Another D-O-G!

Hi Friends,
Well, just as I suspected, a "sister" is a dog! Her name is Tully (like the gym at FSU) and she's small and brown. I thought it was going to be awful...being an only dog for two years and all, but it is not so bad. She likes to play!!! When I run in the backyard, she chases me; when I pick up the pull toy, she tugs on the other end. Don't tell anyone, but I'm actually finding it more fun to play with her than with my humans. When Mom Cindy isn't running her out to the grass in the front yard, mumbling something about housebreaking, we play together and I even let her nap next to me sometimes. I can't believe I was ever as small as she is.
As an update on our walk; we are doing great. We've logged in lots of miles and have begun to raise money for lupus. I told Mom Cindy that we don't need to walk as far this year, because Tully has 4 legs and we can get her miles this year, too. Her legs are kinda short, so she won't log in too many, but every little bit helps, just like the donations.
We want to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. We are so very thankful for all of our family and friends. We appreciate all of your support in our efforts.

Big and little doggie kisses, Landis and "sister" Tully

P.S. Mom Cindy said she'd update the miles we've walked when Tully naps one day ( could be awhile!!!).

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Here We Go Again!!!

Hi Friends,

I'm back!!!!

Can you believe it....Mom Cindy has decided we are going to walk to raise money for lupus again! The only good thing is that I really like walking around our neighborhood. We have lots of other dogs that I get to see, but I like seeing their people even more. Lots and lots of them stop to pet me when we go walking...it is just the best!

I've got some other news that I'm not sure about at all. I'm getting something called a "sister". Now, from what I can figure out, it must be another dog, because I saw this pink collar and leash come in the house the other day and surely Mom Cindy wouldn't think I'd want a pink leash. I'm a big BOY now. Did you know I was 2 years old last week??? Well, so far nothing has showed up but the leash and pictures. I included the picture at the top, not because of the "sister," but because she and I have the same dog mom, Savannah. That's her in the picture. Supposedly one of the little brown things is Tully, my new half sister. I'll let you know how all of this works out...she's coming around Halloween.

Gotta go start walking. Come join us anytime.

Lots of love and doggie kisses, Landis

Off to Morroco!!!

Hi Friends,

I have got a BIG secret.....Mom Cindy is going to visit Jules in Morroco on Monday and she thinks she's going alone. Well, I've decided that I am going to be a stowaway. See, I found her suitcase sitting on the floor and I jumped in and I think I'll fit!!!! I just can't wait to see Jules. The only bad thing is that I hear she has two cats. Now tell me this....who in the world wants cats???? Us dogs are sooooooooo much better!!!! At least they are kittens, so maybe they'll be fun to play with????

So, I might not be answering your e-mails for a little while or posting on the blog, but when we get home we'll have lots and lots of pictures to share; so stay tuned.

Keep your fingers (paws) crossed that Mom Cindy doesn't discover my hiding place before we leave. I think I'd miss her an awful lot if she goes without me!

Big doggie kisses....Landis

Happy Easter

Hi Friends,
By now, you have probably heard that we walked over 1,000 miles and raised over $10,000.00 for lupus. Mom Cindy says we are so blessed to have such wonderful friends and family. A big doggie kiss to everyone for helping us. If you want to drop by my house, I'll give it to you in person. I just love giving doggie kisses!!!!
It seems that another human holiday is just around the corner,of course. You humans have LOTS of holidays. Seems you like to celebrate EVERYTHING. Maybe you can celebrate me and my friends one day....Wheaten Week? Landis Coney Day? Dog Days?
What do you think? We could have it in September around my birthday. It doesn't seem there are many other human holidays then.
So, Mom Cindy says the next holiday is Easter. She says it is a religious holiday, whatever that means. It seems that somehow I'm going to get a basket filled with eggs, like the one in the picture. Mom Cindy says the Easter Bunny hides the eggs, then I get to go find them. Sounds like fun. I love to find treasures in the backyard! Not so sure about some big bunny, but we'll see how it goes.
Gotta go now. I hear my friends next door barking.
Doggie hugs and kisses, Landis

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We Did It!!!

