Houdini turns a big whopping four today. Where has the time gone? It feels just like yesterday that Houdini was adopted and came to live at the Hotel Thompson.
We are keeping it pretty quiet today but later this evening, there will be a small party with Frosty Paws ice cream with a few anipal friends.
We just had to share this from Houdini’s first birthday – here he is blowing out his candle. Can you say aaww.
Happy Birthday pal!
Oh sweet friends – even in time of grief, Nellie’s mom Barb made this badge above for other anipals that have been interviewed by me here at the Hotel Thompson. We received this email yesterday when mom/dad were running around doing errands from mom’s accident several weeks ago. Mom actually cried. Do you know it is so hard in life to find true friends and we have so many here in blogville. I can imagine Nellie’s mom and all of the hurt she is going through at this time. We have been there too with the anniversary of our Mouse Girl’s passing coming up next week. The only thing that remotely helps our grieve in times like this is to know that all of our wonderful friends that have already passed the Rainbow Bridge are now greeting the newcomers. It brings tears to our eyes and hearts knowing there are so many that are leaving us but we want to remember that although they are gone, they are never very far from our hearts and memories.
So my friends that have been interviewed by Bacon, please accept this badge to post proudly on your page. Not only for Bacon but for remembering where the badge came from with love.
We miss all of our beloved anipal friends that have passed. And for the rest of the day, we would like to light this candle in their memories. We hope that you share on your blog. Much love my friends from all of us here at the Hotel Thompson ❤
Hey friends! How was your week? Mine was awesome – I got a lot of lap time from mom. You gotta love mommy lap time, right? It’s the bestest in the entire world. And I learned something so exciting and wonderful. If mom is walking or standing and if I reach out with my front paws on her leg, she picks me up and loves on me. OMD – why didn’t I learn this earlier in my puppy life? Every time I turn around now, I have to do this so mom holds me and only me. What a life!? If she holds me and puts me down, I give a little grunt of dissatisfaction and she picks me back up. WOW! Then she carries me everywhere – to the mailbox, out in the back yard, up the street to Nana’s – wherever. Did you know this maneuver my friends? If not, you need to try it and let me know what you think.
And this picture of me – let me explain 😦 You see I went to sleep and when I woke up the pillow had exploded. Yep that’s it. That’s the story I’m sticking to for sure – looks innocently and gives you a puppy kiss.
Hello my friends. If you have been following my blog for any length of time, then you know that my mom/dad are crae-crae, crazy, over the top, not swimming with both oars or shall we say can not go out into public without getting into trouble. You understand where I’m coming from?
This weekend was no exception. I’m telling you, mom/dad left to their own devices not under anipal care, can be committed somewhere with matching white jackets that tie in the back. At this point, you are probably asking yourself well what the heck did they do this time?
Dad had been telling mom all week that Saturday night, he was taking her somewhere special, somewhere with pizzazz with great food and that the place was very popular. Come Saturday night, mom donned some special clothes and met dad in the front room. Dad told her, “Honey you are way overdressed.” So mom went and put on some jeans and a t-shirt. That’s when she started thinking what kind of “nice” place was this restaurant.
They get into the Jeep and dad gives mom instructions. That’s when… give me a moment to snort with piggy laughter… they arrived at the special restaurant with pizzazz – the local Sam’s Warehouse. OMP – mom busted out laughing so hard and was thankful she changed clothes for this special outing.
Mom/dad entered the warehouse and had the person at the door check their membership. That’s when dad told the greeter that he needed a table for two. Mom just shook her head and laughed.
So mom/dad find the best seat in the house and decide what they want for dinner. They chose pizza – astonishing huh? But not just any pizza. Dad referred to it as the best pizza this south of Atlanta. And the picture really does not do it justice. That one pizza slice is as big as a regular paper plate – or fine china as daddy called it that night. So, two slices of pizza and two drinks for an astonishing $4.00 date night. Can you beat that? Snorts with piggy laughter. So, the next time you are at your local Sam’s Club, check out the amazing pizza… not that I would know personally because mom/dad didn’t bring me home a piggy bag.
We here at the Hotel Thompson have some very sad news to share today my friends. It is with such sorrow that we share the news that Mouse Girl (affectionately know here as OMG – oh Mouse Girl) passed away yesterday on Mother’s Day and is now over the Rainbow Bridge.
Mouse Girl was 10 years old and she picked us to live with 8 years ago at a local shelter. She brought so much happiness and laughter to our house. Mouse Girl was a Maine Coon kitty, was very shy to peeps she didn’t know and will so greatly be missed.
Her passing was sudden, she had not been showing any signs of being sick at all. But things change so quickly and suddenly she is gone. Bare with us our friends as we grieve here at the Hotel Thompson. We will be posting replies and back to visiting blogs soon. ♥ We appreciate all of the emails, messages, posts and phone calls. Friends like you ROCK!
Rules for Anipal Appreciation Day:
Cousin Sammy – I’ve known him for years now. He is a great guy – a bestest friend and always willing to lend a helping paw. He goes out of his way to make you feel loved and welcomed even though at times I know he doesn’t feel well. And you know what? He gets that from his humans. And technically, he and I *may* be related somewhere down the road with his parents and my parents being second, third or fourth cousins or something.
Brother Easy – Dude! He is funny, he is kind, he is a hoot and he has the hardest job keeping his staff in line with their own antics. And you know what? Any time you need something, he is always there for you with a helping paw.
