Christmas Party Girl

Bunny here at the keyboard sharing a few things I haven't had time to so far.

We might have mentioned that December is a pretty busy month for us.  I got to go to not one, but two parties this month and I wanted to share a little bit about that.  Sometimes it pays to be a cute and popular little hound.

One of them was at the nursing home we visit.  It was our last visit for the month and they had requested that we visit the assisted living facility part last since they were having a Christmas concert, so we went over to the Alzheimer's wing first and worked our way back.  I dressed up in my fancy collar, coat and had my toenails painted Fire Hydrant Red.  I have to say that I did look very festive.  Anyroo, I headed over to the assisted living building with my friends and they were having a reception after the concert. 

We were staying in the front room, so as not to bother all the party goers who might not want to see us.  It's hard to imagine that anyone wouldn't want to see us, but I saw the Grinch Who Stole Christmas, so anything is possible.  Well, the director lady came out and invited us to go into the reception.  She said the people would love us, but we still didn't want to start a riot or anything, since we tend to be like rock stars there, and we quietly socialized with the people in the front.  The next thing we knew, the lady was bringing the punch bowl out to the front room and all these people were following.  That punch bowl had the most delicious-looking pink punch I have ever laid eyes on.  I admit it, I was mesmerized by it.  The woman came over and handed Mom a glass of the punch.  Some of the people were noticing that I was interested in that punch, so when Mom got almost done with hers, she let me have some.  That really got the party started.  The next thing I knew, everyone was taking pictures of me drinking out of the glass and fussing over me.  The woman even asked Mom if I wanted a refill.  I said yes, but Mom declined and said we had more visiting to do. 

After we got all done visiting, we got presents from the ladies who organize our visiting group, which is called Paw to Paw.  We got some different treats and a toy each, and Blueberry and I got a notepad with our names on it and Morgan got one with her name on it, and they even have pictures of a Greyhound and German Shepherd on them.  We are really excited and impressed by these.  Now people will really know that the notes came from us.

My second party was at Mom's last day of school.  My number one fan sent me a message on Facebook and asked if I was going to be visiting at school any before Christmas.  When I found out that the last day before break was her last day of school there ever, I begged Mom to let me go.  She said I could come on the last day, which was a fun day.  I told Miss Mikayla that I'd be there and even wore my pink Winter collar for her because pink is what she asked me to wear.  I took her one of my special Christmas cards and gave her my last trading card, too.  She brought me some pink treats that look like little cupcakes, too.  I will really miss seeing her at school, but I hope she does great at her new school!

I also helped the kids in Mom's class deliver Christmas presents to people in the building who help them, like the librarian and the lunch ladies.  We made newspaper snowballs for a snowball fight and I went to music class with them.  That part was great!  They sang with jingle bells and I loved that part.  The songs sounded really festive.

All these parties have been so much fun.  I think I was born to be a socialite.  I've tried to convince Mom and Dad that we need to attend more parties, or have one at our house, but they say they are partied out.  I'll come up with a plan after I take a nap and catch up on my sleep after all the excitement of the holidays!

Christmas Finally Got Here

Bunny here at the keyboard, finally, getting to share a little about our Christmas.

Mom and Dad were really busy this month, and Christmas Eve there were gone for about forever and Dad came home with gloves that smelled absolutely fascinating.  We were hoping that meant we were getting something really interesting on Christmas morning, but nothing that smelled like those gloves appeared.  We did notice Christmas morning that our stockings were looking different than they had the night before.

It turns out that we were good hounds this year -- even Lilac.  That was a huge relief!  We all had good stuff in our stockings.  I even got a tiny hedgeamahog, because Morgan ate my Christmas one from last year.  We got to spend some time with Mom and Dad in the morning and they didn't even get home too late that night.

I think Christmas ought to come around more often than once a year.  Everybody seems to feel generous and happy.  Plus, lots of things go on sale!  I think we could all use a little more Christmas throughout the year. 

Good Tidings To All

We'd just like to take a moment to wish everyone who reads our blog a Merry Christmas, God Jul, Feliz Navidad, Happy Channukah or good tidings for whatever you choose to celebrate at this time of year.  Hopefully, you'll get something you wished for today and be able to enjoy time with family and friends.  No matter what I find wrapped up under the Christmas tree today, I have already been blessed with the best presents of all.  Those would be the wonderful Mr. Taleteller, who understands my insanity and is probably the only person in the world who could live with me, and four furry bodies who also humor me in my craziness every day.  The best part is that they keep giving every day of the year!

Wherever you are and whoever you're with, know that if you share our everyday lives with us that we are thankful for you and that we wish you the best, not just today, but every day.    Enjoy the spirit of the season and peace be with you.

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Letters to Santa -- Bunny

I know that Bunny is a little hound with big dreams, but I really had no idea how big her dreams had gotten.  Here's her letter, the last of the ones for Santa.  I wonder if he'll send a reply.

Dear Santa,

Bunny here, writing you a letter with a few thoughts I've had.

