Please and Thank You
I want to thank you all for your kind words, your prayers and that powerful energy you sent my way. It truly does make a difference.
Because we all need a laugh!
I believe like many of you do, that when one door closes, another opens. But when it’s me that’s standing in that hallway, I need you to remind me of what I believe.
I am breathing. I am reminding myself to not fight, but to go with the flow. That all things happen for a reason, including this.
Last night I thought about our current circumstances, and made some decisions about some things. I decided that it’s time to make some changes.
Keep that positive energy flowing my way as I move forward.
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Rumpy is in the running for Mr. World Spay Day 2013. Thirty of you voted for him yesterday. To you I give a big hearty thank you.
For the rest of you, I offer this rationale for putting him into the race:
Recent studies have shown that one of the BEST determinants of responsible pet ownership is in providing needed medical care.
We all know that spaying of companion animals is important. But did you know that most low-cost spay/neuter programs do so much more?
They provide needed vaccinations if the animal has not yet had them.
They offer counseling to the caretaker on how to most responsibly care for that animal, including recommendations regarding veterinary care.
In other words, if we can get people and their pets into the door of a low-cost spay/neuter clinic, the likelihood they will continue to be responsible in caring for that animal increases exponentially.
We NEED to promote this vital service all around the world.
And as more people become proactive in the care of their companion animals, I believe they will also become more proactive in the care of ALL animals.
So I ask you to please help me spread this message to others by voting and by asking your friends to do so as well.
It’s not about Rumpy winning. It’s about ALL animals winning.
Thank you.
February 13, 2013 at 5:41 AM
You are so lovely
You know my heart always beats for you all, my fingers crossed. Good Luck dearest all. Love, nia
February 13, 2013 at 5:43 AM
You are wonderful Nia!!! Thank you!
February 13, 2013 at 5:51 AM
Good luck with the job hunt. Thank you for doing this promotion … and big smiles for Rumpy in curlers.
February 13, 2013 at 6:07 AM
Isn’t that just the best????
February 13, 2013 at 9:19 AM
it is. How’d you do it?
February 13, 2013 at 5:51 AM
When one door closes another one opens. That how I try to look at things. I hope everything works out for you. Now, how on earth did you get Rumpy to pose for that picture – I love it.
Love to all Joyce and Isaiah
February 13, 2013 at 6:07 AM
Guppy made that with a photo shop app!!!
February 13, 2013 at 6:03 AM
You would be a terrific and positive asset to any company that would have you! Prayers for your future position!
February 13, 2013 at 6:16 AM
Thank you so much Maria! It’s much easier to be confident in myself when there are other good folks like you that are confident in me.
February 13, 2013 at 6:18 AM
I hope all things will fall into place. I like your hair styling – how does it look if the curlers are removed? Like an alaskan poodlemute?
February 13, 2013 at 6:23 AM
*gasp-* What is that?????
February 13, 2013 at 6:45 AM
a malamute with poodle-curls ? ;o)
February 13, 2013 at 6:28 AM
OMD! How did your fur look after the curlers???
February 13, 2013 at 6:31 AM
Sometimes making the decision to change directions is more difficult than the change itself. I hope that holds true for you. It has for me. May you find that place in your world that brings you great success combined with happiness and fulfillment.
Murphy and I love the curlers. Woofs n wags!
February 13, 2013 at 6:41 AM
Great attitude Rumpy (Jen) – you all are going to be fine.
February 13, 2013 at 6:48 AM
Wow, what a lot of courage it takes to get a shock and follow it up with taking a deep breath and making a hard decision. I’m impressed and awed by your fortitude.
There are many places that would be blessed to have your creativity and smarts. I wish you good luck in finding the right match.
February 13, 2013 at 7:31 AM
It seems to me that once I face I problem, I find that what I thought was bothering me isn’t the problem after all.
February 13, 2013 at 6:57 AM
Big furry hugs Rumpy x Pleasure to vote
February 13, 2013 at 7:07 AM
Every good wish for the best job for Jen
Rumpy you look very fetching. You off to the Valentine’s ball? mol
February 13, 2013 at 7:10 AM
Hang in there and try to keep your spirits up. Among all the other things, that can be the hardest to do. We’re all pulling for you.
