*Memorial Day Weekend *BASH* @ Findlay, OHIO Bark Park ~ *SUNDAY* MAY 24, 2009 ~

[Cinder & Smoke]

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Lissin UP, FirKids!!

Tell yur Folks ~ Mark the Calendars! ~ PLAN Ahead!!

We're DOin it Again! ~
Anudder *BIG* Pet Talk Gathurin!

Where? ~ Da Bark Park at FINDLAY, OHIO

When? ~ Memorial Day Weekend ~ ** SUNDAY **
The LAST SUNDAY in May ~
SUNDAY ~ May 24, 2009

Note: This is a 3-Day weekend - Saturday, Sunday,
and the Holiday is celebrated on Monday.

Page 2 / Day 2 - See the **NOTE** down at the bottom ~
We'll hold a RE-Run on MONDAY - MAY 25th, 2009 for
Anoyone who wants to 'Do It Again' oe can't attend on Sunday


Time? First Arrivals can be 10AM or even earlier...
the Real Crowd starts forming between
11AM and Noon...
The DieHards stay till almost Dark.

What Goes On? ~ A REEL GUD TYME!!!! http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/biggrin.gif

Dawgs ~ Playin, Chasin, Rasslin, Runnin,
Jumpin, Eatin TREETS!!

Hoomins ~ Talkin, Socializin, Jabberin, Yappin,
Swappin Dawg Tails, EATIN GUD Food,
takin Photos, an Havin a GREAT Tyme!! http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/biggrin.gif

Who Should Come? **Ebberbuddie**
Grab yur Dawgs (some folks even bring da KAT! http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/tongue.gif ),
load up some Treets & Grub, and motor on over!

We'll post some maps & directions later...
for now all ya need to know is we meet in Findlay, Ohio -
which is on InterState 75, South of Toledo, Ohio ~
in the North West corner of Ohio.

Y'all BEE THERE!! ~ SUNDAY ~ MAY 24th

We're gonna have sum *Phunn*!! http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/biggrin.gif


PS:
No Dawg?? ~ NO Problem - we alluz have "Extra Dawgs"!
We can "loan" ya a Dawg fur the Day!

http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/wink.gif

And back by popular request >>>
Page 2 / Day 2 ~
We'll hold a RE-Run on MONDAY - MAY 25th, 2009, for
Anoyone who wants to 'Do It Again' or can't attend on Sunday ...

SAME Spot - The Dawg Park at Riverbend ---
Pavilion #7 is Rented & Reserved for Pet Talk - ALL Day

We'll 're-cycle' all the Yummie Leftovers from Sunday
and feed the Army a second time ... Nunbuddy leaves
*Hungry* from a PT Gathurin!!

:)


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[Cinder & Smoke]

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For the Newer Pet Talkers, and anyone else who hasn't seen the
sometimes "lengthy" posts devoted to Planning these Events,
and the always enjoyable "Reports" (complete with extensive
Photo Coverage) of the Events ~

Here's a capsule summary of What Goes On:

We "Gather" at the very nice Hancock County Park District "Dog Park" in the
north-western corner of OHIO.
Facilities include:

* A 2-acre fully fenced OFF-leash Dog Park - with picnic tables, running water,
a few shade trees, grass, a lil mud, a collection of toys & balls -
a fine place to let a Friendly Pooch *romp* with other dogs.

* And 100 feet away ~ An enclosed (on two sides) Covered Picnic Pavilion
with concrete floor, picnic tables to seat 90 or so, electrical outlets,
2 charcoal grills - and enough Food & Covered Dishes to feed a mid-sized army!
(We NEVER go away hungry!!)
We Reserve and Rent the Pavilion - so there's no risk of it being "occupied"
by anyone except our Pet Talk Gang.

* Within 500 feet - there are two CLEAN Rest Rooms ~ OK, they don't *flush* -
but they ARE "clean", have concrete floors, and locking doors!

* A large, paved parking lot is within sight of the Dog Park and Pavilion.

* Many wooded Trails through the beautiful Park are available, but most
Folks hang with the Gang in the Dog Park or at the Pavilion.

* Food is casual / picnic stuff - everyone brings a lil extra to share - and as
said before - ya won't be hungry when you leave!

We can't stress enough that EVERYone is More than Welcome!!
We were all "strangers" when we came to our "first one" -
and most everyone who has been to one keeps coming back!

NEW This Year ~~~
The Hancock Park District has DROPPED the requirement that the DOGS have to be "Registered"
to enter the Dog Park area, and NO Fees will be charged.
BUTT ~~~ PLEASE NOTE:
The Rules REQUIRING that ALL Doge have the following are STILL IN EFFECT:

1) COPY (originals won't be returned) of the Dog's
. . Annual Vaccination Record (including distemper) from the VET...
. . (A Copy of the Office Visit Receipt is fine if the SHOTS
. . are noted & has Vet's Name on it).
. . DATE of Shots needs to be within ONE Year of now.

2) COPY of RABIES Vaccination Receipt ...
. . DATE within 1 or 3 years - depending on the vaccine used;
. . Most Rabies Receipts show an EXPIRATION date for the shot -
. . Rabies Vacc must be "current" (not expired).
. . (Fido should be *wearing* the Rabies "Tag".)

3) All Dogs must also be "Licensed" by the City, Town, County,
or State where you LIVE. Fido should be *wearing* his/her License Tag.

You should make and carry COPIES of all these documents with you every time
you visit the Dog Park. If there's an "incident" (Fido is accused of http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/eek.gif *biting* someone) -
you'll be required to PROVE the above requirements have been met by Fido.

If you're still "not sure" about attending -
take a look at some of out Past Gathurins in these threads >>>

Last Year's Memorial Day Gathurin - May 25, 2008 >>>
http://petoftheday.com/talk/showthread.php?t=138621 (http://petoftheday.com/talk/showthread.php?t=138621)

2007's Spring Memorial Day Gathurin - May 27, 2007 >>>
http://petoftheday.com/talk/showthread.php?t=124178 (http://petoftheday.com/talk/showthread.php?t=124178)

Spring Memorial Day Gathurin - May 28, 2006 >>>
http://petoftheday.com/talk/showthread.php?t=98411 (http://petoftheday.com/talk/showthread.php?t=98411)

3 Years ago - Memorial Day Gathurin - May 29, 2005 >>>
http://petoftheday.com/talk/showthr...16&page=1&pp=10 (http://petoftheday.com/talk/showthread.php?t=77616&page=1&pp=10)

Fall (2004) Findlay Meeting (http://petoftheday.com/talk/showthread.php?s=&threadid=59879&highlight=Findlay)

Labor Day (2004) Gathurin (http://petoftheday.com/talk/showthread.php?s=&threadid=55388&highlight=Findlay)

Memorial Day (2004) at Findlay (http://petoftheday.com/talk/showthread.php?s=&threadid=48146&highlight=Findlay)

Memorial Day (2003) Gathurin (http://petoftheday.com/talk/showthread.php?s=&threadid=25713)

As you can see - we've been "Doing these Gathurings" for several years -
and "The Gang" keeps getting bigger -
so <YOU> will Fit Right IN!!

Please meet us in Findlay on SUNDAY ~ May 24th and / or
on MONDAY - May 25th, 2009

You and the FurKids WILL **Have PHUNN** !!


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..

[Cinder & Smoke]

:eek:

Some "revisions" to the MapQuest Directions & Routings

http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/confused.gif Why, WHY, WHY can't MapQuest just leave things alone? http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/mad.gif

Every year they like to "adjust" things ... shift the number ranges on a street ...
change a routing ... or just change stuff for the heck of it! Grrrrr!

I'll reprint the previous How To - and change a few things to try to catch up
with MapQuest's 2009 changes. Believe it or not, the Dog Park hasn't moved -
but MapQuest would certainly make you think it moved!
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How to Get MapQuest Directions TO the Findlay Bark Park
OK - Here's how to get your MapQuest "Directions" with Turn-by-Turn Instructions ...

