October 27, 2010

White Dog nearly fell off her perch in her excitement. "They're here! They're here! Where is everybody? Open the door!" The Other White Dog was woofing a greeting before he even left my side at the computer to rush to the door.

Luke, Murphy, and Hudson were here! At our very house! And they were going to be our guests for the night! This was monumental; it was an honor; they were the most famous trio that ever crossed our threshold!

For those who aren't familiar with their story, It began with a promise to raise awareness of canine cancer one mile, one city, and one person at time. Luke Robinson with his two Great Pyrenees dogs walked 2000 miles from Austin to Boston to fulfill the promise he made to his dog Malcolm who died from this horrible disease. Visit www.2dogs2000miles.org for more information about their walk.

2 Million Dogs was formed on the belief that if 2 dogs can walk 2000 miles to bring awareness to cancer surely 2 million dogs can walk 2 miles. Their mission benefits the study of canine cancer and comparative oncology. On Sunday November 7th, across the country in 12 cities, pups and their humans will walk to raise awareness, mobilize support, and generate funds to fight Cancer in the first ever 2MillionDog Puppy Up! Walk.

Most of you know that White Dog and Quinn will be marching in Fort Collins, Colorado. There are others across the blogworld also walking and supporting this cause. We ask that you lend you support by helping those on the trail meet their fundraising goals. Through the generous help of many, we have met our goal so White Dog would like you to visit her friend, Sagira, and make a contribution to offer encouragement as she and her family walk in Ohio.

Luke and "the boys" are traveling from coast-to-coast promoting the event. We received a phone call over the weekend asking if we would "let them crash" at our place as they journeyed west to San Diego. "Let them"? Really? We would be honored! So tonight they are nestled all cozy in our Studio after a delicious Thai feast. Hudson and Quinn are best buddies. Both of the boys loved White Dog who climbed up on my chair so she could "talk" face to face with the Big Ones. Poor Murphy, who tires easily because of his on-going cancer treatment, was happy just to stretch across our living room and take in the smells and conversation.

Luke shared incredible stories of their adventure and painted a wonderful picture of just how giving most in our country can be. TOWD was ready to sign himself and Steve up for a trek (Steve looked less convinced), but WD was happier with the prospect of driving cross country and staying in four-star hotels (not flimsy tents with lightning flashing all around and splitting the tree right next to where you slept).

Since they must be on the road pre-dawn, we called it an early night, but not before White Dog and her brother joined Hudson and Murphy on the deck to look to the stars and wish for a Cure soon. Cancer.Touches.Everyone. Please help find the Cure.