Woody's in PA!! See Karen's new thread [Archive] - Page 2

krazyaboutkatz

01-22-2008, 11:23 AM

I'm sorry to hear that Woody was rejected for the earlier morning flight again:( but I'm so glad that he now has a ticket for a later flight and that he's finally been accepted. Thanks Phred for making this happen.:) Now hopefully everything will go smoothly and he'll arrive in Philly tonight and Karen won't have any problems picking him up. Lots more prayers and positive thoughts are being sent his way.

jennielynn1970

01-22-2008, 11:24 AM

His flight isn't leaving till 11:50am now.

Still have my fingers crossed!!!!

Here's the link to his flight tracker.....
His flight won't show up on the tracker until it takes off.
You can refreash when it gets closer to take off @ 11:50am Central Time
http://flightaware.com/live/flight/EGF212
Below the main screen is the activity log, you can see his updated flight departure time there.

Oh my gosh.... as long as he can get on that darn flight!!! Gosh, the things Leslie has gone through!

Got my fingers crossed here at work that all goes well!

pitc9

01-22-2008, 11:58 AM

Flight tracker is not showing that his flight took off yet....maybe it's just a glich and he got into the air at 11:50 like they last said.....
Oh I wish I knew..... :(

AdoreMyDogs

01-22-2008, 12:11 PM

Here's my little boy in the airport all "locked up" and ready to go.

I'm going to miss you, Woody. You came here unexpectedly, and I just expected to have you a few days, but we were together a while, weren't we?. You'll love your new home. The white stuff all over the ground might take some getting used to, but I know you'll do good.

I pray that you do good on the flight and you have lots of fun in your new home.

I'll never forget that ARRRRROOOOOO of yours. It's just the cutest thing EVER. Be good, little mini man. Have a good life my little friend.

Woody at the airport
http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j163/AdoreMyDogs/Sherlock/atairport2.jpg?t=1201024934
http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j163/AdoreMyDogs/Sherlock/atairport.jpg?t=1201024977

All "locked up" :(
http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j163/AdoreMyDogs/Sherlock/byebye2.jpg?t=1201025026
http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j163/AdoreMyDogs/Sherlock/byebye1.jpg?t=1201025052

Be safe, have fun, and keep waging that tail, Woody!

pitc9

01-22-2008, 12:13 PM

Oh Woody...look at what a brave little man you are!!

You sure look comfty in your crate! Wishing you the best of luck little guy!
(according to flight tracker, you haven't left the airport yet.. :( )

Taz_Zoee

01-22-2008, 12:13 PM

Oh gosh! I am an emotional wreck this week. I have LES here at work seeing these pictures. But I know he's going to be fine and will be with Karen and then Jennie in a few days.
I can't wait to hear he arrived safely and is with Karen.

Jadapit

01-22-2008, 12:21 PM

Omg, Woody is such a doll! That face. :D Travel safe, sweetie. :)

Pam

01-22-2008, 12:24 PM

Oh I am melting. What a little sweetie. Woody just be patient. Your wonderful new home is only a few hours away. Phred, as always, what would we ever do without you!! :)

pitc9

01-22-2008, 12:27 PM

As of 12:24pm Central time According to AA automated phone line.... his flight is sitting on the runway waiting for take off!!!!!!!!

OMG... I'm a blubbering mess.... I'm so happy this is finally happening!!!!!!

pitc9

01-22-2008, 12:32 PM

IF ALL WENT ACCORDING TO PLAN AND HE'S ON FLIGHT 3212 HEADING TO DALLAS.... THEN HIS FLIGHT TOOK OFF AT 12:28Central Time!!!!!

FLY WOODY FLY LITTLE GUY!!!!!

shais_mom

01-22-2008, 12:42 PM

have you talked with Leslie to know that he was on the plane?!
everything crossed!

pitc9

01-22-2008, 12:45 PM

I've PM'ed Leslie, Jenn and Phred to see if anyone knows 100% sure if he's on the plane and have not heard from anyone.
That's why in the last post I said "If all went as planned" because I don't know for sure. :(

I wish I did.

jennielynn1970

01-22-2008, 12:55 PM

I haven't heard from Phred or Leslie... I really really really hope he made it on!!!