February 13, 2013 at 7:18 AM
It will all be good, Jen. Cheers from over here!
February 13, 2013 at 7:28 AM
I believe it will. Thank you!
February 13, 2013 at 7:20 AM
*hugs* good luck on your journey to find another job. Too bad you can’t move down to the Tampa bay area where I am, there are a lot of houses for rent and there are some jobs as well. Whatever you decide, I’m sending positive thoughts to you.
February 13, 2013 at 7:28 AM
we are not opposed to Tampa. I will look online and see what’s available that might fit! Thank you!
February 13, 2013 at 8:25 AM
February 13, 2013 at 7:53 AM
I’m very sorry about what’s been happning to your family, Rumpy.
I’ll continue to send powerful energy and lots of prayers to Jen and your family.
I totally agree with you asking of the importance of spay/neuter, Rumpy. I shared it on my FB already and am very pleased to do so.
I’m so happy to work for something good for animals with you!
February 13, 2013 at 8:27 AM
LOL!!! I can’t wait to see your hair after those curlers come out! We voted. Keep reminding us and we’ll keep voting. What a great cause.
February 13, 2013 at 8:43 AM
Done! (again
)
February 13, 2013 at 8:53 AM
Oh Rumpy! I have something that would cheer you up.. it’s a valentine award.. please go to my award page to pick it up.. http://peacelovenwhiskers.com/about/awards/
February 13, 2013 at 9:04 AM
I hope it all works out for the best.
February 13, 2013 at 9:25 AM
it will work out rumpy jen and june buggie and all xo aLL love and prayers your way xo
February 13, 2013 at 9:36 AM
Getting Bob to share this on his group page at FB. Being a cat the rollers (like a lot of things) frightened him a bit so he asked me to let you know that he is very supportive as the both of us usually are. Meanwhile, Winston is playing with a bug.
February 13, 2013 at 9:51 AM
Voted again today Rumps. Be of good spirits, God provides, not always what we want, but what we need. Love ya’ll.
February 13, 2013 at 9:57 AM
Good luck in the competition you beautiful dog!! And lots of strength for your family. What you stand for is incredibly important, it helps so many animals all across the globe.
February 13, 2013 at 10:06 AM
Hope you win, and I’m sorry about all the stress you’re going through right now.
February 13, 2013 at 10:28 AM
Haha, Rumpy! I tried curlers in my tail hairs….I hope yours came out better than mine!
Pee Ess: I voted again!!
February 13, 2013 at 10:36 AM
Love the Curlers!!!
That’s the Spirit.. when life gives you LEMONS… Think LEMONAIDE!!!
February 13, 2013 at 12:00 PM
Way to stay positive! And if you ever need a smile, I think that photo of Rumpy in curlers will do the trick! Works like a charm for me.
February 13, 2013 at 12:03 PM
Good Luck Rumpy! 152 votes so far! Rumpy, and family, as you go through this difficult time Cayman & I wish for you to have peace and happiness, always.
February 13, 2013 at 1:58 PM
Voted!
Hugs your way. I know how that goes and it’s rough. How about I send you a cute little fuzzball named Eugene to drive a little bit on Saturday to cheer you up!
February 13, 2013 at 2:00 PM
I just know good things will head your way!
February 13, 2013 at 2:20 PM
Murphy and I will continue to vote every day!! And while it sounds like you’re going through a rough patch right now, I truly believe something better will be on the horizon!
*HUG*
February 13, 2013 at 2:28 PM
Where do I vote at?
February 13, 2013 at 2:53 PM
https://petpageant.humanesociety.org/m/contest.html?page=viewInd&id=129475&contestId=5&utm_source=ar020312&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=spayday13
February 13, 2013 at 4:39 PM
[...] Spay Day and vote for our friend Rumpy here every day until 26 February so he can win – or, as he so rightly says, so all animals can [...]
