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by Victoria
Tue Feb 07, 2023 3:27 am
Forum: Pets Animals
Topic: Murphy and George
Replies: 2
Views: 2578

Re: Murphy and George

So here we are with two mad dogs and a demented parrot.. https://www.forumgarden.com/forums/ext/dmzx/imageupload/img-files/5107/89ce7a0/1624484/975991d98fc47a397d0763b65a391944.jpg And a lot of love and a lot of free exercise :-) [/quote.. 100% true. We love being out and about with the dogs it mak...
by Victoria
Mon Feb 06, 2023 3:56 am
Forum: Pets Animals
Topic: Murphy and George
Replies: 2
Views: 2578

Murphy and George

So when I was last posting here I had Oscar (border collie) Benny ( beagle ) and Remy (the cross JRT) Oscar died in oct 2012 Remy suddenly on aug 28 2015 most like from a stroke and Benny follwed on June 10th 2016 from old age, he was 15 and enjoyed life right to the last. But there we were dogless ...
by Victoria
Fri Feb 03, 2023 12:55 am
Forum: The Pets In Our Lives
Topic: Mabel & Folly
Replies: 3
Views: 2688

Re: Mabel & Folly

Sorry for the loss of Gracie ..

Mabel and Folly are beautiful but I bet they are a lot of work grooming and keeping clean..
by Victoria
Wed Feb 01, 2023 3:21 am
Forum: Members' News
Topic: Hello Yet Again!
Replies: 33
Views: 2778

Re: Hello Yet Again!

As an aside in the thread, for anyone who lands in it from Googling the content, Big Clive did a very helpful YouTube video on the topic - I've not yet seen a better one. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jRltbhRO-sY Id have to say if you want really good information about dementia delivered in somet...
by Victoria
Wed Feb 01, 2023 12:00 am
Forum: Members' News
Topic: Hello Yet Again!
Replies: 33
Views: 2778

Re: Hello Yet Again!

Hello everyone.. Hi Tabby, sorry to hear about your mum.. If cancer is a killer then dementia is the thief of souls. Its heartbreaking to watch the person you love fade away.. Hugs. Thank you, Victoria. It sounds like you've had experience in coping with it. In some ways it felt like my mother died...
by Victoria
Tue Jan 31, 2023 2:42 am
Forum: Introductions
Topic: Reunion?
Replies: 26
Views: 5050

Re: Reunion?

Well its been a while, most of the forums I used to post on have died out or closed. I assumed the same had happened here, FB seems to have taken over everything. Whats going on with me?.. Good stuff... I have two great dogs to get out and explore the countryside with. I no longer work so I have tim...
by Victoria
Tue Jan 31, 2023 2:33 am
Forum: Members' News
Topic: Hello Yet Again!
Replies: 33
Views: 2778

Re: Hello Yet Again!

Hello everyone..

Hi Tabby, sorry to hear about your mum.. If cancer is a killer then dementia is the thief of souls. Its heartbreaking to watch the person you love fade away..

Hugs.
by Victoria
Mon Jan 30, 2023 12:06 pm
Forum: Introductions
Topic: Reunion?
Replies: 26
Views: 5050

Reunion?

So I received the email inviting myself and other absent members to pop in and say hello...


So Hello... :D
by Victoria
Wed Nov 19, 2014 11:17 pm
Forum: Current Events
Topic: Errrrrr I don't think so
Replies: 11
Views: 1085

Errrrrr I don't think so

<t>Mum lives in wandsworth... <br/> <br/> Talking to the council is worse than beating your head against a brick wall. Her area is now full of forgien students. Time after time she has had to call the police because the students are having all night parties, fights , stabbings,robberies etc they lea...
by Victoria
Thu Jul 03, 2014 12:39 pm
Forum: General Chit Chat
Topic: What the Heck is Going on Around Here?
Replies: 86
Views: 5128

What the Heck is Going on Around Here?

