Over the legal limit

**Warning** This post is sure to be over the legal limits for sweetness.

Look at that face, those great big black eyes. Toby is settling in and getting comfortable in his new home. He's a little timid and skittish. The home he came from had a toddler and more than once I saw her pick either he or his brother up by their head. You know, toddlers don't know how to show love gently. I'd be a little nervous too. Madden came in and took charge, like he was the only pup in town. Toby isn't quite as confident. He loves to snuggle but he's also content to take a nap in his little pet kennel. He's eating and playing and doing an excellent job of just being too darn cute. He is a welcome ray of sunshine.

Can you stand it? It's a good thing he doesn't mind kisses.

And when you thought things couldn't be any sweeter,

This little card was attached to a patchwork teacup that came in the mail today from Me'Lisa.

She also sent a bowl in the pattern I (along with lots of other bloggers) have fallen in love with and a bracelet she made.

Isn't it beautiful? Me'Lisa is wondering if she should open an etsy shop. I say YES!!! This was a box full of goodies to cheer me up. It certainly put a great big smile on my face. I will definitely have a cup of tea this afternoon wearing my bracelet and think of Me'Lisa. Thank you!!! I have said it many times before and I will continue to say it, I am so blown away by the kindness of bloggers. We are essentially strangers but also like family. My husband is always so amazed at the kindness shown to me by people I've never met.

I'd love to have pictures of sewing progress, but the progress I've made this week will have to be reflected in my words and not in photographs. It has certainly been a tough week and I am so glad to say it is ending much better than it began. Sometimes life can throw a great big curve ball out of left field and knock you right off your feet. I'm brushing my knees off, taking a deep breath and enjoying the sweet memories of a special little soul.

Comments

[Zoe]

Toby is adorable. What type of dog is he? Love your patchwork tea cup from Me'Lisa.

[Sarah]

So cute!!! I'm glad today's a little better. :)

[Missy]

I am so glad things are looking up. Seems a lot of blogger friends are having a rough patch this week. Toby is so cute. I can't wait to see more of his antics.

[MéLisa]

I guess that it was serendipitous that I found that bowl last Friday. The Thrift Gods must have known that you would need it this week. Them & the Amazon Japan mail fairy that brought the inspiration for the tea cup. I am so glad to hear that you are doing better. Toby is just too cute! I am sure that in no time he will be ruling the house. Also thanks for the words of encouragement on the Esty shop.

[wendy]

Oh he looks like he is loving his new home and some gentle love. I'm glad you are feeling better but I
realise that what happened does not go away over night. So lots more good wishes from over here for you all.

[Jessica]

omg he's adorable! puppies are the absolute best! i'm glad ya'll are all getting settled into things together :) and i love the bracelet - yes for the etsy shop!

[Dawn]

OH MY!! How cute is that face?????Adorable, Autum...and I am waiting to see what sweet little collars you can make up for this little furball...Perhaps one to coordinate with those dishes??
Love the bracelet..and that little tea cup..God is so good to give us friends who are so thoughtful and surprize us with things to make us smile.

[Amy]

FAR too sweet. Sounds like he needed you guys to rescue him as much as you guys needed him. Perfection.

And that bowl. Yes - see the ever growing list of posts on my blog today. Crazy.

[Angela]

Toby is yummy! I'm so glad things are starting to look up and the little one is bringing a smile to your face.

wonderful mail goodies too! The teacup is adorable! ;-)

[laurie]

it appears tht i've missed a lot this week so i'm stopping by, a little late, to wish you a better week to come than the one you just had.

xoxo laurie

[Sarah]

He *IS* quite the little sweetheart in those photos!! And what a lovely surprise to get in the mail! A nice boost to the spirits...just what YOU need!

[Karyn]

Toby is the sweetest little guy! Enjoy the cute puppiness, it doesn't last long. He'll grow up way too fast.

[Laurie]

That puppy is the cutest thing ever!! And the stuff from your friend is so beautiful. She really should open up a shop!

[DebR]

You should totally submit that second photo to the Puppywars site (site where they have puppy photo "cute-off" contests).

http://puppywar.com if you're interested.

Toby is adorable!

[sueb]

oh my gosh he is cuter than a cupcake! It's got to be next to impossible to walk by him without picking him up to cuddle!

[Mary-Ellen]

Woo hoo. Those pictures made my day. I wish I could give him a kiss in person! I am also so glad that you are doing better. Every day it will get a little better!

Mary-Ellen

[Jackie]

He's a lucky puppy! and very sweet too! I'm glad things are turning around. Wonderful package - how thoughtful of her!

[Linda L]

He is soo precious! I just wanted to reach through my monitor and hug him.

[Debhogan]

so glad you posted photos of little Toby. So precious and sounds like he is in just the home he needs.

What a beautiful bracelet! Aren't on-line buddies the best?

[Christelle]

So cute ;)

[bekka]

what a sweet pup. i'm sure he'll fin dhis place in your family. and such lovely items to perk you up! lucky lucky!

[Tink]

:::sigh:::

I have been back at least 10 times to gaze upon Toby. Those top two pictures are killers, but I think the second one is absolute perfection.

Although.....that third picture does showcase his playful side. Oh gee, I guess I will have to keep looking, I can't pick.

I'm so happy for you that you found someone to love on, who will love on you right back and maybe make things just a wee bit easier.

[Toni]

Ack! What a little sweetie-so cute! I'm so happy for you Autum (and your daughter too!) The sun will always come up, just like the faithfulness of the Lord, He is so good. I've been thinking of you and so glad to hear you're smiling again. xox.

[Tanya Nichols]

OHHHH happy cute puppy day...sigh...terribly cute...and PRESENTS!!!

im on overload hehehe
Is Angel jealous...at the cuteness hehehe

[Anja (Sweden)]

Hey there!

I just wonder what kind of dog breed Toby is... he is just soooo cute!
Thankful for answer! =)