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From as far back as I can remember, Golden Retrievers have played a pretty big role in my life. First it was when my dad was breeding and showing them, when he would come to visit and bring two or three of the furry golden puff balls for us to play with. Then it was when I was a little older and he let me come watch while he showed them, as long as I didn’t touch them after they were groomed of course. Later after my father died, goldens were some kind of connection to him that I could still have, even though he wasn’t around. I remember the day he died I left with my golden Phillip and hid by the flat rocks from everyone until I was finished crying. In one way or another one of my goldens has been there for me in good times and in bad.
Having recently been married and at the same time getting our new puppy Bea, I am at a new, exciting and unknown place in life. Now Alex and I have three dogs and Bea seems to have become the alpha dog and reason for all insanity in our home almost overnight. Henry, my most loyal and favorite (although I’d never tell the other two) is getting a little older and slower but always faithful and loving. Albert well, I never know what he is thinking but I swear he’s planning something mischievous constantly, he probably draws on my head at night. He is the only one who cries (howls) when I come home after a few days away, so I know he loves me. These dogs are the center of our household whether we like it or not and although we don’t have children just yet, it sure feels like it. Beamakesthree is about combining all things in life that I love into one place. It also hopefully will give me an opportunity to talk about some things that I am passionate about but, otherwise would keep to myself.
Now, our goldens are not only a connection to my dad but, they are part of who I am and who our family is, they are home to me. In one way or another, no matter what direction I go in life, I always end up back with Golden Retrievers on my lap, covered in slobber, fur, and lots of unconditional love.
Maggie
Wow Maggie, this is such a cool blog! You’re so eloquent, and yet so earnest and honest with your writing…please continue to share their adventures (and yours) with us…..thanks and Happy Halloween!!!
I started to cry while reading about Henry passing recently. I too have lost my big golden Chase just this past Friday very suddenly and at only 8 years old, my heart is broken beyond repair right now. We had gotten Chase a new playmate after we lost our Zack a little over 2 years ago and we somehow found this beautiful little JJ (Rizers Jay-Lo) on a website, which led us to Scott & Seann. We’ve been in constant contact over the last 2 years since bringing JJ into our home and did let them know about our Chase. Scott told me about their upcoming litter and of your website. It’s so wonderful to read your blogs and knowing that others out there love goldens as much as we do. My goldens have always been my 4 legged children and such a huge part of our life..myself and my husband.
I wish you only the best with your new baby and your furbabies too!
hi maggie! lucinda told me about your blog a while back, you are a great writer!
So sorry about your loss of Henry, we went through it with 2 goldens years ago, Walter and Colin. They were father and son and just the best. Both got cancer at 8 and 9 years old so I know exactly what you went through and are going through, so hard, but their lives were such a blessing that we felt so lucky just to have had them for the time that we did. Henry will always be with you!!!
oh maggie! I just absolutely love that you have a blog. My first dog was a golden retriever, Charlie. I was there when we had to put him to sleep due to hip displaysia
Saddest day of my life at a young young age. Oh, I feel for you… he was my FIRST DOG, it was hard.
Congratulations on the baby news! I can’t wait to read more about your lovely life. I live vicariously through you, well, I love my life… but you know… you are MAGGIE!!! I mean come on! haha
So glad to have found your blog – there just aren’t enough dog lovers in the world (animals in general really). I was raised in a family where dogs were treated like one of the kids (presents at Christmas, etc.) and in my travels I have met so many people that don’t understand why I treat my dogs like my babies. I have been called ridiculous because of the way I treat my dogs and I even resorted to stop discussing them with people because I didn’t want them to think I was a strange dog lady. Our dogs are also the center of our household and I wouldn’t have it any other way. You have reminded me of a very important thing – to always be yourself. Cheers and Bravo to you Maggie! Thanks for re-instating my faith that there are good animal-loving people still in existence! Best of Luck with your pregnancy.
Hey, thanks for the blog. Been reading that are a survivor… You story cheered me up. Thanks.
I’m really glad to have found your blog and look forward to more of your musings about dogs, diet, calories, etc.
I really like your blog. My siblings and I share a bond with Goldens as our family had a few starting when I was a teen. When times were tough emotionally we seemed to communicate through our love of our dogs. Both of my parents passed away within 3 years of one another and the goldens were “orphaned” so my sister took them in.
Sounds like Bea is definitely the “Queen Bea” of your home and that all of you have a very happy healthy life. Goldens love unconditionally and you are giving them such great love in return.
I look forward to more stories about the doggies.
absolutely love your golden love! lol. i too, have been around goldens almost my whole life (since i was 5, anyway), and they truly are the best dog on the planet. i look forward to your adventures, posts, and hey, maybe even a response! XoXo, Dreya and Clementine
Hi Dreya and Clementine,
Thanks for your kind and sweet comment! Goldens are the absolute best, aren’t they? Bea is getting so big I have to remind myself that she was a bit of a terror as a baby to keep myself from getting another! I think the other’s would disown me.
My best to you and yours,
Maggie
Your dogs are just gorgeous!
Totally enjoyable! Love the Goldens! We have three Shih Tzus and sometimes I feel like a dog tree as they all love to hang on mommy!