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I wonder if many of you know of Joan Briggs' series of Bichon Frise books?  These are not your typical "ABOUT THE BICHON FRISE" book, what with history, standard, grooming et al.  These are heartwarming stories about 4 Bichons who took over Joan & Derek's lives (as you would expect Bichons to....)
These are moving chronicles that anyone *owned* by a Bichon will identify with. Inspired by Miss Abigail (who has since gone to the Rainbow Bridge), Joan released the first (in an expanding series of) Bichon Frise book(s) in 1996.? If you're as besotted about the breed in general and about your own Bichon as I am, you'll love Joan's books.? Filled with love, humor and sensitivity, these Bichon Frise books ~ 8 to-date! ~ will bring smiles (some chuckles too!) and perhaps tears.? Treat yourself and order one (you gotta start with BOOK #1 THE BICHON BUG) today... call it an early Christmas present *wink*I have all 8 books btw.... I have read them all and love every single one of them.? Some books I have read thrice over. If & when you do order the books, and enjoy them, tell other (Bichon) friends about it   10% of THE BICHON BUG's cover price is donated to Bichon Frise Rescue in the UK (in memory of Miss Abigail) Visit the Briggs' website for order information.?  Click on button above. |
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« Reply #1 on: September 16, 2005, 01:04:39 PM » |
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Thanks, Del!!! I have seen her books a long time ago, but had forgotten about them - I will have to get one for myself today! |
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« Reply #2 on: September 16, 2005, 01:05:34 PM » |
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Okay, dumb question??? What does IMO mean?  |
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« Reply #3 on: September 16, 2005, 01:12:41 PM » |
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Sorry about the Internet-lingo.... IMO stands for In My Opinion  IMHO means In My Humble Opinion  Now you know Had to squeeze my (big-fat  ) opinion in the title, hence "IMO" PS: Here's your sprinkle from  for today! |
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« Reply #4 on: September 16, 2005, 01:23:00 PM » |
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« Reply #5 on: September 16, 2005, 02:08:26 PM » |
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Del, you didn't mention your hubby and Bianca were featured on her website!  What a cute pic of them "reading" the book  . Now THAT'S o.t.t!!  |
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« Reply #6 on: September 16, 2005, 03:34:38 PM » |
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Thank you for the link. I have just placed an order.
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« Reply #7 on: September 18, 2005, 04:41:56 PM » |
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Hi everyone-i have read all the Joan briggs books-they are fantastic!! Just come back from our hols and miffy went to my mum and she got so spoilt!!! She has put on weight and now is unable to fit through the cat flap1 Mum loves Miffy to bits but I think too many treats have been given. She cried when i had to have miffy back which made me feel bad! i know if our Australia trip goes to plan then Miffy will be loved so much by my mum so I believe she will be better staying in England with her but obviously i will have to remind her that she must not overfeed!! who could not love these beautiful little dogs anyway!! I will off course miss miffy so much if I go to Australia but could'nt put her through the flight or the quarentine :clap:I like the updated site-well done! |
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« Reply #8 on: September 18, 2005, 06:18:06 PM » |
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Hi Deborah-Ann! That is so great that you have a mum that loves your Miffy so dearly!?  ? It will sure make your heart rest easier if you go to Australia! Isn't the updated site great!? I new thread was started in the photo gallery of "Members and their Bichons".? Make sure you post a picture of Miffy and yourself!!? It's been real fun "meeting" everybody!? |
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« Reply #9 on: January 31, 2007, 02:44:59 PM » |
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I know this is an old post, but I just found it.
I did see Ed on the page there, reading to Bianca. How Cool!
I'm going to start begging Jim to get me a book from here.
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« Reply #12 on: February 01, 2007, 05:12:08 PM » |
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*********************ΒeňĵĩśМommy********************* ***A Delicious Creation*** |
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« Reply #14 on: February 07, 2007, 01:14:01 AM » |
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« Reply #15 on: February 09, 2007, 01:05:41 AM » |
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« Reply #16 on: April 29, 2007, 12:41:01 AM » |
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So lost with this post...but I guess that's what happens when you're a newbie  hehe
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« Reply #18 on: July 11, 2007, 12:10:55 AM » |
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So lost with this post...but I guess that's what happens when you're a newbie hehe
You'll come across many posts like this lol... we always tend to joke around and make no sense haha.. I am sure you will understand once you become addicted to this place!!!  |
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« Reply #19 on: February 04, 2008, 04:07:11 AM » |
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Got those three books but must seriously play catchup - great books!
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« Reply #21 on: November 12, 2008, 04:30:48 PM » |
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Ive read all of them, there amazing.  I read them two or three times, then I donated them to our Bichon Fun day as a raffle prize. It was a great day and we raised more than £900 for Bichon rescue  |
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« Reply #24 on: December 14, 2008, 12:33:13 PM » |
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Thanks Lainey. I would have kept them but I had read them all three times and I felt someone else should enjoy them as much as I did. Also Henry's Fund needs money more than i need books.  I hope you enjoyed them Marilyn. I forgot to put a box of tissues in with them,  sorry |
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« Reply #25 on: December 14, 2008, 12:58:58 PM » |
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I'm on the third book and loving them, chuckling away at their little antics, i feel as if i know Miss Abigail, Henry and now Chas. I'm not looking forward to the sad bits i know i'll  |
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« Reply #27 on: December 15, 2008, 06:46:49 AM » |
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Your in for a treat Del. I'm hoping joan writes a new one soon |
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Thank you Terri :-) |
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« Reply #29 on: December 15, 2008, 07:18:42 PM » |
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Lainey-i needed your box of hankies today-just finished the fifth book, tears were pouring out for Abigail |
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thanks Terri |
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« Reply #31 on: February 25, 2009, 04:40:55 AM » |
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I  Joans books  Ive read them all three times I do hope she writes some more |
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« Reply #32 on: February 25, 2009, 05:33:48 AM » |
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I have a copy of Joan Briggs last book ( and understand she is NOT going to write any more). It's called "The 5th Bichon" and it was given to me by a good friend along with some other "Bichon"-related stuff to sell to raise money for Toby's cataract op. Sadly it never sold. If anyone would like it I will post it to them.
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« Reply #33 on: February 25, 2009, 08:56:03 AM » |
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« Reply #35 on: February 25, 2009, 03:41:00 PM » |
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I've read all Joans books and loved them, some of mine are still winging their way around the World I believe. Sad that she won't be writing another.
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« Reply #36 on: February 26, 2009, 04:41:32 PM » |
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I enjoyed them as well. Passed mine to Sandrra if I remember correctly.
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« Reply #37 on: May 18, 2010, 01:04:20 AM » |
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I have just come across this thread and think these books look fabulous! I am trying to figure how much $120 US dollars would be in NZ dollars and how much they would cost to order from the Uk to get to NZ  All those newies who havent seen Ed reading a goodnite story to Bianca should take a look. So very sweet!  |
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« Reply #38 on: May 18, 2010, 04:15:29 AM » |
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Lorraine i dont read books but Lainey gave me a loan of her Joan Briggs books a few years ago. They are really good, i loved reading about how she got her first bichon and all the lovely walks they went on. Then she was bitten by the bichon bug and one was not enough, then they got involved in rescue. I could just picture some of the things happening and visited their website and read about their fluffs there They make you and |
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