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Lizzie and Paden of New Jersey

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Pembrokes Lizzie and Paden live in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, where they lavish lots of Corgi-tude on their Dads Chris and Justin.
We are family … I got all my Corgis and me!
“We adopted Lizzie in April 2008” writes Justin. “She’s definitely the queen of her hive, and treats both Chris, myself, and our other Corgi Paden as her subordinates. She hates having her picture taken, which is usually why she has such a dour look on her face!”
“Lizzie, who’s nine, has most personality of any dog I’ve ever met. She has one floppy ear that normally lays down, which adds amazing personality to her expressions (as if she needed the help :).”
“She’s extremely athletic and likes nothing more than to play tug-of-war with her rope bone. We egg her on by yelling “sausage! sausage!” — not sure why, but that kicks her into overdrive.”
“Go ahead, fire me … I’ll be back!”
“My husband Chris used to work from home, and we’d joke that Lizzie was his assistant, but would get fired every day for poor performance (and then rehired the next morning).”
Laying down on the job.  Again.
Boss Dad’s a soft touch …
… after all, there’s no resisting THIS …
… or this …
… and certainly not these “flat tires”!
Lizzie has powers of invisibility …
… but there’s no hiding from a Dad with a camera!
“We keep buying Lizzie clothes and costumes because we get such a kick out of it.”
Lizzie is somewhat less enthusiastic.
The Christmas sweater. 
(Oh, the things Corgis put up with for love!)
“For Christmas last year, I commissioned an artist to paint Lizzie and her floppy ear into a painting of a goose in a bathtub for Chris (long story!) He was overjoyed by such a personal gift and it hangs in our dining room.”
A roll on the beach is good …
… but taking over the sofa is even better.
“Lizzie has a tender side and an alter ego we call Nurse Cherry Jones.”
“Chris has struggled with serious health issues in recent times, and Lizzie can tell whenever he’s feeling well.  She administers her TLC as only a Corgi Nurse can.”
She looks after the both of us.  Corgis are good medicine!
“Eight year-old Paden joined our family in October 2010, when we adopted him from a rescue in West Virginia.”
“Paden is an AKC certified champion lineage purebreed. He wants nothing more than to be in the arms of his Daddies, and craves constant attention and kisses.”

“He’s bright-eyed and bushy-tailed, a constant bundle of energy who contrasts with Lizzie’s more laid-back attitude.”
“Lizzie is very independent, but Paden loves to be with us all the time.”
“He was crated his entire life before he was put up for adoption, so he’s still learning to do things like join us on the couch or play fetch.”
“Paden is interested in chasing the ball, but once he catches it he doesn’t know what to do with it!”
“More than anything he keeps watch. He’s a great guard dog, and woofs quietly whenever he senses something amiss to let us know he’s on the case.”
“Paden has been a wonderful addition to our family!”
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At the time this post was going to press, Lizzie had occasion to pen a gracious letter of thanks for a lovely gift basket.  Clearly, writing is one of her many talents:

Dearest Ladies and Gentlemen,

I was simply breathless with anticipation yesterday afternoon as the Federal Express courier arrived at my door with a mysterious package. Being frequently the recipient of unsolicited fan mail, bouquets, serenades, and other violent expressions of love from my many admirers, I was nevertheless perplexed as to what could be in the box.

 Imagine my surprise when I found it full of artisanal cheeses, exotic culinary tinctures, and a sopressata big enough to choke a horse! Between you and me, my manservant Jens did well to snap the photo below before I threw myself bodily upon the basket and devoured the entire thing in one sitting.

 The fat men who live with me in my palatial manor home (rescues; one must do one’s part!) insisted that I also express their gratitude for the gifts. Persuaded by what was clearly an error in the address labeling, they believe it may have been intended for them as a token of well wishes during a turbulent time in their lives. Though I’m sure they’re mistaken, even so, they want to communicate their sincere and heartfelt appreciation. I may have left an olive or two for them to split between them.

 Many thanks and kindest regards!

Yours,

Elizabeth Birdsong-Perry

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Welcome to The Daily Corgi, Lizzie and Paden!
You are Corgi Power personified!

About Laurie Eno

If a hunky Welsh Corgi on a windswept beach is your idea of a celebrity snapshot, welcome home! My name is Laurie Eno and I invite you to the tribe.

Comments

  1. Lisa W says

    What a great story! You have such a great family. And I'm a firm believer in the healing power of the corgi, so totally understand the Nurse Chery Jones!
    Thanks for sharing such great photos.

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