Angel Jake at the RBC (Rainbow Broadcasting Corporation)

Angel Jake at the RBC (Rainbow Broadcasting Corporation)

Friday, September 19, 2008

Breaking News

Last night, we overheard a conversation between our Mom and Dogdad and his Mom, who lives in St. Loulis. Every year around this time, Mom and Dogdad discuss whether they should fly or drive to St. Louilis for the Christmas holidays. And every year -- except for two years before we were born -- they decide to fly and off we go to spend the holidays with our favorite vet and his staff. We love them too, but hey, as someone was heard to say recently -- Enough is enough!!!

But last night,the conversation we overheard included the big question to our Grandma. "What do you think about our bringing Jake and Just Harry?" She knows us because she visited here for a few weeks a year or so ago. When we heard her say, "That would be fine!" we jumped for joy.

We've also seen a few e-mails between Mom and some of our pals along the way -- so our trip may include some up-close-and-pawsonal get togethers.

As far as we know, last night, Mom and Dogdad said yes to driving with us, unless they discover any flaws in their plan. And Mom said she'd research the pet-friendly accommodations along the itinerary.

Before Just Harry came along, I went on a longish car trip to North Florida, and I loved it. I did bark all night at the first place we stayed though -- the ice machine, the air conditioning, the doors closing -- and no one slept. The second night, at a different place, I slept through the night. So this time Mom will be more careful about where we stop. And Just Harry and I both love car rides. So we are ready!!!



But stay tuned!!! And keep your paws crossed that they don't change their minds!!!



WOOF WOOF WOOF WOOF WOOF!!!



Jake and Just Harry

41 comments:

Beckett said...

That's exciting news! My mom is thinking about what to do for the holidays too.

Flying from Mobile, Alabama, to NJ is very expensive, plus she would have to board me. Last time she went away she missed me terribly. She is trying to decide whether to a) fly and board me, b) stay in Mobile for the holidays (but she's never been away from her pawrents at Christmas), or c) take a road trip with Moi!

Obviously, I am in favor of option c, especially since I have never met my dog cousins who live in NJ. And I might even see snow!

Beckett

Sunny,Scooter, (sometimes Jamie) said...

How exciting you guys!! Boy oh boy! A great long car ride, motels,meeting some pals from DWB!!
Aaaannndd your grand parent's house!!
Hope they don't chaange their minds. Sure beats th vet's!
Hugs,
Sunny&Scooter

Faya said...

I like car ride too.... How long does it take from Switzerland to USA ?.....
Kisses, Faya

Princess Patches said...

That sounds like a VERY exciting trip! It's a looooog way from Flory-duh to St. Loulis! Our pawrents used to travel with a miniature Schnauzer so they know all about the sleepless nights in a motel. There are a lot more dog-friendly motels, now, than there used to be, so you boyz should be just fine.

Aire-hugs,
Poppy, Penny & Patches

Patience-please said...

We hope you come and visit!!! And we have an award for you on our blog!

wags from the whippets

Kyanite said...

How exciting for you!
It'll be lovely for you to spend the holiday with the family too.
Have my fingers crossed that the drive happens.

Love, pats & pets
Blue

Gus said...

ohboyohboyohboy! We recommend the Drury chain, and the Radisson and Hyatts do OK, as do some of the Country Inn and Suites places. I, Gussie also like the Hilton places, my flavorite is the Crowne Plaza near E.Rabbit's house in DC. But the bestest of all is when you stay with friends. We have friends in NC who let me chase their cat:)

gussie

Daniella said...

PLS come via Philly!!!!

Ax

Eric said...

How xciting Boyz!!! How pawsome.!! Think of all the extra presents n treats you'll get from Granny .

You look very well behaved in the car and I know you will enjoy the trip specially seeing bloggie pals, I'm sort of green :( cos it won't be me..

Wags, Eric x

Joe Stains said...

omdog that sounds like a TON OF FUN!! how many miles is that? How long will it take?!?

Lorenza said...

Hi, Jake and Just Harry!
I really hope you can go there for the chirstmas holidays!
Paws crossed the plans don't change!
Kisses and hugs
Lorenza

Moco said...

You guys will have a great Christmas at G-ma's house. If you can't have Julia come and stay with you then you need to get into the car and motor.

Oorvi said...

Don't worry Jake. They aren't going to change their mind...adult humans feel bound to their word of honor. They've given you their word and there isn't the slightest chance of their backing out...it's like a promise, you know!

I too love car-rides. They are fun, especially when they are punctuated with snack-breaks (hope the humans read this and get the message.)

Licks n Wags, and best of luck.
Oorvi

KEY WEST COLLIES said...

Road trip, we love road trips. We have went on quite a few Key West to Northern Ohio Trips. In honor of your road trip, please come check our site. We have given you an award.

Essex & Deacon

Molly the Airedale said...

We're super psyched for you! What awesome news! Our paws are crossed that the trip goes as planned!