" A dog is like an eternal Peter Pan, a child who never grows old and who therefore is always available to love and be loved" Aaron Katcher

Hi Friends,
You just are not going to believe this. Mom Cindy and I have met and exceeded our goals. Would you believe that we have raised $10,540.00 for lupus and walked over 950 miles. Guess what else...I've decided that I really like walking every day! I get to go out, check out all my friends in the neighborhood and enjoy our beautiful weather. So, we've decided that we are going to keep walking every day. I've also decided that I love writing my blog, so I'm going to continue telling you about my life and I'll even tell you any news on the lupus front.
For tonight, I just want to send a great big doggie kiss to all of you who have supported our efforts. Mom Cindy says we never would have done it without you! You've all been so kind and so thoughtful to help us. The money that you have donated will make a very big difference in the lives of all of those people with lupus. Mom Cindy says that some new medicines are suppose to be coming out soon. She's all excited about that ( I'd be more excited about a bone, but hey, to each his own).
So, you are still going to see us out walking and we are leaving our fundraising page up for awhile, in case anyone else wants to donate. You're all the very best!!!!
Much, much love and many, many thanks, LANDIS

$10,540.00 raised

978 miles walked

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THANK YOU!!!!!!!

Happy Valentine's Day!

Hi Friends,
Well, this is going to come as no surprise...the humans are having another holiday!!! Apparently, this one has to do with love. I love LOVE; especially when it is directed towards ME! From what I can gather, I'm suppose to send Valentines (whatever they are) to all of the humans and dogs that I love. Do you think any of you could come by and take me shopping for Valentines? I think I'd make a big 'ole mess if I try to make them myself. Plus, I've told you before that the shopping thing looks good to me.
Mom Cindy says that we've already gotten our Valentine's present from all of you. You have helped us raise $10,515 dollars for lupus. I'm not sure I get the whole money thing, but I do know that if people with lupus can live better lives and new medications can be found, I'm all for what money can do! A great BIG thank you to all of you for your support and for your LOVE. You are the best!
One last thing to share. You won't believe this one either. Well, remember how much I hate getting my hair done? It almost got worse than usual. There was another Wheaten Terrier there that needs a new home. He is 4 years old and his name is Duggan. I was scared to death that Mom Cindy was going to bring him home. Remember how much I love my love....do you think my humans have enough for two dogs? I kinda like getting all of the love myself!!!
The flowers in the picture are for each of you for Valentine's Day, in case no one comes by to take me shopping for cards.
I LOVE YOU all......Landis

Hooray! Hooray! Hooray!

"Dogs are not our whole life, but they make our lives whole."~Roger Caras

Hi Friends,
Today is the best day. I'm writing my blog and Mom Cindy didn't make me dress up or pose for a picture. You will be happy to hear that I survived the Gasparilla celebration. Oh boy, I did not like those pirates or the guns that they were shooting. I, for one, am very happy the whole thing is over. I don't like Gasparilla nearly as much as Christmas on the human holiday scale. Do you think Christmas will come again soon? I REALLY like my toys and I've eaten all of my treats. If you see Santa, tell him I'm really, really trying to be a good boy!!!
Guess what else? There is a new Wheaten terrier puppy in the neighborhood...Scooter. He's very cute and likes to play. I'll try to get a picture with him one day soon, so you can see him!
Mom Cindy and Dad Tony have been very sad this week. Two very special people in their lives passed away. I can't imagine how hard it must be for someone you love to go to heaven...even though I know it is a great place! I know they miss their friends, so I've tried to be extra special loving this week. It isn't hard, 'cause I love sitting in Mom Cindy's lap and playing with Dad Tony.
My last bit of news....Mom Cindy and I have less than 100 miles to walk. Can you believe we have walked 822.75 miles since September 30. Honestly, I can, but I'm really just kidding about it being hard. I love my walks! I see all of my friends in the 'hood, get to sniff everything and I even stop and smell the flowers. Mom Cindy always says more humans should stop and smell the flowers like I do!!!
It is a beautiful day outside...think I'll go out and play.
Big doggie kisses, Landis

822.75 miles walked, only 92.95 to go!
$7865 raised, only $1295 to go!!!!
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