National Adopt A Shelter Pet Day 2016

Today is National Adopt A Shelter Pet Day. It is to bring awareness of all the animals in shelters throughout the United States.  Every year, there are an estimated amount of 3 to 4 million animals in shelters looking for a forever home. 

Unfortunately, if a shelter animal can not find a forever home. The unthinkable happens. They will be put to sleep. Shelter animals can put to sleep for a number of reasons. The main reason is overcrowding. The demands for shelter pets do not meet the supply. Sadly, there is not enough space. One must be put to sleep to make room for new shelter animals coming in.

An animal can be held for several days before it is put to sleep. However, if it is an owner surrender. It can be immediately. Black and bully breeds (pit bull, mastiff, rottweiler, etc.) coming in to shelters are a death sentence. As they are hard to adopt. If one comes in with a sniffle, it is automatically put to sleep. In order to prevent an outbreak in the shelter.

Excuses people give when surrendering an animal to an animal shelter : 

1. I'm moving or getting a divorce.

2. The dog is bigger than I anticipated.

3. I don't have time for him.

4. She won't stop chewing on things.

5. I don't want the stress of finding a home.
6. I'm having a baby.

Why should you adopt a shelter pet?

Adopting a pet from a shelter is cheaper than buying from a breeder. As shelter dogs are not only mixed breeds and mutts. I know of a breeder who will surrender a litter if they have to many. Or if all are not bought by a certain age. 

Your adopted pet will be fully vetted before you adopted it. That means the animal will be current on all shots, spayed or neutered to prevent more unwanted litters. Plus, be microchipped. 

I could go on and on about reasons why you should adopt a shelter pet. However, I won't. I will say the main reason why you should adopt from a shelter : You're the animals last hope before death. 

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WW : Dinner Date At Kissners

Things have been rather busy at my place. Between watching my 22 month grandson and having two roommates in my tiny home. Which already includes two adults and two teens can get pretty hectic.

Yesterday, I went on a dinner date with my boyfriend. As we very much needed some alone time. We had not had a date or any alone time longer than I would have liked.

We went on our dinner date to a local place called 'Kissner's'. As we had not ate there in awhile. Kissner's has been around since before I was born.

The place still has the original bar from back in the good old days. When saloons lined up and down the street of Defiance. Before all the hustle and bustle of modern life.

My boyfriend ordered the 'Carl' burger or was it the 'Carl Jr.' The burger was named after the current owner. It is the biggest burger on the menu. What I like about this place, the owner still works there. He actually brought us our menus' and took our drink orders. before telling us who our waitress would be. Not places do that anymore.

I had to share this photo to show how big the 'Carl Burger' actually is. It is almost as big as my boyfriend's head. 

I ordered the 'Sizzler Boy', which is a sizzler served with mushroom and swiss cheese on a hoagie bun.

I won't ruin the surprise on learning the history of 'Kissner's". If you are ever in the NW Ohio area, looking for a good place to eat. Stop on by "Kissner's". 

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This post was written as a part of an ongoing series every wednesday called "Wordless Wednesday". To learn more about it. Please go to the tab page marked "Wordless Wednesday".

Wildlife in Your Backyard

I was out doing more work in the yard when my family and I came came across a few of the local wildlife. The past couple of days my boyfriend and I have seemed to noticed more than usual.

My boyfriend seen this big "bullfrog" sitting in a parking spot. He picked it and gave it to a man who was going to put in near the edge of his pond. 

This little fellow was found among the pallets my teenage son had to move in order to mow under. He was moved to a different place in the yard.

It is a "Jefferson Salamander", which spends most of it's life underground.

This little "Grey tree frog" was found while my daughter and I was redoing the small flower bed out in the front yard. She moved one of the centerpieces that use to go to a covered wagon. The grey tree frog was moved to another location.

This "Garden Centipede" was found with the grey tree frog. It scurried away. As soon as we separated the two pieces. Which is a good thing. As they are equipped with venom claws behind their head.

A set of rabbits play out in the front yard every morning. They are "Eastern Cottontails" rabbits. They are commonly found throughout the state I live.

