It's my BIRTHDAY and I'll POUT if I want to!

[Doris, Knox & Flash]

To my dear DK family,

Today is my 3rd birthday but you can clearly see that I am having myself a "Pity Party" rather than a birthday party.  For those of you who know and love me, you may want to print out the above pic and save it as a the last one of me by myself.  My world as I know it has changed and no one at my house had the common courtesy to ask me if I wanted it to.  I'm blaming it on that dumb group that keeps asking my mom to foster random doodles.  Well, now look what is staying PERMANENTLY at my house...

Between you and me, I have never really minded when mom brought in a foster.  Having someone to play with is always fun, but it's also nice when they go home.  Unfortunately for me, this guy isn't going anywhere.  My mom and dad fell head-over-hills for him -- almost like it was "love at first sight!"  I heard my mom say his name was FLASH and say stupid things like "it's meant to be."  For those of you who don't know, our last name is LIGHT, but I'm here to tell you that we have plenty of flashlights around here already.

We have all shapes and sizes of flashlights, but apparently they wanted another one, one that would snuggle up to them, something that I don't really do.  Tell me, my DK friends, how can I compete?  Even I have to admit that he's a pretty nice boy, and thankfully, that darn-awful puppy stage is behind us.  I heard my mom say his first birthday is Christmas Day and that he's her Christmas present.  Isn't that just so sweet?? (gag)  I'm not going to waste your time now with lots of photos of Flash, because I have a feeling my mom will be flooding DK Iwith pics of him soon.  Let me just show you, though, how well we are getting along...

If this past week is any indication, my life as KING of the HOUSE is history.  I really thought things were great around here...after all, my mom and dad already had two dogs that love them dearly -- me and Courtney, the bossy Jack Russell.  Did my family NEED another dog?  Unfortunately, when I asked my dad that same question, he said, "Knox,  it's not a need, but a WANT!"  I'm not sure if I need or want him, but it looks like he's here to stay.  My mom is giving me this opportunity to pout (what are DK friends for?) but she says tomorrow our profile name will change to "Doris, Knox & Flash."  I'm just wondering...was "Foster Fail" already token??

Merry Christmas, y'all,

from Knox and his new brother!

[Doris, Knox & Flash]

Knox really appreciates all of your support and especially liked hearing from Buddy, Hattie, Kona and Riley who have had the same "luck" he has had in gaining a new sibling. Truly, he is going to be just fine and he knows it : )

Thanks, Karen, for posting that cute pic of him! He loves you, sight unseen!

[Sherri, Sophie, Winston, & Kitty]

OMD! I had no idea this was going on! This is amazing! Knox you are gonna have so much fun with your new brother!! I'm so excited for all of you! He's just so adorable! Happy Birthday Knox! You'll see, this is the best birthday present you could ever get!!

[Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle]

@F, I didn't either.

[Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle]

Although I have to say, when it comes to cutie-pies, I do think Flash would be pretty hard to beat:

 

[F, Calla & Luca]

Good point,Karen and I hope you get lots of responses. I didn't : )

[Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle]

Now, Jarka, you know it isn't only about the looks. How many of us married the best looking guy we ever dated? I'm betting not many.

[Jarka, Monty & Auggie]

I would be interested to know what made you keep Flash. You had a cutie-pie before (Carter), so what was so special about this guy?

[Nicky, Riley & Boris]

Dear Knox, I feel your pain...I got a new baby brother recently even though I didn't ask for one and he was great when he came first as he used to sleep a lot and I could take all his toys and hide them and I fooled him every time but the darned guy keeps growing and he can now jump on my couch and is taking my chewies and toys! What's a big doodle to do? eh?  Seriously though I do love my brother, Boris and I'm guessing Flash is no 'flash in the pan' but is there to stay so lets you and I make a pact to make the best of it and get on with our brothers in true loving doodle style!

Warm Doodle wishes, Riley.

[Cheryl and Finnegan]

Oh Dear Knox, Happy Birthday Buddy...I'm guessing this wasn't on your list :(  But seriously Knox, you can't call him Foster Fail LOL  He looks like a really sweet guy.  My mom says she just wants to kiss that face.  Yuck!! I love to play with other dogs so I'm a little envious seeing the two of you together. But I like small dogs and my mom always seems to fall for the big guys too.  I thought she was a goner over Truman's rescue. No, no, no!  There would have to be ground rules like:

I am the forever King of the  House.  I am the snuggled-in-chief  (you should try it!)  If there's only room for one of us on a trip, see ya later, buddy.  Keep the home lights burning. And the hardest, I'll share my toys, my food, everything, but she's MY mom.  It's MY JOB to follow her everywhere she goes.  Plus I know what to touch and what not to around here so don't go thinking I want to get in any trouble on account of someone else's shortcomings.

Still, it would be kind of nice to have a little brother.  And sounds like your mom and dad have lots of love to share.  Where would Flash be, if you weren't making this his best birthday/Christmas ever? Let me know how it goes buddy.  

Your pal, Finnegan 

  

[Bonnie and Kona]

OMD! Knox! I am so sorry. My family got a second doodle two years ago and he tortures me daily. I am calm and perfectly behaved and this goof-ball is always getting into trouble. He even pushes the door open and just walks into the house when the family clearly has us outside because our feet are dirty. He never knows when to quit, and I'm too much of a gentleman to tell him off. He still pulls my ears and he's two! Hoping your Flash is a brighter bulb than Owen. love, Kona

My mom says she is soooo excited for your mom. WTD?!?