Vagueness and the Aftermath - A sporadic diary

[Dingdell]

Is it the frog? (You have to kiss a lot of those before you find a prince)

Sigh...too easy again.

It's called Tiny Kermit or TK for short.

Do you know what ET is short for?

Extra Terrestrial?

[Colchester Kev]

Is it the frog? (You have to kiss a lot of those before you find a prince)

Sigh...too easy again.

It's called Tiny Kermit or TK for short.

Do you know what ET is short for?

cos he only has little legs

[sovietsong]

Hi Tom,

Me and the missus went to look at some German Shepherd puppies today.  They are about 10 miles from where we live and are 2 weeks old, we wouldn't pick them up to 6-8 weeks obviously but I wanted to look at the home environment and see the parents.  Michelle was really excited as we have planned this for a while but I had to be the bad guy telling her to calm down until we'd had a look!  My main objective was to check the parents temperament and make sure they were healthy pups, whereas Michelle wanted to make sure they were cute and cuddly...sigh.

When we arrived we were welcomed by some rather intimidating barks from two large dogs, I was pleased to see through the window the seller approach the dogs and move them into the living room closing the door behind her, pleased because the dogs didn't protest or act up at all, just followed the owners comands.  When I'd first spoke to the seller she told me Khan (the male) didn't like late night visitors and would normally be quiet protective of the home, this is fine however I wanted to see the male to check his aggression.

In the kitchen were the 7 pups, 5 females 2 males.  They only just opened there eyes (last few days) and all seemed in good health, I had a chat with the seller trying to sound like I was a dog man and knew everything there is to know!  She saw right through it and gave me some pointers on getting my first dog.  After looking at the puppies with Michelle getting more and more excited I asked to look at the parents.  In came Khan and Jess, after a sniff or two Khan was happy whilst Jess went off to protect her pups.  I was very impressed by the adult dogs, they were clearly well trained and friendly, they didn't have any problems with the back legs something I've seen a few examples of on the internet and I was pleased with what I'd seen.

After talking to the owner and agreeing a price we decided to purchase our first dog!!  We picked one of the remaining 2 females (suited us as the females are slightly smaller) and are planning on picking her up around the 16th of Jan, depending on her development.  We haven't yet decided on a name, although Michelle wants to call her biscuit! 

Sorry for the poor picture quality...

Biscuit the puppy (need to think of a better name or this one is going to stick!

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Jess with 7 hungry pups!

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Khan the proud father!

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I'm so glad you're sorted Sov, I bet you're really excited. I hope you will keep us updated on her progress over the next year or so.

BTW- did you say the parents were hip-scored?

They have low hip-scores according to the advert but being so green to all this I didnt ask to check.  We are both pretty excited about getting her (decided on the name billie btw) and today went to look at crates/feeding bowls etc etc.

The seller is going to email photos and progress reports so will let you know how she's doing!

[RED-DOG]

Is it the frog? (You have to kiss a lot of those before you find a prince)

Sigh...too easy again.

It's called Tiny Kermit or TK for short.

Do you know what ET is short for?

cos he only has little legs

Feck off Kev.

[Claw75]

Now, back to my dad's grinding bike, but first...


Name that bosom.

Too easy.

that is just a scurrilous rumour.  Nice pic Tom - I think you got my best side

[Colchester Kev]

Is it the frog? (You have to kiss a lot of those before you find a prince)

Sigh...too easy again.

It's called Tiny Kermit or TK for short.

Do you know what ET is short for?

cos he only has little legs

Feck off Kev.

Mate, you should know that Christmas cracker gags make up 95% of my repertoire

[RED-DOG]

Hi Tom,

Me and the missus went to look at some German Shepherd puppies today.  They are about 10 miles from where we live and are 2 weeks old, we wouldn't pick them up to 6-8 weeks obviously but I wanted to look at the home environment and see the parents.  Michelle was really excited as we have planned this for a while but I had to be the bad guy telling her to calm down until we'd had a look!  My main objective was to check the parents temperament and make sure they were healthy pups, whereas Michelle wanted to make sure they were cute and cuddly...sigh.

