Yesterday was Napa's 1st birthday! The celebration started with her brothers, sisters, mom, a doggie birthday cake....and ended with muddy paws, knotted fur, and a one tired (but happy) dog. We got Napa as a wedding gift from a friend, when one of their family members dog had puppies. After a few months of convincing my husband that we NEEDED a puppy, we got Napa when she was 8 weeks old. Although, the first year wasn't all fun and games....along the way we lost many pairs of flip flops, baseboards, plants, and who could forget the drywall in our living room. Through all of our losses, we always kept a sense of humor knowing that she was worth it. You can never put a price tag on how much joy pets can bring into our lives, and how they love us unconditionally. So of course, it is absolutely necessary to celebrate their birth just like we do! A special day called for a special collar. I put on her MimiGreen Collar that has a knitted red flower, and she looked fabulous. When we got to the party everyone was asking where we got the collar from, and it was a big hit! Click Here! 
Then the madness began, the dogs ripped through the yard chasing each other resulting in what I'd like to call 'baby bowling.' The dogs were running right into the kids causing their legs to go out from under them. They were having so much fun they didn't notice all the people that were getting knocked over along the way. Then it was time for the cake, a mix of carrots, flour, eggs, and yogurt. It was doggie heaven. (RECIPE COMING SOON) Napa managed to swallow hers whole in 2.5 seconds leaving yogurt icing all over her whiskers. After the cake, it was finally time for us to head home. We said our goodbyes to all 7 Golden Retrievers, and on the way home I looked over at my husband with the most pitifull face I could make and said "Honey, I really think..." Before I could finish my sentence he looked back at me and said "Sherri, NO. We are not getting anymore dogs." That was the end of that conversation. That's ok though, my birthday is in a few months.. I am really looking forward to Napas second year in 2010, and hoping for less damage, more snuggling, and lots of puppy love!
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Tess Moody
T Moody Designs
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What a beautiful dog! Sounds like a fun party!
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very festive! Lovely pics too.
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I love her name. She's gorgeous. Happy birthday to Napa!
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