Last night I rented "Marley & Me" and had a movie night with Guinness. "Marley & Me" was one of the best books I have ever read, especially being a dog lover. I knew what to expect from the movie then, but I still cried. I was crying from laughter and from sadness. The waterworks really began when Marley tried to go up the steps and was struggling.
Even though Guinness is only a puppy I dread the day when his time will come. I've waited my entire life to have a dog in the way some people wait for a child. As much as he aggravates and irritates me at times I love him to death. During the movie Guinness had been allowed in the living room so that he could watch it with me. He really did at times too. He likes to watch the TV and he was definitely interested in the barking and whining he heard. When Marley was put down I had to stop the movie for a little while because I was a mess.
I've always said that animals have a sense of when something is wrong with their owners. There have been numerous occasions growing up where I was sick and one of the cats would curl up on the couch with me and not leave my side. After I had to stop the movie, Guinness crawled up onto the couch with me and I just held onto him and bawled. I'm glad he was there.
All I can say is hold onto them while you've got them. That goes for dogs, cats, kids, parents, husbands, wives..you name it. I definitely recommend curling up on the couch with your dog and watching this movie. You'll need popcorn ( be prepared to share it!), soda, and tissues.
Enjoy!
3 comments:
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No I totally agree...Owen Wilson is an idiot. He was...bearable, though. Jennifer Aniston wasn't bad, but I don't think they caught the whole love/hate relationship she had with Marley very well. I still recommend the movie. I laughed more at the movie than I did while reading the book, actually.
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I've been wanting to watch this movie. Everyone says it's so sad! Dustin's mom had to leave the theatre when she went to go watch it.
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April 2, 2009 at 8:01 PM
I agree! My dog Bailey is getting up there in age (11 1/2 years, Norwegian Elkhound) and I know the day we have to say goodbye will break me. I also agree that dogs have a sense of when something is wrong. I get migraines, and when I do, both of my dogs do not bother me at all - even if they are dying to go outside to do their business.
I loved Marley and Me, too (the book) but have stayed away from the movie thus far because I think Owen Wilson would ruin the story for me since I think he's an idiot. (Sorry if you're a fan of him)
Anyway, your puppy is adorable! Enjoy your time together!