Sometimes, not often enough..
We reflect upon the good things.
And those thoughts always center around those we love.....
And I think about those people
Who mean so much to me
And for so many years have made me
So very happy
And, I count the times I have forgotton
To say
Thank You
And just how much I love them....
By: Henri Mancini Recorded by: The Carpenters
There are so very many people who have touched my life over the years that it would be nearly impossible for me to name them all but to each of you, I thank you for your support and encouragement with the dogs and life in general. Below are some that have endured alot with me through my chosen "hobby".............
To my Husband, my best friend, my support, my everything, I thank you for being my toughest critic, head cheerleader and king of unpaid kennel help--you are the best!!!
To my son: Thank Goodness that you aren't growing up barking, that was Grandma and Grandpa's worst fear! You are a special person and it is worth it all to see how having the dogs in your world has taught you love and appreciation for life and those around you. I am so very proud of you for who YOU are becoming!
To my Parents: What can I say? You don't understand the lifestyle but you are supportive nontheless. Thank you for instilling the values and morals in me that make me the person I am today--good or bad for whatever that's worth! I love you both!
To my InLaws who only think I'm slightly less crazy than my parents do :) Thank you for your encouragement and belief in our dream.
To my Grandparents: My parents need look no farther than both sets of you to know where the deep rooted love of animals began! Thank you for that gift and so many others!
To Our Siblings: Thank you for always feigning an interest in our "doggie conversations" ;) I bet they're even interesting sometimes!!! :)
Cindy K.: Often my rock, always my friend, no matter what. Thank you for being there always!!
Michelle P.: Always willing to lend a hand, lock yourself out and still get the dogs fed--You're awesome!
Carol L. : Sometimes my partner, sometimes my teacher, often my mentor, occasionally my other mom, ALWAYS my friend! SL01
Nanc A., Krissi S., Tammie C., Nanc B. : "Trouble x5" There were some months there when I think we spent more time together than I spent with my husband. Thanks for being my travelling buddies and for all the laughs! You each know how I feel about ya, wouldn't want to get too sappy here! GETTIN' ZIGGY WIT IT!!!!!!!!!!
Kerry M.: Jiminy Cricket!!!!!!! LOL!!!!!!
Julie P.: For every door that SLAMS shut, a window opens, thanks for your friendship!
Jeff D.: Dude, you're awesome! LOL!
Serge "The Man": "whistle, whistle........." ;)
Dora M.: I'll try to remember to keep breathing! LOL!!
Jodi E.: Who's your dentist?!? And, is that water in there??? LOL!
Little Dick: Dick Knows All! ;)
Helen W.: Don't quit quiting! We need ya!
Priscilla: "Hey, Look at the MOONS over Denver!" LOL!
Randall C.: Everybody in the POOL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! LOL!!!!!
Bob & Debbie: "I can't believe I didn't do better today and I even wore my big girl......oh never mind!" LOL
Mikey B: Did ya get those splinters out yet, Okie boy? Thanks, buddy!
Pat M.: Thanks for believing in the DooMan, thrilled that you're pleased, can't wait for their future!
Mike S & Bill S.: Thanks for all the lessons but don't think I'll go easy on the teacher, Bill! After all: It's only a game!! Thanks for all you've both done with Duncan, you both made it possible--now the sky's the limit!!!!!
To my fellow ACA Baord Members, past Board Members and Future Board Members: Thank you for giving so much of yourselves to the thankless task of sitting on the ACA Board! Keep the chocolate coming!!! :)
To the Akita Breeders of the Past: Thank you for loving this breed, preserving it to the best of your ability at the time and loving the dogs enough to persevere! The Akita, as we know it today, owes you alot!
