Monday, December 31, 2012
Project 52: Week 52 - LAST PHOTO!
It's been fun, Project 52! Fifty-two weeks of photos now come to an end. As we put this year to sleep, we anxiously await the awesomeness that WILL be 2013 Goodnight 2012....
Saturday, December 29, 2012
Friday, December 28, 2012
Sunday, December 16, 2012
Sunday, December 9, 2012
Project 52: Week 49
Cone of Shame. First time she's ever had to wear it. But thanks to minor surgery to remove a tumor on her paw, here she is. It's a right of passage for all dogs. She'll survive.
Saturday, December 8, 2012
Thursday, December 6, 2012
Tuesday, December 4, 2012
Monday, December 3, 2012
Thursday, November 29, 2012
Monday, November 26, 2012
Saturday, November 24, 2012
Sunday, November 18, 2012
Thursday, November 15, 2012
Friday, November 9, 2012
Project 52: Week 44
It's getting cold outside. And Sam doesn't like the cold. Thus, she plants herself in front of the space heater every chance she gets.
Tuesday, November 6, 2012
Wednesday, October 31, 2012
Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Monday, October 22, 2012
Friday, October 12, 2012
Tuesday, October 9, 2012
Saturday, October 6, 2012
Monday, September 24, 2012
Saturday, September 22, 2012
Thursday, September 20, 2012
Saturday, September 15, 2012
Project 52: Week 36
Sometimes...she just stares at me. And stares, and stares. Weirdo! Love her though :)
Saturday, September 8, 2012
Tuesday, September 4, 2012
Monday, September 3, 2012
Saturday, September 1, 2012
Wednesday, August 29, 2012
Email Forward: A Dog's Purpose (from a 6-year-old)
Being a veterinarian, I had been called to examine a
ten-year-old Irish Wolfhound named Belker. The dog's owners, Ron, his wife
Lisa, and their little boy Shane, were all very attached to Belker, and they
were hoping for a miracle.
I examined Belker and found he was dying of cancer. I told the family we couldn't do anything for Belker, and offered to perform the euthanasia procedure for the old dog in their home.
As we made arrangements, Ron and Lisa told me they thought it would be good for six-year-old Shane to observe the procedure. They felt as though Shane might learn something from the experience.
The next day, I felt the familiar catch in my throat as Belker's family surrounded him. Shane seemed so calm, petting the old dog for the last time, that I wondered if he understood what was going on. Within a few minutes, Belker slipped peacefully away.
The little boy seemed to accept Belker's transition without any difficulty or confusion. We sat together for a while after Belker's Death, wondering aloud about the sad fact that animal lives are shorter than human lives.
Shane, who had been listening quietly, piped up, "I know why."
Startled, we all turned to him. What came out of his mouth next stunned me. I'd never heard a more comforting explanation. It has changed the way I try and live.
He said, "People are born so that they can learn how to live a good life -- like loving everybody all the time and being nice, right?" The Six-year-old continued,
"Well, dogs already know how to do that, so they don't have to stay as long."
Remember, if a dog was the teacher you would learn things like:
I examined Belker and found he was dying of cancer. I told the family we couldn't do anything for Belker, and offered to perform the euthanasia procedure for the old dog in their home.
As we made arrangements, Ron and Lisa told me they thought it would be good for six-year-old Shane to observe the procedure. They felt as though Shane might learn something from the experience.
The next day, I felt the familiar catch in my throat as Belker's family surrounded him. Shane seemed so calm, petting the old dog for the last time, that I wondered if he understood what was going on. Within a few minutes, Belker slipped peacefully away.
The little boy seemed to accept Belker's transition without any difficulty or confusion. We sat together for a while after Belker's Death, wondering aloud about the sad fact that animal lives are shorter than human lives.
Shane, who had been listening quietly, piped up, "I know why."
Startled, we all turned to him. What came out of his mouth next stunned me. I'd never heard a more comforting explanation. It has changed the way I try and live.
He said, "People are born so that they can learn how to live a good life -- like loving everybody all the time and being nice, right?" The Six-year-old continued,
"Well, dogs already know how to do that, so they don't have to stay as long."
Remember, if a dog was the teacher you would learn things like:
- When loved ones come home, always run to greet them;
- Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride;
- Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure Ecstasy;
- Take naps;
- Stretch before rising;
- Run, romp, and play daily;
- Thrive on attention and let people touch you;
- Avoid biting when a simple growl will do;
- On warm days, stop to lie on your back on the grass;
- On hot days, drink lots of water and lie under a shady tree;
- When you're happy, dance around and wag your entire body;
- Delight in the simple joy of a long walk;
- Be loyal;
- Never pretend to be something you're not;
- If what you want lies buried, dig until you find it;
- When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by, and nuzzle them gently;
There comes a time in life, when you walk away from all the drama and people who create it. You surround yourself with people who make you laugh, forget the bad, and focus on the good. So, love the people who treat you right.
Think good thoughts for the ones who don't. Life is too short to be anything but happy.
Falling down is part of LIFE...
Getting back up is LIVING...
Friday, August 24, 2012
Saturday, August 18, 2012
Friday, August 10, 2012
Saturday, August 4, 2012
Friday, July 27, 2012
Saturday, July 21, 2012
Monday, July 2, 2012
Project 52: Week 26
Got a new super fancy camera and took this shot of Sam. She's a beauty! (The camera. Ok, the dog too, but the camera is def super awesome). ;)
Happy 4th!
Wishing everyone an early Happy and safe 4th of July. Here's a funny comic I saw on Facebook. Couldn't be more true when it comes to Samoa the Dog!
Sunday, June 24, 2012
Sunday, June 10, 2012
Tuesday, June 5, 2012
Monday, June 4, 2012
Monday, May 28, 2012
Project 52: Week 22
Today we remember the brave men and women of the United States Armed Forces we lost in the fight for our freedom. And thank those who continue the fight. #MemorialDay
Friday, May 25, 2012
Project 52: Week 21
More Dean Russo art. Love the beautiful pictures and positive images/messages about a great breed.
Friday, May 18, 2012
Monday, May 7, 2012
Saturday, May 5, 2012
Sunday, April 29, 2012
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