New Year's Eve

Dear world,
Well it is now New Year's Eve. So that meant out came the party hats. I suggested a New Year's Eve pizza. Mom said no. So I told mini-me (that is what I call Annie) to follow my lead and look really sad. Rosy wanted tuna, so she didn't join in the pizza protest. I wonder if Mom will give in.

Love always,

Bear

Meal time

Dear world,
Meal time is quite different around our house lately. Now that Annie is our new sis, we are three dogs. And with Bunnybell staying with us for a bit, that totals 4 dogs. That means 8 eyes staring up at Mom. That makes her a bit flustered. But I help talk Mom through it and remind her to breathe to help her relax.

Love always,

Bear

Follow me Annie!

Dear world,

Annie went off leash at the beach the first time yesterday. I told her to follow me. She was a bit curious, and not that interested in the ball (she will learn). So then she started running in front of me and I called her to stop. She stopped and lifted her ear to hear what to do next . She is such a good sis.

Love always,

Bear

Holiday picture

Dear world,
Of course we had to take a holiday picture in front of the tree. I wore a festive bandana, Rosy wore her fave dress again, Bunnybell wore her jingle collar. And Annie got her first experience of dress up. Mom put a big red bow on her. I have to admit, she looked totally adorable, but I don't want to encourage Mom.

Love always,

Bear

A Wish come True

Dear world.

Remember I asked Santa in my dream to please find all dogs and cats forever homes? Well he sent one to my house! This is Annie, my new sister! Mom saw her on Facebook and went to the Orange County Shelter with Dad to get her. She is 10 years old like me. She's a really sweet Cocker Spaniel. We all get along OK. I just need to continue to remind her that she has to share Mom with me and Rosy. Oh yah. I haven't warned her about the costumes yet.

Merry Christmas to all.

Love always,

Bear

Christmas eve

Dear world,

Last night I had a wonderful dream. Rosy and I met Santa in this magical wonderland. I asked Santa if he could please find all dogs and cats in need a loving forever home. I told Santa if that is too much to ask to get done by Christmas, if he could just keep all the animals safe while they wait to go home. I really hope this dream comes true.

Love always,

Bear

Very Merry Beach

Dear world,

Mom told us to dress in the holiday spirit of Christmas today at the beach.  So. Rosy wore her adorable Mrs. Claus dress and hat. And I got to wear the hat that I reminds me of Dr. Seus, one of my fave authors ! I wonder what my Dr. Seus character would be called? The Bear in the Hat?

Love always,

Bear

Tree Dogs

Dear world,
Mom and Rosy were so excited to find a Christmas tree outfit for Rosy. But I was afraid what was going to come next. I was right. Mom found my Xmas tree costume from last year and out came the camera. I guess I should be grateful that she didn't attempt to string any lights.
Love always,
Bear

Pajamas

Dear world,

Mom likes Rosy to wear pajamas at night when it is cold. Rosy seems to like it. Then the other day, Mom was unpacking a bunch of boxes, and said, "Bear, Rosy, come look!". And there they were, matching pajamas. And just my luck, it was cold that night. And of course, Mom had to take picture in the morning. How embarrassing.

Love always,

Bear

Perfect presents

Dear world,

I thought I found the most perfect presents for my Mom and Dad. For Dad, he loves breakfast, so  first there was Bathe & Brew - a coffee maker in the shower! And then Dream Griddle Alarm Clock that has your breakfast ready when you wake up! For Mom, I would get myself Pet Sweep boots so I can help make sure the floors are clean. And a Pet Petter to use when Bunnybell is over to give Mom an extra petting hand.  Then Rosy pointed out that these were PrankPacks, not real products. Major bummer.

Love always,

Bear

My video debut !

Dear world,

A few weeks ago, I shot my first commercial video! I had 4 dog costars and there were 5 main human stars including my sis Sydne. My main part was to be with Devon. I let her rest her legs on me and she gave me water from a champagne glass. Rosy got to lay out on the chaise with Shauna and play princess. Bunnybell was with Sydne and of course she had the eating part. You may wonder how I was paid. Well, I didn't sign a contract but I am hoping Sydne recognizes our hard work by ordering us pizza when she visits soon. I think that is fair. I work for pizza.