February 13, 2013 at 4:53 PM
Vote – done.
Positive energy – always.
New job – fingers crossed…(Rumpy, maybe you should become a professional model.)
February 13, 2013 at 5:13 PM
Voted for Rumpy! Try to keep yourself in as peaceful mood, as possible. Sometimes opportunity speaks in a quiet voice. But, when you hear it and know it is right – everything will fall into place!
February 13, 2013 at 5:17 PM
(a) that photo is utterly hilarious!
(b) we voted again – using a couple of different email addresses – woo woo
(c) we asked people to vote for you in today’s anniversary blog – http://wp.me/p1m5Gv-18P
February 13, 2013 at 5:33 PM
Our daily vote is in. Your message is an important one. I know this well. I had 3 puppies before Mom found me. I don’t know what happened to them, and for a long time, I didn’t know what was going to happen to me!
Love and licks,
Cupcake
February 13, 2013 at 7:09 PM
Thank you so much for your support Cupcake!
February 13, 2013 at 5:33 PM
Love the photo Rumpy… Your post title reminded me of an old manager. She lived by those words I think. I’m off to vote for Mr. Rumpy again today!
February 13, 2013 at 7:09 PM
Thank you!!!!
February 13, 2013 at 6:45 PM
Rumpy, you are a poster child for companion dogs. Photoshop or not, it did give me food laugh.
Good luck. I hope you win. (i voted for you yesterday.) The cause is so important. I low income communities. If dogs are not spayed or neutered, the population increases where people don’t have the funds to care for the explosion.
February 13, 2013 at 7:09 PM
Thanks for your vote. you can vote every day!
February 13, 2013 at 8:44 PM
Rumpy, dogs are the best – that’s a great picture.
Houston had a no cost spay/neuter program today with lots showing up. It’s so important.
I’ve passed contest link to my friends who Facebook. Will try to think up a post to highlight your efforts – you are the champ!
Paws all crossed that Jen will discover a wonderful opportunity soon. (Even RC is meditating on it). Hugs and soft cheek pats to all.
February 13, 2013 at 8:54 PM
Not sure what is going on but sending lots of positive vibes!
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Now Rumpy, we must see how your hair turned out after the curlers came off!
February 13, 2013 at 10:09 PM
I love, love that photo of you Rumpy, with your “do” in curlers. But you know what I love even more? The way your human advocates so passionately for our animal companions. You both rock! many good vibes being sent your way.
February 13, 2013 at 10:11 PM
Never lose your hope and faith!! God is with you!!
February 14, 2013 at 2:02 AM
We want to know if there are cat-size curler hats! Some of us have long fur and think we’d look quite fetching if it was curly. OurPerson is voting for you every day, Rumpy, and keeping you and DeDe, Jen and the kitties in her heart until you’re all safe, settled and thriving once again. We love you!! Soothing purrs from all of us…RainboweCatsx8
February 14, 2013 at 4:35 AM
you might look fetching… but the human that put those curlers in your fur might be looking a bit rough after the experience! woo woo! Thanks so much for your votes!
February 14, 2013 at 4:43 AM
I hear echos of myself here…when the house repossession was being battled. No matter what good advice you can offer others its totally different when its you. It can be scary at times, a bit overwhelming on occasion and most of the time a very lonely path via ultimately despite any support you’re walking it alone. Fighting for positivity as you are in making decisions and making definite changes helps a lot – I find it gives back some much needed sense of having a modicum of control over your life – important because these situations can in your darker moments create a depressing and destructive sense of helplessness…and you’re not! You have to walk thru the darkness for a little while to see the welcoming light of relief and new found security on the other side.
February 14, 2013 at 4:47 AM
Thank you. It is true that it can be a lonely journey. But I don’t feel alone. And this will eventually pass.
February 15, 2013 at 2:38 PM
Yes, absolutely it will – keep the faith! And I’m glad you don’t feel alone…cos you’re not! Wolfie hugs
February 14, 2013 at 6:01 AM
You are such a positive force. Keeping you lifted up.