People and dogs come into your life for a reason

Today we have been really reflective. We have a keen sense of awareness today of how people impact our lives.

Maggie and I were both sitting on Mommy's lap today and decided we would count our blessings instead of worrying about what we do not have, we should be grateful for all that we do have.

Then we reflected on the people that came into our lives and have left our lives. Friends we made, and some so toxic we had to say goodbye too. Then, we sat quietly for the friends we lost to Rainbow Bridge. It never gets easier and each time, Mommy cries a little harder and squeezes us just a bit tighter.

As each new friend was made on Twitter (real friend) we realized it was at a time we needed or wanted that companionship. When we first met Rocco, it was over a person posting calling bulldogs stupid and ebonics. Theo's Mom was over a lost Bulldog in Tampa that was abducted. Henry Ford was when his brother Falco was being devious, and Deuce was early on in the game with his funny Stewart noises. Deuce introduced us to doggie room service... OMD it was ah-maz-ing...

Each and every friend we made has been a great blessing. So while we sit and worry about what we don't have that others do, how about being thankful. Remember people come and go, but a animal is here for ever.

Lot's of love to all my friends...

Gunner 

Another Angel got her wings... Miss O RIP

Our twitter family is severely suffering another loss. Dear Sweet Miss O has joined many friends at Rainbow Bridge.

The soft gentle girl that was Magoo's sidekick became suddenly sick with seizures and unfortunately she was called home to Heaven.

The family is definitely beside themselves with grief, as is our Twitter circle of 12 million. You see, Miss O and Magoo captured our hearts with their daily sha-nan-agains.. That's right, it was Lucy and Desi of the 4 legged kind.

I am especially sad for Carter. He was so lucky to be born into this family; their abundance of love and compassion is so powerful. Miss O loved Carter, she is truly a beauty-bull soul.

Miss O know that our hearts are breaking right now for the loss of you, but we know you are dancing in the streets of Heaven with your furry friends. We love and miss you, and if you wouldn't mind sending a silent prayer down to Magoo,  he isn't doing too good with you being gone.

Much love,

Gunner

This Saturday we are having a Wedding party....

Hey Everyfurry friend... Our bestest buddy Deucey's family is having a wedding. Let's surprise them and show up!!!! Ok not in person, but how about on Vine????

We are putting on our best clothes and wishing the family well.... My Mommy is even baking a wedding cake for Mags and I to eat. WOOHOO.

We are are wearing mint green and baby blue. If you are interested, please use hashtag #DeuceyWedding....

Let's wish the happy couple many years of bulldogs and happiness.

Bulldog Mom's weekend funny update

So a couple of the Mom's might meet up at the shore for a very special event. Mommy's so excited she can barely keep her hands out of the swag bags she is putting together. (hahaha Sam)...

But today was the funniest... She called a few places about rentals. First she started off with, I am meeting a few of my girlfriends for a bulldog Mom's weekend. First place said, um we don't take dogs, and what kind of Mom's are bulldog Mom's????

After a little chatter Mommy decided that wasn't the place for her. Next up, her old standbye place when her place isn't available. Dude on phone says, is this something kinky? I mean you aren't talking about swappers or something? WE are a family place... Mommy was kind of in a teasing mood and said well... only bulldog owners would know... He had no sense of humor.

Finally she calls another place and they said what kind of group are you, but Mommy heard Groupie and she started off by saying we are Twitter friends, and we have bulldogs and we want to have a nice weekend away. At the end of the conversation Mom decided no more talk about the bulldogs, people think she is nuts.

All Pudge prizes have been received finally!!!!

With only one exception, Mommy has heard from the winners for donating to Pudge. Pudge certainly appreciated all the people that donated their bone money in the pot, and we sent a long a few good prizes.

To the winners; thank you for your gracious thank-yous. Your actions show class.

This is also a celebration for us, NO MORE POST OFFICES... We are finally completely mailed off and need no other reason to mail...

Best of Luck Pudge on your journey now...

It's shot time for G

This morning was a special morning, Mommy donned her ninja outfit and began the covert operation of taking me to the vet and not taking Maggie with us.

At the ungoshly hour of 7 of the A.M. Mommy began putting travel things out in the garage. She worked the back door up so we could escape through the back door, weasel around into the garage, gather said things, and exit without too precious for words (Maggie)...

