Well dear readers; I am back finally. I have been very sick with that flu/cold that has been going round. I am not 100% yet; but I am on the mend.
I am starting a new page in my temporal life. I will have a larger space in which to use my computer, television, and all. I figure I can use the some of the space and try my hand at some sketching and painting. I will be able to write whatever and whenever I wish. I don't have to worry about my time not being all my own for the most part. I have decided not to worry about being "Mrs." anyone anymore; as the people that I have meant online for the most part are not the people they profess to be; so the man in my life shall remain a 6 pound Pom named Dylan.
I have a lot of things to keep me interested. I enjoy being on my own and I enjoy being with someone special; but I don't need to be with just anyone; so as I am not alone.
The Wee Few Thoughts of Dylan the Dog
I was amazed by the amounts of that stuff you call snow that was on the ground this past week. I almost disappeared when Mom took me out to do my duty after that first big snow fall. It was so cold I was drenched top to bottom when I came in from my few minutes outside. She had to dry me with a towel, wrap me in a blanket and cuddle me, I was so chilly. Mom was really good to me and made sure I did not catch cold any of the times I had to go outside. Take care fellow canines and keep warm. Sandy be good to your Mama and take care of the girls upstairs.
To me it is important not to say such things as 'Happy Holidays' if we are Judea-christian. I have no problem in wishing others; who aren't of my faith, things like Happy Winter Solstice, Kwanzaa, or Hanukkah. But as a Christian; I feel that most things during this very commercialized season are not germane at all. The two things that are important to me are the celebration of the birth of the Christ Child and the sweet innocence of the season, seen through the eyes of children when Santa is mentioned. Saint Nicholas is another way of expressing the spirit of Christmas and it all goes back full circle to the gift of the Christ Child.
The Wee Few Thoughts of Dylan the Dog
I hope that you enjoy your special day in December and I wish you the very best of that day. I want a grooming before Christmas. I hope all my fellow canines get exactly what they want as well.
I have no problem with being 65 on December the 9th. I figure I have earned every minute of every day of both wisdom and foolishness! I wish to thank all of you that has wished me 'Many Happy Returns'.
The Wee Few Thoughts of Dylan the Dog
My human Mom is telling the truth when she says she hasn't any problem turning 65. That does not mean she is particularly enjoying it. Every time a new birthday comes she has to figure out just what goals she can still pursue. But its alright, with any luck she will follow in the footsteps of her Mom, have plenty of time to attain her goals and reach her 100th plus.
Every Remembrance Day that comes each November makes me realize something. Just how sad I feel for the loss of all soldiers of all the wars.
Below are quotes from Canadian soldiers who have been to war:
"We
go on and on about our differences. But, you know, our differences are
less important than our similarities. People have a lot in common with
one another, whether they see that or not."
William Hall
"All
of us who are convinced that our military needs all the support the
government and public will provide are pleased that he will have his
chance to do just that."
Alex Morrison
"However,
I think, first of all, that what's happening in Sierra Leone is going
to have the great influence on those governments who will be asked to
provide forces to the Congo. Second, of course, the Security Council has
no professional military advice organized in any way."
Alex Morrison
"The
Halifax area has long played a major role in Canada's military
operations, being the port of departure for convoys, naval task forces
and army units over the past 100 years or so."
Alex Morrison
"This is the wonderful thing about espionage, nothing exists any more."
William Stephenson
"We were trained to live by our wits, in any circumstance."
William Stephenson
*Find out more about these men at http://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/authors/w/william_hall.html
*'The Wee Few Thoughts of Dylan the Dog' will return next post.*
Halloween; also known as All Hallows' Eve, is a yearly celebration observed in a number of different countries on Oct 31st. This is the date of the Western Christian feast of All Hallows or All Saints eve. According to many experts, it was originally influenced by western European harvest festivals and the festivals of the dead with possible pagan roots , particularly the Celtic Samhain. Others say that is started independently of Celtic Samhain and has Christian roots.
Whichever it is Halloween is the chance for children to go from house to house to collect treats. Unfortunately there are those who have given rotten treats in the past and now most adults prefer to have their children to go to a party where they know they will be safe. I used to love having little kids particularly come by all dressed up as a gypsy or a bum or a fairy and give them a nice treat. It is a shame because of some persons perverted sense of what they think is humour today's children can not prove to be an entertainment of sorts to the older generation.
The Wee Few Thoughts of Dylan the Dog
Why don't our masters or mistresses take us out for Halloween. I ask you....if we could just get a few pieces of chicken or a bit of pepperoni, wouldn't that be lovely? Some us who are talented could do a curtsey or bow and get extras! Oh well! Nobody listens to a wee doggie so I guess I will be staying in on Halloween again this year.
I could wear this outfit Mom!
For me; it is amazing how ones learning curve always kicks in when the teacher is available! Sometimes, someone is your teacher even when they don't realize it. Such has been the case with my Bank of America lately. Suffice to say they charged me with some unfair and ridiculously high overdraft fees. I phoned their business number in the states and had overdraft fees of $35 out of $70 on 46 cents refunded in last month. Well I still felt that they did not have a right to be charging me the remainder on the first fee so I phoned again this past week. After about an hour on the phone they refunded the other $35 and I am at last satisfied with that aspect of things. The other thing that bothers me about all banks are the huge fees put on government checks that originate in the states. Once they are through with a check of say, $400 you are lucky to have $350 left. The only efficient way to get your money out is the ATM and they are unforgiving on your end as well as the bank's end. It is my opinion that the banks should go after those who are rich and leave the fixed incomes alone!
Another bone of contention is the problem I have getting a real live person on the line when I want to clear up a problem with that business. I also have an issue with people who have scripts that they use on every customer on their phone line. For instance, I don't think telling someone who is livid about a mistake on their companies part, to 'have a good day', when passing the person to a supposed superior. Also what is the matter with people in the 'business world'? Why on earth should I have to repeat everything as I go up the senority ladder? Why can't they give me the right person from the beginning??? Well those are all my complaints for today. :)
We have had a lovely time preparing our postage stamp garden in the front for the winter; but I think we have done what is required now. The fruits of our labour gave us many nice salads and sandwiches. We have also been able to store some lovely herbs to put a hint of summer in our cooking this winter. So my friends I will leave the last words to my doggie, Dylan.
The Wee Few Thoughts of Dylan the Dog - this is an updated portion of this posting.
I sure think it is important to try to get along with all my canine neighbors and although some of them are larger than me I do respect and appreciate them. One noble fellow in our little neighbourhood was fighting for his life. He was in Ruth's prayers constantly. He did not get well; so I know that the Lord took him over the Rainbow Bridge as it was his time. He passed away on Saturday the 20th of October. My human friend says the important thing is; that an animal never suffer needlessly. I might add that this particular dog's humans, the people that own this stout fellow; are very kind and cared a great deal for him. Tete you are in our thoughts today.
Yours with paws,
Dylan the dog.
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