Saturday, June 11, 2011

An Early Birthday Pressie

You all know by now that mom and I share the same birthday - July 10th.  Mom decided that we needed a spring painting to add to our Airedale collection so we decided to treat ourselves! Miss Barbara has painted many of the Airedale paintings in our house and we love each and every one of them.  They are all so very special.

This painting is the work of Miss Barbara's daughter, Hossanah, and we are absolutely in love with it!  She paints as beautifully as her mom does!
 Hossanah did a wonderful job!  We think those Airedales look just like us!
Have you noticed that one small detail is  different in this painting than  it was in the photo on our header picture?
We don't have those nasty leashes keeping us in place!  Mitch and I are now perfectly obedient and can be trusted in our front yard off-leash!  
You really don't believe us do you?  haha  How we WISH!
 We're not sure that outside in the garden surrounded by chives is the spot to hang it, mom!
 Thank you so very much, Hossanah!  What a fabulous early birthday gift this is!

Hossanah has very reasonable and affordable prices so if anyone is thinking about a painting for a birthday or Christmas or.... just because.... give us a shout and we'll fix you up with her email address.  
A painting is such a special forever gift!

Love ya lots,
Maggie and Mitch
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42 comments:

  1. parlanceJune 11, 2011 at 5:17:00 AM EDT

    The painting is indeed lovely, and so is the header.

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  2. Adien CraftsJune 11, 2011 at 5:26:00 AM EDT

    What a lovely early birthday present, your header photo is gorgeous with all the foxgloves behind you, have a great weekend guys, Dex & Lou x

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  3. AngusJune 11, 2011 at 5:35:00 AM EDT

    Brilliant .

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  4. Huskee and HersheyJune 11, 2011 at 5:35:00 AM EDT

    It is GORGEOUS!! Fantastic birthday gift!!

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  5. violettJune 11, 2011 at 5:54:00 AM EDT

    This is a wonderful early birthday gift.
    At some point, when mom no longer works and has a lot of time, they certainly match begins to paint again. And then she draws me, and Hoover. She has promised. Whether it but then a beautiful picture of you, as I do not know.
    My mom has four days before you birthday.
    Lots of love
    Mischka

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  6. Princess PatchesJune 11, 2011 at 6:17:00 AM EDT

    OMD!!!! We loooooove it! It looks exactly like both of you! Our mom would like it if we could go off-leash in the front yard, too, but we are hooligans and can't be trusted!

    Aire-hugs,
    Penny & Patches

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  7. NAK and The Residents of The Khottage Now With KhattleDog!June 11, 2011 at 6:32:00 AM EDT

    Some humans have the most talented paws!

    What a great khreation!

    I khan even feel the furs!

    Hugz&Khysses,
    Khyra
    PeeEssWoo: I'd imagine Mitch and I will be able to be off leash about the same time - as in nevFUR ;-) Although Mitch has a better chance of pulling it off!

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  8. CowspotdogJune 11, 2011 at 6:51:00 AM EDT

    what a wonderful birthday present to share - and the colors are so perfect for a spring picture. Your two look pawsome in it.

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  9. Rocky Creek Scotties and Rocky Creek RamblingsJune 11, 2011 at 7:09:00 AM EDT

    Beautiful - and the first thing we noticed was no leashes!!

    XOXO
    Lilly, Piper, Carrleigh, Ruairi and The Sweet Babes

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  10. FarfelJune 11, 2011 at 7:25:00 AM EDT

    The painting is very beautiful -- as are Maggie and Mitch :)

    Farfel, Star, and Patti

    :)

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  11. DexterJune 11, 2011 at 7:30:00 AM EDT

    That is a stunning portrait.

    Don't feel bad about those leashes. Pea and I always wear them too.

    Slobbers,
    Mango

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  12. My Dog Sam - Ruptured DiskJune 11, 2011 at 11:31:00 AM EDT

    Hi Maggie and Mitch, wow you guys have a beautiful garden. Ours is smaller and way less colorful. Your mom and dad have done a great job. Off-leash is great but outside our yard, my dad and mom prefer to keep us on them cause of cars and stuff.

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  13. ♥I am Holly♥June 11, 2011 at 12:09:00 PM EDT

    The painting is absolutely beautiful!!! We love it!!! That's a great early present!! Lots of love, Debbie & Holly

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  14. Ina in AlaskaJune 11, 2011 at 12:38:00 PM EDT

    What a lovely painting! Maggie and Mitch look adorable in that setting and it is a great memory of your home too! Enjoy it for years to come!!! xoxo

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  15. ♥♥ The OP Pack ♥♥June 11, 2011 at 1:30:00 PM EDT

    That is really beautiful - such talent. We loved that shot you had as a header for a while but the painting is just awesome.

    Have a great weekend.

    Woos ~ Phantom, Thunder, and Ciara

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  16. ScooterJune 11, 2011 at 3:11:00 PM EDT

    That is a beautiful birthday gift!! Wow, so cool.

    wags
    Jazzi

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  17. Martha June 11, 2011 at 3:44:00 PM EDT

    Love it - the perfect gift!
    xx

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  18. Bella Roxy & MacduiJune 11, 2011 at 4:26:00 PM EDT

    A beautiful addition to your collection!

