I can hardly contain my joy and giddiness in getting to share the secret scrumptiousness regarding the newest member of our family. Meet...
♥ Miles ♥
I can not contain myself.
I am madly in love.
He is funny and spunky and independent, and hilarious.
He is fearless, and playful, and LOVES his big brother.
And big brother loves him back, big time.
Matty (Matisse) thinks that Miles is his puppy.
:)
Matty accepted him as though they were brothers from birth.
They play and jump and tumble, and are hilarious.
I have video to share some time.
A few months after we lost our precious Baby (a golden retriever), I started to hunt for a sibling for Matty. But it always led to tears of missing her, and the unknown. So I said a huge prayer, and whispered into the wind, that I was ready for a new furry baby, and to send me one when it was right.
We filled out adoption papers at rescue organizations. But something didn't feel right (although we still want to rescue an older pup). So, we kept waiting. And, I kept dreaming of a puppy. I really had my heart set on a golden retriever, like Baby.
I woke up one day knowing, the day was near, for a new family member to enter our lives.
Then super unexpectedly, I found out about two baby golden retrievers available to adopt (a boy and a girl). But, there was a couple in line before us, who would get first choice. I secretly had fallen in love with the boy from a photo that was sent to me.
And then, the couple chose the little girl.
So, the last of the litter, was ours.
A boy pup.
The same way we got Matty, the last to be adopted.
It seems that our boys were sort of chosen for us.
Which I prefer, as I would have never been able to choose.
We made lists of names, but nothing suited him at all.
Miles wasn't even on our lists, until I just called it out (out of the blue), and it was the first name he responded to in two days.
Miles is a golden retriever, and I extra love how light and fluffy he is. (his fur will get a bit darker as he gets older)
He is very young, just under 6 weeks, and gets sleepy quickly. He can be tumbling around playing, and then find a spot and cuddle up.
These puppy times go so fast, I am devouring each moment...
Miles is a little tough guy. He grabs my nightgown hem and pulls on it, whilst growling at me. He is very loveable, but doesn't like to be super babied. He wants to run around like a big boy.
At night, he wakes up every two hours to go potty. He does good at notifying me.
Today he slept for a four hour stretch, 3a.m. - 7 a.m.
Yay for me :)
I love him so much, that I look forward to seeing him at 1 a.m. and 3 a.m. and 5 a.m. (And I especially love when we accidentally wake Matty, and he joins us)
Miles is a butterball of love.
So fluffy, such a character already.
It is sooooo sweet to see Miles and Matty together...
We are so proud of Matty, and at how super well he is taking this.
Cuddly, cutie cutieeeeeee!
I can't even think of words to type right now.
Other than squeals and delightments in high pitched baby talk :)
I made littles (what I called him before he had a name) a bed right by my bed, surrounded by soft washable rugs, potty training pads (newspapers too), and then I blocked him in. I also blocked him from being able to go under the bed. He loves his space.
Mammie gave Matty the fluffy bed for Christmas, and Matty didn't want it, but puppy loves it. Only, now Matty cuddles up on it with puppy. So funny the way that happens.
So, that is my secret.
My wondrous lil' no longer a secret.
A new baby, of the furry variety.
Beyond bliss (to me).
And, as I watch him sleep...
It is snowing in the desert.
Can you believe it?
It's a good week to welcome our fluffy
King Miles of the Santa Catalinas
into our lives.
(Mister Lovee thought up the King and Santa Catalinas part, since we live at the base of the Santa Catalina mountains and all)
So, with that, I am off to cuddle my bundle of pure goodness, and my Matty love.
I am besotted.
Head over heels.
Madly in love.
(Mister Lovee is crazy in love too)
Oh and, I adore Matty so much, I didn't know how my heart was going to be able to love two, but it does, and quite naturally at that.
I am in a house of all boys, who would have thought?
ps: Remember when we brought Matty home, here??? He grew up way too fast. Oh, I love this post here too.
what a fantastic way to end 2010 and start 2011... how lucky Miles is to have you as his Mum.... it filled my heart to read your post, Vanessa. So to you, Matty, Miles and Mister have an AMAZING New Year. Hugs Olive xxxx
Posted by: Olive Appleby | December 31, 2010 at 06:29 AM
That face. THAT face!! Oh, and new puppy smell... ah 'tis heaven on earth. My guess is Baby did her best to get this little treasure to you. You just know she had a "paw" in this so to speak. Happy New Year to all of you. Cheers - Kathy
Posted by: Kathy | December 31, 2010 at 07:02 AM
congratulations!!! he's beyond adorable!!!
