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<title>Life is Always Good</title>
<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good</link>
<description>Dogster diary for the dog Bentley</description>
<language>en</language>
<copyright>Copyright 2013 by Bentley &amp; Dogster</copyright>
<pubDate>Tue, 21 May 2013 01:52:31 PDT</pubDate>
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		<title>Extra  flowers</title>
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				<pubdate>Mon, 13 May 2013 19:02:25 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Some how I just figured there would be another free gift to send to all my pals/Dogster and Catster  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Some how I just figured there would be another free gift to send to all my pals/Dogster and Catster you guys are the best!  All my Paws&Hugs, Bentley]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Happy Mother's Day!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/826146</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 8 May 2013 19:18:28 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Awwwwh  to all the Moms out there,  for everything you do and for everything that you do that  nobod ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Awwwwh  to all the Moms out there,  for everything you do and for everything that you do that  nobody notices.    The things we take for granted are always the most gracious things that Mom's do.  We would be nothing without our lovely Moms.  Thank you to my lovely Mom who had me 8 yrs ago.  She made the best milk around!   XOXO, PAWS&HUGS, Bentley]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>EARTH DAY</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/822679</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 7 Apr 2013 09:15:48 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Yippee! Earth Day is coming up on April 22, 2013.  I love this celebration because it really shows h ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Yippee! Earth Day is coming up on April 22, 2013.  I love this celebration because it really shows how much we have to work at protecting the earth,  loving it and doing our part to be good stewards.  That means recylcing all that you possibly can, conserving energy, not wasting resourses and using, buying only what you need. Support all national and local efforts, programs to conserve.  Thank you and Paws & Hugs, Bentley]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Happy New Year every Pup, Doggie, Kitty and Cat,</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/810586</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 31 Dec 2012 06:02:41 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I hope the New Year will be a good one full of peace, happiness and good health for everyone!
My La ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I hope the New Year will be a good one full of peace, happiness and good health for everyone!
My Lab Mom always said out with the old and in with the new.  She said that when she was cleaning our blankees.

As this last year we lost some good old friends to the bridge,  there are plenty of parties going on up there for no more suffering.

I sent each of you my love and prayers and good thoughts for a great, New Year that is cozy and peaceful!

Paws and Hugs, Bentley and family!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Autumn</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/799528</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 2 Oct 2012 00:13:35 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Ah the smell of leaves, rabbits, pumpkins, mums, weiners and burgers roasting....for those late seas ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Ah the smell of leaves, rabbits, pumpkins, mums, weiners and burgers roasting....for those late season picnics.  Thank you Dogster for giving us free balloons to cheer and delight our hearts!  Paws & Hugs, Bentley & family]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Wow Wee  CAKE!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/793404</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 16 Aug 2012 21:43:36 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Thank you everyone for my birthday cakes....cake is my favorite food!!!!


Hugs &amp; Paws, Bentley ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Thank you everyone for my birthday cakes....cake is my favorite food!!!!


Hugs & Paws, Bentley]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Happy Birthday, To Bentley from the family:  Stop by to have some Cake!!!xxoxoxo</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/788512</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 12 Jul 2012 04:15:52 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I can't believe it is my birthday already; again....time goes by way too fast and it makes me apprec ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I can't believe it is my birthday already; again....time goes by way too fast and it makes me appreciate even the simpliest of times when I am just enjoying the passage of time, the Now zen moments, walks, fetching, pool days, counting leaves & sheep, snow flakes, sunrays,clouds, raindrops, treats and kisses from my humans.  They are quite a group of good folks and I love them with my whole heart and paws.
Thank you for the forever home and my good life, happiness, hugs,healthy treats, belly/ear scratches, teeth cleaning, walks and of course my vet visits.  Love forever, Bentley]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>St Patrick's  Day</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/770787</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 17 Mar 2012 08:42:09 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Happy St. Patty's Day to all of you!  My plan for today is to chase all those leprechauns out in the ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Happy St. Patty's Day to all of you!  My plan for today is to chase all those leprechauns out in the yard, before I eat my corn beef and cabbage.  Top of the morning to all you Dogster's out there here and every where and at the bridge!  all my Paws&Hugs, Bentley]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Valentine's Day a little late but still GREAT!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/766012</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 18 Feb 2012 10:50:03 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>To all my dear furiends  and furents may the year be bright with love, the right amount of sunshine, ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ To all my dear furiends  and furents may the year be bright with love, the right amount of sunshine, rain, breezes and dreams, bones and catnip!  Paws&Hugs, Bentley]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>jan. 28th 2012</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/762235</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 28 Jan 2012 02:04:15 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Boy oh boy, BOL....can't believe that feb is just about here. Wegot about 1 inch of snow during the  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Boy oh boy, BOL....can't believe that feb is just about here. Wegot about 1 inch of snow during the nite.....pretty and fun to romp in. Happy Birthday Wishes to Sandy my love, Bentley]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Happy Christmas</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/755027</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 18 Dec 2011 13:33:53 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Now this is Christmas, a great time of the year, a time for all wisdom and a time for all cheer.  We ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Now this is Christmas, a great time of the year, a time for all wisdom and a time for all cheer.  We don't have any snow so it seems like fall or early spring here.  51 degrees on December 18th 2011. Not like a winter we have ever had before.  I wish you all glad tidings of joy!!!  Paws and Hugs, Bentley]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Happy Thanksgiving</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/749540</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 16 Nov 2011 01:35:20 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Where has this year gone??  It has been a beautiful with gifts of good weather, boutiful crops and s ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Where has this year gone??  It has been a beautiful with gifts of good weather, boutiful crops and smiles on most of the people I meet!  Mum will cook me a special dinner on next Thursday!  Happy Turkey Day to Everyone!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>BIRTHDAY/WOOFDAY</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/729645</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 24 Jul 2011 18:34:30 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Well, Mom just finished my cake tonight.....she has been too busy to bake til this week so even thou ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well, Mom just finished my cake tonight.....she has been too busy to bake til this week so even though my woof day was July 12, she just got me my cake tonite.  Please drop by and have some cake!!!!  xo, Paws&Hugs, Bentley]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Spring 2011</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/715509</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 19:16:02 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Awh the little bits of grass are turning green and Mum's daffodils are peeking thru the ground.  It  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Awh the little bits of grass are turning green and Mum's daffodils are peeking thru the ground.  It is the lenten season!  Happy Spring to all my pals and furiends on Dogster, Catster and Facebook! Paws&Hugs, Bentley]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Friends</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/684564</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 1 Aug 2010 18:45:59 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Tonight I was just checking on some old and new furiends; and on Handsome Jack's page I read a note  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Tonight I was just checking on some old and new furiends; and on Handsome Jack's page I read a note that said Friends are kisses blown to us from angels.....  How sweet and how very true! Kisses to all of you too!! Paws&Hugs, Bentley]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Furiends</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/683362</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 25 Jul 2010 00:42:47 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Boy the last 6 mos I've seen alot of my furiends go to the bridge.....I'm thankful for all the furie ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Boy the last 6 mos I've seen alot of my furiends go to the bridge.....I'm thankful for all the furiends I've known and know.  Furiends make our lives richer by giving us common bonds and laughter, understandings, goals and gentle acceptance of the passage of time.  We have furiends because by definition furiendship is unconditional.  My heart beats stronger for all the furiends that have made my life more meaningful.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Spring</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/668703</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 26 Apr 2010 18:59:03 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Ah Spring.......the red buds, lilac, lily of the valley, violets,  bleeding hearts, jonquils, tulips ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Ah Spring.......the red buds, lilac, lily of the valley, violets,  bleeding hearts, jonquils, tulips, bishop's hat, wild ginger, johnny jump-ups, forget-me-nots, dog woods, forsethia, are all blooming now, reminding us of sweet renewal and songs in young pups & kitties hearts....I do so wuf everything about the spring air and gentle breezes.  Wishing everyone a beautiful spring with songs in your hearts....now and forever....]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>ROCKY</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/660778</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 14 Mar 2010 19:14:14 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Dear Friends Far and Near; Please go to www. Gratefulness.org and light a candle for Rocky from Amhe ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Dear Friends Far and Near; Please go to www. Gratefulness.org and light a candle for Rocky from Amherst NY!  wuf, Bentley]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Happy St Patricks' Day</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/660708</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 14 Mar 2010 12:40:53 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Wow, BOLBOL, everybody is Irish on March 17th 2010!  I hope mom don't make me eat brisket and cabbag ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Wow, BOLBOL, everybody is Irish on March 17th 2010!  I hope mom don't make me eat brisket and cabbage.  But I could go for some McKookies........
On March 17th you see alotta of Irish sounding names.......McRocky, McSarge,McWINston, McRemo,McHoneyBunny, McRingoDingo,McWebster,McSandy,McDustythePuppycat, McTater, McNorton,McTink,McCalliecutty, McBuster,McSugar, McCoco,McHarry,McMike,McHappy,McTavish, McEllieMae,McSophieMae,McTeddy,McHotDog,McSteak, McBentleyWantAnotherBisquit,McRootBeer,McCake,McFrosting,McEverbody,McLemonMerangePie,McLicorace,................
i hope I can find a cake for me on Wednesday!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>A reading from Thomas Merton's Book:</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/658300</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 2 Mar 2010 07:19:11 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>On March 18, 1958, on the corner of Fourth and Walnut, now Fourth and Muhammad Ali in Louisville, Ke ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ On March 18, 1958, on the corner of Fourth and Walnut, now Fourth and Muhammad Ali in Louisville, Kentucky, Thomas Merton had a vision of oneness with all people.  He called this vision an "epiphany."  

