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I was going to post this link so you new tripawds (new since Dec 2009 so that even includes ole Comet!) can see how wonderful the tripawds community has always been, not that I need to tell you. But I might as well just add to the old thread – as a tribute to many other wonderful tripawds – Shilo, Oslo, Yoda, Fruit Bat (some of you may know her as Caira Sue), Zeus, Emily, Jake, big lovable Cemil, and PaBabyBlue with his crazy icons. Of course you WILL know Diva Codie Rae and our long-time mentor Trouble.
To appreciate it, you gotta check out the video on Codie Rae's message at the top! I am pretty sure Maggie and Maximutt will be in that video – but I'll gotta check it out myself!
Today would have been Tazzie's 11th bday, just imagine. Someone in my department had a baby girl early this morning – do you think they might consider naming her Tazzie ????
Thanks again guys – it still means a lot two years later!
p.s. OMD - The video is still on-line and Wyatt Ray was already in the pack by then!!
Cute video! I'm sure they are having a party at the Bridge.
Jackie, Abby's mom
Abby: Aug 1, 2009 – Jan 10, 2012. Our beautiful rescue pup lived LARGE with osteosarcoma for 15 months – half her way-too-short life. I think our "halflistic" approach (mixing traditional meds + supplements) helped her thrive. (PM me for details. I'm happy to help.) She had lung mets for over a year. They took her from us in the end, but they cannot take her spirit! She will live forever in our hearts. She loved the beach and giving kisses and going to In-N-Out for a Flying Dutchman. Tripawds blog, and a more detailed blog here. Please also check out my novel, What the Dog Ate. Now also in paperback! Purchase it at Amazon via Tripawds and help support Tripawds!
Awww too cute! Oh Tazzie, we still feel the love two years later, you sweet pup. We miss you but we know you're having an endless pawty with our Tripawd Angels. Hoppy birthday!
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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Susan,
I was thinking about that video today. Yes, Maggie is in it- but I cleverly wore a black shirt and she is sitting on my lap so all you can see is her yellow Tripawds bandanna 
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I don't think Max was there- they came up the next month. And dang- the singing doesn't sound any better!
And about naming the new kid Tazzie, well you could ask...
Karen and the pugapalooza
Oh dear! "Ole Cometdog" can't see any link or video!!!!
I don't think I remember the video even though I actually made my debut in August of 2009! I remember when you lost Tazzie. So sad.
Happy Birthday Angel Tazzie!
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.
Is that you and Maggie in the middle? Can't quite figure it out. And maybe another one of your pugs standing next to you?
The new baby (human) girl has been named Avia. Maybe they'll consider Tazzie as a middle name . . .
Yes, that is us in the middle. Maggie is on my lap, and her younger sis Tani is on my right.
So- left to right is Jim with WRD in front of him, then Cindi with Jack in front of her, and PP Shelby laying in front of them, then I'm not sure who is behind Jack's left shoulder. Then Ralph standing and holding Codie Rae. Then Tani on the ground and Maggie on my lap. Then Caira Sue laying in front of parents Mary and Adam. I'm not sure who is holding a hand to their forehead. Then Mary behind Cemil. I think both Rene and Martha were shooting video.
We still get together at that dog park in Mill Valley once in awhile with the Oaktown pack, Shelby and staff, and Mary and Cemil, and some new friends too.
Even if the new parents don't consider the name you should just call her Tazzie!
Karen
Hello Tripawds and their fans
We have been under the tripawd-radar this year but will never forget what everyone, led by Rene and Jim, did to help make our life in the tripawd world a truly memorable and even a good experience (not that I wish for a repeat of the circumstances leading us to meet but hopefully I will cross paths in real life with many of you again). At this time of year - the anniversary of Tazzie's entrance and his exit from this world (Dec 6), I want to wish the best to all the tripawds and their friends.
It is still moving to see the video you took the day we were driving toward Colorado (I can't even watch it right now, for I know I will cry, but I will watch it a bit later). And it is moving to see all the doggie pictures and names from our era, some of which I see are still actively involved (Gerry, tazziedog, Codie Rae - nice 'new' avatar, CR!).
