Weather Report

I wonder  what is going on with the weather.  I sure wish the snow would go away.  This year I haven't even seen any snowdrops or crocuses poking out of the snow at all.  I have not written a lot of posts lately.  Unfortunately I have had more than my share of sick days in the last four months.

I have had a wonderful time this past month moving myself into a new room in the house.  The room is larger and a lot more interesting now with some of my Mom's and sister's furniture in it.  I am enjoying hiding my things away and putting my pictures and photographs up on the walls and shelves the way I want them.  Thank God that they survived the locusts on Long Island, New York. 

I have retired but it seems as though I still need to start actually doing my bucket list for sure.  That list is between me and the man upstairs but I will say this:  If my dreams could all come true paradise/retirement would be — in a little bungalow — somewhere by the sea.


   The Wee Few Thoughts of Dylan the Dog

I can't understand why the grass isn't green and we can't go to the park for long walks.  Ruth says that it is too cold still.  It seems as though this winter will never end.  I am for flowers and Flutterbys showing up! 

 I have one thing to look forward to on Friday the 29th.  My groomer is coming by to give me a haircut and a new neck kerchief. She works with the Aussie mobile and comes to us.  It is less expensive than having to go to a groomer counting the cab and all.   She is so cool and really handles me with care.  I think she really loves the pets she grooms. 

 
 

Snow Day Thoughts

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.

 

CHRISTmas is coming!

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.

Oh Oh ! The big 65!

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. 

 

Lest We Forget

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.* 




  

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

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.   

<sup>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.</sup>

                             ^{I could wear this outfit Mom!}