A Tale of Two Pyrenees: Oso and Lexie’s Journey to Sweet Bee Artisan Boards 🐾
At Sweet Bee Artisan Boards, our work is inspired by the things that matter most—family, heritage, faith, and the bonds we share with those we love, both human and animal. Today, we want to introduce you to two very special members of our Sweet Bee family: Oso and Lexie, Shawn’s loyal Great Pyrenees companions.
Oso’s Arrival: A Serendipitous Encounter
Five years ago, during the uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic, Oso wandered into Shawn’s life. This gentle giant had escaped from his previous home and found his way into Shawn’s backyard, where he quickly made himself comfortable. Despite not being his dog, Shawn couldn’t help but care for Oso as if he were already part of the family. He provided Oso with a bed, a bath, and plenty of love, all while trying to track down his owners.
After a week of searching through Facebook, neighborhood apps, and social media, Shawn finally located Oso’s original owners. They were surprised and touched by the care Shawn had shown their dog, especially since Oso wasn’t his to begin with. They shared that they had originally gotten Oso as a cute fluffball, but as he grew, they found he was too big for their home. Although Shawn offered to keep Oso, the owners initially declined, taking him back home.
“And just like that, Oso found his forever home.”
But fate had other plans. A week later, the owners called back, this time with a change of heart. They had decided that Oso would be better off with Shawn, who had already shown so much care for him. In exchange for getting a smaller dog for their family, they agreed to let Oso stay with Shawn. And just like that, Oso found his forever home.
Lexie Joins the Family
A year after Oso’s arrival, another special companion joined the Sweet Bee family. Lexie, another Great Pyrenees, came into Shawn’s life through the North Texas Pyrenees Rescue. Her previous owners had to give her up, but she quickly found her place with Shawn and Oso. From the moment they met, Oso and Lexie formed an unbreakable bond, becoming best friends and constant companions.
Lexie (left) with her best bud Oso (right)
The Heart of Sweet Bee
Oso and Lexie are more than just pets—they’re part of the heart and soul of Sweet Bee Artisan Boards. These two gentle giants bring endless joy to Shawn’s life and have become a source of inspiration for the love and care that goes into every board we craft. Just as Oso and Lexie found their forever home with Shawn, we hope that each of our handcrafted boards finds its place in your home, bringing with it warmth, care, and a piece of our story.
At Sweet Bee Artisan Boards, we believe in the importance of connection—whether it’s the connection between family, friends, or the loyal companions who walk beside us. Oso and Lexie remind us every day of the beauty of these bonds, and we’re grateful to have them as part of our journey.
Thank you for being a part of the Sweet Bee family. We hope you enjoyed getting to know Oso and Lexie, and we look forward to sharing more stories from our hearts to yours.
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—Phoebe & Shawn
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