"Buddy, our previous dog, came into our lives when our children were still young and our days were full of pick-up times, piano lessons and soccer games. Buddy was just one part of a life jammed with caretaking responsibilities. In fact, Buddy took care of us as much as we took care of him. But we’d concluded, in the two years after Buddy died, that an empty nest was really no blessing. Sure, we could travel on impulse or work late without worrying about who would feed and walk the dog. But when we took walks by the river or hiked on our favorite trails, there was always the missing one: a dog to share them with. Mainly, we realized, we are dog people. Since Scout’s arrival, I’ve decided that we are part of a trend: empty nesters who are welcoming new life in the form of a dog."
- Derrick
from Bookmarklet
a flippity ears pic!! - I also can´t imagine to get another dog, when my darling leaves me one horrific day. but a dogless life seems also impossible. (won´t think any further...)
- esther ♥ ♫
We never had a dog while we we growing up, and now there's Ziggy. Technically he's my youngest sister's dog, but once she moves away, if she ends up taking him with her, I'm sure my mom would have to replace that little silly fluffy guy in a heartbeat.
- Kamilah Gill
We had dogs and a cat around when I was growing up. I always knew that regardless of what happened in the child department, I wanted a dog when I was in a place and situation that allowed it. We got our first dog almost ten years ago and now have twelve paws running around our home. I'm glad my husband was so supportive of this because he never had any pets bigger than a gerbil when he...
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- Junebug (aka Sarah Jill)
Don't think I could handle life's ups and downs without a dog, I mean who else would stay up with me while the baby is teething
- Sarah Slaven
Chapman University group finds new way to relieve stress during finals week -- puppies | L.A. NOW | Los Angeles Times - http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/lanow...
"On Wednesday, in the middle of cram week, a bunch of puppies will be stationed outside the university library for students to pet and play with. The event, called "Furry Friends for Finals" is being organized by the university’s Active Minds club, which promotes mental awareness. "It has been proven that having a dog helps relieve stress, so we thought it would be a cute idea if we brought some furry friends on campus," said Jennifer Heinz, a sophomore and integrated educational studies major who helped organize the event. Heinz said her poodle-and-Maltese mix, Bindi, helps her relax. "I love my dog," she said. "Dogs are always so happy and want to play, and that helps make you happier.""
- edythe
from Bookmarklet
I especially like the third picture in this set. While stopped at a light, Kiyomi was busy staring at the traffic while I was busy staring at the camera. I'm pretty sure she'd make a driver than me. I'm certain she'd make a better driver than Toonces the Driving Cat.
- Ken & Kiyomi
(Sorry about the double-post, deleted previous entry when "Windows 7 Preview" decided it was smarter than I am, but uploaded a corrupted jpeg)
- Ken & Kiyomi
Good morning, friendfeed! It was a brisk 36°F as Kiyomi, Vicky & Ken took a walk around our neighborhood. Kiyomi enjoyed the cold, crisp air with the frosty leaves underfoot. Ken was bundled up in boots, jeans, sweater, and coat. Vicky was dressed for the cold as well, taking pictures with her gloves on.
Kiyomi and I went to Brown's Chapel Park again today for her to take a walk and burn off some of her energy before sunset. Pictures and video at: http://www.flickr.com/photos... ...sorry for cheesy quality, all taken with my Palm Centro.
It was frigid by the lake... you were shivering, Daddy, but I liked it just fine.
- Kiyomi
If it were just cold today, I think I could have tolerated it better. It was cold and there was a stiff breeze blowing over the lake. I kept my sweatshirt tight and my hood up for most of our "walk" (run). Autumns and Winters, I wish I had the thick double-coat of a Sheltie. I envy you, Kiyomi.
- Ken & Kiyomi
Our new pound puppy......such a sweety. Boxer/lab already named Zoey.....of course it's Zoey because we already have a shar-pei/boxer/lab named Joey. We may or may not change it. I can't wait to bring her home.
"You can memorialize a dearly departed pet in several different ways, but few allow you to keep Mr. Fluffypants as close to your heart as these wearable gems, which are created using the carbon captured from his remains. Not one but several companies are offering grieving pet owners the opportunity to immortalize their animal companions as jewelry. Despite the morbid undertones, it’s a trend that’s rapidly gaining popularity in Japan. But here’s the rub: The portable memorials might be better for the planet, too. DNA2Diamonds is just one of the outlets touting its conflict-free, environmentally responsible personal diamonds. The carbon extracted from a lock of hair or cremated ashes is subjected to the same process of extreme heat and pressure that squeezes carbon into naturally occurring diamonds. And because the rocks are made in a lab, instead of mined, they don’t carry the same baggage as “blood diamonds” do. Eternal rest set in stone does not come cheap, however—expect to pay upwards of $3,000 for the gem alone."
- Rachel Lea Fox
from Bookmarklet
I plan to make mine into stoles and wear them around my neck 4ever.
- Amy℠
This reminds me of Larry Hagman's famous wish that he wants his ashes spread over a wheat field and then for a cake to be made from the wheat that grows that season and for his family to eat it. Every time I think about that, it warms my heart a little.
- Akiva Moskovitz
Of course, human ashes can also be made into diamonds.
- Kurt Kringle
Kurt, if you go to the websites they talk about the human part too. This article was just about the animals. They will also make a lock of hair into a colored diamond that you can give for an anniversary or whatever occasion. It will cost you a minimum of about $1500 depending on the size stone you want.
- Rachel Lea Fox
I would totally do this if I could for the dog I grew up with.
- Cyrus Lendvay
Amanda Cheadle, 58, of Holmesdale Farm House, Fletching near Uckfield, was on Wedneysday, 18 November 2009, handed the ban by Lewes magistrates. She had faced nine charges of causing unnecessary suffering and neglect, and was also sentenced to 20 weeks in prison for each of the charges, with each term to run concurrently.
- Joelle Nebbe (iphigenie)
from Bookmarklet
she should have to do community service for life at a dog shelter
- VAL D.