As some of you know, we've been adjusting to a different life around here. We are "making it work" because that's life. I, Mamma Heartbeat, am so VERY thankful that through thick and thin, I always have my dogs and cats.
I swear to you they know I am stressed.
Every night I look forward to our cuddle time. No more unhappiness around here!!
AND to prove that, TODAY, I celebrate and honor my sweet Calhoun on his 5th birthday.
He is my heart dog.
No matter what, he will always be there for me and me for him.
I tried to get some good photos of Calhoun's "parts" but they are blurry because he moves too much!
I took these pictures one night because I was afraid that one day I would forget my favorite parts of Calhoun. I don't ever want to forget any part of him.
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Sweet wrinkly muzzle. Too many grays for my baby. |
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Always with that nose and smile! He rubs his chin raw from chewing bones and stuff! |
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Those big paws that dance when he sees me. Yes he broke a toe once. The vet said there wasn't much to do for him. |
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Those soulful eyes. He's seen so much. |
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My lovebug, Calhoun |
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Therapy Dog work is way too hard for Calhoun. He needs a nap! |
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more napping... |
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Who could resist that wiggle butt? Lucy and Calhoun playing with a puppy-sized McIver (laser beam eyes!). |
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Gratuitous shot of McIver for tha ladiiieesssssss! (ANNA & MORGAN) |
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A McIver puppy shot! Good thing he grew into those ears, huh, ladies?
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