The Search for a Moose in the Pond
Bear was depressed.
You see, all he had wanted for Christmas was a moose. Just a moose to ride on through the backyard, past all the tall grass and over the cold sidewalks.
But Santa hadn’t brought him a moose. He had brought him plenty of toys and treats, new Chihuahua Christmas friends, and even some new clothes. But there wasn’t a moose in sight.
Wuffle.
It was enough to make a puppy wuffle with all his might.
Finally, one day, Bitty had enough.
“Stop wuffling!” she bellowed. “We’re going to go find a moose!”
Then the Babies realized they had no idea where a moose lived. In fact, they didn’t know what a moose looked like.
They looked in the dishwasher.
They checked the pantry.
They checked the loveseat cushions. Bear was thrilled to find a chew stick.
They checked under the entertainment center and found another chew stick. Bitty claimed it. After all, she is the Queen.
There were no mooses in the hallway.
Nor in the bathroom.
There wasn’t anything in Ben’s office either. Not even a dead spider.
Finally, the Babies gave up the search. They trotted into the Blond Duck and Ben’s room for snuggle time.
And ran smack into a moose.
“A moose!” Bear cried. “A moose! A real moose! Sent to me by Santa!”
“Pardon me,” the moose said, looking perturbed. “I’m not anyone’s present from Santa. I simply live in the Land of the Flowered Bed.”
Bear felt his hopes fade away. “So I can’t ride on your back in the tall grass out back? I can’t run to the mailbox with you and scare the mean dogs? We can’t go ice skating on the kitchen floor?”
“Of course!” the Moose cried. “That’s what friends do!”
And just like that, Bear had a new friend in the Moose. Even if the Moose had to stay in the Blond Duck’s bedroom due to the fact Bitty had the overwhelming urge to shred it like her other toys.
He had never been happier. In fact, he wuffled with joy.
Stay tuned, Invisible Friends! Tomorrow we have a new Twirl! Thursday we have the new cookbook series of bbq chicken and baked beans, and a interview with the cookie-stealing bunny Friday. Stay tuned!
January 6th, 2009 at 3:30 am
you have 2 cuties there!!!!
January 6th, 2009 at 3:38 am
I didn’t know the C. S. Bunny did interviews! I certainly shall stay tuned.
January 6th, 2009 at 4:40 am
Too cute. I can always count on your stories to put a smile on my face first thing in the morning.
Your new pictures is gorgeous girlfriend!
January 6th, 2009 at 5:27 am
I love happy endings! I bet Bear sounds really cute wuffling with joy.
January 6th, 2009 at 5:44 am
We have the same love seat Miranda!! In the same color and everything!! Bear is happy , I’m happy.
January 6th, 2009 at 6:47 am
Wuffle! Happy Wuffle! There’s nothing like a good moose for companionship!
Love your new profile picture. It’s gorgeous!
January 6th, 2009 at 7:20 am
Too cute!! Great new photo too!
January 6th, 2009 at 7:32 am
Super fun photos of Bear and Bitty. I like how they had to work for their Moose reward. Very funny. Also, is that a whale that I saw in the photos? A moose and a whale reside in your house. I love it!
Just checked out the preview for Ink Heart…that looks good! Did you read the book?
-Francesca
January 6th, 2009 at 7:38 am
Did Bear & Bitty name their new friend yet? How about Wuffles?
bbq chicken and baked beans, Count me in!
Just curious…any preparations in sight for Ernie's pal, Rubber Duckie? January 13th is Rubber Duckie's Birthday! A party at the pond perhaps???
January 6th, 2009 at 7:53 am
way too cute..
You have such a gift with words.
January 6th, 2009 at 8:04 am
Hooray!! I’m so glad Bear found his moose
(wuffles happily)
January 6th, 2009 at 8:13 am
This is so funny!
My friend has a female chihuaua, and she likes to dress her up too.
January 6th, 2009 at 8:49 am
Hello Dear “Duckie”,
Marie told us that is what she calls you and I think it is so cute that I am adopting it too.
I have read…and reread…and reread this post to my little Austin. Each time I stop he says “Read it again”. He loves the pictures and wants one of your babies and the moose.
Darling post my creative and talented friend.
I am glad that my computer is well now and I can visit you again. Thanks so much for all the sweet comments you left me on my Christmas post. They made me smile to know that you were thinking of me. Happy New Year. (((hugs4u))) Grammy Lura
January 6th, 2009 at 9:03 am
Oh, I’m so glad Bitty and Bear found their moose. And what a nice moose too! I hope the three of them enjoy many afternoons frolicking in meadows, running through the grass and finding treasure troves of chew toys.
I hope you are having a great day!
XOXOXOX
Jen
January 6th, 2009 at 9:04 am
Well I’m certainly happy that he found his moose!
January 6th, 2009 at 9:07 am
very funny!
I have that same rug in my kid’s bathroom!
January 6th, 2009 at 9:13 am
What a cute story!! Love the little doggie crown too.
January 6th, 2009 at 9:16 am
heehee Glad your boys found their moose friend!!
January 6th, 2009 at 9:43 am
Glad Bear got his moose and no more wuffles. Love those two.
January 6th, 2009 at 10:04 am
Thanks heaven Santa brought a moose to two adorable pups. They must have been good.
January 6th, 2009 at 10:17 am
Congrats to Bear on finding that moose!
January 6th, 2009 at 11:18 am
LOL. We have that same duck bath mat in one of our bathrooms. Too funny. I’m glad Bear finally found a moose.
