Today is also an anniversary of sorts for my mom/dad. Dad actually popped the question to mom years ago by asking her to marry him on Valentine’s Day. So today has a special place in their hearts. I think they are actually going out on a date night tonight to celebrate.
Hope everyone has a wonderful day!! And I have to ask my friends. Will you be my Valenpig? XOXO – Bacon
P.S. Let me tell you a little diddy I read on some mythology lore. According to Greek mythology, humans were born with four arms, four legs and a head with two faces. Fearing their power, Zeus split and separated them into two parts. He then condemned the two parts to spend the rest of their lives in search of their other halves. Knowing this, it makes sense that humans are looking for their other half in love. I like to think mom/dad found theirs.
Today is also an anniversary of sorts for my mom/dad. Dad actually popped the question to mom years ago by asking her to marry him on Valentine’s Day. So today has a special place in their hearts. I think they are actually going out on a date night tonight to celebrate.
Hope everyone has a wonderful day!! And I have to ask my friends.
Oh friends – you must try this. I saw this on the internet and thought it would be a snort of a great time. I gave it to mom/dad and they are going to try it this weekend. Lord only knows where they will end up – snorts with piggy laughter. Let me know if you try this too.
Oh my piggy heavens – squeals! I got a letter from the strawberry I met at Summer Camp – you know Piper. Piggy swoons – she even sent me pictures. WOWZER – isn’t she a looker my friends? Now do you see what I saw in her at camp? Hubba hubba – I’m attaching her letter for you to read 🙂
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Dear Bacon,
I hope my letter and picture finds you safe and happy. I really enjoyed our times together at Summer Camp a couple of weeks ago. I’ll be truthful with you – I miss you my oinker friend. I can’t get you off of my mind. I dream about you – see the happy look on my face. I keep reliving our last day together where we shared our first hog and snout kiss – ❤ dreamy. You know I don’t live too far away. My mom said she would be game for a piggy date in the future… that is if you want to see me again. Much love my porky love. Love and ❤ kisses – Your Piper
Special Thanks To Laura Gerry who sent “Piper’s” pictures. You are so awesome our friend ❤
Oh my friends. Have you ever had one of those weekends where you did so very much that you finally just prayed for Monday to get here STAT because of being tired? Can you relate? Mom and dad had one of those weekends. Mom was already feeling slightly under the weather with her flare up. But Sunday night, she could barely walk. But I’m getting ahead of myself. So this is what those two humans of mine did.
Saturday – They got up for breakfast early and tried a new restaurant. Yes mom took pictures that I will post soon. They looked good too. After breakfast, they had to go to Kaiser to pick up some prescriptions. Then mom finally got her nails done – which was long needed. Then they went to Petsmart. Trust me, all of us anipals here at the Hotel Thompson wanted to go to Petsmart. But mom/dad said we couldn’t go because they were running all errands this morning before coming home to crash… which mom did 🙂 So after Petsmart and doing what dad said was ‘buying them out’ – rolls piggy eyes, they went to Wally World – Walmart for those that know the place. Daddy then got a haircut and afterwards, he and mom looked around for some things they needed. So, you see mom/dad did a LOT of walking all over the place. Which normally wouldn’t be bad but with mom’s current flare up situation, it wasn’t good. They left the house this morning around 8AM and didn’t get back home until way after 2PM. Then they had to unload the Jeep and put everything up. That’s a lot of work. With mommy not feeling too well lately, daddy wanted to go someone special for their date night tonight. So they left the house again at 4PM to go to a restaurant that is about 35 miles away.. not just any restaurant though. They have crab legs 🙂 Yum…. not that they brought me any back tonight – snorts.
Sunday – They got up for round 2 of shopping and getting errands done. They got up and went to a local place for breakfast – Cracker Barrel. Afterwards they had to go to a home improvement store named Lowes. Mom had some stuff she needed to return and they had pick up light bulbs and air filters for the Hotel Thompson. Of course, one things leads to another and the next thing they know they have a buggy full of stuff. But some of the things they found my friends – Oh my piggy heavens. I’ll share with you on another post on that – my parents are too hilarious! After dropping off these items at the Hotel Thompson, mom and dad wanted to go to another Wally World location to see if they had something they wanted that the other store didn’t… so off they went again. Not only did they find some things they were looking for but of course they found some more stuff. Did I mention that mommy *hates* shopping? She does. She can’t stand it. So she waits and makes lists and then tries to get everything at once. Silly mom huh?