I'm soooooo excited!!!! YAY!!!

Daisy and Delilah

01-22-2008, 12:57 PM

What a sweetheart he is!! Be safe little man!! :) I'm praying that all will go well :)

pitc9

01-22-2008, 01:02 PM

Again... IF he's on flight #3212... he'd be landing in Dallas shortly!!!!!

jennielynn1970

01-22-2008, 01:06 PM

It says it landed 11 minutes ago.

Phred said we needed an Airbill number to track Woody. I wonder if he got in contact with Leslie?? I have no messages on my cell phone.

Vela

01-22-2008, 01:09 PM

I'm sorry Jenn, I know that has to be stressful, I'd be frantic not being able to even make sure he's where he is supposed to be and made it to his flights. I hope you hear something soon.

Emeraldgreen

01-22-2008, 01:30 PM

How exciting! Hoping the Woodster lands safely and is in the arms of Karen soon and then home with Jenn shortly after that! I wish I didn't have to go to work. I want to see how this unfolds! Guess I'll find out this evening. :)
p.s. it's so funny how many people are currently online reading this thread. I don't think I've ever seen so many green lights lit up at once! LOL

cassiesmom

01-22-2008, 01:40 PM

Best Wishes, precious Woody Woodster! Hughughughughughug

RobiLee

01-22-2008, 02:05 PM

Praying for Woody and hoping that he is safe.

Vela

01-22-2008, 02:05 PM

pitc9

01-22-2008, 02:41 PM

Well the connecting flight number phred gave is in the air, I just wish we knew if he was on it. Crossing fingers he made it, took off 20 minutes late so hopefuly that gave them enough time for the transfer, if he was on the first flight. Good luck Woody! I hope you are where you are supposed to be and will be safe soon. Anxiously awaiting details on his whereabouts.

Oh yeah!! Maybe they held the plan for our little man!! :D (yeah right :p )

IF he made it on that flight, according to Philly's website, it's coming in 15 minuets early!!
Right now he's crossing into Tennessee!!

pitc9

01-22-2008, 03:11 PM

****I JUST GOT OFF THE PHONE WITH PHRED****

He missed his orginal connection out of Dallas, he's going to be put on Flight #1086 out of Dallas @ 3:30 Central time and will arrive in Philly at 7:45pm EST.

Vela

01-22-2008, 03:17 PM

Thanks for letting us know!!! I'm not normally a nailbiter but I've been concerned about the little guy.

jennielynn1970

01-22-2008, 03:22 PM

Here's the FlightAware link for # 1086 (http://flightaware.com/live/flight/AAL1086)

AdoreMyDogs

01-22-2008, 03:24 PM

I'm sorry for not replying sooner, I HAD to take a nap (stayed up too late and then woke up so early to take Woody to the airport) then had to get lunch for my little girl. Phred said he was going to check on Woody while I took a nap, I'm sorry to keep you all waiting.

I will call again shortly to check on my little Woody. I hope he's not too scared, poor little pup :(

Off to get myself some lunch now. I'm near my phones and I will be checking frequentlly any updates here that Phred may post.

Oh, and here's a video I took in the airport. You can hear little whimpers from Woody if you listen carefully (and you can hear my hubby and baby in the background also hehe)
Woody getting excited (http://s80.photobucket.com/albums/j163/AdoreMyDogs/Sherlock/?action=view&current=airportvid.flv)

jennielynn1970

01-22-2008, 03:27 PM

OMG... those little wimpers and squeaks... I am just absolutely a puddle of mush right now!!!!

Good lord, how am I going to wait?! I'm worse than a kid before Christmas! :p ;)

Husky_mom

01-22-2008, 03:43 PM

OMG... those little wimpers and squeaks... I am just absolutely a puddle of mush right now!!!!

Good lord, how am I going to wait?! I'm worse than a kid before Christmas! :p ;)

and you are not the only one ;)

I´ve been following this thread since forever......I can´t wait to see weolcome home pics!!

