Tara's 2nd Birthday!!! Woo Hoo!!

[Ricki and Tara (doodle)]

Four years ago DH and I felt as if our hearts shattered when we lost our 18 year old cat and 15 year old dog on the same day. We still had our current cat Amber at the time but I think we both silently vowed never to let another dog into our hearts again. It was too painful to lose them. But as the years past I found that I was stuck somewhere in the grieving process. In a 2 year span we had lost 3 of our parents, 3 of our animal companions and a favorite Uncle. We didn't have time to grieve one before we lost another. I found myself in tears whenever we went to the dog's favorite hiking trail or park. I missed them so much but still stubbornly refused to commit to another canine relationship.

One day a dear friend sat me down and said " You need a dog". Something stirred inside of me and I knew he was speaking truth. And I was ready. So began the very long search for Tara, her arrival and the healing of two broken hearts.

Today Tara turns two years old and I cannot begin to tell you of the, joy, fun and unconditional love she has given us. I think all of you already know what I am talking about anyhow!!! It's what doodles do!! LOL!!

We are completely and ridiculously in love with this girl!! So we had a little family pawti to celebrate her life and our appreciation of her presence in ours!!

Thank you all for your part in this Fantastic Doodle Experience that we are having!! Tara sends Doodle Kisses to all of her DK family too!!

Her new Sweater bling and Hide-A-Squirrel:

Got one of those wascally squirrels!!

[Suzann, Rosey & Bandit]

Hi Gracie!! It sounds like we need a new group matchdoodle.com!! Think of how many doodles have no romance in their lives!! You sound like a great matchmaker so you should think about who would be good for who!!

Bandit didn't get Tara any bling this year... we had a long talk and thought he should wait until he was almost 2 and he is ALMOST, ALMOST ONE!! Stay tuned!! He did get her a magical frog that has eggs.... if she kisses it enough it will be a Bandit Prince!! POOF!!!

[Nancie & Gracie Doodle]

Oh Tara I can't believe that Guinness and Murphy didn't know that you are already spoken for. All this time the cyber space has been burning with love arrows going back and forth between you and Bandy. How did they miss it!!! What did Bandit send you for your birthday...a ring bling perhaps!!!! Maybe a "promise ring" or maybe a "promise collar"? I hope you had a great birthday and you look great in the bright pink. Your coloring is perfect for it. Tell your Momma that my Momma knows exactly what she means about Doodles mending broken hearts. I have done wonders for my Momma and I am proud to say so!!! We Doodles are very, very special beings. Have a very Happy Birthday Little Tara and I Love Ya!!!

[BG and Gavin]

It looks like you are both very happy! I am glad you and Tara found each other.

[Ricki and Tara (doodle)]

Sorry guys...what was I thinking putting Tara in a hot pink sweater with BLING!!

Here she is:
Hey, Guiness it is true that my heart belongs to BandyBear. So Im not on MatchDoodle.com. I just spend most of my time dreamin' about my BandyBear. You're right about the long distance thing!! Okay, but I like his idea about him introducing you to his sissy. She is a fox super model doodle and she is available!! I know its hard to believe so you better not waste any time cause I think she could be your doodle gal!

[Jane, Guinness and Murphy]

Oh, Ricki....looks like the boys of Doodle Kisses are "fightin" over Tara. I'm pretty sure it was the "blinged out" hot pink sweater that did it for my guys.

[Suzann, Rosey & Bandit]

Hey Guinness & Murph...Bandy here and you are hittin' on my main squeeze doods.... She is da bomb so I can't blame ya...but we got big plans if ya know what I mean:)

Here's a better idea why don't ya call my sissy Rosey... she looks a lot like Tara only twice as big. She likes playing ball, having barkfests, watching Animal Planet and goldfish crackers... Oh and she isn't quite as far away too!!! Woof!

[Jane, Guinness and Murphy]

Happy Birthday, "pretty Tara". I wish you didn't live so far away, because my brother and I both would really LOVE to meet you. Are you currently dating anyone special? Are you on MatchDoodle.com? Do you like to do zoomies on the beach? Do you like sensitive Doodle guys? Do you like quiet times together watching the National Geographic Channel? If so, you're our Doodle Gal. I guess long distance relationships can be pretty tough, but you can't blame a guy for dreaming.

[cheryl & oliver]

Happy Birthday Tara, hjope u had a fun day, and it looks like you got some great gifts too...I loved the pictues, thanks for sharing...She is sooo cute....

[GBK]

Happy Happy Birthday Tara!!! It is obvious you have filled your mom and dad's heart with love and joy :) My mom says we helped heal hers too, isn't it great????
Love, Buddy and Kona

[Jane, Rooney & Stuart]

Wonderful story - thanks for sharing! Happy Birthday Tara!