We have held our breath for the last two weeks afraid to get too attached to these little guys knowing how the odds were against them. We've heated bottles every two hours around the clock and bottle fed them. At last we finally feel we are somewhat in the clear for the moment at least. We would like to introduce you all to Marlowe and Moxie.
Now with their eyes open to see the world these little guys are growing like bad weeds!
They now bark and growl....
They've graduated to a big puppy bottle and are downing almost 2 ounces of milk at a feeding.
They waddle around on shaky little chubby puppy legs.
Mostly though they still just eat, poop and sleep
And to our sweet Sadie girl who is no longer with us we so want to say.... It's okay ! You did not die in vain to give these puppies life.
We have decided we will keep both of them. You cannot imagine how attached we all are to these two little pains and we know we could never give them up now. They will grow up on the same farm as their mother and sleep in a box under the stairs on those cold winter nights just as she did. Their puppy noses will give sweet puppy kisses to the same loving humans that she did. We have bid her goodbye and grieved for her while caring for her pups. In some way we almost feel as if she has watched over these two little pups for the past two weeks. Everyday they grow stronger and we hurt less. I still visit the grave daily and talk to her. But more now I talk to these puppies.
We have decided we will keep both of them. You cannot imagine how attached we all are to these two little pains and we know we could never give them up now. They will grow up on the same farm as their mother and sleep in a box under the stairs on those cold winter nights just as she did. Their puppy noses will give sweet puppy kisses to the same loving humans that she did. We have bid her goodbye and grieved for her while caring for her pups. In some way we almost feel as if she has watched over these two little pups for the past two weeks. Everyday they grow stronger and we hurt less. I still visit the grave daily and talk to her. But more now I talk to these puppies.
Blessings from The Holler
The Canned Quilter
I'm so glad they've made it this far. May they continue to bring you joy and comfort. Many blessings to you and to them.
ReplyDeleteOh they are soo beautiful . I am so happy they have made it through the crucial part. I pray they are now able to carry on getting stronger . I do like their names . Have a good day !
ReplyDeleteThat is wonderful! Absolutely wonderful. I am so thrilled they've made it so far, and I am so glad that you have a beautiful reminder of a dear friend and loved one. This has made my day.
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ReplyDeleteI know it's been a struggle to keep this little ones going, getting up every couple of hours to feed them and take care of them. They're so adorable, great names for your little babies. Sadie girl has been with you this entire time watching over you, and the puppies. I'm so happy to hear you've decided to keep both puppies. The pictures of Marlowe and Moxie are precious, are you keeping a picture journal of their growth?
Every 3 or 4 days we weigh them and take a picture. It is amazing to see the changes just in 2 weeks : )
DeleteThanks for sharing those beautiful little babies with us. They are winning our hearts too! Can't wait to see more of these cuties growing up on the farm.
ReplyDeleteThey are beautiful! I hope you'll keep posting pics of them & let us know how they're doing.
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful post. I was hoping for an update. Please do a weekly update with photos. They are two sweet little angels, here for a reason.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing this beautiful story.
*hugs* ♥
ReplyDeleteHave a Merry Christmas, CQ. :o)
they look so sweet... seems Moxie is a bit lighter in color but otherwise they look much the same... thanks so much for keeping us posted...
ReplyDeleteSo cute! Good job raising them!
ReplyDeleteThank you for posting the update. I am so happy they are both doing so well , and that through them your heart seems to be slowly healing. Please keep us updated on their progress. Blessings to you and yours.
ReplyDeleteOMGoodness. They are just too sweet! I'm happy to hear they are doing so well. :-)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful babies. It is good that Sadie left such a gift in her passing. I know she's still with you.
ReplyDeleteTears! How SWEET. Beautiful pups, beautiful words.
ReplyDeleteAww, Mama Sadie would be proud!
ReplyDeleteI cried catching up!!! So blessed those puppies are. Sadie Will always be spiritually with yall. Hugs.
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