IT'S ABOUT TIME!!

I'm not just February

With winds that blow

All day, and piled-up snow;

I’m Washington and Lincoln, too,

Who kept our country’s flag for you!

I’m Valentine of airy grace—

With golden hearts and hearts of lace

And pretty cards that people send,

Quite as a secret, to a friend.

Though I am short of days and small,

I’m quite a big month, after all!

~ Annette Wynne

I have no excuses for this blog's lateness! However, I do have a reason: I knew I had a dog show coming up on February 19-22 and I wanted to be able to report on it, just in case Haven won the last major she needed to finish her Championship. The show was held at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison, WI. And, yes, it was really COLD there!!

The previous week and days before we left were taken up with training classes in Milan, IL (an hour and a half drive to and from), grooming and bathing Haven, and -- since this was our first show of the year -- taking stock of all the show equipment.

The show was fun! I was especially glad to see friends from WI and MN whom I had not seen since August and October. We all had good luck and each of us with the class dogs won majors, while those with Best of Breed exhibits took turns winning. A nice surprise: we were visited at ringside on Sunday by friends Lisa and Stacey who live in Madison and who own two Joyslyn's Lhasas, Lola (15) and Enzo.

Haven did win the last major points and can now be addressed as CH Joyslyn's Miss B. Haven. I was, and still am, thrilled. We had the show photographer take an official picture and if I like it, I will post it.

In the meantime, we took advantage of the selfie photo set-up, a black background with a gold and black throne. Her she is "in all her glory."

What is next for Haven? Well, since we have no puppies at this time to raise and train, I will continue to show Haven and try to get some Grand Championship points.

Puppy News

I wish I had better news and I thank those who are waiting for news of a litter. I have 3 breedings planned. The girls are due in season within the next two months.

In the meantime, here is a cutie for those of you who love to see Lhasa puppies.

Notes and Photos
Pam and Paul sent this picture of how Rusty handles the cold weather -- by hogging the heat register! Look at the satisfied expression! 

Sally wrote about her Lhasas and how they handle the many feet of snow in MI: "... just wanted to show you how happy Ginger is. Jaxon doesn't stay long but Ginger would be there all day if I let her. She should live in Tibet  They're on my deck that I can't even get shoveled so I got it down to the top railing so they can climb up."

 Stephanie wrote: "It’s hard to believe Auggie is 4 today!  He’s a happy fella. He’s my first boy dog and definitely the prissiest Lhasa I’ve had (he’s my 4th)!  He loves to be told how handsome he is…and he knows he’s a cutie pie!! He loves to cuddle when I sit down in the evenings and is a very loving pup. He “boops” my leg when he wants something and he’s usually wanting treats or a bite of whatever I’m eating. Ha! I am definitely blessed to share my home and life with him! And I’m so thankful to you for all you’ve done for this wonderful breed & for breeding this amazing little fella! Happy Birthday Auggie! With the help of AI, here is his birthday pic. He’s just the best!"

From Autumn (via Lynn): "Lynnie had more of my beautiful hair cut because it was taking her about 45 minutes to brush/comb through me every other day. I love grooming time but this did get to be a bit long for me.

My paws don’t look really good in these pics. But they look beautiful. Lynnie tells me every day that “today “… I’m Best in Show. She tells me what a good girl I am and you know what ? I am. Yesterday when I jumped up against her leg to get pieces of apple-treat, she kept saying no..get down. And then I got my treat. Today I never jumped up. I just patiently waited. And she was really happy with me. She thinks she changed my behavior. You know that it was I who made that decision HA! Once an Alpha always an Alpha. But really … I am such a good girl.
I always sleep in my crate when Lynnie leaves for a while. Otherwise I can choose my crate or my bed or “Big Bed” where Lynnie sleeps. Last night I got in big bed and headed directly for Lynnie’s pillow which was the perfect size fit for my entire body HA! HA!
I really love being an only child here… But I’ll always miss you….
Love, Autumn"

That's it for February!! Thanks to those who sent notes and photos and thanks to those who take time to visit this blog.

Joyce