Like a child on Christmas, I threw the covers from my legs before the sun had graced the sky. Today, world, Paisley was coming home!
I love me some dog, and always have. But not in the calendar, stuffed animal, poster kind of way. My connection with dogs coincides with my dire need for constant, touchy, affection. But alas, world, I was deprived growing up (yes mama, deprived!).
My first entrepreneurial venture spawned at the ripe age of 11. I became a dog walker. Lucrative, indeed. Instantly befriending my clients, and mentally believing them to be MINE, the sick cycle began.
Nightly prayers included finding a stray, so I could convince my parents it was simply meant to be. After months of scouring the neighborhood at length, I found a beagle. Oh, the irony. I affectionately named him Shiloh, hid his collar, and fell into a deep dream of all the parks we’d frolic through, the picnics we’d share, and the long walks we’d take, pondering life. Shiloh was my dog for approximately five hours. And I cried when he left. Weird story, I get it. I remember it – not only because I was ridiculed for years following – but because a bond like non other can exist between an animal and a human, that don’t communicate through words, common interests, or headline news. To me, that’s intriguing. But above all, I’m so happy we have a new addition.
Paisley’s a red Boston Terrier who would drown in our arms if she could. I know – just oozes perfection! She’s almost a better kisser than my husband, but shhh, don’t say anything. And as she lies here, on my chest, with her bitsy heart adjacent to mine, I realize. I realize I’ve fallen in love with a creature that poops in my kitchen and snorts when she breathes. And that, makes me smile.
Paisley.
Is it utterly awful that she’s not only part of our fam, but also our BRAND?! Can’t help but love it. XOXO
Ah! I am SO JeAlOuS! What a cutie. Miss you guys!
Gina, Paisley is soooo adorable! I love the picture of her chewing on your flats. I hope I get to see her when you & Marcus come home!
OH. MY. GOSH. ADORABLE!!! Crazy adorable!!! Love your little story! Be sure to post tons of pictures of Paisley often. Every day if you’d like. I wouldn’t mind.
What a precious little puppy! Congrats!!!I am sure she’ll bring you a lot of joy!
Gina !!! She is sooo cute!!! That means alot coming from me! Have a blast with parenthood hahha
Enjoy! LOve you and miss youuuuuuu!
I love this new addtion!!! You guys must be so proud haha. But seriously Absolutly adorable! And Gina your website is F-A-B-U-L-O-U-S ! Much love guys
Oh Gina, Such touching words penned by your deprived hands. Well I pray that Paisley will begin to mend the deprivation you have felt throughout the years and you will be able to move forward ! Your baby is an absolutely doll. I can’t wait to meet her. I wish you and Marcus all the happiness with her. Love you and wishing you all the best. Babbo.
Oh by the way….. Just between us, Please don’t say anything to the dog (Chooch) you left behind in Syracuse about Paisley.. it’ll devastate him that he’s been replaced. LOL
OHMYGOODNESS Gina!!!! Seriously??? Can it get any cuter than this???!!! Wow. Congrats!!! She is a doll!
she’s ah-dorable. gorgeous pictures of her as well. LOVE<3