Reachoutrescue

01-22-2008, 03:44 PM

I meant to reply to this thread before, and I am sorry I did not. I am so happy for you Woody! You are going to have a great new home! I hope you have a safe flight and enjoy your new home! Can't wait to see the pictures of you in your new home!

pitc9

01-22-2008, 03:46 PM

His departure has been delayed an hour because of a change of aircraft.
He won't be leaving Dallas until 4:30pm Central time and won't get into Philly now until 8:25pm Eastern time.

I hope you took a nap today Karen!! It might be a late night for you and Woody!! :D

Cincy'sMom

01-22-2008, 03:51 PM

Good luck and safe travels, Woody!!

gini

01-22-2008, 03:51 PM

Best Wishes, precious Woody Woodster! Hughughughughughug

By now I think we need to call him precious WOODY WOODSTAR!!!:D

Woody you sure have a lot of people sitting on pins and needles over you!!

and more hugshugshugshugs for you.

WELOVESPUPPIES

01-22-2008, 04:05 PM

You're almost there Woody. Still thinking of you and hope you are having a good trip.

AdoreMyDogs

01-22-2008, 04:07 PM

I'm so sad that he's delayed again. Poor guy. Wow this is going to be a long day for my little boy, poor thing :( I wish he wasn't stuck in that little cage so long. Thank you so much for updating us, Angie!

pitc9

01-22-2008, 04:14 PM

I wonder if the airlines are allowed to let him out at some point?
If not, Leslie, please try not to worry.
Just think about tonight, Karen will make sure he's comfy (and spoiled ROTTEN)!

Still thinking of you Woody!

By now (5:14pm Eastern time) he's on the plane!! He will be taking off in about 15 minuets!!!!

pitc9

01-22-2008, 04:31 PM

Well... I'm leaving work now and won't be near a computer again until late tonight. :(

Can't wait to "see" you in Philly Woody!!!

{{{{HUGS}}}

Pam

01-22-2008, 04:44 PM

I hope you took a nap today Karen!! It might be a late night for you and Woody!! :D

HA! Night is when Karen is at her best!! Have you ever checked the times that she posts?! :D :p I can't imagine how many people are keeping track of this flight (probably more than track Air Force One!) :p

Cinder & Smoke

01-22-2008, 05:00 PM

I'm back & the Kidney Doc is a lil richer. :rolleyes:

Hope Woody packed a good book ...

He's STII stuck in Dallas/Ft Worth - at 5:50 pm Eastern time.

The current "excuse" on the computer changed from "weather delay but they're out on the runway"
to "Equipment Change & still at the gate". :eek:

Nobody really knows ... Last promise was depart at 5:40 EST (1 hr 10 min late) ---
but it was 5:50 when he read that and said they had NOT pushed back from the gate.

IF they had taken off at 5:40 EST - the ETA to Philly was 8:40 pm ...
so the realistic arrival in Philly is prolly ~~ 9:00 pm tonight +/- a few.

Will update in a few.

/s/ Phred @ 6:00 pm (EST)

Rachel

01-22-2008, 05:01 PM

Oh my, I do hope that he arrives safely and without any ill effects. I know once K9Karen gets her hands on him, he will be safe and secure and loved on for sure.

Cinder & Smoke

01-22-2008, 05:08 PM

:)

OK, AA Flight 1086 is OFF and FLYING at 5:55 pm EST ...

No accutate uppydate on the Philly ETA - but it will be "about" 8:50 - 9:00 pm EASTERN Time.

KAREN ~~

Stand by with the Taxi!!

Now I gotta check to be sure his Airbill shows him ON Flight 1086 ...
Cross whatever is handy ...

B R B

/s/ Phred & 6:09 pm

Taz_Zoee

01-22-2008, 05:13 PM

Ugh! This is nerve wracking for all of us, I can only imagine how Jennie, Leslie and Karen are feeling!!!
He should be on the ground by the time I get home from work.
Everything is crossed here (except my eyes, kinda hard to work that way). :)

jennielynn1970

01-22-2008, 05:33 PM

Oh dear lord.. delayed again! I'm guessing Woody has his legs crossed at this point too, and not for good luck either!

It says on FlightAware that the flight in ENROUTE!!! There's 2hrs left according to the info on the screen.

Guess I should get back to doing Algebra 1 with my student, huh?? :rolleyes: :p She's as anxious as I am though, so we're cool!

