*Memorial Day Weekend *BASH* @ Findlay, OHIO Bark Park ~ *SUNDAY* MAY 28, 2006 ~ [Archive] - Page 2

Lobodeb

05-17-2006, 01:55 PM

WHAT to BRING on Sunday, MAY 28th ?? http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/confused.gif

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 Robin, RobiLee)

Salads/Sides
. . Tater Salad (by Diana, 4DM)
. . Baked Beans (by Pat, cyber-sibes)
. . Macaroni Salad (by Robin, RobiLee)
. . Pasta Salad (by Debby, Lobodeb)
. . Banana Bread (by Debby, Lobodeb)

Munchies & Krunchies & Dips
. . Veggies + Dip (by Kimmy, ramanth)
. . Chips + Dip . (by shawsdanes)
. . Doritos . . (by sue, lv4dogs)
. . Chex Mix . (by sue, lv4dogs)

Desserts
. . Chawklit Chippie Cookies (by Phred)
. . Various other cookies / Dawggie SAFE wuns, too! (by Karen)
. . Brownies (by Diana, 4DM)
. . "Some Kinda" ROXEY Birfday CAKE (by Anna, anna_66)

Drinks
. . Nantucket Nectars (by Karen and Paul)
. . Bottled water & Iced Tea (by JoJoe, cyber-sibes)
. . Kooler & Ice wiff both HiTest an Diet Pops (by Phred)

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
. . *Zip-Lok Baggiez* - fur Carry-Outz & Take-Homez

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

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

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

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NOTE:
IF you posted something in a plain ole "Post" ... it didn't get picked up
by my ole eyes ... Say it Again and I'll add your item in.

Thanks Phred! I know what to bring now. What's the hoomin count to date?

gabbiegirl

05-18-2006, 10:36 AM

Yes, Phred....I finally checked back in.. :)

I'm going to head to the park office next week and get our permit. Gabbie and I plan on attending Sun.

PS. See you all in Upper. Sunday. after church

cyber-sibes

05-18-2006, 06:50 PM

I'm going to head to the park office next week and get our permit.
No need --already got the permit. :)

lizbud

05-18-2006, 07:04 PM

Guess what? They sent me another pink pass card. I do have two
dogs, but I thought one pass was good for 2 dogs.

Ps. Thought I'd bring Natchos & Salsa dip.Have to have something to eat
in case I get lost. :D

gabbiegirl

05-18-2006, 08:28 PM

No need --already got the permit. :)

I'm referring to Gabbie's permit. We haven't visited the dogpark this year and I think it is time for me to purchase the permit. :eek:

toni

05-18-2006, 10:31 PM

can i bring a game to play?I have never been to the dog park.can I come to visit and see what it is like?toni

Karen

05-18-2006, 10:35 PM

can i bring a game to play?I have never been to the dog park.can I come to visit and see what it is like?toni

Absolutely, bring a game if you'd like!

4 Dog Mother

05-19-2006, 12:14 PM

Guess what? They sent me another pink pass card. I do have two
dogs, but I thought one pass was good for 2 dogs.

They are very stingy with their dog passes so it must have been a mistake. (Unless you sent more than $10). They are so afraid that someone might loan their permit or tell someone the combination for the lock on the gate that they would never intentionally give you two. I had one go through the wash last year - the sealing on the laminate wasn't tight and it ended up a pulpy mass. Fortunately it was near the end of the season and I didn't need it again.

With five dogs, I pay for two and get two so that Carl can have three with his permit in the park and I can have two.

Snoopy had another seizure last night so I think we will only be bringing Jack and Taggert. He is getting more and more nervous after each seizure and I think the large number of dogs might be too much for him. Poor Snoops!

anna_66

05-19-2006, 01:56 PM

can i bring a game to play?I have never been to the dog park.can I come to visit and see what it is like?toni
Most definately! The more the merrier:D

Snoopy had another seizure last night so I think we will only be bringing Jack and Taggert. He is getting more and more nervous after each seizure and I think the large number of dogs might be too much for him. Poor Snoops!
Oh Diana I'm so sorry to hear this but it sounds like it might be for the best to leave him home. I was so looking forward to seeing him. Please give him some extra lovin' from me.

Ps. Thought I'd bring Natchos & Salsa dip.Have to have something to eat
in case I get lost. :D
You better not be getting lost:p

lizbud

05-19-2006, 06:27 PM

They are very stingy with their dog passes so it must have been a mistake. (Unless you sent more than $10). They are so afraid that someone might loan their permit or tell someone the combination for the lock on the gate that they would never intentionally give you two. I had one go through the wash last year - the sealing on the laminate wasn't tight and it ended up a pulpy mass. Fortunately it was near the end of the season and I didn't need it again.

With five dogs, I pay for two and get two so that Carl can have three with his permit in the park and I can have two.

Snoopy had another seizure last night so I think we will only be bringing Jack and Taggert. He is getting more and more nervous after each seizure and I think the large number of dogs might be too much for him. Poor Snoops!

Nope, just sent $10.00. I can return it when I get there.I'm so sorry to
hear of Snoopy's latest episode. I feel so bad for the poor guy. Must be
heartbreaking to see the after effects everytime. :(

I'm going to remember to bring Phred's phone number with me in case I
miss a turn or something once I get to Findley. :)

Misty_Pearl

05-19-2006, 07:45 PM

Pearl and I are going to be unable to make it!!! :( I am going to go ahead and get the permit however, so that when the next time an event rolls around I'll be ready to rumble! Hope you guys have a wonderful time. I'll be thinking of you.

Daphne

4 Dog Mother

05-19-2006, 09:05 PM

[QUOTE=lizbud]Nope, just sent $10.00. I can return it when I get there.[QUOTE]

I wouldn't worry about returning it. They aren't numbered or anything. You will just have an extra if you lose yours or something. It's really not a big deal - it's just sometimes THEY make it a big deal about having yours with you, not giving out the combination etc. Kind of like making a mountain out of a molehill. Sometimes the people at the park district office are a little hard to get along with. Other times they are okay.

anna_66

05-20-2006, 10:58 AM

sandragonfly

05-20-2006, 11:57 PM

sorry for those who can't come. :( hope next year!

okay.. I'm scared to say this,

Gina's Arcountdown:
.. SEVEN days!!

:eek: :p I think on that day will be lowest number of users online ever. I can't wait! .. :D

Cincy'sMom

05-21-2006, 08:40 AM

Boy the list of food is getting really long!!! Would you guys rahter have another side (like a green or spinach salad), or should I add to the dessert with a pie something like that? Other suggestions?

zanyshihtzu

05-21-2006, 09:13 PM

Looking forward to meeting everyone. Managed to get the entire day off . :D
I don't know how to add to the list of things people are bringing. I plan to bring a noodle casserole my mom always makes. Hopefully it will be as good as hers. At least it has stopped raining here in Findlay. :)

Cincy'sMom

05-21-2006, 09:26 PM

As of rightnow, Sunday is supposed to be Sunny and 86!

shawsdanes

05-22-2006, 06:59 AM

Can't wait to meet everyone. Looks like the weather is going to be just wonderful. I won't recognize anyone except Gabbie and Carrie. Just look for my husband and I with three mini horses aka Great Danes....lol....I am sure they will be walking us everywhere...lol....I will be there around noon and my cousin and his wife are also coming and they are bringing there viszla and weimreiner. Yipeeee!!!!!

ramanth

05-22-2006, 10:41 AM

Excellent news about the weather!

That's what I'm experiencing now in Denver. :D :D

Lobodeb

05-22-2006, 10:43 AM

Did I miss the count on hoomins?? I need to know how much food to bring?

Actually, I need to know the doggie count too.

shais_mom

05-22-2006, 11:35 AM

Did I miss the count on hoomins?? I need to know how much food to bring?

Actually, I need to know the doggie count too.
Not entirely sure about the hoomins but in Anna's thread there should be a doggie count. :)
Keegan and I will be there but it will be a bit later in the day b/c I don't get off work until 11am so I am going to nap before coming over. (going in at 11pm the nite before)

lv4dogs

05-22-2006, 02:57 PM

Did I miss the count on hoomins?? I need to know how much food to bring?

Actually, I need to know the doggie count too.

I was wondering the same thing. I'm wondering how many bags of ships I'm going to need to bring.

I have about 100 doggie treats, but it seems as if more & more dogs are coming everyday now. Hmmm, wonders if I'll be able to bring more. :D

Karen

05-22-2006, 04:06 PM

I think the human count was somewhere between 30 and 40. But remember that everyone's bringing something, so you don't need to bring enough for absolutely everyone, or we'll have lots of leftovers.

Small, humble request - can folks who are making stuff to bring just bring - or tape to the container - an ingredient list? I have oddball food allergies (animal and vegetable and fruit and other), so need ingredient lists before I can eat anything.

Lobodeb

05-22-2006, 04:10 PM

Small, humble request - can folks who are making stuff to bring just bring - or tape to the container - an ingredient list? I have oddball food allergies (animal and vegetable and fruit and other), so need ingredient lists before I can eat anything.
Sounds fair enough to me. On that note, why don't we just do a recipe exchange while we're at it!?

Cinder & Smoke

05-22-2006, 04:25 PM

Did I miss the count on hoomins??
I need to know how much food to bring?

Actually, I need to know the doggie count too.

I was wondering the same thing.
I'm wondering how many bags of Chips I'm going to need to bring.

I have about 100 doggie treats ...

http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/eek.gif
Take a Chill Pill, Folks!! http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/wink.gif

No one Bringer of Food needs to feel obligated to have a serving of their Stuff
for EVERYone in attendance ...

If we get 20 Dishes or items brought in - it's a bit unrealistic to think that
EVERYONE is going to "sample" all 20 Dishes! http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/eek.gif
I've *tried* - ya just can't EAT that much - even if you Stay for Dinner!

If each Cook brings enough Stuff to serve 6-10 people - we should have enough food
for a week! (We always seem to have a LOT more than we can possibly eat!)

And a "few" chips go a long way ... I hate to fill up on Chips - no matter HOW tastey -
and let home-made stuff go un-sampled due to a lack of "room"!

Things not mentioned:
Lasagna or Spaghetti dishes - good hot or cold - and we have elecrtical outlets.
Tossed Salads
Cheese Plate

Remember - Keep it SIMPLE - it's a PICNIC - not a formal dinner!!

Same advice for the Dawggie Treats - everyone who comes brings a Box, Bag, or Pouch
to share with da Mutts ... 40 or 50 Mutts can only consume so many Treats!
YOU don't need to try to feed each Mutt a complete meal!

My guess is we'll see 30 - 40 2-Leggers;
and have 40- 50 Mutts pass through!

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

Lobodeb

05-22-2006, 04:30 PM

Take a Chill Pill, Folks!!

Sorry, Phred, we're just so lost without you!!! ;)

My guess is we'll see 30 - 40 2-Leggers;
and have 40- 50 Mutts pass through!

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

Thank you! Thanks also for the tips on how much to bring. I always bring enough to feed an army. :o

shawsdanes

05-23-2006, 05:55 AM

I will be bringing some chips and dip and dog treats. Any suggestions from anyone on flavor or brand? Can't wait to meet you all!!!

Cinder & Smoke

05-23-2006, 06:40 AM

WHAT to BRING on Sunday, MAY 28th ?? http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/confused.gif

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 Robin, RobiLee)

Salads/Sides
. . Tater Salad (by Diana, 4DM)
. . Baked Beans (by Pat, cyber-sibes)
. . Macaroni Salad (by Robin, RobiLee)
. . Pasta Salad (by Debby, Lobodeb)
. . Banana Bread (by Debby, Lobodeb)

Munchies & Krunchies & Dips
. . Veggies + Dip (by Kimmy, ramanth)
. . Chips + Dip . (by Heidi, shawsdanes)
. . Doritos . . (by Sue, lv4dogs)
. . Chex Mix . (by Sue, lv4dogs)

Desserts
. . Chawklit Chippie Cookies (by Phred)
. . Various other cookies / Dawggie SAFE wuns, too! (by Karen)
. . Brownies (by Diana, 4DM)
. . "Some Kinda" ROXEY Birfday CAKE (by Anna, anna_66)
. . Cookies (by Jill, Pembroke Corgi)

Drinks
. . Nantucket Nectars (by Karen and Paul)
. . Bottled water & Iced Tea (by JoJoe, cyber-sibes)
. . Kooler & Ice wiff both HiTest an Diet Pops (by Phred)

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 5/23/2006 @ 10:30 am

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

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

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

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

NOTE:
IF you posted something in a plain ole "Post" ... it didn't get picked up
by my ole eyes ... Say it Again and I'll add your item in.

