Bunny here again at the keyboard today. I have a special post today that I wanted to share with all of you. I hope you enjoy it.
One of my oldest blog friends is Pip, and he’s one of the few blog friends that I can say I’ve actually met in canine. He lives up near the windy city of Chicago and we went on the Canine Cruise together a couple of years ago. If you’ve been a long-time reader of our blog, you might also remember the big race we had a couple of years ago.
Pip is getting, well, a little long in the tooth and he’s had a few problems with his heart. The vet tells him he’s on limited time, so he’s on a world tour, crossing items off his bucket list so that when the time comes, he can say he’s done it all. Of course, no bucket list tour would be complete without our good friend, Puddles.
Since I’ve known Pip for a long time, I know that he has the heart of a champion, and that he has a dream of running a real race with some Greyhounds. This wouldn’t be one of those wagering type of deals, it’s simply a race for the thrill of the chase. There’s not a lot of exciting stuff for us to do here in the cornfield, so when Pip and Puddles arrived, I told them that we needed to drive a couple of hours up to Dubuque.
I’d called a few of my friends up there at the racetrack and a few of them were willing to run a race with Pip. I’m afraid that none of them took Pip’s desire to win a race seriously. It turns out that Pip is still one fast fellow and he really turned on the speed.
I offered to let Puddles race, too, but she said she wasn’t dressed for racing. She was happy to cheer Pip on from the sidelines, though. Just between you and me, I’m afraid that she was worried that she wouldn’t be fast enough to keep up with the other hounds, but it could also have something to do with the quantities of beer she was drinking, too. Just to be safe, I slipped the keys to the car out of her purse when she wasn’t looking. She certainly isn’t known for her restraint, and I wanted to be sure Pip got to finish his big tour.
After Pip won his race, we had a big party to celebrate his win. All the Greyhounds came up to congratulate him on his win. I suspect a few of them also asked him for his secrets to racing. Puddles laughed so hard when he told them it was the shoes that she fell off the chandelier she was swinging from. It was quite the party.
The Greyhounds finally told us they had to get to bed so they could be in racing shape for the next day. I wonder how many of them ordered shoes. Since the party had gone so late, we decided to spend the night at the kennel and then we headed home, but I decided to drive. After all, I have a license and I’m not so sure about Puddles’ credentials. She slept in the back seat the whole way, so I think she was glad to have a break behind the wheel.
All too soon, it was time for them to be on their way to their next stop. Pip, I’m honored that you’d share your Bucket List Tour with me. You’ve been a great friend for a long time and I love you, your wisdom and your sense of fun. Nobody knows more about a good cheeseburger than you. I hope that your tour lasts a long time and that you keep us smiling for a while longer.
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What a fab time you all had. Sure hope Pip has a very long list, as he has to do everything and that will keep him around for longer.
BWHAHAHAHAHAHA…OMD, Pip’s SHOES….he has runnin’ shoes!!!!!!!!! And here I was thinkin’ he won from dat energy drink I gaves him…but it was da shoes. And yes, yes I did hurt my butt when I fell but, I is okays.
I is always happies to cheer Pip on from da sidelines with my cooler.
Puddles
Sniff, sniff …oh Bunny, we really have had some times haven’t we …sniff, sniff …and I really am a faster runner aren’t I …Bunny, I really am a fast runner like you aren’t I …Bunny, why aren’t you answering me and why are you giving those green papers to your racing friends?
Don’t worry, Pip! They just wanted to buy some drinks! You have a great racing record. You tied me in the first race and you beat seven Greyhounds in the second!
Good thinking taking the keys from Puddles. She just tripped down the stairs on her pink dress …plus, it will be nice to have someone driving (you) who can see over the dashboard.
How about we hit the drive through on the way home …all this racing is making me hungry.
And gosh, I look good in red, don’t you think?
Red is definitely your color!
Drive through, here we come!
I think Pip is really a miniature greyhound with a furry coat – it is no wonder he was super fast! I hear there was some illegal betting on the side and that the race might of even been ‘rigged’. Shock horror!!!
