I am happy to introduce to you the newest member of our family, Ellie Mae.
We adopted Ellie 2 days ago from the Humane League, but due to their policy of spaying the dogs before releasing them, we weren't able to actually bring her home until today.
It has been 6 1/2 months since Mo passed, and I still miss her with all my heart. Everyday I talk to her photo, (and still sometimes cry) I feel Mo around me, and recently started to feel her letting me know that it might be time to welcome a new four footed friend into our home. I think Mo selected Ellie to be our new little love, for all of a sudden on Sunday morning I knew that I must get to the shelter, and so I drove 40 minutes through ice and snow covered roads. Not a rational thing to do, but there she was. I cannot express enough how sweet and laid back Ellie is. Thank you Mo.
Here Ellie Mae is all bundled up waiting for me to get my coat and boots on so we can go outside in the bitter cold... another blizzard is on the way... not a great time to convince a dog that outside going is the best way to go. (Her clothes are made from two recycled shirt sleeves and one sock.)
The shelter's vet estimated her to be 1 year old. She's only 7lbs. 10oz. pounds and apparently is a Dachshund/Chiwawa mix, which I found out is referred to as a "Chiweenie"! She was found wandering the streets of the city where we use to live... now she's a country girl. :0)
What a lucky girl, and what a lucky family! She looks like such a sweetie. I wish I could have a furbaby. I live in an apartment and can't have any. It makes me very sad. Give her hugs and kisses for me. She looks very warm pre-outside.
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Hey Victoria, Tell Ellie Mae congratulations on winning the doggie lottery. And congratulaions to you too, it looks like y'all got yourselves a "keeper". Happy sewing!
ReplyDeleteI need a tissue. Adorable, she is just too adorable. You are one lucky woman to have had Mo and now Ellie Mae. A Chiweenie ... I've never heard of that until now. Love and kisses for all of you.
ReplyDeleteWhat a very lucky pup!!! I am sure Mo did have something to do with her coming to you. ENJOY your new little girl I am sure both of you will be very happy together.
ReplyDeleteHer face is just precious!! I'm so glad you've added another member to your family :)
ReplyDeleteOh how wonderful!!! I was only wondering a couple of days ago if you were going to get another dog (there really must've been something in the air!).
ReplyDeleteEllie is beautiful, and I'm so glad you adopted her as well. My Lucy dog and Gracie puss are both adopted.
I'm sure sweet Mo would approve. :-)
So sweet just looking at her makes my teeth hurt! A new dog never replaces the ones gone before, but reminds us of their love. You made the right decision.
ReplyDeleteAn absolute sweet-heart and how fitting to bring her home so close to Valentine's Day.
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Oh, Victoria! I am SO happy for you and Ellie Mae! This news makes my heart ache and sing all at once.
ReplyDeleteHer outfit is adorable and I love the name "Chiweenie!" Stay warm, you two!
congratulations! she's adorable :)
ReplyDeleteSo sweet!!! And I love the photo of her in her fancy outfit!!! I love pets that will wear clothes! Chiweenie!!! That's a lot of chuckle!!! :) And thanks for sharing your blog. I love your quilts...and that "quilts baby" book!!!
ReplyDeleteoh victoria, that is the best news! congratulations. mo would be proud! keep those little paws warm!
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh! What a sweetie! How lucky for her that Mo sent you to her. Have fun.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! She's sweet.
ReplyDeleteOh yay for all of you! Ellie Mae has a forever home! My hubby and I work with our local Humane Society and Animal Control group to find forever homes so we all celebrate with you! She is beautiful!
ReplyDeleteEllie Mae is just so darn cute! Love her snuggle sweater. Glad you adopted from the Humane League. :-D
ReplyDeletecongratulations on your new sweet doggie. surely Mo is wagging furiously up in DoggieHeaven :c )
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweetie! I'm so glad you found each other .... with Mo's help (sniff, sniff). How you could you find anything cuter than a chiweenie!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet face! Congrats on your new addition.
ReplyDeleteMany years of love and happiness to you all.
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Congratulations to both of you! she is such a sweetheart!!!And she looks absolutely comfy and relaxed-(and I love the outfit!)
ReplyDeleteAnnamaria xx
Okay, that actually makes me tear up a little. My dog passed away in March 2009, and I still miss him like crazy. It's so nice that you and Ellie found each other!
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What a super sweet baby girl you have...Mo did good! Congrats on the new baby!
ReplyDeleteWelcome to the Sillyboodilly Family Ellie Mae! You luke so cute!
ReplyDeleteVictoria, I’m so happy for you. I’m sure Mo did a good job!
