On the road again . . . or Stuart's Family Reunion **UPDATE**

[Jane, Rooney & Stuart]

Rooney here - I'm gunna do the typing because Stuart's paws are too big for the keyboard - size matters I guess.  My mom has told us that we were taking a road trip - woo hoo - we love those, to a place called Michigan - daddy calls it the frozen tundra of the north and then mom gets mad.  Me and Stuart have been there before but not for long and this time we are gunna stay.  I always get nervous when my mom starts dragging luggage around the house - I get worried she will leave me behind - and I don't like that and this time - jeez - she was packing for an entire week but we are going to be gone a lone time and most of the stuff was for me and Stuart.  The Puppy Hauler 2011 was full!  Mom was mad because she couldn't find room for one of our big dog beds and her golf clubs didn't make it either, but Stuart and I got food, toys, treats, leashes, grooming stuff - heck - all of our stuff made it so what is the problem right?

Daddy is going to fly to the Michigan next week because mom said there was no room for him the puppy hauler.  Luckily for me and Stuart we have our own row of seats.  My mom is sorta crazy - duh - but she is safety conscious and makes us wear our safety harness, we are buckled in.  Stuart is so lazy chill - that doodle just sleeps the whole way unless we take a potty break, and between you and me - I think Stuart is a little ADD (attention deficit doodle) cause sometimes he is so busy sniffing other dog's pee and squirrel tracks and stuff that he won't go potty.  Yep - he travels with his pillow.

I don't want to brag but I have to help my momma.  She drove 586 miles today in 9 hours - shhhh - I think she is an illegal vacuum salesman because I heard her talking about a "fuzz buster".  I ride in my car seat and try to watch my momma's blind spot, I do sleep but not as much as my brother.  If I could only learn how to use the remote - I'd be able to watch Animal Planet DVDs on the screen but mom says no.

We finally got to my momma's daughter's house in Atlanta, mom called her house a "pit stop" - not sure what that is but I guess we are here till Monday.  We like it here because she has a lab named Cal and a fenced in yard so we have lots of fun.  One thing we really LOVE is Cal's food - I think the brand is called JUNK cause that is what momma calls it,  it tastes so good but gives me a tummy ache (Stuart can eat anything) and my mom hides Cal's food dish.  Why don't we get to eat JUNK, stuck with Orijen again - sigh.  

Cal 

Tomorrow is a special day - we are going back to Beamer's house - that is Stuart's brother, my step brother I guess.  And we are going to meet with another brother named Foster, I guess the other brother couldn't make it but maybe in the fall.  What the doodle will I do with 3 Stuart's running around. Enough for now - I'm going to go take a nap - it has been a long day.  xoxox Rooney Doodle

******UPDATE

Yesterday was Stuart's family reunion at Jo & Beamer's house.  Since my dd was going to be working from home for the day I decided that it would be best for Rooney if he stayed with her while I took Stuart to see Beamer and meet for the 1st time his other brother Foster. I was worried that Rooney might get a little "bossy" as he always thinks he is the alpha - lol.  We had a GREAT reunion.  Sadly out of almost 200 hundred pictures - I don't think I was able to get a good one of all 3 boys.  Trying to get them to sit still was like trying to herd pigs - crazy.  A fun time was had by all.  Beamer as you recall is almost Stuart's exact twin but he is a touch taller and his fur is so soft - Beamer also doesn't swim where as Stuart and Foster are hard to keep outta the pool.  Foster is a beautiful color - he has their mom's beautiful red golden retriever coat - such a nice boy too. 

 

[Deanna & Desi & Cori]

Rooney,

It sounds like you're already having a great summer adventure.  Tell your mom that I hope she drives safely and that you arrive at your summer home safe and sound!!

[Sherri, Sophie, Winston, & Kitty]

What a great adventure you are having! Have fun and enjoy every minute!

[Lucy & AnnaBelle's Mom]

Hey Rooney be sure to take some pics so we can see if Foster looks like Stuart as much as Beamer did!  If so we might have to make a trip down there cause Stuart's, well, hubba hubba, ..... Lucy & Sophie

P.S.  Don't let that hurt your feelings that we were talking about Stuart cause we know you are already taken by Rua!

[Nancy, Ned, Clancy, and Charlie]

Rooney and Stuart,

Thanks for the blog - that is what my mom says when she reads them to my dad.  We think your trip sounds pretty fun so far.  We have a big motor home so we have room for everything we could ever want to bring, but my mom doesn't bring our big beds either. She says we sleep on their bed or on the couch so what would be the point.  You can just sleep with your mom.  Cal looks like a fun guy.  Lucky you to have such a nice cousin.  Maybe he can sneak you some JUNK when your momma isn't looking.  We are in San Diego and got to meet up with Jarka and Monty from Colorado and with Christine and Camus.  We had lots and lots of fun.  We hope you have a great time with Beamer.  Keep us posted on the next stage of your excellent adventure.

Ned and Clancy

[Laurie, Fudge, and Vern]

Rooney, It sounds like you are gonna have a great time :) Enjoy your visit with Cal and then on to Michigan. Have fun!! Loved all the pictures!!

[Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle]

Rooney, thanks for filling us in on your excellent adventure! Sounds like you and Stuart are going to have a wonderful summer!

 

[PJ and Zach]

Have fun, Rooney!  You write an excellent blog!  Make sure your momma drives safely.

~Zach

[Lisa, Daisy & Dexter]

Great photos Rooney. I don't blame Stewart for sleeping...I wish I could do the same on car trips but I am a back seat driver, much like you, and have to tell DH when he is driving bad!

Have fun visiting all those brothers and remember you may be little but you are still the boss.

When you get to Michigan be sure to show Stuart the ropes, he was just a baby when you were there last...keep him away from the rivers edge.

Have fun this summer.

[Janie, Jackson and Jilly]

Hey Rooney! It's good to hear about you and your Mom and Stuart! Glad you are helping her and keeping an eye on the blind spot! Sounds like you are having a lot of fun! Safe travels!!!

[Camilla and Darwin]

Rooney, what a fun adventure! Keep us updated.

[Nicky, Riley & Boris]

Wishing you all a safe journey and a wonderful adventure, sounds like quite a trip with some fun stops on the way.  I look forward to hearing from you when you have arrived and are all settled.

[Jane, Guinness and Murphy]

Dear Rooney,

Thanks for the update.  I've been thinking of your Mom and her two Doods and wondering if you left for your adventure yet.  I'm so happy that you made it safely to Cal's house.  You are such good boys, and Rooney it sure sounds like you are the responsible one always looking out for your Mom and brother.  Have fun this weekend!