Argentinian Dog Saves Newborn

 

A newborn baby was recently abandoned in Argentina.  But thanks to a dog, she was saved.  She was a mom herself; she had already given birth to her own babes (puppies).  Clearly this dog knew the baby was in trouble so she brought her over to her bed and took care of her like she did with her own puppies.  Thereafter, the baby’s cries were heard by a neighbor who alerted authorities. Police rescued the newborn baby boy and said it was because of the dog that he was still alive – the dog who had shielded, protected and kept him warm.  Thankfully, the baby boy did not suffer any major health problems.

Shoemark Says ‘I Do’

After Many Proposals, It’s Shoemark Who’s Surprised

He kept asking for her hand in marriage.  It wasn’t exactly like Cherie Butler was refusing to  wed David Shoemark, she just wasn’t ready when he was asking and thus kept replying, “one day.”  Perhaps it was because she wanted to be the one in charge.  And that’s exactly what she did.  Butler got a group of about 40 friends and family to join up at Pollard Park, Blenheim, and witness their wedding…the wedding Shoemark had no idea was happening until he arrived on the scene, expecting to partake in a family picnic.

Shoemark began to get somewhat suspicious that something other than a simple picnic in the park was going on when he saw some people photographing him and a few people who was not expecting to be at the small family picnic.

The marriage ceremony took place at the park’s rhododendron garden.  Guest Jenny Andrews officiated and the other officials were one bridesmaid and a best man.  Following the ceremony, a wedding reception was held at the Blenheim Bowling Club.

So Cherie Butler is now Mrs. Cherie Shoemark.  And David Shoemark is delighted!

Princess Cheats Death

Living Like a “Princess”

A dog in Hamden nearly died, having endured a stabbing back in May.  But now it seems the dog is having the life it deserves.  One-year-old Princess, a Staffordshire terrier, was taken in by Diane Pearce a fortnight ago, in Hamden, having started her life in New Haven with Alexander Bernard who clearly wasn’t the right match for the young pooch.  Indeed, in a recent news article, Bernard admitted to police that he had been stabbing his dog “a lot, all over,” as he had been bothered by her from other people, in addition to the fact that he was dealing with various familial issues.

Wells to Rescue

But North Haven Animal Hospital veterinarian Dr. James Wells came to Princess’ rescue following the dog’s latest attack from the owner’s “friend.”  She had endured a staggering 29 stab wounds and  needed to spend more than three months at the animal hospital, from where she was sent to North Haven Animal Shelter.  Christopher Smith of Animal Control Officer, chose Diane Pearce to be Princess’ new owner.  She is thrilled and brought the dog home shortly after her own Staffordshire terrier, Lucy, passed away from breast cancer.

Princess Leads Parade

Princess is very happy and living the life a true “princess” deserves as she leads the pack as the grand marshal at the Paws on Parade Halloween Costume Pet Parade sponsored by Hamden Happy Tails and Joiya Day Spa donned in a tiara with her pink leash and collar “because,” as Pearce recognizes, “she is a princess.”

Finally after all she has been through, it is clear that Princess will be living the life of a true Princess.

 

Shevell to Love, Love, McCartney Do

 

It’s not like he’s had an easy run of things in the love department, our former Beatles star.  Despite his great financial wealth, one could justifiably feel very sorry for Paul McCartney in the love department.  First, the love of his life for many years, his true soul-mate Linda, dies.  Then he marries someone else, it doesn’t work out and she tries to take all his money.  One couldn’t exactly blame the guy if he gave up trying to find love.  But clearly that’s not McCartney’s style and it seems – “with a little help from his friends” – he may just “get by.”  Let’s hope.

Third Time’s a Charm

The 69-year old McCartney, just got married for the third time.   This time it’s unlikely he’s going to have a money issue as American Nancy Shevell is a millionaire heiress in her own right.  And McCartney showed his appreciation and adoration for his new bride when he sang a song he wrote especially for her in the reception they hosted in a marquee at his house.  The newly-wed couple enjoyed a lovely dance together and according to reports from a news article.  The song he sang for her was a delightful, romantic song which was very appropriate for the beautiful event.

As McCartney learned from his last marriage, money “can’t buy [me] love,” so all hopes are that he’ll always “want to hold [Shevell’s] hand.”

 

‘I Do’ 100 Times!

One couple broke the record of how many times they can exchange vows.  They just said ‘I do’ for the 100th time in Hawaii at the Hard Rock Café, in Honolulu.  David and Lauren Blair first met in 1982 and it was love at first site.  The couple – from Tennessee – dated for just three months before David’s proposal but was rejected on his first attempt!  Soon after she did accept and the couple were wed two years later in Topanga Canyon, CA.

But apparently, getting wed once just wasn’t enough.  Today – Lauren aged 60 and David aged 58 – have broken the record of renewing their vows 99 times.  What’s even more unique about this couple is that each vow renewal was in a different location. 

So why did they feel the need to do this? Just to break a record?  Apparently  not.  According to the article that reported on this in Guinness World Records, Lauren explained, “we were both in long term relationships in the past that didn't work out.  We knew we were meant for each other and wanted to continually share that vow experience.  I love to look into David's eyes as he is repeating his vows.  I know that this man will love me until the day I die.  Of course, David will tell you that he does it for the honeymoons!”