<t>chloe_88;1459154 wrote: well.. You know those times we are shopping and when my back is turned (during my ranting), you suddenly disappear, i turn round and say: Mum i... And then realize i'm ranting in english to a strange dutch lady who i have just called mum..<br/> <br/> So yeah it happens<br/...
by Victoria
Thu Jul 03, 2014 12:30 pm
Forum: General Chit Chat
Topic: What the Heck is Going on Around Here?
Replies: 86
Views: 5128

What the Heck is Going on Around Here?

<t>Chloe_88;1459147 wrote: O well, It happens to all of us at some point ! :wah:<br/> <br/> <br/> My dear child ..are you saying that you sometimes fail to recognise your dear mother and accost strange ( but no doubt stunningly intelligent) women in the mistaken belief that they are in fact your own...
by Victoria
Wed Jun 11, 2014 12:50 am
Forum: Kids Family
Topic: Just us two..
Replies: 65
Views: 45230

Just us two..

<t>Chloe_88;1457029 wrote: True. And not to offend (she might pop up again :wah: ) but my mum isn't very maternal. Great mum but we had to keep up and adapt. No pee pee's and poo poo's, body parts were referred to by the correct names, no I want! I want! always please and thank you. <br/> <br/> Beca...
by Victoria
Mon Jun 09, 2014 1:54 am
Forum: Kids Family
Topic: Just us two..
Replies: 65
Views: 45230

Just us two..

<t>This is your mother...putting my two pennyworth in...<br/> <br/> This is your life your body your time and you should make the choices you want... Together with his majesty of course...<br/> <br/> Other people mean well but they have no idea how you are on the inside. They cannot expect you to li...
by Victoria
Mon Aug 31, 2009 4:28 am
Forum: General Chit Chat
Topic: Taking time off
Replies: 117
Views: 7818

Taking time off

<t>Not that anyone will miss me anyway but I thought I would make it known...<br/> <br/> I am taking some time away..<br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> I cant help it but there are some people here who just give me a headache, they start posts which are deliberatly designed not to debate but to inflame and hur...
by Victoria
Sun Aug 30, 2009 8:12 am
Forum: General Chit Chat
Topic: Dog lovers, take heed-
Replies: 1
Views: 502

Dog lovers, take heed-

father kills baby - Google zoeken



mother kills baby - Google zoeken



if you have a partner beware
by Victoria
Sat Aug 29, 2009 10:56 am
Forum: Philosophy
Topic: My ambitions for a new Europe!
Replies: 67
Views: 5174

My ambitions for a new Europe!

Yes to Mandatory euthanaisa but only if joona is number 1 on the list !:yh_rotfl
by Victoria
Fri Aug 28, 2009 3:20 am
Forum: Philosophy
Topic: Conspiracy theories must be banned!
Replies: 16
Views: 1662

Conspiracy theories must be banned!

<t>Do you ever have anything nice to say?<br/> <br/> Does anything you say not include killing someone?<br/> <br/> Do you post here because real world people just will not entertain you anymore?<br/> <br/> Does the place you live in have soft padded walls?<br/> <br/> Sorry but after reading some of ...
by Victoria
Thu Aug 27, 2009 8:37 am
Forum: General Chit Chat
Topic: Did they really say this?!
Replies: 52
Views: 4172

Did they really say this?!

Lunatics taking over the asylum... its scary

Britain banned Gert Wilders but welcomed President Bush!

I bet Gert and GW would get on just fine give them a padded cell together it would solve a lot of problems and rid the world of two loonies in one go.
by Victoria
Mon Aug 24, 2009 9:14 am
Forum: Current Political Events
Topic: We must destroy the islamic terrorists!!!
Replies: 34
Views: 10579

We must destroy the islamic terrorists!!!

Men never do evil so completely and cheerfully as when they do it from a religious conviction.

Blaise Pascal



That applies to any religion. Muslim or Christian
by Victoria
Sun Aug 23, 2009 11:44 pm
Forum: Current Political Events
Topic: Scotland vs the FBI. This should be fun.
Replies: 25
Views: 7724

Scotland vs the FBI. This should be fun.

Consortiumnews.com



People in glass houses and all that?
by Victoria
Sun Aug 23, 2009 12:40 am
Forum: Current Political Events
Topic: Scotland vs the FBI. This should be fun.
Replies: 25
Views: 7724

Scotland vs the FBI. This should be fun.

