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<title>River's Babbling Brook!</title>
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<description>Dogster diary for the dog River</description>
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<copyright>Copyright 2013 by River &amp; Dogster</copyright>
<pubDate>Fri, 24 May 2013 00:23:45 PDT</pubDate>
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		<title>Awwww....Thanks Everyfur!</title>
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				<pubdate>Thu, 7 Feb 2013 03:54:50 PST</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Thanks to you all for the wonderful Woofday Wishes!  I love all the pretties on my page...**smile**  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Thanks to you all for the wonderful Woofday Wishes!  I love all the pretties on my page...**smile** and I was PDPC Pup of the Day! Phew!  Such a honour! 

I can't believe I am six.....good dawg!  It just feels like yesterday that I arrived in my furever home....

It was great being an only pup....:)   Now of course, there is The Trickle....

She certainly gets her name told to her a lot!  Sometimes it is rather loud!  BOL!

But I sure do love her...

It is my Angel Sister Clover's Annifursary Bridge Day....thanks to all that left pretties and your thoughtful pmails....this is her sixth annifursary...and Mum still feels like it was yesterday, but she knows Clover is having a wonderful time with all her pals.

Clover is PDPC's Royal Pup today! Thanks so much to Bailey & Buttercup and All of PDPC!

Sending love and prayers to all....xoxo River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Well!!  Gadzooks!  I have a new furbaby sister!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/798495</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 24 Sep 2012 09:46:05 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>And yes...my widdle nose and paws are just a tad out of joint...really?  When is the Little One goin ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ And yes...my widdle nose and paws are just a tad out of joint...really?  When is the Little One going home!  BOL BOL!  What?? You mean she is here to stay?

**GASP**

Her name is Trickle...  :)

She nips my tail....nips my ears....eats my kibble....and generally looks CUTE?  Whad be da hecks??  (to quote my wonderful pal Rudy).


AND...she piddles on the floor....Whad be da hecks?? 

Actually...I am very happy to have a new furbling....She is as cute as a bug's ear!!!

She is wonderful when she is sleeping!  BOL BOL!!

My Mum is exhausted....too bad says I ...

BOL!!


Mum's vocabulary has been reduced to:

NO!
Stay
Sit
Pee Pee Outside
Poo Poo Outside
Leave it!

Good Girl...**smile**

All is well!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Oh My Dawgness!!  What a week!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/787242</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 3 Jul 2012 17:42:48 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Awww....thanks everyfur for all the pretties fur my page....each and everyone is entirely precious t ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Awww....thanks everyfur for all the pretties fur my page....each and everyone is entirely precious to me!  **hugs**

WOW!!  The Adopt 2012 Contest is in the Dogster Magazine!!  WoooHooo!!!  ENTER!!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Adopt 2012!  Heh Everyfur!  Check it out!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/786411</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 28 Jun 2012 04:09:21 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Check out the main forums for the Adopt 2012 Contest!  Write in your diary!  Tag a photo!  It is tha ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Check out the main forums for the Adopt 2012 Contest!  Write in your diary!  Tag a photo!  It is that easy!  YAY!!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>7TH ANNUAL ADOPT/RESCUE STROLL CONTEST</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/784709</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 16 Jun 2012 14:19:25 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>It&acirc;s our honor to announce the SEVENTH ANNIVERSARY of the Annual Adopt Stroll and Contest!  Origin ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It’s our honor to announce the <b>SEVENTH ANNIVERSARY of the Annual Adopt Stroll and Contest! </b> Originally created in 2006 by <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/304993">Lucia</a>, we are committed to bringing it back each year!!   A Special Bark Out to <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/238846">Gibbon</a>, who headed the contest and took on the major share of the workload previously and is helping us get started this year.  Arrroooooo!!


So what is this contest about and what do you do?  Details are below!

<b>What is the mission of the contest? </b> :?
This is a contest created by Dogster members.  It provides an opportunity allowing Dogster members to share their life experience as to how an adopted pup has brought joy, love and fulfillment to one’s life. The mission is simple -- to inspire, motivate and encourage others to consider adoption when adding a member to their family. So many beautiful pups wait in cages and foster homes throughout the world. If this contest can change just one person’s mind to adopt, we have accomplished our goal!   Each year we receive many beautiful stories of love and devotion, stories from those who have brought a dog in need into their family and have found much love, some challenges and so many rewards.

<b>Who is eligible to enter, what do you need to do?</b>  :?
All Dogsters are welcome!! Pups who have been adopted, awaiting adoption, transport pets or volunteer or who just support adoption! That’s pretty much every pup! BOL! You do not have to be adopted to be eligible. 

<b>Your entry MUST include a tagged picture and a diary entry or bio on your page. The entry/bio can be a story, a poem, an essay so long as it's on your page! Feel free to be creative BUT it must reflect adoption – and what it means to you. 

How many winners and what are the categories? 

There will be a total of ELEVEN WINNERS this year!!! </b>

There are four categories with several places in the main category (Grand Prize, 2nd, 3rd and Five Honorable Mentions) for the <b>MAIN ADOPTION CATEGORY</b>, ONE WINNER for the <b>RAINBOW ANGEL CATEGORY </b>(added in 2008), and ONE WINNER for the <b>SASSY’S SENIOR CATEGORY </b>created especially for <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/240717">Sassy</a>, a beloved Dogster member who went to the Rainbow Bridge this year, a contest judge and strong supporter of the Dogster community and the contest (added in 2010). Pups who are 8 years or older are eligible to enter into this category and we suggest your diary entry be more specific to adoption and senior living, and a category added just last year,  <b>SPECIAL NEEDS</b>!!!!  To be eligible to enter for Special Needs, you must have a physical disability and/or have a chronic or terminal illness. If you are unsure if you qualify, please contact one of the judges to assist you. We suggest your diary entry be more specific to adoption and special needs!


<b>What's the Deadline? </b> :?
Pictures must be entered before <b>Sunday, July 8th @ 9 pm Dogster time (PST)</b> ~~ that gives you plenty of time to decide on your entry and ask us any questions!


<b>Can you enter more than one picture? </b>  :?
Only ONE picture per pup. If you have siblings or fosters, each dog can have one individual photo entered with their own entry/bio. Entering more than one photo for one pup may result in disqualification!


<b>What type of picture? </b>  :?
Photos should capture 'the good life'. Whether it's lounging on a comfy couch, playing fetch with your human or wrestling with your siblings - any picture that shows the positive impact of being in a great home! Natural pictures are preferred but you can enter a picture that is animated, edited or anything else to celebrate adoption and rescue. No special consideration is given for edited pictures. 

<b>What's the tag for the stroll? </b> :?
For the Main Adoption category, tag your pic ~~ <b>mainadopt12stroll </b>
For the Rainbow Angel Category, tag your pic ~~ <b>Angeladopt12stroll </b>
For the Sassy Senior Category, tag your pic ~~<b> SSadopt12stroll </b>
For the Special Needs Category, tag your pic ~~ <b>SpNadopt12stroll </b>

Not sure how to tag a pic? Then pmail <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/103366">Georgie</a> for instructions.

Make sure you check out the STROLLS during the contest! 
<a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/photos/tags/mainadopt12stroll">Main Adopt ‘12</a>, <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/photos/tags/angeladopt12stroll">Rainbow Angel Adopt ‘12</a>, <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/photos/tags/SSadopt12stroll">Sassy Senior Adopt ‘12</a>, <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/photos/tags/SpNadopt12stroll">Special Needs Adopt ‘12</a> </i>


<b>What about the diary entry/bio? </b> :?
For your diary entry, you must title the entry <b>ADOPT 2012 CONTEST </b>so we know which diary to review. We strongly recommend that if you want to use a previous diary entry, please copy it as one of your more recent entries so it will be easier to locate. If it is in your bio, please be sure you also place the same title at the place of the bio you want us to consider. It can never be too short or too long so long as it is about adoption and what it has meant to you. 

We cannot consider an entry that is not appropriately titled. If you have FALLING OBJECTS on your page, please note that some of us judges might have trouble opening your page to read your entry, we will try to notify you but understand that there will be several entries to review. To make it easier, please consider removing the falling objects during the two week judging period. 

Not sure how to make a diary entry? Then click <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/answers/question/how_do_i_enter_a_new_diary_entry_on_dogster_i_tried_from_my_dogs_main_page_and_i_cant_find_it-42984">HERE</a> to find out how! 

<b>Who are the judges? </b>  :?
We have a wonderful circle of judges! Thank you to <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/624826">Alice</a> (3rd Prize Adopt 10 Winner), <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/446638">Ama Bahama</a>  (2nd Prize Adopt 11 Winner),  <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/433826">Amy</a>  (Grand Prize Adopt 10 Winner), <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/376778">Sir Austin</a>, <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/552101">Bailey</a>, <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site  onClick="alert(\'Dogster Alert: You are about to visit an outside link that was submitted by this pet owner.\');" href="http://www.catster.com/cats/449773"> Dusty the Puppycat</a>, <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/655533">Flicka</a>  (Honorable Mention 2012 winner), <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/103366">Georgie</a>, <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/693382">Georgie Girl</a>, <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/238846">Gibbon</a>,  <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/1131383">Kiki</a>  (Grand Prize Winner 2012),   <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/993555">Raven “Tiki”  Mystique</a> (2nd Prize Adopt 10 Winner), <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/591732">Riley</a>,  <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150">River</a>, <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/371386">Rudy Patudy</a>, <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/410740">Shiloh</a>,  <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/395208">The Fabulous Conway Sisters</a>, <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/264649">Mrs. Trudy</a>

<b>OUR 2012 PRIZE LIST!!! </b>

We thank all the individual pups and businesses who have reached into their pockets and hearts.  We encourage you to click on their links below and visit their sites! Special shout out to Dogster for being a HUGE supporter and donator of our contest. We would all not be here as a community to celebrate us pups if it were not for Dogster! 

All entries for all three strolls are eligible to win any of the MAIN category slots (Grand, 2nd, 3rd and five HMs). The Rainbow Angel and Sassy’s Senior categories are reserved for entries who tag the applicable strolls. 

<b>During the contest period to submit entries, Dogster members can contact <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150">River</a>, <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/264649">Trudy</a> or <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/103366">Georgie</a> if they would like to continue to add to the list of prizes. We will revise the list during the contest and note the prize as NEW 

SPECIAL NEEDS </b>
150 zealies donated by Dogster 
100 zealies donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/240717">Sassy</a>
50 zealies donated by <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/376778">Sir Austin</a>
50 zealies donated by <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/440610">Peaches</a>
50 zealies donated by <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/467498">Chipper</a>
50 zealies donated by <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/1217594">Rigby</a>
$40.00 to a Rescue of Choice donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href=" http://www.dogster.com/group/Snoop_dog_beagleys_llc-3412">Snoop Dog Beagleys Group</a>
$25.00 to a Rescue of Choice donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/103366">Georgie</a> and <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/152512">Jackson</a>
$75.00 Rescue Donation to Best Friends in Utah in the name of all the winners collectively donated by <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/655533">Flicka</a>, <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/655535">Lucas</a> and <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/655745">Cleo </a> (I.M) 
$25.00 Gift Certificate to <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/535128">Lady, Angelica and Snickers’ </a> store, <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site  onClick="alert(\'Dogster Alert: You are about to visit an outside link that was submitted by this pet owner.\');" href="http://www.pamperedpawgifts.com">Pampered Paw Gifts</a>
$25.00 Gift Certificate to Petco/Petsmart donated by Dogster
$25.00 Gift Certificate to <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site  onClick="alert(\'Dogster Alert: You are about to visit an outside link that was submitted by this pet owner.\');" href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/FleckensFleaMarket">Fleckens Flea Market</a> donated by <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/165170">Flecken</a> and the <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/531801">Weiner Dog Gang</a>
Dogster Plus Membership (either new or renewal) donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/649258">Princess</a> 
Dogster Poop Bag Holder donated by Dogster
Fridge Magnet donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/68720">Sara</a>
Forever Star on dogster page donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/103366">Georgie</a> and <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/152512">Jackson</a>

<b>RAINBOW ANGEL </b>
150 zealies donated by Dogster
100 zealies donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/480092">Murphy</a> 
50 zealies donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/371386">Rudy Patudy</a> in honor of his Angel Sibling, <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/356464">Patch</a>  
50 zealies donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150">River</a>
50 zealies donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/1217594">Rigby</a>
50 zealies donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/165170">Flecken</a> and the <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/531801">Weiner Dog Gang</a>
$40.00 to a Rescue of Choice donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/group/Snoop_dog_beagleys_llc-3412">Snoop Dog Beagleys Group</a>
$25.00 to a Rescue of Choice donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/206009">Rocky, Rainbow Angel</a>  
$25.00 to a Rescue of Choice donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/238846">Gibbon</a>   /<a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/574824">Mia</a>
$75.00 Rescue Donation to Best Friends in Utah in the name of all the winners collectively donated by <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/655533">Flicka</a>, <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/655535">Lucas</a> and <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/655745">Cleo </a> (I.M) 
$25.00 Petsmart or Petco gift certificate donated by Dogster
$20.00 Petsmart or Petco gift certificate donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/624826">Alice</a>  
Opt to Adopt Bracelet by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/446638">Ama Bahama</a>  
Dogster Poop Bag Holder donated by Dogster
Forever Star on dogster page donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/103366">Georgie</a> and <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/152512">Jackson</a>