What kind of wildlife do you find in your backyard?

WW: Hiding Spot

Moose the Chug : Oh no! Mom found my hiding spot!

Rascal the Chihuahua mix : You have a hiding spot, where?

The hiding spot between a tree root and a dandelion.

Moose the Chug : I have to find a new hiding spot!

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This blog is participating in the "Wordless Wednesday" Challenge. It is a blog post with one or as many pictures as you can share to tell a story. You try to use as few of words as possible. Some blogs require a certain amount of words to post. Those are find to participate as well. the main thing i sto share photos and have fun with it.

Rascal In His New Swag

Starring 'Rascal' the long haired Chihuahua / wire fox terrier mix. Check out his new fab t-shirt for under $5.00. Which can be found on the 'WISH' website and app.

Rascal striking a pose.

Rascal wondering where his treat is for doing all these poses.

Nothing can tame the wirey hair on this dog.

Last pose of the day!

I hope you enjoyed Rascal little walk and pose on the runway. The out fit can be bought through the 'WISH' website or app for less than $5.00 which includes shipping and handling at this low price. 

Rascals The Chiahuahua Mix New Out Fit

For my 'Wordless Wednesday' post today I want to share photos of Rascal and his new outfit. I even managed to get a close up. Rascal doesn't look so tiny in his close ups.

Rascal relaxing on mommy's lap.

Front shot of Rascal's new outfit. Plus, his dirty mouth mommy didn't notice til after taking this photo. lol.

Rascal looking in the camera thinking,"Why does mommy keep pointing this thing at me?"

A close up of rascal's shirt. To be able to see the color better. I love this color of blue. rascal does wear it well.

Selfie of Rascal. He sits so well when I take photos.

Last photo of close up of Rascal. Can you tell there is a dog  in the picture under all that fur?

I decided to share in a black and white scale. As we all know how close ups tend to show the worse in photos. No matter what effect I tried. It made his fur look a yellow or a dark brown. Which is not his coloring at all.

One thing I noticed with photos, some look better in black and white.

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I would not wait long to sign up. Sign ups go fast before they close for new members again. Once membership closes. it will be a long time before opening again.

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National Pet Day

Today is National Pet Day!

National Pet Day is a day to show your pets how much you love and care for them.

My pets Moose and Rascal.

Show Your Pet That You Love Them

  

1. Take photos of your pets and show them off.

2. Write a blog post telling about your pets. 

3. Buy your pets some toys.

4. Give your pets some treats.

5. Take extra time to devote to your pet today. By spending extra time with them. It can be by walking them, playing with them or grooming them. 

Rascal, a 5.6 lb. Chihuahua - Wired terrier mix

Rascal my chihuahua mix loves to lay back while getting his long hair brushed out. He usually falls asleep.

Show You Love Pets When You Do Not Have A Pet  

1. Donate to a local shelter. You can donate food, blankets, toys and treats. Call your local shelter to see what they need the most.

2. Spend time with a shelter animal. Either by walking or petting them.
3. Adopt a new pet
4. Visit your friends who have pets. Give their pets some undivided attention.
5. Host a drive for your local shelter to collect donations from the local community.

Earn By Sharing Your Photos

Thanks for dropping by my blog. How do you like the change to the blog's background? I hope you like it better than the brick rainbow.

The reason I am writing this blog post is to tell you about a new website I learned about where you can share your photos and earn online.

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I decided to create my own photo for Fliiby. That is how much I love taking photos and playing around with them.  Fillby allows me to upload my photos and earn from them. 

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Have You Seen These 11 Friday Freebies Yet?

Good morning everyone! I will try my best to find and share a nice selection of freebies and sweeps I can find. I hope you enjoy. Remember if any website asks where you heard about the freebie, sweepstakes or offer. You need to say from a  friend. I would appreciate it.

1. Free milk mustache stickers : Scroll down the page, Click where it says load more for the option to appear. Fill out form.