Moral highground?

Pity they didnt think about morals when the US refused to extidite 4 convicted IRA men to Britian back in the 1980's..... what goes round comes round.
by Victoria
Wed Aug 19, 2009 8:16 am
Forum: Pets Animals
Topic: Vicktims and their torturer
Replies: 9
Views: 892

Vicktims and their torturer

<t>It was wrong I should have stopped it.....<br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> The fact is with any half decent human being ' it' would never have started..<br/> <br/> with any decent human the thought of gratuatously hurting or gaining pleasure from the torture of an animal would have been sickening..<br/> <...
by Victoria
Wed Aug 19, 2009 5:48 am
Forum: General Chit Chat
Topic: Rio, WV.
Replies: 18
Views: 2283

Rio, WV.

In 2007 there were 33 thats thirty three deaths from dog bites in the US

In 2006 there were 30,896 deaths by firearms in the US



Ill take my chances with the dog any day. Its the humans that are bloody dangerous.
by Victoria
Tue Aug 18, 2009 11:56 pm
Forum: General Chit Chat
Topic: How Many forums are you Registered and contribute to?...
Replies: 32
Views: 3043

How Many forums are you Registered and contribute to?...

<t>I have a facebook account and post on several forums some for women only and one for dog owners. <br/> <br/> I tried being more open here but have been stung a couple of time so now confine myself to lurking and the odd reply. Which is sad considering how nice it used to be I joined FG because it...
by Victoria
Tue Aug 18, 2009 2:14 am
Forum: General Chit Chat
Topic: Rio, WV.
Replies: 18
Views: 2283

Rio, WV.

<t>I have aways had dogs and Ive had 3 children. We were very careful and very planned when we bought the babies home.<br/> <br/> As a result we ended up with furry childminders . However from a tiny age my kids were told to give the dog space, do not touch the bowl or food do not pull them while th...
by Victoria
Fri Aug 14, 2009 8:35 am
Forum: Pets Animals
Topic: Vicks signed to the Phila. Eagles
Replies: 60
Views: 4375

Vicks signed to the Phila. Eagles

<t>By re-instateing this man his vile actions have been condoned because by not actively condemming his actions society is condoning it.<br/> <br/> They will now pay him heaps of money for playing a game , he may be given contracts for product endorsments and paid millions for that , he will be chee...
by Victoria
Fri Aug 14, 2009 1:28 am
Forum: Holidays
Topic: Yeah I know what do you mean Christmas?
Replies: 25
Views: 3274

Yeah I know what do you mean Christmas?

<t>Well how many in your family..? You might like to try a secret santa idea set a price limit put all the names in a hat and everybody pulls out a name and buys only for that person upto the budget..<br/> <br/> We had open house on boxing day and my friend and I used to share the cooking sometimes ...
by Victoria
Tue Aug 04, 2009 5:04 am
Forum: Current Political Events
Topic: In my opinion these guys should never see the light of day again.
Replies: 11
Views: 6186

In my opinion these guys should never see the light of day again.

Never see the light of day again.. thats a bit harsh isnt it? they only bashed him a bit a slap on the wrist 18 months in jail that should be enough..

oh no wait its not a dog....now I get it.
by Victoria
Mon Aug 03, 2009 11:21 am
Forum: Wide World of Sports
Topic: Has He Paid His Debt ?
Replies: 68
Views: 17558

Has He Paid His Debt ?

<t>Ok leave kids out of it ... but this guy is a sports star someone kids will look up to, idolise, try to be like, emulate...<br/> <br/> Take a look at the video .. this is what this man does for FUN.. to earn a bit of extra money remember its not one pet dog he abused or beat its dozens of dogs he...
by Victoria
Mon Aug 03, 2009 12:13 am
Forum: Wide World of Sports
Topic: Has He Paid His Debt ?
Replies: 68
Views: 17558

Has He Paid His Debt ?

hoppy;1224064 wrote: How do you equate a dog's worth to that of a child? Leave children out of the question.


Because the dog just as a child is at the mercy of the owner/parent they have no voice.

