A very happy Dog of the Day to you, beautiful Lucy Jane! It sure sounds as though your Mom found her heart dog, the dog she had waited her entire life for! Your Mom may have thought she wanted a "big dog," but then came YOU! hehe And as your Mom says, while you may be "mini" in size, in heart and spirit and in all ways meaningful, you rank right up there with the "big" kids! We're always singing the praises and priceless rewards of rescue here on Pet Talk, and happy ending, success stories such as yours are the reason why! Congratulations on finally, after an unconscionably abusive early life, finding your way to the most loving and caring of forever homes, the home and family you so rightly deserve! Much love, and lots of hugs and kisses to you beautiful Lucy Jane on being crowned our extra special, Sunday honoree! I wish for you a very special, fun filled day of celebration with your proud family and a lifetime of love and happiness!