March 07, 2013

Cornwall, by Custard

So, it's been a little while since my last blog post and I hear people have been crying out for my return to the blog.
I can't say I blame you, I am fabulous!
Just look at me leap…


Leeeaaaappp!


Sorry, getting a bit carried away.
I suppose I should start at the beginning. The million year voyage.
Now, I hope you'll understand I'm not exaggerating when I say it took us a million years to get to the hotel.
Mum drove, I sat on Phoebe's knee, wrapped in a blanket. Now and then she let me stick my head out of the window for smells.


Well, I told her it was for smells, it wasn't.
No one, not even a saint of a dog can put up with Mum & Phoebe's car singing. If you can imagine the noise a cat would make if it was stuck in a washing machine (I imagine this quite frequently) then you'll be close to understanding the exact tone & pitch my (lovely) girls reach when singing.
Phoebe's penchant for One Direction is enough to push anyone over the edge.
When we finally arrived after roughly 2 & a half months of driving, we went to the beach to sniff oysters.


That's me there, standing on a mussel patch. Mussel Beach!
It was about as much fun as it looks.
I was even told off for digging.


Boring.
When we went back to the farm I decided to amuse myself & went to chat to some of the locals.


This is where I met Lady.


She was just the most beautiful creature I've ever laid eyes on. 
Shall I compare thee to a summers day? 
Thou art more fluffy and more temperate... 


She wasn't allowed out to play, but we traded emails.
I'll probably give her a Poke on Facebook.
After lunch I took the girls for a run on the beach.








I met a puppy beagle called Molly.
She was awfully forward.


Do I look like the sort of chap who wants to be pounced on?


I don't think so.
Having tired the girls out, I decided it was time to head up to bed.
One last cuddle before my head hit the hay.


The next morning I woke up bright and early, ready for breakfast.


I went for James Wellbeloved turkey & rice with vegetables, a superb vintage.
I usually have it with kibble, but Mum forgot so I was treated to double meat!


Best. Day. Ever.
After breakfast I did some more exploring.


Made some friends.


Chased Phoebe.


Paddled.


And slayed dragons in their caves.


After a little nap, we went to Padstow for lunch.
The dogs here are very strange, and not very friendly.


I've never seen anything like it!
Must be a Cornish thing.
For lunch we got all steamy in the car & I shared some of Phoebe's calamari, which was excellent.


Exhausted, I spent the rest of the afternoon flat on my back "meditating".


All in all a wonderful weekend.
I can't wait for our next adventure!
Now if you'll excuse me, I'm off for a bath. I have sand in places I didn't even know existed.


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144 comments:

  1. Loveeeee custard!!! Your blog has inspired me to start my own blog 2 weeks ago you are such an inspiration and i aspire to one day to be as successful as you!

    Talisa from bemsa xxx

    www.bemsa.blogspot.com

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    1. Blog looks great Talisa! Love the recipe for avoeggs! xx

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    2. Thanks Rosie, means a lot! xxx

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  2. so cute!! i love the photos with the beagle & the dalmation <3

    Katie x

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  3. This is so wonderful! Your pup is such a handsome lad!
    Jordan
    http://jordan-kearney.blogspot.ca/

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    1. Isn't he a little dream boat? I just want to squish him!

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  4. Aww! More of these! So cute and funny!

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  5. cute pics!! i love the ones with the beagle & the dalmation :)

    Katie x

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  6. haha what a wonderful post! Custard is such a cutie!

    Keep calm and carry lipstick.

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  7. Haha, amazing! Looks like you had a fabulous holiday, Custard! :)

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  8. Anonymous08:28

    Fantastic!!! Greetings from Belgium.
    Marcela

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    1. Greetings from London Marcela! x

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  9. Sweet custard! I should maybe make a post from Frank, my cranky she-bunny, mind you, it would probably be about her plot to kill me in order to have my husband to herself, especially his legs for some girl-humping :)

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    1. I would read that.

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    2. i would be all over that post!

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    3. The people have spoken, now you must!