"In Louisville, at the corner of Fourth and Walnut, in the center of the shopping district, I was suddenly overwhelmed with the realization that I loved all those people, that they were mine and I theirs, that we could not be alien to one another even though we were total strangers.  It is a glorious destiny to be a member of the human race ... there is no way of telling people that they are all walking around shining like the sun." 

Paradoxically, Merton experienced this transformation when he was out of his everyday monastic life and was immersed in the hustle and bustle of our shopping district - now Fourth Street Live.  Merton said of his experience:

"I suddenly saw the secret beauty of their hearts, the depths of their hearts where neither sin nor desire nor self-knowledge can reach, the core of their reality, the person that each one is in God's eyes.  If only they could all see themselves as they really are.  If only we could see each other that way all of the time.  There would be no more war, no more hatred, no more cruelty, no more greed..."

 (Conjectures of a Guilty Bystander, New York: Doubleday, 1996)]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Ah</title>
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				<pubdate>Tue, 2 Mar 2010 06:40:47 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Ah I can sniff spring in the air and in spring a young lad's thoughts turn to love with 
the truest ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Ah I can sniff spring in the air and in spring a young lad's thoughts turn to love with 
the truest Spring Maiden. 
Aye that would be my Sweet Maiden Sandy......she is brighter than the sun and more delicate than the first crocus that pops thru the spring soil to say Hello... makes me want to do unending cartwheels on ice. (daydreaming of skating on ice wid Sandy)  We would take the gold no questions asked......]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Songs,  Music, Food for the Soul</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/657595</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 26 Feb 2010 10:02:51 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>AAaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaRrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrOoooooooooooooFFFFFFFFFFFffffffaaaaaaaaaaaaa!!
I figured out how  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ AAaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaRrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrOoooooooooooooFFFFFFFFFFFffffffaaaaaaaaaaaaa!!
I figured out how to get music on my site with the tutoring from my buddy WINston!  He has always carefully guided me thru any problem....his Mom and Webster's mom have always been like my mom to me!  Thanks guys for the inspiration!!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>WUF</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/655237</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 14 Feb 2010 05:46:40 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>To Be in wuf and to be wuffed are one of the nicest things!
Happy Valentine's Day Everybody!!
Ther ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ To Be in wuf and to be wuffed are one of the nicest things!
Happy Valentine's Day Everybody!!
There's figure skating tonight on the Olympics!!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Feb 7th 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/653799</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 7 Feb 2010 17:38:39 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Gee it is the new year and this is my first entry.....Mum has been under the weather but she is bett ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Gee it is the new year and this is my first entry.....Mum has been under the weather but she is better now.
She found some pictures of my Angel Sisters so she made pages for them so they could be on my page as family.
It is snowing here and lots of traffic accidents; because it is  slick.
I pray that all folks will slow down and drive carefully to avoid accidents.
The snow is so beautiful and it is so gentle and quiet.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>SNOW</title>
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				<pubdate>Tue, 22 Dec 2009 00:33:38 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>That white stuff is everywhere.....And I've been eating it too! Mum said we may get more of it over  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ That white stuff is everywhere.....And I've been eating it too! Mum said we may get more of it over the next 4 days.....I'd like them to get snowed in here at the house with me  Bentley.  Then I'd have endless belly rubs and kisses.  I sat in Mum's lap tonight to keep her warm. There are 3 candles in the window to keep the house  in view for Santie Paws.
Now I lay me down to sleep.....]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Anticipation</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/643060</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 18 Dec 2009 10:34:16 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Oh dog oh dog, BOL BOL,  Christmas is next week!!!  posed to snow on this coming Tues, Thurs, and Fr ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh dog oh dog, BOL BOL,  Christmas is next week!!!  posed to snow on this coming Tues, Thurs, and Fri,  so Santa Claus will be able to get around good wid the raindeers.   I found where Mum  hid the cookies.....hehehe
Also I'm making cards out for all my furiends for Mum to send out!
Santi Claus knows I've been a good boy.....always make my bed, eat my vegetables and go to bed on time and I always say kind things about everybody......
God Bless Us All  Everyone!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Cookies</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/642086</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 14 Dec 2009 15:03:08 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/642086</guid>
		<description>My Mum made cookies today and I thought they were for me!  heheheh  She quickly put them out of my r ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ My Mum made cookies today and I thought they were for me!  heheheh  She quickly put them out of my reach.  But my tummy is full and now I will float into a deep sugar sleep!~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ZZzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>SNOW</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/641877</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 13 Dec 2009 13:06:47 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/641877</guid>
		<description>Oh my, I sat at the window and counted 8 trillion snow flakes and each one was different.  I think I ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh my, I sat at the window and counted 8 trillion snow flakes and each one was different.  I think I prolly missed some of the count becuz I fell asleep....no fault of my own...it was after dinner. 
The furients are out moving the snow around......
I don't understand why they just don't leave it and come watch by the window with me.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Thankful Tag From Furiend Roger Bleu:</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/639731</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 3 Dec 2009 00:46:59 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/639731</guid>
		<description>Well I guess? I'm late but maybe not if thankfulness is all year around;