Cinder & Smoke

01-22-2008, 05:42 PM

:mad:

They might take good care of the DAWG - but they treat the Hoomins like POOP!

Woody is ALREADY IN PHILLY -
been there since 6:15 pm!

HOW he got there, nobody will admit to ... but he's there!
I just spoke with the Philly Office Girl - she has Woody and another pup in the Office -
I heard 'em both "talking" in the background! :D

And it turns out Karen had called minutes before I found him -
so she and John have been enroute to the airport since 6:20 or so.

She "forgot" to take all my carefully prepared instructions - WHY do I bother??? -
but John insists he knows where to go.

So stop Flight Tracking Woody - he's driving an office desk in the Philly terminal.

Welcome to (almost) HOME, Woody!!

:D

/s/ Phred

AdoreMyDogs

01-22-2008, 05:47 PM

Oh my baby Woody! You're safe honey! Yay sweet, brave boy! Soon you'll meet your #2 foster family, Karen and John and your foster doggie Logan and you'll have LOTS of hugs and kisses from VERY wonderful people! Woody I love you!

Taz_Zoee

01-22-2008, 05:48 PM

WOO HOO!! Thank goodness he is safely on the ground!
Way to go Phred, Leslie, Jennie and Karen!! :)

jennielynn1970

01-22-2008, 06:05 PM

Woody is ALREADY IN PHILLY -
been there since 6:15 pm!

HOW he got there, nobody will admit to ... but he's there!
I just spoke with the Philly Office Girl - she has Woody and another pup in the Office -
I heard 'em both "talking" in the background! :D
So stop Flight Tracking Woody - he's driving an office desk in the Philly terminal.

Welcome to (almost) HOME, Woody!!

:D

/s/ Phred

OMG... no one KNOWS how he got there?! Geez Louise, what an operation they are running!

Oh, I can't wait to see how he's doing at Karen's!!!

Back to Algebra... :rolleyes:

gini

01-22-2008, 06:17 PM

Aren't there underage puppy working LAWS? They got him in the office WURKING?

Thank goodness he arrived safely and he is in a warm office. Hang on Woody, some good luvin is in your immediate future.

What a nail biter afternoon this has been!

Leslie, Karen, Phred and Jenn - this stuff just has to be put in book form and published! What an amazing coordination and effort on all of your parts.

A deep heartfelt thank you from me.

Cinder & Smoke

01-22-2008, 06:21 PM

:D

7:15 pm ~ Karen & John HAVE HIM!!

They're headed out of the terminal as I type ...
One Potty Call comin rite up!

He was "entertaining" the Baggage Office Gang from inside his crate when
Karen & John arrived.

I think Jenn is going to have to *fight* for him ... Karen says he can stay with her! ;)

By now they're all in the Bus and headed north for Foster Home #2.

GOOD JOB, Everyone!

:D

Donnaj4962

01-22-2008, 06:40 PM

I have been following this thread, but haven't posted..... but now I have to!

YEAH!!!!! Woody is on the ground and in luvving arms again!

I am constantly amazed at our PT family... and this one has to go in the books!

Can't wait to see some pictures of the little guy! And I am sure Jenn is ready to hold him in her arms!

shais_mom

01-22-2008, 06:41 PM

:mad:

She "forgot" to take all my carefully prepared instructions - WHY do I bother??? -
but John insists he knows where to go.

/s/ Phred
b/c you wouldn't know what to do if you didn't OVER DO! ;)
I'm so glad he's in PA!
wooohooo!

jennielynn1970

01-22-2008, 07:00 PM

:D

I think Jenn is going to have to *fight* for him ... Karen says he can stay with her! ;)

Where's the raised eyebrow smiley when you need it?! Leslie said I was going to need a crowbar to get Woody away from Karen! :eek:

Sorry Karen, but you can't keep him, lol. You can always puppysit if I ever get to go on a vacation, but nothing permanent! :p

sparks19

01-22-2008, 07:04 PM

Hooray I'm so glad he is in PA safe and sound... sorry i couldnt' help out.

