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    MJ & Hungryman » Uncategorized » Hello world! I'm Kona!

    Hello world! I'm Kona!

    By Min On July 23, 2012, Updated April 4, 2020

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    Thank you Cinnamon for hosting this fun party!  I can't tell you how excited my mom was when she heard about the party, and despite my shyness, I knew I MUST participate!

    My name is Kona, and I'm a 15 pound miniature schnauzer.  I was born on January 15, 2009.  That makes me 3 years old (Yup!  I refuse to go by the human years..no need to add on unnecessary years).

    Since I'm going to be featured once every month (yippee!), I want to share with you my life's story, from the very beginning when I first met my mommy and daddy.  So please, join me as I take a trip down memory lane.

    I was born on a farm about 5 hours away from Austin, TX.  There sure were a lot of my kind roaming around, as the landowner was a breeder.  My dad, Rowdy, was actually a show dog!  I love to mention that bc it makes me feel all important ;).   Sometimes, our ears are cropped, but my breeder thought the practice was inhumane.  I'm ok with my floppy ears, as I have zero tolerance for pain.

    Once I turned 8 wks old, I was taken to Austin every weekend, along with my brothers and sisters.  I met tons and tons of people during that time, and they sure loved to hold and pet me.  Turned me into quite the greasy mess.

    I remember vividly the day when I met my parents for the first time.  My daddy specifically spotted me amongst my siblings, but my mommy was not interested.  I heard her say that she doesn't like black dogs and that she doesn't even know what miniature schnauzers are!  Gasp!  I was crushed.  But for some reason, I felt a strong connection with them.  I knew what I had to do.  When my mommy looked at me, I gave her the most innocent, adorable, loving, and sparkling look I could muster.  Mission accomplished!  I heard her say, "OMGoodness!!  Look at those eyes!!"  And with that, she quickly embraced me.

    However, to my dismay, they told my breeder that they wouldn't be able to take me home with them because they were going to a wedding in Atlanta in a couple of days.  I whimpered as I was put back in the crate.  Devastated I was.

    Within the next few days, my siblings started leaving me one by one.  Eventually I was the only one left from my litter (talk about a blow to my ego).  On the next trip to Austin, I was joined by my younger cousins.  Then something miraculous happened.  My parents came back for me!!  Although I had grown a lot since the last time they saw me, they (well more like my dad) were able to spot me right away due to my wide-set eyes.  All my siblings shared those intense, narrow-set schnauzer eyes that I envied, but  I was so thankful for my uniqueness at that moment.

    Alas, I was home..

    On my first day home..I must've felt really relieved. I kept passing out!

    I didn't bark until I was about a year old.  I know.  Impressive, eh?  😉 My parents were so worried that I was mute despite being told by my doctor that I was completely fine.

    Gross! I looked like a bull frog
    I guess my parents thought that they were getting a bigger dog..Whew! What a challenge that was!
    Don't look at me...I'm hideous!!
    Up close and personal.. I'm about 3 months old here.  Thank goodness I'm out of that awkward stage!
    I'm sexy and I know it!

    Wow!  This has been quite fun, and I can't wait to do it again next month!  Aren't I really cute and lovable? (side effect from hearing my parents telling me every sec).  I have many many more stories to share so please come see me again!

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    About Min

    Thank you so much for stopping by! I am Min, a Registered Dietitian, a Christ follower, a wife, and a mom to our two miracle babies! Currently, I’m having a ton of fun feeding their tummies and sharing our baby led weaning journey! Follow me on Instagram if interested in seeing daily menu as well as tips and tricks.

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    1. Gretchen @ Honey, I Shrunk the Gretchen! says

      August 18, 2012 at 6:42 pm

      AHHHH I am in love with your pup! I think Kona and Daxter need to meet ASAP and have a schanuzer-riffic party. 😀

      Reply
      • Min says

        August 19, 2012 at 2:29 am

        Haha!! Yes yes!! I wanna go to a schnauzer party!! My kind of party

        Reply
    2. Alex @ therunwithin says

      July 24, 2012 at 1:22 pm

      Holy moses that puppy just made my heart melt!

