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• East Coast Earthquake... -- Martian Barb, 05:49:01 08/24/11 Wed [14]
  Did anyone feel it yesterday. I went in to work early and it happened just after I started to work. We were pretty busy and I was running around and never felt it. My clinical supervisor was in the bathroom with it hit. I have to admit that I was a little disappointed that I didn't feel it! Buildings in downtown Pittsburgh were evacuated while they checked for structural damage. My hospital is about 45 miles north of Pittsburgh and our maintenance department was also checking for cracks. Today, engineers are checking all of the bridges in and around Pgh. and we have over 450 bridges.
  
  My cousin who lives in So. Cal. said that the reason it was felt in so many stated is because we donot have as many small fault lines as they do in Cal.
  
  Hope everyone lived through the ordeal yesterday!
  

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  • in North Texas all we worry about is Tornadoes- : ) - but I was shocked to see the news flash - a friend of mine in DC said they all thought they were sliding into the sink hole from the neighboring construction site. When she got home the water bottle she'd left uncapped had knocked over and spilled on all her papers - an unexpected mess. What a surprise for the North east (NT) -- chris k, 07:03:38 08/24/11 Wed
  • I'm glad you and yours are ok. MB. It was a real shocker when I saw it on the news. (NT) -- mkim, 08:42:51 08/24/11 Wed
  • I also am glad to hear than you and your closed ones are ok. (NT) -- Laurence, 09:13:24 08/24/11 Wed
  • My daughter, who works at a Vermont hospital, said they felt it, as did my son who works right here in Glens Falls, NY, but I'm wobbly and didn't feel a thing. One news report said that we felt it this far north because it was a shallow fault area. (NT) -- jenks, 11:49:37 08/24/11 Wed
  • Glad to hear you all ok (NT) -- Bev uk, 11:55:22 08/24/11 Wed
  • I've felt 5 or 6 earthquakes here in west coast Canada , and it's always the most eerie feeling, not to mention a bit scary. I just hope it never happens when I'm on one of the many high bridges around here. In this area, we are always fearful of the Big One. (NT) -- Cece, 14:59:53 08/24/11 Wed
  • I guess all is well in the Greater Pittsburgh Area! The Pirates even beat the Milwaukee Brewers today. That in itself was earth shaking! (NT) -- Martian Barb, 18:34:41 08/24/11 Wed
  • My family members up and down the e. coast are all okay but I'm afraid my trip east tomrrow night might get hurricaned out. It's possibly going to come ashore in the corridor I have to get thru on two flight changes (Charlotte NC and DC). Here's hoping. (NT) -- jan, 19:48:53 08/24/11 Wed
  • I live about a 90 min drive from the epicenter. I was at Target, and stood there in awe feeling it rumble my feet, watching things swing on racks, hearing the low rumble. I knew it wouldn't be a big emergency. If that's the biggest East Coast earth quake in decaces, then we're all good. It was only 0.1 magnitude below the Loma Prieta quake that leveled San Francisco during the World Series in '89. What a differenece geology makes!! (NT) -- The Chief (If you're wondering what caused it, it was the US's $14 Trillion deficit check bouncing... think they felt *that* all the way to China?), 21:37:32 08/24/11 Wed
    • i suspect the only place that would need to worry is the lower west side by ground zero in NY - like the marina district that collapsed in the subway series earthquake- it's all landfill. (NT) -- chris k, 08:28:48 08/25/11 Thu
    • I heard on the radio it was all the founding fathers rolling over in their graves! My daughter is in Maryland, she said after seeing her house sway she doesn't want anything more to do with earthquakes. I told her don't worry about it you've got a hurricane coming to take your mind off it! Good thing she's a gulf coast girl, she knows just what to do. (NT) -- usmgrad, 10:44:22 08/25/11 Thu
      • LOL!! (NT) -- mkim, 11:17:17 08/25/11 Thu
  • We felt it in southeastern NC. It was my first earthquake! And we've already had waterspouts/tornadoes this week, and now we're gonna get a hurricane on Saturday. Busy weather week for us. (NT) -- Pretz, 19:13:21 08/25/11 Thu

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• Nashville get together? -- Theresa, 22:54:22 08/06/11 Sat [23]
  Hey Araninda, when will you be in Nashville? Wasn't it this month? We should totally have a Harmy gathering! I've spoken to Colie and she thinks it's a great idea as well! We've been really busy getting our daughters registered and ready for school in a new state, but they should be settled by then. Colie did say that our place is too small to host the whole party, but there are far more interesting places to host it here! And heck if anyone likes to swim we do have two pools at our place if it gets too warm! Let me know....
  

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  • I'll be in Nashville on Friday, August 26th and Saturday, August 27th. Daytime is better for me. I will have a car, so I can meet anywhere. Click on my name and e-mail me. (NT) -- Araninda, 17:55:49 08/07/11 Sun
    • Check email! (NT) -- Theresa, 18:20:04 08/07/11 Sun
      • Got it! Reply sent. Looking forward to seeing you and all other HBers in the Nashville area. (NT) -- Araninda, 18:38:02 08/07/11 Sun
  • I might be able to join you. I will have to see though. (NT) -- Spud, 19:10:07 08/07/11 Sun
    • Spud, we would love to see you. E-mail me and I'll forward it on to Theresa. (NT) -- Araninda, 19:56:51 08/07/11 Sun
  • We'd love to see everyone who can make it! (NT) -- Theresa, 07:38:38 08/08/11 Mon
  • Don't forget Carrotts lives not too far away in Huntsville, Alabama. When I was in Nashville, I met up with Carrotts and Spud, and another old Maeve's poster, PB from Clarksville. I hope you can get a bunch of Southern Harmies together. Sounds like so much fun. (NT) -- Cece (Yelling out Hi y'all!), 07:41:49 08/08/11 Mon
    • Wish you could be there my friend! (NT) -- Theresa, 09:05:50 08/08/11 Mon
  • We'd love to see everyone who can make it! (NT) -- Theresa, 09:04:31 08/08/11 Mon
  • Sounds like a fun weekend. I will be in Nashville that weekend also, but unfortuantely, I can't get together with you guys. I will be visiting my two sons and only have Friday and Saturday down there. They have the weekend already planned for us! Have a great time. I'll send you my Harmy vibes when I am there. (NT) -- Martian Barb ready to get back to Nashville., 14:20:37 08/08/11 Mon
    • Maybe you can drop in and at least say hello and meet everyone. (NT) -- Araninda, 14:45:29 08/08/11 Mon
      • I'll be in Spring Hill which is about 39 minutes South of Nashville... -- Martian Barb, 19:41:26 08/08/11 Mon
  • There is a possibility I'll be driving through Nashville on that Saturday on my way home from Nashville. Let me know time and place just in case! (NT) -- manette, 15:44:40 08/08/11 Mon
    • Oooh, cool! We would love to see you, manette! (NT) -- Araninda, 16:32:08 08/08/11 Mon
    • I'd love to see you again! (NT) -- Theresa, 19:53:34 08/08/11 Mon
  • Okay, I've booked my hotel room. I will be at the Embassy Suites Airport ..... -- Spud, 11:50:50 08/09/11 Tue
    • Right on!! (NT) -- Theresa, 13:51:30 08/09/11 Tue
  • Anyone know how to get ahold of Carrotts?? (NT) -- Theresa, 13:32:41 08/09/11 Tue
    • I emailed her and she has a prior commitment that she now really, really, really wishes she did not have to go to, but she will be with us in spirit! (NT) -- Spud, 16:27:30 08/12/11 Fri
  • I hope you have a ball!! Have a lot of laughs and rehash all the memories. (NT) -- jenks, 04:10:58 08/10/11 Wed
  • Spuds Hotel Info .. -- Spud, 19:43:11 08/18/11 Thu
    • I am in room 614 (NT) -- Spud, 18:14:32 08/25/11 Thu