Can't wait see pics of him :D

cyber-sibes

01-22-2008, 07:07 PM

Geesh, I've been gone a couple hours & just look at all the drama I missed (thankfully, or I'd have NO nails by now!) Big hugs to all the wonderful PTers helping get Woody to his new home!!!!
At least we can all breathe a collective sigh of relief! He made it through the flight!

AdoreMyDogs

01-22-2008, 07:20 PM

Woody is now officially checking his new yard out at his new foster home with the lovely Karen and John! Karen is already in love and all she can say to me about him is "Oh my God is he so precious". She's truly in love. Yep, Jenn, bring that crowbar when you go to pick him up :D

I think I can officially say that Karen has puppy fever! She's only known Woody for an hour or so and she's absolutely in love. Woody's a charmer, for sure. He's got the personality to go along with his drop-dead gorgeous puppy face :)

I know I've said it a thousand times before but THANK YOU PET TALK!!!!! . I adore this place! I miss Woody a lot but he's in such good hands. And I have to add that after Woody left, I let Boone and Kersey play in the back yard and I let them stay out for about 20 minutes or so and Boone didn't jump the fence! What a good boy. I'm 99% sure he was jumping because of Woody.

This is the perfect ending for Woody...and the perfect beginning for Jennie :) I bet he's the only rescue basset flown in from TX in all of PA!

Daisy and Delilah

01-22-2008, 07:35 PM

WOOOOHOOOOOO!!!! YAY!!!

Welcome to your almost new home little sweetie!!! I'm wiping away the tears of joy here!! Great job everybody!! Pet Talk rocks!! :D

Catty1

01-22-2008, 07:39 PM

Welcome, Woody! Happy, beloved boy!

The way PT can pull things together is amazing.... :D

Scooter's Mom

01-22-2008, 07:44 PM

I have been praying for Woody all day at work! I can't check message boards from work though, so it's been killing me to wait and find out.

YAY WOODY!

I'm so glad he's safe.

anna_66

01-22-2008, 07:50 PM

Oh I'm so glad to hear he's at Karen's and all is well:D

Now...WE NEED PICTURES KAREN!!!

captain

01-22-2008, 08:18 PM

I have been reading this thread, but never posting!
I am so happy that he finally got to Karen.

You guys have done so much ........ LES ..... :( :)

Enjoy your time with Karen, lovely Woody.

cyber-sibes

01-22-2008, 08:29 PM

Great news!!! Those pictures you posted from the airport are wonderful - his little expression really tugs at the ol' heartstrings, doesn't it? What a sweetie pie! I'll bet he'll sleep goooooood tonight!

Reachoutrescue

01-22-2008, 09:10 PM

I am so glad that you are in your 2nd foster home, Woody! I can't wait to see pictures! Any ideas on when you are going to your forever home?

kimlovescats

01-22-2008, 09:22 PM

This is the BEST news I've heard all day! WAY TO GO to everyone involved!!! :D

Cincy'sMom

01-22-2008, 09:25 PM

So glad to hear Woody made it safe and sound!! What a journey for a little pup!!!

jennielynn1970

01-22-2008, 09:35 PM

Any ideas on when you are going to your forever home?

HOPEFULLY Karen will allow me to take him home on Saturday!

Cinder & Smoke

01-22-2008, 09:43 PM

Can't wait see pics of him :D

10:20 pm ...

I just reminded Foster Mom #2 by phone that about a 1,000 PTers
were *waiting* to hear some NEWS about Woody.

She promised to send a few e-mails and post something.

John has Woody in his lap - Woody's sawin logs big time!

Rachel

01-22-2008, 09:52 PM

I am ever so glad that this came off without a hitch. Kudos to all the participants (and a Happy Birthday too to Karen's John). Thankfully the staff at the airport had the heart to take good care of Woody while he waited for his ride.

Phred, you get a gold star for your logistics coordination. It did seem like quite a challenge but you've got the knack or should I say skill set.

Cinder & Smoke

01-22-2008, 10:12 PM

Continuing Woody's Tails ...

I had to start a new thread..the other is so long.
{NOTE: Length of a thread has little to do with readability or speed of loading;
but there's something to be said for "continuity". (Phred)}

This is a new start for Woody so I started a new thread to boot.