      Reply
      • Min says

        July 26, 2012 at 3:29 am

        Haha! Yup..he has that affect on people 😉

        Reply
    3. Danielle (@itsaharleyylife) says

      July 24, 2012 at 12:43 pm

      ahhhh i love kona already! (: Secret is I might have a sweet spot for dogs (:

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      • Min says

        July 26, 2012 at 3:29 am

        Yes, Danielle! That's very clear! :). Your two dogs are soo cute also!! Let's share pictures at HLS!! It's seriously just around the corner!!

        Reply
    4. myhealthyohana says

      July 24, 2012 at 2:45 am

      Aw, I love the pic of Kona when you first brought him home and he's all passed out...so relieved to be with such a loving family 🙂

      Our Kona also didn't bark at all, my in-laws had to "teach" him how to bark!

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      • Min says

        July 24, 2012 at 11:05 am

        He couldn't keep his eyes opened that first day...I remember too vividly ;). I love my lil' family :).
        Really? they had to teach him? Your Kona is so gentle..so darling!

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    5. MidwesternBite says

      July 24, 2012 at 12:27 am

      Ummm, yeah. Might just be the cutest dog ever. Even cuter than mine (don't tell her I said that please).

      Reply
      • Min says

        July 24, 2012 at 1:58 am

        Omgoodness, what happened, Joanna? Did the Destroyer already bust out of Alcatraz? 😮

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    6. rebecca @ blueberry smiles says

      July 24, 2012 at 12:08 am

      Oh. My. Goodness. KONA IS ABSOLUTELY ADORABLE!

      Reply
      • Min says

        July 24, 2012 at 1:48 am

        And so is CHARLIE!! I wish I can take Kona to the meet-up so he can mingle and socialize!

        Reply
    7. Corrie Anne says

      July 23, 2012 at 11:41 pm

      Hi Kona!!! Nice to meet you. Lol. I love reading the 23 paws!

      Reply
      • Min says

        July 24, 2012 at 1:40 am

        I know!! I had so much fun today reading and getting to know other 4-legged creatures! They sure know how to put a smile on our faces, don't they?

        Reply
    8. eatpraytri says

      July 23, 2012 at 7:13 pm

      OK I AM DYING from this cuteness. He is killing me! How do you stand it? Guinness has floppy ears too and I think it totally adds to his charm! 🙂 Thanks for participating Min! Love your support 😉

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      • Min says

        July 23, 2012 at 8:06 pm

        I know!! Love his ears and how they flop when he bounces and pushes back when he sprints :). No, Thank you for this awesome link up!!! I showed the videos to Tim also! We both got a good laugh!

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    9. Carol says

      July 23, 2012 at 10:46 pm

      What a baby. Kona is a tiny beauty. And his momma has a flair for writing. Very very enjoyable reading.

      Reply
      • Min says

        July 24, 2012 at 1:39 am

        Thanks, Carol!! You just made me blush :). He is something else, isn't he?

        Reply
    10. Lauren says

      July 23, 2012 at 4:55 pm

      Kona is so cute Min! I wanted to tell you that I'm so happy for you in your pursuit of becoming a registered dietician. I briefly pursued that before getting my degree in business. I really enjoyed the classes, but I took them during a time when I had some bad health problems, so I redirected myself to something that I could do online. I'll have to link up Gus next month! He'd love to ham it up! ;o)

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      • Min says

        July 23, 2012 at 8:02 pm

        Thanks, Lauren! Your encouragement means a lot! Do you think you will pursue it again now that your health is better? And yes!! I think it's time for Gus to be under the spotlight 🙂

        Reply
    11. Gabby says

      July 23, 2012 at 4:42 pm

      Goodness gracious, such a little cutie!

