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Wednesday, September 14, 2011

lucky dog

Meet Snoopy.  He was my childhood dog.  During high school, I took oil painting lessons and shared my lessons with my Mother and this was the first painting that she did of Snoopy.  The last time I was home, I took a photo.  I adored Snoopy and this painting too.  My Mother raised seven of us, took care of countless animals, entertained, cooked and always seemed to find time to create.  I keep encouraging her to paint the way she encourages me.

I was in college when Snoopy left this planet to "doggie heaven" and I will never forget crying on the phone with my Mom.  I love this painting to remember what a sweet family dog he was and how much we all loved him.  I think Snoopy was one lucky dog.
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20 comments:

  1. Susan McClaskeySeptember 14, 2011 at 6:49 AM

    Your dog was lucky and so were you! When we can share our lives with animals we are better people for it.
    Best,
    Susan

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  2. Formerly known as FrauSeptember 14, 2011 at 6:58 AM

    I love the Snoopy painting and your childhood dogs name! Having a dog and the love that goes with it is priceless. Other than my Sophie waking me up this morning at 4 am to have her belly rubbed I would say I can't imagine a life without a pet.

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  3. quintessenceSeptember 14, 2011 at 7:14 AM

    Just love this heartfelt portrait!! Your mom was amazing! I remember when my dog went to "doggie heaven" when I was in college as well - such a sad day no matter how old you are!!

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  4. I Dream OfSeptember 14, 2011 at 10:02 AM

    Such a lovely memory and painting of Snoopy. You mother sounds absolutely amazing. I remember losing our first dog -- Winnie-- when I was in college. I still miss her. I like to imagine Snoopy, Winnie and all our doggie friend having a great time in "doggie heaven."

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  5. KwanaSeptember 14, 2011 at 10:09 AM

    What a sweetheart and beautiful painting. This brings a tear.

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  6. JoyceSeptember 14, 2011 at 10:22 AM

    I think both Snoopy and your family were lucky to have one another. I love the painting. Have you done one of Snoopy?
    I love my dogs... xo

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  7. Nelle SomervilleSeptember 14, 2011 at 12:46 PM

    How fun to have such a big family! I love that the artist fruit didn't fall far from the tree. Hope you are well PVE! xoxo, Nelle

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  8. Summer is a VerbSeptember 14, 2011 at 2:09 PM

    That's what I call a in the event of a fire, grab piece. You are going to make your granddaughter or great granddaughter veeery happy someday with all these masterpieces...XXOO

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  9. KarenaSeptember 14, 2011 at 2:49 PM

    Patricia, this is just too sweet and heartfelt. What a special relationship!

    xoxo
    Karena

    Art by Karena

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  10. Easy and Elegant LifeSeptember 14, 2011 at 2:56 PM

    I'd say that 99% of dogs are lucky critters. If my friends' and ours' are any indication....

    Gotta love family portraits!

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  11. debra @ 5th and stateSeptember 14, 2011 at 5:34 PM

    beautiful, simply beautiful
    debra

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  12. UnknownSeptember 14, 2011 at 7:16 PM

    PVE,

    Step outside tonight, look up at a sparkling star, name it Snoopy and everytime you get a chance to be outside remember to look up and wave to Snoopy in heaven. It's such a wonderful feeling. Helps the tears dry up too.

    Love the name Snoopy, adore the painting and the story behind it that you've shared here today Thank You! Your Mum is a real living breathing Saint and a wonderful painter too.

    Bette

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  13. annechovieSeptember 14, 2011 at 7:38 PM

    Your Mom sounds like such an amazing woman....love her painting and the name "Snoopy" for a dog. Thanks for the delish root veg recipe, too....xo

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  14. Hill Country House GirlSeptember 14, 2011 at 9:08 PM

    What a dear story, amazing mom, and precious dog. I love the painting and the name Snoopy. Makes me want to paint my Buddy right now.

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  15. designchicSeptember 14, 2011 at 10:26 PM

    How adorable...I can almost see to his sweet soul.

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  16. annie@mostlovelythingsSeptember 14, 2011 at 11:13 PM

    Your mom sounds amazing...to raise seven children and take time to share painting lessons with her daughter. The painting must be special to you for many reasons!

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  17. EmilySeptember 14, 2011 at 11:19 PM

    So endearing. Thank you Patricia for sharing this lovely painting and the story that goes with it.

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  18. The enchanted homeSeptember 15, 2011 at 6:10 AM

    What a sweet painting! Dogs make our lives richer and more joyous and I love that you were able to keep his memory alive through your beautiful talent!

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  19. 24 CornersSeptember 16, 2011 at 7:04 PM

    What a wonderful memory and it sounds like, a very wonderful pup. The painting is precious...I love that your mom paints as well...this beautiful gift definitely runs in the family, doesn't it?!
    xo J~

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  20. Aspiring KennedySeptember 18, 2011 at 6:56 PM

    oh, i love this! i would buy it for myself if i saw it... but im sure you love it even more knowing snoopy! :) what a great name for a dog. hah!

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