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Young House Love » Our Second House » Oh Snap.

| By Sherry Petersik | March 22, 2011 | 584 Comments

Oh Snap.

And now for a behind the scenes ceramic animal related story. While we were working on this…

Broke Dog John Working

… this happened:

Broke Dog Full

Since I’m still not ready to talk (or write) about it in depth, here’s John’s depiction of how the tragedy occurred:

Broke Dog Cartoon

Alas, my favorite giant ceramic dog (snagged from HomeGoods three years ago for just 29 bucks) sadly lost his face. In the words of the world’s most famous blogger, it sucked and then I cried.

Broke Dog Head Shattered

Yes, there’s a candle lit vigil in progress. Goodbye Mr. Ceramic Dog. You were a wonderful pet. Never had to clean up after you once. Until this happened.

Broke Dog Pieces

I might try to glue him back together (although some of the pieces are pretty tiny). Until then I’ll be found shaking, crying, and whispering “why?”

Just kidding, I’ll live.

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Comments

  1. Avatar for Carla @ I Run, You RunCarla @ I Run, You Run says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:38 pm

    Oh no! I bet someone out there can find you a replacement, no? (It’s ok to offer to replace a fake pet, right?)

    Reply
  2. Avatar for NicoleNicole says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:38 pm

    omg. I don’t even know what to say. :-(

    Reply
  3. Avatar for SaraSara says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:39 pm

    Oh no, that’s so sad! It’s almost disturbing to see him without his face like that. =(

    I do like the drawing depicting the tragedy though. =)

    Reply
  4. Avatar for NatalieNatalie says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:39 pm

    That is tragic! However, I did laugh at the dog’s expression in John’s drawing. I will forever be on the lookout for ceramic dogs when I shop at HomeGoods now!

    Reply
  5. Avatar for MelodyMelody says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:39 pm

    Sherry, I feel devastated too. That dog was always synonymous with your blog – at least, to me it was…

    Reply
  6. Avatar for Cheryl McInerneyCheryl McInerney says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:39 pm

    That is sooo sad!

    Reply
  7. Avatar for AmberAmber says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:40 pm

    Mr.ceramic dog may you rest in peace. You will never be forgotten. Maybe replaced, but never forgotten.

    Reply
    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      March 22, 2011 at 2:58 pm

      Haha. True.

      xo,
      s

  8. Avatar for CorinneCorinne says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:40 pm

    While John’s lovely drawing is quite amusing, the loss of a loved ceramic pet is heartbreaking. *internet hugs*

    Reply
  9. Avatar for JanaJana says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:40 pm

    :( That stinks! Think you can find another one at Home Goods?

    Reply
    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      March 22, 2011 at 2:58 pm

      Maybe…

      xo,
      s

  10. Avatar for JMJEJMJE says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:41 pm

    My co-workers probably think I’m crazy because I just busted out laughing when I saw that drawing. Awesome. I love how long john’s legs are. I actually did a similar type drawing on my blog today. I’m sorry for your loss.

    Reply
    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      March 22, 2011 at 2:58 pm

      Those legs are to scale. They’re really that long. Haha.

      xo,
      s

  11. Avatar for KristenKristen says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:41 pm

    Such a tragedy. You should at least attempt to glue him back together…such a great pet deserves at least that much. Also, I think John’s illustrations should become more common…very helpful in picturing scenes.

    Reply
  12. Avatar for MelindaMelinda says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:41 pm

    Oh man! That’s the sorta thing where you tell yourself it’s only “stuff” but you still feel majorly bummed about. What a “ruff” way to go! (It was John, with the gallery art, in the hallway!)

    Reply
  13. Avatar for ChelseaChelsea says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:41 pm

    Oh no! R.I.P., sweet ceramic doggie.

    Reply
  14. Avatar for jane andreassenjane andreassen says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:42 pm

    This may be too early but… there is a light aqua ceramic dog at pier 1 (doesn’t seem to be online).

    Reply
    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      March 22, 2011 at 2:57 pm

      Ooh. Sounds intriguing…

      xo,
      s

    • Avatar for MelanieMelanie says

      March 22, 2011 at 4:16 pm

      That was going to be my suggestion as well! Since we lost our tall ceramic look alike in the fire, I’ve had my eyes on this guy: http://www.pier1.com/Catalog/Seasonal/Seasonal/tabid/467/CategoryID/92/List/0/catpagesize/0/Level/a/ProductID/29125/ProductName/Ceramic-Dog/Default.aspx.

  15. Avatar for julie g.julie g. says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:42 pm

    So funny…the missing dog was actually the first thing I noticed when the Gallery Wall post went up because that pooch was paw-fect! If only I could trade in my two boxers for two of those.