My furiend RB tagged me  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well I guess? I'm late but maybe not if thankfulness is all year around;

My furiend RB tagged me for 5 things I'm thankful for:

#1. thankful for the fact that the parents go away somewhere mostly every day for 9 hrs or more; and always come back  with sacks of 
food.

#2 thankful for morsels of food I sometimes borrow off the counter when no one is watching.

#3 thankful for the way my furients found me at a farm and fell in ruf wid me.

#4 thankful that my furients don't hit me....and let me sleep in my favorite lazydog chair.....

#5 thankful for all my furiends on Dogster/Catster]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Leaves</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/633919</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 8 Nov 2009 10:05:24 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/633919</guid>
		<description>i've been watching the leaves fall again this year;  most I've ever counted 1.4 trillion....I love t ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ i've been watching the leaves fall again this year;  most I've ever counted 1.4 trillion....I love them all.  This year I've been rolling around in 'em,  making leave angels (just like snow angels, only with leaves) letting the wind catch them and helping fertilize them around the plants in the back yard.
My mum put some around the roses and then let me scatter the rest!  WooHoo!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Scotty</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/625709</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 4 Oct 2009 19:11:25 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/625709</guid>
		<description>Wuf Wuf, Scotty, where are you?  I'm so sad....my little furiend Scotty who will is 5 months today i ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Wuf Wuf, Scotty, where are you?  I'm so sad....my little furiend Scotty who will is 5 months today is missing off of the dogster site.....If any knows anything about him or his family, please tell me......]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Floating</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/622907</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 22 Sep 2009 18:39:07 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/622907</guid>
		<description>Oh my you know how you feel when love  comes into your heart;
Sandy is my true wuf.  She is very sp ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh my you know how you feel when love  comes into your heart;
Sandy is my true wuf.  She is very special and her bros are like we've known each other before....She understands when my typist falls asleep, and she understands when I fall asleep because I've worked so hard.  Once I was at a pawty with her and i spilled the food plate and was super red in the face and embarassed....she didn't laugh at me she helped me clean the stuff up.
My heart beats a little faster when I think of her and the world seems to be at peace just knowing she is out there; and we might be looking at the same bright star.
Thank you my dear!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Dog Patrole</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/617604</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 29 Aug 2009 11:42:56 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/617604</guid>
		<description>Ouchhhhhha!  I had a neighborhood cat scratch my face under my left eye this am when I was chashing  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Ouchhhhhha!  I had a neighborhood cat scratch my face under my left eye this am when I was chashing him out of the yard....he was going to attack a rabbit!  Imagine the nerve!  Phew!  I'm glad I'm up to date on my vaccines! I think I can muster some sympathy from my mum. (:]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>5th Burthday</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/604676</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 11 Jul 2009 23:36:44 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/604676</guid>
		<description>Happy Burtday to me.
Happy Burthday to me, 
Happy Burthday Dear meeeeeehy
Happy Burthday to me!!! ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Happy Burtday to me.
Happy Burthday to me, 
Happy Burthday Dear meeeeeehy
Happy Burthday to me!!!!!
AaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaRrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrOooooooooooooFffffffffffffffffffffa!
Paws& Hugs, Bentley
Please stop by for some of my  cake and play fetch with me, share some water and snooze!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>On Bended Knee With Paws Over His Heart....</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/603264</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 6 Jul 2009 22:34:35 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/603264</guid>
		<description>Oh my what a surprise! BOL! thank you for the honor of being DOTW!
I have met so many nice pups and ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh my what a surprise! BOL! thank you for the honor of being DOTW!
I have met so many nice pups and kitties......and folks.
I told many of my furiends today that we are the sum of all of our furiends.  I have been very blessed and fortunate to meet and receive gifts, music, sweet pictures,  laughter, tears,treats and then somemore here on Dogster.  Thankyou....
 
Not knowing the name of the tree
Istood in the flood
of it's sweet smell.
***Matsuo Basho
(translation from Japanese)]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>4th of July</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/602694</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 4 Jul 2009 17:25:31 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/602694</guid>
		<description>Happy Burtday America!  Everybody is celebrating your best today.  we all love you more than words c ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Happy Burtday America!  Everybody is celebrating your best today.  we all love you more than words can totally say!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Ice cream Tag</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/600765</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 28 Jun 2009 05:20:53 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/600765</guid>
		<description>WooHoooooo, I've been tagged by Humphrey Lee Haunted about my 
FAVORITE Ice Cream:
                ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ WooHoooooo, I've been tagged by Humphrey Lee Haunted about my 
FAVORITE Ice Cream:
                                               
