fridays with oscar
fridays with oscar has rolled around once again. and today’s post isn’t so much about my ootd as it is about owning a dog. although i’m wearing white denim with a gray striped sweatshirt, silver bangles and hoops. before my husband and i head out of the house for dinner or errands we always try to squeeze in a tiny walk for oscar. and from time-to-time, i’m even up for a few sprints which is what i included in today’s post. for those of you who own a pet, you understand they take up quite a bit of your time and money. there are vet bills and dietary concerns, treats to buy, and daily exercise. and when you head out-of-town they either come along with you (hotels are buggers these days about pets) or you find a great pet-sitter (when you find a good one hang on), or the traditional pet hotel (these have come a long way and can be quite luxurious nowadays). as you can see, owning a pet can be quite expensive. somewhat like raising children who need clothes, and orthodontics, and (gasp) college educations. but my father once advised me (this was a man who simultaneously held 3 jobs, attended college and started his own family) there’s never an ideal time to start your family so just go for it! and that’s how i feel about pets. go for it. because the benefits they bring to your life far exceed any financial drain they cause. just like my 3 kiddos who were each in braces (like their mother) for years…we won’t even go into our pediatrician bills. there is nothing quite like the unconditional love they bring to you. it’s pure, and it’s real, and it’s a daily reminder of what is truly important in this world.
oscar and i wish each of you a lovely weekend!
labels: denim c/o J.Jill; sweatshirt James Perse (similar here and here); belt J.Crew (similar here and here); shoes Stuart Weitzman (similar here and here)
I would rather spend my money on a dog and be enriched with unconditional love and companionship than spend my money on stuff and be stuck with a bunch of junk. Blessings to you and Oscar.
amen to that!
xoxo beth
Our fur babies give us so much more in return for the care we provide for them. xoxo
they do indeed, donna! they do indeed.
xoxo beth
Hi Beth and Oscar! Love this blue on you!!! Totally agree with you on pets! I love mine so much! You look gorgeous lady!!!! xoxo
Good Morning Beth!
Just love your beautiful dog! We have a big standard dachshund named “Tank” and he is deeply loved. He was the biggest and fattest puppy in the liter, thus the name Tank. He is five now, and yes it is just like you said,… time, effort, and money mixed with a lot of responsibility. We are empty nesters so our Tank fills that big gap of being across country from our children and grandchildren as well as giving us back that feeling of being a little family. His presence is priceless! We feel so blessed to have this little treasure of God for as long as that may be.
Buy or rescue a dog, it is good for the soul!
Have a great day! Judith Presgrove
comments like this just fill my heart with joy! love is a priceless treasure as you so wisely stated. thank you!
xoxo beth
Hope you and Oscar have a fabulous weekend!!
back at ya, kim!
xoxo beth
Oscar is beautiful and so are you!
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oscar is simply the best, nikki!
xoxo beth
And the more time love and attention you bestow upon them the more their unique personalities come out. Oscar looks as if he adores you!
hi jude!
children and animals thrive with love. but don’t we all? and oscar is definitely full of love. but don’t tell that to the deer that passes by his backyard…
xoxo beth
New reader here and so enjoy your nice blog! The posts with Oscar are definitely my favorites! He is gorgeous. Love your hair-cut too! Cute outfit today, love it and appreciate all the fashion tips and the ways to make new outfits. I blog from beautiful Charleston, S.C…..drop in soon!
hi debbi! thanks for swinging by the blog. charleston, s.c. is on our visit list! i’ve heard nothing but great things about it. what is the name of your blog? i’d love to check it out!
xoxo beth
Hi Beth..great to hear back from you… I blog @ http://www.debbisfrontporch.blogspot.com. i have 2 big dogs too and they bring so much joy to our life!
I couldn’t agree more about pets.
Hi!
I am a new reader. What fun to see clothing that I could wear featured. I am guilty of the 20 percent of the closet being worn 80 percent of the time. A favorite vest and top was my 20 percent this winter.
My closet and needs are much different than yours. Here in the middle of Iowa dressing up happens less and less. I seldom wear a skirt or dress. I own one pair of real heels that get worn about twice a year – weddings mostly. The only hat that looks halfway good on me is a baseball style. which is my go to wear at a windy soccer match. The most expensive handbag I own is a Coach bought on sale. I was once in Hermes in Paris and could not decide on a scarf so left empty handed. (I still regret that.)
Thus you see there is not a lot we have in common but despite all that I am drawing inspiration and incentive from your fashions.
Oscar is a lovely dog. Our first and best dog was an Elk Hound and German Shepard mix.
SF is such a charming city. When our son and family lived in CA we flew into and spent time there. Miss that part of their living away from the Midwest.
Best to You!
Oscar is awesome and I look forward to Friday posts. My husband is always fussing about shopping for myself. However, when I buy shirts or accessories for our fur babies , not one word.