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• give me a break ! -- Laurence, 09:27:18 08/19/11 Fri [11]
  The other day I was selling on a flea market selling vintage & old buttons.
  
  Came a woman with her mother who seem to come from an wealthy milieu. The woman seems to have around the thirties or in the thirties...
  
  The woman looked the buttons, asked the prices...
  
  " oh it's expensive, I usually don't buy ( old vintage ) buttons at that price "
  
  I explained to the young lady ( " lady " if we want )than the prices are correct. ( it's where I understand she doesn't have knowledge of the prices )
  
  she continues to complain , I nicely answered her than the prices are correct
  
  she continues in telling me " oh, it's for doing stuff ( understand of course jewels ) "
  I thought ' what does she think ? than I'm not on page of what is passing around me ? and if so, than I don't read magazines and have internet ? '
  ( I kept to myself to tell her than I knew website likes ' etsy ' or for the french version ' a little market ' )
  
  then came the moment where her eyes catched a bag fulled of other beautiful buttons ( curved jet, beautiful brass and metal buttons,cut steel etc... ) the problems w/them being all damaged... having seen on american site than some people where looking for theses kind of buttons I did a small bag of them for 5 E.
  
  " can - you lower the price ? they are all damaged "
  
  I explained her the WHY it's at this price and than IF there weren't damaged they wouldn't be in a bag like that
  still with all my calm and patience and thinking more and more ' it's clear than I'm speaking with an idiot '
  she continues, continues
  
  Usually in bad situations I keep my calm, BUT HERE, I found myself to repeat the woman WHY that price I didn't yell or other but my tone of voice seemed to have to change because she told me that isn't necessary to speak like that.
  
  I answered her " I don't cease since the beginning to tell you than if these buttons weren't broken they wouldn't be at that price I'm a honest person, you know how to read ( ?) there 's the paper inside with written on it " damaged buttons " 5E ""
  
  she continues to complain, then go away.
  
  then at the end of the FM, when we were putting back our stuff in the car, she came back with 5 E
  
  you know what as soon as I've the 5E I regretted to have them to have sold these buttons to this stupid woman.
  

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  • sorry, having seen my post was long I wanted to put it back inside, but did a wrong maneuver sorry (NT) -- Laurence ( who is very sorry ), 09:30:15 08/19/11 Fri
  • You cannot please some people Laurence (NT) -- Bev uk, 11:56:45 08/19/11 Fri
    • Yes, you're right Bev. I tell that to myself everyday at home. (NT) -- Laurence, 13:57:16 08/19/11 Fri
  • Feel your frustration, Laurence!!! It's one thing to bargain, it's another to act stupid. You should have offered them to her at 3E *if* she bought 10E or more of something else. (NT) -- The Chief ;-), 11:58:44 08/19/11 Fri
    • I've several other old metal/brass buttons on at least 3 cardboard, these ones being all in good shape, she looked at them, but as soon as she had seen the damaged ones, she kept her focus on them.She bought nothing else than the damaged ones. (NT) -- Laurence, 13:53:54 08/19/11 Fri
  • Thank you for everything Bev & Chief ! (NT) -- Laurence, 13:58:54 08/19/11 Fri
  • You are welcome anytime Laurence (NT) -- Bev uk, 09:38:30 08/20/11 Sat
  • ah - one of the things I love about the french language - I can hear this woman being described now - La Bonne Femme!! LOL - (NT) -- chris k, 22:15:26 08/22/11 Mon
    • ah oui ! La Bonne Femme !!! " La Bonne Femme " !!!! (NT) -- Laurence, 11:47:00 08/23/11 Tue
  • Thank you everyone !!! (NT) -- Laurence, 11:32:35 08/24/11 Wed

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• Captchas -- Araninda, 09:15:43 08/12/11 Fri [1]
  Please note that captchas are now on this board as with most of our other boards. We had to take this step to help prevent spam. Captchas are the letter and number combinations that you type before your post is submitted. They are a way of making sure someone is a real human and not an automated program posting advertisements or messages. Sorry that we had to do this, but lately the spam was increasing and we can't monitor the board 24/7. Thank you.
  

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• Lost another furry baby. -- TF, 09:34:23 08/01/11 Mon [17]
  Our sweet Lila girl passed away this morning at 5:30. It was so hard. My oldest daughter and I took turns staying with her so she wouldnt be alone. She was the sweetest dog and will be missed by all of my family. Thank you all for the good thoughts.
  

