Momma and I have known Mike for about 10 years. Every day for Mike is a struggle, he lives with a degenerative disease that may end up taking his life. But Mike says, "So what Mattie, it doesn't matter, we have this moment together!" "Besides," says Mike, "we all have to go some time."
Mike is an amazing guy. He's a scientist with a patent, and he also knits dog sweaters. Go figure! When momma tells Mike that he should save his strength and rest, Mike always says "there will be plenty of time for that, right now I wanna knit!"
Mike's outlook is amazing. He lives life with a joy only seen in small children first discovering the wonders of this world; and, he giggles at the delights of nature... the sun, the moon, the sky at night when it glows with stars. Most importantly, Mike loves his dog, Mike.
Mike found Mike in a shelter about 8 years ago and ever since then the two have been inseparable. Mike the dog, likes hot dogs and snores.... Mike the human is a vegan and he's quite polite. The Mikes crack me and momma up. Momma calls Mike the dog, Señor Snore; and Mike the human she calls Vegamite. Often times we spend the afternoon with Señor Snore and Vegamite.... they are good friends that make us laugh and we enjoy every minute of their time.
Mike is right.... why worry about tomorrow, there will be plenty of time for that.
I want to honor our friends Mike and Mike and wish them many blessings.
With love,
MattieDog
Oh dis is a bootyful story bout Urs friends da Mikes, U an Urs momma is very luvley pals an weez lub U HUGSxxxx
ReplyDeleteDis is a very sweet tribute, live for da moment and enjoy everyday! Mike & Mike sound like a wonderful pair. When iz your momma gonna change her name to Mattie? We tink iz endearing to name after your dog. Don't choo?
ReplyDeleteYes, is a very nice story:) Am not sure but from the tags mentioned I think my Dad and Mike share the same disease. Umm, my Dad is not a scientist who knits sweaters, tho. :) A great combination of talents. :) Love that Mike's doggie is also named Mike, too:)Both Mikes sound very nice:)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful story of friendship! Thank you for sharing this, Mattie SnowyWestie
ReplyDeleteMike sounds like an amazing person. So glad that he has Mike to love and be loved by.
ReplyDeleteAlso lucky to have you and your mom.
Thanks for sharing this great story.
Your friend, Mike, is very wise. And the thing is that the more we enjoy today, the more good things come our way. :) Thanks for the reminder, Mattie
ReplyDeleteYou are wise and have very wise friends. You may be more wise than even my namesake!
ReplyDeleteawww. so sweet. yes, the humans need to learn this from us animals about living in the moment for sure...you so right! thankyou for making the world a brighter place Mattie..you awesome!
ReplyDeleteyour friend Mike does sound like an amazing guy, and I'm sure your visits with special lap time are extra special to him too. You are an amazing little doggie with an amazing mama to be taking care of other people.
ReplyDeleteAnother great post, Mattie! My mom's learned a lot lately about enjoying life while we have it. Very important. Thanks for the reminder! And the Mikes sound like wonderful friends.
ReplyDeleteHugs and Love,
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Mattie that is a purrfectly wonderful story and I thank you so much for sharing this.
ReplyDeleteI know that both "Mikes" must sooo look forward to your visits!
Shhhhhh...I won't tell your Mom about the ice cream!
xoxoxo
Darlin Mattie, once again you and your Mama have shared a story which reminds us to take the time to love and enjoy our friends. You inspire us.
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Jinny & Pixel