I love the sweet new member of your family! A Chiweenie! Ha! Ellie Mae has such a beautiful little face and I'm totally smitten! Mo did a wonderful job in choosing her as your new furry companion. Gorgeous Vic! I'm so happy for you! And for Ellie Mae! xo
ReplyDeleteThat put both a huge smile on my face and a tear in my eye, what a sweet looking dog! As pretty in natural as in a more burrito-like-how-my-where-are-my-ears attire. I'm sure one could find numerous very silly nicknames for such a sweetie-Ellie-chiweenie ;).
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweetie! Having a dog is just the best. Glad you are ready for that kind of love again.
ReplyDeleteCongrats to all of you!! What a wonderful addition to your family. She has the sweetest little face. I am sure Mo would approve.
ReplyDeleteGood for you Victoria. I'm so glad. . .and I'm sure Mo is smiling down on you! She's such a little sweet pea.
ReplyDeleteWow, it does seem like she was calling you.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! She looks like she has a lot of love to give.
Chiweenie....too funny.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad you found a new friend. She looks so sweet!
She's so cute! I love her name too! Have fun with your new little love.
ReplyDeletewhat a lovely new friend you have!!! she looks so sweet and I think Mo is so happy for you!
ReplyDeleteps. the "Chiweenie" thing is so hilarius!
Ellie Mae is adorable. We lost our dog last summer, and we think about him ALL THE TIME. Maybe one day we'll get another dog....
ReplyDeleteUtter sweetness! I'm so happy you have decided to embark again upon the joys of owning a doggie. I can imagine she is filling your lives with her brand of joy- as you will fill hers.
ReplyDeletePlus, she looks very portable! I imagine lots of car trips :)
Enjoy your fist snow together.
She's adorable! I bet she will fit right in and enjoy being in the country :o)
ReplyDeleteMy heart sings for you and your new friend...Ellie Mae...I am glad you listened to that feeling to go to the shelter...Mo certainly was whispering to you...My story is similar to yours...and we are so happy! Thanks for sharing your joy!
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Please let us see more pics. How did she manage the snow! Love the improv outfit!!!!!!!!!!!!!
she's a sweetie! I love her recycled clothes, they look stylish and cosy
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She's just adorable! I'm so happy for you, and I know that Sweet Mo is smiling down on her, too.
ReplyDeleteVery sweet pup you've got there!!! wonderful how the world works sometimes!
ReplyDeleteOh, congratulations on the new baby in the house! I love that you rescued her (I co-own Schnauzer Paws Rescue so it's right up my alley) You get lots of points for that.
ReplyDeleteI love Chi's --and Dachshunds are great dogs. I call Chi's, Chahooties.
Have fun with the little munchkin.
oh goodness, she is adorable. she will find her own special place in your heart. Tara (scoutiegirl) said you might be at her lecture at LVC. I told her I she wasn't to let you go until she got your autograph for me! :-)
ReplyDeleteoh lucky you, lucky her... enjoy the snow as you get to know each other!
ReplyDeleteSO happy for you and sweet Ellie Mae!
ReplyDeleteBlessings for a long and happy life together!
Ellie Mae is truly adorable! My furbaby, Conner, came to me as a secondhand dog. My friend's sister had gotten him as a puppy and just could not devote enough time to taking care of him. He came to me 5 years ago when he was just a year old, unhousetrained and way too yappy. He is the light of my life now. Your girl is lucky and you will be blessed through giving her a wonderful home.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on your new family member; she is adorable!
ReplyDeleteHi, I'm so happy for you both (...expecially for you!).
ReplyDeleteShe is a sweet puppy!
nichi
Dearest V,
ReplyDeleteit is with the greatest joy I read this post.
A match made in heaven. x
She is adorable - so precious - good job Mo!
ReplyDeleteHow wonderful for you both - that you found each other! And how super that Ellie Mae will get to see all your works up close ! Happy Days from Tokyo!
ReplyDeleteYay! I'm sure Mo is so happy that you felt enough love with her that you're not afraid to love again. What a great tribute to Mo!
ReplyDeleteHello, just popped in,
ReplyDeleteI still miss my dog 9 months on, still talk, still weep.
We too have a new boy, he helps but I still have my little 'shadow'.
You've done a good thing and Mo will be watching and agreeing.
Love you sit and love your work....I'm adding you to my faves.
Take care
jude
Yay for Ellie Mae! I've actually been meaning to tell you how much your words of encouragement helped when we found a little pup in the road back in October, and we were trying to decide if we could keep her. Thank you for that and best of luck with all things chiweenie!
ReplyDeleteLovely dog, lovely name - same as my great-granddaughter born last November.
ReplyDeletelove your new pet, such a kind face.x
ReplyDeletesoooooo cute, I love her all bundled up in sweaters - she is adorable
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet pup! I make clothes for my stuffed bears out of sweater sleeves and sox. Cute to see same on a real live dog!
ReplyDeleteI have just caught up with your blog again and am so glad you have another dog. Although I don't have a pet, I could feel your pain when Mo was sick and then no longer here. I hope your little one brings you much joy.
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