Use the Click-Link (below) to get to the From and To page for MapQuest.
**WAIT** till the page fully loads - or you'll goof up the pre-filled data!!

When the page finishes loading - you'll have TWO big data blocks -
the one on the LEFT asking for your STARTING Location;
the one on the RIGHT >> Already FILLED IN < with the Dog Park Address.

If you have it - do NOT use Microsoft's "AutoFill" - it will put your home address
in BOTH blocks - erasing http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/eek.gif the pre-filled Dog Park Address! http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/mad.gif

JUST fill in your Home or "Starting" address in the LEFT (STARTING Location) Blocks.

Here's the "Revised for 2009" *Link* to MapQuest >>>
(The MapQuest directions are "usable" just as they print out from MapQuest.
They MAY NOT "match" landmarks I've posted in the past. http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/frown.gif

MapQuest Directions To: Findlay, OH ~ DOG PARK (http://www.mapquest.com/directions/main.adp?2a=16500 Township Road 208&2c=Findlay&2s=OH&2z=45840&2y=US&cid=lfddlink)

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IF you want to use a GPS or another Mapping Service - here's the Dog Park Address:

16500 Township Road 208
-OR-
Township Road 207 AND Township Road 208
Findlay, OH 45840

GPS Coordinates: (WGS 84)
N. 41* 01.941'
W 083* 33.691'

The Dog Park is INside the Hancock Park District's "Riverbend Recreation Area";
about a half mile south of Ohio Route 568;
and just north of the North-East Corner of the big Findlay Reservoir.
The Reservoir is on most maps - and stands out because it is drawn as a
Big SQUARE Blue Lake; south-east of downtown Findlay.
If ANYONE has trouble with the Route to the Dog Park - PM "Cinder & Smoke"
with your E-mail and Home/Starting Address.
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OK - so what changed?

* BE PREPARED: No matter where you're coming from, Map Quest will probably
show a different route for the last 10 - 15 miles - different from last year's route.
Use whatever you're comfortable with or remember ... there aren't ANY roads or bridges
that are closed ... and I've driven ALL the various routes that MapQuest can suggest.
NO route is really much better than another --- miles are about the same
and drive time isn't drastically altered.

If you think your mapping program or GPS is really sending you around Robinhood's Barn -
send me a copy of the route and I'll look it over.

As always, the PT Travel Bureau will be open all day on Sunday & Monday -
Just a cell phone away! We WILL get you to the Park! http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/wink.gif
Call Phred's Home or Cell Numbers - whichever you know - they both *ring* the Cell Phone.

/s/ Phred
..

[Cinder & Smoke]

1: Heading SOUTHbound on I-75 ...

2: Take the OH-12 exit, EXIT 157, toward FINDLAY / COLUMBUS GROVE. go 0.2 mi

3: Turn LEFT onto W MAIN CROSS ST / OH-12. (Towards downtown Findlay) Go 1.2 mi

4: Turn RIGHT onto OH-568 / S MAIN ST / I-75-BL. (Heading SOUTH in town)
... GO 0.1 mi and merge into the LEFT lane.

5: Turn LEFT onto E SANDUSKY ST / OH-568. Continue to follow OH-568.
... You leave town and drive WEST out into the Country; drive about 2.7 miles ...

**WATCH** for a little Fire Station on the right, followed by a fancy
"Hancock Parks / Riverbend Area" sign on the right >>>

6: Turn RIGHT onto TOWNSHIP ROAD 241. Drive across the Rickity Bridge to
the STOP Sign

7: Turn LEFT onto TOWNSHIP HWY 208. (Note the Riverbend Area sign)
.. Drive past the Ranger Station on the left
.. Follow the road through a Sharp 90* right turn and SLOW DOWN

8: Immediately turn RIGHT into the parking lot marked for "The Lodge"
along with a tiny sign for the Dog Park.

Pavilion #7 (Ours) is the first one on the right as you enter the parking lot.

/s/ Phred

[Cinder & Smoke]

Pssssst ...

You're all *invited* ...

Are ya going to attend?

:confused:

[ramanth]

I think we'll be there. :)

[neko1]

Hec & I are thinking of going...this would be our first one:eek:

[*LabLoverKEB*]

Gosh I would LOVE to go to one of these.... wish we lived closer! Maybe sometime, though! :)

[neko1]

Gosh I would LOVE to go to one of these.... wish we lived closer! Maybe sometime, though! :)


It's a 10 hour drive for us...that's why we're still just *thinking* about it:p

[wolf_Q]

It's a 10 hour drive for us...that's why we're still just *thinking* about it:p

Hey at least it's not a 25-30 hour/multiple day drive. ;) I wish I could go, but I don't think its possible this year. One of these days I'll make it there with all three huskies. Have fun guys!

[MonicanHonda]

Honda, Remy, Zac, and I are totally ready!!! We'll definitely be there!!! I'm so excited for you guys to meet Remy!

[Grace]

We will be there - as long as there is a spare dog or two for us to love.

[MonicanHonda]

:O) I'll have a Remy and a Honda. :)

[k9krazee]

I say this every year, and I usually find a way to come, but I'm not sure if I can make it this year. But I'll know closer to the date, for sure! ;)

[Cinder & Smoke]

We will be there - as long as there is a spare dog or two for us to love.

Our Mini-Spare (aka Mini~Mutt) is all "fixed" and back to operating on 4-Paw Drive.
She's cheap - works for mini-treets. :p

[Grace]

Our Mini-Spare (aka Mini~Mutt) is all "fixed" and back to operating on 4-Paw Drive.
She's cheap - works for mini-treets. :p

Exactly what I was looking for. Douglas, on the other hand, might want to bond with Tucker again - if he's coming?

[cyber-sibes]

We'll be with you in spirit! And I'm looking forward to everyone's pictures. :love:Give our love to all the locals, too. :love: We do miss all of you!;)

[shais_mom]

as far as I know Keegan and I will be there just for Sunday...

[4 Dog Mother]

Oh, Tucker will be there all right and a few of the others too - maybe not Jack though. He's doing okay but still does not do well with long stays at the dogpark. Looking forward to seeing everyone!

[MonicanHonda]

Bumping this up!!! We have to have more people going!!!! :) I want Remy to meet everyone. And for everyone to see Honda one last time because I can almost guarantee she won't be here next year. :(

[anna_66]

Don't know how I missed this thread, but we plan on being there:)

[gini]

Well, I will be on the east coast - but attending my niece's wedding in New York over Memorial Day weekend. Wish I had my own wings so I could drop in and see everyone.

I know last year will always be one of my fondest memories. Don't think twice about it - if you can possibly attend - do it. You won't be sorry!

[Cincy'sMom]

I don't know of any reason we won't be there.

[jennielynn1970]

I would love to try to make it this year....

[MonicanHonda]

Less than a month guys! :)

[Cinder & Smoke]

The current *MENUE* post is on May 20 at 11:30 PM.

[anna_66]

WHAT to BRING on Memorial Day Sunday, MAY 24th ??

~~~ MENUE ~~~
Here's what has been promised so far >>>

Main Dish/Meat
. . HamBurgers & Round Buns (by Phred)
. . Brats w/ Cheese & Long Buns (by Phred)
. . Hot dogs & Long Buns ??

Salads/Sides
. . Tater Salad (by Diana, 4DM)
. . Baked Beans ??
. . Coleslaw (by Anna_66)
. . Macaroni Salad (by Anna_66)
. .
. .
. .

Munchies & Krunchies & Dips
. . Veggies + Dip ??
. . Chips + Dip ??
. .

Desserts
. . Chawklit Chippie Cookies (by Phred)
. . Brownies (by Diana, 4DM)
. . Watermelon ??
. .
. .

Drinks
. . Kooler & Ice wiff both HiTest an Diet Pops (by Carl & Diana & Phred)
. . Nantucket Nectars ??
. . Iced Tea & bottled water ??

Kitchen Suppliez & STUFF (by Phred)
. . KetchUp
. . Bar-B-Que Sauce
. . Brown Mustard
. . Yeller Mustard
. . Sweet Relish
. . Salt & Peppur
. . ChopUp a Unyin or two
. . 'Merican Cheeze fur Cheeze-Burgerz
. . Roll of Papur Towels
. . Bag a CharKoal
. . CharKoal Liter Juze
. . grill Tweezers & Spatchulas
. . couple extra Servin Spoonz
. . *Zip-Lok Baggiez* - fur Carry-Outz & Take-Homez

. . *plates & napkins & forks* = (by 4DM)

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"Current" as of 5/01/2009 @ 1:00 am

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If you can ADD something to the Menue -
"QUOTE" THIS (or the last & latest) post -
and "Edit In" whatever you'd like to bring.

Note: There ARE Electrical Outlets available in the
Pavilion to power CrockPots, HotPlates, etc.

Cinder Sez:
Hey Gang ~ Pleeze don't furget da Dawggie *TREETz*!!

Bring either the "small" or "Byte-Sized" treets - mosta da Phunn fur
us 4-Leggers is the "GETTIN" da treet - a quick <munch> an we
can get rite back in line fur anudder wun ... kinda hate to have to spend
a lotta time <krunchin> up a BIG treat. http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/wink.gif

[MonicanHonda]

WHAT to BRING on Memorial Day Sunday, MAY 24th ??

