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Raspberry Swirly
11/17/08

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So how long until some pundit comments that Obama's clearly a flip-flopper?
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EkaterinaBallerina
11/17/08

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They're completely right. We got our mixed terrier a few years before we moved from Maryland to New Jersey. The poor thing was neurotic mess the day we moved. She chewed through a big bone in one hour, she kept trying to hitch a ride with our furniture, and she wouldn't leave my mother's side. She seemed convinced that we were leaving her behind. Dogs do not do well with transitions. Best to adopt the wee thing once they're settled.

On another note, they should definitely get a dog from a shelter. We got our terrier from a shelter in Prince George's County (not that far from DC Obamas!). She's the most amazing little thing and the best part? We've had her for 16 years, she's 18 years old and she'll likely live for a few more years. Mixed breeds are the best.
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BabyJane
11/17/08

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Obama in '08
Puppy in '09
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angryblackgurl
11/17/08

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They seemed like a couple that is still so in love!! Thye hand touching etc. I heart them so much!!!
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musicpup
11/17/08

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Good on them. Moving dogs is the worst thing ever. Our old dog had to survive a Transatlantic flight because we moved to Germany, and our current pup will be moving to England with me this weekend. Thank God for cars.
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KiddyKat
11/17/08

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A cat/kitten would probably take the move better. Just sayin'.
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EkaterinaBallerina
11/17/08

@KiddyKat: Eh, not necessarily. My dad's family cat deserted them on moving day. She took one look at the moving van and walked away. They never saw her again.
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Cookie Dough Monster
11/17/08

@KiddyKat: I recently moved 2 miles away from my old house. My poor cat made the worst sound I've ever heard from a living being. He was absolutely terrified. I can't imagine how he would have handled a long drive or a flight. Poor kitty.
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lalaland13
11/17/08

@KiddyKat: My mom moved my cats when I moved, bless her heart. She had to stop overnight at her house before heading on to my new place, and the next day she had to coax one of the cats out with milk, but the other would not come out. It would just hiss, so she had to wait for its mood to improve. Then my girl kitty hid in one of the truck compartments, briefly scaring my mom into thinking she had jumped out the window or something.
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ellaesther
11/17/08

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How much do I love them for this?! So kind, so responsible, thinking about things like a wee puppy's needs while also attempting to save the economy and end the war in Iraq. And cutting a deal with the girls! Actually, you know, talking with your children beforehand about their lives and helping them manage their expectations!

I love these people waaaaaay more than a grown woman should love complete strangers. Lord, I am such a freak.
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AuntieEm (robots from the year 2000 > zombies)
11/17/08

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I kinda figured they wouldn't get the dog until they moved in anyway. If you get a dog and move a few months later you're just asking for potty problems.
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morninggloria
11/17/08

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I wish the press would stop doggedly hounding them about this.
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cwisto moweina has got yer goat
11/17/08

@morninggloria: Ok?! Nine posts out of ten about the Obamas are about their future dog
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cwisto moweina has got yer goat
11/17/08

@cwistomoweina: not a real criticism, just couldn't resist a hidden pun
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ellaesther
11/17/08

@cwistomoweina: I know, we're like dogs with a bone.
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BabyJane
11/17/08

@morninggloria: Not to be a bitch about this, but I'm dog-tired of this subject as well. The press needs to furget about it.
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Kilotwat
11/17/08

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Watch the relevant bit right here:

[www.cbsnews.com]

Lots of hilarity in there. Like how the 60 Minutes crew set up a spot for the pup just in case the Obamas already got one. Also, Obama teases Steve Kroft and gets him good.
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sarah.of.a.lesser.god (aka Mrs. BrutallyHonestHobbit)
11/17/08

@Kilotwat: I loved, loved, loved that interview. Especially the bit where Barack is like, "I want to take a walk with you" to Michelle.
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theruraljuror
11/17/08

@sarah.of.a.lesser.god.prepares.to.welcome.her.new.ovumlord: and then she's like, "dude it's cold out. i'm not walkin' with you today." again, love them.
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stacyinbean
11/17/08

@theruraljuror: that was too much cuteness for me!
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ceejeemcbeegee is not here
11/17/08

@Kilotwat: I love how Barack caught on to Krofts attempts to trick him into likening his mother-in-law to a new dog.
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Mafalda para Presidente
11/17/08

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Let them get a mutt...the first mutt presidential dog!
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QuicheLorraine
11/17/08

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See, I think they should get a unicorn now, then get the puppy in January.
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ellaesther
11/17/08

@QuicheLorraine: Wait, isn't Barry the magical unicorn?
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QuicheLorraine
11/17/08

@ellaesther: I always thought he met the magical unicorn in the mystic forests of Chicago, and then they went and organized communities together.
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ellaesther
11/17/08

@QuicheLorraine: Ah yes, you may have that right. Because if he were a unicorn, he wouldn't have opposable thumbs, and then how would he run the country? And the whole Blackberry thing would be moot.
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sarah.of.a.lesser.god (aka Mrs. BrutallyHonestHobbit)
11/17/08

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I wonder when the press will stop hounding them about this issue. It seems to be such a pup-ular topic of discussion.
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ItchykooParker
11/17/08

@sarah.of.a.lesser.god.prepares.to.welcome.her.new.ovumlord: You are just too good! Ha! Thanks - I need humor on Monday mronign.
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morninggloria
11/17/08

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That puppy is going to be the Suri Cruise of animals, in terms of how much it will be photographed.

Good thing most dogs don't grow up to have a drug problem.
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TakeADeepBreath
11/17/08

@morninggloria: That dog will be in rehab by age 17, blaming the Obamas for not have a real puppyhood.
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SarahMC
11/17/08

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I don't see what's wrong with this. I detest irresponsible people who make knee-jerk decisions re: pets.
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