Life Lessons from Sadie

Posted on March 20th, 2011 by peanutbutterfingers

Last week I saw one of the most adorable blog posts on Tina’s blog where she posted Life Advice from Murphy which detailed, through pictures, everything her pug has taught her about life.

You guys know I am basically obsessed with Sadie (and all dogs) and as I read her post, my mind instantly started thinking about all the things I’ve learned from Sadie.

So, without further ado, here are life lessons from Sadie…

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The best things in life are free.

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Sharing is caring. 

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Fight for the things you believe in.

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Not every day is a good day… but that’s okay.

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Don’t be afraid to say you’re sorry.

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Get all gussied up every once in a while.

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Keep your nose in your own business.

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Always make time for family.

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Laugh every day.

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Eat the foods you love without guilt.

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Stay active.

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Don’t be afraid to leap into the unknown.

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Sometimes a hug makes everything better.

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Haters are gonna hate. Shake it off.

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Calories from taste testing don’t count.

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Sadie is so wise. Winking smile 

Have you learned anything from a pet?

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94 Responses to “Life Lessons from Sadie”

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    Carrie, on March 20th, 2011 at 2:50 pm Said:

    HAHAHHAAH i LOVE SADIE- she is one smart dog!

      

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    Emma (Sweet Tooth Runner), on March 20th, 2011 at 2:50 pm Said:

    AAAAWWW Sadie is the CUTEST!!! And she is one WISE dog!! Seriously, this she shares my most important belief: ‘Calories from taste testing don’t count.’ :D

      

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    Paula @ Eat: Watch: Run, on March 20th, 2011 at 2:50 pm Said:

    Adorable post :-)

    I’ve learned life is short, from one of my dearly departed pets.

      

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    Jess@atasteofconfidence, on March 20th, 2011 at 2:52 pm Said:

    I loved Tina’s post, and this one, too- so fun and full of great reminders.

      

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    rebecca lustig, on March 20th, 2011 at 2:52 pm Said:

    my neighbors JUST got the CUTEST puppy, and while i never thought i was a big dog person, I’ve learned that a pet can completely turn a day around in a matter of a second. How can they not make you smile?!

      

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    Jenn from Much to My Delight, on March 20th, 2011 at 2:55 pm Said:

    Now THAT was cute. Your dog is one wise mammal.

      

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    Meg, on March 20th, 2011 at 3:01 pm Said:

    This is so sweet. I can’t wait to move to an apartment that lets me have a dog! Dogs are there when no one else is and are wise without words. Thanks for the perspective!

      

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    MJ, on March 20th, 2011 at 3:02 pm Said:

    I love what Sadie has taught you. Adorable pics of her as always. I learned from my cat that there’s always time for a cuddle!

      

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    Alicia, on March 20th, 2011 at 3:04 pm Said:

    adorable!! love it!

      

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    heather, on March 20th, 2011 at 3:06 pm Said:

    <3

      

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    Molly, on March 20th, 2011 at 3:07 pm Said:

    I’ve fallen in love with vizslas due to you+Sadie :)
    My dog just passed away, and I’m thinking a Vizsla next for a running buddy :)

      

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    Courtney @ Sweet Tooth, Sweet Life, on March 20th, 2011 at 3:12 pm Said:

    Awwww, how cute! :) I saw Tina’s post with Murphy and thought it was totally adorable.
    I’d have to say that Cody hasn’t taught me much of anything except it’s okay to hang out spread-eagle in front of a room full of friends…
    ;)

      

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    peanutbutterfingers Reply:
    March 20th, 2011 at 3:13 pm

    what a little hussie. ;)

      

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    Emma (Namaste Everyday), on March 20th, 2011 at 3:25 pm Said:

    I believe in leaping into the unknown, too! I just bungy jumped and it was amazing! you do have to think like a dog for a sec, lol

      

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    Hilary, on March 20th, 2011 at 3:33 pm Said:

    This is adorable. Makes me smile :) . Well, reading your blog everyday makes
    me smile!