~~~ MENUE ~~~
Here's what has been promised so far >>>

Main Dish/Meat
. . HamBurgers & Round Buns (by Phred)
. . Brats w/ Cheese & Long Buns (by Phred)
. . Hot dogs & Long Buns ??

Salads/Sides
. . Tater Salad (by Diana, 4DM)
. . Baked Beans ??
. . Coleslaw (by Anna_66)
. . Macaroni Salad (by Anna_66)
. .
. .
. .

Munchies & Krunchies & Dips
. . Veggies + Dip (by Monica, MonicanHonda)
. . Chips + Dip (by Monica, MonicanHonda)
. .

Desserts
. . Chawklit Chippie Cookies (by Phred)
. . Brownies (by Diana, 4DM)
. . Watermelon ??
. .
. .

Drinks
. . Kooler & Ice wiff both HiTest an Diet Pops (by Carl & Diana & Phred)
. . Nantucket Nectars ??
. . Iced Tea & bottled water ??

Kitchen Suppliez & STUFF (by Phred)
. . KetchUp
. . Bar-B-Que Sauce
. . Brown Mustard
. . Yeller Mustard
. . Sweet Relish
. . Salt & Peppur
. . ChopUp a Unyin or two
. . 'Merican Cheeze fur Cheeze-Burgerz
. . Roll of Papur Towels
. . Bag a CharKoal
. . CharKoal Liter Juze
. . grill Tweezers & Spatchulas
. . couple extra Servin Spoonz
. . *Zip-Lok Baggiez* - fur Carry-Outz & Take-Homez

. . *plates & napkins & forks* = (by 4DM)

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"Current" as of 5/01/2009 @ 1:00 am

==================================================

If you can ADD something to the Menue -
"QUOTE" THIS (or the last & latest) post -
and "Edit In" whatever you'd like to bring.

Note: There ARE Electrical Outlets available in the
Pavilion to power CrockPots, HotPlates, etc.

Cinder Sez:
Hey Gang ~ Pleeze don't furget da Dawggie *TREETz*!!

Bring either the "small" or "Byte-Sized" treets - mosta da Phunn fur
us 4-Leggers is the "GETTIN" da treet - a quick <munch> an we
can get rite back in line fur anudder wun ... kinda hate to have to spend
a lotta time <krunchin> up a BIG treat. http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/wink.gif[/QUOTE]

[Grace]

