Mother loved her Miniature Schnauzers, Penelope (Penny) and Patrick (Patty). It was decided that they should be bred, with the intent of giving my step-sister 2 puppies and finding loving homes for the others.
My mother had only one child, me; and I'm sure she was sedated as much as medically allowed during my birth.
I have no children, so it's safe to say that between the two of us,
we didn't know nutin' 'bout birthin' no babies
or puppies!
Somehow, I was appointed midwife and was expected to help Penny deliver her pups.
Why are puppies and babies always born in the middle of the night?
All went well until pup #4 was stillborn. I suctioned out his nose and throat, still no movement.
Mother is frantically pacing the kitchen floor, with a cigarette in one hand and a glass of wine in the other screaming,
"Kit, Do SOMETHING!"
I started vigorously rubbing the little body between the palms of my hands and breathing warm air down his throat. I was about to give up when I saw the slightest movement of a paw. My step-father had gotten the blow dryer and we gently blew warm air on the little body.
When he let out a little squeal like a pig, we knew he was going to make it!
That special little fellow would become one of my step-sister's pups.
Mother and I had a wonderful time helping Penny raise her pups.
I would have to say, that was one of the happiest experiences Mother and I ever shared.
Thank you for allowing me to share it with you.
Today would have been Mother's eighty-first birthday.
I'll Be There" is a soul song written by Berry Gordy, Bob West, Hal Davis, and Willie Hutch, which resulted in two U.S. number 1 hit singles: the original 1970 recording by American vocal quintet The Jackson 5.
The Jackson 5 original was recorded for Motown Records, and released as the first single from their Third Album in 1970. Produced by the songwriters, "I'll Be There" was The Jackson 5's fourth number 1 hit in a row, following "I Want You Back," "ABC," and "The Love You Save." "I'll Be There" is also notable as the most successful single released by Motown during its "Detroit era" (1959-1972). It is also the fourth in the group's string of four consecutive number one pop hits, making them the first black male group to achieve this. (wikipedia)
We would like to apologize for not visiting your blogs the last couple of days.
Rama has been cleaning house from top to bottom, in an attempt to make the place look and smell like three large, shedding, drooling (Buddy) Labs don't live here.
Good luck with that, Lady! (Giving her the devil eyes!)
In the meantime, we have been neglected and confined to the dog room.
Friday was Show and Tell day in my classroom. The excitement started early as each student entered the classroom, trying to conceal their "surprise" in book bags, old Wal-Mart bags, and under their shirts.
With a little planning and modeling by the teacher, Show and Tell offers a positive learning environment in a casual, relaxed setting.
I honestly looked forward to it as much as the kids.
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Can you believe it's already November?
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This week's musical memory is by a group with whom I happen to have a personal connection.
See if you can follow this:
My first college roommate's brother was college roommates with Dennis Yost at Jacksonville University.
(Kind of a stretch, huh?)
The Classics IV was a band formed in Jacksonville, Florida in 1965. They are given credit for beginning the "soft southern rock" sound. The band and its lead singer Dennis Yost are principally known for the hits "Spooky" and "Stormy", both released in 1968 and both of which have become cover standards. (wikipedia)
My favorite song by The Classics IV is "Everyday With You Girl", but I thought this would be more appropriate today.
My grandfather and I had a special relationship. When USMC sent Daddy to Korea in 1960, Mother and I lived with my grandparents for 13 months. I was the only grandchild at that time and Grandpa spoiled me rotten. I loved every minute of it!
I'm referring to the fact that there has been too much work and not enough doggie-centered activities around here lately.
The Peeps call it "home improvements."
I call it a lot of unnecessary noise and puppy neglect.
Anyway, I convinced them it was time for a break. (If you saw Saturday's post, you'll agree, Rama's been sniffing too much Cabot stain. So, we've loaded up the RV and are headed off into the wild blue yonder.
Blood, Sweat & Tears, the group's self-titled second album, was produced by James William Guercio and released in late 1968. The album was much more pop-oriented, featuring decidedly fewer compositions from within the band. (David Clayton-Thomas, however, had already mounted a solo career as a singer/songwriter over this same time period, beginning with an album released in 1969 by Decca).[1] The record quickly hit the top of the charts, winning Album of the Year at the Grammy Awards over The Beatles' Abbey Road, among other nominees.wikipedia
I'd like to dedicate today's song to Ms. Kim at Golden Pines, Ms. Phyl, and everyone who helps with rescuing and fostering. Thank you for all the love and comfort you provide.
I taught primary school for 27 years, and loved every minute of it. I am now enjoying retirement on 30+ acres in the north Georgia mountains with my husband and Labrador Retrievers.
When we aren't hanging out in the woods, we enjoy traveling in our RV w/ the dogs. One of our favorite destinations is the Pacific Northwest, especially the Oregon and Washington coasts.
My parents are deceased, I am an only child and have no children; therefore, my husband and dogs are my family.
My blog and blogging friends have taken the place of my classroom and students.
You could say, I've gone from SCHOOL DAYS to DOG DAZE.
Congrats to Matt, 2014 Yukon Quest Rookie of Year, Vets' and Spirit of North Awards and 3rd Place
Yukon River, South of Eagle, AK~ 1996
"I expect to pass through the world but once. Any good therefore that I can do, or any kindness I can show to any creature, let me do it now.. Let me not defer it, for I shall not pass this way again." Stephen Grellet (1773-1855)
Home Sweet Home
Out in the Boonies...
Our Place
My Family
Hubby and Sassy-Oregon Coast 2006
Zack-Rescued November 2001
Sassy-Retirement gift to myself, May 2005
Buddy-Rescued March 2007
Arctic Circle~1996
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