Pembroke_Corgi

05-23-2006, 07:08 AM

I'm going to bring some human cookies and dog cookies, too!

Lobodeb

05-23-2006, 09:20 AM

I still haven't received my permit. I'm calling again today just to check status.

Update. If we can get my mom's dog Emma a permit last minute, they'll be coming too! :D

shais_mom

05-23-2006, 12:12 PM

I'm haven't signed up to bring anything yet as I am coming late but if anyone has any ideas or needs anything let me know. If anything needs picked up on the way Sunday afternoon like ice for the hawt dogs Phred and Anna and Amy have my cell number! :)

RobiLee

05-23-2006, 03:40 PM

I'm going to bring some human cookies and dog cookies, too!

I'm so glad you are coming also! Are you bringing both pups with you? Gosh, I just can't wait to see everyone. :)

4 Dog Mother

05-23-2006, 04:35 PM

Lobodeb

05-23-2006, 04:50 PM

For anyone who has not got their permit yet, but have sent in their registration, if you call the Park Office and let them know I could pick them up rather than waiting on them in the mail. I may be going out of town on Friday so Thursday would work best for me to pick them up.

That would be great!!!! I will send them the info for my mom's dog, Emma too!I will PM you the details. Thank you so much for the offer!

Ginger's Mom

05-23-2006, 09:31 PM

Has anyone mentioned what the forcast is at this point for Sunday? I know that it is a while away yet, but I was just wondering what they were predicting.

Cinder & Smoke

05-23-2006, 09:38 PM

NWS Cleveland, OH (http://www.erh.noaa.gov/cle/)
Point Forecast: Findlay, OH
41.03N -83.6W

Friday Night: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 9pm. Partly cloudy, with a low near 63. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

Saturday: Mostly sunny, with a high around 80.

Saturday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 62.

Sunday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 83.

Sunday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 65.

Memorial Day: Mostly sunny, with a high near 84.

Monday Night: Mostly clear, with a low near 63.

Ginger's Mom

05-23-2006, 10:18 PM

Okay, so short-sleeves it is. :) And lots of water/ice for the pups. Sounds good to me. Thanks Phred.

Karen

05-23-2006, 10:25 PM

Okay, so short-sleeves it is. :) And lots of water/ice for the pups. Sounds good to me. Thanks Phred.

There's a water pump right there in the dog park itself, so you needn't pack water, just a dish to put it in!

Kfamr

05-24-2006, 09:57 AM

No dishes really needed, either. There's small, medium, and large waterbowls there - they were there all 3-4 times we went to the park last week. Dad, Ki, and I drove to Findlay from our campground almost every day.

Is there absolutely something easy that needs to be brought - like a necessity?? Can't do much since we're traveling but if something needs to be picked up let me know. A few of you have our cell number if needed.

lv4dogs

05-24-2006, 10:27 AM

No dishes really needed, either. There's small, medium, and large waterbowls there - they were there all 3-4 times we went to the park last week.

Although you may not need dishes at the dog park it is always a wise idea to bring them just in case you need them while traveling. Even for the shortest distance, you never know if your car will break down or the like.

Kfamr

05-24-2006, 10:39 AM

Duh! :p

But I thought they were just talking about for the park. I always have 2 dishes in the truck with us, for food and for water. :)

Ki even going to drink water before I did on our trip, if I only had a little bit of water in my water bottle. :rolleyes:

lv4dogs

05-24-2006, 10:49 AM

Duh! :p

:D

I know it was a common sense question and not saying nayone lacks that but just as a reminder thought I'd post it. :p

shais_mom

05-24-2006, 01:40 PM

:D

I know it was a common sense question and not saying nayone lacks that but just as a reminder thought I'd post it. :p
if you have a picky dog like I do I do bring my own bowl b/c Keegan won't drink the water the other dogs have slobbered on - she prefers drinking out of the faucet! :)

cyber-sibes

05-24-2006, 02:03 PM

if you have a picky dog like I do I do bring my own bowl b/c ... other dogs have slobbered in it :) and they often stick their muddy paws in the water, and a few little guys climb right in! The two big bowls are both cracked but will still hold water, the little bowl there is ok. My dogs seem to love the cold spring water at the park!:p
Is anyone arriving Saturday evening who would like to get together with us? :D

lv4dogs

05-24-2006, 03:19 PM

Is anyone arriving Saturday evening who would like to get together with us? :D

Do you mean playing at the dog park or gathering for dinner or what?

As long as we arrive on time and are not too tired I'd absolutely love to! After all that is why we are coming, for the dogs & people. ;)
I figure as long as we leave on time, don't get lost or anything like that we should arrive about 2-3pm.

anna_66

05-24-2006, 03:56 PM

Oh I'm getting so excited!!! Only 4 more days!!!!

Tubby & Peanut's Mom

05-24-2006, 04:04 PM

Wooo hoooo!!!!

Looks like everything is falling into place for us to attend! I didn't want to say anything before because there were just too many variables affecting the final outcome, but as of right now, unless the motorhome breaks down, we'll be there! Unfortunately P & CJ won't be in attendance though. :(

Like Kay, we're kind of on the fly with all this, so we can bring something that's quick and easy to make if anyone can think of something. Will have to make a stop for doggie biscuits.....hhhmmm....this made me wonder...with so many doggie biscuits being handed out, do any of the doggies go home with upset tummies....kind of like a kid at a carnival? :D

Anyway, looks like there'll be a lot of people we haven't met in attendance, so we're looking forward to meeting all the newbies, and seeing all the familiar faces again! :D

Phred, can you PM me your cell phone number just in case? I'll be looking for my directions tonight - I think I know where they're at, but I'll let you know if I can't find them.

Wooo hoooo!!! :D

anna_66

05-24-2006, 04:08 PM

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v43/anna66/Smileys/Woohoolittlemen.gif That's awesome Debbie! Can't wait to see you two:D

Karen

05-24-2006, 07:13 PM

Yay! :)

cyber-sibes

05-24-2006, 08:13 PM

Do you mean playing at the dog park or gathering for dinner or what? How about both? :D I'll send you a PM! Anyone else? I think we'll plan to grill something here, so no doggies will have to be stuck in a car.

Lobodeb

05-24-2006, 10:14 PM

I'm so excited!!!! Only 3 days left!!!

zanyshihtzu

05-24-2006, 10:29 PM

I can't believe I thought this was on Monday. I ask for monday off not Sunday. So I won't be able to come I have to work until 7:30. I am really disapionted I was looking forward to going.

Cinder & Smoke

05-24-2006, 10:36 PM

Wooo hoooo!!!!

Looks like everything is falling into place for us to attend!

Phred, can you PM me your cell phone number just in case?

I'll be looking for my directions tonight - I think I know where they're at,
but I'll let you know if I can't find them.

Wooo hoooo!!! :D

:D

Deb ~

Sent you an E-mail with the Home /Cell Numbers AND
the travel routing (BIG Rollin Howze Version) for the trip
from Celina, OH to the Dawg Park.

Almost the same as Cracker Barrel to the Dawg Park -
let me know i that's NOT the route you're taking. :eek: :o

Drive Safely!!

Karen

05-24-2006, 10:37 PM

cyber-sibes

05-24-2006, 10:38 PM

I can't believe I thought this was on Monday. I ask for monday off not Sunday. So I won't be able to come I have to work until 7:30. I am really disapionted I was looking forward to going.zany, sorry to hear you won't be able to make it, but we could still get together at the dogpark sometime. I live near Findlay, too. There will be a couple more picnics later this summer. And, like Karen said, maybe someone will trade with you...?

Cinder & Smoke

05-24-2006, 10:48 PM

I can't believe I thought this was on Monday.

I have to work until 7:30.

Nope - SUNDAY is the Day!
That's why we said "SUNDAY" in the title ... oh well!

And 7:30 PM isn't really "Tooooo" late - there will be a few of us still there.
If we KNOW you're going to drop by - we might even leave the CharKoal "on"! :p

Let us know - and you might ask for an "early out".

lv4dogs

05-25-2006, 08:31 AM

Good thing my friend asked me if I have all the directions. lol I do have them all, except the most important one... the directions to the dog park. :p

~~off I go to get them~~ lol

lv4dogs

05-25-2006, 08:39 AM

Is anyone else staying at the Super 8?

cyber-sibes

05-25-2006, 09:18 AM

~~off I go to get them~~ lol I'll show you how to get there on Sat! :D

lute

05-25-2006, 10:30 AM

AHHH!!! i can't go this time! i will definatly try and make a PT meeting sometime this summer.

Josers

05-25-2006, 11:13 AM

Well, we live in Findlay and frequent the dog park quite often but have never heard of this annual event! As I was searching through Google for some Memorial weekend events to check out around Findlay, this came up and what a surprise. We already have our weekend stop at the dog park on Sundays after lunch, so I can only imagine Josie's (our Bichon) reaction to coming around the corner this weekend and seeing tons of other four-leggers galavanting around after what she thought would just be another routine day with her and another dog or two in the park, having it all to themselves!

We also are a Small Paws Rescue foster and we will have a new rescue Bichon with us, Fluffy, that we have had for two weeks now and she has come out of her shell and is getting ready for a forever home, so hopefully she likes to see the other doggies and enjoy the sunshine, too. It will be her first trip to the famed dog park!

I guess we may be seeing some of you there and the weather looks to be Sunny with a high of 86, so we hope your event will be a success! :cool:

Karen

05-25-2006, 11:30 AM

Well, we live in Findlay and frequent the dog park quite often but have never heard of this annual event!

Welcome to Pet Talk, and we hope to meet you Sunday! We'll all be either in the Dog Park or at the Pavillion nearest it. I'm gonna be sure to pack my sunscreen, 86 sounds perfect!

ramanth

05-25-2006, 12:00 PM

Great news Debbie! It'll be great seeing you guys. :D

Welcome to PT, Josers. :D

shihtzulover850

05-25-2006, 01:15 PM

Welcome to pet talk. Just viewed your prof. and noticed you were new. lots of findlayan ohioans here. :p :D

Cinder & Smoke

05-25-2006, 01:37 PM

It didn't and doesn't effect many folks - but having the New Bridge open to traffic
solves a problem - MapQuest can't get anybody http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/eek.gif LOST now!

The Lil Rickity Bridge that carried Township Highway 207 over the Blanchard River
down near the south-eastern corner of the Findlay Reservoir has been closed
for several years - and I doubt many folks even remember using it!
I was even told the Bridge would never be replaced ... so we learned the new route.
The Dawgs got upset a few times - but even they are tuned into the New Route
around the west side of the Reservoir. I don't get *Howled At* for going
the wrong way anymore!

But MapQuest didn't wanna hear it! If they brought you in from the east, south-east,
or the south, using US Route 23 and OH-15 ... you were gonna be "sent" across
that closed Bridge - with NO "Detour" Signs to help guide you throught the back roads!

So all the MapQuesters that I've told to use "MY" approach to the Dog Park -
over OH-37 and coming up the west sode of the Reservoir -
you now have a choice - do it MY Way or the MapQuest way -
you'll get there either way!

Drive Safely- whichever way you come! http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/wink.gif

/s/ Phred

sandragonfly

05-25-2006, 01:43 PM

welcome, josers! glad you found this before having a heart attack. :)

folks, just a note - I now don't know if crayola & I will be coming. :( I do have a ride, there and back. I'm just desperately hopeful my three missing furkids will be back before I leave. 3 days left.. :eek: if they aren't, I wouldn't know what to do. :(

I'll update you all as soon as I know my decision. :rolleyes: hey doggies, if you could share some crossed paws with moggies, please do so! there's the detailed link below - would be much hopeful & appreciated, thanks. :( oh, who should I call in case?

Lobodeb

05-25-2006, 02:18 PM

Hey everyone. My heart is breaking as I type this, but I don't think we won't be able to make it this year. :(

My mom was supposed to meet me for lunch at work take Hugito with her so my co-workers could see him. She was supposed to drop me off in the morning, come home, pick up the baby and head back to my work. So, on her way back from dropping me off, she got in an accident. :(

Lots of blessings in disguise here. First and foremost, she wasn't hurt and neither was Maggy or Emma. Second, she didn't have Hugito with her and lastly, the damage isn't terrible. Either way, I can't see us going on a 5 hour road trip with my car in this condition. I'm really disappointed and very sorry. I was so looking forward to going.

