Have I ever showed you this? If I have, forgive me. This plaster garden ornament was something I got at an auction a few years back. It’s a wee bit cutesy for me, but I loved the pale colors. It wasn’t until I got it home (and it weighs a ton) that I realized that between the boy and girl there was a little dog, clearly trying to get in on the embrace.
I felt a shiver go down my spine. The good kind.
Short story: Don and I met on July 4, 1994. Four years later, on July 4, 1998, we were at home in the afternoon. We lived in a Craftsman home in San Diego and there was a big archway between the living room and dining room. Our dog, Winston, (oh, how I miss him) was outside. As we both stood in the archway, Don started talking to me. As he got down on one knee, I slowly realized he was proposing to me. Of course, I said yes and as we both embraced, Winston came running in from outside and jumped up on us to join in on the hug. I don’t know how he knew, but he knew. We’ve always loved that story. When I realized that the little dog on the ornament was pulling a Winston, I knew it was meant to be.
I miss you, sweet Winston. You are always in my heart.
Last night’s preview went well. 7 more to go before opening night. This particular production has been, shall we say, challenging. More I cannot say. It’s already very,very good and will grow during this next week.
Happy Friday.
What a sweet story! And I love the loving memory of Winston. My dogs are 11 1/2 and 12 1/2. I hate to think of the day…
The little plaster sculpture reminded me of the last scene in the movie ‘You’ve Got Mail.’ It was that scene, with Brinkley trying to get in on the hug, that brought tears to my eyes. I know, I’m a hopeless dog person. lol
What a wonderful story..I am almost teary eyed. It was meant to be yours! Our pets are in our hearts forever…Greta is a great dog but I so dearly miss my Heidi girl.
What a delightful proposal story…………I can picture it vividly from your description……….and this pretty piece of garden statuary will always remind you of the occasion the three of you shared.
Glad the production is going well, due I’m certain to all your hard work Claudia.
Hugs – Mary
Serendipity Claudia! That was Winston’s way of telling you he will always be with you.
hugs,
Sue
Very lovely, Claudia. Yes, it meant to be yours!
Hugs and thanks for your note xo
Awwww…I love wedding stories, proposals, marriages, the whole she bang.
What a lovely story.
Jen @ Muddy Boot Dreams
I love this story. Bentley always wants to be in the middle of a hug. We refer to it as a group hug and three is never crowd. Have a happy Friday.
Hugs,
Susan and Bentley
What a sweet story!
Break a leg with the show!
LOVE YOUR STORY CLAUDIA….DOGS ARE SO SMART…….YOUR STATUE IS ADORABLE….AND A GREAT MEMORY……
TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF….RIZZI
What a delight to find a moment to pop around and visit and actually have a moment to leave a comment. I have been follow closely in the wee hours but have been spinning my wheels to get caught back up and actually stay inside and on the computer.
Love your Garden Art, it so is you and Don……and the pup of course. Have a great MD weekend.
Very sweet and emotion-filled story, Claudia. That Don is a keeper.
Brenda
What a sweet story, Claudia!! … Donna
Yes, some things are just meant to be. Sweet story!
I hope all continues to come together with the production. Break a leg!
Claudia, I love stories of you and Don. I like that little kissing couple. Smiles, Susie
What a sweet story! Dogs are a lot smarter than people give them credit for, and yes, they want to be a part of the things that make us happy too.
Awww what a sweet story! Winston definitely knew something really special and loving was going on!
Blessings, Joanne
I love this story! Of course you were supposed to have that in your flower bed!
That is just the sweetest story, Claudia. That may be a bit cutesie for you, but you were definitely meant to have it :)
One of my all time favorite memories.
A couple I know had a beagle and every time they would embrace, the dog would bark and jump on them … as if saying, “Hey! what about me!” I think dogs just know and want to share in the affection!