Vern Turns Two on Tuesday!!

[Laurie, Fudge, and Vern]

On January 10, 2012, our Vern turns two.  He has grown into a big dog, all ninety pounds of him, and we cannot imagine our life without him.  Every morning, the first living thing to greet me is Vern.  He swings by our bed and stands staring at us until we open our eyes.  He stands there wagging his tail, with a smile on his face, even though some mornings we ask him to stop by later after we have slept a little longer.  No matter how nicely we ask, he continues to stand there wagging his tail.  Even Fudge usually gets a wet kiss in the morning and knows Vern is not leaving until someone gets up.

 

There is just something about Vern that touches my heart.  Whenever I try and describe what it is, I always come back to the word endearing.  He is a joyful, happy dog and once you win his heart, it is yours forever.  He is the first dog that I have had that doesn’t instantly warm up to every person he meets.  He has to come around in his own time, but once you are in, you are in for life.  Vern is not the bravest dog, but he tries hard and gives a mighty bark sometimes at things only Vern sees and hears.

 

Both our dogs like you to hold their paws, but Vern will sit up beside you and actually hug you. He puts his paws on your shoulders and buries his head in your neck.  It is actually one of the sweetest things about Vern.  My oldest daughter said Vern is a big dog that thinks he is a small dog.  That may be true, but Vern has a big dog heart and loves Fudge and his family and makes us smile everyday.  Happy Birthday, Vernors Macaroni!!

Vern's Puppy Picture:

The Day Vern Arrived at Our House:

In the Beginning-Fudge and Vern:

Fudge Says, "What the Heck Happened?"

One of My Favorite Pictures of Vern (aka Polar Bear):

Another Favorite:

Best Buds Forever:

[Sue, Murphy and Bella ()*o*()]

Don't know how I missed this big day! Happy happy birthday Vernors! Many people love you!

[Kyoko]

Happy Birthday!! Vern!!!

[Denise & Sophie]

Happy Birthday Vern! I know you had a great one because you are so loved by everyone! Laurie, as always love your posts. Vern and Fudge are beautiful!!

[Linda, Webber and Seda]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, VERN.  You are so handsome, in addition to being endearing.

[cheryl & oliver]

Happy Birthday Vern, sorry this is late, we were away and then no internet for 2 days, ugh!!!!  You are such a special doodle, loved by your family at home and here on doodlekisses....Many Many more Happy Birthdays!!!!..I wish I wasn't so computer illiterate so I could send one of thse great attachments iwth all the bells and whistles n it for you...But know that you are loved by your friends here in Florida....Cheryl, Oliver & Renny

[Jennifer,Chloe & Myla]

Sorry we're late Vern! Hope you were spoiled silly you crazy doodle!! XOXO Chloe & Myla

[Melody & Bruin]

Belated Happy Birthday Vern ~ you handsome boy!

[Lauria Orr]

Happy Birthday Vern!!!!!  I bet your silly Mom made an extra special day for you!!!!!!

[Ronna, Murphy & Wilson]

Happy Birthday Vern!

[Frannie & Callie]

Happy Happy Birthday to Vern! Love, Frannie, Callie, and Luna Foster Doodle!