There's still a very small chance that we'll rent a car to go, but that chance is slim to none.

I'm really sorry.

shihtzulover850

05-25-2006, 02:20 PM

oh I will be praying for your mother {{prayers}}

Karen

05-25-2006, 02:30 PM

cyber-sibes

05-25-2006, 03:19 PM

Prayers on their way for those in distress. I'm glad your mom & pups were okay, Deb. Cars are just cars, at least no one was hurt, although I'm sure she's shook up. If not this time, maybe next?
Gina, (((hugs))), all paws crossed on this end. Prayers and good vibes going out for you...hang in there.

Welcome Josers - I think we may have met at the dogpark last week, I remember meeting a little bichon. See you Sunday!

Pembroke_Corgi

05-25-2006, 03:19 PM

shais_mom

05-25-2006, 04:49 PM

Deb I am so sorry to hear of your mom's accident! Very glad noone was hurt tho!
Welcome Josers! My golden Keegan and I will be there later in the afternoon. I hope the park isn't flooded with the storms that we had in the area today! I was in Findlay this afternoon! - woooow!

While at Pet Supplies Plus today I spied 2 huskies in the big tubs in the self dog wash! yupper Star and Sherman were getting prettified! I spoke to Pat but she had her hands too full of Sherman trying to escape to I think realize who I was! :p Then I saw the pretty Star in the car (hey I rhymed) while I was leaving! :) I want to try that sometime - not sure how Keegan's hips will handle it tho :(
Gina - I would assume that you could contact Sue or Karen to let them know if you are coming. I most certainly would understand your decision to stay home! I wouldn't be able to go anywhere if my cats were missing! I hope you got your window fixed.

Cincy'sMom

05-25-2006, 05:25 PM

Sorry to hear about your mom's accident Deb. Glad everyone is okay!
The meetingat Labor day isn't quite as big, but maybe timing would work out for you.

anna_66

05-25-2006, 08:44 PM

Oh Deb how scary it must have been for your mom. I'm just glad to hear that no one was hurt in the accident. I do hope that your insurance covers a rental and your still able to come, but we all understand if your not able to. If not hopefully you'll be able to come some other time.

Welcome to Pet Talk Josers. It's always nice to see another newbie here and even better to meet them:) Looking forward to seeing you and the duo on Sunday!

Gina I'm really sorry to hear about your missing furkids, it must be very hard not knowing where they are. We'll all understand if you don't come.
Of course your boy is still going to be on the cake so if your not there, we'll still be thinking of you:)

Ohhh my sounds like Star and Sherman are all ready for the park...can't wait to pet that soft fur of theirs (bet they're smelling pretty good too!).

Everyone please travel safely...see you all Sunday!

4 Dog Mother

05-25-2006, 09:09 PM

So sorry about the accident Deb. Glad no one was hurt! Picked up your mother's permit today. Let me know what you want to do with it. Can mail it to you or whatever. Will miss you being there.

Gina, hope the cats come home and you can make it.

It has been raining hard today - need that sun to come out and dry things out! Keep the sun dance agoin'

cyber-sibes

05-25-2006, 11:03 PM

While at Pet Supplies Plus today I spied 2 huskies in the big tubs in the self dog wash! yupper Star and Sherman were getting prettified! I spoke to Pat but she had her hands too full of Sherman trying to escape to I think realize who I was! :p Then I saw the pretty Star in the car (hey I rhymed) while I was leaving! :) :eek: Oh my gosh Staci! That was you! I do apologise, I got quite a shower from Sherman, who managed to slip out of the noose & was trying to make a break for it, lol! :rolleyes: I'm so bad seeing people out of context, if only Keegan had been with you, I'd have recognized you instantly. Yes, Star & Sherman are all cleaned up, because it was such a nice sunny day out, good for lying in the sun & drying...NOT! 45 minutes later the thunderstorms arrived. We've still got a couple days to dry out before the festivities. :)

shais_mom

05-25-2006, 11:15 PM

:eek: Oh my gosh Staci! That was you! I do apologise, I got quite a shower from Sherman, who managed to slip out of the noose & was trying to make a break for it, lol! :rolleyes: I'm so bad seeing people out of context, if only Keegan had been with you, I'd have recognized you instantly. Yes, Star & Sherman are all cleaned up, because it was such a nice sunny day out, good for lying in the sun & drying...NOT! 45 minutes later the thunderstorms arrived. We've still got a couple days to dry out before the festivities. :)

It's Ok Pat! :)
I knew you were too busy to talk anyway! :p
I almost thought better of saying anything seeings that you had your hands full! I noticed the employee that was in there with you was quite wet also! lol
:D

sandragonfly

05-25-2006, 11:21 PM

oh wow - lodeb, just glad everyone's allright! whew. ((((gentle))))

posted by shais'mom
Gina - I would assume that you could contact Sue or Karen to let them know if you are coming. I most certainly would understand your decision to stay home! I wouldn't be able to go anywhere if my cats were missing! I hope you got your window fixed.

thank you, yes, my window was fixed immediately or more cats would have gotten out.

me too, I certainly hope I'll make to findlay! I'm not gonna give up...I've been looking forward to this, I've already missed pet talk's birthday party & 3rd BBQ events! :( one of my good friends could stay over here for two nights and watch out for them. only if at least 2/3 are found, and if I'd feel better. you can always hope, I think I still will be coming.

for who to call, I meant someone who's already there, at the park - who knows I'll be coming last minute.

lobodeb, hope everything's settling down by now. and hope to see all of you too! I'm keep praying. http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b127/mystichild/sigh.gif
(((thank you everyone!)))

edit - will anyone bring name tags again this year?

lv4dogs

05-26-2006, 07:37 AM

for who to call, I meant someone who's already there, at the park - who knows I'll be coming last minute.

edit - will anyone bring name tags again this year?[/color]

You can call me, I will have my cell phone on me & plan at being at the park bright & early. I hope to see you there. You & your furkids will be in my thoughts.

I was also wondering about name tags.

cyber-sibes

05-26-2006, 07:45 AM

I'll pick up some name tags today. Have pm'd my home & cell to a couple of you - if anyone else wants to keep it handy, pm me. :)

lv4dogs

05-26-2006, 08:16 AM

Just to let anyone know if you would like my cell number please PM me today before 10:30 ish. After 10:30 (ish) I will not have access to the net.

I'll be seeing you all in a couple days (some sooner than that) and boy oh boy I can not wait!!! :D :D :D

Edited to change the times, There is a good chance I will be getting out of work earlier than I thought I was. :D

cyber-sibes

05-26-2006, 08:41 AM

Just talked to my SIL - she willl not be coming - her boxer, Petunia, apparently ate something in the woods and became extremely ill - she still is in the doggie hospital right now. :( She is a little better today, but won't be up for a trip for awhile, just hugs and cuddles with mom!

ramanth

05-26-2006, 09:15 AM

Oh my!

Deb, I'm glad your mom is okay.

Gina, I hope your cats come home.

Pat, I hope Petunia gets better soon.

*hugs*

RobiLee

05-26-2006, 11:29 AM

Ohhh nooo, Debby! I hate hearing about this. I'm just relieved that everyone is ok. I'm so sorry that I am not going to be able to meet you and hold that sweet boy of yours. Hopefully you can try again some other time. {{HUGS FOR YOU!}}

Gina, I hope that your furbabies return soon.

Karen

05-26-2006, 02:10 PM

I am very sorry to say that Paul and I will not be attending the gathering this time. Paul went to the doctor today, he has torn cartilage in his knee, it is swollen and he is in pain, and is unable to walk at all. I had held out hope that it would be something fixable so we would still be able to come, instead it is a "wait 4-6 weeks, and see."

I had so been looking forward to it, to meeting all the new people, petting and giving treats to the dogs old and new, I have my sidewalk chalk ready, ingredients for the cookies I would have brought, but it is just impossible. Sorry everyone! :( :(

shais_mom

05-26-2006, 02:12 PM

aawww Karen and Paul - so sorry to hear this! But coming from a family full of knee injuries and 2 surgeries myself I can sympathasize! Lots of rest and ice in order!
Feel better soon Paul!

sandragonfly

05-26-2006, 02:28 PM

oh no.. :eek: :( so very disappointed you guys are not gonna come.

you both and your peterson hugs will be missed by all of us, feel better soon paul! :(

ramanth

05-26-2006, 02:51 PM

Owie!! I'm sorry to hear that Karen. Get better soon Paul!

Cinder & Smoke

05-26-2006, 02:54 PM

I am very sorry to say that Paul and I will not be attending the gathering this time.

Sorry everyone! :( :(

:(
:(
:(

Well, NUTZ!!!! :(

We could rent Mr. Paul a Big-Wheel Rollin Chair ;)
Maybe dope him up on bute an don't tell the White Coat where he spent
da weekend - who'd know?

Sure gonna *MISS* you Guys this time!

But hay - he otta be all Healed-Up by LABOR Day ...
How Bout ya pencil THAT Sunday in onna callendar??

Maybe we'll wrap ya up a burger an sum Dawggie Birfday Kake an send it ober.

FEEL BETTER SOON!!!!
;)

/s/ Frum Allua Us

cyber-sibes

05-26-2006, 03:17 PM

Aw, poor Paul - ouchie! Sorry to hear you won't be here, but knees are sort of "essential" equipment! We'll post lots of pictures so you can still enjoy it vicariously!

Lobodeb

05-26-2006, 06:29 PM

Ouch, Paul! I hope you're feeling better soon.

Thank you everyone for your thoughts, prayers, well wishes and suggestions. I was hoping to still go as we were planning on renting a car anyway because 2 doggies + 3 hoomins + baby (+baby stuff)=need lots of room. My insurance does cover rental reimbursement, but the whole process of gathering estimates, the investigation, etc. they aren't getting me another car until sometime next week. Like I said, I was still trying to rent one, but now, having to pay my deductible, the hotel, gas and rental car, it a little out of the question.

I really tried, I did. Maybe some other time. Please have fun and take lots of pictures for us. I'll be thinking about you!

Diane, please mail my mom's permit to us. I'll PM you my address. Thanks again for picking that up for us. I'm sorry you did that for us for nothing. :(

Kfamr

05-26-2006, 08:31 PM

MAN! Lots of people getting ouchies!!

:(

Karen

05-26-2006, 08:52 PM

Kay, will you give Kiara an extra bellyrub for me? I was so looking forward to meeting your new girl! :(

RobiLee

05-26-2006, 09:21 PM

Oh no!! Not Karen and Paul too. :(

We will definitely miss you two.

Well, Tori has had her bath this evening so she can look her best on Sunday. Now, everyone else please be careful! No more accidents or injuries!

Debby, you get your car taken care of and pass along some hugs to Hugito and the furkids. We'll get to meet someday. Paul, you take care of yourself and get that knee all better

{{HUGS}}

cyber-sibes

05-26-2006, 11:55 PM

TRAVEL SAFELY EVERYONE!
And DO wear your seatbelts in Ohio - they ARE ticketing

RubyMutt

05-27-2006, 09:03 AM

We recently moved and have been without internet for about a week. (For awhile there I didn't know if we would finish moving in time and thought we might miss the meeting, thankfully that is NOT the case)

I'm sorry to hear about those of you who can't make it :( Take care of yourselves, we'll be sure to take a lot of photos for you!

I just need to print out some maps and then we're heading up to Ohio :D We'll be in Wooster tonight then onto Findlay tomorrow morning :D We're so excited!

anna_66

05-27-2006, 09:11 AM

Gosh not you two too Karen:( I'm very sorry to hear your not going to be able to make it this time. But hopefully like Phred said you can still make it another time this year. Paul, hope your knee feels better soon.

We'll all be able to post pictures and make you "feel" as if you were here;)

I'm off to get the cake here soon and pick up a couple more things for tomorrow. I hope you all have a safe trip and like others have said, no more wrecks and ouchies:D

Pembroke_Corgi

05-27-2006, 09:13 AM

RubyMutt

05-27-2006, 09:16 AM

I don't know why I didn't think of this earlier :rolleyes:...

