Sadly, it was not with me.
I was giving serious thought to asking the shelter to hold him for a week, and a friend at my office told me she would gladly take Oliver to her house for the week, if I adopted him before my trip to San Francisco.
As I expected, Oliver's sweet nature and adorable face appealed to a kind soul who took the little guy home right away.
We have more travel to do, Mark and I. Our San Francisco trip has given us the motivation to seek a new home in the friendlier and more open surroundings of the North Side of the city, or even to a coastal town.
All I have to do is look at this cute beagle and the smiles break out all over my face! I'm glad that little Oliver got a second chance with a new owner. I'm sure they are both feeling very lucky indeed. I think I would be sad to see him go too if I were you, Tom, and probably wouldn't have hesitated to take him home, but I understand your motivation for not doing that. When you and Mark are ready there will undoubtedly be another four-footed friend to take Oliver's place. Awesome post, my friend.
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ReplyDeleteIt's a very delicate situation, and Mark and I are personally torn. I appreciate your understanding. I think you are right on in your prediction that we will soon welcome a new animal (or two?) into our home.
I would love to see a new piece from you (with pictures?) about the current antics of your special canine companions. While you're at it, perhaps some grandfatherly anecdotes!
Nice to see you Tom!