Through the Eyes of a 7 Year Old

[Tina, Clover, Plus 5 More]

Last Thursday I picked up our new foster Chelsea. Chelsea had to be shaved down to the skin because of all the mats. She only has hair around her eyes and the last 6 inches of her tail. When we got home I set a crate up in my daughters bedroom since she never plays in there thinking it would be a nice quiet place for Chelsea to adjust. Lexi got home from school we talked about Chelsea and her journey to us. Now most kids seeing a dog with no hair would ask what's wrong with it, not Lexi. The first words out of her mouth were "Oh mom, she's so beautiful and her eyes look just like a poodle".  Lexi then started talking about Chelsea needing a coat, blanket or something to keep her warm. How it was her turn to take care of the foster doodle. I told Lexi we would have to see how Chelsea does with kids, that Chelsea needed was rest. Lexi asked if she could sit and read to Chelsea if she left her alone, which I agreed. When I opened the crate to take Chelsea out, she ran right over to Lexi and licked her on the face. And of course Lexi had to say "I told you Chelsea liked kids, you should have listen to me MOM". Lexi spent the rest of the night in her room talking and watching movies with Chelsea.

 

After posting this blog on DRC, I also wanted to share it with the DK community.  My daughter amazes me sometimes and this was one of them.

 

 

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[Laurie, Fudge, and Vern]

What a sweet story. Your daughter sounds wonderful !!

[Ricki and Tara (doodle)]

Your daughter sounds like a very sensitive and sweet soul!! I'm so glad she is there to help with the fosters!! Thanks for sharing this awesome story!

 

I love Chelsea's coat color! I'd like to see it all grown out!!

[F, Calla & Luca]

Nice story and pretty doodle. God luck with the fostering.

[Lucy & AnnaBelle's Mom]

Your daughter sounds very special!  Thank you for helping to inspire the next generation of Doodle Rescuers!  Chelsea is going to be beautiful when that coat comes back out!

[Lisa, Daisy & Dexter]

Adorable girl and adorable doodle. Thank you for sharing.

[Nicky, Riley & Boris]

That's a gorgeous story and a testament to a wonderful mum.  They say the acorn doesn't fall too far from the tree!

[sandy b]

Thanks for sharing such a wonderful story. Brought tears to my eyes.

[Jane, Guinness and Murphy]

Tina, you have a very special daughter.  I've always loved looking at her pictures with Clover, and now she has a new friend to share her love with.   It's a wonderful thing that you're doing....what an amazing example you're setting for your daughter.

[Pam & Trixie]

Awe, What a wonderful Story!  ; )  Thanks for Sharing.  Im glad Chelsea has you & Lexi for now to take such good care of her.

[Donna K & Quincy]

Lucky Chelsea to have found such good friends to take care of her. Kids do have a way of getting right to the heart of things.