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After a Month of Funerals After a month of funerals As a rogue animal I am protecting myself Only my body knows Cheri Wubbels (C) 11/11/03
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 A Glimpse of History: Attack on Pearl Harbor Eyewitness Account
Sixty-five years ago on December 7th, 1941, Ensign Wesley Hoyt Ruth piloted a JRS plane (a high wing, twin engine amphibian, non-combat plane) in the skies over Pearl Harbor. As members of a Utility Squadron stationed at Ford Island, which was surrounded by Pearl Harbor, the six-member crew flew an unarmed plane, but they were given three WWI Springfield rifles. Ensign Wes Ruth and the crew received the Navy Cross, the highest Navy decoration, for their actions that day. This is his story. I was having breakfast in the Bachelor Officers Quarters. As soon as I recognized we were under attack, I drove my car to our hangar. I had to drive past the battleships being attacked, fully expecting to be strafed by the enemy planes which filled the sky. From the hangar we could not see the terrible things that were happening to our ships and people. Smoke was everywhere around Pearl Harbor... (click for remainder of story)
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This month's topic is Road Crazies. Remember Who You Are by Mary Ann Ruth "Remember Who You Are!" The words would ring in my ears, at age 10, at 14, and frequently throughout my life when I encountered challenging situations. They were internalized words, and they had authority, as if they were a vague memory of a mother's admonition. They seemed to recur when I needed comfort and courage, including the courage to "do the right thing." My working interpretation of those words was that I, and everyone, possessed a nobility of spirit that needed to be respected without regard to our station in life... (click for remainder of story) An Encouraging Word There is good news from many quarters for the "over the hill gang" and baby boomers... (click for details)
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Animal Communicator Terri Diener Tells Us How it Works Doggone Monthly interviewed Animal Communicator Terri Diener to learn about this phenomenon of professional animal communication and how she's helped pet owners and their animals solve problems. DM: What is an animal communicator, and how do you communicate with animals? Diener: We're not as dramatic as the pet psychics you see on Television. Although-those broadcasts have to be dramatized to make good TV, they demonstrate the essence of the work of animal communicators. We communicate telepathically. We get the animal's perspective on what's going on. Some communicators see pictures, some get a gut feeling. If I'm working by phone, I've received a photo of the animal in advance and a description of the issue. The owner is on the other end of the line; the animal does not have to be present since telepathy is the sending of thoughts and feelings over distances. I center and clear myself, instruct the owners in a particular way to focus on their animal, and then I tune in. My job is to be as clear an interpreter for both the animal and human companion as possible. First, I tend to get feelings, whether they are happy, scared, sad, etc. Second, I get an overall impression of the situation-not a picture, but similar to it. Third, I get thoughts and words. These communications give me the animal's sense of what's happening...(Click to view more interview)
Andrew Marvel wrote that great phrase in his poetry. We use it as a reminder to treasure and preserve the earth, and also to explore abundance. The column will be the Doggone Monthly focus on both the environment and economics. This month we're interested in how our readers stay current on environmental news and tips for ecologically sound practices at home and work. Some of the favorite web sites and newsletters frequented by the Monthly's contributors are: www.grist.org, www.earthshare.org, and the green pages of www.eco-web.com Please write us at editor@thedoggonemonthly.com to tell us your favorite environmental news and tips services and why you like them. |
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My Dog and Her Clothes by Craig Harrison, 13 years old My dog is named Mercedes. She is 11 years of age. Mercedes is a Pomeranian, She's white, mostly tan, with a very little gray spot. I got Mercedes from a poor family who couldn't take care of her, so they wanted to give her away. Lucky me! I got her as a loving pet. I choose her outfits by determining which look fabulous on her. Mercedes' wardrobe costs under $60 per outfit. My mom treats Mercedes like one of Paris Hilton's or Nichole Ritchie's dogs but with more love and care. Mercedes has so many clothes we call them "Mercedes' wardrobe line." Basically Mercedes went from rags to riches! [Editor's note: The last two times the editor saw Mercedes, she wore (1) a faux leopard coat with hood; and (2)a pink striped sweater with pink sneakers on all four paws.]
Are you ready for a good read about you and your dog? If so, pick up What Wendell Wants: Or How to Tell If You're Obsessed with Your Dog by Jenny Lee (New York: Bantam Dell, Random House, 2004)... Visit The Doggone Monthly Archives |
"There are two ways of spreading light: to be the candle or the mirror that reflects it." ~Edith Wharton
Everything I need to know I learned from Noah's Ark. ONE: Don't miss the boat. TWO: Remember that we are all in the same boat. THREE: Plan ahead. It wasn't raining when Noah built the ark. FOUR: Stay fit. When you are 60 years old someone may ask you to do something really big. FIVE: Don't listen to critics; just get on with the job that needs to be done. SIX: Build your future on high ground. SEVEN: For safety's sake, travel in pairs. EIGHT: Speed isn't always an advantage. The snails went on board with the cheetahs. NINE: When you're stressed, float awhile. TEN: Remember the Ark was built by amateurs; the Titanic by professionals. ELEVEN: No matter the storm, when you are with God there is always a rainbow waiting. [Anonymous] |
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