Yep, it’s true! Ginger Rogers found forever family and they. are. awesome!
Meet Jenny and Aaron. I met Jenny while Ginger and I were touring Brookside and she took one of my fliers after squishing Ginger’s face and declaring her “ADORABLE!” I didn’t think much of it, because, come on, who hasn’t met Ginger, promptly squished her face and called her “ADORABLE?” Everyone does that – it doesn’t mean a love connection was made, right? But the next morning, before my Arboretum hike, I was surprised when I got a call from Jenny asking if I could bring Ginger to meet her husband and their three dogs to see how everyone got along. I squealed and did a celebratory jig calmly made arrangements for our meeting. After a stellar meet-and-greet at the park, we quickly moved to the home visit, where Ginger promptly made herself at home. Before I knew it, Ginger was on a one-week trial adoption period!
Now, I’ve been down this “trial adoption” road before, so I didn’t get my hopes up when Jenny and Aaron took Ginger home the first day. Or when Aaron emailed me to tell me that Ginger had “houdini’d” her way into their cupboards for a twinkie. Or when Jenny texted me to tell me that Ginger was getting more and more relaxed every day. I also didn’t cry. Not once. Which is weird. I bawled uncontrollably for days the first time Ginger went on a trial adoption, and I bawled for almost 24 hours the second time. But this time – no tears. Weird, right? I kept telling myself that it was because I knew Ginger would probably end up back at our house, like she had before, so why waste any energy crying? Daniel, however, reminded me that there was no reason to cry when I knew that Jenny and Aaron were perfect for Ginger and bonus, lived only a mile or so from us AND sent me almost daily updates. But I just couldn’t bring myself to believe it might be true….
Then, this weekend, we finalized the adoption! My beautiful, goofy, loving elderbelle had found her forever home with Aaron & Jenny, and their pugs Kali and Princess, and corgi mix Karma. Ginger has her own sunroom to sleep in, with her very own couch.
With the introduction of Ginger came the introduction of T-R-E-A-T-S to learn the rules, so Kali, Princess and Karma don’t mind their new sister one bit!
Jenny told me that the pugs are ready to cuddle with Ginger, but she is still a bit unsure of them (of course a 60 pound pit bull would be afraid of pugs)! Karma and Ginger get daily walks together to help them bond, and Ginger spends every day upstairs on her very own dog bed with her daddy because he telecommutes! Oh, and on day one, Ginger claimed her spot on her daddy’s lap while they watch TV. Yeah, Ginger is living the good life…apparently Santa was just a little late granting her wish for a family, but boy, when he finally got around to it, he totally delivered!
Congrats, Ginger girl … I already wrote you a sappy goodbye letter so long ago when I first thought you had found your forever family, and we’ve been through so much more since then. But luckily this time, it’s not “goodbye,” it’s “see you around,” because your mom and dad are awesome and promised to let me hang out with you whenever I want – I can even take you on walks with the KC Pittie Pack from time to time. So, no tears for you, my girl – you hit the big time, and I can’t wait to see you shine!
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January 17, 2012 at 6:37 AM
woofssi
Oh my goodness, oh my goodness! 🙂 Ginger couldn’t have asked for a better exit strategy from you loving home! Our pug loves our elderbull and elderbelle so I’m sure her new siblings will love her too! Congratulations Ginger and horray for you that you still get to see her!
January 17, 2012 at 6:49 AM
Laurie
You’re so right, that news was so worth waiting for! I was expecting maybe that you had a potential family for Ginger, but this si so much better!
January 17, 2012 at 7:22 AM
Natasha
YAY!!! So, so happy for Ginger!
January 17, 2012 at 7:29 AM
Suzanne
Awww…. what exciting news! Yay!
January 17, 2012 at 7:57 AM
Rachael Eliker
A happy ending! I love those kind of stories. Congratulations on your dedicated work. I hope you feel proud of yourself for making a difference to that dog.
January 17, 2012 at 7:59 AM
Uji, Izzy & Ronnii
Pawesome news
January 17, 2012 at 8:23 AM
trish fahey
Ginger thanks you so much…I am sure!
January 17, 2012 at 8:51 AM
LizN
Well Done, foster mama! Sooo happy to hear she’s landed exactly where she’s meant to be. Doesn’t that feel GREAT? 🙂 Keep up the good work!
January 20, 2012 at 11:44 AM
Emily
I have been grinning from ear-to-ear for a week now – it feels awesome!
January 17, 2012 at 8:56 AM
Kate B
This is so awesome! I’m so happy for everyone, especially Ginger. She is so lucky to have found an awesome foster family who worked so hard to find her forever family! Please keep us updated when you hear from her new family!
January 17, 2012 at 9:11 AM
Anna
whoooo! happy that she found a great family, I know it must be a relief, and what a bonus to have her practically next door.
Anna
http://www.akginspiration.com
January 17, 2012 at 9:12 AM
Two Grads
This is so so so amazing. I love her little motley crew shes found! You did a great job, Emily. I think you should stress that you found Ginger the home through some guerilla tactics! Do we have another foster in the future…? PS Feel better!
January 17, 2012 at 9:40 AM
Jen Hurowitz
YESSSSSSS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
January 17, 2012 at 9:41 AM
Aleksandra
hell yea!
January 17, 2012 at 9:42 AM
tholupka
Yipppppeeeee!!!!! I’m so happy for everyone — new family, foster family and of course Ginger! Tears of joy!!!