When we arrived we were welcomed by some rather intimidating barks from two large dogs, I was pleased to see through the window the seller approach the dogs and move them into the living room closing the door behind her, pleased because the dogs didn't protest or act up at all, just followed the owners comands.  When I'd first spoke to the seller she told me Khan (the male) didn't like late night visitors and would normally be quiet protective of the home, this is fine however I wanted to see the male to check his aggression.

In the kitchen were the 7 pups, 5 females 2 males.  They only just opened there eyes (last few days) and all seemed in good health, I had a chat with the seller trying to sound like I was a dog man and knew everything there is to know!  She saw right through it and gave me some pointers on getting my first dog.  After looking at the puppies with Michelle getting more and more excited I asked to look at the parents.  In came Khan and Jess, after a sniff or two Khan was happy whilst Jess went off to protect her pups.  I was very impressed by the adult dogs, they were clearly well trained and friendly, they didn't have any problems with the back legs something I've seen a few examples of on the internet and I was pleased with what I'd seen.

After talking to the owner and agreeing a price we decided to purchase our first dog!!  We picked one of the remaining 2 females (suited us as the females are slightly smaller) and are planning on picking her up around the 16th of Jan, depending on her development.  We haven't yet decided on a name, although Michelle wants to call her biscuit! 

Sorry for the poor picture quality...

Biscuit the puppy (need to think of a better name or this one is going to stick!

Click to see full-size image.

Jess with 7 hungry pups!

Click to see full-size image.

Khan the proud father!

Click to see full-size image.

I'm so glad you're sorted Sov, I bet you're really excited. I hope you will keep us updated on her progress over the next year or so.

BTW- did you say the parents were hip-scored?

They have low hip-scores according to the advert but being so green to all this I didnt ask to check.  We are both pretty excited about getting her (decided on the name billie btw) and today went to look at crates/feeding bowls etc etc.

The seller is going to email photos and progress reports so will let you know how she's doing!

Either buy cheapo feeding bowls for now or by adult sized ones. Unless you're going to use it when she's grown a crate is an unnecessary expense, you can make a great pen with a few lengths of 2/1" and some chicken wire

[Claw75]

Is it the frog? (You have to kiss a lot of those before you find a prince)

Sigh...too easy again.

It's called Tiny Kermit or TK for short.

Do you know what ET is short for?

cos he only has little legs

Feck off Kev.

Mate, you should know that Christmas cracker gags make up 95% of my repertoire

here's one I had in a cracker last week.  What do you need to know to be an auctioneer?.....



















lots

[RED-DOG]

BTW Claw, I really enjoyed having you on the table last night (No pun intended) You were great fun, and very tough to play against.

I know we got off to a shaky start, but I think that was because we have similar temperaments.

Anyway, I just wanted to say... well, you know.

[Claw75]

BTW Claw, I really enjoyed having you on the table last night (No pun intended) You were great fun, and very tough to play against.

I know we got off to a shaky start, but I think that was because we have similar temperaments.

Anyway, I just wanted to say... well, you know.

likewise 

[RED-DOG]

I'm even beginning to suspect that tosser Flushie might have a good side....































Nah.

[RED-DOG]

A new shop has opened in Hinckley.

Finally, someone who understands what Christmas is all about.

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[gatso]

if you're looking for christmas pressies for yourself I reckon you'd like one of these

http://www.iwantoneofthose.com/usb-microscope/index.html

[RED-DOG]

OK. Back to the grinding bike.

The actual grindstone needs a spindle to turn on, so what you do is find an old bike front wheel, and remove the axle like so...

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Click to see full-size image.

[RED-DOG]

if you're looking for christmas pressies for yourself I reckon you'd like one of these

http://www.iwantoneofthose.com/usb-microscope/index.html

Correct. I want one immediately.