<b>SASSY’S SENIOR (Seniors are considered 8 years or older)</b>

150 zealies donated by Dogster
100 zealies donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/525784">Logan – Wee Beasties</a>  
50 zealies donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150">River</a>
50 zealies donated by <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/440610">Peaches</a>
50 zealies donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/165170">Flecken</a> and the <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/531801">Weiner Dog Gang</a>
50 zealies donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/371386">Rudy Patudy</a>
$40.00 to a Rescue of Choice donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href=" http://www.dogster.com/group/Snoop_dog_beagleys_llc-3412">Snoop Dog Beagleys Group</a>
$25.00 to a Rescue of Choice donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/206327">Sarge</a>  and <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/1142132">Abby</a>
$20.00 to a Rescue of Choice donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/333674">Eddie Essig, Snoop Angel</a>
$75.00 Rescue Donation to Best Friends in Utah in the name of all the winners collectively donated by <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/655533">Flicka</a>,<a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/655535">Lucas</a> and <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/655745">Cleo </a>  (I.M) 
A custom dog portrait from Artist, <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site  onClick="alert(\'Dogster Alert: You are about to visit an outside link that was submitted by this pet owner.\');" href="http://www.terrystanley.com/home"> Terry Stanley</a>donated by <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150">River</a>
$25.00 Petsmart or Petco Gift Card donated by Dogster
$25.00 Gift Certificate to <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site  onClick="alert(\'Dogster Alert: You are about to visit an outside link that was submitted by this pet owner.\');" href="http://www.justbarksandpurrs.com">Just Barks and Purrs</a>owned and donated by <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/103366">Georgie</a> and <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/152512">Jackson</a>
Opt to Adopt Bracelet by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/446638">Ama Bahama</a>   
Dogster Poop Bag Holder donated by Dogster
Forever Star on dogster page donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/103366">Georgie</a> and <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/152512">Jackson</a>

<b>GRAND PRIZE </b>
200 zealies donated by Dogster 
100 zealies donated <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/240717">Sassy</a>
50 zealies donated by <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/376778">Sir Austin</a>
100 zealies donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150">River</a>
100 zealies donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/525784">Logan – Wee Beasties</a> 
50 zealies donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/165170">Flecken</a> and the <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/531801">Weiner Dog Gang</a>
50 zealies donated by <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/1131383">Kiki</a>
$50.00 to a Rescue of Choice donated by Anonymous Donor
$25.00 to a Rescue of Choice donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/844905">Peanut</a>
 $25.00 to a Rescue of Choice donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/238846">Gibbon</a>   /<a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/574824">Mia</a> 
$20.00 to a Rescue of Choice donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/264649">Trudy</a> 
$75.00 Rescue Donation to Best Friends in Utah in the name of all the winners collectively donated by <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/655533">Flicka</a>, <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/655535">Lucas</a> and <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/655745">Cleo </a> (I.M) 
$50.00 Gift Basket (shipping may be included in value) donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/433826">Amy</a>  and siblings, Tiki, Chili, Moxie and Peanut (In Loving Memory)
Box-O- Toys from Flecken’s Pawkets donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/165170">Flecken</a> and the <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/531801">Weiner Dog Gang</a>
A custom dog portrait donated by Artist, <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site  onClick="alert(\'Dogster Alert: You are about to visit an outside link that was submitted by this pet owner.\');" href="http://www.terrystanley.com/home"> Terry Stanley</a>
$25.00 Petco or Petsmart Gift Card donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/552101">Bailey</a> 
$20.00 Petsmart Gift Card donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site  onClick="alert(\'Dogster Alert: You are about to visit an outside link that was submitted by this pet owner.\');" href="http://www.catster.com/cats/449773">Dusty the Puppycat </a>, <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site  onClick="alert(\'Dogster Alert: You are about to visit an outside link that was submitted by this pet owner.\');" href="http://www.catster.com/cats/1192888">Iris </a>, <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/441493">Ringo</a>  and <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/441532">Webster</a>
$25.00 Gift Certificate to <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site  onClick="alert(\'Dogster Alert: You are about to visit an outside link that was submitted by this pet owner.\');" href="http://www.justbarksandpurrs.com">Just Barks and Purrs</a>owned and donated by <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/103366">Georgie</a> and <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/152512">Jackson</a>
<a   class=bodyTextRev target=site  onClick="alert(\'Dogster Alert: You are about to visit an outside link that was submitted by this pet owner.\');" href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/fuglyfriend?ref=seller_info">  Fugly Friend </a> donated by <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/976162">Hounds of Bassettville</a> 
<a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/182299708457160">Dayzee Quilt</a> donated by <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/519632">Dayzee</a> 
Dogster Poop Bag Holder donated by Dogster
Dogster Plus Subscription or Renewal donated by Dogster
Forever Star on dogster page donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/103366">Georgie</a> and <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/152512">Jackson</a>



<b>2ND PRIZE</b>

100 zealies donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/1203068">Annie</a> 
100 zealies donated by Dogster 
50 zealies donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150">River</a>
50 zealies <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/423397">Cherokee</a>
30 zealies donated by <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/1131383">Kiki</a>
25 zealies donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/467498">Chipper</a> 
$50.00 to a Rescue of Choice donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/365257">Spike</a> and <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/1032056">Drake</a>
$25.00 to a Rescue of Choice donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/238846">Gibbon</a>   /<a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/574824">Mia</a>  
$20.00 to a Rescue of Choice donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/333674">Eddie Essig, Snoop Angel</a>
$75.00 Rescue Donation to Best Friends in Utah in the name of all the winners collectively donated by <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/655533">Flicka</a>, <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/655535">Lucas</a> and <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/655745">Cleo </a> (I.M) 
$50.00 Gift Basket by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href=" http://www.dogster.com/group/Snoop_dog_beagleys_llc-3412">Snoop Dog Beagleys Group</a>
$25.00 Gift Certificate to Petco/Petsmart donated by Dogster
Dogster Plus Subscription or Renewal donated by Dogster
<a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/182299708457160">Dayzee Quilt</a> donated by <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150">River</a> in Memory of <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/972214"> David and Roscoe the Trucker Dog</a>
Karma Krunchies Treats from <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site  onClick="alert(\'Dogster Alert: You are about to visit an outside link that was submitted by this pet owner.\');" href="http://www.thegooddogmacompany.com/shopping/">The Good Dogma Company</a> donated by <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/625065">Bo</a>
Dogster Poop Bag Holder donated by Dogster
Forever Star on dogster page donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/103366">Georgie</a> and <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/152512">Jackson</a>

<b>3RD PRIZE</b> 

100 zealies donated by Dogster 
50 zealies donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/423397">Cherokee</a>
50 zealies donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/165170">Flecken</a> and the <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/531801">Weiner Dog Gang</a>
25 zealies donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/1223527">Ruby</a>
25 zealies donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/467498">Chipper</a>
50 zealies donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/525784">Logan – Wee Beasties</a>
20 zealies donated by <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/1131383">Kiki</a>
$25.00 to a Rescue of Choice donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/165170">Flecken</a>   and the <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/531801">Weiner Dog Gang</a>
$25.00 to a Rescue of Choice donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/238846">Gibbon</a>   /<a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/574824">Mia</a> 
$25.00 to a Rescue of Choice donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/844905">Peanut</a>
$75.00 Rescue Donation to Best Friends in Utah in the name of all the winners collectively donated by <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/655533">Flicka</a>, <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/655535">Lucas</a> and <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/655745">Cleo </a> (I.M) 
$25.00 Gift Certificate to <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site  onClick="alert(\'Dogster Alert: You are about to visit an outside link that was submitted by this pet owner.\');" href="http://www.justbarksandpurrs.com">Just Barks and Purrs</a>owned and donated by <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/103366">Georgie</a> and <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/152512">Jackson</a>
$25.00 Gift Certificate to Petco or Petsmart donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/254027">Gracie Jane</a>
<a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/182299708457160">Dayzee Quilt</a> donated by <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/591732">Riley</a>
Karma Krunchies Treats from <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site  onClick="alert(\'Dogster Alert: You are about to visit an outside link that was submitted by this pet owner.\');" href="http://www.thegooddogmacompany.com/shopping/">The Good Dogma Company</a>  donated by <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/264624">Scooter</a>
Opt to Adopt Bracelet by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/446638">Ama Bahama</a>  
Dogster Poop Bag Holder donated by Dogster
Forever Star on dogster page donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/103366">Georgie</a> and <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/152512">Jackson</a>

<b>HONORABLE MENTIONS will EACH receive…</b>
50 zealies donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/440610">Peaches</a>
to 3 HM’s and by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/165170">Flecken</a> and the <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/531801">Weiner Dog Gang</a>  to 2 HM’s
50 zealies donated by Georgie and Jackson to each HM
$20.00 to a Rescue of Choice from <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/238846">Gibbon</a>   /<a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/574824">Mia</a>   for each HM
$75.00 Rescue Donation to Best Friends in Utah in the name of all the winners collectively donated by <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/655533">Flicka</a>, <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/655535">Lucas</a> and <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/655745">Cleo </a>  (I.M) 
$20.00 Petco or Petsmart Gift Certificate donated by Dogster
Dogster Poop Bag Holder donated by Dogster
Forever Star on dogster page donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/103366">Georgie</a> and <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/152512">Jackson</a>

<b>ALL DOGSTER MEMBER 2012 ADOPT ENTRANTS </b>will receive a rescue ribbon rosette as a thank you for sharing their pic and story of your life and adoption donated by <a   class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/103366">Georgie</a> and <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/152512">Jackson</a>

Get ready, set…GO! TAG those pictures and write those entries! WOOHOO! 

Any questions, you can post here or p-mail me or any of the judges!

~d..  ~d..  ~d..]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>IT'S COMING!  THE ANNUAL ADOPT/RESCUE STROLL IS RETURNING!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/778845</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 6 May 2012 11:59:35 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/778845</guid>
		<description>Guess What?!  The Annual Adopt Stroll and Contest is returning!  We are coming back for a 7th year!  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Guess What?!  <b>The Annual Adopt Stroll and Contest is returning!</b>  We are coming back for a 7th year!  For the last few years, our dear friend Gibbon has done a tremendous job in helping coordinate this huge effort.  Unfortunately, Gibbon is not able to assist us on the front lines this year, but he will be lending a paw from behind the scenes.
 
No worries though!  We have a great team of administrators and judges who are energized and ready to go!  (More details to follow!)
 
So, for those of you new to the contest, our mission is easy :D
 
The contest was created by Dogster members, it provides an opportunity that allows Dogster members to share their life experience as to how an adopted pup has brought joy, love and fulfillment to one’s life. The mission is simple -- to inspire, motivate and encourage others to consider adoption when adding a member to their family. So many beautiful pups wait in cages and foster homes throughout the world. If this contest can change just one person’s mind to adopt, we have accomplished our goal!
 
At this time, we are coordinating donations and we could really use your help! 
 
<b><i>Well, River, how can we help?</b></i>
 
There are generally no rules as to what people can donate. But here are a few guidelines: 

*Monetary donations to charities are encouraged! It really is the intent of the contest to support those who make adoption possible! 
*We encourage donations that can be sent electronically such as gift cards, zealies, purchase of item through site to the winner, etc. 
*For tangible donations (gift baskets, toys, dog stuff), please know that the winner could be an international dogster member so please be aware before you commit.
 
<b><i>I’m in River, I’m in!  But who do I tell?!</b></i>
 
You can contact myself, <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/">River</a> or one of our other administrators, <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/264649/">Trudy</a>. 
 
Details about the contest will be coming very soon.  Once we coordinate this last piece with the donations, we will be making the contest announcement very soon!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My Mum finally told me about my best friend Buddy.....</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/776162</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 19 Apr 2012 05:25:39 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/776162</guid>
		<description>My Mum just couldn't bring herself to tell me about my best friend Buddy....you see, he left for the ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ My Mum just couldn't bring herself to tell me about my best friend Buddy....you see, he left for the Bridge....and she just couldn't speak about it out loud....that would make it real.

So, she finally whispered to me yesterday that my friend had made his journey.  I am sooo sad....you see, he taught me how not to be an "only child"...  :)  and even though I am a girl...he taught me to lift me leg!

I spent a lot of time with Buddy and his brother Peanut....my pawrents and I were just in Nashville and I was with them for a few weeks....

My Aunty Pam is very sad, and I wish I was there so I could hug her close and take away her sorrow....

Buddy's smile will be furever etched in my heart.....

xoxo River....