And because frankly I prefer dogs!
by Victoria
Sun Aug 02, 2009 9:20 am
Forum: Wide World of Sports
Topic: Has He Paid His Debt ?
Replies: 68
Views: 17558

Has He Paid His Debt ?

<t>The maximum penalty was 10 years he served 18 months.. thats laughable or at least it would be if his crime were not so dispicable.<br/> <br/> If he had put children through this kind of torture he would be lucky to ever see the light of day let alone be out after 18 mths but then many will say '...
by Victoria
Sat Aug 01, 2009 11:08 am
Forum: General Chit Chat
Topic: The role of a police officer
Replies: 162
Views: 4034

The role of a police officer

<t>My uncle and cousin were/are police officers in the UK <br/> <br/> My brother(s) are/were prison officers<br/> <br/> My father was in security.<br/> <br/> They have to deal with scum so that the rest of us can lead (what passes for) normal lives.<br/> <br/> However my brother tells me the type of...
by Victoria
Sat Aug 01, 2009 10:51 am
Forum: Societal Issues News
Topic: Assisted suicides
Replies: 41
Views: 5021

Assisted suicides

<t>It is a clear set of guidelines with safeguards. For example someone with alzhiemers or a sickness which will render a patient unable to communicate can make a sort of living will called a declaration of euthanisa in which they lay out exactly what they do and dont want as regards treatment and a...
by Victoria
Sat Aug 01, 2009 12:10 am
Forum: Societal Issues News
Topic: Assisted suicides
Replies: 41
Views: 5021

Assisted suicides

<t>Suicide was a criminal offense in the UK until 1967.<br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> While you do hear of miricle cases lets remember thats what they are, one in a million, the rest die in agony or so doped up they dont know who they are anymore thats not life thats a living death.<br/> <br/> As I now liv...
by Victoria
Tue Jul 28, 2009 1:37 am
Forum: General Chit Chat
Topic: there are kids going hungry and dogs eat caviar
Replies: 12
Views: 5019

there are kids going hungry and dogs eat caviar

<t>You talk about dogs being pampered but why stop there? ban beauty parlors, ban big cars ,ban cosmetic surgery, ban fancy holidays, ban designer clothes. <br/> <br/> In fact ban any luxury for anyone until we have this sorted out.<br/> <br/> Somehow I dont see that working so pick on dog owners ag...
by Victoria
Tue Jul 28, 2009 1:29 am
Forum: General Chit Chat
Topic: Beggars? or scammers?
Replies: 18
Views: 769

Beggars? or scammers?

<t>There are some here who walk up to you in the car par behind the supermarket and ask to take your cart back .. that means they get the euro coin you used to release the trolley. I use a cart coin not real money.<br/> <br/> I know these guys and they are drunks the spend the money on cheap booze a...
by Victoria
Mon Jul 27, 2009 11:35 am
Forum: Word Games
Topic: Occupations A-Z
Replies: 458
Views: 68500

Occupations A-Z

chemist
by Victoria
Sun Jul 26, 2009 1:20 pm
Forum: General Chit Chat
Topic: Family
Replies: 19
Views: 1637

Family

<t>Nomad;1221458 wrote: Are you close to mom and dad ?<br/> <br/> Close to mum and I thought I was to dad <br/> <br/> Brothers and sisters, do they play an important role in your life ?<br/> <br/> I only have brothers and no<br/> <br/> Are they an obligation ?<br/> <br/> No<br/> <br/> Do you feel li...
by Victoria
Fri Jul 24, 2009 1:47 am
Forum: Current Political Events
Topic: One reason never to go on The Jeremy Kyle Show
Replies: 11
Views: 6458

One reason never to go on The Jeremy Kyle Show

<t>OpenMind;1220658 wrote: These shows don't interest me. Nor do shows like Big Brother and Celebrity Island, etc.<br/> <br/> <br/> I agree I saw this show while in England and I was horrifed at the ignorant idiots mouthing off in public about thier disgusting lives, it isnt interesting or newsworth...
by Victoria
Thu Jul 23, 2009 11:06 am
Forum: The Pets In Our Lives
Topic: Pet Food Question
Replies: 5
Views: 939

