Friday, March 11, 2011
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
How Much is that Doggie in the Window? (Arf Arf!)
My parents purchased our house when I was six. So, twenty years ago.
I'm pretty sure the blinds in my bedroom are still the same ones that were there when we first moved in.
But - in spite of being old - no complaints! I mean, they lasted all these years.
Until now.
What the...?
That's so random! How did that even happen? What could have-
Oh.
Time for another trip to Home Depot.
I'm pretty sure the blinds in my bedroom are still the same ones that were there when we first moved in.
But - in spite of being old - no complaints! I mean, they lasted all these years.
Until now.
What the...?
That's so random! How did that even happen? What could have-
Oh.
Time for another trip to Home Depot.
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
Garden City Shopping
Laid back weekends are my favorite ones. And ones that maintain a temperature above -5 are pretty awesome as well. This past one was a perfect combination of the two.
To celebrate, Tessie and I went down to the pride of Cranston, Garden City. I wanted to shop, she wanted to walk. And - surprisingly - we were both able to get what we wanted!
As usual, Tessie was all business and wasted no time in letting all other dogs know that this area - which includes everything the light touches - now belonged to her.
Now, a little side geekery (what, having a blog about my dog isn't geeky enough?), one thing you must know is that I love candles. And during a holiday shopping spree, a girlfriend and I discovered that the three-wick candles from Bath & Body Works rival Yankee Candles. They smell amazing and burn forever. And when they have a sale, they have a SALE. Two for $20!
I tell you this because I know it is mainly - if not only - my friends and family who read this blog. And I know you ladies love candles too. So go, Bath & Body Works is having a sale!!!
Anyways, a big shout out to the ladies from the Garden City location. They smiled through the window at Tessie, and when I asked "is it ok for me to bring her in if I carry here?" the gave me a huge smile and said "absolutely!" There was no one in there except Tessie and I, and we spent a good twenty minutes chatting with the dog loving employees there - who all, of course, ooh'ed and aah'ed over my Tessums - while I shopped. It was fabulous.
After a quick walk around the plaza, I reached my mecca: Anthropologie. Brand new! It just opened last week! And I still haven't been in! I tried my luck, asking the door greeter if I could carry my dog in just for a quick peek and the new store and....he said yes! In fact, one of the girls on the floor (while discussing Tessie's cuteness) said "we've had much bigger dogs in here!"
And I spent lots-o-money. So Anthropologie and I both won.
And Tessie was so well behaved! It was like having a heavy (or, heavier than usual) purse. She cuddled up in my arms, resting her head on my shoulder and just looking around. One woman sifted through the sales for a good few minutes before exclaiming "Oh my gosh you have a dog! She's so good! I didn't even notice her!"
And here I inject my evergoing argument that well behaved dogs should be allowed in more public places. Honestly, here's the perfect example! Tessie didn't make a peep, was completely friendly to everyone she encountered, made it possible for me to retail fix for the night, was able to get out of her crate, and the store was able to make money. Everyone won! Why is this not a more normal thing?
Anyways....pictures.
Tessie now understands my obsession with Anthro. Here she is looking longingly at the store...
The desire in here eyes is one I am all too familiar with.
And for funsies, here's a blurry shot of the new store. My new second home!
Our next stop was the walk-up window at Newport Creamery, where we got strawberry Awful-Awfuls (for you non-Rhode Islanders, that's a shake - stands for "Awful Big, Awful Good!" Yep, that's how we roll...)
Tessie was a fan.
After another lap around we just hung out around the gazebo. Tessie absolutely loved it.
She fiercely guarded her newly acquired territory from passers by....well, ok, "fiercely guarded" = "watched them go by." But still!
I have yet to get a good picture by using the timer. Le sigh.
By the end of the night, I had an exhausted puppy. Considering we had already gone for a two mile walk that morning, I'd say she had a pretty awesome day.
To celebrate, Tessie and I went down to the pride of Cranston, Garden City. I wanted to shop, she wanted to walk. And - surprisingly - we were both able to get what we wanted!
As usual, Tessie was all business and wasted no time in letting all other dogs know that this area - which includes everything the light touches - now belonged to her.
Now, a little side geekery (what, having a blog about my dog isn't geeky enough?), one thing you must know is that I love candles. And during a holiday shopping spree, a girlfriend and I discovered that the three-wick candles from Bath & Body Works rival Yankee Candles. They smell amazing and burn forever. And when they have a sale, they have a SALE. Two for $20!
I tell you this because I know it is mainly - if not only - my friends and family who read this blog. And I know you ladies love candles too. So go, Bath & Body Works is having a sale!!!Anyways, a big shout out to the ladies from the Garden City location. They smiled through the window at Tessie, and when I asked "is it ok for me to bring her in if I carry here?" the gave me a huge smile and said "absolutely!" There was no one in there except Tessie and I, and we spent a good twenty minutes chatting with the dog loving employees there - who all, of course, ooh'ed and aah'ed over my Tessums - while I shopped. It was fabulous.
