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last week I did a post announcing the demise of my poor bunny Popeye, who had apparently succumbed to a strange-but-unmentionable terminal illness. the real purpose of the post was to show what disaster can happen with copic markers in the hands of foolish and unprepared, but a few people found the post offense and I removed it. I'm here to have fun, not to cause controversy, and the post wasn't terribly important to anyone.
however. .
apparently, I was over-reacting to poor Popeye's affliction and it's fatal outcome.
soon after the photo shoot, I heard a small noise behind me, and turned to find Popeye standing, dusting himself off. he'd only fainted from the lights, he informed me, and didn't appriecate being made fun of, or having his photo taken in ignominious postitions while he was passed out. frankly, the episode put a quite a strain on our relationship, and this morning he announced his intention to defect to the home of a local couple, where he was going to star as a 40th wedding anniversary present and live happily ever after. he also mentioned that he was quite taken with the name 'Smudge' and was changing his name as well
Smudge is show here doing his happy dance :dance: :dance: :dance:
and here he is last seen 'taking his leaf and leaving' - as he put it,
I'd like to offer a warm thanks to all those who posted, PM'd and emailed with offers of support, condolences and ideas for Smudge's revivial, all were taken to heart. fortunately, in our bunnyland, there is always a happy ending! :rose:
ps - never underestimate the value of a good story when selling a piece 
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Waggle BearsI'm so happy Smudge only fainted :dance: :dance: :dance: but I can quite understand how he would be pretty darn upset with you 
for posting his not-so-flattering pictures for all to see. I'm so glad he'll be going to a home where he will be treated with respect and love. You just better hope he doesn't tell his friends about you.
FenBeary Folk:crackup: :crackup: :crackup: and here was me thinking you had done a bunny to mouth resuss on him
I am glad Smudge has found a home to love him and as Marlys says you had better watch out, you may have a bunny picket line outside, with Smudge organising a boycott :crackup: :crackup: :crackup:
Sophie Z'Ours:dance: :dance: :dance: :dance: :dance: :dance: :dance: :dance: :dance: :dance:
Yeah, well done Popeye!
Beary hugs,
Sophie.
Dolls N DreamsAwwwwww that is wonderful news, I thought he was adorable!!! He will make a wonderful gift!
Bears by EdieGreat news re Smudge, aka Popeye! He is so darling and totally deserves a new appreciative home. I love the rear view of him leaving - the airbrush detail looks so realistic I can't think how you ever thought he was a failure! (although I still like the black and white version the best and still think you should do a repeat of that!) :clap: :clap:
desertmountainbearEven ugly bunnies deserve a good home, and beauty is always in the eyes of the beholder right? I always thought he was cute
Joanne
PottersHouse BearsI'm sitting here looking at Smudge and thinking "This is your mistake?" You just have way too much talent apparently. You should see some of my mistakes. They are beyond any kind of salvage job. I would never guess that Smudge was a mistake. He looks great.
Past Time Bears:clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap:
Bear Paws by RoxanneI'm here to have fun, not to cause controversy,
And fun we should all have Kelly! I totally enjoyed your story about Popeye, and even more of him falling from the table!! :crackup:
I seem to have that problem too, just when I have my bear in the perfect position. A gust of wind comes up, or a fly lands on it's nose. 
Thank you for the giggle today. With a giggle and a smile, the world is a better place. :hug: 
I agree with Sue....the bunnies could be out there handing out information to do a sit in outside the studio!!!! I thought he was ADORABLE!!! Mistake?? I think not!
JeannieB Bears:dance: :dance: :dance:
I'm happy to hear "Smudge" has a hoppy ending and new home!!
Hugs,
JeannieB 
Mutz's Tootsz Bears & BudsYea! Smudge! I still think he is a cutie!
Amy 
Strange BearsKelly
I think that little white tail flash, to you from Smudge , says it all on his leaving. That will teach you to more respectful in future to bunnys of talent and charm!! AND i'm sure that if he ever gets over his fainting spells Smudge will be sure to make a living on the stage.......he certainly knows how to play to the camera 
bearhugs
When you do let me know...... I have some handsome males !!!!!
it you do not explore or make mistakes you will never learn so says I, who is the chief mistake maker and has the itchy fingers who will not leave things as is.
Lynette
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Kelly you clever marketer you!! So glad Smudge has a lovely Happily Ever After Must admit to wanting to adopt him myself
And I agree, if you don't play, you don't learn, and even 'mistakes' can find their loving homes.
Baird'sBears:clap: Well done, Smudge--there's a bunny with Rabbitude!*
I'm going to miss that post you deleted, Kelly. 
*The snarkiness of the true rabbit, as opposed to the soft and cuddly hype.
LuxembearsKelly , I found your story charming and entertaining. I love it! :clap: :clap: :clap:
And I am ever so pleased to hear that you and Smudge have cleared up your misunderstanding . Don't you just love happy endings.
Chaska, MinnesotaI love a happy ending.... :dance:
Woodbury Park Bearsyour a clever man Mr Dean :crackup: in more ways than one
Raewyn 
MerBear Originalsso glad he survived to hop again - and it sounds like he hopped into clover!
Marion
Such a fun story and glad that Smudge has found a new home.
Hugs
Carolyn