Would anyone mind PMing me their cell phone number? We've never been through that part of Ohio before, there's a chance we might get lost ;)

Cincy'sMom

05-27-2006, 09:23 AM

I'll send you mine! I was just telling Ralph this morning who was coming and said we hadn't heard from you in awhile. Glad to see you are still coming!!

cyber-sibes

05-27-2006, 10:04 AM

Ginger's Mom

05-27-2006, 11:28 AM

Count me out, guys. :( I am so sorry. I am still in NJ, and although to be honest I think I could still make it to my motel by about 9:00 or 9:30 tonight I am not sure I want to try it. I am really sorry, and disappointed. A Huge apology and thanks going out to Phred who spent an enormous amount of time and effort to make my trip easier. I do have everything printed out and will keep all of that information handy.

Tubby & Peanut's Mom

05-27-2006, 03:54 PM

Gee, maybe we should have not announced that we were coming. Seems ever since I mentioned it, everybody's been dropping out. :(

Karen, SO sorry to hear about Paul. He must be in a lot of pain and I can certainly see why the trip was ruled out. I know it's a long drive for you, and who wants to drive when they're in pain?

Debby, SO sorry to hear about your mother's accident. Glad it wasn't anything too serious, but sorry to hear we're not going to be able to finally meet up. Appears we might actually have to meet sometime in Chicago instead of 6 hours away in Ohio. ;)

And to everyone else, SO sorry things didn't work out. This gathering really is a blast, and I'm just glad things have fallen into place for us to attend, but I can certainly see how plans can go astray at a moment's notice. We're still in Celina right now, and will be heading to Findlay and the Bark Park tomorrow morning. Should be there by 10:00 am barring any unforseen motor howze issues. ;)

See you all tomorrow! :D

Cincy'sMom

05-27-2006, 05:11 PM

Sorry to hear so many plans have had to change :( Somtimes life gets in the way!! But we do have another gathering planned for Labor Day, another long weekend...maybe we'll see you all then!!

I cleared one memory card (2 to go), and have Lemon Bars in the oven (Pecan bars are next). Camera batteries are charged, and I picked up some doggy treats today. Can't wait for tomorrow!

lizbud

05-27-2006, 05:15 PM

Well, we're still coming.(god willing). I don't have a cell phone but do
have Phred's phone number if I need directions.My car's packed, gassed
up & tires checked. :D See you all later. :D

ps. Is Findley on Eastern time?

Cinder & Smoke

05-27-2006, 05:34 PM

Is Findley on Eastern time?

Findlay is on "EDT = Eastern Daylight Time

Looks like Indy is using the SAME time -
Indy local weather gives same time we have.

;)

OK, done *cryin* from the Great Onyin Chop :( -
on to the Great Cookie Bake!

:D

RobiLee

05-27-2006, 05:54 PM

Liz, yes it is on eastern time.

Ohhh, Joyce, I'm sorry that you aren't going to make it. I was really looking forward to meeting you and Ginger. Maybe it will happen someday.

I'm starting to gather my stuff up now. Getting ready to make some macaroni salad. Gotta get all the batteries charged, phone charged, make sure I have my directions and park pass. Ohhh, I wanna run out and fuel up this evening so I don't have to mess with that in the morning either. Oh, sunscreen too. Don't forget the sunscreen, people!

Everyone drive safely!! :)

sandragonfly

05-27-2006, 06:51 PM

oh dear.. :(

sooo darn sorry you're not coming, joyce & ginger! :( hate when something like this happens. I wish I could wand every of you magically to findlay!

..looks like I'm coming! (....*knock on wood*..) my four day plan have shorten to one day, my sweet friend's gonna stay here & watch over for my two (two more!!) cats for me. so I'll be driving straight down there (in ol'bloppy car) early morning then leave right after the gathering - I don't think one day would hurt and I'll be having my pager with me in case of questions or cats are found!

mhmm, wow. the day is coming.. here I go travel again, see you all tomorrow!! :cool:

Karen

05-27-2006, 06:59 PM

oh dear.. :(

hate when something like this happens. I wish I could wand every of you magically to findlay!

..looks like I'm coming! (....*knock on wood*..) my four day plan have shorten to one, my sweet friend's gonna stay here & watch over for my two (two more!!) cats for me. so I'll be driving straight down there (in ol'bloppy car) early morning then leave right after the gathering - I don't think one day would hurt and I'll be having my pager with me in case of questions or cats are found!

mhmm, wow. the day is coming.. here I go travel again, see you all tomorrow!! :cool:

Gina - give the doggies all my greetings, okay? Wish I could be there, but that would require Paul's knee healing instantaneously, which cartilage has never been known to do.

Sunscreen, and hats everyone! I had my magical folding hat ready to go, too!

cyber-sibes

05-27-2006, 08:24 PM

We just finished dinner with Sue & Kaige, Joe & Indy- what fun! Will post more pictures later, but here's a nice "group" shot (except for Joe & JoJoe) It was quite a feat to get them all to sit still!
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v432/cyber-sibes/PT%20Memorial%20day%2006/group3x5.jpg
All our pups got along great, we enjoyed getting to know Sue & Joe. See you all tomorrow! ;)

Cinder & Smoke

05-27-2006, 08:49 PM

looks like I'm coming! (....*knock on wood*..)

my four day plan have shorten to one day,

so I'll be driving straight down there (in ol'bloppy car) early morning

then leave right after the gathering ...

:eek:
GINA ~

Do you have any idea How FAR it is from Rochester to Findlay, OH ????

It's 6.5 hours (380 miles) ...

IF you plan to drive TO Findlay and back Home the same day -
that's 13 hours of driving - without figuring in any stops.

You're younger than I am - but that's more driving in one day than you should be doing!

And do you have any idea How to FIND Findlay, OH??

I'd certainly be looking for someone to Ride Along - other than the Pup!

/s/ Phred

sandragonfly

05-27-2006, 09:12 PM

lovely picture! everyone looks so sweet and natural there! hey, what did you guys hadd for dinner? sorry I didn't make it. :(

aw thank you phred. :) well, actually I have a place to stay over - two cities southeastern away in case a couple of sleep hours needed. but who can sleep worrying? I never been able to sleep anyway. :rolleyes: so drive when you can! cats want me and I want them.

don't forget my successful roadtrip (first day was 14 hours total, to me, it was like five hours).. :eek: and being young helps! :D

yeah, I have the map and miles - only 6 hours, (being young) :p and everyone almost could come with me. :( thank goodness I didn't have to work.

anyway, I LOVE/MISS driving! (car stolen) and I can't wait. especially to meet you all. :cool:

karen, will do and crayola will help too! :)

Cincy'sMom

05-27-2006, 09:15 PM

What a great group shot Pat!! Can't wait to wait everyone tomorrow, but I think Indy may have to come home with me!! Indy could be a long lost sibling of Sadie!!

shais_mom

05-27-2006, 09:43 PM

Well - Keegan had a bath tonite so she ought to be nice and clean for tomorrow. I have treats and things for her ready - not bringing any food tho I hope there's still some left when I get there! :p
Diana please save me a scoop of POTATO SALAD! :)
lol
Getting off at 11am - will try to sleep for about 3 hours then get up and come over - so hopefully I'll be there around 330-4ish.
Will call Phred's ringy-dinger when I'm on my way! :p

wolf_Q

05-27-2006, 10:18 PM

Have fun everyone! Take lots of pictures....I think you need a GROUP SHOT too! :)

cyber-sibes

05-27-2006, 10:50 PM

hey, what did you guys hadd for dinner? sorry I didn't make it. Barbequed chicken, corn on the cob, & baked beans (had to try em out to be sure they'd be good tomorrow! Also cherry pie ala mode. Sorry we missed you, too - drive safe, girl!

Indy could be a long lost sibling of Sadie!!
Wait till you see her for yourself- I think she looks like both between Sadie & Cincy!
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v432/cyber-sibes/PT%20Memorial%20day%2006/Indy643.jpg

Cincy'sMom

05-28-2006, 05:08 AM

From that picture, she does look more like Cincy. That is it...she is the missing link between Sadie and Cincy. Either way, I think she needs to come live with me ;)

anna_66

05-28-2006, 06:00 AM

Hehe Amy...I see your up early this morning too:p

I would have loved to get together with you guys for dinner, too bad I had to work:o

See you all soon!!!

Timber'sOwners

05-28-2006, 06:27 AM

Randi

05-28-2006, 06:27 AM

Most of you are probably up getting ready to go now - drive carefully! .... and remember to take lots of pictures. ;)

Have FUN!!

Kfamr

05-28-2006, 06:31 AM

Packing stuff up and getting ready to leave MI!

Ginger's Mom

05-28-2006, 06:44 AM

I am so angry at myself for not making it there. I know you guys will all have a great time, and I will be checking in anxiously all day looking for updates and pictures. Please post plenty, have fun and give hugs to all of the dogs for me.

ChrisH

05-28-2006, 07:37 AM

Have a great time everyone! http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v11/CwmmawrJet/Bobby%20Boy/Smilies/wave.gif looking forward to the pictures!

cyber-sibes

05-28-2006, 07:52 AM

My wife and I just moved here to Findlay. I am originally frrom Illinois and SHE was raised here in Findlay. We have a 5 yr old, female, choc-lab mix named Timber. We have a dog license already and really cant wait to go. It will be our first time of course. We have met some really great people at the dog park already...see ya there.

Tracy & Anna :cool:
Well hello Timber! Star & Sherman here. We've played with you at the dogpark several times - hope to see you at the picnic!

*EDIT Hey. look at that! This my 3000th post! :D

Timber'sOwners

05-28-2006, 08:02 AM

hi Sue. It'll be great to see you and Star and Sherman. How come that hubby of yours isnt with you when you bring em out? Cant wait to meet many of the dog's owners that have been there before and many of the "far-away" owners...lol...talk to you soon...see ya in a few hours

:)

cyber-sibes

05-28-2006, 08:14 AM

How come that hubby of yours isnt with you when you bring em out? :)He joins us every once in a while - he'll be with us today! - Pat & JoJoe

sandragonfly

05-28-2006, 08:56 AM

HERE AT FINDLAY!!

nobody is here yet! I guess I'm too early. :o

sue/lvdogs and her pups is coming in ten minutes! :D

it's niceeee outside! I'm already warrrm.. not too windy - breezing nicely and sunny. just for us! ;)

off to fun for the day! :cool:

gemini9961

05-28-2006, 01:10 PM

I'm sure everyone is having an awesome time and us non-attending folks can't wait for some pics. :D

luvofallhorses

05-28-2006, 05:21 PM

I'm sure everyone is having an awesome time and us non-attending folks can't wait for some pics. :D

ditto! :D

lizbud

05-28-2006, 06:37 PM

The Pet Talk gathering was really great. :D I've never seen so many
gorgeous dogs of all description & the nicest group of people ever. :D
My post will be short & sweet because I forgot my camera. :( Oh well,
I'll have to wait to see everyone elses.

p.s. You know it's one thing to see all the PT pupsters in pictures, but
It's even better seeing them all run around the park together. :)

Pam

05-28-2006, 06:41 PM

Karen

05-28-2006, 06:59 PM

Oh Liz I just came on now to check for any updates and I am so disappointed that you forgot your camera. I will just have to practice patience. :) By the way, does anyone know if Mugsy still attends these get-togethers. I always enjoyed seeing which pupster was chosen to go with her. Anyone hear from her lately?

I haven't heard from her lately, she had gotten very involved in rescue transports, so is often involved and busy on weekends. Maybe when school's out for the summer (she IS a teacher) we'll here more from her!

Oh, Liz, I am glad it was a fun gathering for you! Still wish I could have been there, but I'll just have to live vicariously for now.

captain

05-28-2006, 07:04 PM

*drums fingers*

Waiting for the "check-ins", so I can see pics ... :D

shais_mom

05-28-2006, 07:07 PM

Sorry I missed those of you that had left before I got there.
I got there around 3pm with one hour of sleep - thanks to the equivalent of 6 cans of Diet Mountain Dew that I had by 3pm! :rolleyes:

It was great fun and was soooo happy to see everyone! :)
off to u/l pics while I wash the dirt - dog slobber- sweat- off me! :D
I only took about 43 pics - I was a little slow on the uptake today!

zippy-kat

05-28-2006, 07:08 PM

Liz, Stace.... so glad to hear you made it back safely!

Cincy'sMom

05-28-2006, 07:37 PM

We are home too. Can't promise pictures tonight as we still have more partying to do up here, but we sure had a great day!! Tons of sun ( I'm a wee bit red!) and all the dogs were so good and got along so well!! I filled a 128 card, so I should have lots of pictures!!!

