Well, this is new -- a surprise guest post by Isaac. He must have noticed that I hadn't posted our puppies' names yet -- I was getting used to them first. So, he took the puppies outside for some photos & wrote this below. Of course, we've been having all together too much fun the last couple of days, so I'm only now dropping it into my blog.
Here's Isaac:
It’s blasted hot here. I know it’s not the hottest place on Earth. I think the troops in Iraq have it a bit worse (God bless them). But my friend said his thermometer read 118° yesterday.
Elijah
and I had Boy Scouts last night and his scoutmaster arranged for two
police officers to come speak to the boys about integrity and being
a good citizen. They were bike officers. That means spandex and
kevlar -- quite the combo.
We
finally made our dogs' names official. The boy's name is Pixel, short for Raster Pixel Spooly - fun to say. And
the girl is Bobbin. Her pedigree name is likely going to be Agnes
Bobbin Fluff (Aggy Bobbin, Bobbin Fluff, Bobs, etc.)
They
have
completely distinct (from each other) personalities. Pixel is
flopsy, goofy, dense, unflappable, courageous and grumbly. Bobbin is
sweet, mild, sometimes-feisty, sometimes-timid, nimble, bright and
eager-to-please. Like most females she embodies some contradictory
traits, and
is a complex character. Both puppies are lovable to the Nth degree.
In Phoenix, you're lucky to get a half hour of outside time before the
sun goes down, when it’s almost bearable. The dogs run up and down,
flop in the grass, pant, chase Elijah and Charlotte, sniff, wrestle,
and come say “hi.” How do they seem to know that I am home base? Because I’m alpha, or just because I’m stationary?
Pixel is crazy about treats and, let’s face it, a little on the chubby side. I think I might need to feed the two of them separately. Bobbin is super trim. Pixel is my little piggy. We never had dogs when I was growing up. Having these guys around brings out the kid in me.
Happy Fourth of July. This country isn’t perfect, but I am extremely grateful to be an American. If you want to read a fantastic book that sums up the meaning of America, pick up a copy of John Adams by David McCullough. Great book.
Tomorrow, we are going to swim with family then BBQ with friends. Can’t wait for a much needed day off.
-- Isaac
(H: Yep, we went to the movies - twice - and to a friend of a friend's house for a BBQ - amazing salsa! - stayed up late, chatted it up, made new friends, set up play dates, watched fireworks, tanked up on sugar soda, etc. Great weekend.)
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What excellent names! I don't think I've heard any that are cuter :-)
Posted by: Kathleen | July 06, 2008 at 04:27 PM
Love the names. Hate this (valley of the sun) heat.
I do believe I'm melting.
Posted by: Mary Alison | July 06, 2008 at 04:48 PM
very very cute (and appropriate!) names :)
Posted by: gleek | July 06, 2008 at 05:07 PM
these dogs are soo cute, I cannot have animals due to allergies but I live through those who can. We had the opposite climate here in Massachusetts on the 4th, it was only in the 70's and cloudy, and we took the boys to see Wall e. Here was a first we had to evacuate the movie theater 1/3 way through because someone pulled the fire alarm!! so we waited and then caught the next one and got free passes. I think this 4th was not the best on record for us!
Posted by: ellen Crimi-Trent | July 06, 2008 at 05:09 PM
Hey! I live in Phoenix, too! Ahwatukee Foothills.
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Posted by: maigirlz | July 06, 2008 at 05:29 PM
Love the names! Those dogs are so cute. Glad you guys are having a great summer. Here in GA it is HOT and HUMID yuck! The 4th was nice I have to say. A nice breeze as we watched the fireworks.
Posted by: Amanda in GA | July 06, 2008 at 05:39 PM
Aggy Bobbin -- that doesn't get any cuter! Enjoy the puppies - how fun for the kids.
Posted by: debbue | July 06, 2008 at 05:56 PM
Awesome names! They are just the cutest!
Posted by: Jody | July 06, 2008 at 07:24 PM
Those names could not be any better. I love them!
Posted by: Stephanie | July 06, 2008 at 07:43 PM
I'm melting too. John Adams is a one of the best books I've ever read. I learned more about the Revolutionary War from that book than from all my years in school.
