tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post1377199007758299558..comments2024-03-27T23:00:22.683-04:00Comments on for the love of a house: and then there were two!for the love of a househttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13151787635612708698noreply@blogger.comBlogger320125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-57789762228601275172015-03-24T19:46:59.328-04:002015-03-24T19:46:59.328-04:00I adopted a brown genetically diverse little girl ...I adopted a brown genetically diverse little girl last year. I was not looking because I have two older cocker spaniels and they are not the most welcoming girls but I saw an old friend post on FB a picture of a dog that had been dumped out on a country road. She was so pitiful and had been neglected. I live in Dallas and Lucy (as she is now known) was deserted near Austin. She is about 3 times larger than my other girls and a lot more energetic but they tolerate her. She now thinks she is a cocker spaniel and we are not going to tell her otherwise. I will never buy another dog but only adopt. Lucy is much healthier and stable than cocker spaniels that have had breeding problems over the years. She may not be the most popular with her older sisters but she is the most popular dog at the dog park. She is a joy. <br /> Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-69018614347494526962015-02-11T08:25:35.956-05:002015-02-11T08:25:35.956-05:00I am very far away, crying as I read your story. ...I am very far away, crying as I read your story. Amelia was so lucky. She found love and happiness. No soul must leave this world feeling lonely and sad. The signs desperately called for you to adopt her, she had no time left. God bless you.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-91237641403090335902015-01-16T19:32:16.397-05:002015-01-16T19:32:16.397-05:00Joan, What a lovely story! Thank you SO much for...Joan, What a lovely story! Thank you SO much for spreading the word about very many wonderful animals waiting for a home. Amelia is a very lucky pup! xoxo, BethAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-921272244975534682015-01-07T17:39:45.956-05:002015-01-07T17:39:45.956-05:00All I can say is Bless You and this made me cry. L...All I can say is Bless You and this made me cry. Lucky Lucky Amelia and Ella too. Both of our dogs are rescues. aarondhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16310772192769288190noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-60708975542940915312015-01-06T19:12:35.470-05:002015-01-06T19:12:35.470-05:00Read your story with tears in my eyes...our first ...Read your story with tears in my eyes...our first adoptive dog was also from Texas, Copperas Cove! Amelia is a cutie! I bet you knew all along you wanted her, you didn't need any signs, but when they kept popping up it just made you know even more that this was your dog! Happy Tails! With Love and a wet doggie nose kiss from Maryland! Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-49609841958367491992015-01-03T21:13:42.123-05:002015-01-03T21:13:42.123-05:00Amelia is beautiful and so glad she now has a good...Amelia is beautiful and so glad she now has a good home. Please keep reminding your readers to adopt not shop (great slogan). You will be the Bob Barker of Blogs!michele@Portlandia Vintagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01619326821893086315noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-89647177346585965572015-01-03T17:32:40.318-05:002015-01-03T17:32:40.318-05:00What a wonderful story. I had never been a dog lo...What a wonderful story. I had never been a dog lover due to allergies. You don't love something that makes you wheeze! Well, our son was a junior in high school in Feb. 2013 when my husband had the chance to rescue a 4 month old chihuahua. No discussion, nothing, I came downstairs on a Sun. morning and we had a dog. My husband was determined our son would have a dog before he left for college. Well, it took a couple of weeks, but I fell in love with this dog (and as result - all dogs)! He has kind of given me a natural immunization to dogs in other people's homes as well. I so get the dog love now and sooooo appreciate those who do the kind of rescues like you did. Paco is the love of all our lives!!!cathy @ connecticuthousewifeblog.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08427674894535953695noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-3040366096644559092015-01-02T22:41:39.098-05:002015-01-02T22:41:39.098-05:00So beautiful, Joan. Amelia and your post. Congratu...So beautiful, Joan. Amelia and your post. Congratulations on your new baby!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-85522723623713856962014-12-28T18:53:38.438-05:002014-12-28T18:53:38.438-05:00Oh, I'm in love with your Amelia! I'm sur...Oh, I'm in love with your Amelia! I'm sure she already knows she has it made. So glad that Ella has welcomed her in your home. Our son adopted a rescue -part German Shepard/part Collie. The sweetest boy ever - brown soft eyes that make my heart skip a beat....sigh<br />My son has and still working hard on training him which has not been easy, but he's coming along. At least in this family he is getting all the love and attention he deserves.<br />I can't imagine my life without dogs in it. I feel sad for people that don't know dogs.<br />JeannetteJenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12434028465184764601noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-44365128136104319932014-12-27T12:13:30.196-05:002014-12-27T12:13:30.196-05:00Such a heart warming story!! I am like you asking ...Such a heart warming story!! I am like you asking for signs over and over again!!! I love that the universe responded each and every time!!! I love reading your blog to see what is new in your home and life!!! blessings,Saragoddessof4https://www.blogger.com/profile/07329045486924544092noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-25546071612753651572014-12-21T20:01:45.472-05:002014-12-21T20:01:45.472-05:00Love this!!! She looks like she has some border c...Love this!!! She looks like she has some border collie in her! Our daughter and daughter in law are in the process of adopting their second dog. As soon as he can be neutered, hopefully this week, he will be coming home with them. Best wishes to sweet Amelia, she is one lucky dog!<br /><br />Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!