Felix – Now we all know the regular guys from Fozzie’s world – Dinnermintz, Doc, Forrest, Marbles, Cleo, Jacque, Pickles and Oscar (Did I miss anyone?) Do you know Felix? I mean all of this clan hold a special place in our hearts here at the Hotel Thompson but Felix especially. Why? Because Felix gave up some wool and Fozzie gave it to another person that is special in our hearts – Auntie Sharon. Auntie Sharon then spun that beautiful wool and made Fozzie, herself and my mom a scarf to keep their necks warm in the cooler weather. In fact, my mom calls her scarf Felix. Cool huh? You gotta love this bunch from down under ❤
Shoko and Kali – WOWZER! These are the coolest cats I’ve met in Canada. You know what is even more cool – if that’s possible? My mom/dad have met their mom/dad in real life. Yep nods head. They have and they had a BLAST together. Talk about laughing until your tummy hurts. They are all a cool bunch!
Reilly and Denny – They are an awesome duo that live in a wonderful place full of beaches, sand and the sun. They are beyond creative in finding their adventures from trails, their backyard (minus the snakes please) to roaming the beaches looking for trinkets to keep. I would love to hang out with these and have fun running and exploring.
Cupcake – I’ll let everyone in on a secret with something about Cupcake. The little pooch here – Houdini – has a *thang* for Cupcake. He loves her. He pulls her blog up and watches her picture for hours dreaming about running, playing and watching the movie Lady and the Tramp together. Shakes piggy head. He has it bad.
Dante – You talk about big things coming in little sizes – this is that. Dante is what maybe 6 pounds (kind of like Houdini) and has the biggest heart. He is always inspiring us to be nicer – to do more – to smile and give love. And in this day and time, we need all of the love we can share. Right?
Little Binky – Smiling and shaking my head. I love Little Binky and his granny. I watch him in his backyard looking around and playing around his new house.
Sam – Did you know that Sam is part of a therapy team with his mom? He brings smiles to patients in a hospital and hospice care. I’m telling you my friends, Sam brings a smile to my face just reading his blog and his adventures. He’s a friend that is always giving and giving.
Of course, the list can go on and on and on for days. These are just ‘some’ of the people that have touched our lives here at the Hotel Thompson. It is in no way – ALL. In fact, throughout the day, I’m sure I will be adding more and more here and there and in the comments. We love you ALL here in blogville. And believe it or not, YOU have touched our lives here. You bring smiles to our faces, you touch us when we are down, you make us laugh/snort. We talk about you to our friends – which is hilarious to here. Yes, YOU are a HUGE part of our lives. Each and everyone – from being listed to those that maybe we don’t even talk to but every couple of days. YOU inspire us. YOU hold a special place in our heart. We grieve with you. We laugh with you. We joke with you. YOU ARE FAMILY MY FRIENDS.
For example, my Cousin Sammy. I’ve known him for years now. He is a great guy – a bestest friend and always willing to lend a helping paw. He goes out of his way to make you feel loved and welcomed even though at times I know he doesn’t feel well. And you know what? He gets that from his humans. And technically, he and I *may* be related somewhere down the road with his parents and my parents being second, third or fourth cousins or something. So there’s a shout out to my buddy.Rules for Anipal Appreciation Day:
Dear Bacon – Bunyoga – sigh – I highly recommend it. Me and my friend love to do the Bun-Bun Flat position daily. Lay on your back, feet up in the air and ears straight out. It helps to relax all of the muscles in your body. If you get a chance, try it. You may just love it and rename is Pig Flat. Signed Yoga Buns
Dear Yoga Buns – OMP. I gotta try this position. I think I can actually do it and like you said ENJOY IT! Thanks for the tip!
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Dear Bacon – A lot of times people mistake me for a towel. I don’t get it. Why would they do that? Signed Relaxed
Dear Relaxed – Snorts my friend. I might see a slight resemblance to why they think that. It might be due to the cute way your entire body just relaxes. But I have to admit, it brings out that cute little nose of yours – carry on sweet cute friend.
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Dear Bacon – WOW! That was deep. I just read in a book here that dogs like to chase their own tails. Talk about dumb. I had to take my glasses off and just think about that for a while. No wonder us cats are superior to the barky things. Signed Princess
Dear Princess – Yep, nods head, I’ve seen them do that. It’s wild to watch. What’s even funnier – seeing them ‘catch’ it. Now that is something you don’t want to miss my friend. Snorts.
Dear Bacon – Just a quick note my friend. I know your little brother wears clothes a lot too. I highly recommend it. Sometimes we get cold going naked and just need a little something more. It’s one of those things that you don’t knock until you try it. I like to dress for the occasion and have a closet full of choices. Tell Houdini the next time he is in my area to stop by. We can have tea and discuss this years fashion. Signed Merk
Dear Merk – WOW. Just WOW. I’ve never seen a… a… a purr thing wearing clothes. I can say that I see why you would feel cool and naked without clothes. And I have to admit that you make that sweater my friend. It really makes the blue in your eyes pop. I will definitely give Houdini your message and let him know to call you. I think you two can become close and tight friends. Stay warm… and dressed.
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Dear Bacon – I like to say that not every anipal can carry this look but I know I can. With my skin texture, my humans had me some specially made sunglasses to protect my eyes. I think I rock them. What do you think? Signed Matrix
Dear Matrix – Hey, do you know Merk above? I think you two could be fast friends. And I think protecting your eyes should be number 1. Number 2 should be covering all of that skin. You wouldn’t want to get a sunburn. Stay safe!
Remember my friends that Dear Bacon can’t happen without YOU. Please continue to send your pictures and letters to my email address. 🙂
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