I talked to Mugsy maybe a month or so ago. They were hacing computer issues and she wasn't online anywhere much. She is still doing tons of rescue work. I'll send her an email soon and let her know people as asking about her!

shais_mom

05-28-2006, 07:55 PM

( I'm a wee bit red!) !
a WEEEE bit?
methinks you're gonna be SORE tomorrow! And hot tonite when you go to bed! ;)
here are my pics -
http://share.shutterfly.com/action/welcome?sid=9Qas2bFs1UTww

Tubby & Peanut's Mom

05-28-2006, 07:59 PM

Glad to hear everyone is making it home safely. We decided to spend the night at the American Coach Service Facility in Decatur, IN. They have electric hookups....and a dump station for in the morning. We'll continue on our way tomorrow and be home sometime tomorrow afternoon.

We were a bit late due to minor motorhome issues that were finally resolved (whew!) but we arrived just in time for the food! Great timing if you ask me. ;)

It was great seeing everyone again, and meeting new people. Two observances. Bowzer is shorter than he appears in pictures, and Bon is bigger than he appears in pictures! :eek:

For some reason I left my camera in the motorhome and didn't get any pictures at all - doh! So I'm patiently awaiting everyone else's pictures also.

Had a great time - as usual - and it was great seeing everyone again. :D

Kfamr

05-28-2006, 08:46 PM

Kiara, Dad, and I are pooped out in a Super 8 motel - somewhere on the way to Cinci. I think the city is Wakapeto or something... too tired to find out. :rolleyes: Has to be the nicest motel I've stayed at - rooms are clean, it's quiet, pet friendly, and they even have a place for us to park with our camper.

"Free" wireless internet and still cheaper than any of the other hotels we checked on the way to this one.

Other than Phred & the gang - Dad, Kiara, & I were the last ones out.
Thank you everyone... had a great time. Dumb me didn't start taking pictures until later in the day so I missed many of the pups who left earlier. :(

Posting a few favorites, though...

1. Bad a$$ Mark and his bad a$$ dog. :p

2. Gina of Gina's Ark giving Ki a big hug. :D

3. When some of the pups cleared, Ki decided to lay in the kiddy pool, which most of you saw she wanted nothing to do with previously.

4. Sherman! Isn't he just amazing? Love that boy!

5. Keegan knows what's best.. FRESH water!

Kfamr

05-28-2006, 08:51 PM

Had to add one more..

I was so happy to see Ruby! She is even more gorgeous in person!

Karen

05-28-2006, 08:57 PM

Had to add one more..

I was so happy to see Ruby! She is even more gorgeous in person!

So glad to see everyone's starting to post pictures! And to hear that folks all had a good time, Kiara looks soooo happy in the pool - not as big as her pool at home, but we know a wet Kiara is a happy Kiara!

And that's a great SHerman picture - don'tcha just wanna kiss that boy? ;)

4 Dog Mother

05-28-2006, 09:09 PM

Well, I finally got mine uploaded too. It was too hot out there and I did not take as many pictures as I had planned too.

But on the what I did manage to take.

Phred giving Kaige a treat
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid206/p1d624fca520186090348e9bf9d5842e4/eeca1378.jpg

Dogs trying to find shade
Dakota (Dane), Destiny (Dalmation) and I think Roxey
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid206/p43ecaf2417a4cc5e8ef4ed2a6355d12c/eeca1201.jpg

Titan , weimeraner

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid206/p4938f49dbbd56e3c0cdae965ca8f3031/eeca11c6.jpg a

4 Dog Mother

05-28-2006, 09:11 PM

Sadie in pool
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid206/pd75052761ffb85f687591672ae85cb55/eeca10f2.jpg
Spotty boy far away from pool
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid206/p12abd257c29904e68d762dd6c766cf77/eeca1098.jpg
Kagie, Indy, Sadie in pool, Andy and Ralph filling pool
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid206/p773911e0d49fa2db2f2024b43665653b/eeca1081.jpg

RobiLee

05-28-2006, 09:12 PM

:D We're home!!!! We are all tired and ready to chill out. :cool: We had a great time. The girls said that it took forever to get home..lol. I think they are pooped. Tangie and Damika said the food was good, the dogs were pretty and they enjoyed the pool. Too lazy to mess with pics tonite. We'll try to get to them tomorrow. ;)

Cincy'sMom

05-28-2006, 09:13 PM

Kiara, Dad, and I are pooped out in a Super 8 motel - somewhere on the way to Cinci. I think the city is Wakapeto or something... too tired to find out. :rolleyes: Has to be the nicest motel I've stayed at - rooms are clean, it's quiet, pet friendly, and they even have a place for us to park with our camper.

Sounds like you are in Wapakoneta. Nice little town, and home of the Neil Armstrong Space Muesum.

We decided we were too tired to go to any more parties today...so that means pictures tonight!!

Here (http://www.imagestation.com/album/pictures.html?id=2105901066&idx=143) is a link to my album. The first 12 or so are ones of my roses that started blooming yesterday, and a toad the dogs found in the flowerbed, that we guided to safety outside of the fence. After that, the Party pics begin!

4 Dog Mother

05-28-2006, 09:18 PM

Beautiful Ruby
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid206/p77cc4e99cde1254031f0cb5973901695/eeca104c.jpg
Bon on Kay's lap
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid206/p16e0352644d5624da0d2e5442cfb3717/eeca0ff6.jpg

Ashley and TJ a boxer pup
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid206/p631d8ad11d8c2b3d63151a37bcec1248/eeca0fa5.jpg
Jack with his new haircut
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid206/p07db3ed5613aac2d02ee16e10af00007/eeca11d5.jpg

4 Dog Mother

05-28-2006, 09:23 PM

Huney getting in pool whether she wanted to or not
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid206/p80d8a0de2eaf4eaa78305d10df0ed377/eeca1033.jpg
Jasmine finding dog toys more interesting than dogs

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid206/pcb9ef78b8274c5180a7d43d62f6677da/eeca140f.jpg
Crayola
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid206/pcc33265076762e20e8d6c74fe11cd942/eeca13cc.jpg
One of the Corgis
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid206/p565cb8dd9b6eb93f29a179fc70938a70/eeca13b6.jpg

and the rest of the album ishere (http://www.imagestation.com/album/pictures.html?id=2105901059&idx=28)

Karen

05-28-2006, 09:37 PM

Great pictures, both of you! All the dogs look like they got along well, from the wee boxer pup to Bon squashing Kay - I mean "sitting in Kay's lap!"

cyber-sibes

05-28-2006, 10:04 PM

Whew, finally settling down at the computer after a shower (of clean water, not dog slobber ;) ) What a wonderful pic nic- so many great people and dogs! Especially considering how HOT it was, all the doggies did very well together, sharing the cool spots & water buckets! Amy, you got WAY MORE than just a little sun, girl! :cool: Great picture of Keegan & the water, Kay, and Sherman looked so handsome in the green bandana you made.
JoJoe's downloading the pictures now, I'll put a link soon. Glad everyone's making it home ok!

anna_66

05-28-2006, 10:17 PM

We're home too (actually got home around 9).

Man did we have a great day! So many good friends and so many awesome dogs:D The weather was a little on the warm side so a couple of the guys went and bought a kiddie/doggie pool and the dogs had a great time cooling down...just wish they would have bought one for us humans;)

I've been busy getting everything in order here and looking at all the pictures everyone's posted so I haven't gotten mine uploaded yet, but I'll work on it and get them done asap!

Thanks again to EVERYONE who came.......
We had a Blast:D

cyber-sibes

05-28-2006, 11:02 PM

JoJoe took alot of great distance shots - just imagine yourself as part of the crowd if you couldn't make it in person! (By the way, I ate your dessert for you ;) )
All the pictures are here:
PT Memorial Day '06 (http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v432/cyber-sibes/PT%20Memorial%20day%2006/)

anna_66

05-28-2006, 11:25 PM

Wow JoJoe those are really some great shots you got there, actually everyone got some fabulous pictures! So many great memories to cherish this weekend:D

Well I've finally got my pictures upload. There are so many that are my favs (although not great pictures, I was too excited playing with the pups to take good pictures;)) so I thought I'd just pick out the pictures I got of everyone and their families.

First Liz, Smokey and Maggie
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid207/pa9dc773a8e8d779efce981bcdf709991/eec986a3.jpg
Lindsey, her boyfriend & Ruby
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid207/pbf05bac79d060d12580b9c6d32b2fcd0/eec97e50.jpg
Not a great one, but Jennifer and the 5 huskies she brought
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid207/p598d16ccc1e32206468f5f02e5ab6553/eec97c49.jpg
Gina & Crayola (Gina, Mark and I just loved that boy of yours!)
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid207/pf31b00429ed16645331434ba7043c75f/eec973e2.jpg
Pat, Star & Sherman
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid207/pe25ccf041859ee91435bf12688a6224b/eec9715b.jpg
Robin & Tori
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid207/p756af55f4ed3387600ba2e1e16e89303/eec97051.jpg

more to come...

Karen

05-28-2006, 11:30 PM

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid206/p565cb8dd9b6eb93f29a179fc70938a70/eeca13b6.jpg

Marta, honey, Paul especially admired this picture of you - when he was a little boy, he really wanted a Corgi, and thinks you're just lovely!

We are sorry we weren't there in person, but seeing the pictures is second-best!

anna_66

05-28-2006, 11:34 PM

Sue, Joe, Kaige & Indy
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid207/p2e3f1abe1aed87040be88f50cbe4fcae/eec97021.jpg
Staci & Keegan
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid207/p76480b13d9fcc4e4cb5be8318b5bbefc/eec9701f.jpg
Kay & Kiara
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid207/paa831be7423aa7548c7a361d50e2b4ac/eec96f7e.jpg
Andy, Kim & Kia
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid207/p77cca59c65079d8df98f850173d00adb/eec96eba.jpg
Ralph, Amy, Sadie, Cincy & Spot
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid207/pec365befdcc02eb25358f2ec412c4339/eec96e69.jpg
Mark, me, Bon, Roxey & Huney
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid207/p2fcd63ad20330947938c4cc23341a3f4/eec96e47.jpg

Sorry to Phred, Heidi (and your friend...sorry I can't remember her name), Diana, Christy & Carrie, Deb & Jill. I really wanted to get a family photo of everyone but I was just so darn busy taking care of the party stuff and getting my family situated I forgot all about taking pictures :rolleyes:

The bday cake turned out great and tasted pretty darn good.
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid207/p4203d7d9273f99f862cbf88d1203107b/eec96565.jpg
I hope everyones dogs enjoyed their goodie bags and a big congrats to Kay, Phred and Diana for winning the door prizes!
Roxey says it was a great party, but man is she ever pooped! Hehe, Bon's pretty pooped too:D
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid207/p45455047e6e29e4178010b8f42dc007e/eec9693a.jpg

And my pictures are all Here (http://www.imagestation.com/album/pictures.html?id=2105896166)

Wish you all could have been there, but hopefully these pictures bring you just as many smiles!

Good night, sleep tight everyone!

Corinna

05-28-2006, 11:39 PM

Wow what a great day you all had. I'm glad to see Lindsey and Ruby. Been wondering about you two. (Brock and Vegan too)

toni

05-28-2006, 11:54 PM

Tinkerbell and I enjoyed meeting all of you at the Memorial Bash in Findlay,ohio.
Thank you for the birthday bags.
The National Dachshund race is coming up 9-24-06 at the Hancock fair grounds.this year we would like to add some new things for all breeds.
the first is meet the breed on the one side of the fair grounds you will have a lot of room to show and teach others about your breeds.
I'm looking for captains for each breed group.these captains will be in charge of planing events is and inviting those to come.I will have equipment out for you to play on.
a rescue a thon all rescues are invited to come and set up.hopefully we will be able to find these babies a new home.I will be willing to do home checks on the dogs.
for most of you the national dachshund race raises funds for places.
each year I try to find those in need to send them funds.
vendors are welcome to come and set up at a small fee.last year over 5ooo people attended and over 150 dogs were in not just the races but the events to.a film crew fromcalif. called weiner takes all came and put the day in a documentary that they are doing and also made dvd to sell with 8.00 of each one sold going to coast to coast dachshund rescue.
if you would like to come please let me know and most forms can be found at www.weinerrace.com
thanks Toni

Cincy'sMom

05-29-2006, 07:11 AM

Now that I am a little more awake...Here's a few pictures fromthe album, for those that don't want to go through all 100+

Dakota
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid206/pdc2d16c53483fc5d226bc4fe3d234b76/eeca126e.jpg

I'm not sure if it was the shade of the Danes, but Cincy liked laying with them! When I got the camera out, Kane was licking her face, but I snapped, he was sniffing her butt :rolleyes:
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid206/p57feb2d8d03667adb56271467d975a77/eeca114d.jpg

There is just something about Danes and huskies playing together! That is Griffin leading the pack.
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid206/pf19e1d06343c355b3dc3b94d6ef3f694/eeca1112.jpg

I think Andy and Ralph were the heroes for getting the pool! Talk about a watering hole!
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid206/p0a3bab912b54f7b2f902a6d458e180d7/eeca04b3.jpg

more...

