Good Morning

TGIF

What can I say?

This is exactly how I feel today. It's been a very busy week ... the light at the end of the tunnel is not just a train coming (I hope) but rather it's just what it is a light. Ever feel like this on a Monday morning and have to drag yourself through the rest of the week? What can you do? First off, you can change your thoughts and your emotions will eventually fall in line. Don't believe me? Try it for yourself. Don't forget to add a few thoughts of gratitude. What are you thankful for today? Can't think of anything off hand ... you can start with you woke up; you're not dead!

I am thankful for the good night's sleep, for my bed, sleeping in a comfortable room with  air conditioning if I need it. My dogs greet me happily upon waking as if to say, "it's time to get up mommy and let us out!" I have indoor plumbing, now that's something to be grateful for especially in winter... Burrrrrrr! There is food in the fridge and cupboards, a vehicle in my garage ... etc etc. I think you get the picture!

Are you feeling better yet? Then keep going until you do; remember to discard any negative thinking as you don't need that kind of energy around you; negative thinking only attracts more negative thinking ... James Allan once said, "As a Man Thinketh so is He."

I have to run as I am in the midst of getting ready for work and yes, I too am grateful it's Friday!

Cheers,

Jaime

Sunday Morning

Helllooooooooooooooo Out Thereeeeeeeeeeeee!

Summer seems to be zooming by a rapid speed ... and we have only just begun to enjoy the sun. This past week the weather has been cooler which for some is nicer anyway as at least it's not raining!

I have nothing new to actually say as not much has been going on for me as of late. I am still working in the city and commuting back and forth along with my dogs who enjoy their days at daycare. We are short staffed as always is the situation this time of year when many are away on vacation. I look forward to Fall when we can get back to a little more normalcy. Christmas is the next big feature on the calender with the exception of course of Thanksgiving Day which is an especially big celebration for our friends across the border!

Cheers,

Jaime & Company

A Tribute to Haida

Below is what I wrote about Haida after she went to be at the rainbow bridge ... It's been a year since her passing ... I still miss her and I know the others do too. Bear came into our lives shortly thereafter not to replace her but rather to become a new member of our family. I will never forget you Haida!

This is a tribute from Angel, Teddy and me ... I know Haida comes around every now and again and she is most welcome!

On June 3, 2009 Haida my GSD was diagnosed with an aggressive form of cancer and on July 11, 2009 she went to the "Rainbow Bridge." I am sure my mom and dad were there to meet her along with some of my other canine friends before her. It was a very difficult time for me and Angel, mySheltie who was by her side continuously. Haida will be sorely missed.

I must share a little story with you which happened the morning she died. I was in the process of letting the dogs out when I noticed a little baby black bird sitting on the deck. I told the dogs to stay while I attempted to get the bird to fly off the deck. He flew away when I banged on the screen door. I let the dogs out and then took Haida to the vet. I had to help her into the truck and I opened the back window of the extended cab so she could look out. she loved the wind blowing in her face. Of course I am crying as I am driving to the vet's office knowing full well that she would not be returning with me. I have been through this before and believe me it does not get easier, not for a moment. I knew Haida's quality of life was slipping away and replaced by pain. She no longer was able to do the things she loved and was used to doing. I felt it was in her best interest to let her go with dignity.

I stayed with her during the procedure. I just couldn't leave her by herself after all she was such a good dog and deserved having me there with her until the end. I am crying even as I am writing this today. Those of you reading this that have had similar experiences with your pet understand how tough it is to let them go given that they have been a part of your family for such a long time.

When I returned home I let the dogs out again and I noticed on the deck a long stem yellow flower that had pushed it's way through the crack of the deck broads and made its way to the place where Haida used to like to lay down. You see there is nothing underneath the deck. This has never happened before nor since. This long little flower is Haida's sign to me that she is alright now and pain free.

I know that Haida is still around here looking out for the others.

I am ready now to start a new chapter ... and I do have some more news which I will post soon.

Saturday Morning

Yea though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death I will fear no evil!

I love this picture ... these aren't my animals. Nonetheless this is a picture of a 1000 words!

Tomorrow is the first annivesary of Haida's death. I will write about her tomorrow. I still miss her and am reminded of her all the time.

Jaime

The Dark Man In Womens Dreams

The Dark Man In Womens Dreams