#yes they have a border collie named heidi

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in another life

1.

Moiraine has just fed Heidi, who is currently devouring a bowl of raw meat by the corner of the kitchen island. She leaned back against the counter in their open kitchen and took a sip of the pour over coffee she brewed herself, which is her fourth coffee of the day. It doesn’t help her to stay awake. She only drinks it for the taste, but she’s hoping it might help a little as she’s waiting on a woman who flew back to town merely a couple of hours ago. Moiraine had offered to pick her up at the airport, but stubborn as that woman could be insisted that she did not need Moiraine fussing over her and that Moraine would be exhausted from a long shift at work anyway. ‘It’d be too dangerous for you to drive all the way to the airport in that state. I might be the person who drives us home instead.’ And she ignored Moiraine’s objection and reassurance that it wouldn’t be an issue. They have had these arguments for who knows how many times, and it has always followed the same script. Moiraine doesn’t know why she even bothered to suggest it in the first place. Nevertheless, she still wanted to.

As Moiraine dozes off on their couch, with one hand buried in Heidi’s black and white fur on the back of her neck, she heard the noise of keys fumbling at the doorway. She springs to her feet and rushes to the foyer. She doesn’t even bother to check the peephole. She knows who it is simply by the sounds of footsteps and the clinks of the key. Heidi follows her, barking and wagging her tail so vigorously that Moiraine worries she might hurt herself.

The heavy door gives way to a weary face adorned with a mass of black mane.

‘There you are,’ said Moiraine in a raspy sleepy voice, extending both arms to pull the woman she calls the love of her life into an engulfing embrace.

‘My little pufferfish.’

The nickname coaxes a chuckle out of Moiraine’s chest and it vibrates against the other woman’s heart. ‘Do you see any spike now, Siuan?’ Moiraine closes her eyes and breathes in the nutty perfume Siuan always uses, soaking in her aura. Only after a few more seconds that both women are willing to untangle themselves from one another, but their arms still drape around the other’s waist and shoulders.

They stay like that for a few moments. Both of them stare deep into the other’s eyes, dark brown and striking blue. Then Siuan presses her lips against Moiraine’s already pliable lips. Moiraine sinks into the familiar rhythm and choreography, her tongue flicks at Siuan’s plump lower lip. The kiss is languid. They know they have all the time in the world even though there's a collie standing on her hind legs, pawing at their thighs demanding attention.

They part with content smiles after Siuan takes a final nibble on Moiraine's lips. She then kneels down to greet Heidi, speaking to her in a sweeter and higher tone. The mirth in Moiraine’s eyes only grows.

‘Welcome home.’

/

2.

Siuan has been having the most peculiar dreams ever lately. She and Moiraine were in all of them, same faces, same bodies but they were both different persons. As if she were in entirely different realms from the world they are in now. Other turns of the Wheel perhaps, she supposes. These dreams replaced the one with the Dark One and the Eye of the World and took over her mind after she sent Moiraine away—to her death—as if only now she allows herself to grieve her loss.

It has always, always been a suicide quest. They both knew that. And somehow, this time when Moiraine returned to her, she knew it would be the last time even before her beloved told her she had found the Dragon. In the Hall, the look upon Moiraine’s face was telling. There was a veil weaved with a paradoxical mix of resignation and determination, hidden behind the dread, awe or reverence as how other Aes Sedai would interpret her expression.

She locks herself away in the Amyrlin’s duties, for there is no time for her to take a break. If she stopped, she suspects she would never get back up again. Besides, the real blow of her mourning—

There is a knock on her door. An Aes Sedai comes bearing news; it's from Fal Dara.

Siuan closes her eyes and lets out a deep sigh straight from the depth of her soul.

Light give me strength.