    Reply
  16. Avatar for loreejoloreejo says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:42 pm

    since the rest of him is still looking perfect, is it possible you could just hang a really cute hat on his “head” for a really gauche accent?

    Reply
    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      March 22, 2011 at 2:55 pm

      Haha, that’s it! I just need one of those feather boa top hats!

      xo,
      s

  17. Avatar for SarahSarah says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:43 pm

    So sad, I seriously said, “Oh NO!” out loud and sat, open mouthed, staring at my computer :(

    Reply
  18. Avatar for KitKit says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:43 pm

    devastating.

    i do think this drawing should have a place on the wall (at the scene of the crime)

    Reply
    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      March 22, 2011 at 2:55 pm

      Totally! We framed it. In fact you can see it if you click back to the frame reveal post!

      xo,
      s

  19. Avatar for Sarah RaySarah Ray says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:44 pm

    oh no! i know how fond you were of your ceramic pup. on a bright note, your gallery wall inspired me to make my own mirrored gallery wall.

    http://girlandgreatdane.blogspot.com/2011/03/well-spent-fifty-three-cents.html

    Reply
    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      March 22, 2011 at 2:54 pm

      So charming! And so awesomely cheap.

      xo,
      s

  20. Avatar for shannashanna says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:44 pm

    Oh no! That is so sad!

    May I suggest adding a pic of Mr. Ceramic Dog to the picture wall so that he may live on forever?

    Reply
    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      March 22, 2011 at 2:52 pm

      We actually framed John’s drawing of “the incident” (on the top of the frame arrangement). Haha love it.

      xo,
      s

    • Avatar for RandiRandi says

      March 22, 2011 at 2:57 pm

      So glad you’ll be able to enjoy that drawing every day! It’s hilarious!!

  21. Avatar for bridget b.bridget b. says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:44 pm

    let’s have a moment of silence…..

    now that that’s over, that drawing (and this post) produced some laugh out loud moments. way to turn your traumatic experience into a humorous post.

    Reply
  22. Avatar for ClaireClaire says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:44 pm

    You crack me up! I have had lots of home revamp casualties…they totally suck and I always cry like a baby until I remind myself to not be so materialistic! He was uber cute too :/ Maybe his ceramic pieces can be turned into some mosaic project!

    Reply
  23. Avatar for ChristineChristine says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:44 pm

    So sad! I loved that guy. If you can glue him back together, do it! It’ll just add character. (Or maybe be very disturbing. :)))

    Reply
  24. Avatar for PatriciaPatricia says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:44 pm

    I know this isn’t the right time to laugh but that drawing had me laughing out loud for a good 30 min. I’m still smiling about it. LOL

    Reply
  25. Avatar for Katy BKaty B says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:45 pm

    You could glue on the big pieces, then fill in the cracks with that stuff they use to fix broken mouldings. What is that stuff called?…That I do not know, but if you look on This Old House (or have you boycotted) you could probably find it easily. Then you could spray paint the whole thing glossy white.
    Sure you have a blog to write, a child to tend to, and a list of other projects…but I have to think something you love that much is worth it.

    Reply
  26. Avatar for AshleyAshley says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:45 pm

    I agree… amazing drawing! All good things must come to an end but at least it wasn’t due to Clara climbing around on it and getting hurt.

    Reply
  27. Avatar for brandt @ NewHouseOnTheBlogbrandt @ NewHouseOnTheBlog says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:46 pm

    March 22, 2011. A day that will live in canine infamy.

    My condolences to your broken pup. Hopefully Burger knows it was an accident, and not a sign of things to come!

    A legacy has ended in the Petersik household.

    Reply
  28. Avatar for AliAli says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:46 pm

    Rest in peace (or pieces?), ceramic greyhound. You will be missed. :(

    Reply
  29. Avatar for Allison JagAllison Jag says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:46 pm

    OH NO!! I just gasped and my boss thought something was wrong – “Is everyone okay?!”

    No boss, every *ceramic dog* is not okay. :( (now don’t come over and look at me reading blogs while I should be working) :P

    Reply
    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      March 22, 2011 at 2:51 pm

      Haha, you guys are making my giggle over here. Thanks for the laughs!

      xo,
      s

  30. Avatar for HannaHanna says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:46 pm

    Awwwww. Hugs for you! :( And for John, I know he must feel like crud.

    Reply
  31. Avatar for LizLiz says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:46 pm

    I mean, you could always glue as many pieces as you can back, fill the holes and spray paint it. It’s a little industrious but not completely un-doable.

    Reply
  32. Avatar for ZoëZoë says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:47 pm

    Is it sad that my jaw dropped open when I saw the second pic? I know how much you loved that dog. Poor, poor puppy.