    XXXOOO Daisy, Kendra & Bella

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  19. MackJune 11, 2011 at 6:03:00 PM EDT

    What a talented family!
    I know your mom will cherish that forever!

    Sugars,
    Mack

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  20. Two French BulldogsJune 11, 2011 at 6:54:00 PM EDT

    what a great present....purrty soon its pawrty time
    Benny & Lily

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  21. SissySeesJune 11, 2011 at 7:05:00 PM EDT

    Stunning! Love the leash-less painting. I think I'd like a painting, and I have a birthday coming up. Oh Mr. Knight...

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  22. juleeJune 11, 2011 at 8:48:00 PM EDT

    What a great birthday present! You guys look awesome!

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  23. WyattJune 11, 2011 at 9:15:00 PM EDT

    What a wonderful painting! The perfect gift for an Airedale and an Airedale Mom!!

    Wyatt and Stanzie

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  24. Anakin ManJune 11, 2011 at 10:23:00 PM EDT

    We wanted to stop by and thank you for the visit on our blog in regards to our sissy Josie--

    Your words were comforting,
    IzZY, TriXie and Anakin Man

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  25. LorenzaJune 11, 2011 at 11:11:00 PM EDT

    It is sooo beautiful!
    Sure it a super duper awesome present for you and your Mom, Maggie!
    Congratulations!
    Kisses and hugs
    Lorenza

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  26. UnknownJune 12, 2011 at 12:16:00 AM EDT

    What a lovely early birthday pressie. It's indeed a beautiful painting!

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  27. UnknownJune 12, 2011 at 9:14:00 AM EDT

    M and M
    That is the most pawsome picture. Hee hee of course you don't need leashes.. Mitch didn't go to skool for nothing-right?
    norwood

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  28. Kari in AlaskaJune 12, 2011 at 10:05:00 AM EDT

    those are beautiful

    Kari
    http://dogisgodinreverse.com

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  29. Arran, Arthur and MumJune 12, 2011 at 12:37:00 PM EDT

    What a wonderful present! I love it!

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  30. BocciJune 12, 2011 at 1:27:00 PM EDT

    That painting is fantabulous, Maggie and Mitch-we heartily agree that it's smart to treat yourself early for your birthday!

    Parental Unit says she'd love to have a painting of me-and will keep your friend in mind!

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  31. snoopydogknitsJune 12, 2011 at 4:27:00 PM EDT

    Such a beautiful picture of you guys! A very special gift. have a fun week. Ros and Oscar

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  32. Thor and JackJune 12, 2011 at 6:18:00 PM EDT

    Gorgeous painting and gorgeous header photo too!

    Thor and Jack

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  33. How Sam Sees ItJune 12, 2011 at 9:33:00 PM EDT

    How very pretty! Your Mom is so lucky!

    Happy Belated Birthday! We hope you had a pawesome day!

    Sam

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  34. Tweedles -- that's meJune 13, 2011 at 1:45:00 AM EDT

    What an amazing gift! So beautiful!
    love
    tweedles

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  35. Teddy BearJune 13, 2011 at 4:50:00 AM EDT

    What a beautiful painting of you two. We love it!!!

    Love,
    Teddy Bear & Sierra

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  36. The Army of FourJune 13, 2011 at 11:02:00 AM EDT

    What a beautiful painting of our beautiful (and handsome) friends!!!
    Play bows,
    Zim

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  37. Archie and MelissaJune 13, 2011 at 2:38:00 PM EDT

    hi m & m!
    oh my gosh!
    what a fabulous painting!
    we absolute love it!
    happy happy early birthday to you and your mom!
    xoxoxo
    a & m

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  38. Deborah June 13, 2011 at 4:04:00 PM EDT

    Hi, I love that painting!!Would you mind sending me her email, I would like to have a picture done of my Mother's dogs for her birthday! That would be awesome!
    xxoo
    Deborah
    dgm1930(AT)gmail(DOT)com

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  39. fromsophiesviewJune 13, 2011 at 6:14:00 PM EDT

    Hossanah is truly gifted...the perspective is amazing....I will definitely keep this in mind!

    PS..thought you should know I put your Sophie rendition on my sidebar linking you guys...just a wee thank you!

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  40. Golden SamanthaJune 13, 2011 at 10:04:00 PM EDT

    Talent, talent, talent! What a gorgeous painting by Hossanah! Wonderful early birthday pressie (and we do remember that you have the same bdays!) - beautiful!
    Hugs xoxoxo
    Sammie, Ava and Ozzie

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  41. AnonymousJune 13, 2011 at 10:16:00 PM EDT

    Oh my that is such a Pawsome painting! I just LOVE it! Such talent!

    Woos, Tessa

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  42. Bella and OllieJune 13, 2011 at 11:00:00 PM EDT

    What a beautiful painting, it's a great present !

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