After a quick walk around the plaza, I reached my mecca: Anthropologie. Brand new! It just opened last week! And I still haven't been in! I tried my luck, asking the door greeter if I could carry my dog in just for a quick peek and the new store and....he said yes! In fact, one of the girls on the floor (while discussing Tessie's cuteness) said "we've had much bigger dogs in here!"
And I spent lots-o-money. So Anthropologie and I both won.
And Tessie was so well behaved! It was like having a heavy (or, heavier than usual) purse. She cuddled up in my arms, resting her head on my shoulder and just looking around. One woman sifted through the sales for a good few minutes before exclaiming "Oh my gosh you have a dog! She's so good! I didn't even notice her!"
And here I inject my evergoing argument that well behaved dogs should be allowed in more public places. Honestly, here's the perfect example! Tessie didn't make a peep, was completely friendly to everyone she encountered, made it possible for me to retail fix for the night, was able to get out of her crate, and the store was able to make money. Everyone won! Why is this not a more normal thing?
Anyways....pictures.
Tessie now understands my obsession with Anthro. Here she is looking longingly at the store...
The desire in here eyes is one I am all too familiar with.
And for funsies, here's a blurry shot of the new store. My new second home!
Our next stop was the walk-up window at Newport Creamery, where we got strawberry Awful-Awfuls (for you non-Rhode Islanders, that's a shake - stands for "Awful Big, Awful Good!" Yep, that's how we roll...)
Tessie was a fan.
After another lap around we just hung out around the gazebo. Tessie absolutely loved it.
She fiercely guarded her newly acquired territory from passers by....well, ok, "fiercely guarded" = "watched them go by." But still!
I have yet to get a good picture by using the timer. Le sigh.
Monday, March 7, 2011
Happy Birthday to Me...
26.
I'm 26.
I know it's not actually OLD, but I feel old. Espicially when my mom keeps reminding me "when I was your age I already had a baby!"
Well, so do I.
She totally counts.
Anyways, my fabulous friends joined in fabulous celebrations and fabulous nights out in celebration of my 26 fabulous years! It was...fabulous!
One of my FAVORITE elements of fabulousity was the cake my friend Ali made:
Tessie was a fan too.
I even had some assistance blowing out the candles....!
I'm 26.
I know it's not actually OLD, but I feel old. Espicially when my mom keeps reminding me "when I was your age I already had a baby!"
Well, so do I.
She totally counts.
Anyways, my fabulous friends joined in fabulous celebrations and fabulous nights out in celebration of my 26 fabulous years! It was...fabulous!
One of my FAVORITE elements of fabulousity was the cake my friend Ali made:
Tessie was a fan too.
I even had some assistance blowing out the candles....!
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
Puppy Love in Disney
On top of being a dog lover, I'm also a huge Disney geek. The Disney Parks Blog just posted some pictures from Epcot's Flower & Garden Festival! This year, Italy has my favorite topiary:
(click to enlarge)
So cute!
(click to enlarge)So cute!
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
In Memory
In Memory of Shiloh Sweetpea O'Malley
1994 - February 23, 2011
1994 - February 23, 2011
"Little dogs leave big paw prints on our hearts"
We miss you, Shiloh. And will love you always.
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
Sick as a Dog
It has been confirmed. I had the flu. What a fantastic way to spend a weekend.
But, if there is a silver lining, it was that my appreciation for Tessie deepened when she took on "Nurse Tessie" mode. For two days I could not get out of bed (or off the couch, rather) and she did not leave me for a second. She had physical contact with me at all times - whether she was sleeping next to or on top of me, she would not budge.
Here's an incredibly unflattering picture (thanks mom...) of photographic evidence:
Don't I look dead? Doesn't Tessie look worried? Isn't that KIND of amazingly adorable?
When she ate - which she didn't do that much - she would bring her puppy food from the kitchen into the living room by the mouthful, drop it on the floor next to me, and happily chew away while keeping an eye on me. When her Grandma tried to pick her up and hold her on the couch across the living room, Tessie broke free and returned to her perch.
Nurse Tessie is an amazing caregiver.
When I finally got up, Tessie was at my heels, biting at the leg of my fleece pants with excitement. The moment I showed signs of feeling better she expressed so much joy and relief that she immediately returned to her usual self.
Such an amazing dog.
But, if there is a silver lining, it was that my appreciation for Tessie deepened when she took on "Nurse Tessie" mode. For two days I could not get out of bed (or off the couch, rather) and she did not leave me for a second. She had physical contact with me at all times - whether she was sleeping next to or on top of me, she would not budge.
Here's an incredibly unflattering picture (thanks mom...) of photographic evidence:
Don't I look dead? Doesn't Tessie look worried? Isn't that KIND of amazingly adorable?
When she ate - which she didn't do that much - she would bring her puppy food from the kitchen into the living room by the mouthful, drop it on the floor next to me, and happily chew away while keeping an eye on me. When her Grandma tried to pick her up and hold her on the couch across the living room, Tessie broke free and returned to her perch.
Nurse Tessie is an amazing caregiver.
When I finally got up, Tessie was at my heels, biting at the leg of my fleece pants with excitement. The moment I showed signs of feeling better she expressed so much joy and relief that she immediately returned to her usual self.
Such an amazing dog.
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