Lexy Has Cait's Back....

My daughter Caitlin has always been convinced, through her heart, that her dog Lexy will live forever. Her veterinarian schooling has reinforced what her head already knew; that Lexy will not live forever. In her heart, yes, and now on her back as well.

Caitlin decided a long time ago that she would have Lexy tattooed on her back, so that she would be with her, literally, forever. So recently, she went to see a local tattoo artist to see his portrait work. She liked what she was, made an appointment, and this past Monday, the tattoo was made.

The exactness of Lexy is almost eerie. The tattoo not only captioned her well, but she has this knack of raising her left eyebrow at us, and the artist even captured that trait! The colors are gorgeous and he, painfully per Cait) was able to really define the colors of a Golden. I have included both the tattoo and a picture of Lexy for your review.

I am fond of tattoos, having one myself, but I am truly in awe that Caitlin now carries with her a lifetime companion, and not only in her heart.

Swinging the Day Away

Luke, our five-year-old Golden, loves to swing on our porch swing. He always has. In fact, so much so, that when the swing is up and it’s a beautiful day, he goes over to it, and through his cries, lets us know he wants up. Of course, when he is done, he cries to get help to get down off of the swing. He’s usually good for a few hours. But what better place is there to take your morning nap?

Of all our dogs, Luke has the most laid back personality. In fact, it’s been said that even when he moves forward, he is in reverse. He hardly barks, never causes much trouble around here, has a gentle soul, and the sweetest disposition. He was known to move bushes around when he was younger, but has since out grown that hobby (thankfully).

Now that summer is here, his days are spent swinging life away. We could all stand to have a few days like that. I know I could. Take time to spend and hour or two on your porch swing...or some place where you can rest, and think.

"I think dogs are the most amazing creatures; they give unconditional love. For me they are the role model for being alive." ~ Gilda Radner

The Kid Turns One

The kid made it to age one! As any mother would ask, “Where did time go?” It seems as if we just brought the little darling (said tongue in cheek) home. The truth is, while he has tested every one of us, every day, he has truly added to our little pack.

Happy Birthday Migo!

Thank you Saint Francis for watching over him. (Lord knows he needs extra watching).