[snoots-and-wiskers]

6 and 11 (:

6) Did you grow up with dogs?Yes! We always had at least one growing up from the time I was 18 months old. Our first family dog was a great pyrenees named Popcorn who lived to be about 13 and we had a number of dogs of various breeds during that time. We had beagles, a bluetick, a rat terrier mix, a curr, and a lab mix. The longest we went without one since then was about 3 months. It was after Boone (lab mix) died and before we got Heidi and Rose, who were pyrenees too. Currently my parents have three pyrs- Rose, Bonnie, and Brandy.11) A breed you love but can never see yourself having?This is a hard one. Most breeds that I love, I love because I can see them fitting with me. Border collie, maybe? I used to adore them and wanted one, but now they seem too much dog for me. I couldn't do hours of fetch and hiking and still have my dog full of energy lol

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Week-End Update: Soaking Up Some Art

The 45th annual Yellow Springs Art Show opened on Friday night and we were happy to have spend much of the day there, soaking up some culture and meeting new friends, today. Spending the day helping make happy tails come true was a nice way for us to pay tribute to our fallen comrade in arms, Jennifer Care, who passed away from Multiple Myeloma overnight. Jenn had fostered for us and we knew that she enjoyed hearing updates of our alumni and knowing how they’d found the perfect furever families, who would love them as much as she did.

We wrapped up the day focused helping more dogs celebrate gotcha days, including Olivia & McGee who were overjoyed to be adopted together!

Also adopted this week were: Arianna (now Coraline aka Cori), Charlie Borwn, Debra, Dooney, Elsa (now June), Finn, Heidi, Hondo, Louis, Roni & Winkie!

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Arianna now Cori aka Coraline

Charlie Brown

Debra

Dooney

Elsa now June

Finn

Heidi

Hondo

Louis

Roni

Winkie

Olivia and McGee

  Finn FKA Fitty

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“He is fitting in nicely. He was very timid the first night but is getting more comfortable each day. He doesn’t seem to know how to play but that will come. He gets along with my other 2 dogs and my border collie mix got him running with her a bit today. He loves to cuddle and exploring our backyard.  He is such a love. We know he will get less timid with time and love. We adore him.”

   Flint FKA Mark (M litter from July 2017)

 “I thought you might like to see Flint celebrating his first birthday. 

We adopted Flint last July and we couldn’t love him more. Today we celebrated his first birthday with some apple and peanut butter cake and a new toy. He also received a nice birthday card from Mickey’s Pet Supplies – great toys and made in the USA treats! 

Thank you so much for letting Flint into our lives – we hope you enjoy the video! “

  Beanie (Mittens’ pup) & Remington FKA Danny

Beanie and Remington FKA Danny

“I recently adopted Beanie from TLC and before that Remington (fka Danny). They are both doing great and love each other a lot! “

        Bruno FKA Dior (Guess puppy)

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“So we are totally in love with Bruno!!”

  Cap AKA Cappuccino

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“Cappuccino is settling in very well! Her and our old dog Taz are getting along well! They are always within a few steps of each other and seem to enjoy their time together. 

We now call her Cap for training purposes but we kept her full name as Cappuccino. 

She has been to the vet twice! Once for her first checkup and another time today as moral support for her brother. She did have giardia but that’s not super surprising for pups so easy treating!

She is super smart and has mastered “sit””lay down” and “touch” in a week! Wow. “

    Kara FKA Carolina

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Kara FKA Carolina celebrated her 1-year adopt-iversary and sent us some pics

  Fenway FKA Izzy AKA Doc (Avery pup)

“Izzy is settling in very nicely, she’s making herself right at home, which is a good thing. We love her already, she’s a sweetie! We are changing her name to Fenway. I will definitely be sending updates.”

  Odie

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“Odie is doing great! (yes, I am keeping the name)

He is getting plenty of exercise at the park…and is taking to his crate training well.

This Saturday we start a 6 week puppy training course in Quakertown.

Odie will be meeting with a vet at Banfield on Thursday for a general exam(free through Petsmart)…and then I am going to get a vet appointment in Allentown for his permanent vet. 

He is now done with the 3 syringes I was given for him…so I am going to set the appointment for 2 weeks and bring in a stool sample.

Odie is a huge hit around the apartment complex, and is getting much more comfortable with his surroundings.

I’ve attached some pics for you.

Thanks for everything!”

  Harley

Harley

“He really is a wonderful dog. Very affectionate, but also protective. Does not like new people coming into the house. We are trying to adjust his thinking some by going to Manners classes starting tonight.  He gets along really well with our other TLC rescue dog Bree. They play all of the time and keep each other company.