Bet Pip was happy to go on a road trip with two pretty ladies to check one off the bucket list.
Bunny you are a wonderful friend to make Pip’s racing dreams come true…and for being such a responsible designated driver…Definitely a highlight stop on the Bucket Tour
Oh Pip, her is just givin’ them green papers so they can buy runnin’ shoes like you…really…honest. They just wann be like you.
Hey when you pick up da burgers can you has them to hold da lettice and ‘mater…and I want extra cheese too…makes dat 3 pieces. I likes cheese.
Puddles
By da way…while you and Pip is at da drive through, I is gonna be in your room tryin’ on your collars, k? So just takes your time withs da burgers.
Puddles
Just don’t drop any of them! If you see one you like, feel free to borrow it!
Hey! Where’s my crown?
Look at you racing with the greyhounds! You go Mr Pip! I really think it was your spiffy red racing outfit that helped you win!
Sounds like a great time you all had, especially Puddles, someone has got to get that girl under control!:))
WOW!!! Pip is fassssst. He was just a blurr. What a wonderful adventure you helped him enjoy. And thank you for keeping Puddles from racing and taking the keys. I am afraid that she might have used the car in the race and well… well nothing good could come from that. I bet the sale of running shoes sky rocketed after Pip let out his “secret”. hehhehhe
Blessings,
goose
Oh Pip that Bunny sure is one good friend of yours. I am sure glad we got to meet her. That was such a great post about your wonderful trip. Those shoes are magical, that is for sure and we are so excited that you won that race. We knew you were a speedy boy besides being cute. Take care Pip.
Wow, what a fun visit! Looks like that race was a lot of fun and I’m so proud of Pip for winning. I need to get a pair of those snazzy shoes asap!
Grr and Woof,
Sarge, COP
Ah Bunny, what a wonderful adventure you had planned for Pip. It’s a shame that Puddles wouldn’t race too though I am sure she was on the sidelines stirring up trouble. BOL
*Cairn cuddles*
Oz
What do you mean one of your collars is missing? I wouldn’t know anything about that. I don’t even wear pink …well only sometimes when no one else is around.
CRASH SPLAT …no idea what that sound was …geez, why did all your fancy collars just fall out of Puddles dress …I think she was just holding them for you
Umm… Puddles?
Sure you don’t wear pink, Pip. We all know that was you in Alaska, wearing Puddles’ pink dress and dancing on the brewery bar.
What a wonderful visit. This was a trip down memory lane for me because I met Pip and Puddles because of The Great Race. Bunny…make sure you count your collars before they take off.
Hey Pip now you are not only an Olympian but faster than the greyhounds. Pawsome running kit pal. Ha ha those red sneakers. Again another great episode on the Thelma and Louise opps P & P world tour. Have a terrific Tuesday.
Best wishes Molly
Fantastic race!!!
I remember Bunny and Pip’s famous race from two years ago – who could forget it? But this was just as good with Pip showing a clean pair of heels to those athlete hounds.
Enjoy your world tour Pip
xxx
What a fantastic time you all had. I hope Puddles doesn’t walk off with all your pretty collars.
Millie
Oh Puddles, you look FAB……Pip, love the shoes……
Bunny you are the perfect hostesss,
Bert
What a terrific story that is. Pip has been a great pal ever since I came on this list and I love it that he “beat” the greyhounds (wink, wink). We have long known that Pip hates the cold, so we told him for this time of the year it is best he head for warmer climates and the last few weeks have shown that to be true!
I hope none of your collars are missing, Bunny, and thanks for taking such good care of the Pipster.
Jo, Stella and Zkhat
This is great! I am sure you gave Pip a lot of wonderful memories. It was very responsible of you to make sure everyone got home safe. I love the idea behind a world tour and I bet everyone is having a blast with it!
Best wishes to Pip and his family. It sounds like his adventures are far from over.
LOL! Oh Bunny you really are the best! What a fun trip
Pip and Puddles are quite the pair.
Enjoy the tour boys!