Posted by: amberleilani | December 31, 2010 at 07:44 AM
A*D*O*R*A*B*L*E!!!!!!!!
I am a little green with envy right now. Puppies are one of the best things in life aren't they? And then they grow up and you love them all the more but you still miss their fat little baby selves. I wish I had taken a few more pictures when all of our little creatures (2 cats 2 dogs) where babies.
Posted by: Cindy F | December 31, 2010 at 07:44 AM
Vanessa, You are so precious. I am so happy for your new arrival. May God bless you and your boys.....
Posted by: Tami | December 31, 2010 at 08:03 AM
Miss Miranda says "Awww!!" and sends the new est addition to your family lots of hugs! He's adorable! Congratulations!!! :)
Posted by: Miss Lori | December 31, 2010 at 08:10 AM
What an adorable addition to your family. He looks like so much fun and cuddliness wrapped in a little furry ball. Glad Mattie loves his new brother.
Happy for you all
Posted by: Renee | December 31, 2010 at 08:46 AM
Oh, he is so adorable! A perfect New Year's gift to all of you. And I'm glad Matty loves him too. Do post many pics of them together and lots of Miles growing up.
Happy New Year to you, Mister Lovee, Matty, and little King Miles. Have a great 2011!
Posted by: Kelly Jeanette | December 31, 2010 at 09:01 AM
Oh he is just the sweetest thing! I really want a furry canine baby to go with my furry feline babies, but I don't think that is going to happen any time soon. At least I can live vicariously through your furries!
Oh and it snowed here too yesterday! I mean I could see the snow on the mountains, but I was surprised we got any down here in Tucson. I had just returned from a snowy weather Christmas at my parents' so I was hoping for warmer weather, but oh well!
Posted by: Alia | December 31, 2010 at 10:32 AM
could he BE any cuter!!!
what a perfect way to start the new year...with this little bundle
wishing you joy and peace and love!!
x..x
steph
Posted by: stephanie | December 31, 2010 at 12:08 PM
Oh, I WUV him too!!! It's so nice that Matty has a new furry friend :~)
Posted by: Elaine | December 31, 2010 at 12:48 PM
Aaaaaaw, he`s adorable beyond words! What a perfect christmas gift little Miles is.
Congratulations Vanessa :D
I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas.
Happy New Year :D
Posted by: Moonfairy | December 31, 2010 at 01:47 PM
Miles is a sweetie. I know Matty adores his new brother.
Posted by: Shell | December 31, 2010 at 04:01 PM
I think this is the first time I've ever gotten teary eyed over something so cute!!! Oh I just want to squeeze him! I'm so happy for you!
Posted by: m | December 31, 2010 at 06:10 PM
VANESSA!!!!!!! Congratulations, dear friend. Miles is so so so beautiful - a beautiful baby boy. A true gift to your family. :) My heart is breaking when I see that adorable little face, and I'm so happy that Matty loves his baby brother. And to top off all this immense joy - you got SNOW!!!!! What a magical New Year, Vanessa! My heart is full of happiness for you, Mr. Lovey and Matty. Wishing much love and happiness to young Miles. Give him an extra big old hug and kiss! xoxo Theresa
Posted by: Theresa | December 31, 2010 at 06:48 PM
He is beautiful and wonderful, I am so happy for you. :)
Seeing the pictures brings back memories of the times I have received little puppies and the pure love, joy, excitement and happiness that you feel. It is a dream of mine to feel this again as I now live in another country and am far from my dogs, I miss them very much.
I wish you and your little family a happy New Year!
Maia
Posted by: Maia | December 31, 2010 at 08:15 PM
Miles is so cute! Congratulations on your new baby:)
Posted by: Toni | December 31, 2010 at 10:39 PM
What a most delightful secret!
I can see how you would be floating with all this love and lightness in your heart.
And snow for your holidays sounds wonderful too, knowing it will not last for the next four months as it would here.
All the snow missed us this holiday (have no fear, it is lurking) and we are experiencing unseasonably warm temps, high strong winds and a dreary, drippy holiday week.
Staying in and cuddling my furbabies is the perfect way to spend a New Years day.
Wishing you a magical and wonderful New Year.
Can not wait to see more of both of your fur babies and watch King Miles grow.
