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Mary
mary5958
30 November 2008 @ 05:28 pm
New Addition to My Family  
After eight years of deliberation (didn't want to rush into anything, you know) I've made Trace, a Bernese Mountain Dog pup, a part of my family. He's 13 weeks old, I am completely smitten and we are bonding wonderfully.

There's a lot of stress in other parts of my life right now - changing database systems and web design at work, but most significantly, the admitance of my mother into hospice in early October.

Trace is proving a great stress reliever and I'm so glad to have him with me. You can a couple of other pics here: http://pics.livejournal.com/mary5958/gallery/0004rth5

I know I've been a terrible LJ'er lately, but i'd love to hear how everyone is doing. I hope you're all well.


Trace

 
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caia: woven Lola[info]thisficklemob on November 30th, 2008 11:45 pm (UTC)
Oh, he's adorable! I think I've seen a puppy like that before, but I didn't know what breed it was. He looks like a Gund stuffed animal. *pets* And he's gonna be a big dog, yes?

So sorry to hear about your mom. {{{hugs}}}
SpikesDeb[info]spikesdeb on November 30th, 2008 11:47 pm (UTC)
Oh my! He's just adorable :)
slaymesoftly[info]slaymesoftly on November 30th, 2008 11:47 pm (UTC)
OMG Adorable! He will be such a comfort to you. I promise. I'm so sorry to hear about your mother. As a very wise friend said to me many years ago when my father had a stroke "that's where we are in our lives now". Life happens and there's nothing we can do about it but go on. (Of course, I'm sure you already know that from past experience.) Enjoy your beautiful puppy. *hugs you tight*
Melissa: taradog[info]appomattoxco on November 30th, 2008 11:49 pm (UTC)
Aww, he is adorible! You may have took awile to decide but once you did you didn't fool around that's going to be a lot of dog. I hear they are a breed with heart to match their size though.
louise39: Spike black shirt louise39[info]louise39 on November 30th, 2008 11:59 pm (UTC)
What a beautiful dog. Those eyes!! I'm sure he will bring you much joy and companionship.

Sorry to hear about your mother...:hugs:
Hobbit uk[info]hobbituk on December 1st, 2008 12:01 am (UTC)
Oh, he is gorgeous... I know when I still had hobbitbeagle, one look from those eyes and I felt much better, no matter what happened to me. I'm glad you have him...
petzipellepingo: waving white rabbit by peaces_icons[info]petzipellepingo on December 1st, 2008 12:17 am (UTC)
Bernese Mountain Dogs are very nice dogs so congrats. And sorry to hear about your Mom.
Angstchic[info]angstchic on December 1st, 2008 12:18 am (UTC)
Omg!! Puppy-face! *hugs* And I hope you are doing well.
zanthinegirl: coffee[info]zanthinegirl on December 1st, 2008 12:18 am (UTC)
He's gorgeous! I've know a couple of burmese mountain dogs, and they were wonderful. Good choice!

So sorry about your mom. I've been down that path myself this year, and while hospice is wonderful it's so hard to watch.
~easy_to_corrupt~: Sarah-Smiling[info]easy_to_corrupt on December 1st, 2008 12:37 am (UTC)
Awww!
He's adorable!!
Sandy: buffy wishing by inxsomniax[info]sandy_s on December 1st, 2008 01:01 am (UTC)
He is SO precious...who could resist those eyes? And pets are great stress relievers! I'm glad Trace is taking good care of you! *hugs*
teragramm[info]teragramm on December 1st, 2008 01:05 am (UTC)
He is so beautiful!!! NO ONE ever greets you when you come home like a dog. Enjoy each other. Good luck!
my monkied brain: _domino[info]katekat1010 on December 1st, 2008 01:23 am (UTC)
Oh my, that is the cutest puppy ever!

And thanks for checking in lady - I was wondering how you were doing, so I'm glad you popped by to say hello. I hope the stress eases off (although I know it's never easy to make decisions regarding care for parents) and you get lots of puppy love.
Sylvike: rainbowviolinlove[info]fishsanwitt on December 1st, 2008 01:45 am (UTC)
Trace is beautiful :)

::hugs:: for you - it's always difficult when our parents grow older.
Elinora: Hug by cooldecade[info]elinora on December 1st, 2008 01:54 am (UTC)
Sorry about your Mum, it sounds like you have a lot going on in your life right now. But your doggie is cuuuuuuute!
Shadowlass: Homer dog hug by pouringicons[info]shadowlass on December 1st, 2008 01:56 am (UTC)
Ah, he's an absolute doll! I think he might want a kiss on the nose. Or the forehead. Or both. Dogs really are the best thing ever.

My mother was in hospice towards the end of her life, and I know it's hard--personally, I found it hard to adjust to them, both to their actual presence and what it indicated. But they provide really good, intensive, personalized care.

