The Old Cypress House

Today marks the beginning of another chapter in the life of a man I am proud to call my husband! His love and kindness have made a lasting impact on my life and I am honored to celebrate another year of love and adventures together. Love you, babe 💙

** update…I should have been more specific…our anniversary isn’t til late July….yesterday was Bruce’s birthday 🤦🏻‍♀️

Leo discovered a peaceful spot to escape the heat and humidity from yesterday 💙

Spring is in the air..trees are blossoming, flowers popping up everywhere, and I just gave the farm its first mowing of the year! I love our little part of the country!

WHY DOGS LIVE LESS YEARS THAN HUMANS…

Here's the surprising answer of a 6 year old child.
Being a veterinarian, I had been called to examine a ten-year-old Irish Wolfhound named Belker. The dog's owners, Ron, his wife Lisa, and their little boy Shane, were all very attached to Belker, and they were hoping for a miracle.
I examined Belker and found he was dying of cancer. I told the family we couldn't do anything for Belker, and offered to perform the euthanasia procedure for the old dog in their home.
As we made arrangements, Ron and Lisa told me they thought it would be good for six-year-old Shane to observe the procedure. They felt as though Shane might learn something from the experience.
The next day, I felt the familiar catch in my throat as Belker's family surrounded him. Shane seemed so calm, petting the old dog for the last time, that I wondered if he understood what was going on. Within a few minutes, Belker slipped peacefully away.
The little boy seemed to accept Belker’s transition without any difficulty or confusion. We sat together for a while after Belker's Death, wondering aloud about the sad fact that dogs' lives are shorter than human lives. Shane, who had been listening quietly, piped up, "I know why."
Startled, we all turned to him. What came out of his mouth next stunned me. I'd never heard a more comforting explanation. It has changed the way I try and live.
He said, "People are born so that they can learn how to live a good life — like loving everybody all the time and being nice, right?" The six-year-old continued,
"Well, dogs already know how to do that, so they don’t have to stay for as long as we do."
Live simply.
Love generously.
Care deeply.
Speak kindly.
Remember, if a dog was the teacher you would learn things like:
• When your loved ones come home, always run to greet them.
• Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride.
• Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure Ecstasy.
• Take naps.
• Stretch before rising.
• Run, romp, and play daily.
• Thrive on attention and let people touch you.
• Avoid biting when a simple growl will do.
• On warm days, stop to lie on your back on the grass.
• On hot days, drink lots of water and lie under a shady tree.
• When you're happy, dance around and wag your entire body.
• Delight in the simple joy of a long walk.
• Be faithful.
• Never pretend to be something you're not.
• If what you want lies buried, dig until you find it.
• When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by, and nuzzle them gently.
That's the secret of happiness that we can learn from a good dog. ❤️

Credits to Unknown Writer ✍️

We have puppies!!
Great Danes…They are gorgeous and so sweet! 🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾

🐾 Ramsey, Indiana 🐾

They will be ready in two weeks for their forever home 🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾
They are being wormed and vet checked every other week and will have their first set of shots!

First picture is of the parents!

6 females and 4 males. Please pm me for more information. 🐾🐾🐾🐾

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Im gonna just take a little nappy nap here on top of your new art project!

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Good morning, mom…I brought you a delicious breakfast….

Like…leave me alone. I’m getting up already! I was busy… all night long…exploring…ever hear of being tired? used to be Now softly close the door and leave me to my dreams. Thanks darling!

I discovered a whole new world on the other side of the fence…now they make me wear this new necklace called a tracker or something…

Chicken 1: “Lawwwd! Poor Loretta!
Chicken 3: “She looks good though… looks flavorful. Who did the body?”
Chicken 2: “Bernice did! You know the one who makes the good cornbread!”
Chicken 3: “Well. That’s good! As long as they didn’t let Sheryl do the body!”
Chicken 1: “Child! I told my children that when I go, to let anybody but Sheryl do me.”
Chicken 2: “I heard she don’t even season you when it’s your time to go… no Tony’s or Lawry's or nothing!”
Chicken 1: “That’s a damn shame!”
Chicken 3: “You know, when I go, I think I want to be fried...”
Chicken 2: “FRIED?!”
Chicken 3: “Yes. I hear that a nice way to go.”
Chicken 1: “You know they fried Earnest?!”
Chicken 2: “Lawd! Not Earnest… AIN’T NOBODY TELL ME NOTHING!”

High hopes for these little 6 week old babies!

Southern Roots Rabbit Show! Had an amazing weekend in Columbus, MS at the rabbit show. Thanks to everyone who had anything to do with the success of this show…especially Anita matthews, the amazing Katie Finch, and all the awesome judges… Faith Jones, Tara Parker, Wren Chalue, Scott Rodriquez, and Mike
**Granded JLGLEE - Sr broken doe French Lop

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Watch this reel by theoldcypresshouse on Instagram Colleen Mistretta shared a video on Instagram: “And that’s a wrap! What a weekend…thank you to everyone involved in making this a…” • See 891 photos and videos on their profile.

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In case you’re wondering, I’m still a little under the weather…I mean, can you blame me? ☹️