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The newest grandbaby in my life is a little girl named Frankie.

Frankie has four legs and is one of 12 sheepadoodle puppies born around Christmas. She is covered with striking, color-blocked, black and white fluff, which makes her look like a stuffed toy. She’s so cute, it’s impossible not to fall in love with her.