Comments on: Slice of Life, Weekly Challenge: Chapter 9

By: Jo Hawke

Jo Hawke — Sat, 31 May 2008 14:15:35 +0000

Yes, I’ve never really liked the idea of tying up or fencing in an animal. Maybe that’s because I spent my formative years on a 100-acre farm, but I’ve lived in the city for the past twenty years and had grown used to it, I suppose.

The move was tedious, to say the least. We survived it, though I still feel as though I’m recovering from it. :O Thanks for asking.

By: dogtrax

dogtrax — Wed, 28 May 2008 21:50:12 +0000

Wow, Jo, sorry about that. That is a sad story and one to keep in mind when you mix dogs and kids (we certainly have that in mind as we consider someday getting another dog).
The country and the ability to run is a good setting for a dog, I’d say.

How was the move?

Kevin

By: Jo Hawke

Jo Hawke — Wed, 28 May 2008 21:33:49 +0000

I’ve always loved both German Shepherds and Huskies, so I’d be willing to bet a mix would be awesome. I know you miss her.

Our dog had to be put down a few years ago when he flipped out and tried to attack our son, who was about 18 months then (he’s almost four now). My husband tried to calm him down and ended up with a severely torn-up hand. His name was Killer, ironically, but he was very sweet until that point. He was about three pounds, a miniature Chihuahua, and the first little dog I ever liked.

Maybe now that we’ve moved to the country, we can find another dog…

By: soulcradler

soulcradler — Wed, 28 May 2008 21:16:58 +0000

Lol, “visiting” Bella: kind of dimwitted”. We love our own dogs best in the end! Both Bellas look lovely. Now, I must go back to considering the addition of a third whippet to our pack.

By: GirlGriot

GirlGriot — Wed, 28 May 2008 03:50:50 +0000

Both Bellas look adorable and adoring … but I have to say, there’s something in the original Bella’s eyes that win my heart. You can just see what a lovely dog she was. I love Bernese Mountain dogs, though. They are so … what I like to call ‘galumphy’ all the time. Very nice. They remind me a little of the New Foundland we had when I was a teenager. Great compare/contrast!
–Stacie

By: debrennersmith

debrennersmith — Tue, 27 May 2008 16:49:30 +0000

This is charming. My kids would love to have visiting Quincy and Shelby dogs now that their pets have passed away. I dare not share you idea with them. This is delightful.

By: blk1

blk1 — Tue, 27 May 2008 14:39:05 +0000

So when do you get an heir to Bella? I was sure this would be your new dog, Bella 2. But knowing you, a new member in the family would be a perfect opportunity to collectively select a new name…a name challenge.
Bonnie

By: Nancy Cavillones

Nancy Cavillones — Tue, 27 May 2008 11:56:33 +0000

Great comparison. I love your descriptions of the visiting Bella, and the image of her always being underfoot.