Posted by: Jona | July 06, 2008 at 07:45 PM
No kidding. Pixel and bobbin sound like they fit right in at your house. Nice selections. Pretty cute photo's too. I love the "still and wily" one.
Posted by: heather jane | July 06, 2008 at 09:12 PM
I am crazy about this sweet post - a loving creative collaboration from a most inspiringly dynamic duo! Thank you Isaac for the surprise contribution. Your photos are incredibly inspiring. Delightful to see you enjoying your newest family members so wholeheartedly! They are full of personality and will have the happiest of homes with your family.
~Emily in Norway
Posted by: Ravenhill | July 06, 2008 at 10:54 PM
Adorable names! It's hot in Las Vegas, too, though I think you've got us beat. Time for some lemonade!
Posted by: Ms. Q | July 06, 2008 at 11:10 PM
Awww... cute 'n' fluffy sweetie poopsies! I go ga-ga wiff weeedle pup-wups! (Great shots.)
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Posted by: Tia | July 07, 2008 at 04:30 AM
Those are amazing photos of two of the most adorable puppies I think I've ever seen! Perfect names for pets in my house too as my dh is a computer geek and I LOVE to sew!
Posted by: highoncraft | July 07, 2008 at 04:39 AM
Pixel and Bobbin are perfect!
John Adams is one of my favorite books. I highly recommend 1776 and Truman as well! If you ever get a chance to see David McCullough, you should. He's a wonderful speaker.
Posted by: Keri | July 07, 2008 at 05:04 AM
Lily says: I love the dogs and your post. I read it before mom.
I love you guys!
Posted by: Laura Gunn | July 07, 2008 at 05:06 AM
Luvin the Pup Post Pix as much as the names... Catchy Azz...
Posted by: Helz | July 07, 2008 at 06:26 AM
I love those names! :D
And "John Adams" is indeed a very good book!
Posted by: Natalie | July 07, 2008 at 07:44 AM
totally love your puppy photos.. they are darling, I totally adore the names you chose too. We are a schnauzer family too, we have a mini schnauzer and we added a standard schnauzer 2 years ago... they are amazing dogs so much fun! tena
Posted by: tena | July 07, 2008 at 07:53 AM
Great names! Agnes Bobbin Fluff is just PERFECT! And Pixel? Too sweet. Enjoy the pups! I'm sure the kiddies are. :o)
Posted by: Diana | July 07, 2008 at 07:55 AM
You have 3 sets of twos at your house! Perfect names...we were patiently waiting.
Posted by: Paula | July 07, 2008 at 09:12 AM
they're adorable! what is it about puppies that makes them so irresistible?
Posted by: beth | July 07, 2008 at 10:15 AM
What a sweet husband you have to be so supportive and want to write fun blogs for us! :)I just adore the great pictures! I think the names are so cute! So creative! Bobbin for your love of sewing and Pixel for his love of photography! So cool!
Posted by: Rebekah | July 07, 2008 at 11:56 AM
Sooo cute, love the names!! I have grown up in the South (mostly in Florida and now in GA) and humidity is what gets us! Ugh, I just stay indoors. I finished my gorgeous quilt and threw it up on the Flickr site at http://www.flickr.com/photos/28340944@N04/2643801898/in/pool-heatherbailey_freshcut
I have to tell you it was fun to sew fat quarters of the gorgeous prints together and your binding tute is awesome, this was my first quilt. And it actually looks even more amazing and has that quilt-y look after you wash it and it's sooo comfy!! I am planning on smocking something with Pop or Bijou, just have to see what the fabric tells me to do (I warned Beth at EPDolls to let me know the minute it is in the store)! Take care!
Posted by: shari | July 07, 2008 at 12:35 PM
AAAhhhhhhh.
Very sweet.
Posted by: Doris at Threads of Conversation | July 07, 2008 at 12:49 PM
They are just adorable and what great names!
Posted by: Andrea | July 07, 2008 at 01:26 PM
just wanted to say that your puppies are adorable. I think you'll find that schnauzers can be the smartest, sweetest, and funnest kinds of dogs. have fun with them!