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  10. So adorable, Custard is just something else - he's so cute! Lovely post xo

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  11. What a cute dog, I just love dogs so much, I absolutely can't wait to get out of my student flat and have my own dog (we have dogs at home, one even only has three legs and they're absolutely adorable, but sadly I'm not home most of the time, and I definitely need a dog in my life!)
    Looks like Cornwall is the perfect little holiday to take a dog on. Glad Custard had a good time :)

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    1. Three legged dogs are my FAVOURITES! I always used to want the damaged pet when I was little.
      When I was taken to choose a fish for my 10th birthday I chose one with one eye because I was worried noone else would! The number of broken strays we took in when we lived in spain was ridiculous! Thankfully my poor dad is a total softy so when one of us would turn up with a bedraggled kitten or abandoned dog he could never say no.
      Love that your parents are clearly the same! x

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  12. haha cutest post ever! he's such a sweet little dog!

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  13. Custard, we love you.

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  14. this post is, in one word: AMAZING. i laughed, i squee-ed ... my little heart cannot take how cute custard is. i've been having a really hard week and this brought a huge smile to my face. so: thank you custard, and thank you rosie!

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    1. Squee-ed might be my new favourite word!
      I'll give him a squish for you Sophie x

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    2. oh thank you!!! hug by proxy ... awesome :)

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  15. Custard you really are superb and very cute! my two westies Piglet (a girl) and Alfie enjoyed very much your blog post on cornwall, its one of their favourite places. Alfie loved your food recommendations and wants to go oyster hunting now. Piglet loved your action shots she loves a good run on the beach she thought you looked very athletic and wants to know if you could email her!

    www.theladylovesstlye.com

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  16. Anonymous09:03

    BEST POST EVER! We love you Custard <3.

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    1. Not sure if I should be jealous...

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    2. You've got competition, Rose x

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  17. Custard is an awsome blogger just like his mum !

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  18. He is the cutest thing ever! Looks like you had a lovely day :)

    www.charlotte-eliza-king.com

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  19. This has put a smile on my face, such a cute start to my day! Custard is such a gent ;) xx

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  20. This is just the cutest post! Love Custard!!

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    1. YES !! The cutest post ever !!
      Valentine

      http://mylifewithvalentine.blogspot.fr/

      XOXO

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  21. Quite easily the cutest post I have ever read, I may just love Custard a little bit more.

    Hannah cagneyandlace.com

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  22. Sharing the Custard love here.

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  23. Sharing the Custard love.

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  24. Suzie09:38

    I love this pooch!

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  25. I think he might be the happiest pup in the world!

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  26. Ah ah ah so so cute!
    I've done your slutty brownies last Sunday!
    http://prettyordinaryaddy.blogspot.co.uk/2013/03/slutty-brownies-by-rosie-londoner.html

    x

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  27. Oh my god, he is SO adorable. Looks like he really has had the best weekend ever!

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  28. If I was a dog I'd date Custard. Such a gent. Playing on a winter beach with pups really makes me miss my old collie cross Peggy. She died years ago now and I still miss her- especially when I go to a beach in the UK. We taught her to wrap her paws around your legs and give hugs! Custard would have fancied her. Fo'sho.

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    1. Ha! I'll let him know you'd be happy to date him Lizzie, I'm sure he'll be pleased as punch!
      Sorry you lost Peggy, it's so hard when you lose a dog. That's such a cute trick! I doubt custard could quite manage a hug but I'll try him! x

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  29. What a dapper dog! I wish I could matchmake him and my beautiful pup Daisy, they'd be great together. New Wills&Kate!! http://worthwakingupfor.blogspot.co.uk Xx

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  30. There are no words...

    I had to plee for over a year to get a kitten, My dad wanted one but my mum was firmly against it. I gradually wore her down and got my little ginger tom Ringo. He turns a year told tomorrow and he and mum are now best of friends, infact i think he prefers her to me!

    Should i start the puppy process now or just go and get one because i know she will just turn to mush and love it no matter what!


    what do you think custard?

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    1. Custard here.
      I loathe cats. They're not to be trusted, Get a dog.

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    2. Haha Ringo isnt really a cat, i swear hes a puppy in disguise!

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  31. Anonymous10:02

    This is great! What camera are you using here?

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      Thanks!!! Was it the lumix or canon here?

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      Thankssss!

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  32. This is simply too cute.