Afterwards, it was time to do the monthly shopping so off they went to Kroger. Once there, they had to pick up some other medicines they had filled at their pharmacy. Then the major shopping for the Hotel Thompson. And did I mention that mom is a HUGE coupon shopper? She tells us anipals that she has to be so she can’t keep us accustomed to the way we are living. I don’t get it – do you? Mommy keeps up with her grocery list on her iPhone – there is actually an ap for that – snorts. So when we are out of something, she adds it to the list for the next trip. She also keeps up with her coupons on her iPhone. Mom says the one thing about shopping with coupons is organization and that it takes time. So they were at the grocery store for over two hours! Daddy told mommy at one time that just because they have room in the Jeep now doesn’t mean she had to fill him to the rim in this one trip – snorts – silly daddy. But then daddy also said that thank goodness they had Casper the new Jeep because everything they got would NOT have fit into Albert the Smart car. See all of the stuff in the back of Casper. You want to take a gander of the cost? Now mom/dad grocery shop majorly every 2-3 months. They will go every other week just to get milk and bread. The total cost of this shopping spree came out to be $178.00 – she then handed the cashier all of her coupons and told him to ‘make it rain savings’. Snorts – that’s my mommy. After mom’s coupons and such, it came down to a final price of $127.00 – mom said even the cashier was shocked and amazed at that. All of this for two somewhat adults, one pooch, two purr things and of course me who daddy says eats like a small child – snorts.
Then they came home to unload everything. Now mom has a great conclusion to this. She says, you shop all over the store and put things in your buggy. Then you have to unload everything at the register to be rung up. Then you have to load everything in your car to take home. Then you get home and have to take everything into the house and THEN put everything up. What a crap play huh? But daddy knew that mommy wasn’t feeling to good so he parked her in the kitchen and he brought everything into the house for her… aaww – that was sweet. Mom put everything up and crashed on the couch afterwards.
There she was medicated trying to get some rest while waiting for my Auntie Tina and cousins Savannah and Maverick to make it home. See they are visiting for a couple of days and was due to arrive at Nanas Sunday night. Mom finally got the call and her and dad then went to pick them all up for dinner. They went to a great pizza place and talked, laughed and got caught up. Afterwards, Auntie Tina and my cousins came to the Hotel Thompson to visit all of us anipals. That was great fun! We are all older now and loved the extra attention. And a certain piggy may or may not have done some cute things for that extra attention – just sayin’ . When they were done visiting, mom took them and Houdini up to Nana’s for a short visit. She was only there for a little over 30 minutes and then came home. After doing the medicines, for the week, she crashed pretty hard. Who cards that it was only 7PM, right?
So you see, we are all kind of excited that this past weekend is done. Completed. Over. Finished. All but one little itsy bitsy thing. What you ask? Snorts – I’m glad you asked. Tonight mom/dad are taking Houdini to a new groomer. This should be fun. Their appointment is at 6PM, right after mom’s work. Houdini doesn’t know yet. I’ll keep you posted on the results my friends. And one little question, is it the weekend yet? Snorts
Today is also an anniversary of sorts for my mom/dad. Dad actually popped the question to mom years ago by asking her to marry him on Valentine’s Day. So today has a special place in their hearts. I think they are actually going out on a date night tonight to celebrate.
Hope everyone has a wonderful day!! And I have to ask my friends. Will you be my Valenpig? XOXO – Bacon
They say that admission is the first step. I’m here to tell you the truth first hand before it gets out. Nylablue please forgive me for I have strayed. A momentary lapse in judgment was all that it took.
One night when mom and dad went out on their date, I made a few phone calls myself. I invited a certain lady over and well things got a little too far. Before I knew it, we were in mom and dad’s room on their Select Comfort bed and Barry White’s It’s Ecstasy When You Lay Down Next Me was playing in the background on the stereo system.
I was hand feeding my lady strawberries and whip cream and she was doing the same for me. It was really great. And then things got heavy.
I know I shouldn’t have. It wasn’t right. I’m not that kind of pig. But I guess dad was right in saying that one day I would grow up and step away from mom to be a man pig. Well I did. I guess in 114 days, we will have some little Bacon Juniors and Bacon Juniorettes running around the Hotel Thompson.