Buddy's ID 368960...]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>BOL!!  I furgot this one!  FUR MAXI!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/762399</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 29 Jan 2012 03:24:06 PST</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/762399</guid>
		<description>Mum told the lovely lady that if she received an invite to Fancypants! Make sure she says YES!!! ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Mum told the lovely lady that if she received an invite to Fancypants! Make sure she says YES!!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I am a CWAZY Dogster Pup!  BOL!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/762397</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 29 Jan 2012 03:10:01 PST</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/762397</guid>
		<description>So....its has been a while since I wrote....BOL!  But we have now made our way to the Florida Keys i ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ So....its has been a while since I wrote....BOL!  But we have now made our way to the Florida Keys in my motorhome!  Yup...The motorhome is called Run River Run!  :)  ...

I sit on the dash and watch the world go by!  Loving it!

Yesterday my pawrents were in downtown Key West....and Mum starts barking with a lovely lady!  Of course....the conversation goes to puppies  *hug*...and Mum finds out the lady has two sweet furbabies!  Well...there she goes....just tail wagging and barking about our Dogster... OH!!  She paws a pen and paper....writes down all the stuff....gives her my ID#....BOL!!!  I sure hope she joins!  My Mum is cwazy!  BOL!!

Just a wee note to thank everypup that has sent me pretties fur my page **hugs**....you are all very precious to me....xoxo River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Oh My Dawgness!  I LOVE the Ocean!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/753269</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 8 Dec 2011 05:19:01 PST</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/753269</guid>
		<description>We have been on the road now for two months, and the other day my pawrents took me to the beach in S ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ We have been on the road now for two months, and the other day my pawrents took me to the beach in St. Augustine....well....I nearly turned myself inside out with excitement!  BOL!!!

I love swimming in the lake, and haven't been near the water for months now, so when I saw the water I ran like a crazy pup!  WoooHooo!!!

I ran up to the water, and then the tide came in!  BOL!!  I literally ran backwards!!! Not just a step or two....bunches!  I was confused!!  My pawrents, and those around all laughed at me!!  Then I ran back after the wave BOL!!!  Oh My Dawgness!  Did I have fun!  I chased those waves...then ran backwards....chased them again!

Then....I rolled in seaweed!  Pawsome!!! and then the sand!!  Pawsome!!! 

The only downer fur the day was I had to have a shower when I got home....but not after leaving half the beach worth of sand in the car!  BOL!!

Gosh....what a day!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I HATE Peanut Butter!  BOL!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/737353</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 7 Sep 2011 16:13:39 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/737353</guid>
		<description>Mum came home with my &quot;&quot;special cookies&quot;&quot; the other day....and guess what.... :( .....they were pean ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Mum came home with my ""special cookies"" the other day....and guess what.... :( .....they were peanut butter....you would have thought by now she would know better than to have ANYTHING with peanut butter!

So...I am sending her back to the store....which is a 40 minute drive!  BOL!!!  and I think I am going to make HER eat the peanut butter ones!

Whatcha think???]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Dawg Awful Busy !  Chapter 2!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/723406</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 28 May 2011 06:41:46 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/723406</guid>
		<description>It has been a cwazy 8 weeks....and as I said earlier, my Pawrents do not take instruction well!  BOL ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It has been a cwazy 8 weeks....and as I said earlier, my Pawrents do not take instruction well!  BOL!!!

I had to survive with only 2 toys ...  like  .... furever!!  Mumma packed them all...then of course couldn't remember what box she put them in...**shakes head**.  I wandered from the house to the motorhome and back....then to the lake house...all around...my toys were not to be found.  And guess what????  My Pawrents still have not found the box with my toys....**stomps paws**....

NEW toys are in order...yupper....I am sending them away and they have to replace them ALL!!!

We are finally at the lake house, and finally things are calming a bit!  BUT...then they find out the connection fur the computer....MY computer...was lousy.  You see, the lake house is in the middle of a huge lake...so the signals are very weak.  

I have had to make apologies to my pals fur not being able to attend pawties....silly pawrents....**stomps paws**....

But...in a few days we will have a satellite connection!  Yipppeee!  Woof!!!  

Anywoof.....at least I will have some time to play soon!  I sure have missed all my pals... :(  ... 

I am praying fur all my pals that have suffered in the terrible weather....

xoxox River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Dawg-Gone Busy!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/717156</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 1 Apr 2011 06:43:57 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/717156</guid>
		<description>There certainly is ton of activity around my house these days!!! My Mumma made me pack all my toys e ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ There certainly is ton of activity around my house these days!!! My Mumma made me pack all my toys except fur two!!!  **stomps paws**...what the heck???

You see, we are moving!!  :)  Fur the summer, we will be moving to our lake house in Lake of the Woods, Ontario! and fur the winter we will be traveling all over North America!  Well...wherever there is good weather!  I am thinking that will be a heck of a lot further south than here!  

My pawrents bought me a motorhome!  :)  Yup!!  Its called ""Run River Run"" !! and I am going to be the Chief Navigator!!  I have been pawing the atlas...!! Perhaps we can visit some of my pals along the way!  I know fur sure we are going to Nashville to visit my pals Angel Maggie, Buddy and Peanut!!  WooHoo!!! 

But...gosh....until mid May everything is going to be bonkers around here, and my pawrents don't take direction very well :( !  I mean...really?  all but two toys??  

**shakes head**

Hmm...I may be a bit scarce around here fur a while...but will check in everyday hopefully!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>What a wonderful day!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/710697</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 9 Feb 2011 03:26:25 PST</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/710697</guid>
		<description>It was my Woofday on February 5th!  Can you believe I am 4??? I recall my pawrents bringing me home  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It was my Woofday on February 5th!  Can you believe I am 4??? I recall my pawrents bringing me home all the way from Vancouver...and Buddy Maggie & Miss Dixie were planning a babypuppy shower!!  BOL!!  It was a very exciting time!  :)

Thanks to all the precious pups that have made the last 4 years entirely wonderful....you are all in my heart.

These special pals stopped by, and left me very sweet prezzies fur my Woofday!!

Buddy Maggie & Peanut...love you...
Scooter Trudy & Billy
Missy
Bailey
Sully & Socks
Summerville Seven
Ringo Webby & Puppycat
Alabaster & Family
Braxton & Family
Darby  - BOL!!  Cow Smooch!
Georgie & Jackson
Pogo
DarlaMae...**yummy bullies**
Jelly...my pal from my home town..:)
Bailey & Saige
Murphy
Helga & Ellie
Rudy...my poot pal!
Copper & Family
Zaidie
Lulu
Jack & Meg
Hershy
Sunny
Damon
Jerry Lee Rain & Harley
Lexi & Monnie
Jack

...and also to all that sent wonderful Woofday Wishes in all the groups I love so much...

...gosh...I thank my lucky stars everyday fur the wonderful pals I have...

**says a wee prayer that she hasn't missed some wonderful pup** BOL!!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>4 Years!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/710163</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 5 Feb 2011 02:29:24 PST</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I can't believe I am 4....good dawg!!  Where did the time go!  BOL!!! I am not sure what my Pawrents ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I can't believe I am 4....good dawg!!  Where did the time go!  BOL!!! I am not sure what my Pawrents have in store for me today, but because they love me like the dickens! I am sure it will be exactly what I want BOL!!  Hmmmm....any suggestions??  I am thinking bellyrubs ON demand !!  and treats ON demand !!  and....hmmm....

My Pawrents are thankful every minute of every day that I am a healthy and happy wee girl...]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Height of Laziness or Extremely Good Training??</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/695159</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 12 Oct 2010 06:01:11 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/695159</guid>
		<description>If you ask me....it is extremely good training on my part :) BOL!

I truly believe I have my pawre ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ If you ask me....it is extremely good training on my part :) BOL!

I truly believe I have my pawrents extremely well trained!  A bit ago, my pawrents were watching TV, and I was chewing my bully stick!  I decided I was thirsty, so I stood on the side of the bed....looked at Mumma.....stared to the side....looked at Mumma...stared to the side.  Mumma looked at me and said "What? What do you want?"  

I stared to the side....well heck!! There was a glass of water there!  I was thirsty!!  Daddy looked at Mumma and said!  She wants a drink of water silly!!  BOL!!!

Sure enough....Mumma reached over and grabbed her glass of water and held it for me while I had a drink  BOL!!  Dog!!  I sure have them trained  BOL!!!  :)

Now...I have my OWN glass of water....everyday!  

Lazy or Good Training??

I think great training....but my pawrents think I am a tad lazy!  Why would I want to run all the way downstairs for a lick of water when I can have my OWN glass of water!!  BOL!!

Whatcha think??]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>The River Ramp!! Day One!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/683563</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 26 Jul 2010 11:00:22 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/683563</guid>
		<description>BOL!! What fun!!  I umm...wouldnt go down the ramp..it was a bit scary...but sure had no problem goi ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ BOL!! What fun!!  I umm...wouldnt go down the ramp..it was a bit scary...but sure had no problem going up out of the water!! I managed a few times :)) My pawrents don't really mind that I don't want to go down!! The idea was to make sure I got out!! :)) Mumma pawmises to post some pics and maybe a video!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>The River Ramp! &amp; Vacation!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/683122</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 23 Jul 2010 11:42:56 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/683122</guid>
		<description>Well...you may recall a few weeks ago I jumped off the dock, and freaked out my pawrents!  BOL!  You ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well...you may recall a few weeks ago I jumped off the dock, and freaked out my pawrents!  BOL!  You see, there is no real shoreline at our cabin, and I am way to small to crawl up onto the dock!  So!!  My Daddy...gosh he loves me so :)...made me a Doggy Dock Ramp!!!  It is SO cool!!! 

We had a dry run last night...BOL!!  really dry!  My pawrents set it up in the kitchen!  but I ran up and down it just fine!  :))

Daddy renamed it to ""The River Ramp""

So, we are heading to the lake for two weeks vacation, and my new ramp is coming with us!  I am very excited!  Two weeks vaycay and swimming like Nemo and running up and down my new ramp!

Add cookies....and you can sure see what a great time I am going to have!  

:))

Take care everyfur!  xoxo River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>OMD!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/679111</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 27 Jun 2010 06:27:19 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/679111</guid>
		<description>So!! We are on vacation at the lake!! My pawrents always make me wear my life jacket when I go swimm ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ So!! We are on vacation at the lake!! My pawrents always make me wear my life jacket when I go swimming!! Mumma goes into the water and then Daddy lowers me into the water and I swim like Nemo!!! Yesterday my friend Peter was in the water and I ran to the end of the dock and jumped in!!! Mumma freaked out!! And jumped in to save me!!! BOL!!! I was just fine but I got my head wet BOL!!   Crazy silly Little Nemo!!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>ME AND MY COOKIE!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/676040</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 7 Jun 2010 09:22:01 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Well, you see&acirc;&brvbar;.I hide my cookies!  I search all over the house until I can find just the pawfect s ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well, you see….I hide my cookies!  I search all over the house until I can find just the pawfect spot, then stuff it in, and bury it with “imaginary” dirt! Sometimes I leave it there for days, and sometimes the spot just isn’t quite right! So, away I go and try and find another just pawfect place!

So, you see, the other night I jumped up on the bed, and dropped the cookie on Daddy!  He then picked it up, and very nicely put it under his pillow!  Awwww…..It was going to be super safe!!  

Although, I am not sure I actually trust my pawrents not to eat my cookie!  So, every time one of them moved, and I had to crawl up and stick my nose under the pillow….yup! still there!  Or I would lean over and check to see if Mumma had ate my cookie!  It was rather a sleepless night!

We were away for the weekend, and when we got home I ran upstairs to see if it was still there!  All good!

I was downstairs with Daddy, and suddenly he said “”Mumma has your cookie!! Mumma is eating your cookie!!”” I raced up the stairs, and onto the bed in a flash, and gave Mumma the dirtiest look possible!  BOL!!!   How dare she eat my cookie!!  BOL!  Then I pawed at the pillow….and phew!  It was still there.

I think I need a brand new spot.  It is MY cookie…and I just can’t trust my pawrents anymore!  BOL!!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My Woofday!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/655222</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 14 Feb 2010 04:33:11 PST</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>** scuffs paws....blushes**

Many heartfelt thanks to all who sent me prezzies on my Woofday!  Eac ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ ** scuffs paws....blushes**

Many heartfelt thanks to all who sent me prezzies on my Woofday!  Each and everyone was special and made my heart dance!!!

It is so hard to believe I am 3.......its seems just a wee bit ago Mumma and Daddy flew to Vancouver to pick me up...I still remember the scary plane ride home!  BOL!!  I was a good wee girl and only cried once when the plane was landing.

I am so thankful I am a healthy little girl  :)....so many pals are not feeling too well :( and they are in my prayers everyday.  

I bow my widdle head and pray for Sassy and her pawrents everyday.  Its just not fair when bad things happen to good pups....but I am sure my prayers will be answered.

I want to say a great big THANK YOU to Barkley for designing my page!!  OMD!! I am thrilled!!  It is beautiful!  Barks is very talented!!!!

Always and Furever my bestest pals ever....Maggie Buddy & Peanut!   I love you like the dickens!!

OMD!!  I reached a milestone last week!  I have over 3000 pals...and I love each and everypup!

OMD!!  March 1st will mark my 4th Annifursary on Dogster  BOL!!  Can you believe it!!  BOL!!  I remember my first group invite...Dogsterholics!  BOL!! My first pal request!  Rosie  *hugs*...

