The first pic I saw of Charlie.
Two years ago today I got a text from my friend--I figured it was a text wishing me happy birthday, but inside was a picture of this six month old (vet's guess) 4-pound puppy with long, matted hair. She said he was thrown out of a car and was so scared. Luckily, my friend saw this and scooped him up before anything worse could happen. I was the only friend of hers who didn't have pets, and she wanted to know if I wanted him. I was definitely not an animal person, but my heart said otherwise. Usually, my Libra-self has a hard time making decisions, and I will debate the pros and cons for as long as possible. But this time I had no hesitation, just a "yes."
It was the best decision I've ever made. And the best birthday present ever.
After his first bath. His fur had never been cut and was severely matted.
After his first vet visit. Despite being malnourished, having stomach parasites
and getting his shots, he was all smiles.
Two years later and he weighs 8.5 pounds. This Morkie has stolen my heart.
Three days after I got him, I was talking to a friend about Charlie Brown.
He looked up at me and that was it--he's a Charlie. Here he is with his Great Pumpkin.
After one year. He's half Maltese, half Yorkie, and all love.
The closest we'll get to a family photo--he looks aggravated because I'm always taking his pic.
Need proof? Check out my 29490 pics of him on my Instagram (ElleSees).
The sweetest, cutest pup ever.
I'm off celebrating my birthday at Disney World, but will resume posting on Monday. To keep up with my adventures (or just to see more pics of Charlie Brown) add me on Instagram (ElleSees).
Have a great weekend!
Happy Birthday! Charlie is always adorable :)
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday! I love your puppy, so cute :)
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awww so cute! happy birthday! :)
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Happy Birthday! What a sweet story of how Charlie Brown became yours...he is a lucky little dog!
ReplyDeleteawwh your wee pup is so cute! Sending happy birthday wishes x
ReplyDeleteCharlie is such a sweetheart! I completely understand why you immediately said yes without second thoughts. Have a fun weekend! Happy Birthday Elle!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday! Charlie is super cute!
ReplyDeleteawwwwww I love Charlie Brown!!! And Happy Birthday!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday!!! Hope you and Charlie Brown have a great one :)
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday my sweet Gift From God !!! I Love You !!!!! Mommy
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happy Birthday!!! Charlie is such a sweetheart! Such a great story. <3
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ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday Elle. Have fun at Disney World :)
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ReplyDeleteHappy birthday to you! Charlie Brown is adorable.
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I love you too Charlie !!!! Granny
ReplyDeletethank you for commenting on my blog <3
ReplyDeletei'll show my pf very soon <3
anyway, your dog is cute ! i dont have dog bt i have 16 cats at home. lol
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Aww, what a sweetie! And happy birthday!!!!
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we think your doggy is just too CUTE CUTE <3 very cute pictures hun =D
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Happy Birthday luv!. Charlie is precious. Enjoy your special day.
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday :)
ReplyDeleteThats a very cute pup!
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Happy Birthday to You!! Enjoy your special day...sounds like it's going to be fun. Your dog is adorable! Brings back memories of when I was a little girl and I had a Yorkie who's name was 'Sir Oliver Sedgewick Mitchell Harris' - Ollie for short :) Anyway, thanks for stopping by and becoming a follower. I am delighted that you want to follow along.
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Happy birthday to you and love hearing about Charlie Brown - he's a cutie. Celebrate in style my dear!
ReplyDeleteHappy birthday, my dear Elle:) Here's to many more.
ReplyDeleteCharlie looks like a sweetheart like momma:)
Happy happy birthday and happy adoption anniversary to Charlie Brown! This brought tears to my eyes - my rescue Chester was thrown out of a car too. People are so awful. Charlie Brown is so lucky to have a wonderful momma like you. I hope you enjoy your day!
ReplyDeleteAgh he's adorable!!! Happy birthday! Have a great one!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday! You look great for 29. :)
ReplyDeleteThe pooch is adorable and his name is perfect.
Happy birthday! And what a lovely story about your pup - he's so cute!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday!!! That's such a sweet story, Charlie is a lucky boy! Who throws a cute little puppy out of a car... some people make me so sad :(
ReplyDeleteMy little dogs name is also Charlie... I think it's a good name for a cute little guy :)
Hope you have a great birthday!!!
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Happy Birthday!!!! Have a wonderful weekend! Charlie is an adorable pup, I always love seeing pictures of his cuteness! xoxo
ReplyDeleteHappy birthday Elle, I hope you have a great time at Disney World! Your pup is so cute too :)
ReplyDeleteFirst of all, happy birthday! :)
ReplyDeleteSecondly, what a sweet story. I'm so glad that you found Charlie (or he found you!). He's adorable and lucky to have you as his momma!
I'm the same way with my dogs- they are truly spoiled to the max, but I love them!
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I love how you dedicated your birthday post to the wonderful charlie brown! so cute! oh and i added you to a blogroll i have just got ga lifestyle bloggers! gabloggers.blogspot.com
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday! Charlie Brown is so adorable! What a difference from when you first got him!
ReplyDeleteHave a fabulous day!
What a little cutie! And Happy birthday! Thank you for stopping by and following. I am returning the love GFC style!