WHAT to BRING on Memorial Day Sunday, MAY 24th ??

~~~ MENUE ~~~
Here's what has been promised so far >>>

Main Dish/Meat
. . HamBurgers & Round Buns (by Phred)
. . Brats w/ Cheese & Long Buns (by Phred)
. . Hot dogs & Long Buns ??

Salads/Sides
. . Tater Salad (by Diana, 4DM)
. . Baked Beans ??
. . Coleslaw (by Anna_66)
. . Macaroni Salad (by Anna_66)
. . Rice Salad (by Gretchen/Grace)
. .
. .

Munchies & Krunchies & Dips
. . Veggies + Dip (by Monica, MonicanHonda)
. . Chips + Dip (by Monica, MonicanHonda)
. .

Desserts
. . Chawklit Chippie Cookies (by Phred)
. . Brownies (by Diana, 4DM)
. . Watermelon ??
. .
. .

Drinks
. . Kooler & Ice wiff both HiTest an Diet Pops (by Carl & Diana & Phred)
. . Nantucket Nectars ??
. . Iced Tea & bottled water . . . . . .bottled water - Gretchen/Grace

Kitchen Suppliez & STUFF (by Phred)
. . KetchUp
. . Bar-B-Que Sauce
. . Brown Mustard
. . Yeller Mustard
. . Sweet Relish
. . Salt & Peppur
. . ChopUp a Unyin or two
. . 'Merican Cheeze fur Cheeze-Burgerz
. . Roll of Papur Towels
. . Bag a CharKoal
. . CharKoal Liter Juze
. . grill Tweezers & Spatchulas
. . couple extra Servin Spoonz
. . *Zip-Lok Baggiez* - fur Carry-Outz & Take-Homez

. . *plates & napkins & forks* = (by 4DM)

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"Current" as of 5/02/2009 @ 10:50 pm

==================================================

If you can ADD something to the Menue -
"QUOTE" THIS (or the last & latest) post -
and "Edit In" whatever you'd like to bring.

Note: There ARE Electrical Outlets available in the
Pavilion to power CrockPots, HotPlates, etc.

Cinder Sez:
Hey Gang ~ Pleeze don't furget da Dawggie *TREETz*!!

Bring either the "small" or "Byte-Sized" treets - mosta da Phunn fur
us 4-Leggers is the "GETTIN" da treet - a quick <munch> an we
can get rite back in line fur anudder wun ... kinda hate to have to spend
a lotta time <krunchin> up a BIG treat. http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/wink.gif[/QUOTE]

We will also bring some bite-sized doggie treats!

[phesina]

Oooooh... let me think about this.. Toledo is not very far from Ann Arbor..

[Cincy'sMom]

Actually, Phesnia, it is in Findlay, not Toledo....but still not too far. Depending on where in Ann Arbor you are, it is a 1 1/2 to 2 hour drive

[phesina]

That's what I was thinking.. I gather that Findlay is not too far from Toledo, so I figured, if I can get to Toledo easily, I can get to Findlay. I'm very near US23 in Ann Arbor, which goes right down to Toledo.

[MonicanHonda]

It's about forty minutes away from Toledo. If you take 75 south, it'll go straight through Findlay. :)


BTW, Honda will not be joining us at the dog park. We had to put her to sleep today. :( :( :( I'll post later. Leaving for my parents house now.

[Cinder & Smoke]

I gather that Findlay is not too far from Toledo, so I figured,
if I can get to Toledo easily, I can get to Findlay.

READ Post #3 on Page 1 of this thread ...i
t gives Instructions on How To call up driving directions on MapQuest.

Post #4 gives turn-by-turn directionss from I-75 Southbound to the Park.

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BTW, Honda will not be joining us at the dog park.
We had to put her to sleep today.

I'll post later.
Leaving for my parents house now.

:(
:(

Rest In Peace, dear Honda. :(

Prayers for Mom and all of the Family.

She'lll be at the Dawg Park in Spirt.

And if you bring some of Her Ashes, or a piece of a Favorite Bandanna ...
She'll have a spot of you choice under one of the Memorial Trees.

[Grace]

That's what I was thinking.. I gather that Findlay is not too far from Toledo, so I figured, if I can get to Toledo easily, I can get to Findlay. I'm very near US23 in Ann Arbor, which goes right down to Toledo.

She'll get there real easy - Douglas and I are bringing her down with us :)

[Grace]

Just had a thought - has anyone in the Findlay area seen Lawn Chair Guy recently? Wonder if he will grace us with his presence http://bestsmileys.com/lol/1.gif

[shais_mom]

Just had a thought - has anyone in the Findlay area seen Lawn Chair Guy recently? Wonder if he will grace us with his presence http://bestsmileys.com/lol/1.gif


I was there a couple weeks ago and no one had seen him but there are some other issues going on :( people aren't controlling their dogs - allowing their dogs to attack and corner other dogs. one guy came in with his golden retriever and wasn't even there for 5 min b/c other dogs were attacking her and he is actually on the Park Board. He could get the whole thing shut down if he wanted.... they are really going to have to start charging admission again I think b/c someone or a dog is going to get hurt or worse...

[MonicanHonda]

Haven't seen lawn chair guy. The signs are taken down about that other guy though. I have only heard things about it being his fault for having his dogs on a leash and the other dogs just greeting them. But this may be another guy.

[neko1]

doesn't seem like many people are going this year?:confused:

I think the fact that I said I was going scared everyone away!!:eek:;):p

[Cinder & Smoke]

doesn't seem like many people are going this year? :confused:

It's too early to *worry* ...

SumDawgs prolly haven't read their invitation, yet ...
We're bound to draw a crowd before it's over. ;)

And - we get *spoiled* with some of the really LOOONG-distance attendees ---
California Mom, Kanuker Slick, the Florida Gang, East Coasters, the New Missican ...
those trips are hard to pull off every year!

But if you haven't seen the Invite - read Post #1 ---
YOU are invited NOW!

[wolf_Q]

My friend Michele and her husband Brian might be there with Cisco and Freyja. They are moving to Ohio this weekend. I told them they have to come in honor of the huskies and I ;) not sure if they'll make it or not. I'm definitely going to come out to Ohio sometime to visit them so hopefully I'll make it to one of the gatherings in the next year or two. Have fun everyone!

[joycenalex]

princess peanut, joyce and eileen will be there, with 1-pot vegetarian baked beans and 1 pot of bushes' baked beans (love the golden in the comericial)

[MonicanHonda]

Yay, it's going to be so much fun!!! :) BTW, I get to pick up Honda's remains today. I'm so excited.

[ramanth]

My sister Jenn will be joining us with Sasha again. She looks forward to seeing Simba. ;) :D

[gabbiegirl]

We are planning on showing up after church sometime on Sunday. I don't think we will be doing an all day marathon though. Last years Labor Day marathon confirmed that my "old lady" dog just can't handle all day anymore. Looking forward to seeing everyone.

[anna_66]

My sister Jenn will be joining us with Sasha again. She looks forward to seeing Simba. ;) :D
Not sure she'd still love him with this crappy haircut he has:p

Only one more week everyone!

[joycenalex]

princess peanut is wearing a cone today and is soooo pitiful:(:rolleyes:. she has a dog wart (proven not to be a mast cell tumor by aspiration) that in a fit of anxiety last weekend, she has nibbled into almost a hot spot. it started healing, and it was looking better until late yesterday. sometime while i was sleeping she started picking it again, it looks awful this morning. so the area, under her protest, was washed, medicated and now she is a conehead, her body language , tailtucked, sad face is both funny, guilt producing and sad. i really don't want her at the dog park on sunday with a oozy sore, so i'm appealing to all of you experts...any other treatment ideas? before i leave for work at 6:45 am, every day this week, she will get a brisk walk, classical music, softly playing on the kitchen radio, 2 vet okayed benadryls, a large peanut butter smeared kong in her bed, and an extra one in the kitchen to find later, (a tired and full dog is a sleepy dog) with the blinds closed so the outside world isn't seen. she has a topical triple antibiotic ointment on the area and a tshirt on her while i'm gone. i take both off when i get home, so it can 'airout' and i can keep a close eye on her. thanks, joyce

[Cinder & Smoke]

princess peanut is wearing a cone today and is soooo pitiful:(:rolleyes:.
she has a dog wart

i really don't want her at the dog park on sunday with a oozy sore ...


If she'll leave it alone when you're around to keep reminding her to
"leave it alone!" - I wouldn't worry about the Dawg Paark.
Leave the collar off - they're hard to *play* in.

If the T-shirt covers the boo-boo - let her wear the Tee at the Dawg Park.
Heidi did OK with her T-shirt AND heavily wapped bum foot - nobody
*picked on* her and she had a blast all day.

[Freckles]

Maybe she'll be so busy playing, she'll forget about the boo boo.

[Cinder & Smoke]

Not sure she'd still love him with this crappy haircut he has :p

Get Simba a *spiffy* HAT to wear, and Sasha will never notice he's having
a bad hair day! :p

[ramanth]

I don't think Sasha will mind. ;) :D

[MonicanHonda]

Well, I hope you're all ready to meet infamous Remy. She just won the Toledo Cutest dog contest on Kiss FM. lol May I also say she loves to howl bark at the dogs she's playing with so there will be a lot of howling. We'll really have a howlin' good time. LOL!!!

[joycenalex]

one sleepy "knock it off peanut" and she stopped licking this am around 2...it was looking better this am when i left for work. thanks for the idea phred

[Grace]

Well, I hope you're all ready to meet infamous Remy. She just won the Toledo Cutest dog contest on Kiss FM. lol May I also say she loves to howl bark at the dogs she's playing with so there will be a lot of howling. We'll really have a howlin' good time. LOL!!!


Congratulations, Remy!!

We are both looking forward to meeting Miss Remy.

[CountryWolf07]

I might be there...but NOT 100% sure.. will let you all know. ;)

[ramanth]

Congrats Remy!

[joycenalex]

are there kids coming with anyone? miss helena, my sorta kid might be with us.

[Cincy'sMom]

I haven't heard if my sister was going to come or not, but I wouldn't be surprised if Jasmine and Dominic are there.

[Cinder & Smoke]

:cool:
Hey Miz Johanna (and Jonah) ...

These posts are for your attention, too >>>




are there kids coming with anyone?
miss helena, my sorta kid might be with us.




I haven't heard if my sister was going to come or not,
but I wouldn't be surprised if Jasmine and Dominic are there.

[shais_mom]

Originally Posted by MonicanHonda
WHAT to BRING on Memorial Day Sunday, MAY 24th ??

~~~ MENUE ~~~
Here's what has been promised so far >>>

Main Dish/Meat
. . HamBurgers & Round Buns (by Phred)
. . Brats w/ Cheese & Long Buns (by Phred)
. . Hot dogs & Long Buns ??

Salads/Sides
. . Tater Salad (by Diana, 4DM)
. . Baked Beans ??
. . Coleslaw (by Anna_66)
. . Macaroni Salad (by Anna_66)
. . Rice Salad (by Gretchen/Grace)
. .
. .

Munchies & Krunchies & Dips
. . Veggies + Dip (by Monica, MonicanHonda)
. . Chips + Dip (by Monica, MonicanHonda)
. . Taco Dip (Staci)

Desserts
. . Chawklit Chippie Cookies (by Phred)
. . Brownies (by Diana, 4DM)
. . Watermelon ??
. . Cherry Cobbler/Crisp(Staci)
. .

Drinks
. . Kooler & Ice wiff both HiTest an Diet Pops (by Carl & Diana & Phred)
. . Nantucket Nectars ??
. . Iced Tea & bottled water . . . . . .bottled water - Gretchen/Grace

Kitchen Suppliez & STUFF (by Phred)
. . KetchUp
. . Bar-B-Que Sauce
. . Brown Mustard
. . Yeller Mustard
. . Sweet Relish
. . Salt & Peppur
. . ChopUp a Unyin or two
. . 'Merican Cheeze fur Cheeze-Burgerz
. . Roll of Papur Towels
. . Bag a CharKoal
. . CharKoal Liter Juze
. . grill Tweezers & Spatchulas
. . couple extra Servin Spoonz
. . *Zip-Lok Baggiez* - fur Carry-Outz & Take-Homez

. . *plates & napkins & forks* = (by 4DM)

--------------------------------------------------
"Current" as of 5/02/2009 @ 10:50 pm

==================================================

If you can ADD something to the Menue -
"QUOTE" THIS (or the last & latest) post -
and "Edit In" whatever you'd like to bring.

