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!

[Joanne ~ Spud*]

Seriously?  I'm so surprised  HAPPY.  I had no idea no doubt you would have a Flash of uncontrollable love.

Knox, give me a break, I know you are upset thrilled.

Happy Birthday to both Flash and Knox

Merry Christmas to all of Ya'll

Dear Santa, please send me a pup like Flash. Love Spud

[Doris, Knox & Flash]

Thanks to all of y'all for consoling Knox about our new addition.  Knox can be a bit dramatic and just needed a bit of empathy, I suppose.  He and Flash are getting along very well, and despite what Knox is telling you, we did ask him about keeping Flash, and his actions very strongly said "YES!"    We are looking forward to spending many years with the Light Brothers! 

@Joanne, where ever you are...remember your music/song discussion a couple of months back??  Well, how about THREE DOG LIGHT.    oh, brother....

[F, Calla & Luca]

Happy Birthday Knox. We will always think of you as the first Light Doodle. And that cute little pipsqueak will only add to the fun but never replace you in our affections.

[Carol and Banjo]

Happy Birthday Knox!    We just know your Mom and Dad have the biggest hearts in Texas....plenty of room for all of you!    Flash.....omd.....you are an absolute beauty!    Merry Christmas Lights!

[PJ and Zach]

Awww, happy birthday, Knox. Have your pity party and enjoy it! You and your new brother will have such fun (you know you already do). Merry Christmas to you and your whole family!

[Laurie, Fudge, and Vern]

Nope, I am not saying anything about looks....Flash and Knox are both lookers in my book :)

[GBK]

HappyHappy Birthday Knox, you are adorable!  And now a message from Buddy:

 

Dear Knox,

I was in the very same situation five years ago.  Mom did not consult me about getting a new puppy, and I was pretty content in being top dog and affection hog.  When Mom stepped off the plane with a six pound bundle of chocolate fur I also knew my llife would change forever.....  But, it's not sooo bad.  She can be a pain in the butt someitmes, but I do always have a play buddy.  Whether it's the beach, the park, or our grandparents big backyard, we always have each other and are never bored. 

PS. She is pushy though, and always teasing me, and always the first for kisses when Mom gets home.....  Good luck Knox, Mom says your family is now complete :)  Happy Birthday

Your Pal Buddy

Feel free to comiserate any time bud

[Laurie, Fudge, and Vern]

Knox, I have a feeling nobody can ever replace you in your mom and dad's heart!! There is always room for more and you will always be the FIRST Doodle they loved :)

Doris, You know this makes me happy and so proud of you!! I really think Flash is the one who got a great Christmas present this year and he shares a birthday with Fudge. It was meant to be :)

[Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle]

Knox, all that hair may be hiding a multitude of sins, but you are gorgeous even without it!

[Doris, Knox & Flash]

I can already hear people say, "he sure got the looks in the family..."  --  per Knox as his pity party continues...