                                           Strawberry
                                               Cheese
                                                  Cake
It is the Best of 3 foods put together! I'd run to the moon  to get some it is SO GOOD! AaaaaaaaRrrrrrrrrrrrOOOOOOOOOOOoooooooFffffffffffffffffffffffffaaaaaaaaa! Paws&Hugs, Bentley    
Now, i'm tagging Sandy and MC and Georgie girl and Dusty and Tinkerbelle.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Safari</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/592426</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 30 May 2009 07:43:48 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/592426</guid>
		<description>Phew!  just rolled back into town from an African Safari....made furiends with a whole bunch of diff ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Phew!  just rolled back into town from an African Safari....made furiends with a whole bunch of different species....very beautiful creatures.....they asked me to send back a message to everybody to help save them. Said we need to take care of the forests and reduce energy, make our carbon paws smaller.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>EARTH</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/589961</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 20 May 2009 23:36:06 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/589961</guid>
		<description>Mom was telling me about the movie &quot;Earth&quot; that she saw this weekend.  Sounded like it was about a P ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Mom was telling me about the movie "Earth" that she saw this weekend.  Sounded like it was about a Polar Bear family, a Momma Humpback Whale and her Baby and A Herd of Elephants....I pretended like I was with each one  as she told me about them.  The whales swim at least 3000 miles to be able to find krill to eat.  They all met together and swim in a circle to be able to help each other eat......We are all so dependent upon each other to survive. We changed all our light bulbs over to those  energy saving bulbs.  Supposed to make less of a carbon foot print.
In Story Co. Ia there is a farm of wind turbans, and  these people manufacture them in Newton, IA.  
Have your furents change your light bulbs and use less energy.  Go Green! our future depends on it! nite nite diary.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Mom's Day</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/586244</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 7 May 2009 18:25:10 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/586244</guid>
		<description>Happy Mom's Day to any body who is a&quot;MOM&quot;.  I hope that I can get some cake out of the deal.....call ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Happy Mom's Day to any body who is a"MOM".  I hope that I can get some cake out of the deal.....call 1-800-got-cake if you have a lead for me...Hugs, Paws and TailWhomps.....Bentley]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Wrens</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/585318</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 4 May 2009 20:33:21 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/585318</guid>
		<description>Oh Boy Oh Boy, I'm so excited, mum put a wren house up last Thurday, and the wrens found it in 2 day ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh Boy Oh Boy, I'm so excited, mum put a wren house up last Thurday, and the wrens found it in 2 days!   WooooooHoooo! little wrens sing the softest songs.....puts me right to sleep! Can't wait to watch the babies when I'm home alone.  I have a big pair of spy glasses!  tail whomps, Bentley]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Diary Tag</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/582163</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 20:50:32 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/582163</guid>
		<description>Here is How it Goes:
Hi furs, if you are reading this you have probley received a paw mail, telling ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Here is How it Goes:
Hi furs, if you are reading this you have probley received a paw mail, telling you to come and read my newest diary entry!!

Please say a prayer for Baxter and pass this on to 10 furs! The goal is to see how many prayers we can get! I will start!

Baxter's Prayer: Lord, please help me to find my way home safely. Thank you for all you do, I love you.
Amen
1.Dixie BlackPearl
2. Rocky
3. Sarge
4.Daisy  ID#690748
5.Davey Dog
6. Bonzer
7.Tink
8.Kinnick
9.Thatch
10.Emma Jean]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Happy Earth Day!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/581623</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 06:09:51 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/581623</guid>
		<description>Ahhhhh, the smell of the ground as it warms,  so lovely, we had sweet brisk winds yesterday, and it  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Ahhhhh, the smell of the ground as it warms,  so lovely, we had sweet brisk winds yesterday, and it brought spring with it........I was looking  at everything upside down and  the idear of gravity took me over...heheheh 
Love the Earth, Protect the Earth, and treat her with all kindness.  Thank you Mother/Father Earth for all of your gifts!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Earth Day</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/579621</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 18:01:31 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/579621</guid>
		<description>April 22nd is Earth Day!  What a wonderful tribute to the place we all live on.  I hope that everyon ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ April 22nd is Earth Day!  What a wonderful tribute to the place we all live on.  I hope that everyone will do their part to conserve energy and recycle and preserve the resources that we all need and enjoy, like clean water and clean air. 
<a id="img9341964549" +  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://i274.photobucket.com/albums/jj252/joellenmegan/ge.jpg" onmouseover="document.getElementById('img9341964549').innerHTML = String.fromCharCode(60) + 'img src=http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/jj252' + '/joellenmegan/ge.jpg' + String.fromCharCode(62) + String.fromCharCode(60) + 'BR/' + String.fromCharCode(62) + 'wish upon a falling star'">wish upon a falling star</a>]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Tagged by Tink</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/576236</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 4 Apr 2009 22:20:56 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/576236</guid>
		<description>If you got tagged, copy these questions, answer them yourself and tag  other lucky pups or kitties! ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ If you got tagged, copy these questions, answer them yourself and tag  other lucky pups or kitties!

I was tagged by Tink  so here I go!

1. What is your favorite color for Easter eggs?
GREEN!!

2. Would you rather be a bunny or a chick?
Hmm~I would eat both...

3. How many Easter eggs do you think you'll find when you get to hunt them at your house? All of them!!!
.

4. What kind of Easter basket are you hoping for?one filled with reeses peanut butter cups....the little ones! aaaaaRrrrooooooooFfffffffaaaaa

Now I'm tagging  Dixie BlackPearl, Georgie Girl, Webster, Sandy,Tessa,RB, MC, Kinnick,& Daisy Mae!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Spring</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/572080</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 07:27:53 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/572080</guid>
		<description>Spring is such a time to behold....
We have had some lightening that puts nitrogen back into the gr ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Spring is such a time to behold....
We have had some lightening that puts nitrogen back into the ground. I can actually detect the sweet smell of dirt....
Most yumans don't think that dirt smells sweet,  but it does in early spring and late fall.
It tastes sweet all the time though.....hehehe
I have beenwatchin the birdies at the feeder....
The female goldfinches are starting to turn yellow again....veryslowly.
And the cardinals are eating lots of  sunflower seeds to make strong
baby birds inside strong shells.
 The squirrels are making nests and Mum put out peanuts(I wish I could of had some)for them to munch on so their babies will have lots of rich milk.
Little birds singing sweet songs all day long.  
Before I fall asleep (after breakfast) I float off hearing birdie melodies; and before I wake up(for supper) i  hear their melodies  faint @ first and then louder as I wake up fully.
 Yes Spring is a bundle of fresh smells, sights and sounds.......]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>MEAN  CAT</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/562414</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 03:18:14 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/562414</guid>
		<description>To M CAT, you are the man, thank you for the GREAT chicken party! ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ To M CAT, you are the man, thank you for the GREAT chicken party!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>tagged by Rascal</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/561656</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 06:42:43 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/561656</guid>
		<description>Copy this diary entry, and paste it into your diary. Read and then delete my answers. Then you can f ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Copy this diary entry, and paste it into your diary. Read and then delete my answers. Then you can fill in your own! We can get to know our pals better!! Have fun!! Then send a rosette or pawmail to 4 pals and ask them to post it in their diary!!!!