*hugs*
seapealsh[info]seapealsh on December 1st, 2008 02:09 am (UTC)
Trace is absolutely adorable.
coquinespike[info]coquinespike on December 1st, 2008 03:29 am (UTC)
MARY!!! *glomps* It's so nice to hear from you again. Trace is utterly adorable, and sure to fit right in with the family. Puppers are so good at helping de-stress, and really, who wouldn't be able to (temporarily) forget all their worries with one nuzzle from that fluff? So sorry to hear about your mom, though. That kind of situation is just never, ever easy. I don't really know what to say other than, I hope everything goes as well as possible. *big, smooshy hugs*
missus_grace[info]missus_grace on December 1st, 2008 04:10 am (UTC)
Trace is adorable. Our golden retriever, Kelsey, is only 8 years old, but when it's time for her to go to doggy heaven we'd like to get a Berner. I wouldn't be opposed to seeing more of her pictures :)

I'm sorry to hear about your mother, but hospice can be a wonderful thing for end of life care.

Edited at 2008-12-01 04:12 am (UTC)
Cath: giles tara OMWF[info]stars_of_tears on December 1st, 2008 06:26 am (UTC)
awwwwwww! such an adorable puppy ^_^
Sorry about your mom *hugs* :(
just_sue[info]just_sue on December 1st, 2008 09:57 am (UTC)
Very sorry to hear about you mum, Mary. *hugs*

That is one cute baby pooch! Even his name is adorable. I am sure you will have a companion of the heart to love, and be loved by, for many happy years.
Kathyh: Kathyh Spike night[info]kathyh on December 1st, 2008 10:25 am (UTC)
So sorry to hear about your mum.

What an adorable puppy and how sensible of you to get a dog at a time when you need relief from stress. Trying to say sensible things here and not just burble about his melting eyes and adorable (and huge) puppy paws :)
Sotia[info]ssddgr on December 1st, 2008 03:08 pm (UTC)
Awww, Trace is so incredibly cute!! *pets him*

As for stress, be very careful, honey. It's got all sorts of bad consequences, as I've come to realize lately! Take care of yourself and everything else will fall into place!
*hugs*
beanbeans: nature: corgi puppy[info]beanbeans on December 1st, 2008 03:39 pm (UTC)
Ohhh, he's so sweet! What a loving, kind face he has! Congrats on making him a part of your family. :)

It's always good to hear from you whenever you can hop on LJ,but we all understand about how RL makes it hard to get here. HUGS for all the stress that you're under right now.
Laura: l: lucifer[info]rusty_halo on December 1st, 2008 05:29 pm (UTC)
Oh, he's beautiful! :)

*hugs*
Herself[info]herself_nyc on December 1st, 2008 05:34 pm (UTC)
Oh, so gorgeous! Enjoy your puppy, and have a great December.
enigmaticblues[info]enigmaticblues on December 1st, 2008 07:40 pm (UTC)
Oh, what a doll!

I was just thinking about you the other day. I'm sorry to hear that things are stressful, but I'm happy to hear about the new addition. A pet really can brighten up your day.
Cordykitten: sweetgirl7808 candle (flickering)[info]cordykitten on December 1st, 2008 08:18 pm (UTC)
Sorry to hear about your mom *hugs*
But a very cute dog, sweet pics :)
Julchek[info]julchek on December 2nd, 2008 02:24 am (UTC)
Sorry to hear about your mom - big hugs, m'dear. And Trace is way too cute! I'm glad you have him with you.
Tam: JD clingy elliot[info]tamakin on December 2nd, 2008 02:25 pm (UTC)
ZOMG A BERNIE!!! You lucky girl you :D And hey when he grows up, he can pull you to work! hehehe :)
GingerAnne[info]vampgaia on December 4th, 2008 03:04 am (UTC)
He's adorable.

I'm sorry about your Mom. My Grandmother used hospice in Atlanta, GA. They were wonderful to her and to the entire family. I hope you have an equally good experience with them. It's a terrible time, but it can be made easier by good caregivers. *hugs*
Ali: [buffy] Every night I save you[info]sweet_ali on December 7th, 2008 11:02 pm (UTC)
Oh my gosh, what a sweetie! I'm glad you have him for the company and the distraction. Nothing like a puppy to do all that. I'm terribly sorry to hear about your mother. My best thoughts, love.

We definitely miss you around these parts, but I do appreciate the sporatic updates! As far as me, I'm doing just fine. New job that is going alright and though I had some health drama, things are settling just on maintenance right now.

Big love!
On the third day there was Slash and it was good.[info]random_fandom on December 23rd, 2008 02:33 pm (UTC)
RabidRaeann[info]rabid1st on February 1st, 2009 09:05 pm (UTC)
Here to wish you a happy birthday, Mary!

Happy birthday!

I hope you and Trace are still mutually smitten and that all else is right with your world.

Rae
Ali: [personal] Frosting is the best part[info]sweet_ali on February 3rd, 2009 03:44 pm (UTC)
Just dropping in to wish you the happiest of birthdays, love *squish*