Note: There ARE Electrical Outlets available in the
Pavilion to power CrockPots, HotPlates, etc.

Cinder Sez:
Hey Gang ~ Pleeze don't furget da Dawggie *TREETz*!!

Bring either the "small" or "Byte-Sized" treets - mosta da Phunn fur
us 4-Leggers is the "GETTIN" da treet - a quick <munch> an we
can get rite back in line fur anudder wun ... kinda hate to have to spend
a lotta time <krunchin> up a BIG treat.

[Karen]

Sad to say we won't be able to make it this Memorial Day weekend, but we will be thinking of you all, all day.

[MonicanHonda]

Hank, you must come!!!! Remy reeeeeeeeally wants to meet you.... okay, I just want to meet you. Lol You're so adorable. We actually won't be in Findlay this week and next week because of the wedding being in two weeks but you bet Zac and I are driving from Cleveland area back to Findlay for this event. I'm making him. Lol

[k9krazee]

Rich, Jackie Roo and I *might* be there!

Ohhhh Robin, are you coming???

AND Hank has to come!

[CountryWolf07]

Okay... let's see if I can make it happen. :) The only thing is, I don't want to drive alone, so maybe my boyfriend will go with me... we'll see! Will update after tonight.. I promise!

[Cinder & Smoke]

Rich, Jackie Roo and I *might* be there!

:eek:

What's with this "might be there" stuff??

Ya'll NEED to be there!

:D

[Cinder & Smoke]

Okay ... let's see if I can make it happen. :)

The only thing is, I don't want to drive alone ...

Ask Angie to pick you up on her way past!

You can help her find the way through Norwalk ... she gets stuck in an
endless loop trying to get past Norwalk.

Angie = pitc9 on Pet Talk.
http://petoftheday.com/talk/member.php?u=7680

[Cataholic]

:cool:
Hey Miz Johanna (and Jonah) ...

These posts are for your attention, too >>>


We might be there.....that's the best I can do for now! :p

[joycenalex]

princess peanuts spot is getting better, and she'll be bringing the veg, baked beans and regular beans with eileen and me. (correct grammer?) miss helena, might, depending on her...parental unit ("nuff said)

[MonicanHonda]

Hankie's owner, I'm in Lorain, if you would like to follow us to Findlay that day, you can. :) Lorain is about a half an hour west of Cleveland.

[Cinder & Smoke]

Replaced with 'corrected' Menue at 11:30 pm.

[ramanth]

Looks like Joyce mentioned she'd bring the beans 3 posts up, fyi. :)



WHAT to BRING on Memorial Day Sunday, MAY 24th ??

~~~ MENUE ~~~
Here's what has been promised so far >>>

Main Dish/Meat
. . HamBurgers & Round Buns (by Phred)
. . Brats w/ Cheese & Long Buns (by Phred)
. . Hot dogs & Long Buns (by Kimmy, ramanth)
. .

Salads/Sides
. . Tater Salad (by Diana, 4DM)
. . Baked Beans - Vegetarian style
. . Baked Beans - Bushes' style with meat
. . Coleslaw (by Anna_66)
. . Macaroni Salad (by Anna_66)
. . Rice Salad (by Gretchen/Grace)
. .
. .

Munchies & Krunchies & Dips
. . Veggies + Dip (by Monica, MonicanHonda)
. . Chips + Dip (by Monica, MonicanHonda)
. . Taco Dip (by Staci)
. .

Desserts. . Chawklit Chippie Cookies (by Phred)
. . Brownies (by Diana, 4DM)
. . Cherry Cobbler/Crisp (by Staci)
. . Watermelon ??
. .

Drinks. . Kooler & Ice wiff both HiTest an Diet Pops (by Carl & Diana & Phred)
. . Bottled Water (by Gretchen/Grace)
. . Iced Tea ??
. . Nantucket Nectars ??
. .

Kitchen Suppliez & STUFF (by Phred)
. . KetchUp
. . Bar-B-Que Sauce
. . Brown Mustard
. . Yeller Mustard
. . Sweet Relish
. . Salt & Peppur
. . ChopUp a Unyin or two
. . 'Merican Cheeze fur Cheeze-Burgerz
. . Roll of Papur Towels
. . Bag a CharKoal
. . CharKoal Liter Juze
. . grill Tweezers & Spatchulas
. . couple extra Servin Spoonz
. . *Zip-Lok Baggiez* - fur Carry-Outz & Take-Homez

. . *plates & napkins & forks* = (by 4DM)
. . *extra plates & spoons* = (by Gretchen/Grace)

--------------------------------------------------
"Current" as of 5/20/2009 @ 11:00 pm

==================================================

If you can ADD something to the Menue -
"QUOTE" THIS (or the last & latest) post -
and "Edit In" whatever you'd like to bring.

Note: There ARE Electrical Outlets available in the
Pavilion to power CrockPots, HotPlates, etc.

Cinder Sez:
Hey Gang ~ Pleeze don't furget da Dawggie *TREETz*!!

Bring either the "small" or "Byte-Sized" treets - mosta da Phunn fur
us 4-Leggers is the "GETTIN" da treet - a quick <munch> an we
can get rite back in line fur anudder wun ... kinda hate to have to spend
a lotta time <krunchin> up a BIG treat.

[Cinder & Smoke]

WHAT to BRING on Memorial Day Sunday, MAY 24th ??

~~~ MENUE ~~~
Here's what has been promised so far >>>

Main Dish/Meat
. . HamBurgers & Round Buns (by Phred)
. . Brats w/ Cheese & Long Buns (by Phred)
. . Hot dogs & Long Buns (by Kimmy, ramanth)
. .

Salads/Sides
. . Tater Salad (by Diana, 4DM)
. . Baked Beans - Vegetarian style (by Joyce, joycenalex)
. . Baked Beans - Bushes' style with meat (by Joyce, joycenalex)
. . Coleslaw (by Anna_66)
. . Macaroni Salad (by Anna_66)
. . Rice Salad (by Gretchen / Grace)
. .
. .

Munchies & Krunchies & Dips
. . Veggies + Dip (by Monica, MonicanHonda)
. . Chips + Dip (by Monica, MonicanHonda)
. . Taco Dip (by Staci)
. .

Desserts
. . Chawklit Chippie Cookies (by Phred)
. . Brownies (by Diana, 4DM)
. . Cherry Cobbler/Crisp (by Staci)
. . Watermelon ??
. .

Drinks
. . Kooler & Ice wiff both HiTest an Diet Pops (by Carl & Diana & Phred)
. . Bottled Water (by Gretchen, Grace)
. . Iced Tea ??
. . Nantucket Nectars ??
. .

Kitchen Suppliez & STUFF (by Phred)
. . KetchUp
. . Bar-B-Que Sauce
. . Brown Mustard
. . Yeller Mustard
. . Sweet Relish
. . Salt & Peppur
. . ChopUp a Unyin or two
. . 'Merican Cheeze fur Cheeze-Burgerz
. . Roll of Papur Towels
. . Bag a CharKoal
. . CharKoal Liter Juze
. . grill Tweezers & Spatchulas
. . couple extra Servin Spoonz
. . *Zip-Lok Baggiez* - fur Carry-Outz & Take-Homez

. . *plates & napkins & forks* = (by 4DM)
. . *extra plates & spoons* = (by Gretchen, Grace)

--------------------------------------------------
"Current" as of 5/20/2009 @ 11:30 pm

==================================================

If you can ADD something to the Menue -
"QUOTE" THIS (or the last & latest) post -
and "Edit In" whatever you'd like to bring.

Note: There ARE Electrical Outlets available in the
Pavilion to power CrockPots, HotPlates, etc.

Cinder Sez:
Hey Gang ~ Pleeze don't furget da Dawggie *TREETz*!!

Bring either the "small" or "Byte-Sized" treets - mosta da Phunn fur
us 4-Leggers is the "GETTIN" da treet - a quick <munch> an we
can get rite back in line fur anudder wun ... kinda hate to have to spend
a lotta time <krunchin> up a BIG treat. http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/wink.gif
..

