"David's heart can be found in the Shriiiiiine... of the Silver Monkey...."
Why is it that I always update when I have the most to say, and the least amount of energy with which to do it?
The world, may never know....
Anyway, to explain, my energy is down today because I went to the dentist today to get some fillings done and to get my bottom wisdom teeth pulled. It wasn't as bad as I expected it to be, actually, though the shots were pretty unpleasant. One of them actually brought tears to my eyes, but thankfully I was numb immediately after that, so I guess it did its job. I was fortunate that my wisdom teeth weren't impacted at all, so they were just able to be pulled out like any other tooth. Even though it didn't hurt, I could still feel it moving around in my jaw bone while it was being pulled - It was crazy! I completely expected to feel pain because of that, but luckily, I felt nothing. I'm just glad that they're out and I'm not in horrible, terrible pain.
But regardless of the fact that there was no actual pain involved in the pulling of the teeth, there was definitely a lot of anticipation and anxiety and fear about the whole incident, plus my jaws are ridiculously sore from the countless number of shots I got, so that is the reason for the lack of energy. I'll be sure to hit the highlights, though, even if it isn't particularly eloquent this evening.
....Does using the word "eloquent" automatically make the entry as such?....
So... Onward....
Break has been going pretty well so far, aside from the day before Thanksgiving. Marcelo and I wrote out a list of everything that we need to clean before December 10 when I go to pick up my puppy. We've done a few things, like cleaning out the corner where the puppy's crate will be. It'll be next to the furnace so he has a better shot at staying warm down here in the basement! We have a lot more stuff to do though, so I shouldn't get excited too quickly. But still, progress is progress.
Speaking of the puppy, I went out to see the litter again last Saturday, and I still don't know which puppy I'll be getting! The stud owner apparently can't make up her damn mind, and until she picks, I won't be able to pick, because she has about four of the puppies on hold. I was able to narrow it down to two, though!
It's a tie between these two little guys...
They are "Blue Merle #1" and "Black Tri #2" on Julie's page...
http://jndsaustralianshepherds.homestead.com/piperxstorm.html
I'm hoping that the stud owner chooses one of those two puppies, this way I can get the other one by default and not have to try to come to a decision about which one I would rather choose. But, things are never that easy, so I'm sure I'll end up basing my decision on whichever puppy seems more social and less aggressive. I am paranoid about having another uncontrollably aggressive dog, though I don't expect these puppies to be that way. I have to learn to control my own anxieties about it, though, because if I don't, my fear will translate to the puppy, and then we'll run into a problem.
And, speaking of aggression (what convenient transition topics!), tonight Marcelo and I went to the first session of Puppy Kindergarten, which was for "Two-legged team members only". We were a little confused when we walked in because usually all of the dog training is done on the first floor of the Odeum, but today it was held on the top floor. Things were a little disorganized, but I was all taken care of. I also signed up to attend the Christmas party on December 13th. It sounds like it will be a really good time! But anyway, the Puppy Kindergarten instructors seem very very nice, and the class will be a big class - About 15 dogs. The people, though, seemed... less than enthusiastic. No one laughed, no one smile or grinned... It was kind of frightening, really. What's wrong with people?? But, regardless of the uptight bastards I'll be attending class with (hopefully first impressions are inaccurate...), I'm totally excited about it. I can't wait until the 13th!
More dog news! I was emailing German/White Shepherd breeders for my sister, and I came across this guy who lives not too far from me that is a German Shepherd breeder. This guy, Jim, is friends with the Number 2 German Shepherd handler in the country, and Jim said that he could hook me up with this guy and the two of them could teach me how to handle and evaluate puppies and whatnot. If this actually happens, it would be the most wonderful opportunity in the world for me!! I'll actually be able to finally do something about my passion for dog showing!! Jim is going up to see his handler friend on the 10th, the same day I'm supposed to get my puppy. However, both the handler and Julie are in Wisconsin, so I might be able to make it to both places! I want this to work out so badly! I can't imagine anything I'd rather do with my life...
Well, considering that I'm tired and I want to spend a little time with Marcelo before I pass out, I'm going to leave you with one more thought concerning my puppy - But this time it's interactive! I managed to narrow the list of names I had down to 2 names, but I would like some input from you guys! Which do you like better??