Cincy'sMom

05-29-2006, 07:22 AM

Kaige and Indy playing.
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid206/p32b7a056b6309d536e4ab9c8c6029422/eeca01a2.jpg

Jasmine is sucha good little girl. She wanted to pick up all the dog toy and put them away before she went home!
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid206/p6f605093e0122e1d8618e4df8e03efc7/eec9fbc2.jpg

Spot is always laughing at something. Wish he'd share the joke with me!!
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid206/pbd5cb3deef13486f1ee23e657610e1e9/eec9ef1d.jpg

Wouldn't Indy fit in great at my house?!? What a sweet girl! Crayola smiles big for the picture too!
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid206/padfe01fad7da6f4edbe86f2d428f8732/eec9e6ca.jpg

RubyMutt

05-29-2006, 08:29 AM

We made it home close to midnight last night... too exhausted to turn on the computer and check in ;)

It was so nice meeting you all, Ruby and Justin both had a great time as well. Ruby was/is POOPED, she slept through the 4 hour drive home... and she and Justin still haven't woken up since falling asleep the near instant we walked into the house last night.

I've enjoyed looking at all the photos posted, I'm going to look through the albums as soon as I finish writing this :D I'm working on uploading mine, I'll post a link ASAP.

Again, we had a great time yesterday! I'm glad to hear you guys made it home safe. We look forward to seeing you all again! :D

Pam

05-29-2006, 08:54 AM

Great pictures everyone! Anna, you did a great job capturing the event. Don't be so hard on yourself! I love the last one of Bon. It sort of says it all! LOL! Looks like a great day even with the heat!

Alysser

05-29-2006, 10:47 AM

I was waiting for these pictures! The dogs look like that had a blast. I love all the pictures. :)

RubyMutt

05-29-2006, 11:14 AM

Alrighty, HERE'S (http://www.kodakgallery.com/Slideshow.jsp?&mode=fromsite&collid=36506450705.206474766305.1148919211380&conn_speed=1) my photos from yesterday. Enjoy! :)

shawsdanes

05-29-2006, 11:51 AM

.sarah

05-29-2006, 11:55 AM

These pictures are wonderful, I almost feel like I was there! Thanks for sharing everyone :D

lute

05-29-2006, 12:26 PM

GREAT PICS EVERYONE!!!! :D I CAN'T WAIT TILL NEXT YEAR! :D me and all my pups are commin!

cyber-sibes

05-29-2006, 12:28 PM

GREAT PICS EVERYONE!!!! :D I CAN'T WAIT TILL NEXT YEAR! :D me and all my pups are commin!Great! Now you have to absolutely absolutely promise to bring the beautiful Miss Gracie! As you can see, there are LOTS of huskies attending, and they have a blast!

lizbud

05-29-2006, 12:29 PM

The pictures are all so wonderful. Thank so much for sharing everyone. I was so upset once I got there and relized that I forgot my camera. You all came through and have wonderful pictures. Thanks so much! I was so happy to meet everyone. Kane, Trinity, and Griffin just had a blast. They make lots of friends and didn't even wanna leave. I think they have been sleeping for 24 hrs straight...lol....Glad to hear that everyone made it home safely and also had a wonderful time.

I don't feel so bad now for forgetting my camera since you did it too. :)

I really feel like it's a tribute to all the dog folks that all the dogs got
along so well.I was a little worried that Smokey wouldn't drink any water
at the park. It was so hot & I know he was having a good time, but think
maybe he was just over excited. He really attacked the water dish when
we walked in the door here.They both ate, drank lots of water, then slept
straight through the evening. They are still snoozing in the AC at home. :)

I sure wish I lived closer to the park, I'd probably go everyday.

anna_66

05-29-2006, 12:30 PM

Aw Lindsey, I can't see your pictures:( It says: The Page your looking for is not available.

Cincy'sMom

05-29-2006, 12:31 PM

Aw Lindsey, I can't see your pictures:( It says: The Page your looking for is not available.

I got the same message.

RubyMutt

05-29-2006, 12:49 PM

Dang it, I was afraid of that. Sorry guys :( I used Kodak so I could share the album with some family members who don't have Imagestation accounts. *sigh* I'll upload them to Imagestation, I like that site better anyway ;)

cyber-sibes

05-29-2006, 01:02 PM

I sure wish I lived closer to the park, I'd probably go everyday.Aw, it would be nice to see you & your pups more often too. Smokey & Maggie sure seemed to enjoy themselves. :)

luvofallhorses

05-29-2006, 01:30 PM

Great pictures everyone! :) It looks like everyone had a great time. :D

RubyMutt

05-29-2006, 02:05 PM

OK, HERE'S (http://www.imagestation.com/album/pictures.html?id=2105873878) a new link, this one should work :o

Cincy'sMom

05-29-2006, 02:12 PM

I can see them now!! Great pictures!! Glad you guys were able to make it up!

luvofallhorses

05-29-2006, 02:48 PM

great pictures, RubyMutt! :) Your Ruby is GORGEOUS!! :D

anna_66

05-29-2006, 03:45 PM

Aww thanks Lindsey for uploading them again so we could see them, they tuned out great:D

Glad you all could come and we look forward to seeing each and every one of you again!!!

Flatcoatluver

05-29-2006, 03:48 PM

Is this something you guys to yearly?? If so I will have to fly one year and come, I am so jelous I wish I was there!! That bench is so cool!! Those pics are beautiful and it looks like so much fun!!

lizbud

05-29-2006, 04:38 PM

Aw, it would be nice to see you & your pups more often too. Smokey & Maggie sure seemed to enjoy themselves. :)

Thanks, I'm sure my pups loved it too.I think Maggie didn't really want
to leave.I tried to give them both some water before the trip home. Smokey
refused, but Maggie drank, then I unleashed her & put her in the car. She
actually walked across the front seats and jumped out the drivers side
window. :D She's never done that before. :D

Killearn Kitties

05-29-2006, 05:09 PM

I've thoroughly enjoyed seeing your pictures, everybody. It looks a fantastic day! :D

Daisy and Delilah

05-29-2006, 05:28 PM

Great pictures everybody!! It looks like a fabulous event. How cool to see all those Pet Talk pups in pictures together(and their owners ;) ). This thing is starting to look like today's Woodstock ;)

Cincy'sMom

05-29-2006, 06:04 PM

This thing is starting to look like today's Woodstock ;)

Staci and I were talking yesterday about how big it has gotten, since her, Anna and I got together the first time, In September of 2002 (my mom was there too, but that was before she joined PT).

Here's a pic from our first meeting
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid33/pec047e79fbdaf58f7cd09f2bc8667926/fd3b076b.jpg

The second meeting, was a cold November meeting, when Leslie (AdoreMy Dogs) and Kimmy and Andy (Ramanth and Fett) joined us as well.

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid39/pc56ffa6ca6bb8bbc3f8fa7f4c1e6d8dd/fd078652.jpg

Memorial Day 2003, it became a yearly event, and although we still try to have 203 others during the year. memorial Day is usually the biggest. Who would have ever thought?!? (LInks to all the previous Memorial Day gathering on on the first page of this thread)

Cinder & Smoke

05-29-2006, 07:54 PM

We're home - finally! :rolleyes:

We did the Rent-a-Bed last nyte - figgered dad would be WAY too pooped to
make it back home.

Then tuday we took da "Senic Route" home - did sum Train-Watchin in Fostoria
then followed 224 home - not the Fastest way possible!

GREAT TYME had by One & ALL!!
Dad pre-shrunk the photos - waitin fur ImageStation to finish / start loading them!

There wuz a TON of New Faces an Dawgz - hope we at least "Said Hello!" to
ebberbuddie!!

Lost & Found - ("FOUND" Item)

One FOLDING CAIR in Green (says color-blind Dad) fabric Stuff Bag -
Good Condition - tags still on it - no Owner Name found yet.

Chair Found laying on the Pavilion Picnic Table used for Roxey/Kaige/Crayola Birfday Cake -
(which was both Pretty AND *Tastey*!) -
laying on the bench closest to the Pavilion's wall.
WHO's *missing* their chair??

Dad admitz to a Brane Phart wiff Snoopy's Get Well Kard ...
the Postmisstriss was RITE Dere an kuddal run it home fur Snoop last nyte!
Se what'd we do??
Yup - brung it home wiff us! :p

We'll tube it an send it on it's way, Snoopy.

RobiLee

05-29-2006, 10:42 PM

Sorry it took me so long to get my pics uploaded. My nieces are still here and they keep me busy :rolleyes: . We finally sat down this evening and put them on imagestation.

We had lots of fun and I was so happy to see the regulars and thrilled to meet the newcomers. We want to thank Anna and Kay for the wonderful gift bags. My dogs loved them. Anna, Katie has been carrying around one of those tiny stuffies like it is a baby or something. Sometimes she keeps the whole thing in her mouth and all you can see is the tag sticking out. I have to keep a close eye on her, gotta make sure she doesn't swallow it. We put it up and she gets it right back out and totes it around everywhere with her.

Damika, Tangie and I want to shout out a great big happy birthday again for Roxey, Kaige and Crayola!!

Too lazy to post individual pics, so here is the link to the ALBUM (http://www.imagestation.com/album/pictures.html?id=2105856868) :p

jazzcat

05-29-2006, 11:38 PM

I've enjoyed seeing all the pictures. Sure looks like a lot of fun!!!

shais_mom

05-30-2006, 12:59 AM

ok I finally had time to go thru all the pics thus far!
Everyone took great pics and am so glad it was a whopping success! :)
Sorry I missed those of you that left before I got there! :)

Rachel

05-30-2006, 02:08 AM

Thanks everyone for posting pictures. This one cracks me up.

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid207/pf7fb72df4db06435985fef29106c96c6/eec6f085.jpg

shawsdanes

05-30-2006, 05:59 AM

Pembroke_Corgi

05-30-2006, 07:47 AM

The picnic was a lot of fun! I was glad to meet everyone as they were all so nice and friendly. Anna and Kay even brought bags for everyone's dogs! :D Here's a few pictures I thought I'd share:
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c312/pembrokecorgi/IMG_3262.jpg
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c312/pembrokecorgi/IMG_3310.jpg
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c312/pembrokecorgi/IMG_3276.jpg
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c312/pembrokecorgi/IMG_3284.jpg

It was a hot day, and we were all tired out afterwards. Here's what the dogs looked like after we got back to our hotel room:
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c312/pembrokecorgi/IMG_3354.jpg
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c312/pembrokecorgi/IMG_3355.jpg
Completely worn out! I had a nap too. ;) Thanks to everyone for making it such a nice day, and especially to Phred for setting everything up. :) Maybe I will get to see everyone again next year!

anna_66

05-30-2006, 08:24 AM

Jill, Robin the pictures turned out great! Robin it looks like the girls did a pretty good job of taking pictures for you;)

And your welcome for the bags:D

I also have a couple of videos I took and thought you might all enjoy...

Watering Hole (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2T9ZJlX-kRE)

Now we wanted some nice pictures of Deb & Terry leaving so I thought I'd be the smart one and video it...well, I wasn't so smart. I did what many people do...I thought it was on and wasn't taping and when I thought it was off I thought I was taping :rolleyes: Here's my mess up, notice what I say in the end.......
Deb & Terry video flub (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PnZTQtAvLTk)
:rolleyes: It was definitely a "short" video!

And this one I really liked, it's Kaige and Spot playing...
Kaige & Spot Play (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zhnACDWaC04)

ramanth

05-30-2006, 09:17 AM

Great photos everyone!

Murphy's Law...my camera batteries died a short while after I arrived, so I didn't get many photos.

It was great seeing old friends again and meeting new ones!

