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<title>LIFE WITH ASTHON KIRK</title>
<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/782176/diary/Life_with_asthon_kirk</link>
<description>Dogster diary for the dog &hearts; Ashton &hearts;</description>
<language>en</language>
<copyright>Copyright 2013 by &hearts; Ashton &hearts; &amp; Dogster</copyright>
<pubDate>Sat, 25 May 2013 19:08:52 PDT</pubDate>
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		<title>IN REMEMBERANCE OF 05-22-11</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/782176/diary/Life_with_asthon_kirk/827821</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 23 May 2013 00:03:13 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>&amp;hearts; Ashton &amp;hearts; ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>WE ALL HAD A TIME OF SILENCE AND PRAYER AT 5:41PM, WHEN THE
AWFUL EF5 TORNADO HIT 2 YRS AGO TODAY.  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ WE ALL HAD A TIME OF SILENCE AND PRAYER AT 5:41PM, WHEN THE
AWFUL EF5 TORNADO HIT 2 YRS AGO TODAY. MAMMA AND DADDY ARE SO GRATEFUL TO GOD FOR SPARING OUR FAMILY...WE WANT TO SEND OUR LOVE AND PRAYERS OUT TO THOSE VICTIMS IN MOORE, OKLAHOMA....JOPLIN, MISSOURI IS SENDING POLICEMAN, FIREFIGHTERS, EMT'S AND THE NATIONAL GUARD TO HELP THERE...
THERE IS NO DESCRIBING THE PAIN, DEVISTATION, AND OVERWHELMING FEELING OF GOING THRU THIS KIND OF TRAGEDY.
WE ARE BLESSED.  THANK YOU, GOD....


I LOVE YOU ASHTON BOY SO VERY MUCH, AND KNOW THAT MAMMA
WOULD DO ANYTHING FOR YOU AND YOUR BROFURS AND SISFUR..


MY PRECIOUS BOY,
I LOVE YOU,
MAMMA&hearts;&hearts;]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>ASHTON, OUR SPECIAL BABY BOY...</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/782176/diary/Life_with_asthon_kirk/826490</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 11 May 2013 23:07:07 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>&amp;hearts; Ashton &amp;hearts; ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I WAS AT PET SMART ONE SAT, AND IT WAS ADOPTION DAY...I HAD LOST OUR SWEET MOLLY MAE TO A HEART ATTA ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I WAS AT PET SMART ONE SAT, AND IT WAS ADOPTION DAY...I HAD LOST OUR SWEET MOLLY MAE TO A HEART ATTACK, AND I SAW ASHTON...HE MAYBE WEIGHED 70LBS.....I PUT MY HEAD DOWN NEAR HIS OPEN CRATE, AND I ASKED HIM IF HE WANTED TO 
COME HOME WITH ME, AND HIS FACE AND EYES LIT UP! 
HE PUT OUT HIS PAW AND PUT IT ON MY ARM, AND WAS
TRYING TO EXPRESS HIS FEELINGS TO ME...HE IS SO 
LOVING AND KIND TO EVERY HUMAN AND OTHER ANIMALS.
BEING SO ABUSED, HE COULD HAVE EASILY BEEN MEAN, 
BUT HE IS JUST THE OPPOSITE.  HE HAS HELPED SAVE
MY LIFE TWICE.....HE IS AN INCREDIBLE FRIEND!
LOYAL AND TRUE!  (DADDY'S SPECIAL BUDDY!) I LOVE 
THE WAY HE MAKES US FEEL WHEN THINGS GET ROUGH, 
HE IS THERE SITTING AT YOUR FEET, READY TO LOVE, 
LEND A PAW, SHAKE AND JUST PUT HIS PAW ON YOUR 
HAND OR ARM AND SIT THERE AS LONG AS YOU NEED
HIM TOO...I BELIEVE ANIMALS HAVE SOULS, AND HIS
IS A VERY SPECIAL ONE! THANK YOU, ASHTON FOR 
SHARING YOUR LIFE WITH US EVERYDAY! THANK YOU
FOR THE LOVE YOU GIVE SO UNSELFISHLY.....
ALWAYS IN OUR HEARTS, FOREVER....
HUGS AND KISSES TO YOU, SWEET ASHTON BOY,
LOVE, MAMMA.......]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>HIDE!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/782176/diary/Life_with_asthon_kirk/823107</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 10 Apr 2013 21:55:02 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>&amp;hearts; Ashton &amp;hearts; ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>THE RAIN STARTED LAST NIGHT, SO I WENT AND SLEPT IN MOMMA AND DADDY'S ROOM, ON THE NICE BIG PILLOWS  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ THE RAIN STARTED LAST NIGHT, SO I WENT AND SLEPT IN MOMMA AND DADDY'S ROOM, ON THE NICE BIG PILLOWS AND
BLANKETS MAMMA HAS ON THE CARPET FOR US FURS!

