Hanging with Mr. Cooper!

I know, it has been a long time since we have blogged.  For that I am sorry, or you are welcome, whichever the case may be.  Its not like we haven't been doing a bunch of stuff.  Sometimes when I go to share it, it does not come out as planned so I dump it.  I think I need an editor...

I read that bloggers can make some serious money in advertising if they can attract enough followers.  I also read that people post sexy pictures to attract a big following.  There are even twin fitness buffs that are paying for their college by posting their pictures to attract followers and therefore advertisers.

Pete looking super sexy in Las Vegas!

Hello, hello?  Oh, I thought I had lost you.  Okay, perhaps that is not what people are looking for, but you have to admit Pete is a good sport allowing me to post his picture with its come hither look.  Perhaps the Russians will like that!

Retirement life has been relaxing.  The best part is being able to pick up and go where we want, whenever we want.  We can work out together which I love.  We enjoy movies and dinners out. What is the point of all of this?  Well, it has all come to a screeching halt!  No, no one is sick.  

Meet Mr. Cooper, otherwise known as Cooper!

This is Cooper just after he was born.  He is a mini-Goldendoodle.  Yes, that is a heart on his head.  He was born September 25th and we went to see him when he was 4 weeks old.

4 weeks old

We bought Cooper from a breeder in Eagle Mountain, Utah.  He was one of six puppies.  Julie wanted to get two, but cooler heads prevailed.  The only thing crazier than one puppy is two!  

Cooper at 8 weeks old on his way home.

Why a mini-Goldendoodle?  We love Goldendoodles.   Some of our family has them and they are the greatest dog.  We wanted a smaller one just because they are more transportable.  Julie has plans to take Cooper everywhere. Yes, we will be "those people".  We recently saw someone with a dog stroller in a casino!  I said we will not be "those people"...  Let me know if you know where to buy those strollers...  Back to Goldendoodles.  They do not shed!  I have found out that they track in leaves, rocks and everything else in their hair, but NO SHEDDING!  Don't you know, they mix all kinds of dogs with poodles to make them better.  For example, 

Cockapoo = Poodle + Cocker Spaniel. ... 

Maltipoo = Poodle + Maltese. ... 

Labradoodle = Poodle + Labrador.

Schnoodle = Poodle + Schnauzer crossbreed. ... 

Peekapoo = Poodle + Pekingese. ... 

Yorkipoo = Poodle + Yorkshire Terrier.

I was wondering....

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I guess it is too late for that.  Anyway, you get the point.  We have had Cooper for 4 days now.  It is hard to imagine life without him now.  I mean, sleeping through the night, clean carpets, and being able to go anywhere any time are all highly overrated.  He makes up for all of that with snuggles, funny movements and complete and utter joy at being removed from his crate, not to mention his kisses.  Ahhh, puppy breath.  If you are a dog person you will know exactly what I mean.

Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!  Love, Dave and Julie