Karen

05-30-2006, 09:27 AM

Great photos, and great videos! Oh, thanks again, everyone, for sharing!

petslover

05-30-2006, 09:40 AM

I just wanted to comment on how great everyone's pictures are. It really does look like a great time you all had.

Lobodeb

05-30-2006, 10:12 AM

Those pictures were great!!! I was smiling and crying at the same time. I'm so glad everyone had a great time, but sad because we weren't there. I was thinking about you all day Sunday thing and wishing a way to get there. Maybe next year.

Cinder & Smoke

05-30-2006, 11:43 AM

Did anyone mention what a **GREAT TYME** was had by all? http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/biggrin.gif

THANKS to all who came - some QUITE a distance. The day just doesn't seem long enough
to get to know averyone - anothe reason to Come AGAIN Next Year!!

Too long to wait - then come on Labor Day Sunday - we'll do it again!

Jasmine is just One of the Gang hanging out in the shade with The Guys >

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid207/p343924e4e2824e7bd3eb91ec7d6ad477/eec52879.jpg

The Danes & Weim set up camp along the fence >

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid207/pecd89df7ab9d33616666bb5496351955/eec52443.jpg

Deb & Terry wheel in with the Rollin Howze
(But no Kat Kids aboard this time) >

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid207/p5174dd0a3351d299c1bd877d728d8c55/eec521f9.jpg

Kaige, Sue, Joe, Toni, Damika, Anna, Gina, Mark, & Jasmine ...
nobody went hungry!!
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid207/p76fda98fee6379e108ace4b6ee657c1c/eec50774.jpg

JoJoe and Terry "assisting" Chief Cook Mr. Carl at the grill ...
Once again MANY THANKS to Carl for a Job WELL Done
at the grill!!!

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid207/pcdf991aeddf109ac994cadc94cd9fc8d/eec42e53.jpg

A few more coming up ...

Kfamr

05-30-2006, 11:52 AM

Great pictures, everyone!

Hehe, yes.. Bon SQUISHED me! I was sitting down in the grass with him and told him to "come" - I guess that meant to sit on me!! I didn't mind though. ;)

Anyone heard from Gina? I was thinking she'd make it home before I did but haven't seen her post.

Cinder & Smoke

05-30-2006, 12:27 PM

More *Snappies* >>>

Gina "helps" Crayola "sign" the cards >>>

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid207/p3371e07e21462232b835cd1ecc27adfc/eec42744.jpg

Deb, Chef Carl, and Diana relaxe after the Lunch Rush >>>

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid207/p7d338de953520a0a8dc0a85cd55004de/eec41bd1.jpg

Ruby wants to know ...
"Dad, Mom ~ What'z all these Inky Paw Printz onna floor from?"

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid207/p4a97175ef58a6a2a8c5d2a725f74c506/eec41eba.jpg

Ralph and Andy took pity on the Hot Dawgs and drove off to the Pool Store ...

Returning with a LARGE Kiddy Pool which they spent a LOT of time keeping "filled" -
we'll try to remember to bring a HOSE next time!

I couldn't believe SmokeMutt jumped in & lay down - withOUT
need a Dock to jump off of!!

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid207/p0941551c48337ed629457ce5b142c897/eec3fb81.jpg

Ralph did hes best to get Cinder to Lay Down for a "swim" ...
Thanks Ralph - but I'd rather STAND! ~
I think someone *Pee'd* inna pool!"

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid207/pf9ee031c5066b1b631370c7b7c85ff60/eec3f54b.jpg

Jennifer & Kimmy - "seconds before" Kia *dried off* with a mighty **SHAKE**!

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid207/p9bcfa47953984d5c12215c7ef0f520ca/eec3e7c7.jpg

A few more ...

shihtzulover850

05-30-2006, 12:41 PM

Looks like you had fun!! :D

cyber-sibes

05-30-2006, 01:15 PM

Everyone's pictures are wonderful! I felt really bad, my batteries died right after I took the one of Robin & her nieces, so I missed alot of doggies- but I knew that between us all every wigglebut & waggytail would get a mug shot!

Speaking of Robin, my pups send a big slurppy thank you for those delicious hand-made doggie treats with icing that were in the goodie bags.

And thank you Anna & Kay for all the treats! Hope to see everyone again soon!

momoffuzzyfaces

05-30-2006, 01:21 PM

:D What a great idea: a kiddie pool for the dogs!!! Looks like all the hoomans had a blast. Did Bowser give the pool a try? (now why do I think NOT! ;) )

Roxyluvsme13

05-30-2006, 01:55 PM

So jealous, and wishing I could have been there! Looks like everyone had a great time, and someday maybe I can come to one of these! :D

RobiLee

05-30-2006, 04:43 PM

Speaking of Robin, my pups send a big slurppy thank you for those delicious hand-made doggie treats with icing that were in the goodie bags

I would love to take credit for making those yummy dog treats, but it wasn't me who baked them. I had given the recipe to Anna awhile back and when she told me she was making some to put in the goody bags I teasingly gave her a hard time about passing the treats off as her own and not letting people know that the recipe came from me. Uhhh..and to pay me back she put the picture of me on the back of the recipe attached to each bag along with "recipe courtesy of robilee". I think I will be more careful about giving that girl a hard time...LOL. :rolleyes:

lizbud

05-30-2006, 04:48 PM

I would love to take credit for making those yummy dog treats, but it wasn't me who baked them. I had given the recipe to Anna awhile back and when she told me she was making some to put in the goody bags I teasingly gave her a hard time about passing the treats off as her own and not letting people know that the recipe came from me. Uhhh..and to pay me back she put the picture of me on the back of the recipe attached to each bag along with "recipe courtesy of robilee". I think I will be more careful about giving that girl a hard time...LOL. :rolleyes:

Well you fooled me too. :D I was just about to make a thread thanking
you for those peanut butter treats.I was tempted to eat one myself, but
felt bad because the pups were watching me. :o I really appreciate the
goodie bags from Anna & Kay.Smokey & Maggie send big slurpy kisses too. :)

captain

05-30-2006, 07:52 PM

"Anna's Video Quote of the year"

"I made a little video"

Yup - you sure did!!!!! :D

Thanks so much for sharing - I loved them all ... :D

Cincy'sMom

05-30-2006, 08:35 PM

The puppies enjoyed the first of their treats tonight, and loved them!! Thanks for all the goodies Anna and Kay!

slick

05-30-2006, 08:41 PM

Well, I've just spent an hour and a half going through this thread and looking at everyone's pictures and all the albums. Totally awesome shots you guys. I felt like I was right there. I have lots and lots of favourites but this one really talks to me and shows me just what Findlay is all about. So nice to see you Phred. :) http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid207/pe5c2afd550f5d5e1fc94021593985d6f/eec540b9.jpg
The only dogs I recognize are Anna's, Phred's, Gina's Crayola and of course Ruby. I don't know the names of the other people or pets. Still, so very nice to "meet" you. :)

I really want to attend one of these meetings. Would you welcome a Canadian in the mix even though I don't have a dog?? :( Where is the nearest airport and hotel and when is the next meeting? ;)

Cincy'sMom

05-30-2006, 08:47 PM

The only dogs I recognize are Anna's, Phred's, Gina's Crayola and of course Ruby. I don't know the names of the other people or pets. Still, so very nice to "meet" you.
I really want to attend one of these meetings. Would you welcome a Canadian in the mix even though I don't have a dog?? :( Where is the nearest airport and hotel and when is the next meeting? ;)

Has it been so long that Staci or I were in CA that you don't remember us?!?

Of course we would let you come! Closest airport to Findlay is probably Toledo (~45-1 hour from Dog Park, ~25 minutes from me), although Columbus, Dayton, Cincinnati, Cleveland ( all in Ohio) and Detroit (Michigan) are all within 3 hours.

Don't know when the next meeting will be...maybe sometime in July, although that is sometimes smaller if there isn't a Holiday. Labor Day (1st weekend of September) is usually a big one too.

Kfamr

05-30-2006, 08:50 PM

Surprised you don't recognize Kiara! :( :p

We welcome anyone and everyone at the Findlay meeting - even CATS! Yes, we have had a kitty visitor, too.

Debby & Terry attended this meeting - a completely kitty home and dog-free. Sirrahbed & Sirrahned attended one of the previous meetings. So, the Findlay meetings aren't *dog only* people. A lot of the happenings are doggie-related, though. :)

Cinder & Smoke

05-30-2006, 09:10 PM

She MADE It!!

Night Shifter Miz Staci arrives ~ towed in by Keegan!

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid207/pd8416c996c58ee7f03c218b8bb9553a4/eec41672.jpg

Heading back to the Pavilion:
(R to L) Crayola & Gina, Tori & Robin with Tangie

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid207/pa61f65590b15c49a8342c09da1efc2b4/eec3e1af.jpg

(R to L) Kaige & Sue; Indy & Joe, Huney, Anna Mark & Roxey >>>

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid207/p3a08750b1caccc654dc77ba054106367/eec3e07d.jpg

Later at the Super 8 Rent-a-Bed ...
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid207/p63421b1b94e6fbcd72ae247379e58da2/eec3dad5.jpg

"Last one in get's what's left, Dad!
Guess you're sleepin on the bottom of the bed tanite!"

-----------------------------------------------------------------

Here's the *link* to the whole ImageStation album >>>

http://www.imagestation.com/album/pictures.html?id=2105856609 (http://www.imagestation.com/album/pictures.html?id=2105856609)

If you *missed* the Party - Shame on Ya! -
Just come to the Next One! http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/wink.gif

Karen

05-30-2006, 09:21 PM

Great pictures, Phred! Thanks for sharing! Give your three skritches for me, sorry I didn't get there, but the pictures are the next best thing, minus the sunburn! (Yes, I inevitable burn despite sunscreen, it just makes it a mild sunburn!)

Kfamr

05-30-2006, 10:43 PM

Still haven't seen anything from Gina? Anyone know if she and Crayola made it home safely??

RobiLee

05-30-2006, 10:49 PM

Still haven't seen anything from Gina? Anyone know if she and Crayola made it home safely??

I've been wondering the same thing.

wolf_Q

05-30-2006, 10:56 PM

I love the pics! It looks like everyone had such a great time! :)

anna_66

05-30-2006, 11:11 PM

I would love to take credit for making those yummy dog treats, but it wasn't me who baked them.
I think I will be more careful about giving that girl a hard time...LOL. :rolleyes:
Ha! I'm surprised you didn't take the credit:p;)
And now, you know better than give me such a hard time:D

the pictures are the next best thing, minus the sunburn! (Yes, I inevitable burn despite sunscreen, it just makes it a mild sunburn!)
Don't worry Karen, between Amy, Mark and I...I think we all made up for it:p

"Anna's Video Quote of the year"

"I made a little video"

Yup - you sure did!!!!! :D

Yeah Michelle, I figured you'd like that:p

I've also been wondering about Gina, I hope she made it home alright...Gina let us know how you are asap!

I know I've said it a million times already, but I REALLY had an awesome time despite the heat. I think it's that I was able to have my whole family there...even the Bossy Bon Bon:D

I should be getting to bed, but I just gotta see Phred's pics:D

shais_mom

05-30-2006, 11:41 PM

Staci and I were talking yesterday about how big it has gotten, since her, Anna and I got together the first time, In September of 2002 (my mom was there too, but that was before she joined PT).

Here's a pic from our first meeting
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid33/pec047e79fbdaf58f7cd09f2bc8667926/fd3b076b.jpg

The second meeting, was a cold November meeting, when Leslie (AdoreMy Dogs) and Kimmy and Andy (Ramanth and Fett) joined us as well.

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid39/pc56ffa6ca6bb8bbc3f8fa7f4c1e6d8dd/fd078652.jpg

Memorial Day 2003, it became a yearly event, and although we still try to have 203 others during the year. memorial Day is usually the biggest. Who would have ever thought?!? (LInks to all the previous Memorial Day gathering on on the first page of this thread)

what can we say - we've come a lonnnnnggg way baby! :)
number wise and friendship - wise. I have met some of my bestest friends and traveled many miles b/c of this site! :)
I also want to say
a big THANK YOU for the goodie bags!

shawsdanes

05-31-2006, 06:18 AM

Phred what awesome pics. I love you messages on the bottom of each pic. Kay & Anna thanks so much for the goodies the kids just loved them!!!!!!Can't wait to meet with everyone again. Sorry I had to rush out so early I had another cookout to go to as well. All the pups had a wonderful time.