1. What color is your collar? green

2. What kind of food do you eat? dry dog food

3. What are your favorite treats? Hmm, I like them all!

4. Do you have a Valentine or significant other?? valentine

5. Do you get Table Scraps? hardly ever

6. What is your favorite toy? My squeaky toy that is a squirrel!

7. When is your Birthday? July 12, 2004

8. How many times a day do you get to eat? 

I get 2 meals a day plus snacks

9. Do you have a favorite color? blue

10. Do you hope all your pals put this in their diary? WUF WUF

I'm sending this to  DaisyMae,  Thatch& EmmaJean &Dixie BlackPearl]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Heart's Day</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/560626</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 14 Feb 2009 11:34:17 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/560626</guid>
		<description>jeepers, the little card with the dog's heart with wings is sure pretty; 
Today is  a day set aside ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ jeepers, the little card with the dog's heart with wings is sure pretty; 
Today is  a day set aside a long time ago to let others know how you feel about them...."to love and be loved is the greatest joy".....g. sands
Happy Valentine's Day!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>cold</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/549028</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 17:52:25 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
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		<description>Phew! It is so cold my paws  practically stick to the ground.  I can still chase squirrels but I hav ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Phew! It is so cold my paws  practically stick to the ground.  I can still chase squirrels but I have to do it real fast.  My friend Dusty and Bootsie got married on Sat.
                                                                                         
 They had a real nice wedding and lots of good food and friends.  I got to help them get married by being a  groomsdog. 
                                            
 Since the wedding, I have been curled up in my old lazy dog chair keeping warm.  Tinkerbelle sent me some hot cocoa to stay warm. I write, eat, dream, sleep and read.  Life is so good! We have about 8 inches of snow on the ground.  Getting geared up for another storm!
 AaaaaRrrrrrrOoooooFffffffa!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>01-03-09</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/545650</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 3 Jan 2009 16:58:29 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I have been tagged by my furiend Rascal....So I will tell  everyone 7 things about myself and then t ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I have been tagged by my furiend Rascal....So I will tell  everyone 7 things about myself and then tag 7 more pets.... The idea is to let other pets know more about me, and then tag others to learn about them.
1. I like to read books and magazines  and I often get carried away by ripping the book or magazine up.
2. I like to chase rabbits and I'll dine on 'em if I get the chance.  So far, mum made a bunch of holes in the fence, so I haven't had a rabbit since last winter.
3.I have a squirrel toy that I carry around with me in the house all over the place.
4. I get on the computer and order toys when no one is @ home. Then I blame the fish in the aquarium.
5. I love to pick thru the trash and snack if I can get my paws on it.
6. I like to eat any type of vegetable.
7.  I take the newspapers in the house to fill in the crossword puzzles and do soduku.

I have tagged, 
1.Dusty the puppycat
2. Tinkerbelle my gal
3. Roger Bleu
4. Dixie BlackPearl
5. Daisy Mae
6. Rocky
7.Howard
7.Tessa
7.Lassie]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Tagged by Tinkerbelle!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/524191</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 5 Nov 2008 23:25:35 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Okay here it goes:  I have been tagged by my girl Tink!
So, I have to tell you 7 facts about myself ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Okay here it goes:  I have been tagged by my girl Tink!
So, I have to tell you 7 facts about myself.... and tag 7 furiends. The furiends in turn have to tell 7 things about themselves and then tag 7 more critters!
My furiends I've tagged are:
Webster #441532
Dusty ThePuppyCat#449773
POP #564118
Roger Bleu#648985
Lucy #469390
Georgie Girl#693382
Dixie BlackPearl#865951

1.  I like to chase rabbits.
2. I have  had rabbit stew a few times; mom doesn't like this at all!
3. I scoot around in the snow like a tug boat.
4.I love to eat vegetables.
5. I have card parties when no one is at home.
6. I know how to get on the computer and send pmails.
7. I click on free food for animals  web site (see my page) daily.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Celebrate!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/523695</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 4 Nov 2008 22:36:09 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Oh Happy Day!!!!!
AaaaaaaaaaaaRRrrrrrrrrrrOooooooooooooooooooFFfffffffffffffffffa! Paws&amp;Hugs, Bentl ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh Happy Day!!!!!
AaaaaaaaaaaaRRrrrrrrrrrrOooooooooooooooooooFFfffffffffffffffffa! Paws&Hugs, Bentley]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Wisdom from one of the best!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/518501</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 01:08:22 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>How many legs does a dog have if you call  the tail a leg?
Four.  Calling a tail a leg doesn't make ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ How many legs does a dog have if you call  the tail a leg?
Four.  Calling a tail a leg doesn't make it a leg.
                                                                                              ****Abraham Lincoln]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>leaves</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/516180</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 14 Oct 2008 15:35:14 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>today  I counted a 102+  leaves that fell from the front maple.....that was in between 2 naps even.. ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ today  I counted a 102+  leaves that fell from the front maple.....that was in between 2 naps even... I howled at a couple of them because  they turned in to varmits as soon as they hit the ground....I swear]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Autumn</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/515095</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 11 Oct 2008 18:36:03 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Ah..... the sweet smell of leaves and cool air......Today it got up to 79 degrees but not hot,  it w ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Ah..... the sweet smell of leaves and cool air......Today it got up to 79 degrees but not hot,  it was gentle and comfortable in the sun.
My friends Webster and Katie got married today....the wedding and the  reception were all great! I of course ate cake.....I love cake.
They had traditional white  and then this moist semisweet chocolate that  put me nirvana for a while.  In real life we doggies can't eat chocolate so it was good to pretend.....
Hope everyone is having a good autumn!
 PS the little panda in Atlanta GA is 36 days old ; and a little over 3 lbs.
Be sure to check out the live Panda Cam as the 24/7 coverage will end in December!  that address is:  ZooAtlanta.org!
Paws & Hugs, Bentley]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Autumn</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/510308</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 28 Sep 2008 09:10:11 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>The leaves are starting to turn here...I'm so glad it doesn't affect the trunks of the trees.  I alw ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ The leaves are starting to turn here...I'm so glad it doesn't affect the trunks of the trees.  I always wondered about that when I was really young. Okay, so I am trying to get a gig on Comedy Central doing stand up....
My first joke will sound like this....ever hear a Dog speak so clearly?
I'm also a doctor in my free time..... what did one fish say to the other one....nothing fish don't talk. I'm trying to cheer Mom up because she feels bad about Paul Newman.  He was a great gentleman and actor.
He did alot of charity work....such a good example for all of us.
He'll be remembered for his honesty and  great films.  He wouldn't do just any film....it had to meet his standards.  What a guy!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Panda Birth!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/507026</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 19 Sep 2008 02:44:38 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Oh my gosh I'm  so excited.....BOLBOLBOL, there is a new Panda baby @ the Atlanta Zoo in Georgia!!!  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh my gosh I'm  so excited.....BOLBOLBOL, there is a new Panda baby @ the Atlanta Zoo in Georgia!!!  It's a little boy, and he is was born August 30th at 10:10 pm. Mom was in labor for 32 hours! There is a live panda cam 24/7 on currently that you should check out @ zooatlanta.org.  Check it out and send your good thoughts and greetings  to them! Paws&Hugs, Bentley]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Weather &amp; Pandas!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/500414</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 31 Aug 2008 13:15:25 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>It is so amazing how it can be so nice in one spot of the country and ( here it is 82 degrees, humid ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It is so amazing how it can be so nice in one spot of the country and ( here it is 82 degrees, humidity 50% )  then down south, in New Orleans ands the other southern cities they are expecting a hurricane. I hope and keep my paws crossed that they will be alright!