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Happy Birthday! Your pup is adorable!!!
ReplyDeletethanks for stopping by my blog!! Charlie looks soo cutex
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Happy, happy birthday to you, Elle! Charlie Brown was definitely a great present. He sure does clean up nice! <3
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ReplyDeleteThis post is beautiful! You are an amazing person to take in a dog in need. It warms my heart! I can't wait to read more. Hope you have a wonderful day, and hugs to your adorable Charlie Brown! xo,Karen
Happy Birthday and yay for Disney!! What an amazing story. Your doggy is so precious and he is so lucky to have you.
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ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday!! Your doggy is such a cutie!!
ReplyDeleteJust ridiculously cute! And happy birthday - hope you had a great day. x
ReplyDeleteHappy birthday. Your story about Charlie is so sweet. I am so happy that Charlie has a wonderful person like you to take care of him.
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Happy birthday sweetie! have a blast at Disney!
ReplyDeleteHappy Happy Birthday! I am so glad you decided to give this pup a good home :)
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday. It was so nice of you the take Charlie Brown in. I got Priscilla the same way.
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday Dear!! Hope you have a great one!
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Happy Birthday!! That is an awesome dog story I always love it when people rescue. He's such a cutie I can see why you fell for him ;)
ReplyDeleteSuch a cutie!
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Have a great birthday at the happiest place in the world. Love your flowy top.
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You have the cutest dog Elle! I loved that you saved him, who knows what could have happened. Oh, and Happy Belated Birthday!! xx
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happy birthday! charlie is so cute, i'm really glad you took him in!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday!!!!! And yes, Charlie is super cute!!! :)
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ReplyDeleteOh my gosh, your do is ADORABLE! Happy birthday, and thanks for following my blog! I'm your 901 follower!
ReplyDeleteAwwww...happy birthday girl! I hope your day is special and fun!
ReplyDeleteAwww. Absolutely adorable!
ReplyDeletehappy birthday!!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday lovely, it's so beautiful that Charlie Brown shared this post with you :)
ReplyDeleteHappy birthday! And that's awesome of you to adopt a dog. I am not an animal person either, so you're really brave to do that. I don't think I could.
ReplyDeleteCute puppy!!! beautiful!!
ReplyDeleteAww I think I was one of the first to wish you a happy birthday on your last post because it was Thursday here!
ReplyDeleteYou are a great momma to Charlie and have a lovely time at Disney!
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Happy belated bday! All the best. I hope you have fun at Disney World.
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute dog you have. It's adorable.
Happy Belated Birthday!!!
ReplyDeleteHappy belated birthday!!
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Happiest Birthday to you Dear Elle, may this year bring you everything you have wished and hoped for, many sunny days and smiles, great success and happiness. Have a wonderful time away! Charlie is too adorable!
ReplyDeleteHappy belated birthday! Mine's tomorrow, yay for Libras! ;) also I'm SO glad that this story had a happy ending. I don't understand how any person can abuse an animal, ever. Charlie is beautiful. x
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O my, he is so cute!!!! And happy birthday a day late :)
ReplyDeleteAw he IS adorable! :) What a great story! I LOVE rescue pets!
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Lovely doggy!
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Happy belated birthday hun xx
ReplyDeleteAww, Charlie Brown is so cute! I am happy to follow back and get you closer to the big 1000. Happy Birthday too!
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Oh cutie pie! Love your pupster - he is like a golden version of our Teddy. And first time I've seen a full-length piccie of you - what a fabulous top - how great do you look! Happy Birthday!
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ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday! Have a fabulous time at Disney World! And your dog is such a cutie pie!
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OMG DYING! SUCH A CUTE PUP!! LUCKY!
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Oh, my goodness! So sweet! Happy birthday, Elle!!!!
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happy belated birthday! your dog's sooo cute! <3
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Happy birthday! What an adorable pup!
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happy belated birthday :)
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He is SO darn cute! That name definitely fits him. Happy, happy Birthday girl!!!
ReplyDeletehow cute it Charlie!! :D
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I am so glad that you stopped by my blog so that I was able to find yours! I LOVE IT!!! Your doggy is adorable, I have looked at getting a yorkie or a maltese for so long, I love the mix how cute!! But somehow I ended up with a big dog and I am not an animal person!!!
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ReplyDeleteAdorable dog, I'm glad the impromptu adoption worked out for you both
Oh my goodness, he is SO ADORABLE!!!! And what a lucky puppy to have found such an amazing dog mama to rescue him from a sad life. More Charlie Brown pictures, please!!
ReplyDeleteI hope you have a fantastic birthday Elle. Your story about Charlie Brown breaks my heart a little bit. As the parent of 3 rescue dogs, I can't believe people can be so cruel. He is so lucky to have you for a mom!!
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I don't know why the heck I get so emotional when I see cute dogs.. but here I go again...he's just too cute I can't help it!!
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ReplyDeleteYour puppy is adorable!!!!!
ReplyDeletehope you had a an awesome birthday charlie brown is adorable
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday!! Aww your pup is so cute :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a cutie! Rescuing a pet brings so much happiness to both of you, I think. :) And I love his name!
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