Saturday, March 7, 2009

Parts of a Whole



When we started looking for a dog to join our family
through DFW Lab Rescue,
there were a few things I knew WE needed.


I wanted a dog that matched our carpet.
So all the pet hair wouldn't be too obvious.





I wanted the dog to be house-trained.






And, I didn't want a barker or a chewer.






I didn't realize I needed a dog that would love my boys
as much as I do.

A dog who enjoys playing as much as just lying at our feet.

A dog who's silly and sweet.





A dog that would steal our hearts
and put up with our pranks & being tied up.


We love you, Annie!







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39 comments:

  1. Scary MommyMarch 7, 2009 at 7:07 AM

    What a beauty!! And you are a genius for matching her to the carpet. I have a red dog. Oy.

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  2. AnonymousMarch 7, 2009 at 8:52 AM

    Awww....that is a sweet tribute to you sweety.

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  3. lynette355March 7, 2009 at 9:21 AM

    Our Lab Penny Bright is the nicest too

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  4. Teena in TorontoMarch 7, 2009 at 9:34 AM

    What a sweetie!

    I played too :)

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  5. Lilli & NevadaMarch 7, 2009 at 9:39 AM

    One thing about it she looks like she knows just how much she is loved
    Great idea about the carpet, i just got rid of my carpet

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  6. UnknownMarch 7, 2009 at 9:41 AM

    Awwww ...what a lovely tribute to your beautiful Annie.

    You gotta love that dog hair!! :-)

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  7. SnapMarch 7, 2009 at 10:19 AM

    What a wonderful tribute to your Annie and how smart of both of you to match the carpet! :)

    Thank you!

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  8. SkellerMarch 7, 2009 at 10:25 AM

    Awwwww, Annie. She loves well. And she is well-loved. A very good combination, indeed.

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  9. Sally-AnnMarch 7, 2009 at 10:40 AM

    I love your blogs about your dog. I think she looks like a "Annie". I'm not sure what qualifies someone to look like a "Annie", but the name seems appropriate!
    Thanks for visiting my blog - I used to pretend my bike was a horse as well!!!!

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  10. PseudoMarch 7, 2009 at 10:58 AM

    Hey Annie - looking good.

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  11. i beatiMarch 7, 2009 at 11:05 AM

    I know i love her. It's the eys sandy and the spirit

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  12. CarebearMarch 7, 2009 at 11:43 AM

    Oh, what a sweetie - and what a sweet post! My little man needs a dog so badly but we just don't have space for one! Someday.... Cute blog - great header! Just dropped by from SITS to say Howdy!

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  13. UnknownMarch 7, 2009 at 12:46 PM

    What a great post! We love Labs too.

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  14. kayleenMarch 7, 2009 at 1:16 PM

    What a sweetie. Never thought of matching the dog to the carpet. Something to consider if/when I have to get another dawg!

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  15. CristinMarch 7, 2009 at 2:13 PM

    She's sweet... and I think she needs a friend, named Olive... just say the word and I'll send her to you...

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  16. Grand PoobaMarch 7, 2009 at 2:19 PM

    Oh my gosh you are so smart! Why haven't I thought of that? That is seriously brilliant! However if I were to try to match my carpet to my dog, my carpet would be black lol!

    Your baby is adorable!

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  17. Christina - Rant Rave RollMarch 7, 2009 at 3:47 PM

    Awww... how cute!

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  18. Mom Knows EverythingMarch 7, 2009 at 4:18 PM

    OMG why didn't I think of that!!! I'm getting rid of my blue carpets and getting some white ones to match my dog!

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  19. Tink *~*~*March 7, 2009 at 4:27 PM

    Aw! It's so nice that you are so devoted to one another like that!

    Tink *~*~*
    NOW PLAYING at My Mobile Adventures *~*~* :
    Frog metamorphosis at Disney

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  20. AppleDebbieMarch 7, 2009 at 4:50 PM

    Awww Annie... you make me smile everytime I see your beautiful face. You are adorable!

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  21. Keeper of the Skies WifeMarch 7, 2009 at 5:44 PM

    Annie=sweetheart

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  22. Misty DawnSMarch 7, 2009 at 5:54 PM

    Rhea - that last photo absolutely melts my heart! That is one of the most beautiful and fantastic photos EVER! I ♥ that photo and, as you know (cuz I've told you over and over again), I ♥ Annie.

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  23. Jane Hards PhotographyMarch 7, 2009 at 6:13 PM

    Fun and adorable pooch.

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  24. Raising AddieMarch 7, 2009 at 7:35 PM

    Oh Annie... you have stolen our hearts too you beautiful girl!!!

    Lots of Luv & Kisses
    Addie and Lucie

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  25. Aunt JulieMarch 7, 2009 at 8:33 PM

    You're right...Annie and Moses could be twins! BTW, I'm starting a new Pop'rs Giveaway tomorrow!!

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  26. BruceMarch 7, 2009 at 8:43 PM

    You're beautiful Annie & that's a pretty nice compliment coming from a cat:)

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  27. david mcmahonMarch 7, 2009 at 10:40 PM

    A dog that matches your carpet - now THAT is sheer brilliance, Rhea!

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  28. LizzieMarch 7, 2009 at 10:59 PM

    ohhh i love those pictures!

    Hi, I'm Lizzie, i came over from... um... i don't remember :) Blog hopping and stumbled over here and fell in love with your cute blog :)

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  29. floretaMarch 7, 2009 at 11:55 PM

    i love the closeup of his face!!

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  30. Putting the FUN in DysFUNctionalMarch 8, 2009 at 1:05 AM

    It doesn't get any sweeter than Annie.

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  31. GayleMarch 8, 2009 at 4:07 AM

    I love your pup...looks just like our Roscoe (who is still too puppy for those kinds of shots!). Very good match with the carpet! :)
    See a Moose Here!

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  32. SusieMarch 8, 2009 at 10:54 AM

    Cutest dog on the internet:-)

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  33. AnonymousMarch 8, 2009 at 12:19 PM

    Now that is a well-told love story :)

    And she love she receives shows in her eyes too .

    Thanks for stopping by Rhea.
    Do drop by to take a look at the pics of a fishing village in rural India :)

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  34. EG CameraGirlMarch 8, 2009 at 4:41 PM

    Aren't you the smart one? Very clever to match your dog to your carpet. Your dog looks like a real sweetie.

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  35. CarlaMarch 9, 2009 at 5:45 AM

    she is so beautiful! What a lovely tribute to a family member!

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  36. Mama DawgMarch 9, 2009 at 10:59 AM

    I LOVE pics of Annie.

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  37. JenMarch 9, 2009 at 11:59 AM

    Oh she is just so sweet. I want an Annie.

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  38. JustineMarch 10, 2009 at 11:53 AM

    Awwwwwwwww... I just loved this post! HOw old was Annie when you got her? Did I tell you we're getting a puppy next month? I can't wait!!!!!!!!!

    Justine :o )

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  39. Cindy DGMarch 11, 2009 at 8:34 PM

    What a cute pupster! :)

    Dropping in from SITS :) I love this place.

    Cindy
    http://vegetarianmamma.blogspot

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