(Guest contributor Gunner THE Dog)
It was an uncanny feeling as the only home I’d known was obviously being dismantled.
The most stressful part was when we got to the smelly noisy cargo place. There was a LOT of anxiety and frantic phone calling. Mom was calling my favorite Farm sitter and saying things like can you take Gunner until we work this out! Dad was on another line talking about the Vet and dates entered wrong and they weren’t going to take me…and it was raining. Apparently it all got handled, but it literally took hours. Then it got worse.
I didn’t realize it at the time, but my parents were also getting on a big smelly noisy machine the next day.
They keep telling me that I will never have to do that again. I am a UK dog now. Boy was I happy to see them. Boy, were they happy to see me!
Everything got better after that. I quite liked staying at my Aunty’s house. She likes good dogs, so I was on my very best behavior.
I was quite content, but my parents were a tad stressed. Mostly the words were cars, insurance, licenses, you can’t talk to anyone, every thing is online and I just want to pay them. There were a few new words I learned, but I’d better not repeat them. Aunty said some of my favorite words…walk and ball. The village sports field was nearby and I made use of it daily. Uncle said some of my parents favorite words…’can I make you a cup of tea and shall I get you a gin?’ All in all, we were well taken care of. We got the car and packed it up and set off. Believe it or not, but I am quite happy in here wherever my humans go, I want to go.
We’re on our way north. We spent two nights on a farm! We all felt right at home. We stayed in a Shepherd’s hut. It was very cozy as the rain beat down on the roof at night. My parents were very careful not to step on me when they got out of bed.
There were some new animals there as well.
We went to Whitley Bay. I think it was a dog beach. There were a bunch of humans also, but the dogs were having the most fun. It was lovely. Mom and Dad got a little frustrated trying to pay the toll for the tunnel, because as Dad says, “Why does every bloody thing have to be done online!”
Mom and Dad got excited to see this blue sign.
Apparently there is a place called THE Pub down the road. Dad asked the man if dogs would be welcome. He said, “Dogs are welcome everywhere.”
I think I’m going to like it here.
Woof, woof, woof. (Dog for “we are blessed” or ‘I need to go out’)
Kendall has a cousin who married a Scot years ago. I will find out where they live and perhaps they could point you to some places. So excited for your adventure!! It’s on my bucket list to visit. 😊
We have so much to learn, that any help is appreciated. Can’t wait to welcome you in Scotland with a giant hug!
The history of Great Britain is fascinating. I took a class during lunch breaks while working for Dex Media. The class was taught by a fellow co-worker by the name of Scotty, who moved from Scotland to the United States. One thing that comes to mind is Hadrian’s Wall. Scotty said this was an important landmark in Scotland. It acted as a barrier to keep the barbarians out of Britannia when Rome invaded much of Great Britain.
Katie, you can’t go anywhere here without seeing history. As a previous history major it is just such a different world. Great to hear from you. Hope you are doing well.
This was so fun to read. I will check in on you! Miss you already and so glad I got a hug before you took off. 🙂
Stay in touch! So glad to get my extra last hug! xx
I am so excited to read about your adventures, or Gunner’s adventures. I am so glad that Lori sent this out, so I can keep up with you!
God Bless you guys!!
Sally, thank you so much. This is a first for Gunner as author. There was just so very much to say that I needed someone else to say it. Many blessings to you.
Oh, it’s wonderful to hear from you! And you got out of Dodge just in time. I hear there was snow east of the mountains last week!
Thanks sweet cousin.
Please continue your faithful prayers, still so much to do….
xo
Gunner, the International Dog of Mystery! So happy you like it there! We miss you already and can’t wait to visit next summer! Have fun in your new home and take lots of pictures. Love to you, Ellen and Pat!
Gunner can’t wait to see you. He is doing well, but very attentive to his humans and making sure he is close by. This morning I felt a wet nose on the bed…nose to nose.
Thank you again for your willingness to help us at a moments notice!
Keep up your blogs. We love you and are praying for you🙏🥰
And we appreciate both your love and encouragement. Blessings to you and your family.
Wonderful to hear from you, Gunner! So excited to be part of this adventure and follow you on your way. Praying God will lead you gently to the place He has planned for you to put down new roots. Blessings to all!
Sweet friend, thank you for your prayer. Just what I needed to hear today. Each step has been so difficult and continues to be…getting insurance, bank account, mail, and feeling without a home. “Gently leading…that he has planned for us”
Bless you,
Hugs to all three of you!
Thank you so much, Dear John!
hugs back.
I was so happy to see a new entry in your blog already! You know me, I stay up late, so I was able to read it immediately! I knew what your travel plans were ‘supposed’ to be, but I couldn’t help wondering if things were going smoothly, and how you were all doing! So glad that you are in Scotland now, and I hope you are all doing well!
Thank you, my Night Owl Cousin! Let’s just say that every plan has a detour. However, we do have a car and after sitting for 30 minutes trying to get to church, we finally figured out the GPS system. We got organized and were able to ditch 2 suitcases, they’re just heavier.We’re in Roslin outside Edinburgh. Tomorrow we should be in the Moray Coast…fingers crossed.
Hugs!