Body Guard Duty

Today is Raffles birthday. That means a big party and cake. I love cake. Adriana says its all my favorite flavors, pumpkin, applesauce and carrot. Yum Yum.

The little guy can get a little crazy on his birthday so Callie has appointed Chewie and I to be his shadows tonight and keep him and his buddies out of trouble. Let me tell you that can be a monumental task if last year is any indication. I remember what he and Pongo got up to last year. When those two get together they can really get crazy. The good thing is that they are both shorter than me so my plan is if a ruckus starts to sit on them when they act up and Chewie and I will hypnotize them with our dazzling blue eyes until order is established.

I have a feeling that tonight will be eventful. Callie says if we can pull this off, Chewie and I will get lots of cake. Yum Yum.

Maleka

Chewtoy is with us now

My brother Chewtoy's cancer was just too much for his body so Mom had to book him passage on the train to the Bridge. I got special permission to go over to the cat bridge and meet him. It was so great to see him again. Chewie is such a mellow cat that he has the option to stay in our house with us on the dog side of the bridge. Dogs don't bother him much. So he'll bunk in with me until he decides where he wants to live. I remember when Dad brought him home. I guess I used to think he was a toy for me to play with. That's why Dad named him Chewtoy. But he and I grew to be great friends. We both had the same electric blue eyes. Then when Mom came into the picture with her two brown eyed children, Callie and Raffles we became a brady bunch family.

When Mom and Dad got divorced after I came to the bridge (because of Dad's drinking) Dad abandonded Chewie and left him with Mom which was the best thing. for Chewie Mom loved him so much and cared for him through his diabetes and cancer.

Mom I know your heart is breaking again but just know you made the right decision and now Chewie is feeling well again and he's already made cat friends with Nigel, Reuben, Alex and Socks. He's such a friendly boy he will be happy here Mom. Lots of fresh air and sunbeams and the most enormous crop of catnip. Don't worry Mom - we're a family again. Callie, Raffles, Chewtoy and yours truly - Maleka.

I have no wings

Callie and Raffles have such beautiful wings on their pages, but I've been here since January and I have no wings. Raffles says I'm too big for wings. But I've seen other Huskies with wings. Callies says unless I ask no one will know I would like them, so I'm hoping someone sees my big blue eyes and will help me out.

Thanks.

Maleka

Kisses Mommy

Hi Mommy,

It's a very sad day. My first Mother's Day without you. Callie and Raffles are helping me cope today but we all have tears in our eyes. We miss you so much.

We know it's been hard living with Dad and his drinking problem, we hope this will be behind you soon.

Love you bunches.

Your furry face - Maleka

I Can Feel The Love

I just want to thank everyone for the kind words, love and gifts you have bestowed upon me and my family. I am blessed with friends from all parts of the country. Raffles and Callie had me in the steno pool today sending thank yous. I apologize if I have missed anyone.

I heard from old friends, and so many new friends down below and up here.

Everytime I turn around I run into another Husky. They have a large contingent up here and they make a point of coming by to welcome any new Huskies to the Bridge. At first I thought I was looking in a mirror, so may beautiful faces that look like me. They are all telling me that this spring I will have to go on the Northern Trek with them. All the Huskies get together on the Northern side of the Bridge and roam in packs for months at a time. It sounds like a wonderful adventure. They told me to take my time and they would be back in April to see if I would like to go.
Of course Callie and Raffles said now that we're one big family again we can't separate, but I think after some time together they'll know I need to be with my own kind for a few months. They want what makes me happy.

Uh oh. Gotta run. We're off for our nightly walk to look in on our families. Callie says that's the best part of the day.

Love you Mom.

Maleka

I Never Thought I'd be Happy to See Raffles

I'm at the Bridge and what a wonderful place it is. The sun is shining, all the pups are so happy and friendly. It's neither too hot nor too cool. I think I'm going to like it here. I sure was nervous on the train, I didn't know what was going on. My special angel guide Molly was so nice to me. Once we arrived at the bridge she stayed with me through orientation and when it was over said she had a nice surprise for me. She told me to go through the door to the garden and I would be fine. I was very apprehensive but did as she said and as soon as I walked in pups were cheering for me. And right in front center was my brother Raffles and sister Callie. We didn't always get along at home but the Bridge has mellowed Raffles and he was so excited to see me. He gave me the biggest hug. They quickly came over and introduced me to this huge crowd of furry faces. In no time I was meeting all these great pups. They had a huge party for me. It was amazing. Raffles and Callie have this huge group of friends and this beautiful cottage in a valley and their very own dictation business "Flying Paws". Raffles said he would let me get settled and then I would be part of the business. They just added a new wing to the house as so many of us are now at the Bridge. I have my own room. It faces the North and at night I can hear the Huskies howl up there. Some day I will trek North and check out my Siberian brothers and sisters. For now I am content to live with Callie and Raffles.