      Reply
      • Min says

        July 23, 2012 at 8:00 pm

        Can't imagine a day without looking at this adorable face 🙂

        Reply
    12. IHeartVegetables says

      July 23, 2012 at 4:39 pm

      Ah!!!! so freaking adorable!!!! 🙂

      Reply
      • Min says

        July 23, 2012 at 7:56 pm

        Thank you thank you! He sure gets a lot of attention around here with his irresistible face 😉

        Reply
    13. Brittany says

      July 23, 2012 at 8:59 pm

      Looveee, this pup is adorable!! What a cute idea.

      Reply
      • Min says

        July 24, 2012 at 1:38 am

        Thanks, Brittany! Doing this post really made me reminisce on those days when he was so adorably awkward :). How much he's grown!

        Reply
    14. Courtney says

      July 23, 2012 at 3:27 pm

      AWWWW, so cute! 😀

      Reply
      • Min says

        July 23, 2012 at 7:54 pm

        thanks! I think his head is getting bigger today 🙂

        Reply
    15. Jessica @ Fit Talker says

      July 23, 2012 at 7:49 pm

      Loved reading this! I totally smiled and had happy tears in my eyes. I love that you wrote it from Kona's perspective. Also so excited to have found a new blog to read. 🙂

      Reply
      • Min says

        July 23, 2012 at 8:07 pm

        Hi, Jessica! Welcome to my lil' space :). I'm glad Minnie and Kona brought us together!

        Reply
    16. afterdinnerdance says

      July 23, 2012 at 2:17 pm

      Oh my gosh! SO cute! Teddy was also the last of his litter and he didn't really bark at all until he was about 1 too! Puppy pics make me wish Teddy was a puppy again, but then I remember the potty training 🙂

      Reply
      • Min says

        July 23, 2012 at 7:51 pm

        Aww..do you think they didn't bark bc they were traumatized and were so grateful that we gave them a home? Haha..yes..potty training...

        Reply
    17. sprint2thetable says

      July 23, 2012 at 7:09 pm

      What a sweet baby! I love mini anything. I don't know how you keep from squeezing him to death! 🙂

      Reply
      • Min says

        July 23, 2012 at 8:04 pm

        Oh, I don't!! 🙂
        I'm always hugging, squeezing, kissing him. My mom doesn't like to watch him when we're away...She says I turned him into a needy boy. Sounds about right..He has no concept of personal space 😉 Oops..

        Reply
    18. Laurie @ Love, Laugh, Laurie says

      July 23, 2012 at 1:39 pm

      Oh my gosh!!! So so adorable! Love the puppy pics!

      Reply
      • Min says

        July 23, 2012 at 7:49 pm

        So is Milo!! Love him!!

        Reply
    19. Yoonie says

      July 23, 2012 at 4:41 pm

      Ya know looking back at those pictures, he was actually kinda cute!! Jk
      I know what that little Kones buddy means to you and for that i am always so thankful.

      Reply
      • Min says

        July 23, 2012 at 7:57 pm

        Hey now! He's always been cute!!! 😮
        I know..he sure got me through some rough times..Love him to pieces! So treat him good!!

        Reply
    20. Brittany says

      July 23, 2012 at 4:29 pm

      How precious!! Kona is so cute! I so wish we could have animals, but right now we don't have the space. BIG bummer!

      Reply
      • Min says

        July 28, 2012 at 10:21 pm

        He may be little, but he sure is a fixture in this household! Yea.. it was much harder to raise Kona at our previous place. He seems a lot happier here and that makes us happy 🙂

        Reply
    21. Carrie says

      July 23, 2012 at 2:38 pm

      OMG! I love Miniature Schnauzers. We used to have 2 and one had floppy ears. You are the most adorable guy, Kona!

      Reply
      • Min says

        July 23, 2012 at 7:53 pm

        Aww, thanks! You know, I've realized that mini schnauzers always seem to be owned in pairs. But I think Kona's happy that he gets all the love. He's quite the jealous one 😉

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