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  33. high five (paws) on a cute post. funny. custard should soo meet my dog, rolly. they'd soo get on.

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  34. SO CUTE! The 'Lady' bit really tickled me. :)

    http://18oakfield.blogspot.co.uk/

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  35. OMG I just LOOOOOOOVE this post. Custard you are so funny !! Love you.
    Valentine

    http://mylifewithvalentine.blogspot.fr/
    http://mylifewithvalentine.blogspot.fr/

    XOXO

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  36. This is so funny! I love Custard, he is like the best dog ever. Best blogger and best blogging dog ever - FACT x

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  37. Ah I love Custard, such a babe x

    http://lottiekerr.blogspot.co.uk

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  38. Custard - you are simply the best!

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    1. Bettteerrr thaaan aaallll thhhheee reeessstttt

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  39. Just one word LOVE!
    Absolutely love this post and Custard

    PS: Like the new layout of all your social media links. Just spotted that it says Pintrest and not Pinterest honey.

    Tx

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    1. Will is going to be flogged.

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    2. Out of curiosity, for those are neither English or American, what does "flogged" technically mean? Maybe I can use it at work and not get in trouble that way?

      I was a little late to the party on commenting how adorable Custard is, but I guess better late than never?! I have a little toy yorkie, with a personality the size of a 100 pound dog. She was also "meditating" last night on her back on the couch, after peeing on everything she could outside!

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      Jewels, it means to beat severely with a whip or rod. Rose is kidding (I hope. Poor Will).

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    4. Anonymous17:11

      Jewels, herewith a link to an explanation of flogging: http://www.britannica.com/EBchecked/topic/210444/flogging
      Mostly said in jest these days!
      Hope that helps!
      Charlotte

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  40. Ohhh he is so nice!! And you took amazing photographs.. do you modify the images?
    By the way, I already told you.. your posts are so real an inspirational!
    Xxx

    My new blog http://carolinabin.com/

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  41. Anna10:56

    Is Custard his real name or a nickname? I noticed a different name on his collar tag in one of your old posts...

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    1. Real name!
      The name on his collar is his surname (my family name). You shouldn't put a dogs real name on his collar, it can cause issues if he's stolen.
      Say I steal a dog and befriend it, when the real owners go to the police and say "ummm that's my dog" they'll do the 'call test' where you stand and call the dog to see who it goes to.
      Obviously it goes to the one who knows his name, which can be tricky if both parties do.

      Probably not an issue with Custard because he's very well trained and goes all wiggly when I walk in the room (plus he has his own blog posts to verify!!), but all our dogs have the same. Always have!

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    2. Did not know that! Shall be passing this on to all the dog-lovers I know!

      Love,
      Kimberley xx
      www.ohthatkimberley.com

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    3. Interesting! I've never thought of that!
      Another trick that I DO use, though, is to put "Needs Medication" on the tag....Like you said Rose, people steal dogs, and generally might not want a "sick" dog. Or if they're not trying to steal him, maybe they'll make double the effort to get him back to me in time? Dunno....but it's worth the try! :)

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  42. Kate11:14

    Haha this is so funny, I don't even particularyy like dogs, but this makes me want to have my own custard :)

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  43. Absolutely love Custard! Such a cool dog ;) I hope he tries writing more blog posts, he always puts a smile on my face :)

    Love,
    Kimberley xx
    www.ohthatkimberley.com

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  44. ADORABLE!!! Custard you are such a cutie.

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  45. Oh god he is sooo cute!! So easy to imagine him having his own thing going on as well, my dog has the exact same expressive face which makes you think one day they'll talk back at you !!

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  46. Joey E11:34

    Custard is just beyond adorable and just a humorous blogger! Must run in the family :) Love this X

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  47. This was absolutely precious, could you possibly let Custard bogart the blog for a monthly update that would be greatly appreciated! :)

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  48. Oh my he's just so fantastic, I need one, hahaha, yes like I could handle another fur baby in my life right now. My husband has already tried to talk me into getting another one but I just can't, now when we get a house with a bigger fenced in yard I'm more than happy to get another fur baby so my current fur baby, Guido, has a little brother or sister to play with and teach all the cool things in his life.
    Love your blog!
    www.caseyslife365.blogspot.com

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  49. This was absolutely precious! Could you possibly let Custard bogart the blog for a monthly update?