Take care everypawdy and have a fantastic holiday season!
Susan and the 'new' kid Paddles in memory of Tazzie
Hey Susan! So good to hear from you! I might have forgotten we shared Dec. 6 as the anniversary of a most special pup's passing (my Rosa left me on that date in 2005) but will never forget Tazzie and you and all the wonderful contributions you made to the tripawds community. Hoppy Howlidays to you from the Oaktown Pack (we're up to three tripawd GSDs and one quadpawd now).
xoxo,
Martha and the OP
Woohoo! Tripawds Rule!
Regulator of the Oaktown Pack, Sheriff of the Oaktown Pawsse, Founding member and President of the Tripawd Girldogs With 2 Names ROCK Club, and ... Tripawd Girldog Extraordinaire!
Aww Happy Birthday Tazzie! We hope you're pawtying it up and having a ball!
Susan, thank you so much for stopping by and for your very generous gift to the community. We are so honored by your kindness. Through the years you have been such a friend to the Tripawds Nation, we can't thank you enough for all that you do to help others during their own ups and downs.
As someone who had it exceptionally tough during Tazzie's too-short journey (folks do check out her story by clicking on her avatar), your continued presence speaks volumes about your compassion for others who are going through similar times. You make a difference in the world.
May Tazzie's spirit continue to guide others for all time.
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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Such a privilege to be able t celebrate Tzzie's birth with you! This gave me the opportunity to go back and get to knowher better!
What a treasured gift she was...is...nyor life! Your devotion and love for each other is just magical.
I could visualize her standng up in the car' just REFUSING tlo lay down! Guess she wanted tl make sure she didn't miss out on one sngle thing!
And that birthday video made just for her!! WOW!! What a special girl to jave her own doggie birthday video! And got to see so many dogs I've read about nere. Amd to see Cemile (sp)...wjat a treat!
I love the picture Merry posted above of Tazze p.aying n tne watee. She's fuly focused on beng in the moment and jst bask g in the joh f licng.
Thank you fr sharing this w derful celebration with us. I know this ste would have a little less heart and a little less compassion if you and Tazzie were not here. Thank yo for keeping Tazzie's legach alive is such a life affirming way. She, and you, ontinue to inspire us.
HAPY BIRTHDAY TAZZIE!! Enjoy yur ice cream and cake! know it's "heavenly"!
With gratitdue for al yo and yor mom d,
Sally amd Happh Hannah
Happy Hannah had a glorious additional bonus time of over one yr & two months after amp for osteo! She made me laugh everyday! Joined April's Angels after send off meal of steak, ice cream, M&Ms & deer poop!
Hi Codie, Jerry and Hannah (is Hannah your pup's name?)
Thanks for stopping by to say hello and the good wishes. We'll have to meet someday, Martha and Ralph. I love that photo! I'm afraid I don't know anything about Rosa.
I had to chuckle at your email, Sally. Everyone always assumed that Tazzie was a girl - I guess it was the 'long flowing blond hair', but in fact he was a boy dog, although a 'pretty boy'. It was always been a running joke, so it is funny that it continues.
I just posted a photo of Tazzie on my work website - on a page where I have pictures of my old Land Cruiser (looking for someone or some company who might like to contribute a new field vehicle - will send a letter to my local Toyota tomorrow). To see his picture, check out http://www.linglelab.org (Tazzie looking out of the truck is on the 'research/funding needs' page).
Jerry - Thanks for posting those photos of Tazzie and of Maximutt checking out something - I have no idea what - that I was carrying at the small tripawd pawrty in Santa Barbara. Great to see that Maximutt is still around, and of course the famous family of pugs!
You can always send people my way if there is something I can help with. I take it you haven't had any tripawds report from Winnipeg.
Susan
why are my posts being moderated? Harumph. Maybe I'll see if it will let me approve it. 
Tazzie said
why are my posts being moderated?
Interesting, please try again.
After your PM about removing your moderator status, I did just that. Maybe that had something to do with it.
Nothing like a warm welcome back, eh? 
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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And you're still showing as a moderator, which is fine and dandy. Just weird. Double
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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