Welcome to pet talk. Just viewed your prof. and noticed you were new. lots of findlayan ohioans here. :p :D
Welcome to pet talk. Just viewed your prof. and noticed you were new. lots of findlayan ohioans here. :p :D
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
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?
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.
oh I will be praying for your mother {{prayers}}
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Originally Posted by Lobodeb
Oh, how scary! I am glad everyone is okay, most of all.
If you do manage to come, we'd be thrilled to meet you, your husband, Hugito and of course Maggy, but we understand either way.
Maybe your insurance covers a rental car?
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!
I'm very sorry to hear about the accident, thank goodness no one was hurt! I'm sorry to hear you won't be able to make it, though. :(Quote:
Originally Posted by Lobodeb
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.
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.
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!
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'
: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. :)Quote:
Originally Posted by shais_mom
It's Ok Pat! :)Quote:
Originally Posted by cyber-sibes
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
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/b1...child/sigh.gif
(((thank you everyone!)))
edit - will anyone bring name tags again this year?
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Originally Posted by gina's ark inc.
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.
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. :)
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
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!
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*
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.
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! :( :(
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!
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! :(
Owie!! I'm sorry to hear that Karen. Get better soon Paul!
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Originally Posted by Karen
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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
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!
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. :(
MAN! Lots of people getting ouchies!!
:(
Kay, will you give Kiara an extra bellyrub for me? I was so looking forward to meeting your new girl! :(
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}}
TRAVEL SAFELY EVERYONE!
And DO wear your seatbelts in Ohio - they ARE ticketing
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!
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
I'm sorry you can't come! I was looking forward to meeting you both, but I guess getting plenty of rest is important! I hope Paul is feeling better soon, ouch! :(Quote:
Originally Posted by Karen
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 ;)
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!!
Just sent you a PMQuote:
Originally Posted by RubyMutt
:)
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.
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