Thots (Callie)

• 09-22-2009 3:24 PM

  calliecritturs Joined on 09-10-2007 Central Florida Posts 10,918 Points 3,345

  Thots (Callie) Reply Contact I'm at work so I can't take much time -- but I'm seeing my printer has gained THREE new stickies today. Last week -- hmm, how to say this -- on my way out of my chiropractor's office I had to tell the receptionist something.  I know her only "loosely" -- we casually exchange prayer requests at times but I've no clue where she worships. I had to interrupt what looked like a more serious discussion (rather than listen un-asked) and on my way out the door I stopped and said "ok -- I am sorry because interrupted, but now I need to know how I can pray for what I interrupted?  Who? What? When?" She said "My brother ___, he's in the hospital right NOW and we're SO worried. Thank you." I asked the receptionist the next week what happened.  He passed away -- it was really pretty awful, so I'm not surprised I felt burdened.  But the upshot of it was, that this week I've just really felt strongly how important things like this little thread are to people.  The comfort it can bring.  The release it can be for someone to just plop something down.  Not to mention the good things it does.  I reported not long ago that one of my stickies was a young girl who had run away that my bosses' wife had told me about.   Knew not much .. but my boss wrote ON my stickie a few weeks ago that they found her.  My boss is Jewish.  I'm not.  We *both* have our faith.  I'm thinking this is a good thing we do here.  And thank you to all those who lift up these burdens and never even post (and yeah -- you know who you are!!! *hugs*)

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• 09-22-2009 3:53 PM

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  glenmar Joined on 09-10-2007 The Florida Panhandle Posts 13,521 Points 405

  Re: Thots (Callie) Reply Contact I agree Callie.  Many folks really don't realize what a lifesaver this area can be. In my family I've always been the strong one, and the "cheerleader" who could always find something to be thankful for in the worst situation.  So, for me it's a Godsend to have a place to go where I don't HAVE to be strong or positive and just let my guard down and whine when it all gets to be too much for me. I too make stickies.  I don't always post but by golly I always offer up prayers.  It helps so much and costs so little. A house without fur is not a home. Glenda ,

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• 09-22-2009 5:26 PM

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  JackieG Joined on 04-15-2008 Central Texas Posts 5,951 Points 710	Re: Thots (Callie) Reply Contact It's very comforting to know that others care.  Just plain care about each other's troubles and worries.
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• 09-23-2009 9:43 PM

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  gradyupmybutt Joined on 09-10-2007 Pennsylvania Posts 10,322 Points 1,265	Re: Thots (Callie) Reply Contact Just knowing you're not alone lifts you up. Wag More, Bark Less I Survived Bugsy Kisses
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• 09-23-2009 11:01 PM

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  Cita Joined on 12-13-2006 CT Posts 5,630 Points 850	Re: Thots (Callie) Reply Contact  I'm a strong believer in the power of positive energy. I don't often post on many of the more emotional threads - I often open up a reply window and just sit there with it blank, trying to think of something to say that doesn't sound stupid or trite - but I do think often of all of you forumers and send you all the good thoughts I can muster.
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• 09-23-2009 11:57 PM

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  willowchow Joined on 09-10-2007 Posts 8,154 Points 445

  Re: Thots (Callie) Reply Contact I am so thankful and forever grateful for all the advice I've received here over the years.  Willow has had many issues and everyone from Glenda with nutrition to Anne with training to Callie for health problems has gone above and beyond for me.  I feel like we have friends here and when something new comes up the first thing I usually do is create a post about it to get opinions.  I'm hoping I'm able to give back at this point at least a little.  I know Willow has been better for me finding this forum.  THANKS EVERYONE!!