I’m sorry if you think worse of me. It is Spring and that time in a little pigs life.
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Of course I didn’t! Snorts – my mommy raised me better than that! Love you my friends 😉
Date night *finally* got here this past weekend. I’ve been walking on a cloud every since my Nylablue at http://nylabluesmum.wordpress.com/ said she would go out with me. So much planning needed to be done. I wanted our first date to be something that she would always remember and dream about. My bud Speedy at http://www.speedyhousebunny.com/ graciously offered to help me out. I don’t know what I would have done without his help. I’ll tell you, for a little rabbit – he has some *super powers*!
Date night came quickly with all of this planning. Speedy jumped into his magic closet to travel and pick me up so we could flash to Canada to pick up my love. Let me tell you, traveling in buns magical closet was something in itself. Speedy is FAST. He picked me up like I didn’t weigh anything at all and we jumped in the tunnel. I closed my eyes so tight and the next thing I knew there we were in Canada. I should have put on my winter coat because it’s cold there! I don’t see how my love does it. But that’s okay, I’m here to keep her warm now 🙂 Introductions were made in real life with Nylablue’s mother, Sherri-Ellen. I promised to have our princess home at a decent time and not to tire her out too much. Then, we were off.
Speedy pulled the limousine around and picked us up in style. There’s nothing like a white stretch limo to make the girls swoon, huh? This one was fantastic! There was so much room for us inside to stretch out and partake in some of the goodies that Speedy had stocked up in the limo. Nothing but the best for my little Nylablue..
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There was plenty of bottled water stocked and Speedy even remembered to stock some light snacks for us. There was tuna, crackers, shrimp balls and this fabulous aged cheese. It was all very delicious. But do you know what made it even more special? Having my sweet lady right there beside me to enjoy everything. We sat, snacked and talked about our lives while watching the landscape pass us by in the limousine windows. It was by far the highlight of my life so far. Nylablue stretched out on one of the seats and looked like the princess she is.
Our first stop in our magical journey was an ancient temple in Cambodia. You know I figured cats are curious and that Nylablue would love this. We all got out to investigate the temple and the grounds. It was like a magical moment trapped in time. Everything was so quiet and it was like just the three of us were the only ones left in the world. It had a very calming and healing effect I believe. I’ve never seen grass so green and believe it or not – it didn’t feel weird on my hooves which is something I normally hate. It was pigawesome. And Speedy, he was wonderful in telling us about other temples he had been to.
When we got done exploring, we went to the back of the temple and found a gorgeous lake. It was pure bliss that we all stretched out and let the warm sun rays envelope us. We stayed there for almost an hour in silence. No one really needed to say anything. We were all content and happy. We had each other, the sun and the beautiful day that we had been looking forward to so much. It was our little heaven. It was as close to perfect that we could ever plan.
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After a while, my pot belly started to rumble. Darn that belly. But by that time Nylablue was started to get a little hungry as well. We decided to have a little picnic right there with the mountains in the background. Speedy had packed us a variety of different delights. There was a magnificent tuna spread, baked carrots, aged cheese and chicken. This was definitely the best picnic basket I’ve seen. We took turns trying different foods and yes we might have fed each other a bit. Some things need to remain at the temple 🙂
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Afterwards, we went walking in a field next to the lake that was filled with daisies and butterflies. Nylablue and I took turns chasing the butterflies and running through the daisies. It was an afternoon of carefree delight in doing nothing but having fun with each other. We even played tag for a while. Then we played hide and seek. Nylablue hid first and I asked her if I found her what would I get? She purred and meowed. I snorted, closed my eyes and started to count. All I can tell you is that I found her and a gentlepig never tells of his adventures. This was the best date of my entire life. So much so that I made my little Nylablue a video of our time together. I hope she enjoys it as much as I enjoyed my day with her. And Speedy, thanks my man for helping us out with your talents. You are the best!
This is a run by posting – snorts. I’ve got so much to get done before my big date this weekend with my love Nylablue. You know – mani/pedicure, shampoo, bath, must find Jovan musk cologne, reservations – sigh – the list is long.
