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Sunday, 9 October 2011

apache...by request....


That little puppy Apache has all but grown up...all 97 mastiff kilos of him....They say the camera doesn't lie....Yes it does....he looks positively petite in this shot compared to his true size...

He is big, he is beautiful and he is gentle with  'a face that only a mother could love'.... but love him we do...

Autumn has arrived in my corner of the world....the leaves are falling and scattering, that glorious evening light is over far too early and the nights are cooler....The blankets are coming out and I have smelt my first wood fire of the season...

Happy, leafy autumn days......Enjoy them while they last....xv

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41 comments:

  1. Life love, clutter and other beautiful things.8 October 2011 at 07:24

    lol such a cute image!!! what an adorable furkid xox

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  2. debi8 October 2011 at 07:28

    Oh, he's absolutely adorable!

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  3. Molly8 October 2011 at 08:08

    He looks lovely! Maybe he would like to meet up with Molly and Ralph for a walk in the Alpilles or do a guest spot on Molly's blog sometime!

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  4. Jacqueline @ HOME8 October 2011 at 08:46

    Oh Vicki,
    What a wonderful photograph of your adorable Apache. He looks such a softy !
    Autumn has arrived in London as well and, after temperatures of 29C last weekend, it has dropped dramatically to 13C !! My favourite season, probably because our son and daughter-in-law got married in October 2008, and it holds such special memories.
    Enjoy open fires and candlelit dinners Vicki. XXXX

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  5. parisbreakfasts8 October 2011 at 09:40

    adorable Apache!
    what a name to live up to.
    I would like to rest my chin in an infinity pool..

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  6. Sarah B8 October 2011 at 09:41

    What a beautiful big boy. He looks really cuddly but I bet there wouldn't be much room on the bed if he jumped up. My Molly takes up the bed and pushes us out and she weighs only a bit over 30 kgs. He is gorgeous though :)

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  7. Heirloom treasures8 October 2011 at 09:45

    He is so beautifully cute,although I bet he gets into a lot of mischief too. xx

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  8. Castles Crowns and Cottages8 October 2011 at 12:34

    Darling Vicki,

    I CAN ONLY GUESS HOW BIG THIS GUY IS, and I love big dogs. He is darling and I bet he is a big LOVE-BUG!!!

    Thank you for visiting. Oh, how I would love to COURRIR DANS LES FEUILLES MAINTENANT.....enjoy.

    Anita

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  9. Grammy Goodwill8 October 2011 at 13:10

    Awww - great picture.

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  10. Heather Robinson8 October 2011 at 14:22

    I am most certainly a big dog person because, as I have heard tell "the bigger the dog, the bigger the heart"! I am curious if you prounounce his name in English (ah-patch-ee) or in French (uh-patch)?

    Isn't this weather glorious? I am wearing cashmere! Whoohoo!

    Bon WE!

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  11. Francine Gardner8 October 2011 at 14:38

    I am back to enjoy the last warm days of the season. I did miss my "4 legged babies" as I call them while in Africa. Smile could not stop 'smiling" when she first heard our voice. Indeed, her name is Smile. We cannot help but love them, can we?

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  12. Greet Lefèvre8 October 2011 at 14:56

    Oh my Vick! Apache is beautiful!! I am sure you love him so much!
    Happy fall weekend!
    xx
    Greet

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  13. Green Hydrangea Lover8 October 2011 at 15:21

    He looks way too innocent laying there. In about a second he will be in that puddle of water. I love dogs and the looks they give us.

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  14. Splenderosa8 October 2011 at 15:23

    Oh, Vicki, isn't he too funny, laying in the water? And, oh my gosh, how he's grown!! Like teenage boys. Yes, it's Fall...and just so pretty now, even in Texas. It's giving the animals some respite, thankfully. xx's

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  15. Karena8 October 2011 at 15:25

    Vicki, Apache is such a great dog, our pets mean so much to us. I no linger have dogs, my Himalayan Miss Belle is a doll though!

    Thanks so much for visiting me! Have a great weekend,

    xoxo
    Karena
    Art by Karena

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  16. MJH Design Arts8 October 2011 at 16:05

    Hi Vicki, He is one gorgeous guy!! I've been wondering how he was doing and growing. There is nothing like a big loving dog; perhaps a slightly smaller big loving dog (ie., Jones). Be well and enjoy the season. I actually put a blanket on my bed last week here in sunny Southern California. Blessings. Mary

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  17. A Gift Wrapped Life8 October 2011 at 18:54

    So great to see Apache as the star of your post today Vicki..........He is wonderful! Too bad Daisy and Apache can't go play together. I am sure he would be great company, give him a couple kisses from me and Daisy. Much love XO

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  18. peggy braswell8 October 2011 at 18:58

    sooo sweet + sooo large, makes me want to wrap my arms around that doggie. xxpeggybraswelldesign.com

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  19. Notes From ABroad8 October 2011 at 19:01

    I don't know, I am not his mother and I love that face too !
    We had a neighbor when I lived in California ... he had a Great Dane and a Mastiff. That Mastiff ruled the house ... actually, he ruled the neighborhood .. great dogs !