    Great post Rosie....I mean Custard

    :)

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  50. Great post Custard! It looks like you had a fab time and kept Rose and Phoebe on their toes. You are very much the ladies man. :)

    Lou

    www.thekeypieces.co.uk

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  51. Custard is so funny!
    "Do I look like the sort of chap who wants to be pounced on?
    I don't think so."
    hahaha that was the best line ever! :)
    Great post, Rosie (ahem, Custard)! ;)

    Established In The Tropics

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  52. Paws-itively adorable!

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  53. I am normally a cat person but Custard is making me question my beliefs. He is so cute, I just want to smush his cheeks. xx
    stylemouth.blogpost.co.uk

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  54. Custard is so damn cute! His personality shines through in all the pics.
    My family used to have a shih-tzu and she had such a massive personality, sadly she died when she was 4. I would love to get another dog once I have completed uni though!

    Xx

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  55. Custard I love you!!!!... you are an AMAZING blogger.

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  56. Adorable! And great photos. Do you know what breed Lady was? She matches my hair, so I must have one!!

    www.alittlelusciousness.blogspot.com

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  57. Aww Custard looks like you've been having a super time!

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  58. Michelle13:56

    Hi Rosie,
    I love the Custard has taken over the whole blog, not just written a post. He looks quite dapper in his reading glasses. Very first thing I noticed, gave me a nice chuckle. Thanks, from Canada, for my morning reads!

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  59. TOO CUTE. I miss having a puppy - since we moved into a smaller flat we haven't had a pet. Running on the beach looks like so much fun!

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  60. I love Custard. He is toooo cute <3
    http://styleisinvogue.blogspot.com.es/

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  61. Coming across that cow photo as I was scrolling through gave me quite a laugh! They're all looking at you, Custard!

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  62. Lorraine14:41

    Hi Rosie!
    Your pictures are really beautiful! You do really have some kind of talent here.
    I love your blog so much that when I go on Bloglovin, I always read your blogposts last, to end with the best! hehe

    Thank you for the posts lately, always a great pleasure to read you =)

    Greetings from Geneva, Switzerland!

    Lorraine

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  63. Oh Custard, how lovely! Amazing post.
    I still can't believe that he can recite Shakespeare.
    I should learn a thing or two to my baby girl as well!!

    xx, A!
    glimpsesofa.blogspot.com

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  64. Custard is absolutely the cutest, it makes me desperate for a dog!

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  65. Can. Not. Wait. to get our rescue pups!! Only a few more months...just in time for summer adventures :-)

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  66. Absolutely delightful! I think Custard should write children's books!

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  67. Awh he is so sweet, I love this post, and the photos are beautiful!xx

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  68. Anonymous15:30

    I migth have missed it, but what breed is Custard? He is a real cutie. Charlie

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  69. This just makes me miss my own dog so much more (he's at home with my mum whilst I'm at uni). I think Patrick (my little woofwoof chum) and Custard would be seriously best buds if they both love going for a good run along the beach and then collapsing in an exhausted heap all over their owners bed at the end of the day!!

    More Custard posts please!

    Lucy xxx

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  70. Noelle15:38

    Custard is totally giving that Beagle puppy the stank eye. I love it.

    Love your blog, Rose...but I think Custard's posts was some of my favorites ;) I have four dogs and I think they are all the cutest...but Custard has definitely stolen my heart. I think he needs a collar that has a bow tie on it--he's definitely a bow tie kind of pup.

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  71. Custard is just so adorable!! Love the pictures :)

    Lifestyle blog by Ang

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  72. TOO CUTE! I just want to squeeze him! I've become such a crazy dog lady since I moved away from home and can't have my dog around anymore!

    xO -S

    http://libertyonless.wordpress.com/

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  73. CUSTARD you are so adorable :)

    http://cargocollective.com/haideedefraine/

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  74. Ha - Looooove it!

    Custard, you are such a fine little fellow!

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  75. Hahaha omg this is the greatest and Custard being on the blog so much this week has seriously MADE my week. I'm not joking. Is that sad? I don't care..he's so cute and sassy!!