You can see the video here! http://www.sydnestyle.com/2012/12/video-sole-sparkle-with-sole-society/

Love always,

Bear

Very Tall Hats

Dear world,
Mom was so excited to do the photoshoot with the newly purchased very tall striped Santa hats. I thought the hats were rather silly, but I figured if I just stood still.it would be over soon and Mom would be happy. . However, Rosy's and Bunnybell's hats were way too big which caused them to keep falling and bonking me on my head. Everyone was laughing. I was not amused.

Love always,

Bear

Tree shopping

Dear world,
Yesterday I was so excited to go tree shopping with Mom and Dad. When we arrived Mom told me that I was not allowed to pee on any of the trees. I soon found the perfect tree to buy (it smelled the yummiest). But we had to look more even though I was really tired. Then after looking at every tree on the lot, we ended up buying my tree. Then on the drive home I couldnt even lay down and nap because I had to share my space with the tree. Next year I will pass on the Christmas tree shopping.

Love always,

Bear

Hollywood Tour: Are they real ?

Dear world,

As my last stop on my Hollywood tour, I got to see famous celebrities. Marilyn Monroe, Shrek and John Travolta. I wanted to get their autograph and then Mom told me they are not real. They are from Madame Toussauds Wax museum . Weird ! They look real. Then I wondered, if I just stood still, would people think I am a wax AirBud? 

Love always,

Bear 



Hollywood Tour: Hollywood & Highland

Dear world,
As part of my tour, I got to go to the Hollywood & Highland Center. The first thing I had to do was go to the Dolby Theatre where they have the Academy Awards. We imagined climbing the stairs in anticipation of an Oscar. After we went into the main courtyard modeled after the Babylon set from the silent epic "Intolerance". We then sat on the casting couch for a while hoping to be discovered. Off the couch now, but still hoping.

Love always,

Bear

Hollywood Tour: Walk of Fame

Dear world,

On my tour, I got to stroll on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. You get to walk on all these big pink stars, each with a name of someone in the entertainment industry. There are nearly 2500 ! At the western gateway, is a stainless steel gazebo called "The Four Ladies of Hollywood - (a tribute to the diversity of women in Hollywood, with actresses Dorothy Dandridge, Anna May Wong, Dolores Del Rio, and Mae West.) The only thing that disappointed me about the Walk of Fame is that only three dogs have a star (Strongheart, RinTinTin and Lassie). What about ScoobyDoo?

Love always,

Bear

Hollywood Tour: Grauman's Chinese Theater

Dear world,
I went up to Los Angeles this past weekend and decided to do a Hollywood tour. So first stop, the famous Grauman's Chinese Theater. In front of the theater is the Forecourt to the Stars where all the celebrities do their signatures and handprints. I liked Clint Eastwood's - it made my my day. And then I made some tourists day by letting them take pictures with me when they asked. I felt like such a star.

Love always,

Bear

Lincoln

Dear world,
The other day Mom and Dad went to the movies and saw Lincoln , the new Steven Spielberg film. I asked what it was about. They said the it was the story of the how President Lincoln worked to get the 13th Amendment of the US Constitution passed that abolished slavery in 1865. That got me to thinking ... I wish I could be like Abe Lincoln. I would want to be a loved, great leader and push through an Animal Bill of Rights as the next amendments to the US Constitution. Well, I got the loved part, that's a start.

Love always,

Bear

Puppacinos

Dear world,
The other day we went to Starbucks with Mom and Dad and we had our first puppacinos. OMD! It was so delicious, I finished it immediately. Rosy on the other hand watched me finish and then savored hers slowly. It was killing me. I thought if I looked sad and adorable, maybe I would get some more. Mom and Dad said no. Bummer. Wouldn't you have let me have another?

