I've enjoyed seeing all the pictures. Sure looks like a lot of fun!!!
I've enjoyed seeing all the pictures. Sure looks like a lot of fun!!!
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! :)
Thanks everyone for posting pictures. This one cracks me up.
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/...6/eec6f085.jpg
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Originally Posted by RobiLee
You have LOTS of wonderful pictures. Thanks so much for sharing.
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:
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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:
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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!
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
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
:rolleyes: It was definitely a "short" video!
And this one I really liked, it's Kaige and Spot playing...
Kaige & Spot Play
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!
Great photos, and great videos! Oh, thanks again, everyone, for sharing!
I just wanted to comment on how great everyone's pictures are. It really does look like a great time you all had.
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.
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 >
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The Danes & Weim set up camp along the fence >
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Deb & Terry wheel in with the Rollin Howze
(But no Kat Kids aboard this time) >
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Kaige, Sue, Joe, Toni, Damika, Anna, Gina, Mark, & Jasmine ...
nobody went hungry!!
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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!!!
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A few more coming up ...
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.
More *Snappies* >>>
Gina "helps" Crayola "sign" the cards >>>
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Deb, Chef Carl, and Diana relaxe after the Lunch Rush >>>
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Ruby wants to know ...
"Dad, Mom ~ What'z all these Inky Paw Printz onna floor from?"
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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!!
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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!"
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Jennifer & Kimmy - "seconds before" Kia *dried off* with a mighty **SHAKE**!
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A few more ...
Looks like you had fun!! :D
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!
: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! ;) )
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
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:Quote:
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
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Originally Posted by RobiLee
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. :)
"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
The puppies enjoyed the first of their treats tonight, and loved them!! Thanks for all the goodies Anna and Kay!
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/...f/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? ;)
Has it been so long that Staci or I were in CA that you don't remember us?!?Quote:
Originally Posted by slick
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.
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. :)
She MADE It!!
Night Shifter Miz Staci arrives ~ towed in by Keegan!
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Heading back to the Pavilion:
(R to L) Crayola & Gina, Tori & Robin with Tangie
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(R to L) Kaige & Sue; Indy & Joe, Huney, Anna Mark & Roxey >>>
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Later at the Super 8 Rent-a-Bed ...
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"Last one in get's what's left, Dad!
Guess you're sleepin on the bottom of the bed tanite!"
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Here's the *link* to the whole ImageStation album >>>
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
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!)
Still haven't seen anything from Gina? Anyone know if she and Crayola made it home safely??
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Originally Posted by Kfamr
I've been wondering the same thing.
I love the pics! It looks like everyone had such a great time! :)
Ha! I'm surprised you didn't take the credit:p;)Quote:
Originally Posted by RobiLee
And now, you know better than give me such a hard time:D
Don't worry Karen, between Amy, Mark and I...I think we all made up for it:pQuote:
Originally Posted by Karen
Yeah Michelle, I figured you'd like that:pQuote:
Originally Posted by captain
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
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Originally Posted by Cincy'sMom
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!
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.
Ditto! :DQuote:
Originally Posted by shais_mom
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!
Double Ditto! :DQuote:
Originally Posted by RubyMutt
I'm spacing out the treats so that they last. :D
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
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. 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.
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!
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? ;)
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
We're also very sorry you couldn't make it. I was looking forward to meeting you and Ginger, hopfully soon:)Quote:
Originally Posted by Ginger's Mom
Steal Huney? LOL...I think you have a long line in front of you, she seems to be the favorite of my bunch:D