It has such been a long time since we’ve blogged, I figured I’d just post a little update!
Miss Toot has been a busy girl! In the past month, she’s been to NYC, the Cape, Boston (several times) and today, the beach! Things started off in NYC with a visit to Aunt Kristen over President’s Day Weekend. It was a much needed weekend away and we had a great time! Here we are with Lady Liberty wishing everyone a Happy Valentine’s Day:
The weekend flew by (they always do!), but we had a great time and it was really nice to escape for a little bit! The following weekend we headed to the Cape to check out the new Marr house. It is coming along great and we’re very excited for summer to arrive!
Today though, was all about Bailey. Since it was so beautiful out this weekend, we decided to spend as much time as possible outside. Yesterday we went for a nice, long walk on a golf course, but today when we went, there were golfers there (go figure) so we had to come up with plan B. We decided to head to the beach and it was a very good decision! I was incredibly anxious that B would not play nicely with all the people and other dogs, but I was mistaken. She was so good. We got several comments about how good looking she is, and despite the fact that Pat and I have nothing to do with her looks, we’re ridiculously proud anyway! We let her off the leash so she could chase her prized tennis ball and she had us laughing out loud because the waves petrified her. She loved running on the sand, but anytime that mean water chased her, she hightailed it in the other direction. It made us (and everyone else) smile and laugh. Here she is waiting for the next toss of the ball from Pat – note the length of her tongue!
It was a very successful trip, and we’re looking forward to taking her again soon! Hopefully the weather will cooperate – I can’t believe it’s March already! When we found out in December that Toot was sick, I didn’t think we’d ever make it to this point. I couldn’t even begin to fathom the journey that awaited us. But we’re plugging along, making the most of every day that we can. Every minute we get with Toot is truly a gift and we cherish the time we have with her … she is a special little girl that we love more than words can accurately describe. Thank you again for all your thoughts and prayers, they are truly appreciated!
Sounds like you had a nice day enjoying the weather! Those waves are certainly scary, wish I could have witnessed B! You’re both showing such remarkable strength through all of this. Toot’s the luckiest girl to have you as parents and she couldn’t have picked parents who could love her more. Love you all 🙂
So glad to hear that Miss B had her initiation to the beach, before she heads for the Cape beaches this summer. Based on her reaction to the waves, I can only imagine what she’ll think of the pounding surf at the Cape Cod National Seashore beaches! Can’t wait to see her there.
It was great to visit with all of you at the Cape house.
Please know that we send our love and constant prayers to
you and Toot.We love you all more than words can say. Stay strong for each other. Love, Mom and Dad Marr
Happy to read your update, and loved seeing the pictures!
I’m proud of you both for making the most of every day..I think it’s key.
Can’t wait to see you AND Bailey on Cape soon!
I would have loved to see Bailey at the beach, she is certainly joy fulled!
My love, admiration & prayers go out to you, Pat & Toot. I keep you all close in my heart every waking moment.
Love, Mom
Think of you always! Love you!
Thank you for sharing your adventures,Laurie and Pat! It was great to see the pictures and to know that you are out and about,enjoying the sunny spring weather.
Laurie,you write so beautifully,I can one day see you incorporating all of Baileys’ antics into an adorable childrens’ book.
Please know Laurie and Pat that you and little Toot (love her pet name!) are forever in my daily prayers.
Thinking of you with all my love,
Nana