I woke up this morning thinking about all the special friends and joy I have found on Facebook . For me who only leaves the house on a average one time a week to get my picc line bandage change and blood work at the hospital it has been my connection to the world . What a gift Facebook has given to me , social connection . It has been a long hard year in treatment , but out of it came dear friends that I have never seen in person , but now belong deeply in my heart.
I have wanted a dog for about 8 months . Yes I would check out pet finder, when Anita was not looking . I followed up on some posting on Facebook, only to find the pup was in California , how could I ever make that happen ?
Then I had the honor of sketching Malcolm and Lucy , who belong to Karen Flicher and Beth Seaman . Both these little guys are doxies, which I had my heart set on because of my illness I knew a little dog would be easier .
I spent months bringing up my wish for another dog with Anita . Yes, I knew she was right , She does daily IV infusion , shots , pills and i spend days on the couch . Anita was so busy taking care of me how could I expect her to care for another dog ?
But those sketches gave me the longing , and Beth Seman was into rescues. .Before I knew it dogs for adoption were on my Facebook page and other friends were pitching in on the sales job to Anita . Tracey Sepela and Karen Flicher were the greatest saleswomen and poor Anita did not stand a chance . Anita said YES ! Lu and Pedey are part of our family .
Just so you know ladies every morning I hear laughter and giggles coming out of Anita , as Pedey and Lu lick her face . To hear that is heaven to me .
Thank you ladies for the joy you gave to us !
As an animal lover, no matter which breed you chose, having a dachshund makes life a little easier to cope with. Malcolm is and was my savior after I lost my husband last year. These little guys provide so much love and companionship how could you not have one or two or three in your life
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful column, sister! So glad Facebook brought us together, too!
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