RubyMutt

05-31-2006, 06:18 AM

I also want to say
a big THANK YOU for the goodie bags!

Ditto! :D

Karen

05-31-2006, 07:53 AM

Gina made it back to Rochester safely, she's dealing with stuff there right now, which is why she hasn't posted, but she and Crayola did make it back.

Thanks again for all the pictures, everyone!

ramanth

05-31-2006, 08:14 AM

Ditto! :D
Double Ditto! :D

I'm spacing out the treats so that they last. :D

lbaker

05-31-2006, 09:23 AM

Wonderful pictures everyone! It's a real good "high" so see so many happy, healthy people and 4-leggers all getting along so well and all having SO MUCH FUN :D

sandragonfly

05-31-2006, 05:37 PM

sorry guys.

I did came home safely, went straight bed then only had a couple of hours the next day looking around shelters for my two remaining missing cats before returning the car to friend's at 2PM last monday. and came back to my collapsed home.

here's more there (http://www.petoftheday.com/talk/showthread.php?p=1509888#post1509888). I can't be here for now and sorry, I will post pictures when I can.

before I don't, thank you everyone very much for treats/goodies and those who gave crayola his birthday gifts and for fun meeting we had. anna, the cake was cute and tasty. one and all, you all are a dear.

lv4dogs

05-31-2006, 07:49 PM

What a great time we hade!! It was so nice to meet everyone & of course their pups. :D
I'm down in Coldwater now, staying with my best friend using her computer. I'll be home in a few days with pics to share! :D

We already can not wait until next years bash!

Ginger's Mom

05-31-2006, 09:31 PM

I am so so sorry I didn't make it there. I have been slowly savoring these pictures. :D It looks like such a wonderful time. The kiddie pool was a great idea! The pictures were all great there are so many of them I love; you are all so good at taking pictures. I hope to make one of these meets I really do. There are so many people and dogs I want to meet. I will be anxiously waiting for more pictures and more stories.

What size crate would I need to steal Huney? ;)

anna_66

05-31-2006, 10:25 PM

Gina sweetheart, I just read about what happened. Please know I'm praying for you.

Sue, we hope to see you, Joe, Kaige and Indy again soon!

Liz, it was really great seeing you, Smokey and Maggie...sorry we weren't around when you left.

Glad to hear everyone's pups are savoring their goodie bag treats:D

Amy, Staci...that picture seems like ages ago! So glad we could start this whole meeting thing:D

I am so so sorry I didn't make it there.

What size crate would I need to steal Huney? ;)
We're also very sorry you couldn't make it. I was looking forward to meeting you and Ginger, hopfully soon:)

Steal Huney? LOL...I think you have a long line in front of you, she seems to be the favorite of my bunch:D

Karen

05-31-2006, 10:33 PM

Steal Huney? LOL...I think you have a long line in front of you, she seems to be the favorite of my bunch:D

But what Ginger's Mom doesn't know is Huney is definitely Anna's dog - or should I say, Anna is definitely Huney's human. If Anna isn't within the dog park fence, you can find her easily by looking for Huney and seeing which way her nose is pointing! When Anna's IN the dog park area, it's different and she acts like she doesn't care, but as soon as she exits the fence, Huney becomes an Anna compass!

toni

05-31-2006, 10:52 PM

I would like to put the pictures of my dogs at the end of my e-mail like the rest of you did.how can I do this?Toni

shais_mom

05-31-2006, 10:55 PM

But what Ginger's Mom doesn't know is Huney is definitely Anna's dog - or should I say, Anna is definitely Huney's human. If Anna isn't within the dog park fence, you can find her easily by looking for Huney and seeing which way her nose is pointing! When Anna's IN the dog park area, it's different and she acts like she doesn't care, but as soon as she exits the fence, Huney becomes an Anna compass!

I can't find any pics of it but I know someone has taken them before but you can always tell when Anna or I are on the other side of the fence and our dogs are on the INSIDE of the fence - they usually line up together! ;) :p
Cept this time it was too HOT and Keegan gave up after awhile!

Karen

05-31-2006, 11:00 PM

I would like to put the pictures of my dogs at the end of my e-mail like the rest of you did.how can I do this?Toni

That's a "signature image" and it is covered in Phred's excellent tutorial here. (http://petoftheday.com/talk/showthread.php?t=7406)

Kfamr

05-31-2006, 11:01 PM

Get out of my way Joyce, I claimed Huney a long time ago!! :p

anna_66

05-31-2006, 11:03 PM

But what Ginger's Mom doesn't know is Huney is definitely Anna's dog - or should I say, Anna is definitely Huney's human. If Anna isn't within the dog park fence, you can find her easily by looking for Huney and seeing which way her nose is pointing! When Anna's IN the dog park area, it's different and she acts like she doesn't care, but as soon as she exits the fence, Huney becomes an Anna compass!
He he...Karen you definitely remember my Huney girl:D This time Robin's nieces had to bring her into the park (she was with Mark, Roxey & Bon at the pavilion) because she couldn't find her mommy :rolleyes:

Oh yes, I think Keegan, Kia and Huney are the three mommas girls at the park!

shais_mom

05-31-2006, 11:18 PM

Remember me mentioning this picture?
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid185/pce835f9e9ab93327874e111e17721eff/f279c133.jpg

:)
:D

Yupper Kia too - she made a break for thru the dog proof fence (ha ha) and made it straight to her mom - Tori was attempting to follow in the husky part of Kia's footsteps but I said I am not sure she would do what Kia did! :p

shais_mom

05-31-2006, 11:38 PM

I have been sitting her going thru several of the Memorial Day- Labor day- Pawsfest- and Bark in the Park threads.
Brings back the wonderful memories of friends and pups!
Thanks everyone for the memories!

RobiLee

06-01-2006, 12:04 AM

Tori was attempting to follow in the husky part of Kia's footsteps but I said I am not sure she would do what Kia did

OMG...thank God she didn't get out! Thanks for stopping her Staci. We probably never would have seen her again :eek: .

And..about Huney..you guys are also going to have to fight my 9 year old niece for her. Damika adores Huney and even had to use a special leash that she had bought at Pawzfest to walk her around..lol. What is really funny about this Huney talk is that just today Damika said...."Huney is one of my very favorites, but ya know, she is such a momma's dog." So funny that I come on here and you guys are talking about that..lol.

Staci, that picture is so cute. Is that Jasmine? When was that taken? Now you have me going through some of the older findlay pictures..lol.

shais_mom

06-01-2006, 12:14 AM

OMG...thank God she didn't get out! Thanks for stopping her Staci. We probably never would have seen her again :eek: .

And..about Huney..you guys are also going to have to fight my 9 year old niece for her. Damika adores Huney and even had to use a special leash that she had bought at Pawzfest to walk her around..lol. What is really funny about this Huney talk is that just today Damika said...."Huney is one of my very favorites, but ya know, she is such a momma's dog." So funny that I come on here and you guys are talking about that..lol.

Staci, that picture is so cute. Is that Jasmine? When was that taken? Now you have me going through some of the older findlay pictures..lol.

well I think it was a group effort to stop Tori - I think I "yelled" at her to stop and she did lol - I know the feeling - I could tell you stories of my greyhound Shaianne! oiiii
and that picture is of Jasmine and Keegan last year at Labor when you were too lazy to come! :p (YOUR WORDS NOT MINE! - I would have never remembered you posting that if I hadn't just READ it lol)

Ginger's Mom

06-01-2006, 10:35 AM

But what Ginger's Mom doesn't know is Huney is definitely Anna's dog - or should I say, Anna is definitely Huney's human. If Anna isn't within the dog park fence, you can find her easily by looking for Huney and seeing which way her nose is pointing! When Anna's IN the dog park area, it's different and she acts like she doesn't care, but as soon as she exits the fence, Huney becomes an Anna compass!
Oh my goodness, that is just sooo cute. It makes me want her more, but of course I wouldn't take her away from her Mom.

And..about Huney..you guys are also going to have to fight my 9 year old niece for her. Damika adores Huney and even had to use a special leash that she had bought at Pawzfest to walk her around..lol.
Ah, Damika already has that pretty and sweet Katie-girl to walk around...hmm maybe we can work something out.

ramanth

06-01-2006, 11:51 AM

All I remember is someone yelling, 'Dog Loose!' and 'Kia's out!', and sure enough, a few seconds later I was tackled.

:eek: :D

Clingy pooch.

Cincy'sMom

06-01-2006, 05:33 PM

All I remember is someone yelling, 'Dog Loose!' and 'Kia's out!', and sure enough, a few seconds later I was tackled.

:eek: :D

Clingy pooch.

I think she saw her opperunity when Jennifer was trying to get out with her crew! She blended in with the mix!

And I think if anyone laid a "first" claim on Huney, it was Spot!!! I don't think he tried to hump her at all this time, but I did catch him following her every step around the park a few times. Ah, puppy love!! ;)

finn's mom

06-02-2006, 10:15 AM

wow, i just spent about twenty minutes looking through all of the awesome photos. i'm so jealous, but, wow! what a great experience for all of you, i hope to attend one day! :) Thanks to everyone for sharing the pictures!

lv4dogs

06-02-2006, 11:21 AM

I left one of my lawn chairs there, a green one in a bag. Hopefully some one can put it to good use. I think I might of left my "dog towel" there too, for drying off the paws for the paw prints on the get well cards. Good thing my head is attatched isn't it? :p lol
Didn't notice that until I got back & was unpacking my van. lol

I had to come home from vacation a few days earlier than I wanted as my nephew is getting the pump inserted today. It's a pager sized machine that is hooked to his side 24/7 and tests his insulin every minute. Still very far from a cure but it does eliminate a TON of finger pricks! I'm so happy for them. That is much more important than a vacation!

Hopefully I can at least get my pics loaded today into an album somewhere for yous to look at.
Boy oh boy do I have a lof of pics, I have well over 300 from my vacation, at least 125 of them from the dog park. I also have a lot of threads to catch up on here at PT. :p

Ginger's Mom

06-02-2006, 11:32 AM

Hi Sue, glad to hear that you made it home safely. Sorry to hear that you had to cut your vacation short, but I do hope that the pump works well for your nephew. Can't wait to see all of your pictures. I love seeing all of those gorgeous dogs and people. Glad to see so many new people made it (Kaige, Marta etc.).
Phred mentions in post #440 that he found your chair. :) I think you are just going to have to go to the next Findlay meet to get it (just kidding :) ).

shais_mom

06-02-2006, 11:43 AM

Lost & Found - ("FOUND" Item)

One FOLDING CAIR in Green (says color-blind Dad) fabric Stuff Bag -
Good Condition - tags still on it - no Owner Name found yet.

Chair Found laying on the Pavilion Picnic Table used for Roxey/Kaige/Crayola Birfday Cake -
(which was both Pretty AND *Tastey*!) -
laying on the bench closest to the Pavilion's wall.
WHO's *missing* their chair??

here ya go Sue~!
That just means you'll have to come back to Findlay to get it! ;)

lv4dogs

06-02-2006, 12:03 PM

There's no kidding about it, I will be at another Findlay meeting. Not sure if I can make the next one or the one after that but I will at least be there again for next years big bash!!

If anyone can use it go right ahead. No sense in it collecting dust for a year. lol It was only $12 at walmart anyways.

anna_66

06-02-2006, 02:17 PM

Hey ya made it home safely!

Sorry you had to cut your vacation short, but it sounds like it was definitely for a good reason:) Sounds a lot better than tons of pricks!

I'm looking forward to seeing all 300+ pictures when you get them uploaded.

It was nice meeting you all and I'm looking forward to it again:D

lv4dogs

06-02-2006, 03:56 PM

Well the 340something pics are from the entire vacation, but I think I have at least 150 or so of the PT meeting & the night before with pat, sherman, starr & jojoe.
And yes, helping any kid in any way is always better than anything! :D
Forgot to mention that they have been on the waiting list for a pump for over a year. Kids are not supposed to have it till they have diabetes for at least 4 years OR until they are 4 years of age but since he has so much trouble with it they allowed him earlier.

Here's my album, don't have time to post any pics till next week (still have dial up at home, verizons been promising DSL for a couple months now :rolleyes: )
http://nanryk.zoto.com/galleries/ohio2006
(except the first pic of Indy, that one was transfered to the Ohio album by mistake, and as a reminder that album is from my vacation, including PT but not limited to PT)