Dixie Flyer
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Times are hard every where. I just got off the phone with one of our daughters named Robin. Tomorrow she will be bringing her dog Peaches to live with us. Peaches is about seven years old and is part Jack Russell. I have felt this coming as Robin works long hours now and Peaches is shut up in an apartment from 7:am to 7 in the evening five days a week. Peaches has become very unhappy and when she came to visit us Saturday she became alive and played all day with Suzie and Charlie. Robin said when they got home she has been very depressed and has not eaten. Robin's work place has laid off 35 people and she is having to work more for less pay to keep her job. That means Peaches has to stay shut up for long hours during the day and that makes for a very unhappy camper.
Peaches was adopted by Robin when she lived here with us and she was the most fun loving dog and very smart. She loved the back yard and she loved her grandad a lot. Saturday was the first time I had seen Peaches in almost three years and she was so excited to see me she just kissed me all in the face and followed me every where I went. I was suprised that Suzie didn't object and show herself, but she really enjoyed Peaches a lot.
Soooo, we will have another fur baby by tomorrow night and I will post some pictures of her as soon as I can. The first order of business for her is to lose about 12 pounds---- oooh she is going to love that!
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Wife Sue
Pets: Old Fella, Levi and Charlie at Rainbow Bridge. Suzie the Imp, Peaches the Princess and Izzie the cat.
Old Fella Burke County Animal Rescue
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Dixie Flyer
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Did you ever really believe that???? If the building you were in were blown away, do you think the desk would still be there with you under it???? Geeesh what kids would believe back then!!!
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dogdiva
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YEAH I wonder who dreamed up that idea.......
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Dixie Flyer wrote:
Did you ever really believe that???? If the building you were in were blown away, do you think the desk would still be there with you under it???? Geeesh what kids would believe back then!!!
Out here in California getting under the desk was more for earthquakes where things come crashing down....also I remember Air Raid Drill in case of attack from the big bad USSR.......we called the DROP DRILLS
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Dixie Flyer
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I had a difficult time sleeping last night thinking about Peaches, the yard with the chinch bugs in it, the weekend coming up with the planned camping trip with three fur babies, Suzie, Charlie and Peaches all crowded into the camper.
When Fella left us I was wondering what was in our future as far as taking in another fur kid, but now it's expanded to two. Oh well, what can I say except welcome Peaches, I hope you like your new forever home. I guess I am feeling a bit stressed with a lot on my plate right now, but so is everyone feeling the pinch from one direction or another. I got a message from Bruce that Old Fella Burke County Animal Rescue is feeling the pinch and things have really gotten tight, too many animals, not enough resources.
The County Commissioners had a meeting that they didn't properly announce concerning the upcoming budget for 2009 acting as if they are trying to avoid the issue of an animal shelter that was voted for back in July by a large majority of the people of Burke County. Bruce was very upset and contends that the meeting was not legal and everything voted on or discussed would have to be declared null and void.
All of the dirty politics and back room meetings wearies me and reminds me of the "Good O Boy System" that was predominate back in the 50's and 60's here in the Deep South. It wasn’t a matter of if its lawful, but is it what we want to do? I don’t know if it this is appropriate for the Old Fella Thread so I am going to stop my ranting and pick up the pieces and move forward hoping the animals of Burke County will have their day.
Another thing that has bothered me is the criticism I have received from some folks about the Old Fella Memorial. Someone wrote a letter to the editor of the Waynesboro True Citizen Newspaper that the money spent for the memorial would be better used giving it to the poor and needy folks of Burke County. It is just another swipe at Old Fella and what he stands for by those who oppose the animal shelter. Okay, that’s enough for now. Talk with you later.
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Richard
Its ok to vent to us, we can pray that it will work out for the homeless animals///\
I am sure Peaches will be so happy to be with you and it will work out. THe Lord never gives us situations and abandons us\... He will guide you always.....
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kokosfriend
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Yes, you can vent here where you will receive support. this is a difficult time and we all have those periods. That is what friends are for and we are FOOF. Let us share with you.
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We expect you to tell us these things because
1. We wouldn't know what was going on.
2. We are interested in what is going on.
3. We love you and are here for you no matter what.
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whimstock
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Dixie Flyer wrote:.....Another thing that has bothered me is the criticism I have received from some folks about the Old Fella Memorial. Someone wrote a letter to the editor of the Waynesboro True Citizen Newspaper that the money spent for the memorial would be better used giving it to the poor and needy folks of Burke County. It is just another swipe at Old Fella and what he stands for by those who oppose the animal shelter. Okay, that’s enough for now. Talk with you later.
Yes, Richard, you do have a lot on your plate and we know that you will handle it all "just right" in your usual kind and graceful way.
Of everything you mention, this criticism is one thing I would suggest you let go in one ear and out the other. There's always going to be someone who isn't happy with the decisions we make...but you know that. 
As for me, I never tire of reading your posts, whether they are animal antics, emotional stories, rants, or just information about what's going on in your world. It's our world too. 
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Dixie Flyer
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I went to Augusta and picked up Peaches so she is now at home with us. I will take some pictures and post them later. Old Fella would be proud of Suzie. She has taken a liking to Peaches and they are doing great.
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