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  • I know how you feel - it's just awful losing a pet - it's hard for folks to understand you can love your pets as much as your children - and since I have both I know it's true. I know it's hard to think of but I strongly encourage you to consider adopting a new pet - it helps ease the hurt and although you can never replace the loved pet - it does a heart good to share love with a pet that needs you and might have otherwise been put to sleep. (NT) -- chris k, 10:35:08 08/01/11 Mon
    • We have 2 other dogs and a cat. I think we are covered in the loving pet department. I feel bad for getting the kids hopes up since I had ordered that holistic medicine and we really thought it was helping. She just refused to drink anything and I tried so hard to syringe feed her enough fluids. I really believe it was her time. I do wish I could have known how bad it would be at the end and how sacrey it would be for the kids. I would have had her euthenized last week. (NT) -- TF, 10:57:01 08/01/11 Mon
      • I'm so sorry for your loss, TF. I dont know what I'd have done if I were in your place. When we had to have our Oscar put down, we didnt have little ones at home. Our youngest was deployed overseas, we didnt tell him until he came home. My first thought is that you were so caring to be there for your pet until the end. (NT) -- mkim, 11:13:05 08/01/11 Mon
      • I've been through this heartbreak so many times and it never gets easier. You lost a member of the family and it hurts deeply. I've learned to sense when I need to go to the vet because nothing is working and it is only going downhill. Even my kids ask me, "Is it time, Mom?" I don't usually wait very long when I see it coming for everyone's sake. You have my deepest sympathy, TF. (NT) -- jenks, 13:16:32 08/01/11 Mon
        • Unfortunately my vet was out of townand thenearest pet ER is 40 miles away. Everytime I tired to move her she had a seizure so I felt it best to let her be and make her as comfortable as possible. Thank you all for the condolences. (NT) -- TF, 13:54:06 08/01/11 Mon
          • You did the right thing, IMHO. One night very late, my Irish Setter became very ill. I put her on a puffed quilt, lay down beside her and told her it was okay to go to sleep. She died in my arms and we went to the vet the next day to cremate her. It was a tough call, but the right thing to do at the time. (NT) -- jenks, 08:45:08 08/02/11 Tue
            • I'm with you Jenks. That was the most compassionate thing to do! (NT) -- Theresa, 22:46:01 08/06/11 Sat
  • I am so sorry that you lost a member of your family. We lost our wonderful lab mix last year. Trainer was a stray that found my hubby. He was faithful and so very loveable. Pets are so much a part of the family. You have my deepest sympathy. (NT) -- Martian Barb missing an old friend., 15:40:23 08/01/11 Mon
  • So sorry to hear of your loss of your furry child. I know how hard that can be. I'll keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. (NT) -- JAG Junkie (Ronda), 17:25:02 08/01/11 Mon
  • I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family. (NT) -- Hope, 02:53:50 08/02/11 Tue
  • I'm so sorry to hear that you lost one of your kids. I know from personal experience just how hard it is to say goodbye. I'll keep your family in my thoughts & prayers. (NT) -- doc, 05:18:21 08/02/11 Tue
  • TF, I'm so sorry to hear this.My deepest sympathy. I understand your pain.I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. warmest hugs (NT) -- Laurence, 14:05:58 08/02/11 Tue
  • So sorry for the loss of your fur baby TF. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. (NT) -- Angela -- Mommy of 2 JAGlettes, 16:26:13 08/02/11 Tue
  • I feel so sad for you. Pets have personalities, and we miss them terribly when they die. Because they are so sweet and trusting, we always feel we've let them down somehow. But you didn't. Your little guy was with the people whom he loved, and that would have helped him through the pain and discomfort. You did the right thing. (NT) -- Cece, 14:11:38 08/03/11 Wed
  • Sorry for your loss. Keep the good memories and she will always remain with you. (NT) -- Maja, 13:23:41 08/04/11 Thu
  • If your pet had to go, that was the way to do it. Surrounded by comfort and love. How very sad! You're in my thoughts. (NT) -- Theresa, 22:40:52 08/06/11 Sat

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• Cheap decor?? -- Theresa, 14:32:48 07/11/11 Mon [14]
  My daughters will be joining us shortly here in Nashville, and we're setting up their rooms with all new things, new beds, decor..the works! (With of course room for all of their familiar things that I moved with me) Anyone know a good place in Nashville to get cheap decor for their rooms? I have a really girly one, and one that isn't girly whatsoever!
  

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  • Target! They have everything! Great quality stuff at great prices. Better quality than Wal-Mart, IMO. (NT) -- JAG Junkie (Ronda), 16:24:22 07/11/11 Mon
    • ITA! They have nice 'basic' things, in solid colors that will allow your daughters to make their rooms their own, when they arrive. It might help them transition if they have a small role in how the rooms are finished. I like the Craigs list and flea market ideas too. The girls might really have fun, picking up the electic stuff you can find there. Good luck kiddo. I know youre anxious to have them with you. (NT) -- mkim, 10:28:38 07/12/11 Tue
      • It was torture to have them away from me, but we survived it. We decorated to the nines but gave them room to fill in the more flashy spaces. Cynthia now has bright blue LED lights around her room (which I allowed because they don't get hot at all), and a disco ball, and Anna chose a ballet wall picture and a some frilly accessories. If you're on my facebook, take a look! (NT) -- Theresa, 22:44:31 08/06/11 Sat
  • I love getting things on craigs list - you can get the small stuff at target or walmart but sometimes you can get the higher dollar stuff on craigs list - My daughter is a fan of all things leopard - I picked up smaller leopard accessories like a lamp and cushions and picture frames at stores - but I bought a great 5 x7 rug for 20 dollars on craigs list - (NT) -- chris k, 17:20:45 07/11/11 Mon
  • See if there's a "Home Goods" - it's more designer stuff but at discount prices. Like TJMaxx but only for housewares. (NT) -- The Chief, 22:30:00 07/11/11 Mon
  • I know I'm not American, but I've an idea ( it's what we do in my family ) : flea - markets, second hand dealer, auctions and even waste collection center, friends who don't want anymore their stuff, in my country we also have Emmaüs... many places, where we can have stuff at a lower and even a very lower price or even for nothing.Or if you prefer to go to shops I was ready to tell you ' Habitat ' or ' Roche Bobois ' but I'm not sure if you've them in your country or for a cheaper price ' Ikea'. (NT) -- Laurence ( I hope it's ok than I post an answer ...), 04:12:17 07/12/11 Tue
    • Apparently there's a really BIG flea market in the N'ville area - the Nashville Expo Center (at the TN State Fair Grounds) - link inside.... -- The Chief (good point, Laurence!), 08:19:25 07/14/11 Thu
    • Using these decor resources is why my house is decorated in 'early attic''. Very homey and lots of great memories of donors -- mostly from family members when they downsize. Have now been in my house for 30 years. Now, who would know your daughters' taste better than you, their Mom. Have fun with the project -- am sure the girls will love whatever you 'create'. (NT) -- carramor, 12:10:22 07/14/11 Thu
  • actually - my daughter has done well at Annas linens buying sets for half of what they sell for online (NT) -- chris k, 07:02:27 07/12/11 Tue
    • Thanks everyone! We're finding some cool things at Biglots too! (NT) -- Theresa, 06:46:19 07/15/11 Fri
      • I forgot about Big Lots! You can always find some real bargains there! (NT) -- JJ (Ronda)--I love Bealls Outlet, but I'm not sure if they have those in Nashville. They have them ALL OVER Florida, and I know I've seen them in Georgia..., 18:32:39 07/15/11 Fri
        • OOH, I'll check them out! (NT) -- Theresa, 09:40:37 07/20/11 Wed
  • My middle daughter picked gree,purple and blue as her colors fro her room then deiced the theme would be peace signs and butterflies. We found a ton of stuff like large stick on butterflies at Dollar General. The have cute baskets and waste baskets, stuff for her desk in all the colors we were looking for. Also found curtains. (NT) -- TF, 08:37:54 07/23/11 Sat

