Whoever Said Money Can't Buy Happiness Forgot About Puppies

Posted on October 28, 2011

So I’ve never had a more embarrassing moment then when I went and saw Marley and Me in theaters. Everyone in the theater was crying, even the men (if you didn’t then I wonder about you). I, on the other hand, was in full sob mode. I had to sit in the theater through the entire credits just to try and calm down. I was so upset that I really didn’t notice the estranged stares from other movie goers at my horrendous whimpering. I grew up with a black lab and the movie hit really close to home. Dogs are the most extraordinary creatures. The closing quote of the movie really captures it all:

“A dog has no use for fancy cars, big homes, or designer clothes. A water logged stick will do just fine. A dog doesn't care if you’re rich or poor, clever or dull, smart or dumb. Give him your heart and he'll give you his. How many people can you say that about? How many people can make you feel rare and pure and special? How many people can make you feel extraordinary?”

Now Boulderites, I think you agree with me on this one. Everyone knows that Boulder loves their share of puppies. It’s hard to even walk outside without seeing at least a couple dogs with their owners which is terribly distracting to people like me who can’t keep their hands off of the furry critters. In honor of man’s (and Lindsey’s) best friend, Downtown Boulder always has some sort of puppy party going on. Here’s a couple coming up:

-This Saturday, October 29 at the Boulder Public Library there will be and Informational Meeting for those interested in volunteer Puppy Raising for Canine Companions for Independence. Canine Companions for Independence, the nonprofit organization that trains assistance dogs for people with disabilities and professional caregivers, is looking for volunteers to become Puppy Raisers. Puppy Raisers take a young puppy into their home for about 18 months and teach them basic commands and socialization. RSVP to kgorman@cci.org or (303) 462-4646

-Also on Saturday, come see Widow’s Bane, Radical Knitting Circle and Woodrose play live for a Halloween Benefit Show (costumes encouraged) at Shug's Low Country Cuisine on the corner of 13th and Pearl. Cover is $5 and all proceeds benefit Humane Society of Boulder Valley. Doors open at 8 p.m!

-Posh Splat Paint and Wine always offers dog themed painting parties at least twice a month at their Pearl Street location. First of all, if you haven’t been to Posh, it’s such a cool/unique way to spend the evening with some friends. They provide the canvas, the brushes, the paint and then you walk out with a painting you did all yourself. With $3 wine, $3 beer and no artistic experience, I was expecting to walk out with a child’s finger-painting, but I actually did really well! Find these doggy paintings on their event calendar and sign up!

- While dogs aren’t allowed on the Pearl Street Mall for various reasons, there are a number of dog friendly patios in downtown. We even have a webpage devoted entirely to these pup friendly places. Check it out here. While you’re there, you can read a book about dogs (The Art of Racing in the Rain is my personal favorite). And, on your way, stop by Farfels Farm. I usually walk in there just for fun because there is at least 3-4 dogs to play with in the store at all times. A little slice of heaven!

The only way I can think to close this post is with a heartfelt story about the blind Great Dane Lily and her guide dog Maddison, who are recently looking for a home. Although they’re all the way in the UK, I think they should live in Boulder because there’s no better place for a dog! Help them out Boulderites. They deserve it. And if not, it’s just a great story.

Happy Halloween!

-Lindsey

Whoever Said Money Can't Buy Happiness Forgot About Puppies

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