<br /><br />KatLow Tide High Stylehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11494078916477622322noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-49997792023395566012014-12-21T12:48:52.184-05:002014-12-21T12:48:52.184-05:00What a beautiful post! So thrilled for you and yo...What a beautiful post! So thrilled for you and your family that Amelia has found her forever home. All of my pets were rescued! We have two adult dachshunds and two cats that all get along great. Our doxies came from a dachshund rescue and were 5 when we adopted them. I so agree with you to adopt don't shop!! They are wonderful additions to our family. Wishing you a wonderful long life with your adorable dogs!Catherinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06613597746657356054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-50450179854567076642014-12-21T11:40:25.905-05:002014-12-21T11:40:25.905-05:00Hi JD. I replied to your initial comment above ^^...Hi JD. I replied to your initial comment above ^^^^ Thank you!for the love of a househttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13151787635612708698noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-7818234258244060632014-12-21T11:36:59.806-05:002014-12-21T11:36:59.806-05:00What a small world indeed! How fun that you know ...What a small world indeed! How fun that you know Tammy personally. Thank you for volunteering for your local rescue- that is wonderful! I do have Tammy's email from a reply from Smiling Dog Farms in response to some photos I sent them of Amelia! Thank you though. for the love of a househttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13151787635612708698noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-33038156648516668722014-12-21T11:11:46.073-05:002014-12-21T11:11:46.073-05:00Thank you Rick! I must say Amelia does look lovel...Thank you Rick! I must say Amelia does look lovely sitting next to the antique pillows on the living room sofa;) !for the love of a househttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13151787635612708698noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-44115615739812097232014-12-20T15:34:27.150-05:002014-12-20T15:34:27.150-05:00Congratulations on the newest member of your famil...Congratulations on the newest member of your family. We recently adopted a 2-3 yr old dog from a rescue in Arkansas that transported her here to Maryland. She is the best dog in the world. I can't believe how she has just fit right in with my other dog, and 3 rescue cats, not to mention with the kids. Lori T.https://www.blogger.com/profile/06455958732025883000noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-53007624070466776442014-12-19T10:40:15.171-05:002014-12-19T10:40:15.171-05:00My heart is full. Beautiful story.My heart is full. Beautiful story.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-85808348522995051892014-12-18T21:07:57.072-05:002014-12-18T21:07:57.072-05:00I'm in tears....tears of joy for your Amelia. ...I'm in tears....tears of joy for your Amelia. That face....... I can't wait to hear more. We have two dogs....but someday, I want to adopt. Tell us more!!! Happy Holidays!AndeM1https://www.blogger.com/profile/04315193407748614962noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-55722902000922799982014-12-18T17:52:05.823-05:002014-12-18T17:52:05.823-05:00I absolutely loved reading this lovely story! I ap...I absolutely loved reading this lovely story! I appreciate the work it took to get Amelia and to write the post to share with your readers. Such a Merry Christmas you will have with a new little girl in the house. We had two dogs for years and found it to be wonderful. Ella and Amelia are going to have so much fun together. We are pet-less since our beloved golden retriever died in April but it will be a rescue when we are ready to adopt. Cheers and Merry Christmas!Cindy @ a curious gardenerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10303756811551040856noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-33205414836741057952014-12-18T11:09:25.481-05:002014-12-18T11:09:25.481-05:00Hello, I am in Houston and volunteer for a local r...Hello, I am in Houston and volunteer for a local rescue org and we pull from Brazoria County Sheriff's Office all the time-I know the Tammy you speak of well. I sent her this article and she remembers your dog. If you would like her contact, please let me know and I will private message it to you. JDAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-3304977852943642982014-12-17T20:55:52.259-05:002014-12-17T20:55:52.259-05:00What an incredible story! I loved reading it all....What an incredible story! I loved reading it all. The sign for baby Amelia was a kicker! I got your email and started a reply about 10 times but kept getting distracted. I so get it and thanks for giving it some thought! xx I've been so behind with things that I didn't realize the new baby was Amelia. And she's so sweet!! I hope she has a long and blessed life with you and Dan. Enjoy the season, Joan ;-)Carol@6WilsonBlog.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18207359295205754951noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-82386669265934654652014-12-17T17:51:20.320-05:002014-12-17T17:51:20.320-05:00Joan, I absolutely LOVE dear Amelia (& Ella to...Joan, I absolutely LOVE dear Amelia (& Ella too). Thanks for sharing the story of her adoption on your lovely blog. We've got a rescue cat - she's a great girl and we love her dearly. I do wish more people would adopt rescue animals - they have so much love to give and much to teach us about forgiveness and resilience. Wishing you and your family a very Happy Christmas and all good things in 2015. Barb Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-57605098650088968002014-12-17T13:15:27.178-05:002014-12-17T13:15:27.178-05:00That made me cry. Lovely, perfect story.
We adop...That made me cry. Lovely, perfect story.<br /><br />We adopted our two dogs, as well. One as a puppy from a shelter, who turned out to be gravely ill, and the other 3 yrs later. A 3-ish year old German Shepherd who was skin and bones from the city pound. They are now 12 and hold my heart in their paws. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-74826841886213071472014-12-17T01:46:20.990-05:002014-12-17T01:46:20.990-05:00God bless you for giving this little girl a good h...God bless you for giving this little girl a good home. She will repay you a 1000 fold with love and devotion. I wish you many happy, healthy years with her. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-49453880673721358312014-12-16T16:22:52.826-05:002014-12-16T16:22:52.826-05:00what a beautiful story!! both she and you are so b...what a beautiful story!! both she and you are so blessed to have found each other! it was truly meant to be.pixelimpresshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10498758163527892104noreply@blogger.com