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• UFO Over Dallas -- Araninda, 10:22:21 07/28/11 Thu [5]
  I saw a news report that said there were strange flashes of light over Dallas in today's early morning sky.
  
  Which Texas Tart is responsible and what were you doing with Harm?
  
  Inquiring minds want to know. . . .LOL!
  

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  • An Undeterred Feathered Object, eh? (NT) -- The Chief, 16:52:28 07/29/11 Fri
    • GRABB! (NT) -- JAG Junkie (Ronda), 18:48:55 07/29/11 Fri
  • LOL - Undettered feathers? Sweet little old us?? (NT) -- chris k, 20:00:28 07/29/11 Fri
    • Wait a minute, who are you calling old? I thought as long as we Harmy ladies dreamed of Harm we would stay young forever. (NT) -- usmgrad, 15:40:30 07/30/11 Sat

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• My oldest son leaves for Basic Training at 0800 Monday. -- The Chief, 22:06:53 07/24/11 Sun [11]
  
  Well, the day has finally arrived - my oldest son, Matt, is leaving for Army Basic Training in the morning. We're all going down as a family to drop him off at the Armory. He's joined the VA National Guard.
  
  His Basic is 9 weeks at Ft. Benning, GA - in August & September. *whew* It's going to be so hot. As a mom, that's the one thing I'm most worried about, but his recruiter and local drill sergeant have assured me that they are very careful with heat now-days.
  
  If you feel like saying a prayer for him, it would be appreciated. And for the rest of us, too, as we adjust to his absence.
  
  After Basic, he will go straight to the Army School of Music in Norfolk for his Advanced training, and he'll have most nights and weekends free, so it will be much easier for us to visit and contact him. We may even get to have him home for Thanksgiving. He'll finish that in Mid-December.
  
  I know we have some military folks and families on here, so it's nice to know we're joining ranks with such great people. Any advice is welcome.
  

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  • Prayers for him and the family! (NT) -- JAG Junkie (Ronda), 03:42:07 07/25/11 Mon
  • Prayers for him and his family. All my respect. (NT) -- Laurence, 04:03:36 07/25/11 Mon
  • You must be so proud of him! He's young and healthy, he's driven, and he has tremendous support from his loving fmily and friends. Sounds like he's got a great chance to have a life-changing and wonderful experience. Safe travels and loads of success for him! (NT) -- mj, 06:31:06 07/25/11 Mon
  • I'm sure he'll do great, it can be a real rite of passage for a young person. They grow up alot. Bring lots of hankies for when you see him salute the first time.Sigh! (NT) -- mkim, 11:22:27 07/25/11 Mon
    • Ah, mkim! I got choked up just reading your post!!! I'm trying not to be a basket case! LOL I remember the first time I saw him in his Marching Band uniform - 5 year ago - and how my heart skipped a beat. I can only imagine what it'll be like to see him at graduation. (NT) -- The Chief, 14:19:51 07/25/11 Mon
  • Will keep him in my thoughts. I'm a nervous wreck when mine goes on a day trip with the band I cant imagine basic training. I have several nieces and nephews who are serving right now in all parts of the world from El Paso to Alaska to Germany. God Speed to him. (NT) -- TF, 17:03:43 07/25/11 Mon
  • oh boy what a day for you - : ) - What a proud moment for you - keep your chin up - all will be well - they have to grow up and grow away - : ) (NT) -- chris k, 19:06:52 07/25/11 Mon
    • I'm probably more worried about how he's dealing with it emotionally than how *I'm* dealing w/it. I don't want him to be too scared or homesick. He's been away from home many times, but this is totally new. Thanks, everyone for your kind thoughts! (NT) -- The Chief, 19:32:06 07/25/11 Mon
      • Thinking of you today and praying for Matt. I realize how soon I'll be doing the same thing. (NT) -- TH, 21:54:37 07/25/11 Mon
  • Good luck! (NT) -- Theresa, 11:54:18 07/30/11 Sat

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• You are NEVER too old!! -- chris k, 08:06:24 07/27/11 Wed [6]
  
  my husband's cousin sent this link to us -
  
  http://vimeo.com/26577247
  
  Before you click play - you will see in the frozen scene on the right side of the screen a woman with short white hair, dark slacks and a bright pink shirt -
  
  That is Paul's Aunt Peachy - 80 years old - in a Flash Mob on Main Street in Concord NH!!!!
  
  Gotta love it!! Makes it hard to complain about getting old!! lol.
  
  This is also on Youtube but it's hard to see Aunt Peachy in that one. lol.
  

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  • Well, with a name like 'Peachy', it's not hard to stay young! lol! (NT) -- mj, 09:26:13 07/27/11 Wed
  • There are 2 older ladies in Pink and Black but I figure she must be the one without the fanny pack. Still awesome to be that active.........Maybe the Tarts on our next trip can do a flashmob somewhere...bwhahahahahaha (NT) -- DOS, 10:46:18 07/27/11 Wed
  • You tell Aunt Peachy she did great! I hope I'm that active at 80! I hope I'm still around at 80! (NT) -- usmgrad, 18:08:09 07/27/11 Wed
  • I loved it! It looked like they were having a great time! (NT) -- Lee, 08:13:16 07/28/11 Thu
  • Aunt Peachy. . . .you go girl! Rock on! (NT) -- Araninda, 08:40:30 07/28/11 Thu