Pet Food Question

I make my own.
by Victoria
Wed Jul 22, 2009 11:09 pm
Forum: Current Political Events
Topic: RSPCA charge police officer who left two dogs to die in boiling car
Replies: 18
Views: 6183

RSPCA charge police officer who left two dogs to die in boiling car

<t>I always carry water bottles when walking the dogs in warm weather.<br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> In a different but related subject yesterday I found what appears to be a melanoma on Benny's stomach. about the size of my little finger nail its dark black/brown raised and uneven in texture and along the...
by Victoria
Wed Jul 22, 2009 8:52 am
Forum: Current Political Events
Topic: RSPCA charge police officer who left two dogs to die in boiling car
Replies: 18
Views: 6183

RSPCA charge police officer who left two dogs to die in boiling car

<t>This afternoon I saw a french bulldog collapse after its owners played ball with it on the grass luckily it recovered. <br/> <br/> The warning below comes from the RSPCA it outlines how quickly a car becomes and oven and describes the frightening symptoms of heat stroke.<br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> Do...
by Victoria
Tue Jul 21, 2009 11:18 am
Forum: Current Political Events
Topic: RSPCA charge police officer who left two dogs to die in boiling car
Replies: 18
Views: 6183

RSPCA charge police officer who left two dogs to die in boiling car

I hope this high profile case will be a lesson to other people who leave pets in cars.

Your pet can die and you will be prosecuted.
by Victoria
Tue Jul 21, 2009 11:08 am
Forum: General Chit Chat
Topic: Jon Kate plus 8
Replies: 9
Views: 1099

Jon Kate plus 8

<t>I have heard about this 'show' Ive never watched it I really couldnt care less and think anyone who wants to parade their family on Tv like a circus attraction is sick in the head. What is missing in thier lives that they feel the need to do this?<br/> <br/> To be honest what is wrong with the li...
by Victoria
Tue Jul 21, 2009 11:01 am
Forum: Current Political Events
Topic: Why was he left to die?
Replies: 60
Views: 7962

Why was he left to die?

<t>Tragic but just say he with his self inflicted illness had got that liver who would be left to die? <br/> <br/> A mother ? A hard working young man trying to look after his family? <br/> <br/> There is a shortage of suitable organs available which is why there are strict rules about who should an...
by Victoria
Tue Jul 21, 2009 3:45 am
Forum: General Chit Chat
Topic: Are you a pants or skirt/dress woman?
Replies: 21
Views: 1090

Are you a pants or skirt/dress woman?

I dress to suit my lifestyle, working as a home help and walking 3 dogs so its mostly jeans and polo shirts or blouses for me its the sensible option.

OH would love me to dress up more and Ive told him when he takes me somewhere worth dressing up for I will.:wah:
by Victoria
Mon Jul 20, 2009 12:01 pm
Forum: Current Political Events
Topic: Arise Lord Sugar
Replies: 6
Views: 5524

Arise Lord Sugar

I dont know maybe it would help having straight talking Alan Sugar tell him what a load of bo11ocks some of his ideas are.
by Victoria
Mon Jul 20, 2009 11:59 am
Forum: General Chit Chat
Topic: This is just too funny !!
Replies: 21
Views: 1269

This is just too funny !!

Love it.. a sign of the times :wah:

I remember going to Windsor safari and having to hold the slinding windows on our old mini shut to stop the lions getting in!:-3
by Victoria
Mon Jul 20, 2009 11:44 am
Forum: Current Political Events
Topic: So sad a great writer Frank mcourt
Replies: 3
Views: 5269

So sad a great writer Frank mcourt

I cried reading Angleas ashes. It reminded me so much of my fathers early life.
by Victoria
Sun Jul 19, 2009 12:07 am
Forum: General Chit Chat
Topic: My untidy garden and its inhabitants
Replies: 40
Views: 7314

My untidy garden and its inhabitants

<t>Those were the days ... we had a large back garden where rhubarb and a wild bush of mint grew a cherry tree cast shade over the centre and we enjoyed its friut (if the starlings didnt get there first! The kids played in this safe haven and enjoyed the sunshine.<br/> <br/> Now I live in a corner h...

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