Monday, August 19, 2013

Almost Back

HELLO FRIENDS!!

It seems like 87,000 days since I was able to get on the computer.  Butt... I am almost ready to get back to posting.  Just a short update for now.  The camera did not make it, RIP faithful friend.  Butt MOM tells me that something wonderful will happen tomorrow as far as that is concerned.  The photos I put on here were taken with her phone (except the last one).  It has not been easy to do all this stuff (blogging, commenting, FB, research, work, and other stuffs) from MOM's phone.  Butt as I said we are on the road to being back.  MOM has a new laptop now.  She is getting use to it.  Windows 8 is proving to be a bit (ok ALOT) frustrating for her.  And as you already know she does not do frustration well.  Butt then again she is taking it in stride and says that learning new things is a good thing, even if it is causing her to have more gray hair. 

Some of you asked about the fires in my area.  It seems I am surrounded by them.  In the last few day in just the last few days there have been over 7 fires started and there are others burning in our surrounding area.  Butt we are OK.

This is what the moon looks like right now where I live because of the fires.  There is even beauty to be found in the midst of the fires.  That my friends is a good lesson for other things in life.
 
I have been doing a bit of this while MOM works out the stuff that has happened recently.  It may seem like I am not doing much, but you would be wrong.  I know that when MOM is working on stuff while she doesn't feel well and when that frustration monster creeps in, I know that all she has to do is look over at me and a smile comes across her face and she puts things aside, comes and rubs my belly.  Yep works every time.
 
And here I am helping out while MOM catches up on the ironing.  See all these little glitches we have had has given way to other things being accomplished, ironing, extra walks, writing by hand instead of by computer, extra time to get a very special project done, and more. 
 
And I have been keeping up with my stick saving job.  This one was a difficult task.
 
Butt nothing ventured, nothing gained.
 
Whewww, Got it.
 
Little mouth to stick resuscitation and another stick is ready to resume a normal life.
 

So with a little hope, faith, and stick-to-itness I will be back real soon on a regular basis.  For now I need to help my MOM with that special project.  Thanks for sticking with me friends and thank you for all you comments and emails wishing us well. 
 
You know the sunshine you sometimes see during a rain storm?  Well friends, that what you are.
 
Blessings,
Goose



51 comments:

  1. Dearest Goose and Mom, we are soo glad that you are almost back, we have missed you a lot. We have had the red skies also and a lot of haze from all the smoke. We sure will be glad when fall cools things off some.
    love
    Bailey, Hazel & Greta

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  2. We missed you so much. Like always this post is full of good goose messages! Much love

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  3. RIP camera! Funny our Camera is needing a major overhaul and or a transplant of some kind! Hope everything gets back to normal! Keep out of the way of the fires and smoke! We have been there and done that toooo! Hope you are back n track again soon!!

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  4. Welcome back (sort of)! Windows 8 is a very finicky program, but you will get used to it. It looks like you're still keeping busy with the sticks. The first picture is beautiful and we can't wait to hear the news about a camera.

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  5. Amazing stick there! Pretty web, too. :)

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  6. We just got back tonight too. Our mom has been busy working on some crafting projects and neglecting our blog. Glad to hear you are safe from the fires.

    Millie & Walter

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  7. Glad that you are almost back. Keep taking care of your mom, and you will be back to normal in no time.

    wags
    Jazzi

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  8. :-D Oh man, I've missed you Goose Brother! Butts I am very glad that you and your Mom are almost back!! Holy Cow, I'm not sure how you managed to save that stick, but it must have been a huge feat! ;-) Congrats! Urg, Domeek says that Windows 8 is crazy weird to learn!

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  9. We've missed you! Can't wait til you're back full-time with all those great walks and pics. We're praying for all those affected by the fires. Thanks for updating us, we were thinking of you. Have a happy Tuesday! XOXOXO

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  10. So glad everything is getting back to normal. We too had a sickie computer and we got a new one with Windumb 8 too. Luckily we were using a friends Mac so we had some idea how it should work. Now typical the sickie computer has got better. Great to see you haven't neglected StickWatch Goose. Have a terrific Tuesday.
    Best wishes Molly

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  11. Hari Om
    OMD - those techie trubs are a mighty challenge even for the most serene of folks, so I'm with Mom on this one!! Win8...I gave up and returned to 7; that new one is for all the youngies and their need for visual play. I know MANY folks who are not at all pleased with it.

