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well.... better late than never, and better safe than sorry heres to one big LIPO PAWTY!!!
Coopsdad/ Kenneth Blackburn
http://cooper.t.....ipawds.com
the monkeydogs only THINK they have invaded the tripawd state
where's cometdog anyway? Cometdog has good manners - what have you done with her?
Coopsdad/ Kenneth Blackburn
http://cooper.t.....ipawds.com
the monkeydogs only THINK they have invaded the tripawd state
See! See! See! What I have to go through! He'd dance on my head while I balance on 3 legs if I didn't growl to keep him away!
Comet - 1999 to 2011
She departed us unexpectedly January 23, 2011 at the age of 12 1/2.
She was born with a deformed front leg and a tripawd all of her life.
I am feeling your pain Cometdog! But dont worry! I've got your back!
Coopsdad/ Kenneth Blackburn
http://cooper.t.....ipawds.com
the monkeydogs only THINK they have invaded the tripawd state
well, I better go rest my fat neck! gotta gets up early and go get my stitches out!!
Coopsdad/ Kenneth Blackburn
http://cooper.t.....ipawds.com
the monkeydogs only THINK they have invaded the tripawd state
Good luck getting your stitches out Cooper! We're all hoping it heals & bonds quickly for you.
Ragley & Claire
Sorry Carmen, we have clearly hijacked your thread . The weather has been beautiful down here in Austin! The lows have been in the 40s while the highs remain in the low 70s. There's hardly a breeze and the sun is shinning bright. That said, I sometimes miss the cold winters of Alaska.
Fortis says hey to everybody. We are going to add to Carmen's list at some point.
Fortis and Dad
That's okay, Brett! I love it! 
And I'm all over Coopsdad's suggestion of a LIPO party, but not for my neck.
Catie -
Birthday – November 4 2003
Amputation – January 13 2010
Crossed the Bridge – June 2 2011
Fortis said:
That said, I sometimes miss the cold winters of Alaska.
I'm sorry, too, Carmen, but now I have to ask -
How long were you in Alaska, Brett? Where did you live and how long? Were you oil company or military? Why ever would you leave Alaska to be in Austin? We had plans at one point to summer in Alaska and winter in Texas. It is the one place I really love, that has breathtaking beauty, and brings a sense of peacefulness. If I'm asking too many questions, just tell me I'm nosey like Comet and I'll understand 
Shanna & Spirit Trouble ~ Trouble gained her wings 3/16/2011, a 27 1/2 month cancer survivor, tail wagging. RIP sweetheart, you are my heart and soul. Run free at Rainbow Bridge.
The November Five - Spirits Max, Cherry, Tika, Trouble & Nova. 11/2008 - 3/2013 An era ends as Queen Nova crossed the Bridge.
Nosey........never, I'm an open book. I served in the military as a paratrooper and was stationed in Fairbanks (no rude remarks Comet) Much of my training was spent in Kotzebue, Black Rapids Glacier, and Sitka. Sitka is absolutely gorgeous. All of Alaska is. I spent two years there. My father's illness forced me to Florida. I would go back to Alaska in a heart beat if the decision to do so was unanimous Your either a fit for a life in Alaska or your not. I loved it while others hated it..............WIMPS!
I've heard that Alaska is breathtakingly beautiful., Brett. I know several people who took cruises there (not my idea of a getaway; I'm more inclined to want to seek some sunshine). And I'm also quite happy to say that Edmonton, Alberta is actually warmer than Fairbanks, Alaska today. It's 4F here and 2F there.
Catie -
Birthday – November 4 2003
Amputation – January 13 2010
Crossed the Bridge – June 2 2011
I really like the sound of your weather Carmen... big ice fisherman here. Last year I didnt go at all because Faith and I followed the Iowa Hawkeyes to Miami for the Orange Bowl - and after leaving Cedar Rapids at 13F and landing in Miami at 76 F - spending new years day on hollywood beach at 81 F - ice fishing didnt appeal to me, but this year I have my Iowa blood back and was just sitting here ordering ice fishing stuff online, and thinking about how I wish we had some of your weather here... then I noticed Bretts post and realized we had indeed hijacked your thread...
sorry about that... also trying to think of things I can do now that Im getting older to add to your list..... Im having a hard time on that one - I guess I have always kind of marched to my own drums no matter how old I have been 
- but yeah, its 52 F here today - if you would like to send some of yours this way I will send some of ours your way. Coopy loves the cold - he rolls in snow like its is warm spring grass.
Coopsdad/ Kenneth Blackburn
http://cooper.t.....ipawds.com
the monkeydogs only THINK they have invaded the tripawd state
Let's place blame where it should be: Monkeybutt hijacked the post! Sheesh!
I know several people who took cruises there (not my idea of a getaway; I'm more inclined to want to seek some sunshine).
Me too! I love warm. BUT - I took the Alaskan cruise and it was soul cleansing! OMG it was so moving to be in that country and to see the glaciers was an experience everyone should have once in a lifetime!
No smart remarks Brett but I am keeping a tally. This is what I have you doing so far in your lifetime:
1. Boxer
2. Olympic Medal Winner
2. Baseball Player
3. Paratrooper
4. Astronaut
5. Pro Bass Fisherman
6. Rock Star
7. Geologist
8. US Ambassador
9. Marathon Runner
10. GQ Model
Have I left anything out?
Comet - 1999 to 2011
She departed us unexpectedly January 23, 2011 at the age of 12 1/2.
She was born with a deformed front leg and a tripawd all of her life.
Yes. I see where the derailment occurred and it was in fact Monkeybutt.
Having said that though, I've learned a heckuva lot:
Brett wears miniskirts.
Brett's had a multi-faceted career in just about everything.
Monkeybutt is rude and shouldn't dance on Comet's head.
Coopsdad likes ICE FISHING. I've never been able to figure the whole ice fishing thing out 
Cooper has a fat neck and is into lipo.
No worries about the hijacking. That's why these topics get put under Anything Goes.
Catie -
Birthday – November 4 2003
Amputation – January 13 2010
Crossed the Bridge – June 2 2011
Plenty more (but I'm not sharing)…………you can delete the Olympic Medal Winner, Astronaut, Rock Star, US Ambassador and without a doubt the GQ Model! Most live boring, safe and unadventurous lives in my opinion
How is this for a MonkeyButt! (Sorry Fortis, not your best side)
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