      

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    Rachael Ann, on March 20th, 2011 at 3:36 pm Said:

    Sadie is so cute! How big is she? My dog Tessa (rescued spaniel mix breed) is about 35lbs and they look about the same size. Tessa has definitely taught me to embrace the little joys every day. She’s a doggie optimist if there is such a thing =]

      

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    peanutbutterfingers Reply:
    March 20th, 2011 at 4:09 pm

    You’re right on! She’s 35 lbs.

      

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    Kelly, on March 20th, 2011 at 3:39 pm Said:

    So so cute!!! Love it!

      

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    Ali @ Ali Runs, on March 20th, 2011 at 3:49 pm Said:

    This is such a cute post! I really believe dogs can teach you a lot about life if you listen. :)

      

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    Marina, on March 20th, 2011 at 3:51 pm Said:

    Love this post!
    I’ve learned from my cats that sleeping in the sun is an awesome thing to do, and that you should be independent, but full of love to those that deserve it.

      

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    Abby, on March 20th, 2011 at 3:53 pm Said:

    Ahh love this post! It makes me have puppy fever even more! December needs to hurry up so I can get one already! lol :)

      

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    Briana (AuD Runner), on March 20th, 2011 at 3:55 pm Said:

    What a great post!! This made me smile!!

    PBF- I have only recently began reading your blog. but I must say, I love your site and always enjoy reading what you have to say! I look forward to more!

      

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    Gabriela @ Une Vie Saine, on March 20th, 2011 at 3:56 pm Said:

    My old dog taught me that cuddling with a pet can make even the worst day seem better. I remember getting really upset over college applications my senior year, and basically having a breakdown that left me crying on our family room floor. Indy came over and started licking my face with his huge smelly tongue, and even though it was kind of gross, it instantly made me feel better. Dogs are so in tune to human emotions!

      

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    Colleen @ The Lunchbox Diaries, on March 20th, 2011 at 4:15 pm Said:

    This post left me with such a big smile on my face :D Sadie is so adorable – and I love the idea of this post. Great one!

      

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    Tina @ Faith Fitness Fun, on March 20th, 2011 at 4:24 pm Said:

    Awesomeness! Love all the pics. And that one of “not every day is a good day…” – she really does look like she is wailing. LOL

      

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    Leanne@Coffee&Claptrap, on March 20th, 2011 at 4:27 pm Said:

    Awww I LOVE this post!

    My fave pic of Sadie has got to be the “Laugh every day” one!

    She’s so cute I could make a Sadie Sammich and gobble her right up. ;)

      

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    Annette @ EnjoyYourHealthyLife, on March 20th, 2011 at 4:32 pm Said:

    I really like this post!! Sadie is a very cute dog :)

      

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    mkr, on March 20th, 2011 at 4:32 pm Said:

    My bf and I went to a dog adoption place yesterday to check out the dogs. I loved every single one of them! But there was this big goofy fluff ball named Red who went up to every human for a petting and every dog for a lick or a sniff – making me think that if Red had a life mantra, it’d be “Be nice to everyone, no matter what” :]

      

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    Sarah @ The Pajama Chef, on March 20th, 2011 at 4:35 pm Said:

    adorable!!

      

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    Anita, on March 20th, 2011 at 4:38 pm Said:

    Awww this is great! I read all of your Sadie posts and I just can’t wait to get a puppy of my own in a few years!!

      

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    J3nn (Jenn's Menu and Lifestyle Blog), on March 20th, 2011 at 4:42 pm Said:

    I love this post!!! :mrgreen:

    From our cats, I’ve learned that naps are good, but tuna is better.

      

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    Tara, on March 20th, 2011 at 4:45 pm Said:

    i literally giggled like a little kid when i read this post. sadie looks SO cute with her little pink nose and funny faces!

      

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    Ashley, on March 20th, 2011 at 4:56 pm Said:

    this post totally makes me want to get a dog. such cute pics.