It was almost an epic adventure, however, Mom decided she didn't like the leash and harness set she choose covertly and picked another, just then Maggie who misses no sudden moves or treats/food sprang alive. We had to make our exit quick, but we could hear baby Maggie crying. It was either Maggie or my Mom, I am still not too sure.

We loaded up in the SUV and off we drove over the bridge, to the big highway, around the bend and to our Vet. We love our Vet, we just wish it wasn't the same feeling as the national debt. After a few Benjamin's we departed for home. I am thinking no new treats today, Mom's purse is about 3 bills light.

We arrived home and baby sister Maggie is on watch, she barks at us as we re-enter the back door. My Mom has a thing about returning from the same door you left from. After the welcome kisses were given, Mags threw herself on the floor and had a tantrum. No kidding, Mommy couldn't stop laughing, she jumped, hopped, skipped, slung herself and whined. Unfortunately the iBone was in the car, I assure you it would have been a video!!

I am resting and taking it easy, Maggie is sleeping... this is our rough life of living with my Mommy. Tomorrow company comes and we are having a bbq, I bet you I don't get samples.... I was so good at the Vet, I deserve good eats... Please write your Congressman and tell them to make Mommy give me human foods. 

Getting back to the basics...

Tonight the new sitter came to visit. I was talked to about being overly Gunner. What the heck does that mean Mom? I mean I am your man baby. Maggie did her best impression of being adorable and I did my best impression of being Mom's favorite.

When babysitter showed, I sniffed gingerly and then realized she was a girl dog lover. OH.NO.SHE.DIDN'T. She liked the Toy Stealing, Lip Curling, Attitude Throwing, baby sister of mine. Well... I must increase my net worth, I know, I can motor-boat her. Yeah, that's the ticket. Maggie would never do that... Or would she?

When all my charms seemed to fail, I decided I needed to use the restroom and outside I went. Curious as a bee, the sitter had to see. And see she did, she stood a little too close to the stream... Bet Maggie can't do that. Or can she...

As the siblings decided to have a pee off; and see who could get closest to the sitter, we both seemed to sprinkle our tinkle and Mom left mortified.

These babysitters are hard to come by, I hope Mom has a list. This is going to be a long week...

Sincerely,

The PeePee siblings.

Gunner and Maggie

Gunner and Maggie finally settling in

We have had the combo together for about a month or so. Maybe longer, it seems like yesterday she arrived and stole my bone. I think when she arrived she stole my Mom's heart too.

Our time together is getting easier, Maggie is very food aggressive and very toy aggressive. I am a sweet boy with no intentions of hurting or stealing from her, but that might change if she keeps it up.

We took a break from Twitter for a few personal reasons, and have slowly started back. I think we got too involved and too close, so we are taking our time going back. Not sure we will continue with Twitter. We found some real friends out of Twitter, and I think that was a great experience. The rest as the kids say, are just Casual...

This week we are getting a new couch for my room and hopefully a new couch for Maggie. We are super excited and hope that all the furniture is bulldog proof. You know, no slobbers.

We sent our love and affection to our buddy Deuce, we hope you have a life time of happiness. Kiss little LiLi for us.

Tomorrow is another sailing day, and Mommy is going to try to take pictures without drowning us. Wish us luck.

Bulldog Mom's Weekend....

Oh my gosh, it looks like Mags and I will be living in the man cave when Mommy goes to the shore in August. She is gathering up a few of the Bulldog Mom's to up with Sam (Artistic Bulldog) in Wildwood, NJ.

It's a special event - a Party will be happening, it's someone's special day...

Now what do you think they will talk about? I betcha two whole months bone money, they bring buckets of photos and talk like school girls. Mom says she might have to get some liquor to help ease the pain of missing our push faces.

So the weekend is set... August 14th Mom heads down the shore, Saturday evening a little party will ensue, then Mommy departs on the 17th and heads back..

She said she is coming home the 17th, however, she loves the shore more than she loves me, so I don't know...

So tell your Mommies, the shore is where to be... and join the party...

If your Mommies or even Daddies are interested, please let my Mommy know and she will give you the party information and location.

Gunner and Mags