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• Doggie woes -- TF, 17:01:18 07/25/11 Mon [11]
  Our 10 year old Border Collie/Sheltie mix, Lila was diagnosed today as having Acute Chronic Renal Failure.
  Her blood work was horrible and now I know why she has been losing weight and feeling bad. We opted for a special diet, some phosphate binding medication an antibiotic and time.
  The vet said if she were a human she would be on dialysis but they dont do that with dogs especially her age.
  Hopefully if we can get her BUN and Creatinine levels down she will be good to go with some close monitoring.
  She is a backyard dog and pretty much a mutt but she is part of our family as was her old friend Oscar who was with us for almost 17 years. Anyone have experience with renal failure in a dog?
  There went my yearly allowance. LOL
  

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  • I had a cat with renal trouble years ago and we treated him and he seemed to do well for a long while - we unfortunately lost him when he was hit by a car. But if it works - it will be worth every penny! (NT) -- chris k, 19:04:50 07/25/11 Mon
  • I have a cat that is on renal (kidney) food and she's doing fine. Hers was caught early, though. (NT) -- JAG Junkie (Ronda) - She's also on daily thyroid medicine and Cosequin for her joints. She's a pricey cat!, 20:21:12 07/25/11 Mon
  • Poor TF...what a tough week youre having!! I will keep you and your family and your dog in my prayers. I know it sounds funny to some, but I believe that God will perfect that which concerns us,(Psalm 138: 7 &8) and that includes the pets who love and comfort us and sometimes keep watch over our homes. I hope things get better for you all around. (NT) -- mkim, 20:41:48 07/25/11 Mon
  • My dog got into some Truvia sweetener that one of the kids had left out where she could find it. It caused her to have kidney issues, including high creatinine levels. She's been on a special diet for the past couple of years and is doing fine. One thing - the kidney diet dog food is really expensive, probably double the price of normal good dog food. And there aren't a lot of different varieties. We went through all 3 brands before we found one she liked and that didn't leave her ravenously hungry. Good luck to you and your dog. (NT) -- Ann, 21:06:54 07/25/11 Mon
  • Yes. My labrador died of that. One of my 2 cats has this since years. (NT) -- Laurence, 01:50:23 07/26/11 Tue
  • I feel bad for you and hope that you can get it under control. That is what took my Molly 3 years ago. (NT) -- DOS, 06:24:08 07/26/11 Tue
  • Thanks ya'll. From what I have read online Cats have abetter prognosis for some reason. So far Lila really likes the Science Diet K/D food. My vet is so wonderful and he said they have reformulated it so that it doesnt taste as bad as it used to. We also got the canned type so it will make her more thirsty? I'm praying she gets better for my kids sake as we just had Oscar put down last year and my babies have grown up with these dogs. It is expensive and some people think we are crazy but I would do no less for my children. LOL (NT) -- TF...she is feeling a bit better today although still sleeping alot., 15:52:55 07/26/11 Tue
  • You ought to consider a pet fountain if you don't already have one. It gives them a source of cool, fresh water that they will be more likely to drink than a bowl of room temperature, still water. Anything that encourages them to drink more is a good thing when there are kidney issues. (NT) -- JAG Junkie (Ronda), 17:10:13 07/26/11 Tue
    • also - whenever you serve yourself a drink during the day- drop a few icecubes in the water - or give the dog an ice cube to chew - (NT) -- chris k, 08:03:07 07/27/11 Wed
      • Good idea! (NT) -- JJ (Ronda), 17:10:59 07/27/11 Wed

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• Life is throwing lemons again -- TF, 15:59:21 07/20/11 Wed [9]
  My 13 year old was diagnosed with scoliosis last month. I noticed it while she was trying on her first 2 piece swimsuit.
  She went last week and they did a plaster cast of her upper body. It was sent to Florida to be made into a specialed brace that she will have to wear 23 hrs a day for about 2 years. They will have to redesign and remake a new everytime she grows more than 2 inches or so. At 5'4 now she apparently, according to her growth markers, has 6-8 inches left to grow.
  She seems okay with it right now but she isnt in the brace yet so I pray she adjusts to it quickly. I personally cant imagine trying to sleep in something so uncomfortable and restricting.
  Most school nurses check at 5th and 8th grades but it can happen quickly in between and can be caught ahead of time.
  
  Anyone have experience with Scoliosis to share?
  

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  • no I don't though a friend of mine in high school had that - the brace for two years - last time I saw her at our 25th reunion she looked great - I honestly don't remember her fussing or complaining back then (NT) -- chris k, 16:50:48 07/20/11 Wed
  • Wow. I feel for her. But at least she'll get it overwith before she is driving, dating, etc. Inside -- JAG Junkie (Ronda), 18:54:19 07/20/11 Wed
    • I also feel for her.inside -- Laurence, 04:08:35 07/21/11 Thu
  • I hope everything goes as well as possible for your daughter. This is such a worry for you, so it is hopeful to hear that both JJ and Laurence got through it okay. I know there are varying degrees of the condition, but here is a list of famous people with scoliosis and it doesn't seem to have held them back. Click here. Wow, your daughter is expected to be model tall! (NT) -- Cece, 10:27:45 07/21/11 Thu
  • I didn't have problems myself, but I was a huge Judy Blume fan and I know I read her book "Deenie" more than once. It's about a teen girl diagnosed w/scoliosis, has to wear the brace, etc. I think you should get it for her. Amazon link inside... -- The Chief, 19:24:46 07/21/11 Thu
    • Just ordered it,thanks Chief. (NT) -- TF, 17:52:47 07/22/11 Fri
  • My nephew had to wear one for 2 years after a growth spurt. He said it wasn't too bad. (NT) -- Cathy F., 11:45:14 07/23/11 Sat
  • I worked as a medical assistant, years ago, with a pediatric ortho surgeon. I remember that we really got busy after the normal screening times at school. You've cought it early enough, so that it might not interfere too much, when her social life really picks up, in high school. I know its can be tough, but it makes all the difference in the world, once shes out of the brace. Many of the parents threw "Out of the Brace" parties.(We got pictures, lol) Its sounds lilke your girl has a good attitude going and that helps alot. Must've picked up that good attitude somewhere. ;) Good Luck. (NT) -- mkim, 12:26:07 07/24/11 Sun

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• Maybe we should have named him AJ - LOL -- chris K, 12:13:42 07/14/11 Thu [7]
  
  Guess who discovered we have a swimming pool and he likes to play in it?
  
  Yup my new Marine canine came into the house this morning happy as a clam and sopping wet!! lol. (for you brits that would be happy as larry!)
  
  thanks everyone for all the well wishes - We still miss our Rabb but this guys turning out to be a treasure as well!
  
  Anyone else have dogs who are swimmer? I might need some advice/ warnings!! lol.
  