As you might remember Harley is a dwarf, but he has grown into a lot of his awkwardness. His front legs are a bit shorter than his back and are bowed but that does not stop him. 

  Attached is a recent picture of him. Thank you for bring these wonderful dogs into our lives.”

  Daisy FKA Aliza

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“She is settling in great. The kids love her. We changed her name to Daisy 🙂 Our cat Tiki is not so sure about her but not hiding just checking things out. I do want to reach out to the trainer because she did chase the cat last night and I want to make sure we handle them getting used to each other properly. I need to call the vet and schedule an appointment as soon as possible. I attached a couple of pics. The one in the car was the same day we picked her up she was so happy!”

  Quincy

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“Thank you for reaching out. Quincy, we did keep his name, is doing well. We are having a few issues here and there but I am hoping with time we can work them out.

He seems to be a very finicky eater, I can’t get him to eat on a consistent basis, but I work for a vet so we are keeping a close eye on that and his weight.

He does like to mark and has done so in the house once so far.

He is doing great with my cats, sometimes he wants to chase for fun but I am not at all worried about him with my cats. However, he is not as friendly as we think when it comes to some dogs. He picks and chooses who he wants to like. I am not too worried about that, in the perfect world they would all get along but I know this world isn’t perfect.

He is great with my kids, husband and most people. He does “question” some people when we are out for walks, but again, I think he is just trying to figure things out.

I have been working with a pet behaviorist already due to my insatiable Border Collie Charlie, but I will reach out if there is something we just can’t figure out. After all…..it takes a village, right?

Below are a couple pics of him. I will send more once my daughter, the photographer of the family, sends me them off her phone.”

  Tate

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“We did decide to keep Tate’s name, and she’s doing great. Everyone who meets her loves her. It’s hard to get good pics of a black dog, but here are some.”

  Lola

Lola

“Lola is doing great.  We love her and her new brother and sister do as well.  One big happy family.  Thank you so much for bringing her into our family. “

        Lenny FKA Lynard

“Lenny is doing great!  He and Bella are best friends now and Lenny turns out to be the more affectionate of the two.  He prefers to come and sit next to us on the couch or the bed but he will let us snuggle with him for a couple minutes when we choose to also.  Once he understood he had access to good quality food he is sometimes a picky eater but I think he is at a good weight now and they get plenty of exercise as the yard is large and completely fenced.  It also turns out he loved to play in the snow over the winter but doesn’t like the rain.  Thank you for following up and finding Lenny for us.  We love him so much and I know the feeling is mutual.  I will send pictures later in the spring or the summer.”

  Czech FKA Blossom

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“We did change the name. We are calling her “Czech.” Story behind that is my daughter was accepted to Northeastern University in Boston. I was more pulling for Pitt, since I saw I was losing, I said if she goes to Northeastern, I get a new dog! The name comes because her first semester will be in Prague in the Czech Republic! Strange, but true!

As far as training, she’s progressing in potty training. She is usually clean at night, I rush her out and she does her thing. She still has pee accidents at least once a day, but getting there.

My concern is her biting! I wanted her to be a companion for my other dog, but the other dog stays away from her because the pup tries to use Roxie as a chew toy!!  I’m sure she will grow out of it, but I hope it doesn’t take long. I’m sure the other chewing issues will change when Czech get her new teeth.

Besides that, we are loving her.  She’s a great pup and is becoming part of the family!  She loves sleeping on one of us!  Attached is a picture of her favorite position!!”

  Elvis

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“Elvis is doing great- and it felt right to keep his name. 

He’s a very good boy- learns quickly and we are certain he is happy! Thank you so much! “

  Daisy FKA Erica

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“Erica, now Daisy, is doing very well! I scheduled her vet appointment, and I’m looking into puppy training classes in the South Jersey area- there is a Bark Busters closer to us, in Deptford, and they take puppies at 5 Months. Daisy does really well in her crate, and aside from a few accidents here and there, she does pretty well with house training, too. I attached some pics. She is very affectionate (as you can see in the pic of her sleeping in my lap), and we love her already. Thank you for checking in and for all that you guys do. We really had a positive experience working with TLC. :)”