My little red tether is my anchor in running with my friends. A beautiful guide dog has been my tether/anchor in mobility and independence for 17 years: 1. Pantera 2. Cricket, and now my beautiful 3. Georgina (Georgie). A life of family and friends is my joy and anchor in life.

The human spirit is stronger than anything that can happen to it. CC Scott

Wednesday, March 10, 2010

Happy 3rd Anniversary, Cricket

Dear Cricket, aka as Snuggle Bug;
Happy Anniversary! You had big paws to fill as guide two - I love that you didn't try to fill those paws rather you walk to your own incredible fun loving, good girl beat. Another lesson to be learned from you. Remember the crazy time of the sidewalk being under construction and we had to stop at this hole and inch our way around? You were such a careful, conscientious guide. I love how you are looking at me -- are you okay, are you aware of the hole?
I love you. Let's celebrate today by spending the whole day together (like most days) going for a nice long walk, working at our office - you'll get some time to get your belly rubbed, chew on your favorite bone and nap time; lunch with Steve to celebrate, and we'll end the day with a yoga class. Ah, simply a joyful day and what you bring into my life. Love you, cheers and extra kibble to you for many more years of good health and guide work as my special partner. Love you Cricker Girl.

12 comments:

Erin said...

Love the photo! Happy Anniversary!!!

Infrequent Flyers said...

What a great balance of work and play. Happy 3 years to you and Cricket!

Maryissewfast said...

Wow...I can't believe it's been 3 years...seems like yesterday you were with us! Happy Anniversary! Have a great day!

Golden Woofs! SUGAR said...

WOOF! WOOF! Happy Happy 3rd to you. Celebrate, HAVE FUN and LOVE life. Lots of Golden Woofs, Sugar

Karen said...

Such a great addition to your life and you are right, She isn't Pantera she is Cricket and that is special too!!

Mom or maybe Grandma to her

Beth and Alfie said...

Happy Anniversary, and best wishes for many more to come!

3 labs 4 me said...

Happy Anniversary. We wish you many more happy & healthy years together. We love you!
Debi, Steve, Desma, Dakota, Culver & Honda too.

jennohara said...

Happy anniversary cricket!
That really is a great picture! What an amazing girl you are!
Have a great day, you two!

OSU 98 said...

Happy Anniversary Cricket!!

Brandon - The dog with a blog said...

Great photo, Hapy Anniversary!

L^2 said...

Awww... Happy Anniversary!!!

Lisa and pups said...

Aw-that photo is great! And, Hosta could have used her assistance in my backyard yesterday when a huge sinkhole appeared. He didn't fall in LUCKILY... but, we came very close! Here's to many more years of keeping your mom safe Cricket! Hope you enjoyed your quality time on your anniversary!