    But, hey, it's brought you back to us Goose-ji and for that we give thanks. You are the very picture of the calm in the centre of the storm!! Hugs and wags, YAM-aunty xxx

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  12. it FEELS like 97,000 days to me... i miss you and that phone takes super duper photos.. tell Mom to learn really good on Windows 8 because i am dreading the next computer buy because of that learning curve.
    my friend bought a windows 8 and instead of learning it she had a geek come and put windows 7 on it instead and whoa boy, don't do that... i feel like your mom does, leanring is good for our brain and we need to keep up with the new stuff.

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  13. those are all beautiful photos. We are so glad to see you back. Windows 8 is a pain - Dad needs a new computer but hates windows 8 so is doing everything to keep his old on going. Errrmmm I think you saved a log rather than a stick this time

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  14. Goose, I'm so glad to see you back! And you made Mom's and my week with your present! We've been smiling ever since. Thank you!

    Mom just got a new computer with Windows 8 on it, too. If your mom needs some help, tell her to send us an e-mail! We've had it for a few months now, and have gotten used to it.

    Bunny

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  15. We had windows 8 but got windows 7 installed on our new computer.. Those fires are awful. Great photo's and so pawleased your almost back :) xxooxx

    Mollie and Alfie

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  16. Welcome back, you have been missed! Your reminders to see beautiful always brighten my day and that moon is beautiful.
    Steph

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  17. You are a bigger help to mom than you will ever know. Do you have 87,000 sticks yet
    Benny & Lily

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  18. Gosh, Goose we sure have missed you and your Mom. We think you are right, it has been 87,000 days. Glad to hear from you. It always makes my heart smile when I hear how well you take care of your Mom. You are both so special.

    Janice, Snuggles, Sassy, and Dixie

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  19. We have been worried about YOU and Bert and Murph and Stan ... we have been seeing all about the Fires.. Glad that you are all safe.
    OMD OMD the MOON and the spider web pictures are FABULOUS!

    Glad to hear from you. Save those Sticks!!

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  20. Goose, Sending huge hugs, lots of love and prayers to your mom. I have wondered if you took a trip or what-thanks for letting us know what is happening. That log was huge-you big strong fellow you.
    Stay safe and keep Mom happy!
    Wags, Noreen & Hunter

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  21. goose...we dinna noe ewe lived that close to de fires...whoa...we hope all yur friends N familee iz all rite....St Francis's blessings to all de animals N God's two all de peepulz....

    oh, N we gotta give ewe high paws N headbonks...ouch...that iz DE most impressive stik ress cue we haza ever seen ....EVER........

    that dee serves 87,000 biscuits...for sure !!!!!!!~~~~~~

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  22. I was wondering how you were doing. Thanks for the update. Your mom's phone takes great pictures. The fires are awful, but the moon picture is cool. Hope they get those fires under control.

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  23. The photos are gorgeous! So glad to know you are doing your part for stick saving! We are too and have even been training our friend Hank in stick saving!

    So smart of you to lie there with your tummy enticing your mom!!! Good job Goosie! ;-)

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  24. Wait, I come over and help you with that sticky. I'm so glad you are back and your mom has a new thingy. My mom removed Billy's #8 and installed #7, that's easier to handle. Please stay safe and be careful - or come over and share the guestbed with me till the fires are gone.

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  25. Glad you are back....and the are ok. The pics are beautiful...and it is important to see beauty in all things (except bees...I will have to work on that one). Love how you help your Mom out!

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  26. Goose, we are so relieved you saved that huge stick's life! We can't stand to lose any more sticks around here can we??

    Your Pals,

    Murphy & Stanley

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  27. Mom says it is amazing how much one can accomplish if one steps away from the technology:) We have to say your photos are still pawesome. We hope life gets back to normal for you and Mom soon.

    Woos - Phantom, Ciara, and Lightning

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  28. Goose, you are amazing! You take such GREAT care of your Mom and still find time to pretend that you are napping. While we really know, you've always got one eye cracked open to keep an eye on her.

    We've missed you very much!! We're happy to hear you have a new computer and got our paws crossed that you and Mom can figure out the new Windows.

    We'll see you real soon.