John and I expected the Woodster at 745p so on a whim, I checked the tracking at 6p and they said he was in Phila :eek: Thankfully I had food, water, blankies, leash ready, so John and I flew out of the house, no lights on, coats over arms and raced to the airport. We left without cameras, sorry, but relied on our new camera phones.

I want to thank Phred for all his hard work. I apologize...we did look at his wonderful directions, but our printer is broken, but My John read them and, thanks to a great memory, said he could find the "spot" Your directions were right on, Phred, and we are very appreciative.

AA employees were petting Woody through the bars (he was on his back). All smiles. John and I fed him a little and I walked him. He sat on my lap on the way home and fell asleep.

Sorry this is late..by the time we got home, played with him, took pictures (will be downloaded tonight or tomorrow..we are pooped) and spent time with the VERY annoyed Princess Klo..time has flown. John and I have had headaches all day..mine from excitement for sure, but are now OK, knowing Woody is fine.

Woody is officially up for RANSOM!!!!!! Sorry Jenn. Good luck getting the little nipper! :p Woody is asleep in John's caring arms while I type. He initiated my dining room rug when I wasn't looking and also the Big Bed, where I put him for a split second while I opened the door to his crate. (blankets etc now being washed). Woody would have NOTHING to do with his crate while we were up and about, so I took him back out for his 10th pee and now he's out like a light.

So please be patient for photos..just know the little pumpkin love is sweet, adorable, no worse for wear. His ears are amazing. I'm full of puppy teethie chomps..who cares? He is a living angel. I'm just glad I could do this. Puppy fever had biten me

I love you guys

krazyaboutkatz

01-22-2008, 11:06 PM

I'm so glad to hear that Woody is finally in Pa. and with Karen & John until Jenn picks him up.:) He sure is a cutie pie and I can't wait to see many more pictures of him in the future.:) Thanks Leslie,Phred,Karen & John, and of course Jenn for coordinating all of this so that Woody could get to his new home.:)

shais_mom

01-22-2008, 11:42 PM

http://petoftheday.com/talk/showthread.php?p=1962522#post1962522
Woody's new thread.

I think Phred, Karen, John and the Tx crew need to take a lesson from Woody and go to bed and be ready for a big day of PIC TAKING TOMORROW! :D

Cinder & Smoke

01-23-2008, 02:44 PM

:D

I like to recognise Folks who do a good job - and to do that you ususally have to talk to their Boss. Woody would still be sitting in Texas waiting for the Spring Thaw if it weren't for a gal named Shawna at AA Cargo in Dallas -
she said the Magic Words :) that got Woody accepted to fly yesterday.

I determined who her supervisor was - John W. - and called him today.

Very Friendly chap, who turned SUPER Friendly after I explained I wanted to
pass a God Star on to one of his Supervisors. He listened intently as I recapped the grief & aggravation Leslie suffered at Wichita Falls, then replayed Shawna's intervention and resolution of the Woody problem with one tactful phone call.

He about *bubbled* with pride - and promised to recognise and reward Shawna for her good Customer Service skills. He also promised to *look into* the situation at Wichita Falls to see if they could eliminate future problems there. Then he thanked ME for taking the time to praise Shawna and the rest of his Dallas Cargo phone people.

Hope she likes her Gold Star. ;)

/s/ Phred

Taz_Zoee

01-23-2008, 02:47 PM

That is great Phred! But maybe you should put it in writing so it could go into her file. That's what we do here. We post it so everyone can see, and a copy goes into our permanent file. Just a thought. :)

Thanks to everyone at PT and especially Shawna!! :D :D

Rachel

01-23-2008, 02:50 PM

I think there is a certain someone around here who deserves one (or more) of those gold stars. For manning Logistics Central and for follow-up services.

jennielynn1970

01-23-2008, 02:57 PM

Then he thanked ME for taking the time to praise Shawna and the rest of his Dallas Cargo phone people.

/s/ Phred

I think you deserve one of the biggest gold stars. You are just Mr. Organization and just have a way of getting people together to get things done. I had to force myself not to say "YES SIR!" a couple times! :p

You really have been such a tremendous help, I'm just so glad that we were fortunate enough to have your help!

Everyone was really awesome through this whole adventure... and I can't wait to get my hands on my sweet boy!