I know most hounds and humans write you letters with things that they want, and I do have a list that I'll get to in a little bit.  First, though, I have an idea that I think merits your attention.  I hope you'll consider my suggestions.

You see, I've noticed that you fly around the world being pulled by eight reindeer.  There is no way that a reindeer is as fast as a Greyhound.  If you had Greyhounds to pull your sleigh, you'd get done a lot faster, and then we could all go back to the North Pole and take a long winter's nap.  We could wear festive coats with lights flashing on them and even boots so that no one would hear us when we land on the roofs of the houses we visit.  Nobody would be woken up by the pawing and prancing of each little hoof, because we'd all curl up quietly and rest while you were down in the houses distributing the toys.  We also eat a lot less than reindeer, so we'd be more cost efficient.  I think you'd also have to agree that we're a lot sweeter and nicer than reindeer, too.  I mean, which one would you rather curl up with by the fire after all the Christmas work is over?  I think you have to agree that we're much more suited to the job.  Blueberry and I are willing to do the job, and I'm sure that we can find six more friends who are willing to help out!  Just let us know if you're interested.

As for my list, I mostly hope that each of my sisters and Mom and Dad get what they want.  They've been good all year -- well, except for Lilac, but she's old and she needs some breaks.  Don't hold those things she does against her, please.  I'd like a couple of new Tummy Warmers, some dog bakery treats, some pink sparkly things, and a winning lottery ticket.  That way I could hire Mom as my personal assistant and she could stay home with me all day.  I think that would be the best present ever!

Love,

Bunny

P.S.  Don't worry about Morgan biting you when you get here.  We talked and I've got it all worked out.  As long as she gets to sniff you first, it's all good!

Letters to Santa -- Lilac

I'm guessing that most of you know by now that I found some letters the girls wrote to Santa.  I decided to post them this week since we've been extremely busy with five family Christmas parties, shopping, several birthdays and work.  I wonder if Santa is amused.

Dear Santa,

I'm not going to lie to you. I've been bad this year.  When you get as old as I am, you learn to take liberties.  I poop on the floor if I feel like it, bark to wake the humans up in the middle of the night if I feel restless so they can join me, steal food if I can and teach Morgan as many of my habits as I can.  Let's face it, somebody has to keep the tradition alive when I'm gone, and it won't be those goody two shoes Bunny and Blueberry!

A note to Santa from Bunny -- Please remember that Lilac is very old!  She's a little senile, I'm afraid.  Please don't let her attitude reflect on the rest of us here, I beg you!  Blueberry, Morgan and I are good girls!

Anyhow, Santa, I think I ought to get credit just for being alive at this point, and for letting Mom and Dad get a few hours sleep every night.  I'd really like a new coat that covers my behind and for you to explain to Mom and Dad that I need a Potty Patch.  It's too darned cold for me to be going outside to take care of business!  I'd also like an assortment of treats, an elevator for the back steps and a new Mother Bunny bunny or tribble, and a dias with some handsome young men to carry me around.  Please deliver these when you bring the other presents on Christmas Eve!

Sincerely,

Lilac

Dear Santa,

Please don't let the rest of us die of embarrassment!  I don't know where she gets her crazy ideas.  I swear that we're good girls!

Bunny

Wordless Wednesday 12/22 -- It's Getting Closer

Letters to Santa -- Morgan

I mentioned yesterday that I'd found the girls' letters to Santa and thought I'd share them.  I suspect that Bunny added a few notes here and there as she took most of the dictation.  I guess I should just be glad that she's not teaching everyone to type.

Dear Santa,

It's me Morgan.  I hope you remember me.  I lived in a different place last year, and now I have a new home.  I promise that I have been very good in both places.  I've tried my best, anyway.  My new family needs a lot of protecting, and I am the Shepherd for the job.  I promise not to bite you, especially after Bunny and I had a little chat about how you bring presents and treats.  Since I don't want her to be disappointed, I promised to let you in.

As for things I want, well, I'd like some things that help make my job as family protector a bit easier.  I need some personal body alarms to keep on Mom and Dad at all times, and batteries that will keep them running safely.  If you could send some that lock on around their ankles and can't be removed for any reason, that would be helpful, too!  I also need a bubble wrap suit for Bunny.  She runs so fast at the dog park that I can't keep up with her, and it would help keep other dogs from jumping on her in those few seconds that I can't catch up to her.  I try to keep those other dogs at bay, but you know, they just don't respect the fact that Bunny is royalty and other dogs can't just be jumping around on her.  I need a Wolf Pack for Blueberry so she can go hiking with us next Spring and I can keep an eye on her and not lose her on the trails.  Also, I carry the GPS in my pack on our hikes, but I am thinking I might sneak it  into Blue's pack when she's not looking and then I could keep track of her if I need to.  As far as Lilac goes, please, please, get her a new fan in case the other one dies and that Potty Patch.  I hold my breath every time she goes down those back steps.  Hmmm...  On second thought, you better send me two bubble wrap suits.