My heart was a wee sad this week regarding some of the "goings on"....but I am hopeful all the love  and true palship that is really here will overcome.  Love and Hugs for All.

The B & A and DW  Pups are truly special in my heart.

May all your sweet dreams be sunshine in the morning...**hugs**....xoxo River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Back from Vacation!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/603393</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 7 Jul 2009 11:12:34 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Swimming Swimming!!  I went swimming!!  I just love the water....Mumma makes me wear a life jacket a ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Swimming Swimming!!  I went swimming!!  I just love the water....Mumma makes me wear a life jacket all the time as we have to swim off a dock!  So, now everytime I see it!  I KNOW!!  Mum always goes into the water, then Daddy lowers me down and I swim to Mum!!!  The last time I wanted to jump in by myself!!!   RIVER!!  No!!!  

I barked at a deer!!!  Chased some silly squirrels from my deck!!  Lazed around on the futon...awww!!!  I love rainy days too!!!

My pawrents had some work to do at the cabin.  So, of course, I had to supervise!!  They are so silly....I had to follow Mum everytime she had to walk across the cabin to get a board!  We must have walked 3 miles one day!!!  And!!  Daddy was knealing down on the floor at my level...I LOVE that!!!  Big slurpy kisses up the snozzle!!  BOL!! 

All in all....a wonderful time!!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Pulitzer Prize Winner Raja Babu's Interview with River!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/586503</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 8 May 2009 19:21:57 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>River of Our Dreams

Raja Babu Reporter Extraordinaire



Raja Babu Reporter Extraordinaire
 ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ River of Our Dreams

Raja Babu Reporter Extraordinaire



Raja Babu Reporter Extraordinaire

River is a 2-year-old black Havanese dog and lives in Manitoba, Canada.
http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150

Snow River

River

RB: How did you get your name River? How did you come to your furever home?&#8232;&#8232;

River: My name….hmmmm…well truly it just came from my Mumma’s imagination! We have a summer home at Lake of the Woods, and that is truly where our hearts live. Mumma wanted some type of name that would reflect something to do with the lake. Now….My Mumma doesn’t have that great an imagination! So, it took her a long time….things came to mind like…..lake…..algae….BOL!! .….fish….none of them seemed to work!! She was driving to work one morning, and drove across the bridge over the Red River….hmmm…!! River might do it!!&#8232;&#8232;

RB: The Havanese is pretty uncommon dog? Can you tell me about the breed? What made your parents choose a Havanese?&#8232;&#8232;

River: My pawrents always knew they could never been without a furbaby. As my sister Clover was entering her elder years, they began research on many types of pups. Mumma stumbled across a Havanese…and thought….hmmmm…Just the right size!! No shedding!! Friendly!! Mischievous! BOL!! As it turned out, the President of the Havanese Society of Canada lives in our home town! Mumma contacted her; she received scads of information. After a long time, it was decided the Hava Pup would be wonderful addition to the family. After….what seemed….FUREVER! ….they flew to Vancouver BC to pick me up. I was a hit in the airport coming home!!! Special treatment everywhere and by everyone!!!&#8232;&#8232;The Havanese originates in Cuba…of course! and were originally bred for the children of Royalty. I am absolutely the most overly friendly pup ever….and if I see a child!! I nearly turn myself inside out I am so excited!!&#8232;&#8232;

RB: You are called Chunky Munky at 11 pounds. Do you love to eat?

River: Favorite Foods?&#8232;&#8232;I am a “big boned” little girl….and a solid little chunky munky....apparently I am 12 pounds now! &#8232;&#8232;&#8232;

RB: You live in a very cold place. What do you do in the winter?&#8232;&#8232;&#8232;

River: In the winter…..WE HIBERNATE!!! BOL!!&#8232;&#8232;Actually on mild days I like to play on the deck outside and toss around my “Turdles” BOL!!! I pick them up and toss them into the air!!! They hit the windows and bounce off!! At Christmas time, Mum found a frozen “Turdle” in the tree!! BOL!! Ewwwww…except by the time Mumma found it…it wasn’t frozen anymore!&#8232;&#8232;

RB: Your family has a summer home on a lake. Do you like to go fishing and swimming?&#8232;&#8232;

River: I love the lake! There are so many things to do! Sometimes I am not too keen about the boat ride….hmmm…when the wind is blowing I try and hide in Mum’s jacket! I do have my own life jacket and my pawrents make me wear it all the time!&#8232;&#8232;

RB: You are known as a tomboy among your friends. Tell us about things you do that give you that honorable title!

River: BOL!&#8232;&#8232;What??? Me?? jump in the dogarita fountain??? Me?? toss the wedding flowers at the groom? “ stomps paws “ I only ate Sassy Momma’s fishie…I didn’t eat the rest of them! BOL!!!&#8232;&#8232;&#8232;Anything else you would like to add?&#8232;&#8232;**giggle** I had better not…or I will be in trouble!! &#8232;&#8232;I love everyone here in our community….it just can’t get any better!!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>OMD!!!  Where do I start???</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/585767</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 6 May 2009 07:18:49 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Oh My Dogness....Guess what???  I was picked as DOG OF THE WEEK 
:-O...I was entirely in shock!!!   ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh My Dogness....Guess what???  I was picked as DOG OF THE WEEK 
:-O...I was entirely in shock!!!  I kept telling Mum to post something, and all she would do is hit the "shock" emoticon!!  She is such a goof!!!
I am very honoured HQ would even think about lil ole me!!!

I have so many "thank-you's" to give, and I promise I will visit each and everypup, although I am sure it may take me a few days!!  BOL!!

All the pmails, pretties, guestbook signatures!!!  the thread Champ started in Plus Fun!!  and all the groups too!!  I think I was a bit overwhelmed!  BOL!!!

PS....can you just say a wee prayer for my pal Maggie # 368999?  She isn't feeling too well at the moment and sure could use some love...thanks! You are the best!!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Thank You AR!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/580001</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 05:27:41 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>A very sweet pup has left me a pretty on my page! anonymously! I wanted to Thank You so much!!!  ((h ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ A very sweet pup has left me a pretty on my page! anonymously! I wanted to Thank You so much!!!  ((hugs))  xoxo River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Rainbow Bridge Day!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/575084</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 1 Apr 2009 07:37:01 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Willie ((hugs)) was so very sweet to remind us all that April 1st is Rainbow Bridge Day...

We hav ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Willie ((hugs)) was so very sweet to remind us all that April 1st is Rainbow Bridge Day...

We have so many special friends that have made their journey to the Bridge...but I know they are all having a wonderful time....eating cake! having "never ending buffet's"....lotsa fun and treats!!!  My Angel Sister Clover whispers to me all the time...((giggle))...she tells me it is so wonderful! and when a new pup arrives they all reach out their paws and welcome them with love and caring.....and then they all frolic in the beautiful meadows and forests...

I have put some balloons on my page...they are for all the wonderful Bridge Pups and Kitties....

xoxo River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>It is My Gotcha Day!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/574773</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 10:50:00 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Yup...it has been two years since My Mumma wrapped her arms around me and kissed my little baby face ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Yup...it has been two years since My Mumma wrapped her arms around me and kissed my little baby face.....awwww....She was so excited - her heart was pounding like a crazy drum...and her hands were shaking! and I was so little....darn!!  I only weighed about 2 pounds!!!

BOL!!  I think she was scared of how little I was!!!  and then!  yup!!  I piddled all over her nice clean blouse......

Aww...my Mumma and Daddy just love me to bits!!!

What a great day!!!  

xoxo River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Mad at Mum - Chapter 3</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/571611</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 10:10:08 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Mum brought treats and new toys home with her last night! and some new bullies too!!!  I was pretty  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Mum brought treats and new toys home with her last night! and some new bullies too!!!  I was pretty darned excited!!!  I jumped up on the chair and nuzzled my way into the bag!  I just knew it was for me!!!

I then ran up to Mum and wanted her to pick me up!  I was so happy! and I gave her tons of kisses (kiffies in Rudyspeak)! 

I had completely forgotten that I was supposedly mad at her!!!

This morning...all was terrific.  I have furgiven my Mum....but with a codicil....NO MORE LEAVING ME EVER!!!!

She agrees...and will never leave me again...she promises....


xoxoxo River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Mad at Mum - Chapter 2!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/571278</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 08:49:04 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>OK...so today I guess I am furgiving my Mumma for leaving me...but not completely!!!  Nope!!!  I did ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ OK...so today I guess I am furgiving my Mumma for leaving me...but not completely!!!  Nope!!!  I did follow her downstairs this morning...ate my morning treats...and then promptly scooted back upstairs to Daddy!!!  BOL!!!

When Mumma came in to kiss Daddy goodbye this morning...I jumped up...ran over to him....and snuggled right by his head so Mumma couldn't kiss Daddy!!!  BOL!!!    ...   but I let her anyway...  BOL!!

Perhaps if Mumma brought home extra special treats...gave me bellyrubs for hours...promised never to brush me and give me a bath...bought me all new toys.....just perhaps I would furgive her!!  

xoxo River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Mumma is home...and I am mad at her!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/570956</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 06:06:03 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Yup...Mumma and Daddy came home from their well deserved vacation.  They picked me up at the sitters ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Yup...Mumma and Daddy came home from their well deserved vacation.  They picked me up at the sitters!!  I was so darned excited to see them I nearly turned myself inside out!!!  BOL!!!

Well...today I am still mad at Mumma for leaving me.  She tells me to go and get my stuffy...I run and get it and take it to Daddy.  Mumma gives me a new bully...and I run over to Daddy with it all so very excited!!  Mumma gave me my supper...and I wouldn't eat...not until Daddy came home...

It was the very first time Mumma had ever left me.  You see...Daddy goes away fairly often...so I guess it was OK for him to go away...but NOT my Mumma!!!  **stomps paws**

I guess I will furgive her in time...cuz I do love her!!!  xoxo River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>**SOB**</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/565251</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 28 Feb 2009 09:46:13 PST</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Mumma is crying as I leave.... ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Mumma is crying as I leave....]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Stomps Paws!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/565193</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 28 Feb 2009 05:16:27 PST</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
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		<description>Well darn it all!!!  Can you believe my pawrents are going away?  It just isn't right!!!  I have nev ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well darn it all!!!  Can you believe my pawrents are going away?  It just isn't right!!!  I have never been apart from my Mumma and Daddy since the day I adopted them!  Apparently...  *sigh*...they are going away on a trip...1st time in 17 years...

Now...what about me?  What the heck?  

(((  BTW...Mumma keeps breaking out in Hives everytime she thinks of leaving me....from head to toe....literally.... BOL!!! )))

I am going to stay with Uncle Ray and Aunty Di....they are wonderful...and they just love me like the dickens!!!  I have known them since I was just a baby...**hugs**....

Last weekend we had a "trial run"...I stayed at their house for a few hours...and I explored everywhere...and eventually settled down for a bit...then Mumma and Daddy came back!!!!!

I was kinda upset...and turned my head when Mumma wanted to kiss my face...but I got over it soon enough.  Now...what will 2 weeks without Mumma and Daddy be like??

Will I remember them?  It surely seems like a long time...**sigh**

I have a countdown clock on my page...and I am going to watch it everyday and count the days....

I hope my pawrents have a wonderful time.....they deserve the time...they both work so hard for  me to have the bestest of food...toys!!  BOL!!  Mumma cannot find a toy in the store that I do not have yet!...a warm and loving and caring home.

I wish with all my widdle heart that all pups could have "The Life of River".

Well...darn...I am goind to miss everyone so much.  Please...stay healthy and happy....

xoxoxo River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>**Blush**</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/549675</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 15 Jan 2009 14:56:35 PST</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
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		<description>Jeepers....*blush*....

My special friend Mickey asked me to be....*blush*...his &quot;&quot;Pretend Valenti ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Jeepers....*blush*....

My special friend Mickey asked me to be....*blush*...his ""Pretend Valentine" this year....

I am still a wee girl....but it seems ok if we just "hold paws" this year...!!

I am very excited!!!  I have never had a "valentine" before...  *blush*..

**giggle**]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Turdles....My Favourite Topic...</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/547368</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 8 Jan 2009 15:01:54 PST</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>As you may know...I love playing with my frozen turdles out on the deck...I pick them up and fling t ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ As you may know...I love playing with my frozen turdles out on the deck...I pick them up and fling them at the window where Mumma stands and watches me....BOL!!!

So...Mumma was taking down the Christmas Tree (which is right beside the door) ...and she is taking down all the ornaments..one by one...and carefully wrapping them up in tissue for next year...and she looks...BOL!!  BOL!!!  There is a turdle up in the tree branches...sitting there looking quite proud of itself... BOL!!!

Mumma was...what the heck????  ITS A TURDLE!!!  BOL!!!

