Poor Sammy!!! Long

"Melissa Houle" wrote in message
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There is a definite difference, yes. I'm fond of clean sheets myself,
although making my bed each morning is one of the few things I actually
do.
=o)

I just never can get up the energy to do this before going to work every
morning. It may have something to do with Sammy helping me put on my
make-up and get dressed!! ;

He had this look of "Sorry! I know it's on the carpet, but I just lost
control!" He was very old and arthritic at the time we finally had to let
him go, and it hurt to watch him try to walk. When Pippin no longer
wanted
to go for his W-A-L-K, it was a definite sign he wasn't enjoying life,
anymore.

Awwww! I had a d*g named Pippin (RB) too! He was *so* wonderful with the
kids. Heas was a mixed breed, but mostly golden lab.

Well.... that confirms it, you ARE a saint. =o) But this is your family,
and you know them best. I can understand not wanting to hurt her feelings
or your DH's. I think that *I* might leave in the circumstances, instead.
Ah well, it's just for a few more days. Maybe her dogs need a nice,
vigorous
walk out doors?

Melissa


No, not a saint, just a wussy!! The pictures I posted show us outside on
the upstairs deck, I've been urging her to come outside and enjoy to
beautiful weather as much as possible!! wicked grin
http://www.PossiblePlaces.com/MIL/

Hugs,

CatNipped

"Melissa Houle" wrote in message
...
There is a definite difference, yes. I'm fond of clean sheets myself,
although making my bed each morning is one of the few things I actually
do.
=o)

I just never can get up the energy to do this before going to work every
morning. It may have something to do with Sammy helping me put on my
make-up and get dressed!! ;

He had this look of "Sorry! I know it's on the carpet, but I just lost
control!" He was very old and arthritic at the time we finally had to let
him go, and it hurt to watch him try to walk. When Pippin no longer
wanted
to go for his W-A-L-K, it was a definite sign he wasn't enjoying life,
anymore.

Awwww! I had a d*g named Pippin (RB) too! He was *so* wonderful with the
kids. Heas was a mixed breed, but mostly golden lab.

Well.... that confirms it, you ARE a saint. =o) But this is your family,
and you know them best. I can understand not wanting to hurt her feelings
or your DH's. I think that *I* might leave in the circumstances, instead.
Ah well, it's just for a few more days. Maybe her dogs need a nice,
vigorous
walk out doors?

Melissa


No, not a saint, just a wussy!! The pictures I posted show us outside on
the upstairs deck, I've been urging her to come outside and enjoy to
beautiful weather as much as possible!! wicked grin
http://www.PossiblePlaces.com/MIL/

Hugs,

CatNipped

"Melissa Houle" wrote in message
...
There is a definite difference, yes. I'm fond of clean sheets myself,
although making my bed each morning is one of the few things I actually
do.
=o)

I just never can get up the energy to do this before going to work every
morning. It may have something to do with Sammy helping me put on my
make-up and get dressed!! ;

He had this look of "Sorry! I know it's on the carpet, but I just lost
control!" He was very old and arthritic at the time we finally had to let
him go, and it hurt to watch him try to walk. When Pippin no longer
wanted
to go for his W-A-L-K, it was a definite sign he wasn't enjoying life,
anymore.

Awwww! I had a d*g named Pippin (RB) too! He was *so* wonderful with the
kids. Heas was a mixed breed, but mostly golden lab.

Well.... that confirms it, you ARE a saint. =o) But this is your family,
and you know them best. I can understand not wanting to hurt her feelings
or your DH's. I think that *I* might leave in the circumstances, instead.
Ah well, it's just for a few more days. Maybe her dogs need a nice,
vigorous
walk out doors?

Melissa


No, not a saint, just a wussy!! The pictures I posted show us outside on
the upstairs deck, I've been urging her to come outside and enjoy to
beautiful weather as much as possible!! wicked grin
http://www.PossiblePlaces.com/MIL/

Hugs,

CatNipped

In article , "CatNipped"
wrote:



God(dess) give me patience!!

Hugs,

CatNipped

Purrs for patience. You know what they say "You can pick your nose, you can
pick your friends, but you can't pick your relatives. But ya love'em anyway ;o)
Suz
Macmoosette
Thank Heavens There's Only One
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In article , "CatNipped"
wrote:



God(dess) give me patience!!

Hugs,

CatNipped

Purrs for patience. You know what they say "You can pick your nose, you can
pick your friends, but you can't pick your relatives. But ya love'em anyway ;o)
Suz
Macmoosette
Thank Heavens There's Only One
=^..^= =^..^= =^..^= =^..^= =^..^= =^..^=



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In article , "CatNipped"
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God(dess) give me patience!!

