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  1. Audiobooks, earphones, phone chargers Books, sudoku, word finds Car shoes - I don't like to travel with icy/snowy/salty shoes so I always take a pair of slip on shoes to drive or ride in. I keep my outside walking boots/shoes in a grocery bag within easy reach and change after pulling into a gas station/rest stop and change back into the slip ons before leaving. It adds a few seconds to the trip but helps maintain cleanliness and comfort. Old towels or inexpensive throw rugs to protect the floor of the car from mud and salt If you'll be traveling through states that salt the highways, make certain you have topped your windshield wiper fluid. Cleaning the dratted dried salt can drain fluids Nighttime driving - flashlight with extra batteries, something to clean snow-/saltcovered headlights
  2. I am so sorry. I hope you have fully recovered. Sending so many hugs.
  3. That's what I have been told might happen. They wanted to give me a heads up about what clothes to bring to wear home.
  4. Yes, it's fairly big. A lot like this but a bit bigger; I don't think it's manufactured anymore. Plus it came with accessories like the stairs, exterior handle, brand new cover, the cover lifter, extra filters. It is a nice hot tub and nothing we would ever have bought for ourselves but when a gift came our way, we were not turning it down.
  5. I love my hot tub. We have had it four years and I use it at least 4 times a week. Ours sits outside in our backyard. We were gifted the hot tub from our neighbors when they sold their house and the new owners didn't want the hot tub. Our 'free' hot tub ended up costing us over $10,000 to have installed, however. The expense came because our town has strict rules for a hot tub pad (cement thickness, rebar for grounding, wiring regulations, etc). We tried to go under the radar (like most people) and just set it up but we remodeled our kitchen and when the city inspector came he saw the tub and tagged it. In order to keep it, we had to pour a new pad and hire an electrician. The hot tub was a $25,000 tub, though, so we are still under cost. We also had to file some paperwork with the local water district stating the hot tub was not tied directly to our water spigot and that we fill it with a hose. I wish our inspector would have looked the other way when he saw it. It was just bad luck on our part as most people in our area did not have to go through what we did and most hot tubs are not up to code (or so the inspector says). As to the day to day, maintenance is easy. It does cost a bit to keep it running in the winter but I have opted to pay for it because there is nothing better than sitting in the hot tub while it is snowing.
  6. Yes, if I knew I could afford the medical bills. I think I would purchase the pet insurance, take that baby to Petsmart, load up all of the things, and give him the best few years I could. Yes, loving a senior and knowing the end might be near would be something I kept in the back of my mind but little dogs can live up to 18+ years. Can you take your 3yo dog for a meet and greet? If they get along, go for it.
  7. Wonderful update. I am so happy for your family. Hope your little one feels better soon.
  8. And this is what I think a lot of people do not understand. Dogs need time and space for zoomies, sniffing, jumping, playing, etc. Many active breeds are under exercised and then exhibit behaviors that reflect their boredom and inactivity. It's one reason why there are so many malinois being rehomed. I have an affinity for the Belgian breeds and am interested in their plight and I know it has nothing to do with the op. OP - I hope your DS and DSIL can find the best dog for their situation. Dogs are such wonderful companions and I wouldn't give up my two for anything (even the new rescue who gets on my nerves daily). If they are not in a hurry, I would suggest lots of research and meet and greets (with the young children in tow in order to gauge a rescue dog's response to children). I thought I was an experienced dog owner and I am, with Belgians. Not so much with Border Collies. This Border Collie is on a whole other level and needs different training, handling, and exercise than my Belgian. Was I prepared for her? Nope. Am I trying my best? Yep. I had a 14 yo Belgian when I brought home my puppy (now my 2.5yo). Having the puppy gave my 14yo more energy and desire to get up and live again. He began eating from a bowl instead of out of my hand and gained weight. The puppy also wore him out and he took longer naps. But the bond they formed was wonderful and I knew my older dog wasn't lonely when I had to be away from home. As he aged, he was losing his sight and hearing and needed someone (usually me) to offer comfort. The puppy helped fill that niche when needed. I think the puppy helped my dog have a good final year. My older Belgian passed away just after his 15th birthday. My puppy was just over a year old and had never been by himself. It took a while for him to get used to not having the older dog around. He would look for him around the house and in the yard and just go lie in his spot. It was heartbreaking. His need for a companion is one reason I chose to get a second dog. I am finding out that not only are there Cat Ladies, there are Dog Ladies too.
  9. Hello all~ I hope your July and yearly goals are progressing nicely and you are enjoying seeing your progress. After much consideration, I have decided not to continue posting the goal threads. I wish you all the best in setting goals and finding peace and joy in your lives. Thank you for joining me in this journey.
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