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  • I knew this wouldn't be funny for long - what do you do about wet dog smell?????? (NT) -- chris k, 20:07:54 07/14/11 Thu
  • sounds like some lucky Gunny will be getting alot of baths or run downs..... (NT) -- DOS, 05:02:10 07/15/11 Fri
  • Long time ago I had a labrador. But I don't know what advices I can give you, besides the fact than when you are near your dog and see he comes out from the water do some backwards steps. (NT) -- Laurence, 08:37:25 07/15/11 Fri
  • My dog is also a wather maniac but luckly he doesn't smell bad when wet. I suggest a nice baby shampoo. And at the end or alone a towel soaked in vinegar (apple )reduced in wather. (NT) -- Maja, 14:16:52 07/17/11 Sun
  • I have 3, one year old puppies who think the pond is their special gift from God. You think a wet dog smells bad, how about 3 wet dogs smelling of mud, weeds, pond water and carring a wiggling water snake? (NT) -- Cathy F. isn't life fun!!! LOL!, 11:49:02 07/23/11 Sat
    • I just bought a 13 foot rug runner on craigs list for 20 dolars - I'm going to put it in the back hall from the doggie door to the kitchen- at least I won't have muddy paw prints every where - If I could just train him to stay outside until he sun dries!!! lol. (NT) -- chris k, 10:32:35 07/24/11 Sun

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• Attn all Shoe Hos...! -- The Chief, 13:50:15 06/29/11 Wed [10]
  
  You know who you are, and so does Mr. Louboutin...
  
  http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-2009523/Eat-heart-Victoria-Beckham-Presenting-inch-pair-Louboutins-.html
  
  Good Gracious!!
  

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  • Well, well !! (NT) -- Laurence who prefers her shoes ( thank you for the link ), 14:07:57 06/29/11 Wed
  • Jeez. My feet hurt from just looking at those.....and I find them rather ugly as well. But then again, I really don´t care much about about shoes other than them being comfortable... (NT) -- Jam shaking head..., 14:34:41 06/29/11 Wed
  • That's the ONLY way I could stand on my toes, and it wouldn't be for very long. I see a broken ankle or leg in someone's future if they try to wear those things. Thanks for the link, always interested in seeing what I won't be wearing this year. (NT) -- usmgrad, 14:51:59 06/29/11 Wed
  • That is taller than I am! (NT) -- Short Spud, 19:20:36 06/29/11 Wed
  • I hope the toes of those shoes have the same construction as ballet toe shoes - or someone is in for some really painful feet. (And even then, yikes!) (NT) -- Ann, 11:02:10 06/30/11 Thu
  • I think these shoes were made to be worn with the feet OVER the head. Ahem....... (NT) -- TR, 11:18:21 06/30/11 Thu
    • Yeah. Way to poke someone´s eye out.... (NT) -- Jam, 03:30:32 07/01/11 Fri
  • Do they come in size 10? Just kidding, I would probably fall off of those shoes too just like last summer....I broke my foot then and those shoes were just wedge soled shoes! (NT) -- Martian Barb ever the graceful one in shoes!, 11:49:47 07/02/11 Sat
  • OUCH! When does this fashion nonsense stop? My toes now hurt -- and I did not show them these shoes! (NT) -- carramor, 12:03:57 07/14/11 Thu

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• The Legacy Live On -- chris k, 20:22:26 07/09/11 Sat [24]
  
  We now have a new member of the family. Today we adopted a much smaller German Shepherd.
  
  Though he has very big paws to fill - our Rabb lived up to his namesake in more ways than just being tall dark and handsome, (he was a 110 lb german shepherd)- he already seems to working on living up to his new name - GUNNY !
  
  Our new boy is a two year old rescued from a shelter. He seems very sweet so far. He's all skin and bones but I'm sure soon he'll be strong little Marine!!
  

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  • You will have to post pictures and allow the Tarts to meet him next year. (NT) -- DOS, 20:27:57 07/09/11 Sat
    • I don't know how to post pictures - I have one of him sleeping I took today -you can see he's all skin and bones (NT) -- chris k, 20:50:25 07/09/11 Sat
      • chris, e-mail me the photo and I'll post it for you. I think you have my e-mail addy from the Texas Jag Group. Congratulations on your new addition! Semper Fi. (NT) -- Araninda, 08:56:01 07/10/11 Sun
        • just sent it to the araninda address - hope that still works - it's the only photo I have of him so far - but I'll get one soon when he's standing and looking more handsome (NT) -- chris k, 14:15:51 07/11/11 Mon
          • Chris and everyone - I posted the picture of Gunny. Scroll down the thread and click to go inside for the picture. (NT) -- Araninda, 19:44:53 07/11/11 Mon
  • So happy you have a new furry boy! And I love the name! (NT) -- JAG Junkie (Ronda), 04:54:16 07/10/11 Sun
  • I'm very happy for you Chris. I also love the name ! (NT) -- Laurence, 05:14:36 07/10/11 Sun
    • My daughter felt we should continue w/the JAG world- he's incredibly sweet like Bud but I just couldn't do that to a German Shepherd. We considered AJ but this dog isn't really big enough for AJ- if he'd been a large GS like our Rabb, AJ would have fit better. Erica suggested Webb, after I stopped gagging she realized that wouldn't work & then it hit us - Gunny - the dog is medium sized- I'm guessing Gunny was what- 5'10? Canine Gunny is Golden brown w/ black, Gunny was hispanic skinned w/black hair & Gunny was loyal, smart, & always had your back- just the name I want this dog to grow into (NT) -- Chris K, 06:53:46 07/10/11 Sun
      • I understand why ' Gunny ' is perfect. Webb ? OMG ! You must has felt like, how to say this, in a ' twilight ' zone ? OMG ! (NT) -- Laurence, who owns a cat whose name is ' CHEWBACCA ', go figure !!! I let you imagine how people who don't know or even know from where it comes from react .... Chewbacca ?? and after some explanation or not ... Aaaah ! Okay ! Okay !, 10:19:45 07/10/11 Sun
  • Oh, I'm so happy for you! It sounds like you have a wonderful new member of the family. Gunny is a great name! I'm sure it won't take you long to "fatten" him up. Lizzie & Frances said to tell him "Hi!" (NT) -- doc, 07:12:20 07/10/11 Sun
    • thanks doc - it's always trying to bring a new dog into a family with a dog (my son's pitbull I inherited two years ago) and there are times when your heart aches for the dog you lost - we loved our Rabb so - but it's nice to have a new sweet dog to love on - it helps the healing I think and of course giving a homeless dog a place to be loved is such a good thing (NT) -- chris k, 07:40:57 07/10/11 Sun
      • I think that all of us from the Texas JAG group will miss Rabb, he was a sweet boy and well behaved. (NT) -- DOS, 10:26:58 07/10/11 Sun
  • 'Gunny' sounds like a trooper! lol! All the best with your new addition! (NT) -- mj, 12:55:01 07/10/11 Sun
  • I got Gunny's picture and he's just a handsome young man!!! You'll have him fattened up in no time, chris k. Good for you and your family. (NT) -- jenks, 05:23:05 07/11/11 Mon
  • Love the name Gunny! So much cooler than Bud or AJ. But then I love VG and his character. Congrats Chris. A shelter doggy is really going to appreciate the TLC he's going to get. (NT) -- Cece, 10:07:47 07/11/11 Mon
  • Great news! I hope you ll have many happy moments with your new friend. Rabb will never be forgoten you have to use the experience in making the new relationship and dog experience even better. (NT) -- Maja, 10:37:43 07/11/11 Mon
  • That's so awesome! My cat is a rescue and she is very sweet and snuggly and appreciative! (NT) -- Theresa, 14:29:36 07/11/11 Mon
  • Picture of Gunny Inside -- ....., 19:43:30 07/11/11 Mon
    • Awww...!!! Love his pink inner ears! And he looks like a sweetie already. Can't wait to see pix after some good TLC from your family! Welcome, Gunny! (NT) -- The Chief (keep us posted on his progress!), 22:31:48 07/11/11 Mon
    • AAwww ! Gunny is beautiful !!! good dog, beautiful dog and good guardian (NT) -- Laurence, 03:10:11 07/12/11 Tue
    • thanks for posting this araninda - soon I'll get a nice picture of him prancing when he looks all marine like - lol (NT) -- chris k, 07:01:21 07/12/11 Tue
    • What a handsome boy!! I'm sure he will fatten up in no time. (NT) -- TF, 18:17:41 07/12/11 Tue
    • My, what a sweetie. My sister has a GS rescue and he is a great joy. She says she doesn't who is lucker, she or her boy. My situation doesn't allow me to have a furry baby and I still miss my Beagle and and her 'brother' Llaso Apso who've been gone for years. However, my friends' critters love to see me coming...... (NT) -- carramor, 11:43:22 07/14/11 Thu

