What were we doing?
Photographs like these pop up in our displays all the time and they stir many memories.
Just before Christmas in 2009, we were delighting in our baby black Labrador puppy, Gus. He adored Frodo, my Velcro dog and spent as much time as he could tucked up with him or following him around. Frodo was an awkward dog with anyone he didn’t know, including other dogs, but was as gentle as could be with all the young ones in our family, whether two or four-legged. He was a faithful, loyal companion. He had many health problems, but he taught us so much. There are a number of blog posts about his life.
Gus grew into a very handsome boy, much admired by those who met him. He was a kind, sensitive dog, always anxious to please. He lived with enough dogs in the family that he never felt the need to meet and greet other dogs, though he was perfectly friendly if they approached him. He wrote many blog entries.
They are both much missed. Being remembered by those who loved them grants them immortality.
Orhan Pamuk
(1952-present)
I had never heard of the Velcro breed before. It is clear that you love your dogs and are keenly aware of the differences they reveal.
ReplyDeleteThey can't all be lumped together, any more than children.
DeleteLovely memories!
ReplyDeleteHappy memories, indeed.
DeleteAbsolutely gorgeous, and the joy they brought you and still bring you is a wonderful thing.
ReplyDeleteOur lives have been entwined with dogs and cats . . . oh, and children - mustn't forget them. 😉
DeleteA very sweet post and so nice to know these lovely pups through your photos. Our dog was a mix between a black Labrador and a Dalmatian. She has been gone for many years, a real character but we loved her dearly and she is still missed greatly.
ReplyDeleteThat's a nice mixture. I bet she was a beautiful dog.
DeleteGus and Frodo are beautiful. Your words about the immortality of those we love are very touching.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Stephanie.
DeleteI admit I am biased but your black labby Gus was truly handsome and loving. I saw a Labrador accused of biting and damaging another dog on TV today, and I yelled at the judge that no Labrador EVER but another dog in anger!
ReplyDeleteNo bad dogs, only bad owners.
Deletebit
ReplyDelete🤣
DeleteThe photos that pop up from years gone by are a great reminder of many joyful moments in the past.
ReplyDeleteThe randomness of them is a delight, too.
DeleteVery nice photos. I miss reading a note from Gilbert.
ReplyDeleteGilbert may pen a Christmas epistle. 🐶
DeleteSo many nice memories locked up in photos.
ReplyDeletePhotographs from long ago are really precious, when photography was rare in the nineteenth century. Now they form a kind of diary.
DeleteA lovely post, thank you for sharing your memories.
ReplyDeleteIt was my indulgence.
DeleteWhat a touching tribute to Frodo and Gus. It’s clear how much they meant to you and the lasting impact they had on your life. Frodo's gentle nature with the young ones and his loyalty despite his health challenges speak volumes about his character. Gus's kind and sensitive demeanor, coupled with his handsomeness, must have brought so much joy to your family.
ReplyDeleteWe remember all our animals. Each one was special. My dog
Deletememories started when I was four.
We never forget them, we have had seven cats, always two together, and I love when their photo's come up in memories.
ReplyDeleteThey bring much joy and a tinge of sadness that they're no longer with us.
DeleteWe had 8 cats during our marriage, one is still left with me, Rosie, they all made it to 18 - 20 years, how could I ever forget them and the adventures we had with them.
ReplyDeleteThey are and have been such an important part of life. No, we could never forget them.
DeleteThey certainly look comfortable together and I kind of get a chuckle out of the fact that one's white with black polka dots and one is just black. I would think sometimes they get lost on each other.
ReplyDeleteThey looked good together!
DeleteOld photos of pets and family and even places can evoke poignant memories and feelings, especially, it would seem, at this season.
ReplyDeleteChristmas seems a particularly affecting time of year.
DeleteIn the end, we have our memories to bring us (hopefully) happiness. Our pets are truly an important part of our lives.
ReplyDeleteThey are important members of the family.
DeleteSuch cute pictures! It looks like they brought such joy to your lives and will always be remembered.
ReplyDeleteMany of our conversations with our adult children begin with, 'Do you remember . . . ?' all to do with dogs and cats and small furry creatures like guinea pigs and mice.
DeleteWe are also listeners to dogs and also talkers to dogs. this is so sweet. beau is a Velcro dog, he loves to lean on legs, I have to warn people that he is very friendly but likes to lean and I ask if they mind. your are so right, remembering them honors them
ReplyDeleteBuddy Liver Spots was a great leaner and Roxy also leans. They're all different.
DeleteA lovely post, thank you.
ReplyDeleteAll the best Jan
It's fun to remember them and their individuality.
ReplyDeleteWhat lovely memories! We miss both of Bess's predecessors very much too, and still have their photographs displayed around the house! xxx
ReplyDeleteThey never leave, do they? 😺
Delete