I thought I would stop by on this Friday for Five Facts about me 🙂
I’m going on my first date this weekend. Oh, you already knew that huh? Did you know it was with a cute little purr thing called Nylablue? Oh, you already knew that too huh? Did you know she already has a boyfriend? Aaww – didn’t know that did you? Yep, she does. But who says you can’t have more than one boyfriend right? She doesn’t have a ring on her finger yet? And I think Beyonce said it best, “All the single ladies put your hands up in the air… you shoulda put a ring on it”. Snorts – no offense Nyla’s other boyfriend.
We’re having cabbage for dinner tonight and it’s one of my favorites although it’s not my mom’s favorite. No, not that she doesn’t like to eat it because she does. It’s one of her favorites as well. It’s not her favorite because when *I* eat it let’s just say it’s a meal that keeps on giving in what dad refers to as SBD’s (silent but deadly) air weaponry. Snorts.
I think I’m starting to watch the ID (Investigative Discovery) channel too much. I see stories that I’ve seen on different shows on this channel and I can tell you what’s going to happen. I can also tell you not what to do at a crime scene. Sometimes, daddy tells me that I need to get into forensics. Oh Abby on NCIC – do you need a partner? Hubba-hubba
Sometimes – now don’t tell anyone okay – sometimes I will pull Mouse Girls tail (she’s the other purr thing here at the Hotel Thompson) and then walk away. Everyone assumes it’s Hemi. I mean *I* never would do anything like that, right? Snorts. I think I just like to hear daddy say OMG (oh Mouse Girl). Too fun.
I listen to a lot of music but I still can’t get into rap. It just doesn’t make sense to me. Maybe one day it will. Shakes piggy head. Nah, it won’t.
Happy weekend my friends! I hope you learned something new about me.
My little friend Nylablue at http://nylabluesmum.wordpress.com/ is feeling a little down under the weather. I can’t have that. I need Nylablue feeling better. Cause I’ll tell you a secret… come closer. We’re keeping it a secret for a bit longer but I’ll tell you my friends. When Nylablue feels better, she has accepted to go out on a date with me. That’s right. My first date with my Nylablue – I am so pigstatic!
But, we have to get Nylablue feeling better. Can you help me out friends? Can you cheer her up, send her some messages, email – anything.
And Nylablue, if you are reading this. Please get better soon. I’m praying for you. You work on getting better. Sending you hogs and snout kisses my sweet friend!
UPDATE –
Just got an email from Nylablue’s mother. She says that Nylablue is having a flareup of bowel disease and needs prayers. Please my friends – let’s get that prayer chain going out. Thanks!!
Miniature pot bellied pig and friends - Bacon, Houdini, Hemi and all of the Rock Clan with Journalist Rocky the Squirrel all out looking for adventures from the Hotel Thompson.
Saturday
they went to Petsmart. Trust me, all of us anipals here at the Hotel Thompson wanted to go to Petsmart. But mom/dad said we couldn’t go because they were running all errands this morning before coming home to crash… which mom did 🙂 So after Petsmart and doing what dad said was ‘buying them out’ – rolls piggy eyes, they went to Wally World – Walmart for those that know the place. Daddy then got a haircut and afterwards, he and mom looked around for some things they needed. So, you see mom/dad did a LOT of walking all over the place. Which normally wouldn’t be bad but with mom’s current flare up situation, it wasn’t good. They left the house this morning around 8AM and didn’t get back home until way after 2PM. Then they had to unload the Jeep and put everything up. That’s a lot of work. With mommy not feeling too well lately, daddy wanted to go someone special for their date night tonight. So they left the house again at 4PM to go to a restaurant that is about 35 miles away.. not just any restaurant though. They have crab legs 🙂 Yum…. not that they brought me any back tonight – snorts.
Sunday
e call and her and dad then went to pick them all up for dinner. They went to a great pizza place and talked, laughed and got caught up. Afterwards, Auntie Tina and my cousins came to the Hotel Thompson to visit all of us anipals. That was great fun! We are all older now and loved the extra attention. And a certain piggy may or may not have done some cute things for that extra attention – just sayin’ . When they were done visiting, mom took them and Houdini up to Nana’s for a short visit. She was only there for a little over 30 minutes and then came home. After doing the medicines, for the week, she crashed pretty hard. Who cards that it was only 7PM, right?
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