Good news to report: Lun Lun & YangYang in Atlanta GA Zoo, had a baby panda, Saturday nite! At 10:10 PM after a 35 long hour labor, LunLun had a sweet little cute, need to cuddle  nurse and keep warm panda.
We won't know the sex for a while,  MeiLan, their first born will be 2 yrs old on Sept 6th  WooooooHooooo!
Long live the Pandas! 
Congratulations to all the people who work so hard to care for them, and to all of us for the love of another Panda !]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>1rst Year Anniversary &amp; HOPE</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/500008</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 30 Aug 2008 08:42:08 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Oh my, I got a cake for my first year from Dogster!
I can't believe how fast a year goes by.....I c ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh my, I got a cake for my first year from Dogster!
I can't believe how fast a year goes by.....I can remember seeing 99 days,  and that seemed to last for ever!
WooooHoooo!
Mom& Dad watched the big speech on Thursday!
 I saw tears in their eyes as the heard about HOPE and what that could do for everyone.
HOPE  is a beautiful thing and we all need that to live and nuture ourselves.
I hope that candidate will win the election!
George Eliot writes this about life....
What do we live for, 
if it is not to make life less difficult for each other.
paws&hugs,
Bentley]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>TV</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/498991</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 27 Aug 2008 00:35:27 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Boy tonite the humons were watching the DNC.  The speeches were wild and there was alot of laughter  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Boy tonite the humons were watching the DNC.  The speeches were wild and there was alot of laughter and yippeeing going on.....
I got pretty excited when the odor of popcorn and root beer gently swirled and floated all about the house.  Now that is my kind of snack, besides rabbit.
The sky is real clear at nite here and the constellations stick out like I could hang on 'em if I wanted to....
Awwww popcorn...warm, buttered, tender big fresh kernels......oh my....]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>End of August</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/498511</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 25 Aug 2008 17:34:47 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>The last days of summer are here.....where did the summer go?
Lots has happened ....I'm honored to  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ The last days of summer are here.....where did the summer go?
Lots has happened ....I'm honored to have met the pups and kitties I have here on Dogster. So many directions and interests.
I helped my friends plant a garden last week at the Girls Dream House.
It will really be beautiful next spring and summer.
I hope everyone has a safe and pleasant Labor Day holiday!
AaaaaaaaRrrrrrrrrOoooooooFfffffffffff!
Paws&Hugs,
Bentley]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>new month</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/488658</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 31 Jul 2008 19:53:06 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Well it is August....the Dog Days of Summer are here!
I'm keeping cool and reading in the hammock a ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well it is August....the Dog Days of Summer are here!
I'm keeping cool and reading in the hammock and sipping on root beer floats!
Hope every one has a great summer!
Paws, Bentley]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>WoofDay</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/480801</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 12 Jul 2008 07:09:43 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>WoofDay #4
I can remember when I was with my litter maties....fresh warm milk that day we were born ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ WoofDay #4
I can remember when I was with my litter maties....fresh warm milk that day we were born.  There were nine of us. 4 girliepups and 5 boys.
I was the 5th pup to come out....My bro Jake and me were the last pups to go from the litter.  We all had these little white wing markings on our shoulder areas....making us look like little angels.

I always barked to think that we could get away with a whole lot of mischievous puphavior because of those wings.....

It still allows me some latitude to misbehave Mum loves me so much.
 Today we getta go for an extra long walk, I get some extra treats!

Yesterday I got my nails clipped and my anal glands  cleaned so I'd be able to race around today with quick energy and easy poops.

Please stop by to my page for some cake!  I licked  the frosting around the back of the base of the cake and Mum didn't even notice....(:]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>BOL, DOTD</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/473936</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 23 Jun 2008 18:54:32 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Thank you Dogster and every one else for making me DOTD!
My Mum just found out at 8:22 pm!  Iowa Ti ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Thank you Dogster and every one else for making me DOTD!
My Mum just found out at 8:22 pm!  Iowa Time... I was trying to use the phone to call her at work today....
And this " not having opposible  thumbs thing"  gets in the way sometimes.
Mum had a real hectic day at work in the ER and she felt kinda sad when she got home.
There is a unique smell to humons when they have different emotions.

She smelled real happy after reading about me and seeing all the well
wishes and Congrats I got.

I getta have a milk bone tonight!

You folks and furiends are the greatest!
Thank you very much again!
To quote a Native American Proverb ( I read when mum is at work)
***WE WILL BE KNOWN FOREVER BY THE TRACKS WE LEAVE***

There are so many note worthy pets and people here on Dogster&Catster! All leaving some pretty pawsome tracks!!!!  Our love and smiles to each of you!
Paws&Hugs, Bentley]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My Tail of Devotion for Bentley</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/473576</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 22 Jun 2008 19:51:38 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>My Mum always makes me a part of every thing she does.....
I show her how to stay in touch with the ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ My Mum always makes me a part of every thing she does.....
I show her how to stay in touch with the simple joys in life.

Bentley is my best friend....loves me unconditionally,
there are never enough thank yous to give him.....]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Receding Flood Waters....</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/473406</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 22 Jun 2008 09:28:06 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Well the sun is out and the sky is that deep blue color, clear and beautiful.
Hard to believe there ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well the sun is out and the sky is that deep blue color, clear and beautiful.
Hard to believe there are houses, businesses, campus buildings, seriously affected by the water still....
Mum told me to stay away from the mud and litter as there are lots of germs....
The center for Arts and Entertainment on UI campus, Hancher really took some heavy water damage.
1000 Plus pets, are being housed at the Kirkwood community college in Cedar Rapids Ia, as a lot of  homes were lost in Cedar Rapids.
In one place down town Cedar Rapids, they will have to tear down 600 houses, because the flood water was so bad....
Petco in Cedar Rapids has been very generous to offer food and other care items for these pets at Kirkwood Comm. College CR, Ia.
thankyou Petco!
Paws&hugs,
Bentley]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>treats</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/473358</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 22 Jun 2008 06:27:16 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Hmmmm, I discovered where my treats are at....in the frig bahcuz
me Bentley can't open the door.
I ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hmmmm, I discovered where my treats are at....in the frig bahcuz
me Bentley can't open the door.
I could get in the cookie jar on the counter, the garbage, dog food can,  the puter room......but not the frig.....
I'm gonna look to see if I can find a course on line that'll teach me how to do it.  Hmmmmm wonder if Dogster has directions on how to get  the frig?]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Flood Watch</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/470583</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 14 Jun 2008 07:01:38 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Please join me in sending good thoughts and prayers to all the people and their pets in the flood ri ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Please join me in sending good thoughts and prayers to all the people and their pets in the flood ridden areas of Iowa.
Downtown Cedar Rapids is totally under water.  That's a town 23 miles north of were I live.
There is water here as well , the crest is supposed to hit Iowa River on Tues. or Wed.  There is so much water around, mum won't let me swim in it....I'm not sure why.
We have seen so many people come together and help with sand bagging, and evacuating. Kudos to all of them!!!
The animals at the Ia City shelter got moved to the fair grounds because the shelter is flooded.
I saw a full rainbow over the house on Wednesday evening.
Can't beat that for beauty and aw.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Grateful</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/463494</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 25 May 2008 11:54:48 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I am grateful for my daily simple  blessings of good health,safety,love and care.
I shiver when I t ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I am grateful for my daily simple  blessings of good health,safety,love and care.
I shiver when I think of the poor people, their homes, families  and loss in China,  from the earthquake, and the cyclone in Myanmar with the  disaster and aftermath affecting hundreds of thousands with illness, disease and starvation.
Even the Pandas' structural buildings at the Wolong Panda Sanctuary were affected (see article on the San Diego Zoo web site)  Luckily no Pandas were hurt......
I offer and send my prayers to all hurting, lost and hungry that  nature will support their recovery and well being.
I pray and hope that the governments involved will seek help offered and  realize how dependent we are upon  each other.  
And I pray and hope people in our country will help them in any way they can.
                                                                    