[gini]

Sure wish I could be there - have a wonderful time everyone!

I will look forward to the pictures.

[Cataholic]

We are a 'no'. We are getting some new puppies to foster on either Friday or Saturday, and we won't be able to travel for that long of a time period away from home.

Have fun and take lots of pictures!

[Cinder & Smoke]

We are a 'no'. :(

We are getting some new puppies to foster on either Friday or Saturday ...

You're getting WHAT ??? :confused:

"some" ... new ... PUPPIES to FOSTER ??? :confused:

Have da KATS been consulted about these arrangements?

Let's hear the Tail about this new project.
:cool:

We'll *miss* ya on Sunday. :( :(

[Cataholic]

LOL, excluding the overnights we do from time to time, this will be the 2nd set of puppies, we have fostered in the last 10 weeks. We had one singleton in between. Usually a 7-10 day foster, to get them out from wherever, get some socializing in, and help out the rescue situation. I have had so many dogs in my house that my cats really don't care too much. And, since these are normally young puppies, it isn't an issue. (I do keep the adult dogs separated, in the basement, for the overnights). These little guys live upstairs with the herd. The last little girl we had was eating out of her food bowl, with Arizona drinking out of the water bowl 2 inches away, by the 2 or 3rd day.

It is fun, a lot of work, and I am always emotional when they leave. I encourage everyone to help out with fostering when they can!

[Cinder & Smoke]

LOL, excluding the overnights we do from time to time,
this will be the 2nd set of puppies, we have fostered in the last 10 weeks.

We had one singleton in between.

Usually a 7-10 day foster, to get them out from wherever,
get some socializing in, and help out the rescue situation.

I have had so many dogs in my house that my cats really don't care too much.

And WHERE, pray tell, are our Pictures?
:confused:

[4 Dog Mother]

Well, I'm glad you are helping out with the pups but it would have been nice to have Jonah here with Jasmine and Dominic. They had such fun last year!
And that Jonah is such a sweetie! You will both be missed!

Any chance one of these fosters might be a failure someday? And I second Phred's where are the pictures? You are holding out on us!

[joycenalex]

miss helena won't be coming with me, sunday is visiting day, so she and her mom will spend the day together....cancel that....miss helena, is coming.

[joycenalex]

we'll have a box of milky bones too, small size:cool:

[MonicanHonda]

I want to see foster puppies! Lol

[Jennute]

Sasha and I will definilty be joining again this year!! I told her that she was going to be reunited with Simba and she is very excited!!! :) And we will be bringing along 2 new additions to the Clan, my boyfriends dogs, Chopper and Dozer! :)

[ramanth]

Posting for Jenn. :)

WHAT to BRING on Memorial Day Sunday, MAY 24th ??

~~~ MENUE ~~~
Here's what has been promised so far >>>

Main Dish/Meat
. . HamBurgers & Round Buns (by Phred)
. . Brats w/ Cheese & Long Buns (by Phred)
. . Hot dogs & Long Buns (by Kimmy, ramanth)
. .

Salads/Sides
. . Tater Salad (by Diana, 4DM)
. . Baked Beans - Vegetarian style (by Joyce, joycenalex)
. . Baked Beans - Bushes' style with meat (by Joyce, joycenalex)
. . Coleslaw (by Anna_66)
. . Macaroni Salad (by Anna_66)
. . Rice Salad (by Gretchen / Grace)
. . Fruit Salad (by Jenn, Jennute)
. .

Munchies & Krunchies & Dips
. . Veggies + Dip (by Monica, MonicanHonda)
. . Chips + Dip (by Monica, MonicanHonda)
. . Taco Dip (by Staci)
. . Hummus Dip (by Karl/Jenn, Jennute)

Desserts
. . Chawklit Chippie Cookies (by Phred)
. . Brownies (by Diana, 4DM)
. . Cherry Cobbler/Crisp (by Staci)
. . Watermelon ??
. .

Drinks
. . Kooler & Ice wiff both HiTest an Diet Pops (by Carl & Diana & Phred)
. . Bottled Water (by Gretchen, Grace)
. . Iced Tea ??
. . Nantucket Nectars ??
. .

Kitchen Suppliez & STUFF (by Phred)
. . KetchUp
. . Bar-B-Que Sauce
. . Brown Mustard
. . Yeller Mustard
. . Sweet Relish
. . Salt & Peppur
. . ChopUp a Unyin or two
. . 'Merican Cheeze fur Cheeze-Burgerz
. . Roll of Papur Towels
. . Bag a CharKoal
. . CharKoal Liter Juze
. . grill Tweezers & Spatchulas
. . couple extra Servin Spoonz
. . *Zip-Lok Baggiez* - fur Carry-Outz & Take-Homez

. . *plates & napkins & forks* = (by 4DM)
. . *extra plates & spoons* = (by Gretchen, Grace)

--------------------------------------------------
"Current" as of 5/22/2009 @ 6:30 pm

==================================================

If you can ADD something to the Menue -
"QUOTE" THIS (or the last & latest) post -
and "Edit In" whatever you'd like to bring.

Note: There ARE Electrical Outlets available in the
Pavilion to power CrockPots, HotPlates, etc.

Cinder Sez:
Hey Gang ~ Pleeze don't furget da Dawggie *TREETz*!!

Bring either the "small" or "Byte-Sized" treets - mosta da Phunn fur
us 4-Leggers is the "GETTIN" da treet - a quick <munch> an we
can get rite back in line fur anudder wun ... kinda hate to have to spend
a lotta time <krunchin> up a BIG treat. http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/wink.gif
..

[Cinder & Smoke]

:confused:
We haven't really heard from several of the "Regular" PT Gathurin Attendees ...

Please don't forget the Pik-Nik is THIS Weekend -
Sunday the 24th and Monday the 25th
at the Dawg Park in Findlay, Ohio.

And you First Timers are ALL Invited ...
everyone came to a "First One" and lived through it ... YOU will too! ;)
WE don't *byte* - and the Dawgs don't, either.

We've got MORE than enough Food - just bring a bag / box of Dawg Treets
and you'll be welcomed with open paws!

If you're not sure where to go - READ the first few posts in this thread -
There's instructions on how to find MaspQuest routings,
the Dog Park Address AND the exact Coordinates for your GPS.

"Cinder & Smoke" will be answering Travel Routing Questions till about
3:00 pm Saturday - then we'll be On the Road to Findlay -
and you'll have to call my Home or Cell numbers.

Hmmmmm ... tyyme to find the *Snappie Box* and charge some batteries!

See ya on Sunday!!
:D

[neko1]

Hec & I will be making the trek in a few minutes. This will be our first (newbies...lol).

Looking forward to meeting everyone on Sunday!

[anna_66]

Hec & I will be making the trek in a few minutes. This will be our first (newbies...lol).

Looking forward to meeting everyone on Sunday!
OH WOW! I'm so excited to meet you two! Have a safe trip and see you tomorrow:D



WHAT to BRING on Memorial Day Sunday, MAY 24th ??

~~~ MENUE ~~~
Here's what has been promised so far >>>

Main Dish/Meat
. . HamBurgers & Round Buns (by Phred)
. . Brats w/ Cheese & Long Buns (by Phred)
. . Hot dogs & Long Buns (by Kimmy, ramanth)
. .

Salads/Sides
. . Tater Salad (by Diana, 4DM)
. . Baked Beans - Vegetarian style
. . Baked Beans - Bushes' style with meat
. . Coleslaw (by Anna_66)
. . Macaroni Salad (by Anna_66)
. . Rice Salad (by Gretchen/Grace)
. .
. .

Munchies & Krunchies & Dips
. . Veggies + Dip (by Monica, MonicanHonda)
. . Chips + Dip (by Monica, MonicanHonda)
. . Taco Dip (by Staci)
. .

Desserts. . Chawklit Chippie Cookies (by Phred)
. . Brownies (by Diana, 4DM)
. . Cherry Cobbler/Crisp (by Staci)
. . Watermelon (by anna_66)
. .