      

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    Carly, on March 20th, 2011 at 4:57 pm Said:

    Awwww! I LOVE this! :)

      

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    Allison @ Happy Tales, on March 20th, 2011 at 4:57 pm Said:

    Ohmygoodness. I LOVE THIS!!!!!!!!!!!!!! You are so right, dogs have such a wonderful view on life… they don’t hold grudges… they are loving towards everyone (for the most part, ha!) and they know how to make you feel better when you’re sad. Nothing beats a puppykiss! Aw, this post brought me so much happiness!!!!!!!!! Thanks for the smiles, Julie and Sadie :)

      

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    Heather (Heather's Dish), on March 20th, 2011 at 5:03 pm Said:

    love like there’s no tomorrow! my puppies love always, no matter what, and like there’s no tomorrow :)

      

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    Katie, on March 20th, 2011 at 5:12 pm Said:

    Julie you can always make me smile. Sadie is SOO cute! I love the life lessons :)

      

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    Lindsay@Brownies For Brunch, on March 20th, 2011 at 5:15 pm Said:

    This post is so great! Sadie is definitely a wise dog…especially when it comes to taste testing :-)

      

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    Kody, on March 20th, 2011 at 5:15 pm Said:

    Julie this is probably my favorite post from you I’ve read, and I’ve been reading since September.

      

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    Kristy@RunTheLongRoad, on March 20th, 2011 at 5:25 pm Said:

    Thank you Sadie! I read Tina’s post earlier this week and loved that as well!

      

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    Jemma @ Celery and Cupcakes, on March 20th, 2011 at 5:30 pm Said:

    Sadie’s so cute and her life lessons are spot on too! :D

      

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    Lori Lynn, on March 20th, 2011 at 5:30 pm Said:

    Very cute pics. My cat’s name is Sadie too. ;-)

      

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    Amy, on March 20th, 2011 at 5:38 pm Said:

    Oh Sadie, such a sage! This has me wanting to post life lessons for my dog George, but I’m pretty sure he thinks it all boils down to cuddles and making friends.

      

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    Meg, on March 20th, 2011 at 5:42 pm Said:

    How cute! Sadie is such a sweetie. I’ve learned from my dog Hunter to be more outgoing. Everywhere he goes, everyone is his friend!

      

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    Meg, on March 20th, 2011 at 5:47 pm Said:

    Dogs are so good at living life – I LOVE this Julie!

      

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    Lauren, on March 20th, 2011 at 5:49 pm Said:

    So cute! My dog teaches me to always smile – she always seems to have a giant, goofy grin on her face.

      

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    kate, on March 20th, 2011 at 5:50 pm Said:

    So sweet and great lessons! I have a vizsla too and they make the world soooo much better!!!

      

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    Lissy, on March 20th, 2011 at 5:56 pm Said:

    :D This made me smile :) “Eat the foods you love without guilt.” So true, so true.

    What I learned from Princess:
    Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Possibly, the most important thing EVER.
    Chocolate is worth risking your life for.

    What I learned from Buffy:
    You can always get what you want by acting cute.
    Keep your paws clean and your nails trimmed.

      

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    Jeanny, on March 20th, 2011 at 6:15 pm Said:

    AHH, I absolutely LOVE LOVE LOVE this post!!!!!! Dogs (& the wisdowm they bestow) indeed make this world a better place :)

      

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    leslie, on March 20th, 2011 at 6:50 pm Said:

    I love it! Sadie has definitely taught me to appreciate the little things in life :) . Precious!

      

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    Lucky Mommy, on March 20th, 2011 at 6:51 pm Said:

    I LOVE your blog! You are so adorable and I’ve been reading the whole thing. Very cute :)

      

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    Jamie @ getalivingsense, on March 20th, 2011 at 6:59 pm Said:

    I LOVE this! Sadie is my very favorite blog dog, so I appreciate her life lessons! :P

      

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    Vanessa, on March 20th, 2011 at 7:21 pm Said:

    love this post!! Such cute pics, thanks!

      

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    McKenzie, on March 20th, 2011 at 8:02 pm Said:

    I absolutely love this! And Sadie is so adorable!

      

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    Alaina, on March 20th, 2011 at 8:03 pm Said:

    Awww, that is just too cute. :-) I love the laugh everyday picture!

      

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    Mary @ Bites and Bliss, on March 20th, 2011 at 8:05 pm Said:

    Sadie sure knows how to live life!!