January 6th, 2009 at 11:20 am
I LOVED this post!!!
And the cute smile on Bear’s woofie face was to die for
January 6th, 2009 at 12:19 pm
Reading your blog makes me happy!
And I approve of the Dr. Pepper in your pantry too!
P.S. Not sure if I should respond here to your sweet inquiry the other day, but yes, I’d be honored if you added me your blog roll!
January 6th, 2009 at 12:26 pm
so cuteeee!! darling sorry for my absence but I was working and I know finally find a couple of mins to come to you and send you a big..no no enormous kisses!
have a fantastic year dear!Silvia
January 6th, 2009 at 12:27 pm
That is so adorable. Do they get into everything every day?
January 6th, 2009 at 1:27 pm
OOOhhhhh, what a nice moose. How could he say no to those faces, though!
January 6th, 2009 at 1:29 pm
They are so darn cute!
January 6th, 2009 at 2:23 pm
They are too freaking cute! I wish my puppy (9 year old 80lbs Golden) could live in my apartment with me! I have to leave him at home with my parents. Thanks for the happy! When you have time I’d love to hear about your Junior year!
January 6th, 2009 at 2:25 pm
Hey, you have a new profile photo! Very lovely.
I’m so pleased that Bear has found his Muse, oops, I mean Moose.
Please have mercy on me and post what Wade found in the envelope!
January 6th, 2009 at 3:10 pm
Oh my goodness they are so cute! Just found your blog via K, if you want an invite to mine just e-mail me at Mwk1331@gmail.com, can’t wait to keep reading!
January 6th, 2009 at 3:39 pm
I am so glad he got his moose, I was sad for a moment!!!
January 6th, 2009 at 3:50 pm
You always make me smile with your tales. This was lots of fun.
January 6th, 2009 at 4:00 pm
Oh my goodness! That is just too cute.
January 6th, 2009 at 4:12 pm
I’m so happy Bear found a Moose and they became friends. Great photos:)
Glad there weren’t any spiders dead or alive in Bens’s office, imagine the photo!
January 6th, 2009 at 4:24 pm
Aww sweet! It’s like a picture book now!
January 6th, 2009 at 4:45 pm
i’m so happy bitty and bear got their last christmas wish
i know how distressed roxie gets when she wants something she hasn’t received. it is truly trying on their little souls when someone doesn’t bend to their will. santa should be court marshalled 
January 6th, 2009 at 5:37 pm
Ducky, you are so funny. I love reading your blog. What a wonderful way to end my day, with a smile on my fae. Thanks sweetie.
January 6th, 2009 at 6:09 pm
How cute!! The Moose is as big as them!
January 6th, 2009 at 6:09 pm
you’re too stinking funny!
so glad the pups are happy!!
January 6th, 2009 at 6:10 pm
you’re too stinking funny!
so glad the pups are happy!!
January 6th, 2009 at 7:17 pm
oh dear, those are the cutest chihuahuas I have ever seen! and i’m so glad they found their moose. we all need friends, right?
January 6th, 2009 at 7:34 pm
Ahh, that definitely made me smile. So cute!!
January 6th, 2009 at 7:35 pm
I love a happy ending!!! I hope Moose brings many hours of pleasure and enjoyment.
January 6th, 2009 at 7:53 pm
Awwww I love a happy poochie ending!
January 6th, 2009 at 8:00 pm
Absolutely hysterical!
You had me on the edge of my seat waiting for the Moose to reveal himself!!! Love it!
January 6th, 2009 at 8:02 pm
Such cute dogies!!!! They look like they have so much personality. Thanks for stopping by my blog! I can’t wait to catch up and read yours!
January 6th, 2009 at 8:31 pm
The babies are so cute on their moose hunt!
January 6th, 2009 at 9:21 pm
I remember when all my pup wanted was a lobster!
So cute.
January 6th, 2009 at 9:33 pm
Cute. I love the pantry pic!
January 6th, 2009 at 11:31 pm
So glad that Bear found his Moose! I really enjoyed going on his quest with him! But then I always enjoy going on all your adventures. I haven’t forgotten I owe you an e-mail. I’ll try to get to it later today! Love you loads Duckie! You’re the best! XXOO
January 7th, 2009 at 12:02 am
These are some cuties! And nosy too:D
January 7th, 2009 at 5:35 am
Hi! Thanks for visiting my blog. I loved reading yours. Clearly, I have some reading and catching up to do to follow your stories. I need to go back to the beginning! I’ll be back! Have a great day with Bitty and Bear! oh, and the moose!
Suzanne
January 7th, 2009 at 9:21 am
do you have the patent on words such as “wuffle”? if not, you should look into that.
January 7th, 2009 at 1:52 pm
Oh, they are so flippin’ CUTE!!! Very cute story too. Hehe!
January 7th, 2009 at 1:55 pm
Awww….I’m so glad the Moose finally made it’s way into Bear’s life! Nothing like having a pouting puppy!! And their ever so sad eyes with batting lashes! Yea Santa!!
January 7th, 2009 at 5:17 pm
Aww… I’m glad that Bear got the Moose he always wanted!
Very cute!
January 7th, 2009 at 6:47 pm
Aww…they are so adorable!
January 8th, 2009 at 10:29 am
I think if there’s one story that I love even more than the cookie-stealing Bunny, it’s the doggies’ tale! That is one perfect moose…LOL!
January 8th, 2009 at 1:24 pm
I love your posts about Bitty and Bear – they kill me! I am so happy that Bear found his moose friend.