Drinks. . Kooler & Ice wiff both HiTest an Diet Pops (by Carl & Diana & Phred)
. . Bottled Water (by Gretchen/Grace)
. . Iced Tea ??
. . Nantucket Nectars ??
. .

Kitchen Suppliez & STUFF (by Phred)
. . KetchUp
. . Bar-B-Que Sauce
. . Brown Mustard
. . Yeller Mustard
. . Sweet Relish
. . Salt & Peppur
. . ChopUp a Unyin or two
. . 'Merican Cheeze fur Cheeze-Burgerz
. . Roll of Papur Towels
. . Bag a CharKoal
. . CharKoal Liter Juze
. . grill Tweezers & Spatchulas
. . couple extra Servin Spoonz
. . *Zip-Lok Baggiez* - fur Carry-Outz & Take-Homez

. . *plates & napkins & forks* = (by 4DM)
. . *extra plates & spoons* = (by Gretchen/Grace)

--------------------------------------------------
"Current" as of 5/20/2009 @ 11:00 pm

[Cinder & Smoke]

Hec & I will be making the trek in a few minutes.
This will be our first (newbies...lol).

Drive SAFE!

Hmmm ... All the way from New Joisey ...
They otta be in the running for the "Longest Distance Traveled" award. ;)

[MonicanHonda]

Yay I'm so excited. :) It's tomorrow! :)

[Cinder & Smoke]

Please cross you paws in Prayer for Diana's (4 Dog Mother's) DAD -
he's been hospitalized with heart and kidney problems -
and they're not getting better. :(

:love: & {{{Hugs}}} for Diana and the entire Family

[gabbiegirl]

We will be stopping by after church for only a short time and Gabbie will be staying in the car. We'll probably pull up in front of shelter and leave the car door open for her to see. Unfortunately we have gone from stumbling Wed. to total rear-end failure in 2 days. Today we seem to have stabilized, so hopefully tomorrow will also stay about the same.

[shais_mom]

Please cross you paws in Prayer for Diana's (4 Dog Mother's) DAD -
he's been hospitalized with heart and kidney problems -
and they're not getting better. :(

:love: & {{{Hugs}}} for Diana and the entire Family

i got an email a little while ago that Diana's Dad passed away around 2pm today..
please continue to keep them in your prayers.

[Cinder & Smoke]

:(
:(

Please send Prayers of Sympathy to Diana and her entire Family - including her MOM ...

Her Beloved DAD lost his battle with a failing heart and kidneys ...
He left for theRainbow Bridge Saturday afternoon. :(

The Funeral will be in Tiffin, Ohio - details will follow when we know them.

:love: & {{{Hugs}}} for Diana and the entire Family

[joycenalex]

too busy at the bridge....leaky eyes,

[ramanth]

Many prayers for Diana and the family. :love: :(

[Cincy'sMom]

Thank you for the thoughts and prayers.

We are still not sure what plans are for today, although I know my mom will be in tiffin with her mom. Christy and I thought since she and dad have been gone so much this week, and will be for the next few days, we might leave our dogs at home, and take a few hours to bring mom's dogs to the park to burn off some pent up energy.
Right now we are trying to help as much as we can wherever, so if they want us with in Tiffin, them that is where we will be today.

We also have not told Dominic and Jasmine just yet. Christy was not feeling well last night and knowing although they do not fully understand, they will be upset. We thought it better to tell them a little later. They do know he has been sick and did get to see him last weekend in the hospital.

[joycenalex]

my circus is leaving 1/2 hour...water, camera, beans, dog, papers, ect....see you all soon

[Karen]

I hope everyone has a good time, and takes lots of pictures! We're thinking of you!

[Freckles]

Isn't it time for some pictures? :confused:

[Karen]

Isn't it time for some pictures? :confused:

They're probably all either still there, or on the way home, or collapsing somewhere! :) I am sure pictures will come eventually!

[Dakota's Mommy]

Well, I guess I'm the first on to post! Dad (4 dog mom's husband) called me to let me know he was on his way out there around noon so I finished applying sunblock to the kids, loaded up them and the dogs and were on our way too. We were very blessed with beautiful weather. I did not get that many pics, but will try to add the ones I did take.... it's been a while since I've posted pics so hopefully this will go smoothly.

http://im1.shutterfly.com/media/47b9db05b3127ccec76547a5456600000040O08Abt2TRq4ZtQ e3nwU/cC/f%3D0/ps%3D50/r%3D0/rx%3D550/ry%3D400/
Dakota and Sierra
http://im1.shutterfly.com/media/47b9db05b3127ccec7645cda25c000000040O08Abt2TRq4ZtQ e3nwU/cC/f%3D0/ps%3D50/r%3D0/rx%3D550/ry%3D400/
Pippi, Dazzi, and Tucker
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Carl and Dominic
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More to come....

[Dakota's Mommy]

Cincy
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Our set up
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Sadie
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And one tired out little boy.....
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[Dakota's Mommy]

We stayed until around 6 pm when I finally loaded up the dogs, Jasmine, and Dominic who was just waking up. Jasmine fell asleep in the car not long after we got on the road. We took our dogs to our house and now are at mom and dad's so I could upload the pics and help with stuff around here. Amy just got here to do a few things too so I'm sure it will be a little bit before she gets any pics up that she took! Sorry I didn't get more pics. Trying to help watch mom and dad's 4 that came along and keep an eye on my girls and the kids, I kind of forgot to take many!!!!

[Grace]

And I am so bad http://bestsmileys.com/expressions/8.gif that I forgot to take my camera out of my purse http://bestsmileys.com/expressions/8.gif

We got home, after dropping Phesina off, just in time to see the last couple of minutes of the Red Wings.

Great weather - wonderful friends - uneventful drive down and back :)

[k9krazee]

I didn't take ANY pictures :(

BUT, we had a great time and loved seeing everyone! :love:

[shais_mom]

I didn't take ANY pictures :(

BUT, we had a great time and loved seeing everyone! :love:

don't worry I didn't either!!!
and so did we! :D

[anna_66]

Shame on you girls for not taking any pictures:p

We got there around noon and most everyone was already there.
Good thing we didn't start cooking because it seems there was some sort of mistake and they had us set up for next weekend:eek:
Unfortunately the people who had the pavilion wouldn't share:mad:
So there we were with no shelter, no seats and no where to cook:(

Luckily my hubby had asked me if I wanted to take our gazebo and some chairs, so I had those in the car (luckily so did a few other people) and Monica offered to get her grill for us to cook on and someone from the park let us use a couple tables...so we were set! Our own little mini pavilion!
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v43/anna66/PT%20Memorial%20Day%2009/P5240158.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v43/anna66/PT%20Memorial%20Day%2009/P5240161.jpg
Quarters were a little close so everyone had to spread out. Unfortunately not everyone got some shade, but we made do!
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v43/anna66/PT%20Memorial%20Day%2009/P5240157.jpg
And look, they weren't even using the whole shelter:rolleyes:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v43/anna66/PT%20Memorial%20Day%2009/P5240159.jpg


More to come!

[anna_66]

I think Jack really likes Ashley's boyfriend!
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v43/anna66/PT%20Memorial%20Day%2009/P5240162.jpg
Relaxing under the pavilion in the dog park
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v43/anna66/PT%20Memorial%20Day%2009/P5240166.jpg
Little Remy seemed to like the pool
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v43/anna66/PT%20Memorial%20Day%2009/P5240172.jpg
And surprisingly so did Simba...well kinda...lol!
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v43/anna66/PT%20Memorial%20Day%2009/P5240167.jpg
Dominick got pretty tired and had to take a nap. Isn't he adorable?!
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v43/anna66/PT%20Memorial%20Day%2009/P5240195.jpg
Here's Phred with the pups
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v43/anna66/PT%20Memorial%20Day%2009/P5240198.jpg
And Joyce and Peanut-oh sorry, I think it's princess Peanut;)
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v43/anna66/PT%20Memorial%20Day%2009/P5240196.jpg

More to come!