January 17, 2012 at 9:43 AM
Elisa
Congrats! Exciting times 🙂
January 17, 2012 at 9:59 AM
TwoKittiesOnePittie
YAY!!!!! Congratulations to you and to Ginger’s family. It’s awesome that they live so close to you, and that Ginger will have so many siblings!!!! Now, I just need you to help me figure out how to get my husband on board so we can do this fostering thing…:)
January 17, 2012 at 9:59 AM
Anita
YAAAAAAAAAY!! I am extra excited because she’s going to live with PUGS! Seriously Pugs and Pibbles make great teams. YaY YAY YAAAY! Doing a happy dance in my office. Congrats to everyone for such a wonderful match. I am looking forward to hearing Ginger updates.
January 17, 2012 at 10:12 AM
Heartbeat-At-My-Feet
This. Is. AWESOME! Congratulations Ginger Rogers! And congratulations to your mom too…she hung in there through two failed adoptions and never lost faith that you’d find your People eventually. AWESOME news!!
January 17, 2012 at 10:19 AM
Cori
This made me happy cry 🙂 She is one lucky pup to have a great forever family, and still get to see her foster mom and dad from time to time. I bet her foster brothers will even love seeing her more now that they don’t have to share with her!
January 20, 2012 at 11:45 AM
Emily
I’m not sure Turk will ever love seeing Ginger Rogers…but Rufus won’t mind a good cuddle every now and then – she always kept him warm!
January 17, 2012 at 10:24 AM
Nigel Stolting
Awesome news! It’s always great to have some good news, especially before starting work for the day. Congratulations!!!!
January 17, 2012 at 10:29 AM
Vanessa
Ah! So exciting! It looks like all of you won in this situation! So happy for Ginger, and happier for you that you get to continue your friendship with this beautiful girl. There’s nothing better in my opinion. Congrats, Ginger!
January 17, 2012 at 10:30 AM
Diane McCornack
Congratulations Sweet Ginger!! Looks like waiting nicely brought you the MOST perfect match. I’m so happy for everyone!
January 17, 2012 at 10:36 AM
claudia
Yeah!!!! And that picture in the tutu is the best! I can’t imagine how much you’ll miss her, but she’s got a sweet deal in the new home.
January 17, 2012 at 10:43 AM
Of Pit Bulls and Patience
This is the best news ever! She totally deserves a perfect home, I’m so glad she found one! Nothing beats a foster dog sticking close to you either, especially after all the time and effort you’ve put into Ginger! Enjoy the break (however short it may be) and give yourself a pat on the back!
January 17, 2012 at 11:00 AM
Skinny Fat Kid
Such good news!! I love getting to see my former fosters…one lives just 2 blocks away.
You gave Ginger the chance at a home and now it seems she found the perfect one. 3rd time’s a charm!
January 17, 2012 at 11:23 AM
Joanna
Congrats to Gingey! I’m going to miss her sooo much, hopefully I get to walk her at some point for Pittie Pack!
January 17, 2012 at 11:33 AM
Kirsten
WOW! Whoa neat wow yes! Yippee! There is hope for all of us long-term fosters! Ginger is going to be in Heaven with these people, I can feel it. Congratulations–you have done such a wonderful thing and now you get to enjoy the peaceful rewards of your good work.
January 17, 2012 at 11:40 AM
Marisa
This brings tears to my eyes. I am so happy for Ginger!
January 17, 2012 at 12:50 PM
Patty
wohoo great update!! So happy for Ginger and her new family.
January 17, 2012 at 1:25 PM
Kate @ Twenty-Six to Life
Yay Ginger! That’s fantastic!
January 17, 2012 at 3:26 PM
Mayzie
I am doing the wiggliest, waggliest happy dance you ever saw! WOW! I’m so very much happy for you, Ginger! Aren’t you happy your fostermom decided to take you for that walkie? Gosh. That was your lucky day, for sure!
Have a Most Wonderful time in your forever home, Ginger!
(more) Wiggles & Wags,
Mayzie
January 17, 2012 at 5:10 PM
pittiefullove
THIS made me smile big today!!! SO happy for you and Ginger! I love that she’s in the ‘hood and you can see her around town!!! LOVE it. Congrats! ANd yay for no tears!
January 17, 2012 at 6:36 PM
Running with Squirrels
Way to go! Looks like it was definitely worth the wait to find the perfect home for Ginger. What more could you ask for?? Awesome loving family that is close to home so you get to visit!
January 17, 2012 at 7:46 PM
Two Pitties in the City
This is the best news!! So happy for Ginger and her new family. I love too that after everything…it was someone you encountered as you were out and about (that’s what happened for foster dog Bella!) Yeah for GInger!
January 17, 2012 at 9:19 PM
Tucker the Crestie
I just found your blog recently so I am not familiar with all the ins and outs of Ginger’s story but she is a beautiful girl and I’m so happy that, with your help, she has gotten her happily ever after.
January 18, 2012 at 12:04 AM
jen
YEAH GINGER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
January 18, 2012 at 12:18 AM
Anita
I think this is the third time I’ve read this post. I am a nerd but so excited for Ginger, her new family and you!
January 18, 2012 at 1:29 PM
Kari
Congrats Ginger!!!
Stop on by for a visit
Kari
http://dogisgodinreverse.com/
January 20, 2012 at 11:47 AM
Emily
Thank you for all of your sweet comments and congratulations for Ginger Rogers – she is a lucky girl for sure, and we could not be happier that she finally found her forever family!
January 28, 2012 at 10:27 PM
For the Love of My Dogs
Congrats on finding a forever home for Ginger!!! What a lucky girl she is to have you save her life and now to have her forever family 🙂 She is truly a beautiful dog– she looks a little like our Scarlett!