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  20. RealBeauty8 October 2011 at 20:30

    I always love your photos of Apache! He is just too cute!!
    http://realbeauty-realbeauty.blogspot.com/

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  21. Vue at Jindivick8 October 2011 at 21:39

    He must get so many admiring ohhs and arrhs when you take him into the village. The love dogs in St. Remy. Only been back from hols a week and this photo reminded me of the many pooches in the town. you must love him to bits.
    Cheers
    Anita

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  22. Anonymous8 October 2011 at 22:20

    Oh your 'little' dog is gorgeous.
    We have just finished winter her in Australia and I have to say I'm jealous of the countries that are just about to enter the cooler months. I know I must be the only person who prefers the cooler seasons to the warm ones.x

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  23. 24 Corners8 October 2011 at 22:59

    What a big love!! He's so handsome...I'd love to see our little Miss. Ginger sitting next to him (she's a Doxie), it would be an interesting sight to say the least!
    Please give Apache a scratch from us...thanks for showing him off.
    xo J~

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  24. annechovie9 October 2011 at 00:34

    If Apache is not the picture of passive contentment, then I don't know what is! Great photo, Vicki. xo

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  25. Tracy F.9 October 2011 at 01:27

    What a precious creature!

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  26. Millie9 October 2011 at 01:29

    Puppy Lulu is desperate for a puppy play date with Apache. At 8.2 kilos, that will give them a combined puppy weight of 105.2 kgs. Being greeted at the front gate by this duo would give any would-be French house breaker second thoughts. Although in Lulu's case she would lick them into retreat! Apache needs his own TV series, he's a star.
    Millie xx

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  27. Shell Sherree9 October 2011 at 02:55

    His weight is astounding ~ are you sure you didn't have your finger on the scales, Vicki??? Oh, he is magnificent. Please give him a big hug for me.

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  28. helen tilston9 October 2011 at 04:45

    Hi Vicki
    Apache has the look of a well loved and cared for dog. I think he also manages to get his own way, he has those charming French eyes!! So far beautiful and sunny and no fires yet.
    Have a wonderful weekend and thank you for stopping by
    Helen xx

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  29. Blue Muse9 October 2011 at 05:48

    That is such a funny picture, Vicki. He is gorgeous. My son says that dogs are "happiness on four legs'. It is so true!
    Enjoy your Autumnal weekend!
    xo isa

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  30. Kerri Winder Designs9 October 2011 at 06:19

    Ahhh Apache looks sooooooo cute. I had a mastiff who sadly had to be put to sleep a few months ago. Herbie was the kindest most gorgeous dog in the world and I miss him every day... I look forward to seeing more of Apache in the future x

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  31. debra@dustjacket9 October 2011 at 06:37

    He is just adorable Vicki, I love him. I thought my Ridgeback was big, she is about 35 kilos, nothing compared to Apache!
    xxx

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  32. Andrea Reh9 October 2011 at 08:09

    What a gorgeous picture!

    Andrea x

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  33. Trish Murphy9 October 2011 at 10:34

    Apache is just adorable a great picture.
    We have an eleven and a half year old King Charles Cavalier Tess and she is such a joy to have around.It is amazing how devoted they become to you. I always feel sad getting the blankets out and seeing the evenings draw in thank goodness it is Spring here.

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  34. Tish Jett9 October 2011 at 14:22

    Awwwww, Vicki, I'm in love. . . But I won't tell me girls.

    xoxo,
    Tish

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  35. Renée Finberg9 October 2011 at 14:36

    he is delicious!

    xx

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  36. Andi9 October 2011 at 20:28

    Adorable, wow if has grown big fast!

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  37. Carol10 October 2011 at 03:32

    Vicki, he is a beautiful boy. l'm sure he has the most loving, gentle nature

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  38. Palomasea10 October 2011 at 04:44

    Chere Vicki,

    Merci beaucoup pour votre visite! I really appreciate your comment, and I thank you for stopping by!
    I am a great admirer of your beautiful blog, your books...and now your ADORABLE dog!! Love him :)

    Merci et
    Bonne Journee,
    - Irina

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  39. Elizabeth10 October 2011 at 15:05

    He's gorgeous! What a wonderful picture - and I bet he gives great hugs! Thanks for the update. He's grown into quite a magnificent beast!

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  40. for the love of a house10 October 2011 at 18:36

    too, too precious!!

    joan

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  41. BestofDesign11 October 2011 at 17:39

    He is really beautiful! Love the way he is resting his head in the fountain! We have two Newfs---very similar demeanor---BIG babies, both! xo

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