      

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    LittleMissFitness, on March 20th, 2011 at 8:08 pm Said:

    This is seriously so sweet. I’ve learned that dogs are really the most faithful companions.

      

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    Lauren, on March 20th, 2011 at 8:19 pm Said:

    So adorable! Sadie is so wise. :)

      

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    Whitney, on March 20th, 2011 at 8:29 pm Said:

    I’ve learned there’s no such thing as too much sleep. Oh and there is no treat better than an ice cube!

      

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    Kelly @ Dare to be Domestic & Cocktails and Cardio, on March 20th, 2011 at 8:49 pm Said:

    so sweet and so true – Preach on Sadie! Thank you for sharing this! I love it.

    My pets have taught me that a mid afternoon nap on the weekend can be just what the doctor ordered!

      

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    lisa, on March 20th, 2011 at 8:49 pm Said:

    that first pic of your dog with the stick is AMAZING!! Sadie is so cute!!
    Ive learned from my poochie, Casper, is to love everyone and everything. casper is the kindest, most loveable dog I have ever met!

      

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    vanessa, on March 20th, 2011 at 8:55 pm Said:

    Puppy pics are always the cutest.
    Well what can I say about my baby girl Jiggy? She was a cute and fiesty little pup, so smart, we never even had to teach her not to pipi inside, how to fetch, her designated corner, she just knew and she is so so noble. But the most important is that she’s a fighter.
    We battled her mange for the first 2 years of her life, something that I could relate to since I had celiac induced dermatitis herpetiform when I got her. The whole first year was heartbreaking since she was suffering, not getting better and we were faced with the very possible chance that we might have to put her down if her condition didn’t better. And amazingly even through the worst of it she was this amazing feisty curious and talented little pup, she never lost her sparkle.
    But after a long struggle I changed to a gluten free diet, we found my Jiggy-poo medicine that finally worked and we both started to get better.
    With mange and with celiac there is always a chance that you will never be 100 percent and whenever I get sick she instinctually stays by my side every single day I am sick to “take care” of me.
    Jiggy reminds me everyday not to ever give up and not to let my circumstances or health woes tarnish the sparkle that makes me me and also not to compare my limits with other dogs (or people!) who have better health, because I can still do amazing things within my physical limits, just like she can.

      

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    lisa, on March 20th, 2011 at 9:05 pm Said:

    i love this post, especially the picture where Sadie is laughing!

      

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    mego @ watchmegorun, on March 20th, 2011 at 9:06 pm Said:

    I LOVE this! I always think I should take life lessons from my dog. One I often use is, “hey, it’s good to stop sweating the small stuff and just be lazy”

      

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    Mac, on March 20th, 2011 at 9:07 pm Said:

    Seeing pictures of your dog make me want to get one of my own right now! I can’t wait ’til I am settled down long enough to get one :)

      

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    Tracy @ Commit to Fit, on March 20th, 2011 at 9:09 pm Said:

    Such a great post! My kitty has taught me to relax :)

      

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    Lisa (Dishes of Mrs. Fish), on March 20th, 2011 at 9:35 pm Said:

    So cute! :) Dogs are the best!

      

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    Silvara, on March 20th, 2011 at 9:49 pm Said:

    Awww…LOVE vizsla’s – they are so adorable and I keep seeing them everywhere now!!

    I have two doggies – one German Shorthaired Pointer overgrown puppy who is actually a lot like Sadie :D

    My dogs have taught me “Always have time out for some fun” :)

      

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    Rika, on March 20th, 2011 at 9:52 pm Said:

    so so cute- warms my heart!

      

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    Tracy, on March 20th, 2011 at 10:02 pm Said:

    Love this post, it is so true! My dog has totally taught me to put things in perspective and not get so stressed out about life’s stupid complications! Dogs are the best, I can’t imagine life without them.

      

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    Shannon @ A Pinch of Ginger, on March 20th, 2011 at 10:46 pm Said:

    I love these posts! My weimaraner looks a lot like Sadie and seems to have a similar personality.

    These posts totally remind me of The Art of Racing in The Rain. :)

      

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    peanutbutterfingers Reply:
    March 21st, 2011 at 6:58 am

    We always describe her as a brown, skinnier version of a weim!