**puffs out little chest**

Yup!!!  I helped decorate the tree!!!  and my turdle is the newest and bestest ornament ever!!!  I am sure Mumma wrapped it in tissue and put it with the rest of the ornaments!!!

xoxoxo River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>&quot;&quot;Pout&quot;&quot;</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/545470</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 3 Jan 2009 04:25:59 PST</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/545470</guid>
		<description>My Mumma was trying to make my page pretty...and she accidently deleted my photo guestbook   :(  :(  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ My Mumma was trying to make my page pretty...and she accidently deleted my photo guestbook   :(  :(  ....  it had been on my page for well over a year, and many pups had stopped by and visited...and now...its gone.  ""stomps paws".

I just wanted to thank all that had stopped by and taken the time to visit....and I apologize for my Mumma being such a pooter gooter.  :(

I hope you will be kind enough to visit again!!  Thanks Bunches!!

xoxoxo River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Yipppee!!!  More Christmas Cards!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/544021</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 30 Dec 2008 15:13:16 PST</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>BOL!!  Mumma was so surprised when she looked in the mailbox today!!!  Yup!!!  Me!!  The Brat!!  Mor ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ BOL!!  Mumma was so surprised when she looked in the mailbox today!!!  Yup!!!  Me!!  The Brat!!  More Cards!!!

From my amazing pals:

Duncan..
Milo & Magpie
Amazing Gracie, Gig & Jody!!!  with a lovely poem  (hugs)
Georgie & Jackson!
The Tater Tots!!
Lucy  ((hugs and love))
Damon & Angel Arthur!!!
and 4 more!
Gibbon & Mia
Missy...Angel Rusty!
Sassy Roo...BOL!!  When I opened the card bunches of confetti fell out!
Moxie & Gromit  (hug)
Awwww...my sweet wee Blueberry Muffin Tin sent me prezzies and a beautiful card with my favourite picture of Muffin...((hugs))
My wonderful friend Cali sent me a Valentine Card!!!  and some pretty bling for my collar....


I am really going to have to get Baby Ben to help count!!!  He is getting really good...I think he can count up to 7 sock monkeys now!!!  BOL!!!

Thank you all so much....xoxoxoxo River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Thank You...to all my precious friends...</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/542061</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 25 Dec 2008 04:47:53 PST</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
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		<description>Mumma keeps telling me I am a brat!!!  but...dang!!  I received so many cards and prezzies, I must h ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Mumma keeps telling me I am a brat!!!  but...dang!!  I received so many cards and prezzies, I must have been a good pup sometime this year!!  BOL!!!

Mumma received 2 cards...BOL!!! she must be the brat!!! and I received...gosh...I don't know if I can count that high...maybe I should ask Baby Ben to help me...he is really good at counting!!!  

Some of the wonderful friends that have sent me cards are....
Jelly!!!  BOL!!  My first card this year!!
Dixie Blackpearl
Braxton!!  he is so cute!
Betsy Rae & Buddy Ray
Daisy Mae & Annie
Kaimana and Maile...all the way from Kahuku, HI
Rosie & Pepe
Miss Dixie Monroe
Miss Molly....LucyLu (hugs) Joe Noodle and Angel Riley
Bailey
Georgie Girl and Daisy Mae
The Fabulous Conways
Shiloh
Scooter & Trudy
Milo & Magpie
Lily & Piloux
The Tikes!!  Gosh...their card is a piece of art!!!..just beautiful!!
Fun Loving Family...Baby is going to help me count!!!
Maggie...Buddy and Lil Peanut!

and tons of prezzies from Maggie...Buddy & Peanut!!! ((hugs))

and oh!!!  the most beautiful blanket with my name embroidered in gold....from the Kajun Kids!!  ((hugs)) my not-so-secret Santa!!  BOL!!!

Whew!!!  

and I must also mention, a beautiful thank you card from my pal Rusty who is now an angel....


So!!!  very exciting eh?

Yippee!!  I received three more cards yesterday!!!  I just love them!!  They came from:

George Underwood - Hunky Guy!
Tinkerbelle
Mickey and Sweet Jenny]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>FROZEN TURDLES!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/537393</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 16:33:22 PST</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Hmmm....seems to me I posted about this last winter...but....dang!!!  Here I go again!!!

I LOVE f ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hmmm....seems to me I posted about this last winter...but....dang!!!  Here I go again!!!

I LOVE frozen turdles!!!  Now....remember it a gazzillion degrees cold...and all my turdles freeze...


So...it is super duper cold here today....so I run outside....circle...circle....circle...SPOT the turdle....GRAB...and RUN in the door!!!

Mumma Yells!!!!  DROP IT~~  BOL!!!  

Mumma had to pick up the turdle and throw it outside!!!  Dang!!!

((hugs)) Love My Turdles ((hugs))]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>BOL!!!  I have been tagged too!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/528265</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 15 Nov 2008 13:51:38 PST</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
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		<description>I have been tagged by:

Edgrrrr
Byron
Bridget
Annie
Daisy Mae &amp; Annie
Rudy Patudy
Dolly
Fly ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I have been tagged by:

Edgrrrr
Byron
Bridget
Annie
Daisy Mae & Annie
Rudy Patudy
Dolly
Flying High Cinders
Sassy!!!

Thank you all so much for thinking of me!!!


Ok pals, here's how it goes. You write down 7 cool, neat or weird facts about yourself and then you tag 7 other pals. Simple right?

Here goes!!

1.  I have a very cool magical pretty pink wagon with decals and streamers and stuff!

2.  I always sleep on my back!  showing off my privates to the world!!  BOL!!!

3.  I rarely bark...and have the quietest little whine...you can hardly hear me!!

4.  I have never met any one that I don't like!!  I love everyone!!

5.  Although I have the run of the house, I never leave the kitchen when Mum and Dad are not home!!

6.   I have short little fat paw legs!  and I need stairs to get up on the bed!!

7.  I will always and furever love my pals here...xoxoxo River

Oke Doke...now to find seven pals to tag!!


** toddles off with pretty pink wagon with decals and streamers and stuff**]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My Mumma is MEAN!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/527505</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 13 Nov 2008 18:03:31 PST</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>So...she comes waltzing into the house today...with bags and bags of stuff...and I KNOW where that s ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ So...she comes waltzing into the house today...with bags and bags of stuff...and I KNOW where that stuff comes from...its  from MY store ....and what does she do?   She takes out 3 cans of  food...and a lousy bag of treats....and takes all the rest of it and HIDES it...what??  What the heck??  Isn't everything that comes from My store belong to ME?  

Hmm....I may have to report her.............yup................

Hmm.....Just where is it I report her???

Can any pup help?  

** toddles off and climbs into her little pink wagon to sulk **]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Well...cwap!  (oops...that be cuffin'!!)</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/524970</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 7 Nov 2008 16:28:18 PST</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I don't think I remember last winter at ALL...so...although it has been a very warm (for us) fall... ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I don't think I remember last winter at ALL...so...although it has been a very warm (for us) fall...we finally had a snow storm yesterday...and it is continuing on today!!!  

So...last evening...Mumma let me out...and dang!!!  I ran outside...did a total reverse....ran around in circles bunches and pee'd about 2 inches from the door!!!

So...today...Mumma let me out...and I won't stay out!!!  I think I was just still a wee baby last year...and I have totally forgotten about winter!!!

This is CWAP  (oop's...that be cuffin' again)  BOL!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>November 11th</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/524213</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 6 Nov 2008 02:53:43 PST</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/524213</guid>
		<description>I heard this song the other day by a Canadian songwriter, Terry Kelly.  It reached out and touched m ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I heard this song the other day by a Canadian songwriter, Terry Kelly.  It reached out and touched my heart...

A Pittance of Time

They fought and some died for their homeland 
They fought and some died now it’s our land 
Look at his little child, there’s no fear in her eyes 
Could he not show respect for other dads who have died? 

Take two minutes, would you mind? 
It’s a pittance of time 
For the boys and the girls who went over 
In peace may they rest, may we never forget why they died. 
It’s a pittance of time 

God forgive me for wanting to strike him 
Give me strength so as not to be like him 
My heart pounds in my breast, fingers pressed to my lips 
My throat wants to bawl out, my tongue barely resists 

But two minutes I will bide 
It’s a pittance of time 
For the boys and the girls who went over 
In peace may they rest, may we never forget why they died. 
It’s a pittance of time 

Read the letters and poems of the heroes at home 
They have casualties, battles, and fears of their own 
There’s a price to be paid if you go, if you stay 
Peace is fought for and won in numerous ways 

Take two minutes would you mind?
It’s a pittance of time 
For the boys and the girls all over 
May we never forget our young become vets 
At the end of the line it’s a pittance of time 

It takes courage to fight in your own war 
It takes courage to fight someone else’s war 
Our peacekeepers tell of their own living hell 
They bring hope to foreign lands that the hatemongers can’t kill.

Take two minutes, would you mind? 
It’s a pittance of time 
For the boys and the girls who go over 
In peacetime our best still don battle dress 
And lay their lives on the line. 
It’s a pittance of time 

In Peace may they rest, lest we forget why they died. 
Take a pittance of time 

His webpage is www.terry-kelly.com]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Light A Candle...</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/523189</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 3 Nov 2008 19:19:35 PST</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
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		<description>For my Mumma's friend...her name is Carol....30 plus years....my Mumma was her friend....when she fi ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ For my Mumma's friend...her name is Carol....30 plus years....my Mumma was her friend....when she first moved to the 'big' city...BOL!! it was a big town...she met Carol....all these years....and she so much loved her baby Howard...a cat!!!  BOL...Howard was given ""front row and centre" at the ceremony today!!!    **tiny tears that roll down your cheeks.....**]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Summer in Retrospect!!!  Ups and Downs!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/520080</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 26 Oct 2008 05:33:31 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
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		<description>BOL!!  That's a big word Mumma!!  BOL ! There are so many things that happen over such a short perio ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ BOL!!  That's a big word Mumma!!  BOL ! There are so many things that happen over such a short period of time...that sometimes it is hard to put things in order....

My Heart....is for Sassy and Bernie this last while....its a good thing that tears flow furever...as we have cried a "River" of  "Tears" for my dear friends....

Summer...well!!  It was a whirlwind of fun...swimming...running...I saw a deer...and barked at it like I was a wolf!!!   I pounced on a frog   BOL!!  (easy prey so my Mummma says!)  and Well....don't ask me about those silly squirrels...they make me CWAZY....

We never missed a weekend at the lake all year....and four weeks of summer fun too...I am such a lucky pup!!  I travelled every weekend in the truck and the boat...and home again on Sunday....and only got upset when the wind and water were a  bit crazy~~ 

Did I tell you the boat is named after my Angel Sister Clover?  Yup!! It has "Clover"   and then three paw marks!!  

And...gosh...I missed so many of my pals over the summer...but we are back now!!!  

Special in my Heart...that I missed so much over the summer...Maggie...Buddy...and Crazy Peanut!!!...BOL!!!  **lick lick**

I love you all...]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>A Prayer for My Special Friend, Bernadette</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/512029</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 3 Oct 2008 06:38:45 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
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		<description>On the Other Side of the Bridge

As I flew over the Rainbow Bridge my heart was heavy to be leavin ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ On the Other Side of the Bridge

As I flew over the Rainbow Bridge my heart was heavy to be leaving, Leaving behind my beloved family and I swallowed a sob as I heard them grieving.

I kept looking back to keep them in view, trying not to look ahead, when suddenly my wings spread wide and strong, no longer feeling dread.

I looked around as I flew so high, seeing a wondrous place, Birds were soaring high and free with grandeur and heavenly grace.

The sky is so blue and the grass is so green with seeds to stun the mind, And here I'm told I can eat all I want, without worry as to their kind.

And Mommy, dear Mommy, you know how hard I tried, to get well for you and how hard you cried.

On this side of the bridge there is not one sick bird, Because, Mommy I'm told your prayers were heard.

And God lifted me up and helped me to fly, over the Bridge and soar to the sky.

He said I should wait here, that one day I'd see, My Mommy come running to give scratches to me.

I'll wait for you Mommy, I'll watch for your face, And forever we'll share this wonderful place..]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Summer....and my Sweet Friend Bernie</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/511212</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 30 Sep 2008 17:43:02 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/511212</guid>
		<description>Well....before I talk about my summer...I truly need to speak of my Sweet Bernie...

I can hardly  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well....before I talk about my summer...I truly need to speak of my Sweet Bernie...

I can hardly speak as yet....but I really want her pawsome family to know that I love them so....and if I could reach my wee paws across the world I would...and give them the greatest healing and comforting hug that could ever be....

Bernie...I visited your page today...and cried, and yet, another river of tears....maybe my name is appropriate...

I will talk about my summer another day......oxoxoxo River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Let's all put our paws together....</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/509421</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 25 Sep 2008 17:05:33 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/509421</guid>
		<description>My sweetest pal....Bernadette....is very sick...and we all need to put our paws together and pray so ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ My sweetest pal....Bernadette....is very sick...and we all need to put our paws together and pray so much....She and her Momma  needs us more now than ever before.  xoxoxoxo River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Going Batty!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/505640</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 15 Sep 2008 05:36:15 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/505640</guid>
		<description>Well...what a crazy night we had at the lake on the weekend!!  BOL!  My Mumma got up in the middle o ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well...what a crazy night we had at the lake on the weekend!!  BOL!  My Mumma got up in the middle of the night to get a drink of water...and because it is so darn dark outside! she turned on the lights!!!  