Posted by: dogsmom | January 01, 2011 at 06:09 AM
Congratulations Vanessa, Miles is just too cute for words. I hope you and your family have a joyful New Year!!! Hugs, Janet
Posted by: Janet | January 01, 2011 at 09:57 AM
YIPPEE!!!! What a great way to start 2011!
What wonderful news! I loved the pics...thanks so much for sharing. xo
Posted by: Tiffany | January 01, 2011 at 10:04 AM
Oh Vanessa, I am sooooo happy for you and Mister and Matty. O new fur baby can cure so many things. My heart is singing a happy song for your amazing family. You are so blessed and you share your wealth with everyone. Thanks for that.
I want more photos soon.
Until Then,
Wende
P/S awesome snow photos.
Posted by: Wende Scroggins | January 01, 2011 at 10:20 AM
Oh my goodness...he is too precious!!! I love those waddly little puppy bodies. And the way they smell....and their little puppy grunts and whimpers. SIGH. We just got a new puppers too....her name is Elsie...and she is a love, love, love. Happy New Year to you!
Posted by: The Dreaming Bear | January 01, 2011 at 10:28 AM
Congratulations!! I am so happy for you! Miles is the cutest! Now I want to go out and get a puppy......my kitties would not enjoy it one bit or my hubby or son! I'm thinking I might not care.
Posted by: Melissa | January 01, 2011 at 02:33 PM
OMD - Oh my dog! I can almost smell the wonderful puppy breath from here! Miles is sooooo adorable, and what a wonderful new playmate for Matty! I can't wait to see him grow up (although don't you wish they could be puppies forever?). Enjoy your new Christmas present!
Posted by: Laura S. | January 01, 2011 at 02:33 PM
too stinkin cute is he...and now Vanessa, three boyz all beginning Mister Lovee, Matty & Miles...the three Musekeeters...All for one ~ one for All! Paws down he is by far a cutie putie & you're so right how fast they grow...Congrats!...here's to lots of puppy kisses & tail waggin ...and please do, send my congrats to Matty too for becoming a big bro... ;0) xox
Posted by: marlene | January 01, 2011 at 03:09 PM
I'm late as far as reading this but so excited!! Miles is totally adorable ~ such a bundle of love. I'm ecstatic that Matty has welcomed him...sometimes the male/alpha dog stuff kicks in and that's not so good. I think Matty will be a fabulous big brother and they are going to have a blast together!
I'm so happy for all of you! Wishing you an incredibly happy new year full of love, joy, laughter, abundance, fun and magic.
xo
Pat
Posted by: Pat | January 01, 2011 at 07:17 PM
My 3 year old son, Angelus, and I just loved this post! We laughed and giggled, what a lovely puppy!
Posted by: Domestic Witch | January 01, 2011 at 07:31 PM
oh
how
perfectly
P E R F E C T
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
~~~A new baby, of the furry variety.~~~
:-)
yippeeeee for YOU!
yes
yes
yes
how
perfectly
P E R F E C T
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by: somepinkflowers | January 01, 2011 at 07:37 PM
Congratulations! He is so adorable. My Emma is a grown up golden, but I still look at her puppy pictures. Soooo Cute. Miles is just the cutest bundle of fur. Matty is so cute to. He reminds me of my old dog Seamus who passed about 5 years ago. I still miss him and love to see your videos of Matty.
Posted by: Shannon Bailes | January 01, 2011 at 08:00 PM
Oh!!! A new furry baby!!!
Golden Retrievers are the bestest of the bestest! They are so loving and loyal, and brave and, and, and, just about PERFECT!!!
I am so happy for Matisse and for both of you. Hurray!!!
Cheers!
Miss Teresa
P.S. So you now have two luvs that start with the letter 'm'. Oh...sorry...three luvs...Mister Lovee too! Hee! Hee!
Posted by: Teresa in California | January 02, 2011 at 12:42 AM
Oh dear...with all this shop packing, moving and then resetting up, I almost missed the whole thing! Congratulations on your newest addition...he's just adorable! (and at some point, I'm sure we'll both be sleeping through the night again, eh?)
Posted by: sadira | January 02, 2011 at 06:45 AM
Congratulations, Dear Vanessa! Baby Miles is so sweet! Wishing you, your Mr. Lovey and your babies Miles and Matty a Wonderful, Happy New Year!
Betty
Posted by: Betty Parker-Knowles | January 02, 2011 at 12:25 PM
Where has time gone & when did Matty become such a big Boy? Miles is boundless love & energy what a great combination - it's like they've always known each other. Imagine the adventures that lie ahead for all of you. Our furry family brings so much into our hearts & lives. Happy New Year to you & Mr. Lovee - enjoy your boundless bundles of energy & love.