Love ya lots,
Maggie and Mitch

BenTheRotti said...

paws crossed here that you get to make the trip!

wanna come via the UK??

Ben xxx

Agatha and Archie said...

OH!! WE are soooooooooo jelly!!!! Love and kisses A+A

Scruffy, Lacie and Stanley's Place said...

Oh wow...ur workin' on the holidays already?? And you get to go with the Peeps on a trippie???

We're completely jelly!!!!!

Those new Wheelies of urs are the cutest ever!!!

Have they gotten into any trouble yet? Looks like they may have a nose for adventure??

Do they BARK?

Barkin' right back at ya!!
Laciegirl

Cowspotdog said...

Woo woof you guys, you get to share in all the Christmas festivities. And best of all a car ride.....a long car ride. I just went on one myslef, it was only seven hours but I got to visit soooo many rest stops and neat place and then got to roam around in the mountains!!!!

Simba and Jazzi said...

I am way behind on everyones blogs. Will catch up soon.

Simba x

Lenny said...

That's great news, guys! I am still looking for a place to spend Thanksgiving because my people are flying. :(

Sophie Brador said...

Hey! You need to swing by Montreal.It's a wee bit out of the way, but tell you mom there is a port here. It's an Old Port, but I'm pretty sure she would like it just the same.

xo
SB

Murphey said...

Cool, a car trip is so much better than staying at the vets for the holidays!

murph

KEY WEST COLLIES said...

When Dad travels with us he uses petsarewelcome.com. LaQuinta usually are pet friendly. Enjoy your road trip.

Essex & Deacon

The Black and Tans. said...

Gosh your Mum is so organised, thinking about Christmas already.
We hope the plans stay the same and you all spend the Festive holiday together.

Molly and Taffy

Crikit, Sparky, Ginger! said...

Hi Boys! we ran over to give ya'll love licks cos we got a stand in computee till ours is fix. What great news! It's gonna be a fabulous Christmas now that you Boys' get to go too! Jus in case we will keep all 12 paws crossed in some way so nothing changes. We'll be back to catchu up on the rest of your news...

xoxoxo

Deetz said...

Thank you so much for your love and kind words. Gizmo is at peace now, but that still does not make the pain go away. Really the tears are because we loved him so much...Mum asked everyone not to leak and so did Gizmo...but she leaks...its okay though. We won't love any less..thank you again for being there.
Deetz and family

Maggie said...

hay boys
that was amazing trip! :D
you must go here to Malaysia.. :D

William Tell said...

You lucky dogs! A longish car ride is just what I would love to do, too. I hope you have a wonderful trip when you visit St Louis and take lots of photos of your adventures.

Happy Tails,
William Tell

Unknown said...

ROADTRIP!!!!

I LOVE car rides! Even taxi cab rides. Sometimes, we'll be out for a walk and someone will have their car door open and Mommy has all she can do to stop me from jumping in their car. Behave yourselves, fellas, so they'll be SURE to take you along!

Your pal,

Petey

Peanut said...

Oh a trip to grandma's how fun. I hope they don't change their minds.

The Zoo Crew said...

Hope you get to go on a road trip!! We LOVE road trips but haven't been on one since that big white pup has been home :(

Kai

Scruffy, Lacie and Stanley's Place said...

Hey boyz...how are those Wheelies of yours?...are they invited to the holiday celebration?

Hope you both had a fab Barkin' weekend!!!

Love and kissies...Laciegirl

Koobuss said...

That's great news, guys!! If you behave yourselves, look real cute all the time, and give lots of kisses, I'm sure that they will not change their minds and you will get what you want. I know it works for me. Try it.

Goof luck!!

Love and Koobuss Kisses,
Koobie

wally said...

WHoa@! That' exciting. Grandmas are the greatest. They're good with the snacks.

wally t.

Balboa said...

WOW, how wonderful that you get to ride in the car with your family!!!!! Hope you meet lots of interesting people along the way.

Make sure to bring extra treats and toys for the long car ride.

Sorry about missing DWB, mommy will help me do a new post this afternoon.

Frenchie Snorts
Balboa

Katherine and Pippa said...

Humans shouldn't be allowed to get in cars without taking us dogs with them.

Pippa

Jackson's J1 and J2 said...

Wow, that sounds like it'll be a pawsome trip! I can almost hear the barking now, hehehe! J x

Lady Kaos said...

Hey guys, I jst want to let you know that Mom added your mom's What DWB means to me story to the blog. I am going to add you to my read listm too because you guys are pretty cool!
Kaos

Scottie the 'Cutie' said...

Hi Jake and Just Harry!

I missed reading your blog posts! I'm guessing you're with your family at St. Louis now? Anyways, I'm sure you had a fun time on the drive there! I'm eager to hear what adventures you had there...*wink*

Scottie

Scruffy, Lacie and Stanley's Place said...

Ruff Ruff Ruff...where the heck are ya guys...hope ur back soonest!!!

Barkin' at ya ...

Laciegirl