Vissable Views

Archive for September, 2009

There are advantages and drawbacks to caring for your dog as he matures and becomes old.  First, there is the realization that he will not live forever, we’ll get that one out of the way first off. There are practical aspects in caring for an old dog and some of these facets of care can be emotionally satisfying.  Your old dog knows you well and trusts you because you’ve cared for his needs so many times in the past.  When you do administer a treatment that’s a little uncomfortable, he’s more likely to behave well and ‘get over it’ emotionally.  Generally speaking, if food and bedtime are on schedule, he’ll go back to his normal routine. Any improvement in the home environment relating to the old dog’s comfort is well appreciated.  Raised food bowls to help minimise arthritis pain in the neck and legs can help.  Elevated dog beds located in areas of the home where he likes to sleep are crucial to his comfort.  Lying on bare floors or even carpet are no longer adequate; dogs get creaky and stiff just like we do.  If you’ve always washed the dog with cold water from a hose, now is the time to change that.  Warm-water baths are much less a shock to the system; a towel or rubber mat in the tub will prevent slips. Take care of your old dog, and you’ll be rewarded with a happier, healthier friend.

One of my happy moments in life is when I had my first boyfriend named “Vincent”. I do not know why. I just can say that I was so happy during that time because I just felt it. My world was so colorful when he came into my life. That time, I thought he is always or he must be always tired since he’s always running on my mind. Everything was so nice for me. I was so inspired especially to my studies. I even excelled in my academics and I got a flying color during our recognition day. He was one of my inspirations in life. He made me feel special. He made me fee loved. He was a very nice person to me and I can’t really forget him. Another happy moment was the time my two lovely daughters came into my life. They were not twins. They just looked like twins because they only have a one year gap. My life changed when they came. They made me more mature, more responsible, more frugal, more understanding and more loving. Life with them was full of challenges as well as full of fun. I may be feeling tired but my mood changes like being happy as long as they’re with me.

About three years ago I switched from using a Windows based PC as my primary computer to an Apple MacBook Pro. I was a bit nervous about the transition but the timing couldn’t have been more convenient. I had just switched jobs and my new job would pick up the tab for my new computer. This was a big part of my decision. I also wanted to switch to a Mac because I had heard so much about how they “just work.” Supposedly the hardware and the software were designed with more unity than your typical PC. I saw the logic in this argument since Apple made both the machine and the core software that I was interested in using. Since switching I haven’t looked back. I’ve had occasion to use Windows PCs since the switch and I’m always glad when I can get back to my Mac. The switch has turned out to be a permanent one for me.

My daughter is just about 15 months old. Everything is so new to her. As I go about my day, I pass things by without thinking twice. But, Luca, my daughter has to touch everything she can get her hands on. If she can help it, she’ll taste everything too. Apparently dog food tastes better than cereal and long dead bees too good to give to mommy and daddy when they ask her for it. If I am carrying her around the house or now even in the stores, she points to everything asking “that?”. Her face just lights up the room when she gets to see something new or we read her a favorite story with Pooh pictures in it. Her wonderment is something to behold. It is just amazing how every day things are just so amazing and new to her when we have gotten so used to those same things.