Love always,

Bear

Snowgirls

Dear world,
When Bunnybell was visiting, Mom wanted to do a photoshoot with our new snowmen hats. I really thought it would be cuter for just Rosy and Bunnybell to wear the hats and it be a snowgirls photoshoot. Besides, I thought my hat was really dumb. I tried to hide behind Bunnybell, but Mom's camera always knows how to find me.

Love always,

Bear

Beach Cliff Nap

Dear world,

The other day we went for a nice long walk.  We ended up at one of my favorite spots on the cliffs overlooking the beach. While everyone just sat and chatted on a bench, I decided it was a perfect time for a nap. I dreamt about beach pizza. I woke up rested, but pizzaless.

Love always,

Bear

Parlez-vous Francais ?

Dear world,

The other day at the beach I met a French Bulldog. Every time I came out of the water, he came running over to me and barking. I tried asking him what he wanted but I couldn't understand his answer. So Rosy being a French poodle told me to bark at him  "je ne parle pas Francais. (I'm glad that meant I dont speak French!)

Love always,

Bear

Eyebrows

Dear world,

The other day Mom came home with this package of Mega Brows. It was just like when she came home with the mustaches. But I was very interested in these since I dont really have any eyebrows. So I tried them on. I think the Scotsman looks pretty good, which do you like?

Love always,

Bear

Get Well Cupcakes

Dear world,
My sis Sydne and niece Bunnybell ended up spending Thanksgiving weekend with us. They were supposed to be away, but Bunnybell got attacked by a dog on Wednesday. So plans changed. As you can see, Bunnybell is doing OK now. We got her Get Well cupcakes and she shared them with me. (Rosy won't eat cupcakes, she thinks they are too fattening). Anyway, I love Bunnybell very much. I am so thankful that she is OK. She is very thankful that she gets to recuperate at our house where her Grandbunnies give her lots of special treats!

Love always,

Bear

Surf & Turf

Dear world,
My family has an unusual Thanksgiving dinner tradition. Just like last year, the day before Thanksgiving.a big box from Joe's Stone Crabs arrived. I thought it was very creative of Dad to add steak this year. So it ended up being Surf and Turf. I am going to suggest next year we get even more creative and add Pizza.

Love always,

Bear

Eat Pizza, not Turkey

Dear world,
Its Thanksgiving time and I have a lot to be thankful for. I was rescued into the best family ever. I get to go to the ocean every other day to swim and have a never ending supply of tennis balls. I even get to have pizza sometimes, my fave food. But being thankful for food got me to thinking about the poor turkeys on Thanksgiving. So I decided I should show my support. Eat pizza, not turkey.

Love always,

Bear

Upside Down Clouds

Dear world,
The other day on my walk I looked over at the water and saw something very interesting..... upside down clouds. It got me to thinking... what if the whole world turned upside down now? Would I be upside down or right side up? Would the grass be on top of me or beneath me? Would I jump in the air for my ball or lie on my back? Hmmm. This is way too philosophical. I think I will go inside and take a nap.

Love always,

Bear

Pre-holiday evening

 Dear world,

The other day we went to a pre-holiday evening event at Muttropolis, a cool local pet store. When they saw Rosy arrive, they decided they wanted her to be a model for some new holiday clothes. She tried on some nice sweaters, but then out came the fancy dress. Rosy wanted to wear it forever. I was more interested in trying the crown roast treats.

Love always,

Bear

Top Models

Dear world,
The last time Bunnybell visited us, she and Rosy discussed potential modeling careers. I told them they would need to practice their poses. So first I showed them how and then I called the poses. They did pretty well together. Maybe they could enter America's Next Top Synchronized Models ?

Love always,

Bear

Look ?

Dear world,

On my walk the other day I came across a curious sign. It said "look" but I was not sure which way since it said both ways. I think I can manage to make both eyes look at my nose, but I don't think I can make each eye look in opposite directions at the same time. Can you?

Love always,

Bear

Siri

Dear world,
I asked Mom why she talks to her iPhone sometimes. She told me there is this lady called Siri in the phone that does stuff for her that she needs. That got me to thinking. Do you think Siri would get me a pizza?

