Moment of Fame

All this talk about Hurrican Flossie has gotten the Deputy Chief his moment of fame, as evidenced by the pic which appeared in today's Star Bulletin.

What's A Woman to Do?

A.K.A. Big Island vs. Hurricane Flossie

Just got the call here at home (yes, at home...we got the day off!). No school tomorrow! WOW! Now that's hard core. And I suppose that's preparedness. There is some concern that some students will have difficulty coming to school because of the unforeseen weather so the school is taking a proactive decision, being safe rather than sorry.

That's some SMART leaders!!!!

One to Go

It's been a productive puppy selling day. Everyone says, "It must be so hard to get rid of them." Yes. and No. Yes, because they are so darn cute. No because it is quite the chore to care for lots of puppies. Heck, it's hard to care for ONE puppy. Thank goodness I had lots of help from Glen and Kaipo. Before they start eating puppy food it isn't too bad but by 4 weeks you have to start weaning them. It's at that point the mom stops cleaning up after them. So it's pee and poop ALL over. and they always want to poop and then back up into it and go sliding in someone else's poop. I know. It's not pretty. Try going in their box to grab the newspaper covered in pee and poop and have the munchkins come racing towards you nibbling on your crocs, jumping on your leg (and you just KNOW their paws have been stepping in pee and poop) and wanting to play while all you wanna do is get their pen clean just so they can pee and poop. Again. That has been my life for the past few weeks.
All I do is hope that the new owners will never tie them up. Will shower them with the love they crave and deserve. Will care for them like I care for mine. Will love them even when they wander into the next pasture and drag home a stinkie turkey carcass. Or find rotten eggs from who knows what kind of nest and consume them. The breath is horrendous. Or walk through the garden stepping right on top of the new plants. Or bark at 3 am to get out of the kennel to run. Despite all the room in the kennel.
I love my dogs. Am I going to miss the puppies? Yes. A resounding yes. It was a great experience. I shan't experience it again for a few years (famous last words). Many lessons learned.

One male puppy left...going once, going twice...

Too Cute to Not Post

It seems as if they are getting cuter and cuter by the day...four left and counting. We will be transporting at least one to O'ahu on Saturday...any other buyers out there?????

Buh Bye Puppies!

Yesterday, we took one puppy into Hilo to his new owner, then this fine couple drove all the way from Kona to choose a male puppy. One female is headed for O'ahu soon. Four to go! The mommy and daddy are going to be relieved once they have their freedom back! They had a chance to relax in the yard today since it is SUCH a beautiful day.
iphone, are you ready for me?

The Secret Life of Bees

Just finished reading this fine book by Sue Monk Kidd (also author of The Mermaid Chair) thanks to my good friend Kathy Wurdeman who lent me her copy. The Secret Life of Bees is about 14 year old Lily Owen, raised on a peach farm and neglected by her father. She ends up running away (after a bout with the law) and finds solace at the home of three black women, one who is a beekeeper. The author is gifted in her way with words and in interweaving the life of bees with the life of humankind. This quick read is a must for all my g-friends out there!

Five Weeks and Counting

Tomorrow marks the official 5 week old date. One more week until the sale begins! I'm going to miss them (if anyone even wants to buy them) but I know that we will find good homes for them. No-no to the "tie them up all day long" families. These dogs are meant for good lovin' and lots of walks, toys to play with and plenty of play with people time.