WE MET MICKEY!!! Thank You For Your Warm Wishes

[Marissa and 'Mickey']

I would like to thank all of you for your warm welcome. Seamus and I drove from Pittsburgh to NJ last night for a visit. During our time in the car Seamus and I discussed Mickey. We talked about how we needed to be quite and gentle when first met him. We discussed how we would talk in a low baby voice, get low to the ground, not rub the top of his head (per my sisters orders), and give him a chance to get used to us. WELL, what really happened was....Sammie and Adrianne (Mom) came out to greet us. We said hello and couldn’t wait to meet our little man. Then Mom opened the gate and all bets were off. All of our careful planning, deliberate concern immediately went out the window. We were most likely to loud and intrusive (but who could help it...is so so cute.) Obviously he was scared and barely came over to us. I wasn't upset about that since I knew he needed time to warm up. What did upset me was his size. He is skin and bones. Mom kept warning me and taking pics, BUT to feel his hips and rib bones was very sad and heart breaking PLUS he had already gained weight. This is craziness!!

(back to the story)...Seamus and I went to the backyard. Mom was trying to give Mickey his nightly meds. It wasn't going very well. However, Seamus and I soon realized that if he walked one-way Mickey would go the other way. That helped a little. Ever few minutes I would get a rub in. He tolerated us but was only comfortable if Mom or Sammie was there. Again, understandable. Finally he allowed me to pick him up. We sat in a chair and Mom turned Mickey on his back like a nursing baby. It was so sweet. I rubbed him, which is a little hard since there is little skin covering all those bones, etc. I went to move him to put him back on the floor (i didn't want to overwhelm him) when he layed across my belly with his head on shoulder. That was the sweetest moment ever! I mean ever! He is so gentle. And Sammie is defiantly a saint. Mickey is Sammie's shadow. He just trails her, or runs under her, or over. It is very funny to watch. Sammie is just fabulous!! Thanks Sam!! Well, long story short Seamus and I are trying to bond with MIckey. However, we aren't pushing the situation (although if I could I would swoop him up and run for higher grounds...like Pittsburgh) Just kidding Mom!!! ;) Thanks to the DK community for your support. Mickey and I appreciate you!! And to all who assisted with Mickey. To my Mom…I love you!

[LuvMyAbby&Kaela]

That is so wonderful! You watch - a year from now you will be telling us all ..."It was one year ago today that I met Mickey for the first time, he was skittish, and skinny...." And you will be going on to tell us how amazing, and big he is....etc. Lucky Mickey! Lucky you!

[Nina, Phil, Harlow & Lacey]

Many, many congrats! Mickey now has a wonderful forever home!

[Joanne ~ Spud*]

Yeah! We can't wait to meet him too. Have a great weekend. Give you mom and dad a hug too.

[Marissa and 'Mickey']

Seamus and I really appreciate all your the love and support. It isn't hard to fall in love with Mickey. He is just delicious. He is very timid but still very loving. This evening after being with him for about 24 hrs he wagged his tail at me!!! Then just a few minutes ago I picked Mickey up and we snuggled together for a while. It felt like he was sinking into me. So sweet! He was so comfortable that I think he fell asleep. My husband took some pictures during our "bonding time". They are attached. I do have some fears for him (as all mom's do.) However I am sure that being with Mom and Sammie (for now) will help him acclimate to life outside of cages. Again, thanks to all for your kind words.

[Marissa and 'Mickey']

Here are the rest of our stuggle fest pictures

[Adina P]

Oh my goodness...I had no idea one of Adrianne's daughters was thinking of adopting Mickey! How lucky for you and Mickey...congrats! And keep us posted in Mr. Chocolatey Delicious' progress =)