      

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    Ryan@Aloha Appetite, on March 20th, 2011 at 10:51 pm Said:

    :) I love this. My pup has taught me many of these lessons too.

      

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    Sarah @ healthygirlrunning, on March 20th, 2011 at 11:50 pm Said:

    All the pictures of Sadie are too cute! I can’t wait to get a puppy! :)

      

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    Gina G, on March 21st, 2011 at 12:16 am Said:

    Loved this! :)

      

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    Khushboo, on March 21st, 2011 at 12:48 am Said:

    I’m not a dog fan in the slightest (sorry!) but I thought that was such an adorable post…we pick up things in the most unexpected ways!

      

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    Emily, on March 21st, 2011 at 1:20 am Said:

    I read Tina’s too and loved it. LOVE yours as well. Sadie is too cute.

      

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    Ellie@fitforthesoul, on March 21st, 2011 at 2:57 am Said:

    awww Sadie is tooooo cute!!! what breed is she? :) And I don’t have pets, but my fiance does! He has two adorable cats and they teach us a lot of things! mostly for him since he lives with them…It’s so ironic how much we learn from the cats about God’s love! It’s like, they can be soooooooooo difficult and whiny to my fiance, and through this he sees how much more we as humans do this before God, yet He’s sooo patient and loving that He’s willing to deal with us and correct us at times. :D

      

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    peanutbutterfingers Reply:
    March 21st, 2011 at 6:57 am

    Sadie is a vizsla.

      

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    Gen, on March 21st, 2011 at 5:13 am Said:

    Awwww I absolutely loved this post!!!
    The only advice that my cat could give would be to eat whenever possible and sleep the rest of the time. :P

      

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    mel, on March 21st, 2011 at 8:07 am Said:

    Aww I have a choc lab puppy and when we got her she was so tiny and sick!! shes taught me to love even when you feel awful, theres always time for exercise, treats any time of day are perfect, and cuddling makes everything better! My boxer was a stray but continues to give more love than imaginable even though he has had such a tragic life!He’s so happy now and has taught me I can overcome anything and to never hold grudges. Dogs are SO great!!

      

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    Alyssa @ Life of bLyss, on March 21st, 2011 at 9:12 am Said:

    I adore this! Loooved Lisa’s original.

    I think Chloe’s too much of a baby still to teach me too much (she’s still learning!), but she definitely HAS taught me that sometimes, you just need to be selfish. :) I’m trying to not let her rub off on me too much. ;)

      

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    Sarah, on March 21st, 2011 at 9:25 am Said:

    Sadie is the cutest and happiest looking dog. Your blog has definitely convinced me that a vizla is the kind of dog I want to get.

      

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    Marlo, on March 21st, 2011 at 11:16 am Said:

    Love this!! Made me smile!

      

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    hb, on March 21st, 2011 at 11:46 am Said:

    Love your Sadieisms! :) She’s one wise pooch!

      

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    Kaitlin @LittleMissGeekChic, on March 21st, 2011 at 12:28 pm Said:

    Loved this Sadie post! She is such a cutie! Great pictures.

      

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    Sara, on March 21st, 2011 at 5:24 pm Said:

    Awww, I loved Tina’s post about Murphy and yours is equally as cute! Sadie’s puppy pictures are adorable. :)

      

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    Sarah, on March 21st, 2011 at 6:31 pm Said:

    hahahha OMG my favorite is “not every day is a good day” hilarious picture! And the active one of her running, she is SO MUSCULAR!
    All the pictures are intensely adorable i love her!

      

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    Denisse, on March 21st, 2011 at 7:33 pm Said:

    Love this post. I saw Murphy’s also. These are great. Hmmm. I wonder if I should do this for my doggie too. :) Have a great day.

      

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    Amanda, on April 17th, 2011 at 11:28 am Said:

    I LOVE this!!! she’s so adorable!

      

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    Jen from The Paper Pod, on September 7th, 2011 at 2:57 pm Said:

    “Calories from taste testing doesnt count”- my favorite.

      

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