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• 09-24-2009 11:21 AM

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  glenmar Joined on 09-10-2007 The Florida Panhandle Posts 13,521 Points 405	Re: Thots (Callie) Reply Contact Cita, I find myself doing the same thing.  Yet, even the trite stuff helps a great deal. A house without fur is not a home. Glenda ,
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• 09-24-2009 12:03 PM

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  shadowsgin Joined on 03-06-2007 N.W. Arkansas Posts 2,104 Points 425

  Re: Thots (Callie) Reply Contact I find prayer is an amazing thing, positive reinforcement and true caring and concern is something I have found on this forum.  I turned to you all when Shadow was diagnosed with Lyphomia, just as Willowchow said....all the concern and advise helped me through a very tough time. In my family I am also the "Cheerleader" or the go to person.   I find my friends and coworkers seem to think the same and although it give me comfort to know I can help, I tend to keep my own problems and concerns to myself so as not to burden my family and friends.  My Mom calls our type the "Peacemakers".  I have found this forum to be a place where I can unload .... to some degree.... my concerns and fears, but mostly where I can go to be uplifted either by stories of your pets, pictures that make me laugh and forget about my own stesses and of course this Spiritual Circle.  When we pull together it can give us a sense of empowerment no matter what the circumstances.   We have been through losses both pet and human, we have been through joys, new homes, new jobs, babies, puppies but most of us have not met in person.   Funny how that doesnt matter when it comes to our true concern for our Idog friends and their families.  I am thankful for all of you, thankful for this place where I have so many friends.

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• 09-25-2009 6:39 AM

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  NicoleS Joined on 07-10-2006 Western Pennsylvania Posts 1,713 Points 135

  Re: Thots (Callie) Reply Contact I read, and read, and read some more, but seem to go days without posting sometimes if I feel like something I had to say has been said. I should be better about that. I also tend to post about things I need help with, but not so much the good things that happen. I don't pray, per se, but I do feel that good thoughts and good vibes and general support, even without 'advice' can definitely lift someone up and are worth their weight in gold. For example, I was talking to one of my boss's yesterday about Sammy and my friend about her dog who just had surgery... and he basically told us if it was his dog, that his kids would be visiting the dog under the tree in the backyard as he wouldn't be doing the things we are doing to help our dogs. It's obvious that coming here, the attitude is totally different and you can get support you need, whether it's dog related or not. Thank you, to everyone here that supports everyone else, even if it's just in thought and commiseration! It's definitely appreciated. Nicole & Sammy

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• 09-25-2009 7:48 AM

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  spiritdogs Joined on 09-10-2007 Posts 11,729 Points 1,020

  Re: Thots (Callie) Reply Contact  Callie, thanks for posting this.  I think there's a reason why many of us drift in and out of other forums, but tend to stay here.  Even when we disagree, there is something that binds us all, and I think it's the compassion that dog people just seem to have. Regional Director for Massachusetts, International Positive Dog Training Association Director, SeniorCare Pawsitive Connections Program AKC CGC Evaluator #3669 Therapy Dogs, Inc. Tester/Observer Sioux, CGC, TDInc. Maska, CGC, TDInc. Sequoyah, CGC Fergie, Retired Lap Dog, Age 20 1/2 Dancer, CGC, TDInc. (1989-2006) #1 Heart Dog In memory of Mike, please become an organ donor today. "If you talk to the animals they will talk with you and you will know each other. If you do not talk to them you will not know them and what you do not know, you will fear. What one fears, one destroys." - Chief Dan George "The fidelity of a dog is a precious gift demanding no less binding moral responsibilities than the friendship of a human being. The bond with a true dog is as lasting as the ties of this earth can ever be." ~ Konrad Lorenz

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• 09-25-2009 11:45 AM

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  cakana Joined on 09-10-2007 Cathy in Northern CA Posts 9,466 Points 435	Re: Thots (Callie) Reply Contact Very nice topic to start the day with. Thanks Callie! It's hard to explain to others sometimes how tight of a connection you can make with people you've never actually met before. ~ Cathy ~
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• 09-25-2009 8:29 PM

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  jessies_mom Joined on 09-10-2007 Indiana Posts 4,974 Points 140

  Re: Thots (Callie) Reply Contact   Cita: I don't often post on many of the more emotional threads - I often open up a reply window and just sit there with it blank, trying to think of something to say that doesn't sound stupid or trite - but I do think often of all of you forumers and send you all the good thoughts I can muster.  I'm the same way ; I think many of us feel like you do.  Great idea for a thread callie; I love this forum.   Janice

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