Sunday, March 23, 2014

Cissy, Shadow and Another Rescue

A sunny and warm Saturday gave way to clouds and colder temperatures today.  But it didn't stop us from marking two little milestones at Golden Pines.
~Sheba~
It is exactly one year ago today that we met Cissy.  As I've said so many times and as those of you who have followed her journey know, its been quite a year for her.  We are grateful for each and every day that we have with Cissy and marvel at how far she has come.  Tests from a recent vet visit show that she's in pretty good health.  Seemingly unaware of this milestone, she quietly napped in the warm sun yesterday.  
The other milestone is that six months ago today Shadow became an official member of Golden Pines. There is no question, Shadow has found his place in the pack and in our home and hearts.
One of Shadow's best qualities is his patience -- He patiently waits for the door to magically open so he can see the cat.
And when he knows it's dinner time, he patiently waits in his crate for me to bring him his meal.
I have to remind myself that this most gentle of Golden's has practically just gotten here.  I cannot thank his first family, who are readers of this blog, enough for trusting us to give Shadow a home.

Finally this milestone again reminded me of how I've missed welcoming new additions into our home.  So we decided to step out of our little circle, and we applied to and became a foster home for Lab rescue, for their senior dogs.  I've no idea where this will take us, maybe nowhere. But one thing I do know, that if asked, we will always, always have room for a senior Golden in our home, and now, maybe, there's room for a senior Lab too. Stay tuned!

38 comments:

  1. you have such big hearts. so glad cissy and shadow found your love.

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  2. What a wonderful place !!!!!

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  3. Oh boy! Those labs are going to love Golden Pines.

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  4. How lucky that Lab will be, he or she,to find a home with you and your pack.

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  5. Ahhhh Kim, you make me cry happy tears, you are a wonderful Angel. Shadow is such a gentlemen, and Cissy came a long way. Golden Pines is beautiful as are you, Big Hugs Francine.

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  6. Oh Kim
    We are so happy for all the animals that you have shared your home with!
    Yess, Cissy has come a long ways,,, fitting right in- along with Shadow.
    Your hearts are big at Golden Pines,, and I do have a feeling a senior lab might just come your way.
    love
    tweedles

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  7. Oh Kim.... generous, kind-hearted, welcoming, precious human being, Kim!! I can think of no better place for a senior to be than on your homestead. What a wonderful place for furried friends to spend their last years. How blessed each furry member of your family is & has been.

    Carry on, dear compassionate one!

    Love ya~ Andrea
    XOXOXO

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  8. You are just the BEST, such sweeties to rescue these loving and lovely dogs.

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  9. Such a lovely place to retire to, if I was golden like Todd, when I retired I'd stay at y'alls place.

    Aroo to you,
    Sully

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  10. Time is just flying by! Cissy looks so good now. Shadow is such a sweetheart. So much love at your house!

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  11. I always love reading your updates at Golden Pines, the happy times, along with the sad times & the love you give to all of your dogs. You are such a giver. I hope when in your latter years of life if you ever need a little tender care, there will be someone as wonderful as you to look after you. Take care my friend.

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  12. Can't believe that the Golden Rescue is so petty. Good for you to help out some senior Labs. We're sure they'll be grateful!

    XXXOOO Bella & Roxy

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  13. A senior Lab ? How wonderful !

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  14. Kim, you are wonderful to open your home to these beautiful dogs.. Shadow and Cissy are both adorable sweet dogs..When hubby and I first married we started out with a Yellow Lab puppy named Sunshine, then we added a Golden named Daisy..we had a litter from both and kept a male choc lab named Maui and another Golden named Sierra. They were our favorite dogs and miss them so. Now, we have one our dear Goldie Girl..Have a happy week!

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  15. I just adore reading about Seniors...especially those at your house!...:)JP

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  16. You two are amazing. I can't even imagine how incredibly difficult it can be to take the dogs in but so truly rewarding too I would imagine. LOVE the photos of Shadow - such a great guy. :)

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  17. I agree with what everyone else has said, you and your dh are one in a million!

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  18. I marvel at your capacity for love and acceptance for all of these new additions to the Golden Pines family, and I am grateful that you are so good about posting updates about them. That way all of these four-legged sweethearts become part of our circle, too.

    I hope that your split with the Golden group doesn't affect your budding relationship with the Lab rescue. Been in rescue groups myself, so I know that stuff happens, relationships end, and new ones come along. (and you already know how much I LOVE Labs.)

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  19. How lucky Lab rescue will be to have you both on their team. Looking forward to reading about the new adventures :0)

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  20. Oh my goodness Kim....Labs too! You are so kind. I can't believe it's been a year since Cissy arrived - it seems like a couple of months. It's not just the dogs getting on....x

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  21. Kim, You are simply amazing to me!!! I count it an honor to know you here and so thankful for the love you pour out on all your pack. Well done friend. I know you will have more love surrounding you as you bring more pups home.
    Hugs,
    Noreen

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  22. How wonderful for both you, the pack and the senior Labs out there! Best of luck with your new venture!

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  23. What a great post Kim! Always good to hear about how well the 'residents' are doing. And what a sweetheart Shadow is!
    Good luck with the Labs.....this will be interesting to watch.

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  24. What a wonderful, joyful place is Golden Pines, Kim! Happy Milestone Celebrations! Shadow is beautiful, and how adorable that he waits for kitty! Hugs all around. :)

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  25. I cannot believe it's been a whole year. I'm so happy both Cissy and Shadow are doing well. And what a big heart you and Carl have. Any old Lab to come to your home will be one lucky dog, that's for sure.

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  26. I just have to say....thank you for being you!!!!!
    Can't wait until we can have a doggy..but for now 9 cats is quite a job!!

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  27. Oh that Shadow! He makes me melt...

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  28. So glad that Cissy and Shadow found you -- actually that all your babies found you!

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  29. i cried when shadow could stay.
    i was afraid his fascination with the kitty would make him have to leave.
    some dogs simply love kitties!
    and i'm glad of your news.
    your heart cannot go without saving a beautiful dog.
    and they're all beautiful!
    those silly silly people at that golden rescue place. so petty.
    but the labs need you too.
    so i'm glad!
    xoxo ♥

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  30. Oh I cannot wait to hear more!

    Stop on by for a visit
    Kari
    http://dogisgodinreverse.com/

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  31. Good luck with your new endeavor. Maybe one day I will read that you have applied to foster senior Chessies. :)

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  32. Wonderful milestones for sweet Sissy and patient Shadow. I love the stories of both.

    I hope that you get to foster senior Labs. You would be wonderful for them.

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  33. Hi Y'all!

    Oh lucky Shadow. Sissy has found love too. What a happy pack!

    Y'all come back now,
    Hawk aka BrownDog

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  34. how time flies, seems like only yesterday that Cissy came to stay and ... like....10 minutes ago for Shadow. GOOD FOR YOU - willing to take on senior Labs - I always used to tease my Lab owning friends that they are honorary Goldens; cause they're so much alike.

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  35. God made us in all shapes, sizes and colors, humans and dogs, kitties too.

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  36. I'm especially fond of Sissy and am glad to hear that she's doing well. Her looks have certainly changed since we first met her.

    It should be fun to shake things up a little with a Lab.

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