    Hugs,
    Lily Belle & Muffin

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  29. I was wondering where you have been. Hey, if you read this mom's rescue is having a party on www.threescoopsofvanilla.com TODAY only you can purchase some really pretty Weim items and 25% of the sale is donated back to Weim rescue. Just in case you want to pick your mom out something nice for being the awesome person she is. :)

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  30. Goose we miss you and your Mom so much. I am crossing paws that everything will be fixed soon. It is so nice to see you and I know you are taking good care of each other.


    Loveys Sasha

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  31. Hey Goose!
    Wow, I've been missing you something fierce, buddy! I'm glad to see you are napping okay. That's important. That tech stuff is really tough, but your Mom will work it out. OMD that's one ginormous stick!! It's a whopper. BOL The moon and web pix are amazing.
    Grr and Woof,
    Sarge, COP

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  32. OMD Goose! I've been thinkin' abouts you and your Moms TONS!!! I've been hearin' abouts all the fires in your areas and was prayin' you guyes were a-okay! It's good to see you! Wowsa!! That is one huge stickie!! I'm sure that he is glads you fished him out.
    Ma is not lookin' forward to the day she has to gets Windows 8!!!!
    She hears it's worse than Vista!!! Wows, that's sayin' alot! BOL
    Okays, Ma says I'm ramblin', and I gots to go!
    Kisses,
    Ruby ♥☺

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  33. Glad you're back, Goose!! I love the spider web picture.

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  34. We have missed you and your MOM Goose!! Ahh...the joys of technology. We have been having problems with the laptop here too, but we are trying to make the best of our Dell. It is five years old now, and is still running Windows Vista. But, mama is making it limp along for now. The iPad is great, but there are some things that are much easier on the laptop! We just love the pics here!! We love watching you with your sticks.

    The fires are a huge concern for all of us...it is so hard to see the devastation! We will keep you in our prayers!! xo Chloe and LadyBug

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  35. Howdy Goose, how are ya mate. Sorry to hear about the camera, lap top, the fires near you and especially your mum not feeling too good. It sounds like you know EXACTLY what to do to keep your mum smiling. You are a special boy Goose. Take care all and see ya soon. No worries, and love, Stella and Rory

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  36. It's good to see you back Goose. I've had you guys in my thoughts.

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  37. That is an awfully big stick, Goose!

    We are glad that things are returning to normal, and Mom agrees - Windows 8 takes some getting used to!

    Sam

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  38. You are the best stick rescuer EVER!!! And I KNOW you are a tremendous help to your MOM. Who wouldn't feel totally blessed just by being able to look over and see your handsome face or to rub your tum-tum?
    The fires are so very scary, but that moon does look beautiful. There really is beauty in everything, isn't there?
    We miss you tons and tons!
    Cam-a-roo!

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  39. Happy end-of-summer, Goose and your pawsome Mom. We were thinking and worrying about you with the fires, so we're so glad you are okay.

    Keep on wagging for that camera!

    :)
    Tootsie

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  40. Glad to hear you are okay. We want a new laptop, but you are scaring us about the Windows 8. Yikes!

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  41. I'm so glad that you're okay. Somehow I missed this post until today, even though I was watching for one from you. I hope that your mom is feeling better very soon and that you keep saving the sticks! Most of all, keep those fires away and stay safe, my friends.

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  42. We are glad to hear that you are both okay. Nice to see you :D

    Wyatt and family

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  43. We are glad to hear that you are both okay. Nice to see you :D

    Wyatt and family

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  44. Your livings life the nice way, keeps up the good works on helping your MOM, and with savings those sticks. I would never be ables to manage such a beastly, big thing!
    Can't waits for you to be properlys BACK, as am I after a long absence!
    The little Rascal,
    Enid X

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  45. Golden Hello! It's been a while too since we've commented but just so glad to hear you guys are okay. We wanted to share with you too that we met Miss Lydia. We posted a photo on our FB. Also, we have a surprise for you that we are planning for a long time. We will let you know soon. Golden LOVE. Lots of Golden Woofs,Sugar

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  46. Hi Goose and Michelle!! We miss you!

    Bart, Ruby Nd Otto

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  47. Oh Goose, you are such a ray of sunshine for your mama! Keep up the good work and we pray that all is better and flowing smoothly soon. The spiderweb photo is so cool, love it!!!

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  48. Just stopping by to let you know we are thinking about you!
    hugs
    Bailey, Hazel & Greta

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  49. Dearest Goose
    Yous knows yous is in my purrayers every night and so is your Mommy!
    Kisses
    Nellie

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