                                                                        ***]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Happy Mother's Day</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/458799</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 11 May 2008 14:02:26 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Happy Mom's Day to all the Dogster Moms out there!
Mothers go out of their way to ensure we are hea ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Happy Mom's Day to all the Dogster Moms out there!
Mothers go out of their way to ensure we are healthy, happy, and behaved.
They help us learn about the world in rare form because they don't ever want us to be negative, mean, cruel, unkind.
We pups learn our lessons well from our furmoms and our human moms  watch out after us in this life we share with them.
How lucky we are and how blessed to have a Mom from both worlds in our lives.
Thanks to all Moms Everywhere no Matter What type of kids you have!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Grateful</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/457845</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 8 May 2008 20:27:30 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/457845</guid>
		<description>I just marvel at all the good pups and kitties I've met on Dogster&amp;Catster.
Thank you every one for ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I just marvel at all the good pups and kitties I've met on Dogster&Catster.
Thank you every one for sharing your time, friendship and knowledge.
Paws&Hugs, Happy Spring everyone!
A sleepy Bentley]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Tagged</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/445351</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 5 Apr 2008 11:43:54 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/445351</guid>
		<description>I have been tagged by my furiends Chelsea&amp;Cadence:
so here it goes.....

4 jobs I have had:
guar ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I have been tagged by my furiends Chelsea&Cadence:
so here it goes.....

4 jobs I have had:
guarding  mums chair when she is gone,
cleaning out the garbage can in the broom closet,
chasing rabbits and squirrels out of the back yard,
supervising  the  raking of the yard.

4 places I have lived:
on a farm with my furparents and sibs& aunties&uncles,
in town at my house,
at the vets,
with my neighbors.

4 places I have been:
doggie park,
the woods,
 the river,
the pet store.

4 places I'd rather be:
the ocean, 
the woods,
a meat market,
a cheese factory

Now I tag, Millie , Greta of the Rainbow, Hannah, and Tinkerbelle, Gizmo, Howard, and 
WINston& the Chicago Crew, &  Rocky& Hoover& Oliver, Daisy,Lassie, Thatch and Emma, The Roo Crew, Davey Dog& Webster, Bobby, Harry&Mike.& Mr. Socks, and Rascal.
paws&hugs,
Bentley]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Spring</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/442597</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 29 Mar 2008 07:54:03 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/442597</guid>
		<description>Awwww, the fresh scent of spring and new life in the air.
Spring is the same in any language.
May  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Awwww, the fresh scent of spring and new life in the air.
Spring is the same in any language.
May your spring be your best one yet!
My thank yous on bended paw to honour
my bud WINston for his Spring magic.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Naughty me....</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/434215</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 6 Mar 2008 16:46:33 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/434215</guid>
		<description>Boy today I hit the jack pot of food.  I waited until mom got a block away from the house and then W ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Boy today I hit the jack pot of food.  I waited until mom got a block away from the house and then Wah-Moe.....I knocked the metal garbage  can down in the broom closet ( she didn't think I could get in to the  broom closet,  let alone paw thru the garbage.....) and checked out the garbage can with the safety flip up lid on it.   
There was so much stuff I didn't know where to begin. HEheheh, garbage day is tomorrow... so I made out like a bandit.
For some reason I had to take it over to my LL Bean Bed, the front door, the living room and the kitchen of course. I kept getting distracted by the phone...that's why... yah...yah....BOL
I even took some of it on the couch.
I would have had a card party if there was extra food.
Let's see : I had Dole Tropical fruit cup, old maids from pop corn, cheese, old tartar sauce, cocktail sauce  ( where was the shrimp? Uh??)  Baked potato skins,
milk in an old carton, chocolate soy milk in old carton(which I wish there was more of)
sour cream, carrots, and some mighty-mango juice.
I don't understand why humans throw the food away like they do...know wonder there is world hunger.
I hope I don't get sick because I don't think she knows what a free combo  of stuff I had...I'll just nap this evening and let things move thru......]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Belle Id # 529579</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/432157</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 1 Mar 2008 16:41:48 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/432157</guid>
		<description>Today I got a note from my furiend in Wales who shared with me that their family had a house fire, P ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Today I got a note from my furiend in Wales who shared with me that their family had a house fire, Please remember them in your prayers!!!
When some diaster like this happens  it makes your aware of the things that are truly important and grateful for the simple precious things we have in each other.
Paws&Hugs,
Bentley]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Happy Valentine's Day!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/425729</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 14 Feb 2008 17:00:28 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/425729</guid>
		<description>Hello everyone!  Today is a day to celebrate how it is that we care for one another and help each ot ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello everyone!  Today is a day to celebrate how it is that we care for one another and help each other out.  I have met so many nice pups and kitties on Dogster, and  I appreciate what I have learned from each on of you!
Paws& Hugs, 
Bentley]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Tag</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/420514</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 2 Feb 2008 17:10:18 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/420514</guid>
		<description>I was tagged by my friend Daisy! (:
so will make 5 wishes and then send out 5 more tags;
1) I wish ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I was tagged by my friend Daisy! (:
so will make 5 wishes and then send out 5 more tags;
1) I wish that my mom would make potato soup.
2) I wish that any good movie would come to town.
3)I wish that my friend Bruno gets stronger in health everyday
4) I wish that the birds will get plenty of seed this winter and spring.
5) I wish good health for all my friends.
now I will tag:
Lassie,  Lucky Lucy, Thatch, Guinness, and Roger Bleu]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Tag</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/419839</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 1 Feb 2008 03:10:29 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/419839</guid>
		<description>Okay, I was tagged by my friend Zoie, so here it goes.....
1) I wish for nice weather.
2) I hope I ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Okay, I was tagged by my friend Zoie, so here it goes.....
1) I wish for nice weather.
2) I hope I get a lot of cards and bones on valentines's day.
3)I hope that Bruno's health continues to improve....
4) I hope that all the pups and kitties on dogster have a nice month of Feb .
5) I wish for some new tennis balls.