2. Free ice cone at Carvel on 4/21. Mark your calendars now. All customers will receive a free junior soft serve cone. 

3. Tryazon : Sign up to host a party to try new products. This website is similar to Houseparty and other such websites.

4. Free pocket size of Declaration of Independance  - Fill out form and select get your copy.

5. Earn $5.00 for joining - Keep earning by answering questions or starting your own.

6. Pampers rewards - Put in the code TWBA187432FGE16 to earn 5 pampers reward points. Offer good to 4/10.

7. Free flexible tailors tape - Sign u and fill out form. 

8. Free sample of Hipposak trash bag - Fill out and submit form.

9. Free travel mug and more - Join eclub to get a free travel mug, coupons, and more.

10. Free bag of Cosequin Chews for your dogs - Sign up for a 30 day challenge to receive a free bag of soft chews for join supplements for your dogs.

11. Free veggie start guide - Fill out form to receive a free copy of  veggie start guide.

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WW : Happy Birthday Babe!

My daughter and I

My boyfriend's birthday was Sunday April 3rd. For the birthdays in the family, we allow each family to choose where they want to go.

The birthday boy!! Happy Birthday Babe!!

My daughter waiting for her food.

Look at all the tv's on the wall at the sports bar! Thats only one wall.

Buffalo Wild Wings Menu

My boyfriend choose to eat at Buffalo Wild Wings. It was the first time we visited this place.

Onion Rings

My boyfriend order onion rings with queso cheese to dip in.

Can you tell my daughter likes her photo taken? Check out her beautiful smile!

Blue Cheese Burger

I choose to order the Blue Cheese Burger. It was the best burger I have ate in a very long time. These guys know how to cook a burger.

Teriyaki boneless wings

My daughter choose to get an order or teriyaki boneless wings. She ate half of the order and took the rest home. Her eyes were bigger than her stomach.

Chicken Philly Cheese

The birthday boy ordered the Chicken Philly Cheese sandwich. He ate almost all of it. It was a very messy sandwich. I would not recommend to eat it if you have a white shirt on.

Caramel Chocolate Cake

I told the waitress it was my boyfriend's birthday. She said they are no longer allowed to sing for the birthday person. However, she was able to give him a free piece of cake. 

My boyfriend was glad the place was no longer allowed to sing to the birthday person.  

Banana Split Ice Cream Cake

My boyfriend requested a banana split ice cream cake for his birthday. That is exactly what he got. 

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10 Friday Freebies 4/01/2016

Sharing all the freebies, sweepstakes, etc. I can find today. Hope you like what you find. Remember if they ask who recommended the freebie. Always select a friend. Thank you.

1. Free sample of Green Mountain K-Cups - 

http://www.greenmountaincoffee.com/

2. Free Krispy Kreme Doughnut - Celebrate the Harvest. Free original glazed doughnut participating US / CAN shops.

3. Free Dry Spray from Family Dollar - Must like Facebook page to see the form to fill out.

https://www.facebook.com/familydollar/app/194975693850063/#_=_

4. Get a free hat or $10 in coupons from RedSeal - Must be 21 years old or older - https://www.goredseal.com/redseal/

5. Join Spinn Coffee Community, refer your friends for a chance at a spinn coffee maker and or free coffee. Join community, share through social media, leave comments :  http://queue.social/mXfth1Z

6. Free Back to Nature Cookies or Crackers - Sign up or fill out form. Tell them why you like their cookies and crackers. Select consumers will receive free coupons for cookies or crackers. 

http://mobileentryform.com/FreeBackToNatureSamples/

7. Free Elli Quark Yogurt - Fill out form. Hit submit. http://offers.elliquark.com/

8. FREE Admission to the Institute of Contemporary Art In Boston - Kids 17 and younger free admission. Adults free on Thursday evenings from 5 to 9 pm. Or up to two adults and children under 12 are free the last Saturday of every month. except December.

https://www.icaboston.org/visit/hours-and-admission/

9. Free sample of Arm & Hammer toothpaste - 

http://www.trytrulyradiant.com/

10. Enter to win Free pampers Kandoo Super Power Kits - 

:  http://www.kandookids.com/take-the-oath/