Happy New Year blessings, Robin
Posted by: Robin | January 02, 2011 at 01:19 PM
Oh, he is just the sweetest fluff-ball ever! I love how it looks like he's rockin' a little faux-hawk hairdo in several photos :)
Posted by: Mellisa | January 02, 2011 at 04:21 PM
He is just toooo adorable! and what a perfect name!
Posted by: waterrose | January 02, 2011 at 06:20 PM
Oh!!Miles is absolutely the cutest little brother ever! I can understand the giggles and squeals completely!! He is so lucky to have found a wonderful forever family!
Posted by: Betty @ She's Sew Pretty | January 03, 2011 at 11:41 AM
Oh he's Wonderful! Congrats on your new addition! A Blessed, healthy & Happy 2011 to you & yours!
Posted by: Jo | January 04, 2011 at 12:07 PM
Me thinks he is the cutest little bundle of furling love ever!!!!! What a darling face!!!!
Congratulations on your new baby and I'm sure he will bring you so much joy that you think your heart will just keep growing and growing...and of course it will, for that is what puppies are for.
Much love and I hope you had a slendiferous CHRISTMAS!!!!!!!
Love me...hee hee!!!
Posted by: Cori G. | January 04, 2011 at 02:53 PM
Happy New Year Hun!
What an adorable new baby... enjoy his every waking moment.
Susan x
Posted by: Miss Maddie's | January 04, 2011 at 03:02 PM
Yay and a big YIPPEE!!! Miles is such a handsome boy. Love love love the shots of Matty with the baby...can life get any sweeter? I think NOT! Oh yay for little puppy breath and little puppy teeth. Here's a wish for much needed sleep for the once again new mama.
**blows kisses** Deb
Posted by: deborah | January 05, 2011 at 02:27 AM
He's sooooo cute!
Posted by: Keisha - Cupcake Wishes & Birthday Dreams | January 05, 2011 at 10:58 AM
Congrats on your new fur baby! They are ever so special, aren't they. I love each every one of my fur babies. He is so cute and cuddly. Have a wonderful 2011.
Posted by: Lisa Kay Balazs | January 06, 2011 at 04:12 AM
What a Merry Christmas you had! Miles is an adorable powder puff!! He looks so cuddly. I think Baby sent him to you.
Posted by: foo | January 07, 2011 at 07:56 AM
Eeeeeeeeeeeep~~~!! This is quite possibly (most likely) the cutest pup in the whole wide world!! What a sweeeeeeeeet little fur baby, indeed!! I'm sure your the proudest and happiest of folks just about now!! :)
Happy New Year to You Miss Muffinette!!
Posted by: Marjorie | January 07, 2011 at 01:26 PM
I'm behind in reading your blog. Miles is sooo adorable! I can't wait till I share pics with Natalie. Not only that..Natalie always wears mismatched socks. I've been putting your pictures around my room, postcards etc. I'm still trying to figure out how I want to frame the Flower Song.
Happy New Years Katharine and Natalie
Posted by: Katharine | January 11, 2011 at 03:29 AM
A dog with a mohawk... how caute!
Posted by: Cheryl | January 12, 2011 at 04:45 PM
Oh Vanessa!
I just fell off this chair and hurt myself I got so EXCITED reading this!
DOogan came rushing in to see what was the matter...
and then he caught a glimpse of handsome MILES!!!!!!!
He fell on the floor too!
We are both...bubbling over with giddy~ness!
Truly...we are!
This is the BEST thing that could ever ever happen to Mr. Matty!
Baby taught him well.
She prepared his heart for this new fur~baby.
JUst as she was so gentle and kind to Matty...so will he be to Miles.
Oh what a SWEET SWEET story of such JOY!
I am just beyond JOY~ful!
What a happy happy happy world he is in!
Snuggles to you all!
And the SNOW...well that is MAGIC!!!!!!!
xo
Posted by: teresa | January 13, 2011 at 04:04 PM
Oh, my gosh, Vanessa, I haven't been by in ages because my laptop died and I've just seen King Miles of the Santa Catalinas. He is GORGEOUS!
Would you believe that my eight year old Puerto Rican street dog rescue is named Prince Miles Miguel?!
Posted by: Ky | February 23, 2011 at 07:01 PM
I love these pictures! The cuteness of this puppy is beyond real!
Posted by: Monofoil | April 14, 2012 at 03:43 PM