Sound the horns, ring the bells: the HDA has arrived!

[Rosemary (Ro) and Enzo]

WhoooHoooo! Shout it from the rooftops, sound the horns and ring the bells! The coveted HDA award has arrived in San Diego! Linda, of Linda, Charlie Brown and Beau, has graciously sent on to Enzo and I, the beautiful HDA medal and a bevy of assorted gifts and treats.




Soooo many wonderful goodies! A bag full yummy popcorn, that DH and I have been fighting over and a set of wonderful smelling spice rubs. These will help me look like a Master Chef in future bar-b-ques! ( I need all the help I can get ;) )
And then there is this:



A purse charm with Enzo engraved on a small heart and Hopeless Doodle Addict on a larger charm. This just brought a huge smile to my face, but also a few tears. Tears of happiness and appreciation! Thanks again, Linda. I will cherish this always!


Enzo is in heaven with all her new toys and treats. She is torn which to carry around first...I think the "grin" says it all!



I found DK quite by accident, last July, when Enzo became part of our Family. A long time dog owner, and former Breeder of Golden Retrievers, I have learned so very much, from the very many knowledgable members of DK. That and a bond that forms between us Doodle owners, has made DK one of the best...NO....THE BEST, forum/website/place to come, learn and make some wonderful friends. Thank you DK from the bottom of both my and Enzo's hearts. We are honored to call you all friends!

[Rosemary (Ro) and Enzo]

Special, indeed! Linda did such an awesome job!

[Linda, Charlie Brown and Beau]

Thanks Ro.  You did a terrific job on your photos.  I especially love the first photo of your beautiful lap dog Enzo with the medal around her neck!  Just wanted to say how much I have enjoyed getting to know you a little better through our email conversations.  I hope to me you in person some day.  If you are ever in the Washington wine country, please call so we can get together! 

P.S., don't forget to read the journal page by page as it is such a big part of winning the medal. It really gives an insight into how wonderful DK members - really words from the heart!

[Rosemary (Ro) and Enzo]

((HUGS)) thank you Linda! You have made the receiving of the HDA just that much more special!
I have been slowly reading the Journal each night...so many special people and I love all their sentiments!

[Pam Thomas]

Congratulations to a great dog and doodle mom. Love the charm-would love to know who made it.

[Rosemary (Ro) and Enzo]

Awwww, thanks, Pam. Your turn is right around the corner!

[Danni & Jedi]

Yay, congrats to you! On another note entirely, I NEED one of those charms in my life with "Jedi" on it :)

[Rosemary (Ro) and Enzo]

Thanks Dani! Linda posted, she has contacted the woman who made the purse charm for permission to post her name here on DK. LOL...she could retire on all the charms our members would order! ;)

[Robin and Libby Louise]

Wow, that is a record for sure!!!!  Love that charm, and the photos.  Congrats!!!!

[Rosemary (Ro) and Enzo]

Thanks, Libby! LOL, not sure about a record, but it sure has been fun!

[Laurie, Fudge, and Vern]

Welcome to the club!! Congratulations and love your bag of loot :) I LOVE that charm. I need one. Linda is gonna have to tell us where she got it. Enzo looks very happy!!

[Rosemary (Ro) and Enzo]

Thanks, Laurie! Lov'in the loot! ;)

[Lori, Quincy & Frankie]

Congratulations!  Love the goodies and the pictures!  Wear your charm in good health! and keep smilin' Enzo!