Poll
By the way, about the poll, Ewan is pronounced "You-In", for those of you who may not know! :D
The world, may never know....
Anyway, to explain, my energy is down today because I went to the dentist today to get some fillings done and to get my bottom wisdom teeth pulled. It wasn't as bad as I expected it to be, actually, though the shots were pretty unpleasant. One of them actually brought tears to my eyes, but thankfully I was numb immediately after that, so I guess it did its job. I was fortunate that my wisdom teeth weren't impacted at all, so they were just able to be pulled out like any other tooth. Even though it didn't hurt, I could still feel it moving around in my jaw bone while it was being pulled - It was crazy! I completely expected to feel pain because of that, but luckily, I felt nothing. I'm just glad that they're out and I'm not in horrible, terrible pain.
But regardless of the fact that there was no actual pain involved in the pulling of the teeth, there was definitely a lot of anticipation and anxiety and fear about the whole incident, plus my jaws are ridiculously sore from the countless number of shots I got, so that is the reason for the lack of energy. I'll be sure to hit the highlights, though, even if it isn't particularly eloquent this evening.
....Does using the word "eloquent" automatically make the entry as such?....
So... Onward....
Break has been going pretty well so far, aside from the day before Thanksgiving. Marcelo and I wrote out a list of everything that we need to clean before December 10 when I go to pick up my puppy. We've done a few things, like cleaning out the corner where the puppy's crate will be. It'll be next to the furnace so he has a better shot at staying warm down here in the basement! We have a lot more stuff to do though, so I shouldn't get excited too quickly. But still, progress is progress.
Speaking of the puppy, I went out to see the litter again last Saturday, and I still don't know which puppy I'll be getting! The stud owner apparently can't make up her damn mind, and until she picks, I won't be able to pick, because she has about four of the puppies on hold. I was able to narrow it down to two, though!
It's a tie between these two little guys...
They are "Blue Merle #1" and "Black Tri #2" on Julie's page...
http://jndsaustralianshepherds.homestead.com/piperxstorm.html
I'm hoping that the stud owner chooses one of those two puppies, this way I can get the other one by default and not have to try to come to a decision about which one I would rather choose. But, things are never that easy, so I'm sure I'll end up basing my decision on whichever puppy seems more social and less aggressive. I am paranoid about having another uncontrollably aggressive dog, though I don't expect these puppies to be that way. I have to learn to control my own anxieties about it, though, because if I don't, my fear will translate to the puppy, and then we'll run into a problem.
And, speaking of aggression (what convenient transition topics!), tonight Marcelo and I went to the first session of Puppy Kindergarten, which was for "Two-legged team members only". We were a little confused when we walked in because usually all of the dog training is done on the first floor of the Odeum, but today it was held on the top floor. Things were a little disorganized, but I was all taken care of. I also signed up to attend the Christmas party on December 13th. It sounds like it will be a really good time! But anyway, the Puppy Kindergarten instructors seem very very nice, and the class will be a big class - About 15 dogs. The people, though, seemed... less than enthusiastic. No one laughed, no one smile or grinned... It was kind of frightening, really. What's wrong with people?? But, regardless of the uptight bastards I'll be attending class with (hopefully first impressions are inaccurate...), I'm totally excited about it. I can't wait until the 13th!
More dog news! I was emailing German/White Shepherd breeders for my sister, and I came across this guy who lives not too far from me that is a German Shepherd breeder. This guy, Jim, is friends with the Number 2 German Shepherd handler in the country, and Jim said that he could hook me up with this guy and the two of them could teach me how to handle and evaluate puppies and whatnot. If this actually happens, it would be the most wonderful opportunity in the world for me!! I'll actually be able to finally do something about my passion for dog showing!! Jim is going up to see his handler friend on the 10th, the same day I'm supposed to get my puppy. However, both the handler and Julie are in Wisconsin, so I might be able to make it to both places! I want this to work out so badly! I can't imagine anything I'd rather do with my life...
Well, considering that I'm tired and I want to spend a little time with Marcelo before I pass out, I'm going to leave you with one more thought concerning my puppy - But this time it's interactive! I managed to narrow the list of names I had down to 2 names, but I would like some input from you guys! Which do you like better??
Poll
By the way, about the poll, Ewan is pronounced "You-In", for those of you who may not know! :D