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  76. Custard is so cute! What breed is he, I want my own baby Custard!

    thoughtsfromanothergirl.blogspot.com

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  77. This is just the cutest post ever, totally took away my grumpy mood - thanks Custard!! My puppy Molly would just adore him. Loved this!

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  78. Oh my, Custard is so adorable!! I love his little expression in the 3rd of him running toward the camera. So sweet <3

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  79. Your little Custard is so cute he remembers me my bichon Edwin who had to stay in France :(
    x
    Estelle
    http://serendipity2307.blogspot.com

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  80. So cute, I love Custard :)

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  81. Custard is soooo cute! Omg. I want one!

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  82. Custard is such a spunky furball! I think he and King would get along fabulously!

    April
    www.barbellsandbellinis.com

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  83. Looooove the post, love custard and adore you :-)
    The pictures are just awesome! Getting an action shot of a doggy is like winning the lottery......dont know how many blurry pics I have of my 5 month old lab puppy Abby.

    Always your fan :-)
    Dani

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  84. Pahaha this is brilliant! Custard is seriously seriously adorable. But how beautiful is the farm dog!? Gorgeous! Sounds like he had a pretty fab weekend (even with your troubles)! x

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  85. Love these photos, your dog is so cute!!

    http://www.bloglovin.com/blog/4164275
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  86. Your photo's are the best. Custard makes me miss my dog now that I've moved out. great post xxx

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  87. Ah Rose, I love when you allow Custard to take over your blog! Such a sweet and lovely dog!

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  88. I LOVE YOU CUSTARD!!!

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  89. Highlight of my day! Thanks Custard x

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  90. He is too adorable, what kind of dog is he?

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  91. what type of dog is custard? almost looks like my laso apso

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  92. what kind of dog is Custard? He reminds me of my Laso apso at home

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  93. Well isn't Custard just the cutest dog EVER!?

    http://siddalee-lifestyle.blogspot.com

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  94. This is so hilariously funny - love it!

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  95. What a little beauty! Looks like a great trip. And I hope you feel better!

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  96. This is exactly what I needed to cheer me up through trying to finish my dissertation at 3am on a Thursday night, at the end I realised I was smiling all the way through reading this!! It did make me miss my little dog back home in Ireland too, he's a beagle and an absolute nightmare, but a loveable one at that!!

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  97. Anonymous03:33

    Cutest post ever Rosie!
    Now...i have a bone to pick...was that an ADVERTISMENT that i saw on your blog???? I esp. liked ur blog cos it had no ads! But i'll forgive you because u do a great job!

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  98. Aww custard does nothing to stop my broodiness for a dog! I can't wait to move in August so I can get one!
    You should take him to the dog parlours on Richmond Hill for a pamper sesh! I walk past everyday and there are always an array of cute dogs being groomed!!

    www.richmondpip.com

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  99. so glad you enjoyed cornwall custard!!

    when my dog comes to visit me, he too has issues with the strange dogs down here...
    :)

    xxx

    katieskernow.blogspot.com

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  100. Anonymous09:08

    what kind of car does your owner drive Custard?

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  101. Anonymous10:37

    I truly adore Custard, and his blog posts! More regularly please! x

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  102. Kim H.17:43

    Adorable! Glad to see you all had such a great time...except for the last night :(

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  103. ahh! LOVE all the pictures! your dog is adorable! those are always my favorite pictures to take of my dog, running ones!:)

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  104. "after roughly 2 & a half months of driving" HAHAH!!!!! This is the best. I love this.

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  105. Awwww custard just made my morning perfect! This made me laugh so much hahaha! MOre posts from Custard, please! I'm not a doggy person (I actually have a bit of a phobia for them), but he is too cute! <3



    Personal Style Blog By ORR

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  106. you, Custard, are the cutest!!

    Francesca xo
    http://goingroundthemulberrybush.blogspot.co.uk

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  107. Custard really should have his own blog, you two would rule the blogosphere!

    www.theantisocialite.me

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  108. Love this post so cute and funny I am also beyond envious of your photography

    Xxx

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  109. Hahaha lovely pics, sweet dog!

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