SWOOSH!!!!   What the heck???  SWOOSH!!!  What the heck???

DADDY!!!!!!!!!  Get up!!!  Get up!!!  Its a BAT!!!

Daddy was grumbling...nooooo...I don't want to get up!!  DADDY!!!!

Come and help us!!!  We were ducking and Mumma was yelling, and I was barking!!!

SWOOSH!!!  BOL!!!   

So, Daddy finally got up....grabs a towel!  Mumma was yelling not to hurt it!! and I was barking to beat the band!!  SWOOSH!!!
Daddy through the towel into the air! and snagged him!!!  then took the silly bat outside!! and crawled back into bed!!!  It took him all of 45 seconds to save his damsels in distress!!!

Mumma and I were all worked up...there was no way I wanted to go back to bed!  BOL!!!  but we finally settled down....and toddled back to bed...

Daddy is my hero!!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Thank you!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/495575</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 18 Aug 2008 03:21:06 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/495575</guid>
		<description>Gosh...I was on vacation, and when I came home!!  WOW!!!  Frebreeze Collars Galore!!!  BOL!!!  I cou ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Gosh...I was on vacation, and when I came home!!  WOW!!!  Frebreeze Collars Galore!!!  BOL!!!  I could hardly believe my eyes!!!  For all those wonderful pups that were so generous to think of me, thank you from the bottom of my widdle heart.   xoxo River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>ME AND MY UNCLE'S TEETH!!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/463563</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 25 May 2008 16:42:58 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>OMD!!!

So, its Sunday morning, and we are at the cabin. My Daddy's brother was visiting for the w ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ OMD!!!

So, its Sunday morning, and we are at the cabin. My Daddy's brother was visiting for the weekend.  He and Daddy were still snoozing, and Mummy and I were relaxing; she was drinking coffee and reading, and I was playing with my toys....all in all a wonderful Sunday morning at the lake.

Mum heard something funny..??  A little clink....she watched for me, and I was just trotting down the hallway....nothing was amiss.  She went back to reading her book.  

By the way, I frequently "hide" my cookies....under blankets...under pillows...just about anywhere, and my bully sticks are all over the place.

I jumped up onto the futon, and was just sitting.  Mum watched me; all was good.....she was reading.

I was on the futon, chewing my bully stick....Mum was watching me; all was good.  I then started to "hide" my cookie in the blanket.....

Mum was just a bit curious, so she got up and came over to me....and she is ""Whatcha Doin' River".....I just looked at her very sweetly.

Mum then saw something....a bit of a odd colour...and she reached over....IT WAS MY UNCLE'S TEETH!!!   EWWWWWWWWW.....UCKKKKK!!!

OMD!!! She was horrified!!!  ICK!!!  She very gingerly picked them up...and had a quick peek!!!  OMD!!!  She couldn't tell if I had ruined them or not!  OMD!!

BOL!!!  Shen then very quietly tippy toed into my Uncle's bedroom, and put them on the nightstand!  BOL!!!  She had no idea what she was going to say....

Well...Daddy got up...and she whispered to him what I had done....He laughed and laughed, and said....just wait until he puts them in...BOL!!!

So, Uncle get's up...and he is walking down the hallway.  Daddy looks at him, and says "Did you put your teeth in?"   Well..."Of course" he says.

Then Daddy tells him what happened!!!  The look on his face was hilarious!!!  He couldn't even comprehend what Daddy was telling him.....Mum and Dad were rolling on the floor in laughter....he finally "gets it"....whips out his teeth!!!  YUCK!!!!!!!

Well...I now have a new name....its something like  "Teeth Thief"....and "Tooth Fairy".....

I wonder what I can come up with next time!!!  xoxox River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Sammy J's Smile</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/445076</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 4 Apr 2008 16:32:35 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Always and furever will make my heart smile....even through everything...the most courageous pup eve ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Always and furever will make my heart smile....even through everything...the most courageous pup ever...he always smiled...he loved his Mom and Dad...and they gave their heart and soul...  Sammy J...you were truly an inspiration to us all...and I will furever love you...and your wonderful pawrents.  I am a greater pup....just by knowing you...and loving you....and learning from you....

Take care my special special friend....and know in your heart you will never be alone....xoxoxoxoxoxoxo River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>ITS MY GOTCHA DAY ANNIFURSARY!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/442950</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 30 Mar 2008 06:12:48 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Well....Mum and I have been taking a walk down memory lane today....it is one year today that Mum br ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well....Mum and I have been taking a walk down memory lane today....it is one year today that Mum brought me home!!!  BOL!!!

Mum and Dad flew all the way to Vancouver to pick me up.....she was so anxious and scared!!!  BOL!!!  They had to meet the ferry from Vancouver Island at 7 in the evening....and of course!!!  It was raining like crazy...well...its was Vancouver...of course it was raining!  BOL!!!

Mum could hardly eat her supper...she was fidgeting....and talking silly...well...and Daddy too...but of course...he was the "cool dude"...trying not to be excited!!!  BOL!!

So....when we finally meet...My Mum scooped me up....I was so little...just 2 1/2 pounds....silky and soft and black just like velvet....she was so scared!  A new baby!? 

Daddy had to take me through the security at the airport....all the officers surrounded him and coo'd and awe'd....BOL!!!  It was so funny!!!  He was so proud!!

Then...OMD...we finally made it home....

We had so many visitors!!!  all wanting to hold me...and cuddle me...and kiss me....awww.....

BOL!!!  I pee'd all over my Aunty!!!  BOL!!!  

And gosh!!!  so many of my sister's pals...they were so wonderful to me!!!  I received cards and prezzies....and love...it truly was a memorable time....

How lucky am I ???  to be so loved... and cared for....? the luckiest and most loved pup in the whole world....well...darn...I just wish all pups in this world could have the "Life of River"....

Take care all my wonderful friends....and let's all say a prayer for those who need our love....

xoxoxo River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Lovely Rosettes from Families</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/441529</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 26 Mar 2008 09:35:21 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Well...gosh...My Angel Sister Clover and I received many very lovely prezzies from families...and no ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well...gosh...My Angel Sister Clover and I received many very lovely prezzies from families...and no matter how hard we try....we can't get back to their pages...darn...it is really frustrating as we want to be able to thank everypup for being so generous and thinking of us...

Maybe HQ can fix the little problem eventually!!  In the meantime....please know that we love and appreciate all of you! 


xoxoxox River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My heart is even sadder today...</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/427607</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 19 Feb 2008 10:31:30 PST</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/427607</guid>
		<description>My sweet bestest bully buddy Arthur made his journey to the Bridge last evening....I am at a loss fo ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ My sweet bestest bully buddy Arthur made his journey to the Bridge last evening....I am at a loss for words, but I am sure Arthur and his wonderful pawrents know that a piece of heart made the journey too.

I will furever love you my special Buddy....xoxoxox river]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>A very sad day...</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/426695</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 17 Feb 2008 08:41:40 PST</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Friday, February 15th will furever be a sad day...my very special friend Gracie Jane made her journe ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Friday, February 15th will furever be a sad day...my very special friend Gracie Jane made her journey to the Bridge...her passing was so very sudden, and my little heart cried a river of tears....

....run and play sweet Gracie Jane...I will furever love you...xoxox River

It is three days later....and my eyes still well up with tears...I just read her Hubby Gibbon's diary...and it made me cry all over again....and again.  I know it will get easier every day...if it is this hard on me?  what about Gracie Jane's pawrents...my heart breaks again....  xoxo River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>OMD!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/422053</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 6 Feb 2008 06:07:50 PST</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/422053</guid>
		<description>What an absolute fabulous day I had for my 1st Woofday!!!  Gosh...I will never be able to thank ever ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ What an absolute fabulous day I had for my 1st Woofday!!!  Gosh...I will never be able to thank everypup enough!  All the pmails...the threads in the forums, pawties and wonderful pretties on my page...Gosh...I feel really loved  *blush*....  xoxox River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>ITS MY 1ST WOOFDAY!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/421590</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 5 Feb 2008 06:47:41 PST</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Well, it is my 1st Woofday today!  Very exciting heh?  Mum put up some of my baby pictures&acirc;&brvbar;she is  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well, it is my 1st Woofday today!  Very exciting heh?  Mum put up some of my baby pictures…she is feeling very nostalgic about my puppyhood….awww….she misses my soft baby paws…and puppy breath.  I have been a very healthy pup, and my Pawrents are truly thankful.  I came through flying from Vancouver to Winnipeg when I was just a wee baby; all my shots; and spaying (bad cone thing…!)  I have a wonderful appetite! and eat all the right stuff...and when I am really good (which of course...is always) Mum gives me a bully stick!

It has been truly a wonderful first year!  First…I love my pawrents…they are just the bestest!  Especially my Daddy…he dotes on me; worries about me; bugs Mum about every little thing!  Even this morning he was making sure Mum was going shopping for me…!!  giving her a list of stuff for my Woofday! I told Mum there was no use in buying me another stuffie...they disappear in seconds!  I always have to get that little squeaker!!!  Its a mission!

It was a year of discovery!  My new home!  My lake home! Rain! Snow! Frozen Turdles BOL!!!    Oh yes!!  I almost forgot!!!  I learned how to purr like a kitty....grrrpuuurpoop!  BOL!!!

And of course, all the wonderful pawsome friends I have made in the last year.  My Angel Sister Clover whispered to me…and told me I would love so, so many pups…and she was right!

Mum can remember the very first second she held me….she snuggled me close and kissed me…and whispered she loved me in my ear….I remember that too….

XOXO River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Where did it go???</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/400786</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 13 Dec 2007 03:36:24 PST</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>BOL!!  So, Mum came home today from whatever she does when she leaves ME alone, and asked if I wante ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ BOL!!  So, Mum came home today from whatever she does when she leaves ME alone, and asked if I wanted to go out!!  Of course!!  I have to check and see what is happening! and of course, do my business!!!   *blush*

I always run around, and, you know...check the poo's!!  Just in the rare chance another pup may have been around!  Mum always tells me that will never happen (yard is totally puppy proof)...but you never know!!!

Well, I trotted outside.....and all the poo is gone????  Where???  How could that be?  BOL!!!

I ran all over pushing that white stuff around with my nose!!!  and diggin' and diggin' !!!  There was so much of it I could hardly walk!!!   That white cold stuff comes right up to my belly!!! and over my head in some places in the yard!

But alas, the poo was all gone...

Mum says not to worry!  BOL!!  Wait until spring!!  BOL!!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>A wee poem for my special friend, Pebbles</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/397890</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 5 Dec 2007 07:22:30 PST</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>My dear friend, Pebbles, has made her journey to the Bridge...this is for her.......


If It Shou ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ My dear friend, Pebbles, has made her journey to the Bridge...this is for her.......


If It Should Be 

If it be I grow frail and weak, 
And pain should wake me from my sleep, 
Then you must do what must be done, 
For this last battle can’t be won. 

You will be sad, I’ll understand, 
Don’t let your grief then stay your hand, 
For this day more than all the rest, 
Your love and friendship stand the test. 

We’ve had so many happy years, 
What is to come will hold no fears, 
You’ll not want me to suffer, so, 
When the time comes, please let me go. 

I know in time, you too will see, 
It is a kindness you do me, 
Although my tail its last has waved, 
From pain and suffering, I’ve been saved. 


Do not grieve that it should be you, 
Who has to decide this thing to do 
We’ve been so close, we two, these years, 
Don’t let your heart hold any tears.


xoxo River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Aww....</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/396164</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 30 Nov 2007 18:08:50 PST</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/396164</guid>
		<description>Some wonderful wee pup left me a pretty on my page ... a little snowman...and gosh...if I knew who y ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Some wonderful wee pup left me a pretty on my page ... a little snowman...and gosh...if I knew who you were...I would tagged you too!

xoxoxoxoxo River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Christmas Tag!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/396116</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 30 Nov 2007 15:14:56 PST</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/396116</guid>
		<description>I've been christmas tagged! Yay!!!

So, with this new version of tag I have to list some things I  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I've been christmas tagged! Yay!!!

So, with this new version of tag I have to list some things I would love Santa Paws to bring me and then choose 5 pups to tag. 

Chester, my favourite pal from Germany  (he is just so darn cute...*sigh*)...Christmas tagged me!!  

Hmm....now...what would I like Santa Paws to bring me....

Bully Sticks....my favourite
Stuffies...any kind!!
Warmer weather BOL!!! and....the biggie!

Health and wellness for all my special friends...


I have decided to tag 5 new friends!  I am sure it will be a lot of fun for them too!  So,


Peek a Boo....such a cutie patootie
Snowdrop....a dream girl
Bramble...what a sweet wee face
Pixie...as cute as a button
Polly...a pretty wee girl


Have a safe and wonderful season...xoxoxoxoxo River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Poor little me...</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/395511</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 29 Nov 2007 06:12:30 PST</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Well...only cold weather pups will understand this one....

I like snow!  I try to eat it, and pus ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well...only cold weather pups will understand this one....

