The Hopeless Doodle Addict Trophy has arrived in Sarnia, Ontario!

[BG and Gavin]

Well it has been quite a week: my part time teaching contract at the College has been renewed for next year, Gavin passed his TDI test and MOST importantly, this package arrived at my door today!

 

It was from Sherri, Sophie, Winston and the Kitty!  It had travelled a mere 600km South West down Highway 401/402 from Ottawa, Ontario to Sarnia, Ontario.  Gavin helped me open it.

It contained all sorts of goodies including a card from our nation’s capital and some beautiful pictures of Sophie and Winston set against Ottawa’s gorgeous spring landscape.

Also included were some fun dog books including “The Art of Racing in the Rain” (which was next on my reading list), an Ottawa coffee mug and some fair trade chocolate bars for me and for Gavin some treats and his very own kitty!

Of course the most important item enclosed was the Hopeless Doodle Addict trophy which Gavin put his nose print on.

Here is Gavin congratulating me on my awesome accomplishment (I couldn’t have done it without him). 

For the last two and a half years I have been involved with this incredible community who have helped me celebrate the victories (house-breaking, training break-throughs, grooming successes) and supported me during the times of defeat ( job loss, long nights with a sick dog, training set-backs) all the while keeping me smiling and entertained.  I was very new to this social network stuff when I joined.  My first “friend” was Joanne (and Spud) who I credit for showing me the ropes (could there be a better guide?).  So thanks to Adina and each and every one of you for all that you have done for me and Gavin and all that you have done for each other.  A huge shout out to Sherri - her generosity was overwhelming.  DK rocks!

Where will the trophy land next?  Here is a hint – it will be crossing the bridge pictured behind DH, Gavin and Mylie from Canada back to the USA.  Stay tuned…

[Pat and Traveler]

Congratulations!  Gavin is such a beautiful boy--enjoyed your photos and blog!

[Sue & Lily Grace]

How great is that.  This site is just full of surprises and fun.  So glad I found it.  

[Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle]

Congratulations, and welcome to the HDA Club! Love the photos!

[Bonnie and Kona]

Hip, hip, HOORAY for you and Gavin! Wonderful photos and such a great box of treats for both of you from Sherri and the doodles. I thought you were a long-time HDA... so surprised you are just getting the trophy now.

[Donna K & Quincy]

Congratulations BG, l love all the noseprints on the trophy. Well deserved and congrats on the Gavin passing his TDI. Enoy the book it is a good read.

[Leslie and Halas]

Congratulations!!  Way to get your TDI, Gavin!  I love your photos.

[Nancy, Ned, Clancy, and Charlie]

CONGRATULATIONS!!! Welcome to the club - we are blessed to be part of this community and able to share our obesssions interests.

[Linda, Webber and Seda]

CONGRATULATIONS on TDI and becoming a Hopeless Doodle Addict.  The pictures were just great.

[Nina, Phil, Harlow & Lacey]

Congrats and welcome to the club!!!

[Jersey, Jasmine, Jypsy and Diane]

Congrats on joining the club! You deserve it! Enjoy all your goodies!

[Ricki and Tara (doodle)]

Congrats BG! You are definitely deserving of this fabulous award!! Especially after that training program you two went through last winter! Brrrr.. Love your pics and story! Gavin is such a cutie and a good little helper!

[Joanne ~ Spud*]

WOW Wow Wow.  Take me to Sarnia!

Congratulations BG and Welcome to the HDA Club.

I would love to be able to read that journal again

We know a good friend when we see one. I do remember meeting you.  I was intrigued by your name and I thought your dog's name was BRUCE and she was a girl  :)   HA