“A Joyful face is always a beautiful face.” – Sadhguru






Meet Cooper! And thank goodness a picture is worth 1,000 words because I’m too tired to write anything.


In fact, the whole getting a puppy thing has been so monumental this week that I pretty much forgot that we also did other things this week like going to IKEA and building a loft bed, an outing on my brother’s tugboat to see the Blue Angels perform, and other usual fun until I looked at the pictures. So here are two pictures from SeaFair.


The sign and the heart of the week (raspberry cookies from IKEA) as demonstrated by Miss O.
Hope you all have had a great week!
Since a cooper is one who works on barrels and casks, I think Cooper is going to be one helpful dog!
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Oh, I didn’t know that about cooper. I love all that I learn from you, Dr. Stein!
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Cute puppy, sadly true sign, and beautiful smiling people!
I was out for a run in Cheyenne, Wyoming several years ago, and the Blue Angels were doing an exhibition above me. That was a rush!! Especially when they all hit the afterburners!
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Oh yes, the sound – it is exhilarating. I imagine that you ran especially fast that day, David!
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For real!
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Ah….Cooper! Such a face…a member of the family already. Love! ❤️
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You’re right – a member of the family indeed! ❤ ❤ ❤
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According to the sign of the week, Wynne, if I need something done, I’m pretty sure you’re the one I’m supposed to call! 😏😂
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I had the same thought, Jane!! 😂
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🙂 🙂
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Ha, I snorted at that one, Jane! Good one! 🙂
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Cooper is a cutie pie. I can see how much love and joy he’s already bringing to your kids and home. Enjoy every moment together, Wynne!
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Because puppies grow up fast too, don’t they, Ab? Yes, he’s aced loved and joy so far!! 🙂
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Whenever I’m out hiking with my littler one and he sees a baby, he’ll make this roar of appreciation and follow it with a likewise-roared, “SO CUTE!” This is about my reaction to all the puppy-with-fam pictures. 😀
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Awww, I love this reaction, especially with the story behind it. Thank you!
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Cooper is super cute!
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He does seem to have cute down… 🙂 Thanks, Cristiana!
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It’s been a busy, but great week welcoming Cooper I’m sure. It’s going to be oodles of fun. And a bit of work too. Enjoy! 🌸
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“And a bit of work too.” So funny – and all so true! Thanks, Alegria! ❤
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My pleasure Wynne. 💕🌸
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A great week capped off with Cooper! 🤩
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Exactly right, Todd! 🙂 ❤
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This is going to be fun seeing lots of puppy photos with the kids! Love them all!
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I ran my phone out of power in the first hour of having Cooper if that’s any indication of how this is going to go… 🙂 Thanks, Tamara!
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Lol, why am I not surprised? Enjoy!
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Adorable puppy, especially in the stroller.
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I love that one too, Rebecca! Hard to beat a little puppy face for cuteness! 🙂
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Cuuute puppy 🙂.. a big congratulations on the new family member! He looks adorable..
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Thank you, apeacefultree. He’s a good addition to the family for sure!
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Beautiful puppy. It looks like Cooper is a hit. Looks like the children adore him. Also loved the Jammie Dodgers (your cookies) – a family favourite here
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Jammie Dodgers? You can make everything sound way more interesting!! Love it!
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Love all these photos! 💜
There is an IKEA in Lisbon and I will happily go there just for their desserts.
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I never thought of going there for their desserts before now but you have a great point!
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Yea! The puppy is here. Nice to meet Cooper.
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Thanks, DM!
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Wishing you and the children many joyful years of dogie love! Adorable expressions on the faces of the children and Mr. Cooper!
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Thank you, Mary! Yes, everyone has their most adorable faces on right now. 🙂
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Hopefully the 3 children can wear each other out so that Mom can get some rest! Exhausting days, but lovely memories 💞💞💞
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Exhausting days but lovely memories…I couldn’t have described my day any better. Thanks, Dawn!
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Oh! I am in love! Cooper. 💖
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Maybe you need to come visit Cooper when you are in Seattle this month, Michelle! 🙂 ❤
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Aww. I would love that but they will literally keep me so busy during this conference that I barely have time to breathe.
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I totally understand! 🙂
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Congrats on the new puppy! Simply darling. Seeing your pic of the Blue Angels flying overhead made me think of my dad. He loved the Blue Angels and flying.
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Oh, I love the memory of your father. That’s wonderful!
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Lovely family!
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Thank you, dear Chaya! ❤ ❤ ❤
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Did you have to assemble the cookie yourself?
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Ha, ha, ha! 🙂
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Adorable! Kids and puppies, they make me smile. Hugs, C
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