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• Giggling in public gets you stared at...... -- TF, 14:53:25 07/08/11 Fri [5]
  While my oldest was at an audition this afternoon I was checking my email messages from our agent.
  The Wizard of Oz is casting for....Winkie Guards. 6 foot 8 and very intimitdating. They take their jobs seriously. LOL Harmy broads arent THAT tall!!!
  
  Yes giggling like a deranged woman in public will get you stared at.
  Its nice to end up with a random grin on my face everytime I think about it. LOL
  

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  • Haha! Yes, we do take our job very seriously, but you're right: we're not that tall! LOL (NT) -- JJ (Ronda), 17:03:32 07/08/11 Fri
  • LOL- once you get passed all the blue feathers we're a rather tame bunch- : ) - Now, may I interest you in some swamp land in the sahara??? (NT) -- chris k, 18:21:11 07/08/11 Fri
  • Winkie Guards ...LOL! Well, at least we have experience! (NT) -- Lee, 09:41:20 07/09/11 Sat
  • Well, if we have some of us sit on the shoulders of others of us, and put on one of those really long trench coats... Maybe we could get those parts for "Winkie Guards"! You KNOW we have the Experience!!! (NT) -- The Chief, 21:54:30 07/10/11 Sun

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• Moving to Nashville -- Theresa, 08:33:31 06/27/11 Mon [19]
  I'm on my way to move to Nashville on Thursday! I'm excited and nervous! I've wanted to move to a warmer climate forever! Now I get to as my girl got a work transfer! It will be an experience as I'm going by car! Any tips for a road trip from Portland Oregon, to Nashville, Tn?
  

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  • Well, it's not Florida, but it will do, right? (NT) -- JAG Junkie (Ronda), 09:33:07 06/27/11 Mon
    • Hey it's a lot closer! We've been hoping to be in closer proximity for a while my friend! I better see more of you now! (NT) -- Theresa, 14:27:21 06/27/11 Mon
      • Unfortunately, we're not in a financial position to travel anywhere. I have to think long and hard before I even drive across town. Unemployment stinks! (NT) -- JJ (Ronda)--I'm not unemployed, DH is. Although, if it had been the other way around, we would be much better off., 14:32:21 06/27/11 Mon
        • If you'll cook, I'll come to you! ;-) (NT) -- Theresa, 15:59:53 06/27/11 Mon
          • Haha! I can assure you your trip down would be more worth it if DH cooked and not me! (NT) -- JJ (Ronda), 19:01:46 06/27/11 Mon
  • Are you moving to Nashville> I live a few hours away in Memphis and om over in that area a few times a year. Welcome to Tenn! (NT) -- Spud, 09:42:41 06/27/11 Mon
    • Yeah, I'm going to be there in less than a week! (NT) -- Theresa, 14:28:25 06/27/11 Mon
      • I'll be in Nashville in late August for about 3 days. Maybe we can get together along with everyone else nearby. (NT) -- Araninda, 14:52:34 06/27/11 Mon
        • Why not? I'll see what I can come up with per mine and Colie's work schedule. (NT) -- Theresa, 16:01:12 06/27/11 Mon
  • My only advice is to plan your bathroom stops well. Depending on the route you take, I've heard that there can be long stretches of nothing. (NT) -- JJ (Ronda)--and keep the car stocked with snacks and drinks., 14:35:05 06/27/11 Mon
  • Safe trip and enjoy the drive. (NT) -- Hope, 17:00:24 06/27/11 Mon
  • How exciting to be moving -- almost all the way across the states. Prayers for a safe trip. (NT) -- carramor, 18:27:21 06/27/11 Mon
  • Have a safe trip Theresa and good luck ! (NT) -- Laurence, 02:15:52 06/28/11 Tue
  • I love Nashville. I have two sons and a daughter-in-law who live there. Actually, they are a little south of Nashville, in Spring Hill, but they work in Nashville. We will be there the last weekend in August and then again the week between Christmas and New Years. (NT) -- Martian Barb who can't wait until I get back to Nashville., 18:02:21 06/28/11 Tue
    • I forgot to tell you to have safe trip and enjoy Nashville. (NT) -- Martian Barb, 18:03:30 06/28/11 Tue
  • The drive was fun with my sister! Though a little cramped for her as she's taller than I am. We went through 9 states in three days. It took us until Nebraska to find a state that didn't look like it was part of Oregon or Washington. I got here safely on the 3rd and have loved it since! The 4th of July celebration in downtown Nashville was freaking awesome! (NT) -- Theresa, 12:54:30 07/08/11 Fri
    • Glad all went well for you and your sister !! (NT) -- Laurence ( would like so much to go in the USA ), 14:45:28 07/08/11 Fri
    • I had been wondering if you made it safely. Glad to hear you had and that the 4th Celebration was good. (NT) -- Hope, 17:11:01 07/08/11 Fri