[anna_66]

One of the nice things about being right next to the park was we didn't have to walk far. That and our dogs could lay at the fence right by us and not cry (Guilty dogs...Huney, Keegan, Kia) But it's too bad we set up right next to the poop trash...it got a little smelly every once in a while:o
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v43/anna66/PT%20Memorial%20Day%2009/P5240197.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v43/anna66/PT%20Memorial%20Day%2009/P5240175.jpg
Here's a great shot of Kim and Andy (Forgot to tell you I love your new hair cut!)
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v43/anna66/PT%20Memorial%20Day%2009/P5240181.jpg
I love this one, I think someone is wanting their mommy (Christy):D
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v43/anna66/PT%20Memorial%20Day%2009/P5240176.jpg
And my three tired and ready to go home
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v43/anna66/PT%20Memorial%20Day%2009/P5240165.jpg

There's a few more pictures, so if you want to see them they are here
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v43/anna66/PT%20Memorial%20Day%2009/

I have a video of Ashley and Jack that I'll post when it gets uploaded. Jack's such a great dog. He has a good teacher too!

Even though we had a few glitches in the beginning, we had a good time with good friends.
We missed you Diana (hugs)

Hope to see everyone next time!

The video is ready...enjoy!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=95KKF7SCalw

[shais_mom]

great pics Anna! :D

[Grace]

The video is fantastic!! Then again, so is the subject!

Thanks for posting it.

[gini]

Viewing pictures is NOT as good as being there - but it is wonderful to see all of the pups and everyone having a good time.

Isn't Jack just wonderful? But then again he has the best teacher.

Diana, my heartfelt thoughts are with you and your family.

[wolf_Q]

Looks like you guys had a great time! Thanks for sharing the photos (hope there is more!). I wish I could have been there. :)

[Karen]

Great pictures, great video, thank for sharing with us, Anna! We missed being there!

[MonicanHonda]

Sympathies to the family. I know it's hard losing family members, my grandma passed away in November.

Here are the pictures :) (And is it just me or just photobucket take forever to load pics. Lol I hate having to resize them before uploading them. -.-)

Remy Trying to steal the food
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Pretty Roxey :)
http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q96/AMedicsGF/IMG_1041.jpg

I swore I was being watched the whole time while I was eating by ALL these dogs Lol
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http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q96/AMedicsGF/IMG_1045.jpg

Destiny makes me miss my Honda. They were so cute together last year
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http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q96/AMedicsGF/IMG_1047.jpg

Good boy Spot
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[MonicanHonda]

I will make Remy into a water dog. Lol
http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q96/AMedicsGF/IMG_1049.jpg

Tucker enjoyed the water
http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q96/AMedicsGF/IMG_1050.jpg

Remy enjoyed Tucker Lol
http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q96/AMedicsGF/IMG_1051.jpg

The Watering Hole
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Time for everyone to relax... even the hoomans
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[MonicanHonda]

Remy had a hard day and showed it on the way home
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[Dakota's Mommy]

Our mom has been busy in Tiffin so I'm back at their house helping out where I'm needed by helping with laundry, etc. Dad had me take these pics last night of how tired their dogs were so I thought I'd share them. I think they had a good day, lol.....

Pippi and Tucker
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Taggert
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Dazzi
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Too bad I forgot to get ones of my girls laying around once I returned from their place last night!

[Husky_mom]

what great pics!!... I hope to make it someday sometime...I need to get organized as we don´t have those holidays days off... would love to meet you all...

the next one is around september right??...

[anna_66]

Monica those are great pictures! I love watching how Remy moved around in the back seat...too cute:love:

Christy, those look like some pretty wore out pups to me! BTW, how's Dazzy's ear doing?

[MonicanHonda]

Labor day... which is in Sept.... :)

Yeah, Remy can't sit still for five minutes, even when she sleeps. lol

[ramanth]

We had a great time as well! Didn't get home till almost 2:30 a.m. and we're having computer problems at home hence the late post. I'll get our photos uploaded this evening. :)

I hope Dazzy is doing okay as well.

I think my menopausal brat is going to stay home next time. :rolleyes:

[Cinder & Smoke]

:rolleyes:

SmokeMuttz here ... Dawgggie Korr-ee-spondant ...

'Splainin Dad's major FutzUp wiffa Pavilion is a lil embarrissin ... but here goez.
After re-konstructin the evidence, seems Dad got confuzzeled when da calendar folks
tried to save space and put Sunday the 24 and Sunday the 31 inna same lil box
down in the corner. And THEN they stuck the note of "Memorial Day" right
next to the #31 and under the #25.
So Dad adds 2+46 and decides Memorial Day is right after #31 ---
so we want #31 and June 1st ... right? :rolleyes:

Nunbudie read his parenthetical notes about the Sunday of MD Weekend
and Memorial Day. :mad:

We lissened whilst he talked his way outta it wiffa Office Gurlz ...
1) and Confirmed Labor Day SUNDAY is 9/06/2009 - we're paid up at #7;
2) Memorial Day SUNDAY is May 30, 2010;
3) Memorial Day (Monday) is May 31, 2010 - we're paid up at Pavilion #7 for all three dates.

And Speschul Thankz to:

* Mr. Mark for sending the Porta-Tent & Chairz wiff Mz Anna!
* Monica for loaning the Gas Grill
* Carl's Friend for loaning the tables
* Anna + Carl for playing truck drivers to haul the stuff

* EBBERBUDDIE fur not *pouting* about the Primitive Camping! :eek:
Gotta admit - It was *Chummie* under the trees!

:D

PS: Dad's starting to feel a lil bit better now. ;)

/s/ SmokeMuttz & Friends

[Karen]

Hey, Smokey, thanks for letting us know. Good thing you all had extra stuff to make "alternative" arrangements, and I hope you dogs got lots of treats!

[ramanth]

Do we still technically have the pavilion next Sunday (May 31st)?

Chipper and I could come down for the day. :) I still have two packages of hot dogs and buns. :D

[Cinder & Smoke]

Do we still technically have the pavilion next Sunday (May 31st)?

Chipper and I could come down for the day. :)
I still have two packages of hot dogs and buns. :D

:eek:

NO Pavilion rental is scheduled for May 31 / June 1 , 2009 ...
SORRIE - but I never dreamed anyone or anydawg would be up to a repeat so soon ... :p
I gave those dates back in a quick heartbeat!

Next *Scheduled Event* is
Labor Day SUNDAY on SEPTEMBER 6, 2009.

But HEY ... are you *pullin* on my already Short Chain? :confused:

[ramanth]

No chain pullin', I swear! :) Just figured if you still had it reserved and couldn't get a refund, might as well use it. Plus Andy's always looking for an excuse to visit Chuck. ;)

[MonicanHonda]

Lol that's alright Phred. It was still fun underneath the lovely tree. We got to be closer to our pups.

[Cinder & Smoke]

No chain pullin', I swear! :)

Pardon ... :o

I'm just a lil gun-shy.

;)

[anna_66]

No harm no foul. I for one didn't mind the chumminess under the tree. I had fun:D

[Grace]

. . . . . I had fun:D

So did we. I think the only ones bothered were the dogs who were so close, yet so far away - from treats and food ;)

[cyber-sibes]

Hi Everyone! Thanks for posting pictures, it looked like a lot of fun! We were thinking of you. And the new shelter inside the park seems to have come in handy too! Dont feel bad, Phred, Memorial Day came awfully early this year. (I kept thinking it was the 31st too.) Seems to have all worked out.

Aw, Remy is sooo cute! So nice to see all our Findlay buddies- (Star says a special woo to Roxy). Really great to see all of you!

Diana, you & your family are in our prayers. So sorry to hear your dad passed away.

[phesina]

So did we. I think the only ones bothered were the dogs who were so close, yet so far away - from treats and food ;)

I had a great time! This was my first time to one of these. It was so nice to meet so many people I'd only known of by usernames. And the way everyone pulled together and worked out our own way to have the party was fantastic.

Yes, we had a LOT of dogs milling around the other side of the fence by where the food was!