“I like your style…you don’t take yourself too seriously.” It was a great compliment about my blog, especially as it came from Mr. W, who is not only our Ange Guardian in this village (who, along with his companion, the lovely Ms. L are responsible for our renting this house) but he is also one of the original Mad Men who rocked out the advertising world of Manhattan in real-time.
His words gave me the inner yep to go ahead with this post, one that several of you have been asking for…and you know who you are. While there will be a second part to my previous post, this qualifies as well for it is just about…the puppers. Parfois, je ne veux pas prendre la tête…simple photos et mots…et c’est très bien comme ça…
So, as to that title? Eh non…et beh oui. Ben and Kipling are so very different in many, many ways. Don’t be fooled by Kipling’s sweet demeanour, he can be one tough customer. We have had a surprisingly difficult time with him since we have moved here. This previously abandoned dog has a new territory to conquer and claim it he has. He continues to challenge all that cross his path. We have had to be more vigilant than I have ever experienced with a dog. But…after a few hard incidents, I think, I hope that he is beginning to trust the here of Home.
Ben, however, is everyone’s friend. He is unbelievably smart, wise even – with lessons that we can all learn from – and gets along with anyone and their complicated dogs…
…such as Kipling.
Who could resist that face? He is great company and a good friend.
But here is the interesting thing. Each one has slowly – and I do mean slowly – had his effect on the other. Kipling has made Ben a little more daring, a dash more masculine “dog” while Ben has certainly calmed Kipling and show him the importance of using manners and charm to get what you want..
And while they still don’t play together as I had initially hoped, they are definitely now a team (shown above at the airport where they were my Official Welcoming Committee). They lay closer together and somehow communicate without a sign passing between them – whether it is the moment to convince me to feed them or take them out. It is amazing to watch. So while they remain uniquely different, in their connection and affection they express for us, they are two of a kind.
Have a wonderful weekend. Today is Remi’s birthday…
…and we are all enjoying it quietly. C’est ça la grande luxe…
Happy Birthday Honey, I love you and our doggies do too.
OH< I loved hearing your VOICE and seeing BEN with HIS STICK!
HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY to REMI!
YOU write a WONDERFUL BLOG…………….YOU should know that by NOW!
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Such beautiful dogs and so eloquently captured by you! Happy birthday to Remi! Yes, getting used to new places is challenging, as Karina will confirm. I hope Kipling settles in very soon.
Heather, what a wonderful moment it must have been to receive that compliment from Mr. W .. congrats on that! Wishing Remi an excellent Birthday and acknowledging the innate intelligence of posting those beautiful "Doggie Pics" … Kids n' Dogs .. you just can't go wrong! Nice post!
Bill Facker
http://www.Kauai-to-Paris.com
Pure love! Happy Birthday, Remi. Have a wonderful relaxing day with the puppers and, o course, with Heather!
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What gorgeous dogs….those faces make me feel warm and fuzzy. Happy birthday to your man! x Sharon
Oh, those beautiful doggies. I do love them even if from afar. And, HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO REMI !!
Lift a glass for me. And, I loved hearing your laughter on the video. xx's
Heather, thank you for this post…yes, we know who we are;-) Such great portraits of two very content and well loved pups! I can only imagine the abandonment issues that a move has brought up with Kipling,but I am sure that once he realizes that you all will always be by his side he will settle in. Dear sweet,gentle and wise Ben will help him understand!
Wishing Remi the most happy of days, surrounded by those he loves,quiet reflection, and a glass or two of the bubbly!
Wishing Remi a wonderful day with you, the pups and your gorgeous home… Perfection… xv
dear H.,
your dogs are soooooo lovely! In their eyes I can see they deeply love you two and I am sure they love the place they live in.
Happy Birthaday Remi from Rome (it is not a tongue twister!) Have a very nice weekend!