Just because you haven’t seen him in a while, and you must certainly be missing him,
Just because I had flowers on the table in honor of Eryn’s graduation,
Just because he is a poser,
Just because he answers when you call his name,
Just because he panics if you leave the room, but he didn’t see you go,
Just because he can leap from the floor to your shoulder, land perfectly, and never use a claw,
Just because he enjoys a good foot massage,
Just because he likes to show off when company comes,
Just because he loves to go outside on his leash – and will try to help you as you put it on him,
Just because he will jump as high as the peep hole on the door to grab his teaser,
Just because he hated showing, but became a Double Grand Champion anyway,
Just because many people want to take him when they leave our house,
Just because he never stops purring,
Just because he brightens every day,
Just because he is an oriental shorthair,
Just because he is the amazing Felitan Dolce Vita (aka Mr. Reenie),
That’s why I am posting some pics of him today.

Last night was a very special night. Very special indeed. It was graduation night. Eryn, my oldest daughter, walked up on stage and accepted her high school diploma. It was a gorgeous night here in the Perkiomen Valley, and our high school stadium stands were filled to the brim with proud parents, grand parents, friends and relatives…myself and my husband, Eryn’s sister, Camryn, my mom, my husband’s dad and his wife included. It was a beautiful ceremony held outdoors in the football stadium…just like in the movies!

High School graduation is such an exciting time. A time to embark on endless opportunities, and to basically start fresh! This fall Eryn will be starting her college career, and I am so proud and excited for her. Of course, I will be with her every step of the way, just like always, whether it be by email, text, facebook or phone. But, be there, I will.

Many of you know Eryn. She has been my assistant from day one of my Cool Pets business. Lots of you may remember her as the little 10 year old helper who has such a way with animals. She’s been calm, and soothing to some of the shyest dogs. So, it is truly fitting that she will be studying to become a veterinarian.

How wonderful these 18 years have been. I can’t wait for the coming years to continue to accompany her on her life’s journey.

So, this week’s face appropriately belongs to Eryn.

I love you Eryn. Congratulations on a wonderful accomplishment.

Here is a highlight from last night.

As the graduation ceremony was coming to an end, I could hear many people in the stands asking if the graduates were going to throw up their hats….just like in the movies!! The last speech ended, they moved their tassles over to the other side of their caps and then the students began to head out. But, instead of walking straight out of the stadium, they moved out into a large circle. When everyone was in place, the class president walked into the center of the circle and lead the class as they threw up their caps in celebration.

Chills, I tell ya. Chills.

The PottsMUTTster Dog Show was last Saturday….and it was a HUGE success. It was actually the 1st Annual PottsMUTTster Dog Show, but don’t let that name fool you. It could have been the 10th annual…that’s how together everything was! I commend the event’s organizer, Tonda, for doing such a fabulous job. I was so pleased to be a part of it.

All proceeds went to the Chester County SPCA, and there was a nice chunk of proceeds…somewhere around $1200. Not bad for a “1st Annual” event!!

The day was quite hot, and unexpectedly sunny. So all of the canine attendees were panting like crazy. Me, I just got a huge sunburn!

My job was to photograph all of the category winners for their entry into the final Grand Prize Contest….which consisted of some delicious Hungry Puppy Treats, a doggy dinner at The Funky Lil Kitchen, and a Cool Pets portrait sitting with yours truly!

Here are a few of the individual winners. Congrats to everyone, and also, big congratulations to Pheona, who was our grand prize winner.

Photos of Pheona’s session coming soon!

Happy Friday Face!

This is one of my favorites of Toni and Reesee. Although, lately, they don’t quite see eye to eye, they look very happy go lucky here!!

Happy Friday Face!

Got plans for this Saturday? No? Well, how about coming out to the PottMUTTster Dog Show! I’ll be there!

It promises to be a great time for both you and your canine friends! There will be vendors and there will be prizes!

Here are the deets!

If necessary, weather information will be posted on the PottsMUTTster Facebook Fan Page.

Hope to see you there!