~*Memorial Day Weekend Gathering SUNDAY ~*May 29th, 2011~*

[Freckles]

Check is in the mail. Incidentally, how much does the stone weigh?

[shais_mom]

Check is in the mail. Incidentally, how much does the stone weigh?

about 78 pounds Carl guessed that day.

[Freckles]

Well, that shouldn't walk off by itself.

[4 Dog Mother]

Obviously they have to weigh the stone to know how much to charge. I guess that probably isn't too obvious if you have never bought large stones before. Anyway, they charge by the pound, different rocks cost different amounts. The first rock I chose weighed 200 lbs. It wasn't as sparkly but no one could really walk away with THAT stone. I knew this weighed less than half when she told me what she chose. She had said this weighed 78 lbs. A man could pick it up and take it but it would be a heavy load and the gate is pretty far from where it is.

This one is prettier - it has some shiny bits of rock in it - but the other was one no one could move on their own. But I am sure it will be safe at the dog park. In fact since it is not close to the gate, I am sure a lot of people won't even know it is there. Many people stand close to the gate and never venture around the dog park at all. They let their dogs run or play for a while and then leave. Which makes the spot even nicer. Any one who wants to go spend quiet time with "Phred" can do so and be almost unseen by others near the gate. I am really grateful to the Park Director for suggesting that spot because it is away from the gate and is quiet and peaceful. And I can remember many a time we set at the picnic table with Phred to talk and be out of the sun.

[pomtzu]

Here in Delaware there are specific places you can and can't bury cremains. Even at sea, it is supposed to be 5 nautical miles from land. But they also turn their heads - don't ask/don't tell seems to work - and who is to know???

[MonicanHonda]

Staci, I will contact you and send you a check.

[Bibette & Lulu]

I've just viewed the pictures for the first time since getting home. I so appreciated all that was done to honor my brother's memory and his participation in the Pet Talk Family. Karen, your words are beautiful. Diana and Staci - your hard work and planning paid off!!! And Carl's cooking was the best.
You all were his adopted family, just as the members of the fire department were his second family for many years. I enjoyed meeting everyone and hearing your stories of Phred. He was and will be so special to me and I'm proud of his life and contributions to the lives of others - both 2 and 4-footed!!! Thank you all again for honoring him in such a wonderful and moving way. He would have pshawed the hoopla but enjoyed the commaraderie and all those good eats!!!! He definitely would have approved of the barbeque!!!
Love to all - Nancy