I never enlisted in the military. Just wasn’t something that I wanted to do. But…my dad was in the Army, I had a brother retire from the Navy after 20 years, and my other two brothers also were in the military. I have three cousins, three uncles, one aunt, and my grandpa all served. So,...
I’ve got a nice cup o’ java going, had some yoghurt and then realized I was sort of peeved…. I’m so done with having to consider if I should drive to a dog event to shoot some fun pictures because my capital investment return on a tank of gas would be so low that I...
I was watching AI and I began to think again about the upcoming Specialties. AI, for those who don’t know, is American Idol {of course, what else!}. First, for those who lurk, for those who aren’t a member of the parent clubs, or for those who have never been….get in the car and drive! Go...
Well, I’m not really on a train to CT but I wish I were. Its Sunday evening and I’m on my way to work in PA. It sucks. Big time. BIG TIME. But I’m keeping my chin up because in one week, I’ll be heading up to CT for the ABMC Nationals. I know that...
It’s Paris and Nino! I finally got around to taking some pics of my own dogs. Good day, decent light, and some inviting looking poochies
Well, to say the least, response to the Ivan blog entry has been overwhelming! I found one additional picture of Ivan with Angela from last weekend that I thought I would post for all.
April 13, 2008 - 7:39 am - Love it! Love it! Angela, you are a lovely woman. What a beautiful boy! This pic is charming and speaks to the heart of another rescue human.......me! They appear to be sharing heartfelt whispers. Bobby, thank you for taking and sharing this pic! What a dandy!
On the road again….I’m back on the road again…and in more ways than one. I participated in a rescue transport today. And I wasn’t too happy to do it. I had arrived from a long week in PA on a train that was delayed due to the derailment of a cargo shipment on the tracks...
April 6, 2008 - 5:06 am - Awwwwaaaahhhh. These are darling pics! Thank you for taking these and sharing them! Kim and her pup pup, Dakota
March 31, 2008 - 6:44 am - It works on the other side, too. When I adopted my three-legged BSD rescue, we had trouble with transport (just Ohio to Wisconsin). It was Memorial Day weekend and I got on the Yahoo group that helps transporting rescued animals. A woman volunteered to go over the border on Sunday night of that busy weekend, from Chicago, to pick up Cody and held him a day until my son could get down there. She refused to take any money, even for gas, just told me to do the same someday. I actually have not been able to return the favor yet, not alot of animals coming this way. But I am always looking. So, thanks to all who help with rescue - I have three right now, from various groups. Marianne with Cullie, Cody and Mocha
March 31, 2008 - 1:02 am - Awww! There's nothing quite like the re-awakening that participating in rescue provides. The high points are usually when we least expect them -- and when we most need them. Thanks, Bobby. Lynnette
March 30, 2008 - 9:15 pm - I'd like to know how you could pass him on to his next ride. What a handsome dog.
March 30, 2008 - 2:33 pm - Good job by good folks! He looks like a really nice boy, glsd you did some pictures. East coast is tough, so many Mals in rescue......
March 30, 2008 - 1:43 pm - You are right about what you said Bobby. We can give all we want, but to help in the transport tells it all. Been there, done that - as much as I can. Breaks my heart to see all the belgians(and other dogs) that need rescue. Makes me cry, smile to read the good stories that come out of the rescue :c) Sue and the mali gang
March 30, 2008 - 7:26 am - Bobby and Angela, Thank you so much for helping Ivan! The photos are great as always, and thank you too for spreading the gospel about the joys of volunteering on BELG-L. We need all the help we can get! Beverly
March 29, 2008 - 11:58 pm - Hey Bobby! You are lucky that Angela did not insist on keeping Ivan, the pictures of the two of them with Ivan's paws on her shoulders is just wonderful!!! I'm sure he'll make some happy person a dear companion.
March 29, 2008 - 11:20 pm - The name Ivan says it all!!! Besides my terv True, the other love of my life is Ivan the Pekingese!!!! Nuff said... He looks absolutely adorable. Rescues sure are difficult but good for the soul. Been there, done that, a few times, and from what I can see with the malli Ivan, he will ooze into someone's heart in a minute.
March 29, 2008 - 11:06 pm - Isn't it a great feeling? I love the look in their eyes, a look of gratitude. Nancy Vida
Got a hair cut today. Yes, I’m not good about that sort of thing. But the reason I bring it up is because of the story the hair stylist brought up as I was losing some hair. She told me of a call she received from her 10 year old grandson. He tearfully asked whether...
Tried a Dunkin’ Donuts cappuchino. Not bad. Missing the full espresso taste but passable. I’m not sure how they do it. My dogs, I mean. How can they lay on a couch or an easy chair, hang their head and neck over the edge, and SLEEP? I used to think it was easy for them...
I’ve just gone to my first conformation show of the year and I was hoooooked again. Its nuts how the show bug can “re-infect” you. I was in York, PA to see my puppy girl be shown by Jo Ann Charnik Next week, we’re going to be down in Raleigh, NC for another group of...
I’m on a train headed up to Wilmington, DE….Train coffee is better than hotel coffee though. Its Maxwell house fresh out of the industrial brewer but the key word is “fresh”. A few dozen creamettes and I’m fixed up to go. So, I’ve had more time to think lately. Mostly because I’ve forced myself back...
I’ve only had crappy hotel coffee during the work week since January 3rd. Hotel coffee sucks. I miss my Cuisinart Brewmaster…….. One year ago yesterday, I shared in my first Malinois litter – watching in horror as they appeared magically from the loins of my dear girl Tammy. It was a half endearing and a...
Had an excellent breakfast this morning….NOT. McDonald’s McSkillet burrito might be filling but its still not good food. So, we drove to a dear friends house today to visit with her dogs and to bring our co-owned bitch for a visit. Of course, I brought my camera and shot close to 800 pics. Slow day...
I’ve introduced people to the New Mexico Coffee Company’s Pinon Cinnamon bean…..I’m a god in their eyes. I read a cartoon today in the local paper. Picture two dogs sitting in a yard. One has an Elizabethan collar on. The dog with the collar says to the other “I know it looks funny but you’ll...
March 3, 2008 - 5:21 pm - I am part of Belg-L, share my life with two Belgians (one black, one brown) and came across your link on one of your Belg-L posts. I love reading your stuff and had to laugh out loud at this post! Thanks for sharing. Patty, Elvis and Riggs
Images from the last snow here at del Rio. branches……. trees…… the casa…….
by Bobby
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