I like snow!  I try to eat it, and push it around with my nose!

This morning my Mum took me outside to do my potty...and...I was a good little girl!  So, just as I was coming into the house I spotted some snow right on the door ledge!  So...I stuck my little tongue out to grab it!

OH NO!!!  My tongue stuck to the metal on the door ledge???  Wahhhhhhh!!!  I looked up at Mum, with the saddest eyes in the world....why did she do that to me??????  

Mum was freaking out, and didn't even know what to do!!!!! It was only stuck for a second or two....I  pulled my tongue off....but now I have a boo boo on my tongue....**cries**

I don't think I will do that again.....**sob**]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>First Snow!  Yippee!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/391225</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 19 Nov 2007 05:54:25 PST</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/391225</guid>
		<description>My Mum kept telling me she had a secret....and that I was going to really love what was coming!  Cuz ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ My Mum kept telling me she had a secret....and that I was going to really love what was coming!  Cuz...I have FAT paws!!  BOL!!

Well, on Sunday Mum called me! River!!  River!!!  Come and look?  Well, I put my paws up on the windowsill and looked out and wondered what the heck all that white stuff was....it sure looked strange!

Finally Mum put her shoes and coat on, and took me outside!  BOL!!!  I ran around and around and up and down!  and tried to eat all that white cold stuff!  I had a snow pile on my nose, and snowballs on over my belly!

Then...Daddy came out!  He through snowballs at me!  BOL!  I would try and catch them...and POOF!  they were gone!  BOL!  I would look everywhere for the ball.....POOF!....he would do it again...

Finally, Mum made me go indoors...apparently SHE was cold...!  I can hardly wait until it snows again!  xoxo River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Half Kittie...!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/390496</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 17 Nov 2007 12:41:35 PST</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/390496</guid>
		<description>Yupper...that is what Daddy's says...I love to sleep on my Daddy's head and shoulders!!  BOL!  I cur ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Yupper...that is what Daddy's says...I love to sleep on my Daddy's head and shoulders!!  BOL!  I curl up like a little donut around Daddy when he is on his chair....he says I am like a kittie cat! and I just love it!  The sun shines down on us, and gosh...I am just the happiest pup in the whole world!  Mum gets all anxious and nervous....she is such a worrier!  She thinks I am going to fall fast asleep and fall off the chair!!!  She is always bugging Daddy!  BOL!  (psst...he really likes it too)

Love to all!!   

OH!!  I almost forgot!!  Two of my bestest friends were married on November 16th....Sammy Jacob and Sadie Lee!!!  Apparently it was a wonderful wedding...sadly I was a tired puppy and fell asleep in the princess bed  BOL!  But they took lotsa pictures!!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Gong Show!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/379946</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 23 Oct 2007 05:32:35 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Yupper!!  I have my very own Gong Show  BOL!  and I am driving my pawrents crazy!  It is my very new ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Yupper!!  I have my very own Gong Show  BOL!  and I am driving my pawrents crazy!  It is my very newest trick!  BOL!  I grab my bully stick and run over to the fireplace.  There is a metal log holder there and I whack it with my bully stick  BOL!   Gong!!  Gong!!  Then I look over at Mum...and she """RIVER!!!'s"" me  BOL!  So...I do it again and again!!!  Gong!!  Gong!!

Then I run like heck!!! and underneath the sofa!!  BOL!!!   Gong! Gong!


xoxo River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Dog of the Day - October 17th, 2007</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/378001</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 19 Oct 2007 02:38:10 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/378001</guid>
		<description>I woke up on Wednesday morning and looked to see what was happening...and well darn, why did I have  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I woke up on Wednesday morning and looked to see what was happening...and well darn, why did I have all these new pretties on my page?  OMD!!!  I was Dog of the Day!  My east coast pals were already awake and sending me pretties before I opened my little eyes  BOL!!

I received so many little gifts, pmails and well wishes in the forums I was truly overwhelmed!  Mum says my little FAT paws are going to be really tired by the time we visit all the wonderful pups and say our thank you's BOL!

It was a very special day!  It was Daddy's birthday too!  and it was me receiving all the gifts!  I told Daddy I would share with him....awww...I love my Daddy!


xoxo  River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Tag!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/375752</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 14 Oct 2007 13:18:47 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Ive' been tagged by my wonderful  pal, Buddy (416307)  and want to play along.

Here are the rules ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Ive' been tagged by my wonderful  pal, Buddy (416307)  and want to play along.

Here are the rules of this dogster game of "tag" in case you've never gotten a chance to play. When you are tagged, you post 7 random facts about yourself, compose a "new DIARY entry" along with the rules and put them in your own DIARY. Then you pick 7 furs (kitties or doggies) to tag but make sure you tell them... a simple p-mail will do fine, or a rosette to tell them, but you must let them know that they have been tagged. Post their names also in your DIARY.

I have decided to tag 7 pups that I don't know very well!  then maybe! just maybe!  I will make some new pals!!

Here are 7 random facts about myself:

1.  I have FAT paws!!  BOL!!!

2. I sleep on a pillow above my Mum's head!!

3.  I rarely bark, and I have the funniest wee squeaky cry!

4.  I recently chewed my Mum's reading glasses into little pieces!  I snuck them off her head when she was sleeping!  Sneaky!!!

5.  I do not like to be covered up with blankets!  I have lotsa fur to keep me warm.

6.  The only furless one I have met that I don't like is my groomer!  BOL!!!

7.  Mum says I am the most adorable loving pup she has ever met.....aww....I love my Mum........

The 7 pups I'm tagging are:

1.  Samantha   # 620858
2.  Darby   #  622010
3.  Sparky  # 433362
4.  Manolo  # 322383
5.  Tank   # 435729
6.  Lassie  # 569311
7.  Willow  # 558585



This is such a cool Dogster game! It sure does help one get to know their fellow dogster pals a little bit more. Tag...You're it!


xoxo River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Hide and Seak!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/375197</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 13 Oct 2007 05:30:33 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Well, I have started a new game with my Mum!  BOL!!  I play Hide and Seak!  Its dark in the mornings ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well, I have started a new game with my Mum!  BOL!!  I play Hide and Seak!  Its dark in the mornings now, and the chairs in our living room are black...and so am I!  Mum is usually typing for me, and I run around dictating what I want her to say.  Then..........I go really quiet.........

Mum starts looking for me.........and I sit really really quiet on one of the chairs....she looks everywhere!  and calls my name!  But I sit really quiet...and she can't find me BOL!!!  The only thing that gives me away is my sparkly eyes!!!  Its so much fun watching her wander all over the place wondering what the heck I am doing!  BOL!!!!!!!!!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Sneaky !!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/372354</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 5 Oct 2007 10:44:46 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Yup....I now have the official title of Sneaky River!!!  

Mum fell asleep reading the other day,  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Yup....I now have the official title of Sneaky River!!!  

Mum fell asleep reading the other day, and of course I was being my most wonderful wee self, and was snoozing too!   Aww...Mum says I am so cute when I am sleeping.

Well, Mum had her reading glasses on, and when she fell asleep they were still on her head  BOL!   So, when she was in a deep sleep  (I can tell...she makes funny noises BOL)....I was very sneaky and took her glasses!

Well!  They were as chewy as Barbie Doll legs!  Yum!  I had a great time!  

Then....Mum woke up....and she was looking everywhere for her glasses....I so very happily trotted down the hall looking not at all guilty....

Then I heard RIVER!!!  What did you do?   I had no idea what she was talking about....**blush**....

BOL!!!  Yup!  Sneaky Me!!  xoxo River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Mouses.....</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/360308</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 3 Sep 2007 16:57:20 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Chapter 1 ..... Mouses (1)

Well, it was Saturday night at the lake, and Mum was laying on the sof ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Chapter 1 ..... Mouses (1)

Well, it was Saturday night at the lake, and Mum was laying on the sofa reading...and me too!  Daddy was in another room...and suddenly he YELLS .....MOUSE!!!!!!!!!!!!  and jumps up and runs all over the cabin!   Mum chases after Daddy, and I chase after Mum!  They were running everywhere, and hitting at something that kept getting away!!!!!!!!!!!!!  Daddy was yelling...I was barking and barking!  and Mum was grabbing a wooden spoon and a bowl!  Now...what the heck??!!  The doors were slamming!  .....  then silence ....  Mum and Dad were just standing there...huffin' and puffin'...and looking around....???  What the heck is a mouse?  Whatever it is...I chased it away....cuz I am a BIG girl now!  

Chapter 2.....Mouses (2)

Well, now Mum and I were out for a nice walk at the lake....lah di dah...such a beautiful day  ( day after Mouse (1) )...lah di dah...   Daddy sent Mum to the shed to look for something called a ?trap?....   Mum was looking in a bunch of drawers and things...and I was just wandering...Mum turned and looked and me!  WHAT do you have????   Moi????   She runs over, and graps a long thing sticking out of my teeth....no no no!  You can't have it Mum!  no no no!!!    Finally...I let go and YUCK  YUCK!!!  It was a dead mouse  YUCK YUCK!!....

Love pooter mouse....hate the mouses.....]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I have learned to whine....</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/354447</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 21 Aug 2007 08:20:43 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Yup!  and although Mum was trying to teach me how to &quot;ask&quot; outside...she didn't quite figure on me l ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Yup!  and although Mum was trying to teach me how to "ask" outside...she didn't quite figure on me learning to "whine"  BOL!  I can do it REALLY loud BOL!  So...now what does she do?  If she wants me to ask out...and I whine...but I also whine at other things?  then what?  Boy...this training sure is complicated....

Love the wine...hate the whine!  BOL!!!   xoxo River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Vacation at the Lake!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/351864</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 15 Aug 2007 09:47:37 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Well, my Mum told me we were going to the Lake for two whole weeks!  I was thrilled!   It is so grea ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well, my Mum told me we were going to the Lake for two whole weeks!  I was thrilled!   It is so great out there!  We go in the boat for a long ride, then arrive at my cabin!  Wahoo!  ....then Mum said we were in "potty training 101"...What?  I thought this was a vacation?  Why do I have to be trained?  But, she told me that everytime I was a good girl I would get my favourite treat....Benny Bullies.....so, I finally agreed to go along with her game...drat!  But, the rest of the time was so much fun!  Except for one day...Daddy was in the water at the end of the dock...I decided I should join him....so I jumped!!!  No pup told me that it was water??!??  I went all the way under and came up soaking wet!?  Even my ears??!??  What the heck??!?  I was so mad at Daddy...he didn't tell me not to jump!  BOL!!!

""love the lake...hate the water""  

xoxo River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Love Tags!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/341050</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 23 Jul 2007 07:31:33 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I have been loved tagged by six of the greatest pups ever:&acirc;&brvbar;..Shiloh&acirc;&brvbar;.Buttercup&acirc;&brvbar;.Magnolia&acirc;&brvbar;.Sa ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I have been loved tagged by six of the greatest pups ever:…..Shiloh….Buttercup….Magnolia….Sassy….Mickey….Jezzie

Shiloh…has a fabulous sense of humour…and is entirely endearing…so easy to love.
Buttercup…now!  here is a fabulous pup!  so generous, considerate and full of southern charm!
Magnolia……a heart the size of North America!
Sassy….what is to say…..she was voted Dogster of the Year…and truly deserves Dogster of the Century…for her generosity…caring…wisdom…AND WHEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!  I LOVE MY RIDES.................................WWWWWHEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!
Mickey…showed me how to dig holes!!!  BOL!  
Jezzie…tugs at everyone’s heart strings…I love her so!  

I feel truly honoured to be tagged by such wonderful pups!  

So, now I have to love tag three different pups …this is not an easy thing to do. BOL!  I love so many pups….

 
Chester…My pal from Germany….

Chester and his Mom were the first to IM me!...and my goofy Mom didn’t know what to do BOL!  She is such a pooter gooter!  BOL    
Chester is such a wonderful pup – his Mom is so very interesting…and Chester’s command of the English language is better that mine!  Mum always knew she wanted a Havanese pup…and Chester was one of the first she ever met!  Chester agreed to be my valentine….*blush*.

Miss Dixie Monroe & Gang!

What is to say about Miss Dixie and the gang…and their special Mommies…Fran & Mary.  They are always there when needed, and give their loving without hesitation.  They are fun, caring, and so special….we have been watching Miss Dixie come through all her surgeries, and can hardly wait until she runs like the wind!  

Jelly & Jennifer….

We met Jelly’s Mom!  Now!  Gosh…just how darn special is that!  Jennifer and Clover were about the same age, and  they conversed many days about the heartbreak we were going to experience when they both made their journey to the Bridge…it was very comforting to know there was someone very close….we virtually held hands thoughout the months.  Jelly is such a sweetheart!  Just look at that wee face!  

Cali…
Now…there is pure Southern Charm!  So kind…caring…and loves to have fun!  Cali’s Mom is truly special….and has a heart that is bigger than all the world…and she shares that love with so many! 

Maggie & Buddy!  

Friday evening giggles!  So much fun!  Their Mom loves them so! Maggie and Buddy are truly furbabies to her….BIG Heart…Lotsa Love and Mega Fun!  What a great combination!  