    Reply
  33. Avatar for NicoleNicole says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:47 pm

    NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!! I LOOOVE THAT DOGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGG :(

    Reply
  34. Avatar for Caitlin @ Desert DomicileCaitlin @ Desert Domicile says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:48 pm

    Oh no!!! May he rest in pieces ;)

    Reply
  35. Avatar for LindsayLindsay says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:48 pm

    Aww so sorry Sherry!

    Reply
  36. Avatar for VeronicaVeronica says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:48 pm

    I actually gasped when I saw his broken face! So sad.

    Reply
  37. Avatar for Amanda- Hip House GirlAmanda- Hip House Girl says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:48 pm

    Saaaaad. I’m so glad I had the diagram though- it was really helpful.

    Reply
    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      March 22, 2011 at 2:50 pm

      Hahahah. That totally cheered me up. John sure knows how to diffuse a ceramic-dog-death situation.

      xo,
      s

  38. Avatar for StephanieStephanie says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:49 pm

    That’s terrible! Poor poochie:( You sound like you are taking it pretty well though.

    Reply
  39. Avatar for LaurieLaurie says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:49 pm

    I thought he was more white. I’ve been walking past a similar one (white) in my Home Goods in MD for a couple of weeks. Always reminds me of you guys. I bounce back and forth between 2 different Home Goods all the time so I’m not sure which one it was, but it is either Columbia, MD or Waugh Chapel.

    Reply
  40. Avatar for Alicia MAlicia M says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:50 pm

    You have my condolences. I am so sorry for your loss, that really sucks! :(

    Reply
  41. Avatar for MeaganMeagan says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:51 pm

    I had wonder where he had disappear to. How sad that this is why he dissappear. I hope you can find another…search ebay or something…this is depressing.

    Reply
  42. Avatar for Sarah @ The Strength of FaithSarah @ The Strength of Faith says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:51 pm

    Sherry I am so sorry for your loss!

    Reply
  43. Avatar for JessicaJessica says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:51 pm

    OH NO!!! So sad…

    Reply
  44. Avatar for DesireeDesiree says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:52 pm

    Oh no! Who would have thought that your first ceramic casualty would come not at the hands of your baby but…..your husband!!

    Did you see it happen? Did John do the slo-mo eyes wide open, what-have-I-done, Sherry-please-don’t-kill-me look? My husband does that when he KNOWS he messed up and for whatever reason it helps me get over it faster.

    RIP Mr. Giant Doggie.

    Reply
    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      March 22, 2011 at 2:55 pm

      Yup, I saw it happen. And I froze and covered my face and there were actual tears and John felt terrible so I started laughing and then he drew me that drawing and it was so funny we framed it. Sometimes you just have to laugh.

      xo,
      s

    • Avatar for annabelvitaannabelvita says

      March 22, 2011 at 3:00 pm

      “Oh no! Who would have thought that your first ceramic casualty would come not at the hands of your baby but…..your husband!!” this is what I was going to say!
      Well done John for making you laugh about it.
      RIP ceramic friend.

  45. Avatar for SallySally says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:52 pm

    So sad about the dog!

    But a quick question about the sunset photo on the lower left hand side – is it sideways?

    Reply
    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      March 22, 2011 at 2:53 pm

      Yup, that was when we were hanging the frames with whatever was already in them (the art later got switched out so it made more sense).

      xo,
      s

  46. Avatar for AndreaAndrea says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:53 pm

    This is off topic but have you seen this blog ???

    http://www.design-seeds.com/

    Sorry for your loss, I hope burger is not scared for his life !

    Reply
    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      March 22, 2011 at 2:57 pm

      Gorgeous! Thanks for the link!

      xo,
      s

  47. Avatar for EmilyEmily says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:53 pm

    I’m sad for you :( but it did cross my mind that now would be the perfect opportunity to hunt down that gigantic ceramic dog from “Friends.” You know, not to replace old friends but to make new :-p

    Reply
    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      March 22, 2011 at 2:56 pm

      Sounds like a good plan!

      xo,
      s

  48. Avatar for Amanda @ Our Huble A{Bowe}dAmanda @ Our Huble A{Bowe}d says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:53 pm

    That’s too bad. It’s a good thing you have a concrete replacement :) At least Clara didn’t break it…

    Reply
  49. Avatar for AnastasiaAnastasia says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:53 pm

    So sad! It is amazing how attached we get to some of the decor in our homes! If you can’t glue him back together you can probably find his/her? twin. I’ve seen that same ceramic dog in a shop here in Minneapolis recently so I’m sure that you can find another one. Hopefully for just as good of a price!

    Reply
  50. Avatar for John BJohn B says

    March 22, 2011 at 2:53 pm

    I’m surprised John told you he broke it…instead of just trying to save face…

    Reply
    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      March 22, 2011 at 2:56 pm

      Hahahahahaha. You know I love a good pun.

      xo,
      s

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