They have showed me how to check in on Mom and Dad. That was difficult the first time. They are having a very hard time adjusting to my being gone. After thirteen years a special bond develops.

Raffles is going to help me send a missive to Quigley. He has been having the run of my kennel, and the little squirt peed in there. Can you imagine. I'm gone a few days and he's making it his own. Mom thinks he just wants to go in the soft straw rather than the cold snow with his delicate butt, but Raffles and I know better. He's trying to make it his own. I've got my eye on you Quigley. You could have at least waited a week.

So many pups have sent me gifts and sent me notes. I'm so touched. It will take me awhile to respond to everyone, but thanks so much for your concern about me and my family.

Hey Dexter, I met Kenny - he is fast. I'll have to keep my eye on him.

More later, Raffles and Callie are taking me down to the Lake. I haven't been swimming for years.

Hey I saw that Chewtoy was diary of the day yesterday - good job Chewie.
Don't be sad Mom - I'm going to be okay.


Maleka

I'm On My Way To The Rainbow Bridge

Well my friends, I gave it the good fight, but my old body just wore out. I just turned 13, and for a Husky that's a good run. My back legs stopped working and they think I may have had a stroke. Mom and Dad were devastated for me to leave bu they knew it was the best choice for me.

So the last thing I remember was being at the vet with Mom and Dad, it must have been raining in there because Mom and Dad's faces were all wet. My favorite Doctor, Dr. Anderson was there and all my friends from Banfield. I got hugs and kisses and lots of scritches and cookies. Mom gave me a kiss and said to just relax and take a nap. The next thing I knew I was on this very comfy train with lots of cool drinks and snacks. There are a lot of dogs with me and some dogs with wings. They tell me they are dog angels and will tell us all about where we are and where we're going. My special angel is Molly. She said not to be afraid and when I get off the train I will be met by my sister Callie and brother Raffles and a bunch of friends just waiting to see me. My legs are working again, I can run and jump and I'm no pain. I'm me again. Angel Molly says we will be there soon. She's going to explain everything before we get there.

I miss Mom and Dad. But Molly says don't worry. I'll be with Callie and Raffles soon and they will show me how I can check in on Mom and Dad.

Thanks Mom and Dad. Don't be sad, you gave me a wonderful life. Molly says I'll be with you again one day.

Love you Maleka

Back Legs Still Not Working

I'm so embarrassed Mom and Dad still have to move me with the towel otherwise I can only drag myself. Mom said to think of myself as I'm the Queen of Sheba and my two attentive slaves carry me everywhere.

So the pain pills did not help me walk. Mom talked to the doctor today and they started me on prednizone. Mom's nervous about the side effects, but we'll just have to take it one day at a time and hope for the best.

The Bostonians knew before Mom and Dad that something was amiss. They've been sniffing at my backside all week. They are smart little pups.

So I'm in this drug induced stupor, and the silver lining is that Mom is getting me special treats. Oh yeah. I can handle that. I'm hanging in there, looking as gorgeous as always.

Maleka

January is not a good month

I'm 13 now and my legs just aren't cooperating. Mom says I have deteriorated this week and they took me to the doctor yesterday. I could hardly make my back legs work and I kept collapsing. So off I went to the Vet. It was awful. They took a lot of tests and some xrays. The bright spot was that the people that work there are so nice to me. One guy kept coming back when he wasn't busy to give me pets and scritches. I enjoyed that.

The Dr. showed Mom and Dad the xrays. Something about my hip displaysia getting worse and a possible compressed disk and something about my spine. They sent me home with pain pills saying that should help. Mom wanted me to stay in last night but I wasn't having it, so she was up every 3 hours coming out to check on me. My legs still aren't behaving but I try to move a little every now and then. My goal is to make it to the sunny spot this morning. Mom tried to help move me but I told her to back off, I want to do this on my own. Mom's worried because I'm not eating much either. I think if I just chill out in the sun I'll feel better. I'm not giving up yet.

Maleka

December is my favorite month

I 'm having the best month. Us Huskies love this weather. Mom gets worried that I'll get cold outside, but then she looks out and I'll be laying in a snowbank with my legs open because I'm so warm.

Some days I'd like to go in just to see what's going on, but the scary Priscilla is in there and she's not always nice to me. But I don't blame her, she has a history of big dogs scaring her.

So, my friends Jaime and Jason came all the way from North Dakota to see little ol me. Their pet name for me is "Stinky". I don't know why but I sure do love them. I saw Jason come through the back gate and I couldn't believe my eyes. I ran to the side door thinking that he was still living here and he would take me upstairs to the kitchen like he used to. So I had to be content with throwing myself at him downstairs. I was in heaven. Then Aunt Jamie came too. It was the best day. When they finally had to leave, I positioned myself on the porch watching the back gate, willing them to come back again. It was a grand day.


Maleka