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• Fashion -- Laurence, 01:19:48 07/06/11 Wed [1]
  http://madame.lefigaro.fr/defiles/haute-couture-0/automne-hiver-2011-2012-1?order=name&sort=desc
  
  saison : season
  automne : autumn
  hiver : winter
  printemps-été : spring-summer
  
  categorie : category
  créateur : fashion designer
  
  défilé : catwalk ( good term ?)
  homme : man
  

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• Goodbye to our canine friend "Rabb" -- Araninda, 16:44:25 06/26/11 Sun [25]
  Chris K's beloved and beautiful German Shepherd dog, "Rabb", passed away this weekend. Rabb was a sweetie with big paws and an even bigger heart. Loving and affectionate, he was the mascot for the Texas Tarts and the annual Texas Jagfest. He will be greatly missed.
  
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  • Oh No- I'm so sorry to hear of this. God Bless his little heart. I know the agony of losing a pet-many times over. My sincere condolences chris k, I could tell by your posts how much you loved him. Bless you and your family as you try to get through the days ahead without your beloved pet. Take care. (NT) -- Matou/Carol, 17:33:29 06/26/11 Sun
  • Gosh, I remember when he was named as a puppy. Has it been that long? I'm sorry to hear about your loss, ChrisK. (NT) -- The Chief, 17:46:20 06/26/11 Sun
  • ChrisK, so sorry to hear that you've lost your furry child. I know how hard that is. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. (NT) -- JAG Junkie (Ronda), 19:55:57 06/26/11 Sun
  • I'm so sorry to hear about your much loved Rabb. It is heartbreaking to lose a pet. I'm sure he meant the world to you and your family. (NT) -- Cece, 23:58:25 06/26/11 Sun
  • ChrisK, I'm so sorry to hear this. But I'm sure than from where he is now he still is keeping an eye on you .Warmest hugs. (NT) -- Laurence, 03:11:23 06/27/11 Mon
  • So very sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved 'Rabb'. What fun and joy he must have given you -- especially with his JAG connection. (NT) -- mj, 03:57:15 06/27/11 Mon
  • I am so sorryto hear of your loss, Chris. Furry pets are so much a part of the family and it's hard to lose them. Hugs and prayers to you. (NT) -- Martian Barb, 06:38:53 06/27/11 Mon
  • So sorry to hear that! That's never easy! Fair winds and Following Seas Rabb! (NT) -- Theresa, 08:29:25 06/27/11 Mon
  • Rabb was a good doggie. He will be missed! (NT) -- hugs-manette, 11:06:00 06/27/11 Mon
  • Aw so sorry to hear of your loss Chris K prayers and hugs to you (NT) -- Bev uk, 11:39:10 06/27/11 Mon
  • :( Sorry for your loss. (NT) -- Maja, 13:48:39 06/27/11 Mon
  • Oh I'm so sorry to hear this, ChrisK. It seems like just a short time ago you were telling us about your new pup. My heart goes out to you. I know how hard it is to lose one of your kids. (NT) -- doc (Lizzie & Frances, too), 15:17:45 06/27/11 Mon
  • Chris and family, you have my deepest sympathy and I know your pain. It's like losing a member of the family and hurts like hell. Try to remember all the good times, fun and laughter he brought you and be sure to read the Rainbow Bridge. (NT) -- jenks, 15:34:07 06/27/11 Mon
  • So sorry to hear your loss. He was special! (NT) -- Sunset, 16:28:17 06/27/11 Mon
  • So sorry to hear this news. My thoughts are with your whole family (NT) -- Hope, 16:58:12 06/27/11 Mon
  • My sincerest prayers go out to you and your family Chris. I cant even think of Rabb wiothout remembering him getting up and walking out of the room as we were singing. LOL He even moaned loudly. What a special boy he was and he will be missed. I wish we could have seen him this time around. (NT) -- TF, 17:17:54 06/27/11 Mon
  • thanks everyone - it's been hard as hell - We adopted Rabb six years ago at the age of 2. he was large for a german shepherd and the first time my mother said he was tall, dark and handsome, we knew we had to name him Rabb. While German Shepherds in general are a great breed, our Rabb lived up to his name, very sweet and special and loyal and smart. Unfortunately we didn't know he had a heart problem so though he appeared perfectly healthy friday night - saturday morning his heart simply couldn't pump any more. (NT) -- chris K, 17:28:17 06/27/11 Mon
    • a recommondat on for large breed owners inside -- chris k, 17:35:55 06/27/11 Mon
      • Our German Shepherd lived to be 10 yrs. old and the hip displacia resulted in his loss. We also had a wolf shepherd mix and the same thing happened, but neither one had heart problems. I think it just depends on the history of the animal and many times the inbreeding. (NT) -- jenks-still sending her I'm sorries..., 16:58:48 06/28/11 Tue
  • ChrisK, my heart goes out to you. Take to heart all the sentiments above and know we all feel the pain you and your family are experiencing. Prayers and hugs to you. (NT) -- carramor, 18:25:41 06/27/11 Mon
  • I'm so sorry to hear this sad news. I kow he was a member of your family. (NT) -- jan, 20:43:45 06/27/11 Mon
  • I'm sorry for your loss, Chris K, I know this must be a pianful time for you. (NT) -- mkim, 10:22:59 06/28/11 Tue
  • Just saw this...so sorry, Chris! I, too, remember when you first got him, and the stories you'd tell, and your training adventures! (NT) -- Pretz--who can finally look at pics of our Guinness without getting teary a year after he died. He's in a box on a shelf in the living room now., 20:33:52 06/28/11 Tue
    • just last night we were laughing about the first time we left him home alone and when my daughter and I came home there was Rabb standing on the formal dining room table eating the buter. - I was convinced he knew the dining and living room wre off limits- never mind the table!!! lol. He looked so guilty too - lol (NT) -- chris k, 08:02:33 06/29/11 Wed

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