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the lucky life: birthdays, cupcakes, and prayers

Last week we celebrated Ryan’s birthday by spending a night out with close family and friends at both a steakhouse and a townie bar.

We enjoyed a life long family tradition by watching the High School Boy’s Hockey Tournament at the Xcel Center.

New foods that were made included potstickers, avocado-pear smoothies, and s’more cupcakes.

My cupcakes were definitely more of the tasty variety rather than the pretty variety, and I’m okay with that.

I said prayers for those who are suffering in Japan and those who are preparing for floods here in Minnesota.

I smiled Thursday morning when I realized that Ryan had unintentionally surprised me by putting new wipers on my car. (Hello! Mud season is here!)

I’m loving the photography and styling in the spring Eddie Bauer catalog–and I want one of nearly everything

I am currently thanking my lucky stars to have such a wonderful life, to have a dog that is no longer in pain, and to hear reports of Minnesota Twins’ spring training in Florida. (Baseball is back!)


The birthday boy.

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ups and downs

Last Thursday Phaneuf got up for her breakfast and startled us all with some very loud, why-does-this-hurt yelping. Something was clearly wrong with one of her back legs, as she was reluctant to put her weight on it. As the morning went on, it seemed to get better, so we decided to wait out the work day and go from there. That evening, and all day Friday she seemed to show progress, then the weekend hit. By Sunday night she was definitely in more pain, and couldn’t get on her feet with out more yelping and whimpering. The worst part was that she wanted nothing to do with Ryan or me, as we were definitely getting a “you’re no help, you’re only going to hurt it more” attitude from her. By Monday morning, as I fed her breakfast while she lay on the floor, all three of us were a wreck.

I am happy to say that after a visit to the doctor, an x-ray, and some anti-inflammatory meds, we’re seeing our girl return back to “normal”. Yesterday afternoon when I came home from work I was greeted at the door without cries of pain, and with lots of sloppy Newf kisses. My heart was breaking just two days seeing her in pain, and last night I found nothing annoying about having my big furry shadow nudging her way between me and the counter while I made dinner in the kitchen.


P.S. Are you seeing that crazy hair on top of her head?!–Wow.

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Debbie - How scary! I wonder what it was?!?! Glad she’s recovered!

jess - she is so sweet looking!! I know how hard it can be when our ‘little ones’ are sick and they can’t really tell you why :( I’m glad to hear the pain was short lived!!!

the lucky life: birthdays, cupcakes, and prayers | lucky mutt photography - [...] I am currently thanking my lucky stars to have such a wonderful life, to have a dog that is no longer in pain, and to hear reports of Minnesota Twins’ spring training in Florida. (Baseball is back!) [...]

Kristy - Awww, poor Miss P! I’m glad to hear she’s doing better, though.

drumroll please!

Before we get to the winners, I want to thank everyone who took the time to enter this contest. Seriously, from the bottom of my heart, I cannot tell you how much I enjoyed reading all of the entries. I *can* tell you, however, that there was LOTS of laughter and some welling of the eyes involved in the reading process.

Choosing the winners was a seriously difficult decision for me…I mean, every perfect day is worthy of a photo shoot if it helps someone hold onto their happy memories. If I didn’t honestly believe that, well, then my “why” would be all out of sorts. Everyone who entered the contest–winners and non–will be receiving an email from me within the next few days. For the non-winners, expect some information on a very special offer I am extending only to this awesome group. I want to work with ALL of you, so keep your eyes peeled and your inbox on high alert!

Hugs to each of you and your pups!


With that said, the winners of the Perfect Day contest are…

Stefani and Quanuk

AND

Anne and Pippin


Stefani and Anne, I am SO excited to get to know both of you and your pups in the upcoming months!

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last two days!

The deadline for entering the Perfect Day Contest is tomorrow! Have you entered yet??

In order to help you get your perfect day wheels spinning, here is a [not even close to comprehensive] list of fun ways you and your pups could spend your perfect day together…

  • Hiking at your local park
  • Tag-team gardening (he digs, you plant)
  • Shopping at your favorite boutiques
  • Sharing ice cream
  • Napping in the backyard hammock
  • Going for a bike ride (bikejoring!)
  • Camping at a State or County park
  • Boating on your favorite river or lake
  • Fishing
  • Manis and pedis at the salon
  • Playing frisbee
  • Spa day for the pup
  • Lunch/dinner at your favorite dog-friendly restaurant
  • Swimming in the lake/river/pool
  • Play poker:)

What did I miss? Tell me about your perfect day for your chance to win a free photo session for you and your dogs AND 20% off Lucky Mutt Photography products!

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