Now I will tag 5 friends.....
1. Emma
2.Bella
3. Jack
4. Maddie's Mom
5. Tinkerbelle]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Valentine's Day Tag</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/417469</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 26 Jan 2008 09:08:03 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/417469</guid>
		<description>I was chosen, and tagged by Pippin For Valentine's Day Tag Wishes;
I will send my tags on to five o ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I was chosen, and tagged by Pippin For Valentine's Day Tag Wishes;
I will send my tags on to five other pups after I make 5 wishes;
so here it goes;
1)  I wish for Bruno to have good health and hope that he is able to have his surgery successfully.

2) I wish for my mom that she will get her work project done and do very well on it.

3) I wish for good weather this spring and summer.

4) I wish for just the right amount of rain for the farmers who grow our food.

5) I wish for the countries in the world to live peacefully with each other. 

Now I will tag my friends: Rocky, WINston, Tinkerbelle, Daisy and Bobby.
Have fun everyone and Happy Valentine's Day to all the Pups!
Paws&Hugs!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Maddie</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/416620</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 23 Jan 2008 23:33:43 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/416620</guid>
		<description>Dogsters' Dear Little Maddie got her wings on Jan 18, 2008.
Her message to me is simply this: we ar ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Dogsters' Dear Little Maddie got her wings on Jan 18, 2008.
Her message to me is simply this: we are put here on earth to experience each other's joy and pain and help bark each other through it. Bless you my little friend.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Wheels</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/414334</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 17 Jan 2008 21:50:38 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/414334</guid>
		<description>Yippee!!!
I finally got a car and it's LAB MOBILE! 
Thanks to Carmela, she was trusting enough to  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Yippee!!!
I finally got a car and it's LAB MOBILE! 
Thanks to Carmela, she was trusting enough to accept my loan application.
I can't thank her enough!!!! Oh it is a hybrid VW Bug that runs on air, & love, no exhaust & endless mileage.
Paws&Hugs,
Bentley]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>thank yous</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/414121</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 17 Jan 2008 10:24:36 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/414121</guid>
		<description>My barkfilled thanks to my friend RB, for helping me with my pics!
I love you! ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ My barkfilled thanks to my friend RB, for helping me with my pics!
I love you!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>01-16-08</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/413969</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 16 Jan 2008 22:51:37 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/413969</guid>
		<description>I am simply amazed at how many nice dogsters and catsters there are out there.  We are quite an inte ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I am simply amazed at how many nice dogsters and catsters there are out there.  We are quite an interesting group, and stars shine out there for each of us!  Barkyous to the people who started the web site!
Paws&Hugs, 
Bentley]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Clouds and Mounds of Angel Hair</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/411033</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 8 Jan 2008 18:20:30 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/411033</guid>
		<description>Today I received a most special gift from my friend WINston in Chicago;
He decorated my web page ma ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Today I received a most special gift from my friend WINston in Chicago;
He decorated my web page made to special order with some wonderful surprises as well.  I just want to publicly thank WINston for this gift and tell him how much he and this site renews  my faith in human kindness.
Also a special thank you to Roger Bleu for making me a party hat  for the New Year.
Those pups and kitties that give joy to others cannot not keep it from themselves.
Every good deed comes back to us two fold forever always!
Paws&Hugs to my special friends!
Bentley]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>BOL BOl Aarrrrrrrrroooowwwwwwfffffff Thankyou(:</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/410365</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 7 Jan 2008 06:32:12 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/410365</guid>
		<description>Dear Dogster,
Thank you so much for honoring me with the Daily Diary Dogster Picks.
You guys are g ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Dear Dogster,
Thank you so much for honoring me with the Daily Diary Dogster Picks.
You guys are great and so are all the pups and kitties that I've met!!!
Here's a bone toast to the New Year!
Paws,Hugs&TailWhomps,
Bentley]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Happy New Year!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/408198</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 1 Jan 2008 15:15:55 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/408198</guid>
		<description>Dear Friends  Far and Near,
I hope 2008 will be good to all of you!
I am thankful for the great pu ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Dear Friends  Far and Near,
I hope 2008 will be good to all of you!
I am thankful for the great pups I've met and wish you much love, laughter and the best of health.
Paws&Hugs&TailWomps
Bentley]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>12-23-07</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/404901</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 23 Dec 2007 14:01:01 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/404901</guid>
		<description>Christmas is coming fast. 8-10 inches of snow is what we had last nite.
We put sunflower seeds out  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Christmas is coming fast. 8-10 inches of snow is what we had last nite.
We put sunflower seeds out for the birdies.
God Bless us everyone!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>dec. 6th 2007</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/398614</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 6 Dec 2007 20:04:06 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/398614</guid>
		<description>I had alot of fun outside today because I was frolicking in the snow. We have about 5 inches on the  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I had alot of fun outside today because I was frolicking in the snow. We have about 5 inches on the ground.  It is beautiful.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>sunday</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/393859</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 25 Nov 2007 11:10:28 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/393859</guid>
		<description>it is cool today 34 and windy, crisp walking weather.  I love brisk weather to walk in.  Makes my co ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ it is cool today 34 and windy, crisp walking weather.  I love brisk weather to walk in.  Makes my coffee taste even better!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Autumn</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/376059</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 15 Oct 2007 07:00:08 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/376059</guid>
		<description>It is fall here in Iowa City.  The leaves are starting to look real pretty.
I love the frisky air f ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It is fall here in Iowa City.  The leaves are starting to look real pretty.
I love the frisky air for walks outside and good sleeping weather.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>my Id</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/376057</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 15 Oct 2007 06:57:58 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/376057</guid>
		<description>My id for the photo contest is  609676! Bentley ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ My id for the photo contest is  609676! Bentley]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>sept.07</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/363032</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 10 Sep 2007 10:24:46 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/363032</guid>
		<description>It has been raining alot here in Iowa.  It is fun to be snuggled up in the house with my owners. ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It has been raining alot here in Iowa.  It is fun to be snuggled up in the house with my owners.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>sun aug. 19 2007</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/353705</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 19 Aug 2007 16:43:59 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Bentley ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/609676/diary/Life_is_always_good/353705</guid>
		<description>The new little panda in San Diego is 17 days old. Starting to show it's little vest.
love love, ben ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ The new little panda in San Diego is 17 days old. Starting to show it's little vest.
love love, bentley]]></content:encoded>
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