Posted by: Megan | July 07, 2008 at 01:38 PM
Hi hi woofs to Pixel and Bobbin, from Rubyrose Petunia!!
Posted by: samm | July 07, 2008 at 01:45 PM
Love the names... so cute. Fun to hear from Isaac too!
Posted by: Christine | July 07, 2008 at 02:21 PM
love the names... so cute
Posted by: melissa cavanaugh | July 07, 2008 at 02:32 PM
Fantastic names, and adorable puppies! It's nice to see them with their ears not clipped. My doggy has hers cut. My Minnie Schnauzer's name is Gretel, (or Chootsie, and Cheetsie--she has a lot of nicknames) she's the most affectionate dog I've ever known, and such a baby too!
Those photos are so beautiful. They capture the dogs so well. Minnie Schnauzers are so photogenic. =)
Posted by: Christina | July 07, 2008 at 06:36 PM
Pixel and Bobbin? That has to be the most adorable thing I've ever heard.
Posted by: Lisa Clarke | July 08, 2008 at 07:13 AM
those are some great puppy photos! the only name I can think that would be more appropriate for a designer would be jpeg - a name I've actually heard given to a dog.
Posted by: Malinda | July 08, 2008 at 02:50 PM
Sooo cute! And the names are fabulous too! .-)
Posted by: M&Co | July 08, 2008 at 04:01 PM
My darling man was in Iraq last year and said it was 130 in the SHADE, so yes while you've got it hot, you also have the option of wearing shorts. OH and when they were on patrol, the 60 pounds of Kevlar and body armor, well needless to say he came back a little thinner and thankful for the reasonably "hot" temps of North Carolina (on a really bad day, 99).
Cute CUTE dogs, I had a little one once named Steiff. The best dog EVER.
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Posted by: Paige Whitley | July 09, 2008 at 06:10 AM
O-M-G!!! Your doggies are so adorable!!!! Cute cute cute ........ total cuteness!!!!
Posted by: Kelly | July 09, 2008 at 09:05 AM
Pixel? Pixel? As far as I know you are the ONLY other person in the world (other than me) who has a Pixel - my 10 year old beagle/cocker mix is named Pixel. My kids called her Pickles when was younger. I am cracking up - so much in common (wink)! Oh that is too funny. Great name!!
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Posted by: Jamie R Lentzner | July 09, 2008 at 01:58 PM
I LOVE their names. We don't have any puppies at our house right now. (that is okay) but I am enjoying yours. Loev the pincushions. too cute.
Posted by: Martha B | July 09, 2008 at 05:09 PM
Such perfect little names for two adorable pups.
Posted by: Heather | July 09, 2008 at 06:38 PM
I just discovered your wonderful blog. I love the miniature schnauzers! They are loyal companions and you'll have a blast with them. I have an 8 year old miniature schnauzer named Sally and a 7 year old Shih Tzu named Mitzi Mae. Both of these breeds do not shed and are perfect pets for folks with allergies. I have asthma and my dogs don't bother me at all! In addition, there's no hair on the furniture. I look forward to reading future posts about Pixel and Bobbin (awesome names by the way), and all of your other cool stuff!
Posted by: Donna @ Nic Nac Quiltiac & More | July 11, 2008 at 02:36 PM
Adorable doggie names!
Posted by: Dawn Alice Rogers | July 14, 2008 at 09:52 AM
Great photos! Adorable pups!
Posted by: CreativeGoddess | July 22, 2008 at 07:36 AM
You live in Phoenix??? I live in Scottsdale!!! We are neighbors!! When is your next class? I am so signing up! Although, I am a professional photographer, but I want to learn to sew SOOOO badly!!!
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Shealynn B.
Posted by: Shealynn Benner | July 22, 2008 at 09:44 PM
Also, your pups are ADORABLE!!
Posted by: Shealynn Benner | July 22, 2008 at 09:45 PM
I have a yorkie that will balk at a leash if I use a neck collar. She is afraid of the feel. anyway I have found that if I put on either a baby onsie and use the tag to slide the closure of the leash to or my favorite to put either a collar round her chest or one of the harness collars that fit round the front legs and chest she loves to go with me anywhere...
hope this helps.
Posted by: misl12a | September 17, 2008 at 02:35 PM