Boy those two sure get around! BOL
Benny & Lily
Bunny I absolutely love the beautiful of you and Mr. Pip on the blanket….
You and your sibs did a wonderful job of showing P&P around the town.
Hugs Madi, Mr. Pip’s Valentine Ball Date
NO BUDDY could EVER furget the BIG RACE!! It was the mostest Wonderful thingy we have ever Seen!!
OMD Pip looks soooooooo grrrreat in his racing outfit… and the SHOES… OMD PIP has RACING SHOES. No Wonder he was just a BLURRRRRERRRRRRRrrrrrrr on the track!!
THIS was a Supreme good time fur sure. Thanks Bunny fur showing our furend ANOTHER FANGtastic TIME…
Pip sure looks spiffy in that track suit!
Ah, seems like the Big Race was just yesterday. So many great memories. Has it been so long since I first arrived from Hicbar and met my favorite girls?
I love the picture of you two together.
Yours,
Hehehehehe…oh dis crown (holds crown up), I was just tryin’ it on too. Are these real diamonds? I looks good in diamonds.
Oh and well, ummm….bout those collars…uh, I plead da fifth.
Puddles
What a pawsome day you all had! We’ve never seen a greyhound race and have to say, we are very impressed. Way to go Pip!! You were running faster than the speed of sound. We’re so proud that you won, you really won! You’ve got the best furends Pip and what great host’s they were too.
Hugs,
Lily Belle & Muffin
Too fun! We are LOVING Pip’s Bucket List Tour…we hope it never ends! We remember the big race all too well. What sportsmanship was shown! We’re glad Pip beat out 7 Greyhounds in his latest race though!!
This was just great!! We love pip and we love you and this couldn’t have been more fun! This was one of our fave stops on Pip’s bucket list tour!
Looks like a great time was had by all! What a special great for your buddy Pip, it’s something he’ll never forget!
All I have to say – those are the coolest sneakers around!
What a brilliant idea to do a world tour. Pip is a lucky dog. Happy travels Pip!
Aww, I’m so glad that Pip was able to visit you on his tour, Bunny. You introduced us to Pip back when you raced and I remember when you all went on the boat together. We started following Pip back then, and I have to say he’s our favorite small dog. It is so awesome that Pip got to run with the greyhounds and won!
OMD!! What a race!!! This amazin’ race was before my times, butts WOW!! That was exciting fursure! Thanks for sharing it with us that didn’t see it the furst time. Almost as great as TODAY’S race!! Oh, I KNEW you had it in you Pip! Beatin’ all those Greyhounds…very impressive indeed! I know they wanted your autograph afterwards! I thinks it was MORE than just the shoes Pip, I thinks Bunny was right I thinks you just have the heart of a Champion! {{{hugs}}}
Now, abouts that pawty…..
Kisses,
Ruby
Pip – sometimes is not the size of the dog in the race, it’s the size of the race in the dog. You’ve got it, big guy!
That license came in handy Bunny!
What a PAWFECT adventure!!
-Bart, Ruby and Otto
What’s that you say??? No, can’t hear you over the sound of my own chewing. Nope, haven’t seen your collars or your crown …bahwahahahhahaaaha!
Your pal, Pip
Wow, Pip beat the hounds! I love that last photo – it made me giggle! Love the shoes! What a great visit…
Wow, looks like you had a great time in Illinois. We are sure it was the shoes that got you to win that race. Those are way too cool, Mr. Pip. Wish we would have known you were coming to town we could have sniffed our way up there and watched you race. We could have gave you the big AROOOOOO. So glad Bunny showed you a great time, she is such a social butterfly.
Sniffs, The HoundDogs
Oh Bunny, I love what you said about Pip, that is ditto us I love Pip his wisdom and his sense of fun. I also those the sneakers he is wearing. What a terrific race.
Sweet William The Scot
Good for you Bunny! Get Pip out there, doing some running and getting some fresh air!
Wyatt
Wow Pip you sure are fast. We will let you race Mister when you come to visit us. He is an Italian Greyhound.
Bunny we are very pleased to meet you.