…oops that 5!!!   …xoxo River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>We are back!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/335491</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 11 Jul 2007 08:17:30 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Gosh...what a wonderful time we had at the lake!  A whole week!  Mum and Dad never left me for even  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Gosh...what a wonderful time we had at the lake!  A whole week!  Mum and Dad never left me for even one second...I just love being with them all the time.  We went for walks everyday...no swimming though as I had a sore tummy.  Mum had taken me to the doggy doc for an overnite stay...and when she picked me up (I was ssssssssooooo excited to see her) I had a sore tummy.  She wouldn't let me even look at my tummy and put this silly plastic thing on my neck...stupid thing...I couldn't even get to my water very good!  But she took it off right away...but no swimming!  Not that I cared...I am not really much for the water!  

We are praying for Sammy J and his wonderful family. 

xoxo River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>What is with all the water???</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/328352</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 24 Jun 2007 18:15:11 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Every weekend we go to the lake!  It is really great...there are lotsa places to go...and tons of di ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Every weekend we go to the lake!  It is really great...there are lotsa places to go...and tons of different smells!  I can even chase the squirrels!  BUT...My Mum keeps putting me in the WATER?!!  Hasn't she figured out I DON"T LIKE the water!??  She keeps making me...swim...bah!  Doesn't she know we pups like solid ground!  

Good New!  Mum tells me we are going to the lake for a whole week!?  Yea!  Something called vacation!  Wahoo! **wonders what to take....lotsa treats....no brush....lotsa stuffies....no brush....**   xoxo River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Pout...</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/324046</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 14 Jun 2007 03:21:27 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Well....it certainly wasn't a great evening last night!  Did you see my picture?  Mumma had some lad ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well....it certainly wasn't a great evening last night!  Did you see my picture?  Mumma had some lady come and visit me last night.  She took my into her van ... BATHED me...and you know I HATE the water....and then she clipped off all my curls??? WAH!  Where did they go?  She even touched my privates *blush*...and clipped my fur there too?!   Mum tells me I have to get used to these little sessions...thank dog they don't last long!  I didn't like that lady...and I nipped at her hands....hmm...she put this think over my nose!  What an ordeal....the only good thing was Mum said I was cute....and gave me lotsa treats to make up for the half hour of pure torture!  xoxo River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Water...hmmm...</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/322699</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 10 Jun 2007 18:32:09 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Well, apparently my Mum thinks its funny to pour water all over me!  and then take my picture!  I lo ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well, apparently my Mum thinks its funny to pour water all over me!  and then take my picture!  I look goofy!  Just how is a young pup like me supposed to look good for the boys when I look goofy!  ...dang that mum of mine!  BOL!  xoxo River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Blush!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/316562</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 28 May 2007 12:14:51 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>So, on Friday evening we were on the way to the lake and Mum and Dad stopped at a tiny convenience s ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ So, on Friday evening we were on the way to the lake and Mum and Dad stopped at a tiny convenience store to pick up ice....all is good right?  Well, Mum can't quite trust me by myself in the truck (nor does she trust anyone else), so she takes me wherever she goes.  She was standing inside the store, and a lovely lady wanted to hold me because she thought I was just so darned cute!  I had been travelling with Mum and Dad in the truck for a few hours...so you can just imagine that I may have needed to piddle....*blush*....as this lovely lady was holding me I was so excited I piddled!!!  Yup!!  All over the lady and the floor!  *blush*  Mum was horrified!  Mum was " oh sorry oh sorry oh sorry!!!"  The lady pulled a little tissue out of her pocket and she began to clean up after me?!!!!!!!  Mum just blushed...oh sorry'd a 100 more times!  and hightailed it out of there?  BOL!!!!!!!!!!! Daddy thought the whole story was hilarious!  I guess when you are cute and a pup you CAN get away with everything!   xoxo River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>TAG!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/312094</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 23 May 2007 04:23:07 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>This sounds like a lot of fun!!!

I was tagged by Sassy and Lucky Star. 

Here are the rules (Hi ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ This sounds like a lot of fun!!!

I was tagged by Sassy and Lucky Star. 

Here are the rules (Hint: Copy and paste the rules so you don't have to type them again):

Each player starts with seven random facts about themselves. Dogs who are tagged, need to post in their Diary the rules & their 7 pawsome facts. Then choose 7 dogs to tag and list their names. Don’t forget to bark them a pmail that they have been tagged and to read your Diary, or, send them a fun Rosette announcing they've been Tagged!

So here are 7 fun facts about me...

I am smarter than my Mummy!  BOL!!!

I love to cuddle with everyone!  I am super friendly, and just wiggle my little butt everytime I see someone!

I don't really bark that much!  Only when Daddy gets me all riled up when we play.

I sleep on a pillow above Mummy's head!  That way I always know where she is!  and oh yes!  I dream a lot! and bark in my sleep!

Mummy calls me Thunder Paws!  I may be little, but I sound like a BIG dog when I run down the hallway!

I am a little angel when I am in the car....just curl up in a little ball and snooze.

I don't like doggy clothes! or anything else including my harness...but Mummy says I just have to get used to it!

I am tagging the following doggies so they can play if they want to:

Jelly
Chester
Rosie
Maggie
Kaiser
Magnolia
Willie

Gio
Buddy
Jeannie
Jombie
Pufulet
Veronica
Buttercup

Another 7!

Mia
Phoebe
Louie
Rambo
Oliver
Pockets
Shiyan

(I was tagged twice!  Thanks pups!)  xoxo River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>The Lake!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/311232</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 21 May 2007 17:26:09 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Well, it was quite the weekend!  We went to the lake for the first time!  I got to ride in the boat! ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well, it was quite the weekend!  We went to the lake for the first time!  I got to ride in the boat!  It was scary for the first little while!  especially went the boat bounced up and down on the waves!  But, gosh!  What a great place!  I can run everywhere in the cabin!   AND  BOL!  I learned what a screen door is?  BOL  Why would someone make a door that looks like you can walk through it but you can't??????  

I learned to walk down all the big stairs! and took walks through the bush!  Wow!  What a lot of things to see and smell!!!  It is so different from my house in the city!  I think I am going to love it there!

Mumma said I had something called a tick! ! !   She made a yucky face and pulled something off of my ear!  She made funny yewey sounds...and then rubbed every spot on my little  body!  I kinda liked that part!  

I sure am a tired puppy today...so much fun I didn't have time to snooze at all!

xoxo River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>New Word!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/305805</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 7 May 2007 04:12:35 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Mummy taught me a new word!  Yup!  Apparently I am a &quot;Bad Dog&quot;!!  Sounds good heh?  She kept telling ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Mummy taught me a new word!  Yup!  Apparently I am a "Bad Dog"!!  Sounds good heh?  She kept telling me that the other day after I had a hissy fit...pee'd on the carpet...ate one of her shoes!  I was having such fun!  Mum seemed a little out of sorts...I just couldn't imagine why!  I would have let her chew the shoe too!   Hmm...wonder what I will learn this week!  xoxo River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Whew!!  What a week!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/302572</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 28 Apr 2007 04:48:22 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Well, BOL!!  My Mummy thinks I am super pup!  Everyday she makes barks at me!! walk nice...go potty  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well, BOL!!  My Mummy thinks I am super pup!  Everyday she makes barks at me!! walk nice...go potty outside....ring the bells...sit pretty...stay!  What the heck is she trying to tell me!

I have a new trick though!  I have this fuzzy blue squeeky...I really like it!  and I learned to squeek it all by myself!  The other day I was sitting at my Mum's feet, and playing with the fuzzy.  It makes this cute noise!  So, I decided to try and make the same noise....Its pretty tough!  but if you listen really carefully I can do it really well!  I don't know what I am trying to say!  but if the fuzzy can say it so can I!

Mum also took me in the car for the first time!  She was a bit worried, but I really liked it!  BOL!  Actually I just curled up and went for a snoozy! We went and visited a new place...Mum tells me it was the doggy doc's!!  That lady stuck me in the bum...I was none to pleased about that!  But, now Mum tells me we can see other puppies now!  I am pretty excited about that....I had little brothers, and used to play with them lots!  That, and Mum said something about going to school...what the heck is that?  BOL!!!

xoxo River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Bling Bling from Chester!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/299582</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 20 Apr 2007 05:45:49 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Awww...beautiful sparkly Bling Bling from my new pal Chester!!! Gosh...I am a lucky pup!  xoxo River ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Awww...beautiful sparkly Bling Bling from my new pal Chester!!! Gosh...I am a lucky pup!  xoxo River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>A Prezzie all the way from SC..from my favourite poodle pal, Cali!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/299581</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 20 Apr 2007 05:38:44 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>What a lovely thing to happen today! We go to the mailbox and there is a gift for me! BOL!!! Mumma o ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ What a lovely thing to happen today! We go to the mailbox and there is a gift for me! BOL!!! Mumma opened it...and thought...gosh....no way that could be for me!!! So, she carefully opened it...and DANG!!! yes! It was for me!!! My Mumma put the bandana on...hmmm...not sure about that thing! and I ran all over the place...and darn...pee'd on the new blankey! But Mumma said it was OK! I was just excited!! BOL~!!! xoxo River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>More Fun Everyday!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/299579</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 20 Apr 2007 05:36:46 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Well, today my Daddy came in the front door, and he had a BIG box with him!  What's in that?  Well,  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well, today my Daddy came in the front door, and he had a BIG box with him!  What's in that?  Well, Mummy looked!  and GOSH!!  It was a prezzie from Miss Dixie Munroe & The Gang (of course, Clover's favourite boy...Bogie!).  My Mum was just overwhelmed!  There was a beautiful card, treats!  toys!  and this HUGE plush puppy that I just love!  Dang...I sure am a lucky pup!  I love Miss Dixie & the Gang!  

Guess what!  I learned to go down the stairs today!  I kinda went in a bit of a tumble!  But it was fun!  Im a big girl now!

xoxo River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I am so GOOFY!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/298976</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 18 Apr 2007 15:45:26 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>So, the other day I told you how I had learned to squeak my toy all by myself!  Well....now when I g ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ So, the other day I told you how I had learned to squeak my toy all by myself!  Well....now when I give it a squeek!  I make one too!!  Just like the toy!  I am learning to talk!  I am getting to be a big girl now!  Very soon I will be talking just like Mummy!  BOL!!!!!!  xoxo River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Another Exciting Day!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/298557</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 17 Apr 2007 16:02:38 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Guess what!?  My Mummy came in today with another prezzie!  This time it was from Clover's great pal ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Guess what!?  My Mummy came in today with another prezzie!  This time it was from Clover's great pal Chester!  Yup!  We are both the same kind of pups so we are going to be Valentine's next year!  I am still a bit young right now!  But not then!  

Anyway, I have a really pretty new charm!  It is dogtastic!  I am so proud to have my very first Bling Bling!!  

Thanks Chester!  xoxo River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Exciting Mail!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/298317</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 17 Apr 2007 02:56:25 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>What a lovely thing to happen today! We go to the mailbox and there is a gift for me! BOL!!! Mumma o ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ What a lovely thing to happen today! We go to the mailbox and there is a gift for me! BOL!!! Mumma opened it...and thought...gosh....no way that could be for me!!! So, she carefully opened it...and DANG!!! yes! It was for me!!! My Mumma put the bandana on...hmmm...not sure about that thing! and I ran all over the place...and darn...pee'd on the new blankey! But Mumma said it was OK! I was just excited!! BOL~!!!   The prezzie came all the way from South Carolina! from my favourte poodle pal Cali!  xoxo River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>New Tricks!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/297742</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 15 Apr 2007 15:28:39 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Well, let's see....this week I learned that if I grab my tail...I can walk sideways!!  Yup!  Pretty  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well, let's see....this week I learned that if I grab my tail...I can walk sideways!!  Yup!  Pretty smart heh?  I also sit pretty while Mum makes my supper...I can make my squeeky toy make noise all by itself!  

Hmm....and I certainly do not like being brushed!  Which is going to be quite the challenge since my fur is going to grow quite long!  BOL!  
Mum is just going to have to practice that one!  

So, must run for now!  xoxo River]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>One Week in my Furever Home!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/501150/diary/Rivers_babbling_brook/294811</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 8 Apr 2007 15:38:37 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>River ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Well, it has been one week and gosh I am settling in very well in my furever home!  I really love my ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well, it has been one week and gosh I am settling in very well in my furever home!  I really love my Mum and Dad...they are just wonderful!  They let me sleep on their laps...they give me hugs and belly rubs all the time!  They have made a nice place for me to stay when they go away...I find this really puzzling...I have no idea where they go?!  and why would they want to leave me?

I have discovered I can fit underneath almost anything!  BOL!  and my Mummy is always chasing me around and trying to catch me!  BOL!  It is a really fun game!

And!  Gosh!  I barked for the first time?!  This funny noise came out! and I just stared and looked at Mum like it was all her doing!   and wondered what had happened!?  Well, now I bark when I want my supper!  

So, till next time!  xoxo River]]></content:encoded>
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