You have my heart sweet gir

[Shelby and Kev]

Shelby Ann Ellis...I love you! You are my world. I want everyone to know how much you mean to me. A boy and his dog...
Today has been so stressful, my mom is in icu, life support, my heart hurts. Last week I found my daughter unconscious, not breathing and had to perform CPR to revive her. I saved her life. Unimaginable to a father and mother. My family is the most important thing to me in this world.
Tonight my heart hurts. I love my wife with all my heart! But where's the love? Its missing and I feel so alone. I put all my passion into Shelby. Tonight Shelbs picked up her brush and put it in my lap and we laid on the floor and I brushed her out till she looked like a Teddy bear and I kissed her and told how much she means to me. It truthfully made me happy because its the most love I get. I love this girl. Nothing is more real than true love. Wagging tails and kisses always makes me happy :) I proclaim my love for my Goldendoodle. The lord blessed me when you came into my life girl. You are my world and I promise to love you and take care of you Shelby! Daddy loves you.
To anyone reading this, I apologize for this sad but happy blog. DK is my release.
I wish a very Merry Christmas to all my doodle friends, and be sure to appreciate you Doodles, love them.
Kevin C. Ellis N Shelby Roo

[Jennifer,Chloe & Myla]

What a sweet tribute to your doodle. In such tough times they always come through.

[Mimi Linna, Lilly and Lolly]

hugs

[Allyson, Peri & Taquito]

Thinking of you and your family during this time.  And you are right - these doodles give us much love.

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

Kevin, this is sad and happy like you said. Life does throw us really tough curve balls but one thing we all have in common is how we can wrap our hearts and arms around a doodle and get the love and peace we need to get through the rough spots. Thank you for sharing as DK is a family and many prayers and good thoughts are coming your way. Shelby is the best medicine for your whole family.

[Bryce P]

Doodles are the best kinda love. Unconditional

[Carol and Banjo]

Kev....Saying a prayer for you and your family.   I'm glad Shelby is there for you.  Please know that there are many people here who care. 

[Deanna & Desi & Cori]

Kevin - sorry things are tough for you right now.  I know, first hand, though, how comforting a doodle's love can be.  Just after my father died, the first greeting I had when I returned home from the hospital was from Sedona.  Her doodle kisses eased my grief tremendously!  

[Sherri, Sophie, Winston, & Kitty]

I'm so sorry to hear of your troubles. I'm so glad you have your doodle for comfort. Whenever I'm going through a rough patch I try to remember the saying "this too shall pass". It shows strength and courage that you can count your blessings when times are so tough. All my best to you this holiday season!

[Jane, Guinness and Murphy]

Thanks for your XMAS wishes at such a difficult time in your life. I hope that this holiday season can bring you some peace....and I'm so happy to know that you have Shelby to help you through all that you're dealing with.

[Lisa, Daisy & Dexter]

Kevin, today while I am sitting in church you and yours will be in my prayers.

I understand the power of our doodles, they bring love, joy and comfort.

I am glad your daughter is okay and hope your Mom comes home for Christmas. I also hope you speak to your wife and let her know your feelings. Communication is the key, I know as most have, we have been through it all, 30 years later and I could not do without my husbands love and understanding. Give it a try.