Hugs,

CatNipped

Purrs for patience. You know what they say "You can pick your nose, you can
pick your friends, but you can't pick your relatives. But ya love'em anyway ;o)
Suz
Macmoosette
Thank Heavens There's Only One
=^..^= =^..^= =^..^= =^..^= =^..^= =^..^=



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"SUQKRT" wrote in message
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Purrs for patience. You know what they say "You can pick your nose, you
can
pick your friends, but you can't pick your relatives. But ya love'em
anyway ;o)
Suz
Macmoosette
Thank Heavens There's Only One
=^..^= =^..^= =^..^= =^..^= =^..^= =^..^=

ROTFLOL - how true, how true!

Hugs,

CatNipped

"SUQKRT" wrote in message
...
Purrs for patience. You know what they say "You can pick your nose, you
can
pick your friends, but you can't pick your relatives. But ya love'em
anyway ;o)
Suz
Macmoosette
Thank Heavens There's Only One
=^..^= =^..^= =^..^= =^..^= =^..^= =^..^=

ROTFLOL - how true, how true!

Hugs,

CatNipped

"SUQKRT" wrote in message
...
Purrs for patience. You know what they say "You can pick your nose, you
can
pick your friends, but you can't pick your relatives. But ya love'em
anyway ;o)
Suz
Macmoosette
Thank Heavens There's Only One
=^..^= =^..^= =^..^= =^..^= =^..^= =^..^=

ROTFLOL - how true, how true!

Hugs,

CatNipped

in article , CatNipped at
wrote on 9/18/04 9:14AM:

"Melissa Houle" wrote in message
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All I can say is, You are a SAINT!! I can handle personal idiosyncracies
and irritating habits for short periods of time, possibly. But three
Un-housebroken dogs in MY home is way over the limit. No matter how much
I
loved a person, I would NOT tolerate dog pee and poop inside my home, no
matter what standards applied in the guest's home. As my mother can tell
you, I'm not exactly a spit and polish housekeeper myself. I've made my
peace with my inner slob. But untidiness and the filth and smell of dog
poo
lying around are not the same thing. Don't get me wrong, I am very fond

My sentiments exactly. I don't ever really "make" my bed, I just get up and
straighten the covers a bit (the fancy pillows in their fancy shams "live"
in my closet and only come out when company is coming. But I *DO* change
and wash the sheets twice a week (my definition of the difference between
"messy" and "dirty").

of dogs, and I grew up with a wonderful dog whom I love until this day
although he crossed the Rainbow Bridge over 20 years ago. But he was
HOUSEBROKEN!!!! The only time he had an "accident" in the house was near
the
end of his life when he was losing control of all his body functions. It
was obvious he was terribly embarrassed about the incident, as well, poor
old dear.

Awww, poor little guy - that's so sad when that happens to them and their
dignity is hurt.

I know you were giving shelter to your families in a time of great need,
and
it was very generous of you. And you've demonstrated superhuman patience.
I
think though that perhaps its time to give your MIL the bottle of Nature's
miracle and some paper towels the next time one of the dogs has an
accident.
It is HER responsibility to clean that up since she won't take the trouble
to train her dogs. Show her where the mess is, and stand there watching
her
with an expectant look on your face as if to say "Yes, I really DO expect
you to clean that up--now." She can't really accuse you of being

I would, but that might hurt her feelings and cause her to leave early and
*that* would hurt my DH's feelings. The problem is that, with all their
faults, both my MIL and DH are very, *VERY* tender-hearted, kind, and loving
souls. You all know how I feel about kittens, puppies, or any "helpless"
creature - I would rather chew off my right arm that hurt, or hurt the
feelings of an innocent. So, I'll just keep on cleaning and muttering to
myself until she leaves.

inhospitable, at this point. And however much your husband loves his
mother, he must appreciate living in sanitary conditions with you now that
he's used to it. If MIL feels insulted, she can pack up the doggies and
her
poor declawed (ACK! poor thing!) cat and go back to N.O. Then Sammy and
the
cats can get out of Purrdah. A great relief to everyone, I'm sure.

Why are we here if not to let people let off badly needed steam? =o)

Melissa

Thank you - that's really all I needed (that and a good night's sleep) to
help me regroup and get the strength to carry on another day.

Hugs,

CatNipped


Do you think they would use puppy pads? YOu could get some and put them
around while she is there and explain it is just for easy cleanup?