A moment to remember the first

 

Today we take a moment to remember the first Siberian and founding member of the Hairy Horde.  This is Mischief (or as the Momma liked to call her "Ms. Chief". ""Moose" or even just "Mis". 7 years ago she crossed the Rainbow Bridge at the very young age of 7.

 

She was the Momma's first dog, and very, very special to her.  She was a very regal lady - and ran the home with an iron paw clad in velvet.  One look from her and you knew you needed to behave!

 

Without her, none of the rest of us would be here as part of the Horde. In some ways she was a true Siberian - stubborn, independent and opinionated.  In others, she was not.  If she ever got loose, she would only run a couple of houses either way and would come back when called!  One time, the storm door was WIDE OPEN  and she just sat on the step inside and looked out!  The Momma was so proud of her (we have no idea why, wouldn't it have been better to run and explore?).

 

So we woo in honor of Mischief and we're taking a bit of time today to snuggle with the Momma.  She's feeling a bit melancholy today and we want to make her feel better. Take a moment and hug your furbabies today and remember those that have gone ahead and are still loved and missed.

 

My sweet Mischief was one of a kind.  I miss her deeply every day, and knowing that today was a lifetime (for her) that she has been gone has made me a bit teary-eyed. Time had dulled the pain of losing her far too soon, but I will always remember the time I had with her. She wears her Silver Harness with pride, and I know she watches over us. Love you lots, baby girl!

We just wanted to pop in briefly and wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving! We hope that everyone takes a moment to really think about what they are grateful for, and to remember those that aren't at fortunate as us.  With the holidays upon us - take a moment and spare a $ or two to give to those that aren't as well off as you.  Every little bit counts and there are lot of people (and critters) who are alone or forgotten that will appreciate being remembered this holiday season.

Where does the time go?

And once again we stop to blow the dust off this poor neglected blog...  We really need to work on getting the momma to get on here more often!

Lots of changes have happened in the almost 2 years since we last posted.  We have lost another member of the Horde.  Our sweet old boy, Eddie, crossed the Rainbow Bridge in February.  He lived to be over 13, but he's left a huge hole in our pack and in our hearts. 

The rest of us are doing ok - but since we still have an elder who at 10 1/2 refuses to grow up, another approaching midlife at almost 6 and the baby who is now at 4 1/2, we are hinting that perhaps we need to add some new blood to the pack.  The momma is thinking about it, but dad is not too impressed!  Guess we (and momma) will have to work harder on him!

We'll try to be better - maybe even get momma to update the picture and perhaps she'll even introduce all of us properly sometime soon!  (hint, hint, momma!)

Till then, stay warm, think SNOW and start getting ready for all the upcoming holiday madness!