Happy Birthday Murphy!

I originally posted this as a blog this morning, but I've just heard that Adina may be tied up so this likely wouldn't get approved today...so I'm going to post it as a discussion even though it kind of "breaks the rules"

This is Murphy's sixth birthday....and it has been quite a ride. For some of you who were part of DK "back in the day", you may be remembering when I blogged about wanting to get a "little sister" for Guinness. I had visions of a sweet little fluffy girl that I would rescue and present to Guinness. I had no doubt that she would "complete Guinness". I found a little mixed breed on Petfinder and fell in love....sadly she went to some other home that I'm pretty sure wasn't as good as the home we would give her...but that's the way it goes. So I was sad....really sad. Then one Friday night the phone rang and my good friends Karen and Jacquie at DRC had a puppy for me. He was only 10 weeks and his people had to give him up because the Mom had a terrible allergic reaction. When I saw his picture and heard that his name was Murphy I was already in love, but I did have to verify that he would be a mini or medium Doodle. We live in a condo with restrictions (plus we're kind of "old" so a big dog wouldn't be a great idea). Anyway that would not be an issue since the vet said he would be a medium (he weighs 70 pounds...LOL). So off we went to NJ where he was living with his foster family to pick up our "new baby". He was SO DARN CUTE....there was no doubt that I would love him forever. Well I could go on and on about the challenges that Murph brings to our lives, but it really is inconsequential. Actually because the two of us have had to work so hard together I think he has helped me in so many ways and enriched my life. I am ever grateful to DRC for bringing him to us....this is where he was meant to be. I'm reading a book called Dog Medicine and there's a quote by Eckhart Tolle that made me think of Murph and me... "The vital function that pets fulfill in this world hasn't been fully recognized. They keep millions of people sane. When you pet a dog or listen to a cat purring, thinking may subside for a moment and a space of stillness arises within you, a doorway into Being." There are times when Guinness wants to give his brother back, but in reality they are truly bonded. They understand each other and hate to be separated. I wish Murph could have a Birthday dinner...but with his IBD that's not in the cards....maybe just a few extra spoonfuls of his "rabbit" topper. I will give him lots of extra hugs and some indoor fetch (it's raining outside). Here's a picture of "little Murph".

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Permalink Reply by Lucy & AnnaBelle's Mom on December 18, 2015 at 10:51am

I remember this photo like it was yesterday. I remember the little girl you were looking at and like everyone else was so disappointed when they didn't choose you. They have no idea what type home they passed on. But things happen for a reason and Murphy won the lottery. So many would have given up on him, but not you. I applaud all your efforts and expense you have put into making sure Murphy has a wonderful life. Happy Birthday big boy.

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Permalink Reply by Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle on December 18, 2015 at 11:25am

Amen, Sheri.

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Permalink Reply by Jane, Guinness and Murphy on December 18, 2015 at 12:29pm

Oh thank you SO much, Sheri! Things really do happen for a reason....I would have had no idea what I was missing if he hadn't come into out lives. He is a big, goofy, "Mama's Boy".

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Permalink Reply by Anne & Mr. Haley on December 18, 2015 at 11:15am

Happy Birthday Murphy, you big handsome doodle. Hopee you have a great day

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Permalink Reply by Jane, Guinness and Murphy on December 18, 2015 at 12:30pm

Thanks Anne and Mr. Haley!

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Permalink Reply by charlotte bednarsh on December 18, 2015 at 12:38pm

Murphy's head must be swelling given all the birthday wishes he is getting....does he celebrate his birthday for a week like most kids do? HAPPY DAY AFTER YOUR BIRTHDAY, MURPHY! With lots of love and puppy hugs, Charley and Paz

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Permalink Reply by Jane, Guinness and Murphy on December 18, 2015 at 1:18pm

Everyone has been so sweet. We celebrated yesterday and today he went to Daycare so I could get lots of last minute Christmas errands done. The Daycare put this picture out on Facebook of the two boys....that's my Murph.