Love always,

Bear

Walking Cast

Dear world,
Mom came home the other day with a walking cast on her foot. Rosy didnt know what it was and was horrified at how unfashionable Mom's shoe was. I whispered to her and told her it was a cast with a medical shoe over it. So she looked up and told Mom what a beautiful new shoe she had, but asked where the matching one was. Oh well, I tried.

Love always,

Bear

Rosy's Gotcha Day

Dear world,

Yesterday was Rosy's Gotcha Day. It has been 2 years since we were lucky enough to have found her. So we celebrated with her choice of day - Shopping and Smashburger . Of course, she wanted to wear one of her birthday presents -- her very own poodle skirt dress ! I loved the Smashburger part, the shopping not so much. And in the evening she had her princess party. Typical girl, she had to change outfits. And out came the tiara.

Love always,

Bear

Presidential Choice

Dear world,
All this election talk got me to thinking....would I rather be Bearomney or Obearma.  I still cant make up my mind since neither candidate has addressed any dog issues. But if I were President BearBear, my primary platform would be no more homeless pets, All kill shelters would be banned, and animal cruetly would be a federal offense. Since I don't have a wife, I would appoint Rosy as First Lady. And I would move the White House to the beach.

Love always,

Bear

Beach Wedding

Dear world,

The other day on my walk I saw a bride and a groom on the beach. That got me to thinking ... where would I get married ? Well I would want to be married at the beach too after all it is my fave place. But instead of rings, I  would want to exchange tennis balls while swimming in the ocean. And of course I would have a pizza party for the reception. But I don't think I would ever get married. I couldn't love anyone more than I love my Mom.

Love always,

Bear

Halloween choice

Dear world,
Well now it is time to decide what I should wear for Halloween. I just can't make up my mind so I need your help. I picked out my 3 solo faves.So which do you like best of solo?

• Banana Bear
• Boxer Bear
• Popcorn Bear

But then I also need to have a costume just in case Mom wants to do a brother sister thing with Rosy. so which do you like for a duo?

• Bacon & Egg
• Hot Dogs

And you don't have to consider functionality. I will deal with that somehow.

Love always,

Bear

Rooster Bear

Dear world,

I thought it would be interesting to have a costume where I am disguised so no one can see my face. Most masks are too short for me since I have such a long nose. Then I found a rooster mask which seemed to work well. I thought no one would recognize me. So I barked "Cock-a-Doodle-Do". Then someone walked by and said "Hi Bear!", I guess it is the tennis ball that gives me away.  

Love always,

Bear

Hot Dogs

Dear world.

Rosy asked me what is with these food costumes? There has been Popcorn, Bacon & Egg , then Banana and now Hot Dogs? I thought about it and told her that Mom was probably hungry when she went looking for costumes.

Love always,

Bear

Bear The Boxer

Dear world,

The other day at the beach I played with a Boxer. It got me to thinking. What must it be like to be a Boxer? Well, I guess I was thinking out loud. Cause the next thing I know, a package arrived to help answer my question. And that is when I became Bear the Boxer.

Love always,

Bear

Fairy Princesses

Dear world,

When Bunnybell comes to visit, Rosy likes to play dress up. Last time it was fancy hats. This time Rosy wanted to be fairy princesses. Rosy told me they were going to go outside to fly with their fairy wings. I told her she cant fly. She said that it is her fairy tale and she can do whatever her imagination wants to do. So I said fine. Please fly over to Dominoes and bring home some pizza.

Love always,

Bear

Hulk Bear

Dear world.
The other day Mom came home with a Hulk hat for me. It got me to thinking what it must be like to transform into the Incredible Hulk. But thinking about it, I don't really have any rage in me, so I wouldn't make a good Hulk. I think in terms of Avengers, I make a better Captain America and Thor. However, I still haven't tried Ironman.

Love always,

Bear

Hamburger Helper

Dear world,
Whenever Dad starts up the grill, I always imagine how maybe one day maybe I could be the grillmaster. But in the meantime, I can just be a helper. So I guess that makes me a Hamburger Helper.

Love always,

Bear