morning at the zoo ❤
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As the winds from Hurricane Karen swing back into the Mid-Atlantic, we are saying good-bye to the unusually hot Fall, and hello to more seasonable October weather (cold and wet). We have been very thankful for the added warmth that has allowed us to run around the river for a longer time and I am sure that the boating people were happy for extra days at sea. But now, with the dark mornings and the shorter days, it seems only right that the leaves actually fall to the ground, and that the earth begin her closure toward the cold months. I am a Fall person. It has always been a time of introspection, of pulling in, of preparing for the long dark time, after harvest. I love the colors, and the sound of the wind, and the cooler nights. I can’t say that I like the darker days, but they do allow for warm fires in the fireplace and soup and hot tea. Thank you, Great Spirit, for all the wonders of the universe that we are able to enjoy, every day. And, thank you for Fall.
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I’m also thankful that Louise is healing well and that Sofie is staying out of the rose bushes.
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Obviously, intent on something moving on the deck, Louise and Sofie are statues at the door. The sisters are always plotting the demise of a slow squirrel, or the overthrow of a flock of ducks. Sadly, they must wait and wait and wait, for the human, who may, or may not, feel like giving them their freedom to pounce on the unsuspecting wildlife. No dog door for these marauders. Mom thinks they just have to deal with waiting until she is ready. Ah, the control of the human with opposing thumbs. Happy Sunday. Hope it is a fun day.
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Finally got a fall shot of the Sofie Bear.
Happy Sunday!
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Sofie, its your turn to watch for the fox.
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If only I could love my life as much as Sofie loves hers. Those smiles just make my day.
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