I'd like to assure you that I have been a good girl all year, even though things didn't work out at my last home.  I've tried my very best!  Just between you and me, I already got my best present back in June when I found my new home.  It's the perfect place for me and I love my new job protecting and loving all of them!  Thank you, Santa!  You knew just what I needed.

Love,
Morgan

P.S.  Santa, Morgan really wants some toys, a few chewy things and some dog treats from the bakery!  She won't say that, but I know she wants some.  Oh, and just between you and me, she needs a red Tummy Warmer.  It's not for all the time, but if we go out on some Winter adventures, well, she needs to stay warm out there on the trails!

Bunny

Letters to Santa -- Blueberry

It seems that while Mr. Taleteller and I were busy with two big family Christmas parties this weekend that the girls decided to write letters to Santa.  I'm guessing that Bunny took dictation from a few of them.  When I found the letters, I thought it would be fun to share them.  So, today we start off with Blueberry's letter to Santa.

Dear Santa,

I have had a pretty good year, until last month.  Having surgery on your head and finding out you have cancer can sure change your perspective.  Things that seemed really important before aren't as important as I thought they were.  So, while I've been reflecting, here is what I would like for Christmas this year.

Lilac really doesn't like going outside to go to the bathroom these days, and she's driving Mom and Dad a bit crazy about it.  Do you think you could bring her one of those Potty Patches?  Or perhaps convince Dad to let her wear boots outside whenever she goes?  They have to be boots that are easy to get on really fast, though, since she doesn't have a lot of warning when things are locked and loaded in the pooper hole, if you know what I mean. 

Morgan needs a vacation from watching the windows for invaders.  She works so hard to protect us, but it must wear her out.  I know watching her run around wears me out!  Whew!   Between you and me, I guess I'm not as young as I used to be.

Bunny will be happy with anything you bring her.  Just please don't forget her.  I'll never hear the end of it if you do!  She'll worry herself near to death if she thinks there's someone in the world who doesn't like her.  Make sure whatever you get is sparkly, girly and pink!

As for me, I'd just like you to arrange it so Mom and Dad have more time to take me places and choose to take me on those fun outings they go on with Bunny and Morgan.  I know I said I wasn't as young as I used to be, but I'm not dead yet!  I like to go, and I am always well behaved.  I'd also like an extra Tummy Warmer, so I could put the one I got in the wash and still be warm in the house.  It feels like the North Pole here, so you can imagine that I need to stay warm!

Thank you,
Blueberry

P.S.  Santa, Blueberry won't say so, but she'd really like some stuffies, gourmet dog treats and a snowflake ID tag, too!  

Bunny

Wishing And Hoping

Bunny here at the keyboard, writing about what's on my Christmas list.

Last weekend, we were at Petsmart when I saw an item that I thought would make a great Christmas present.  I might add that it has been so cold that you have to keep moving while your taking care of certain private business or you'll find yourself frozen to the ground by a yellow icicle.  Seriously, it's just too darned cold!  Mom says that this is just the beginning since Winter hasn't officially even started yet and we have several more months of this weather.  Anyroo, this brings my back to the first item on my list.

Was the man who invented this a genius or what?  Lilac says she wants one, too, and that she's not wasting her time on Santa.  She's just going to bark at Mom and Dad until they get her one.  I'm not sure I am willing to interrupt my nap schedule to bark at them nonstop, so I'll leave that to Lilac.

It seems to me that this is only fair.  It's not like Mom or Dad is out there facing the indignity of frostbite on their well-muscled little butts.  Oh no!  They send us sweet, innocent little hounds out there to face the elements.  After that fake Santa incident, I think I've been a good enough girl that I should get this one thing that I'm asking for.

So, what's on your Christmas list?

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Wordless Wednesday 12/15 -- Seeing Christmas Red

We're Ready

Bunny here at the keyboard with a quick message.

I do believe that we are now ready for Christmas.  The tree is all set up and decorated.  We have snow.  It's cold outside. 

Our stockings are even hung on the bookshelf with care.  We'd hang them on the mantle, but we don't have one.  Santa didn't seem to have any trouble with the arrangement last year, so I think that will be okay.

We've been good this year.  I don't think there should be any doubts about that.  Not that an innocent little hound doesn't worry just a bit, but I'm pretty sure that we'll be on the nice list.

Still, one thing troubles me.  Morgan is always on the alert for intruders.  I am afraid that none of us will get presents if she bites Santa.  Worse yet, I fear that we'll be permanently put on the naughty list if something like that happens. 

So, I've devised a plan.  Santa is supposed to be at the dog bakery today.  No doubt he's there shopping for stocking stuffers for all of us!   Sorry, I got distracted.  Anyroo, I'm thinking if we go to the dog bakery and Morgan meets Santa, she'll see that he's an okay guy and let him in to deliver our presents on Christmas Eve.  I'll let you all know how the meeting went next week!

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