EARLY THIS MORNING, THE THUNDER STARTED...I STAYED ON THE COUCH, BECAUSE DADDY WAS HERE AND I REALLY
FELT SAFE. (MAMMA GETS REAL NERVOUS TOO! SHHHH! 
THE THUNDER AND LIGHTNING WAS SO BAD IT LIT UP THE FRONT AND BACK YARD, AND WHEN ONE OF THOSE FLASHES
AND THEN THE BOOM CAME DOWN, I WAS IN THE CORNER
WITH MY FACE IN THE CORNER OF THE WALL AND WRAPPED 
UP TIGHT, AS MUCH AS I CAN, BEING A BIG DOG! I NEVER LET MAMMA OR DADDY OUT OF MY SITE, THEY MOVED, I MOVED! DADDY WAS MAINLY IN HIS RECLINER WATCHING 
BASEBALL(GO CARDINALS!) AND AS LONG AS I KNEW HE
WAS NEAR I WAS GRATEFUL! I AM STILL JUST A PUPPY, BUT BY MY SIZE, HUMANS THINK I SHOULD BE OLDER AND 
NOT TO BE SCARED!  I HAVE MY PRIDE, BUT WHEN IT 
COMES TO STORMS, AFTER BEING IN THAT EF5 TORNADO,
I AM GONNA HIDE!!! 

SAFE IN THE CORNER,
LOVE,
ASHTON&hearts;&hearts;]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Thank You, Dogster!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/782176/diary/Life_with_asthon_kirk/815690</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 10 Feb 2013 19:41:23 PST</pubdate>
		<author>&amp;hearts; Ashton &amp;hearts; ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I am so honored for being chosen as the Diary Pick of the Day! Thank You for this Honor! 


Woofs ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I am so honored for being chosen as the Diary Pick of the Day! Thank You for this Honor! 


Woofs and Hugs,
Ashton &hearts; &hearts;]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>IS THERE ANYONE THERE??</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/782176/diary/Life_with_asthon_kirk/815506</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 9 Feb 2013 07:54:52 PST</pubdate>
		<author>&amp;hearts; Ashton &amp;hearts; ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Today Mamma went to change my photos and add new ones! Not happening, Again! We just want to be able ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Today Mamma went to change my photos and add new ones! Not happening, Again! We just want to be able to show our photos,and they are special to us! We like sharing them with our Friends! When you still have a Christmas Picture on your page in February, it gets old!! Well back to e-mailing HQ.....Ashton looks up at Mamma, and *Smiles*, I right here Mamma! It will be okay! We have each other and our Family which is the most important! Mamma gives Ashton a Big Hug and Kiss! Thank You, my Sweet Ashton, I Love you so very much! I thank God for you and your brofur's and sisfur, I am Blessed....We miss our Molly Mae(Forever In My Heart) so very much! She would not want me to be sad or 
upset either....Kisses sent to Heaven from All of your Family!!XOXOXOXOXOXO



Valentine Kisses and Hugs,
Love,
Ashton(and Mom Shawna) &hearts; &hearts;]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>IT SNOWED!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/782176/diary/Life_with_asthon_kirk/810674</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 31 Dec 2012 18:29:54 PST</pubdate>
		<author>&amp;hearts; Ashton &amp;hearts; ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I was so happy when I went out on the deck and it all was white!  I Love the Snow!  I stayed out lon ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I was so happy when I went out on the deck and it all was white!  I Love the Snow!  I stayed out longer than the other furs, I laid down in the snow!! (Sometimes Mom and Dad have it too hot for me in the house)! So, i go outside and chill... I have been wanting to go out for my walks, but it has been too cold! Mamma said it was supposed to warm up next week in the 40's and we will try to go! Oh, Boy!! 

Thank You to all your furs and Momma's and Daddy's who sent us all the Awesome Photo Christmas Cards! We hope everyone liked ours! Mamma said we all looked so sweet!
We had a wonderful Christmas, because we were blessed to all be together!

Have a Very Happy New Year,
Hugs to ALL,
God Bless ALL,
Ashton Boy
XOXOXOXOXOXOXO]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My Best Friend!  2012</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/782176/diary/Life_with_asthon_kirk/802581</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 25 Oct 2012 07:07:02 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>&amp;hearts; Ashton &amp;hearts; ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>He his your friend, your partner, your defender, your Dog.
You are His Life, His Love, His leader. ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ He his your friend, your partner, your defender, your Dog.
You are His Life, His Love, His leader.
He will be yours faithful and true, to the last beat of His  
heart. You owe it to Him to be worthy of such devotion.



Ashton, you are a True Best Friend.
I Will Love You to the Last Beat of my Heart.
and beyond.  A Love that never Ends!


Love you, Sweet Boy,
Mamma
XOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXO]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>The Anniversary of the Terrible Tornado.....</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/782176/diary/Life_with_asthon_kirk/781180</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 22 May 2012 09:38:44 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>&amp;hearts; Ashton &amp;hearts; ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>At 5:41pm one year ago today, our Mamma and us 5 dogs were hit by an EF5 Tornado. It does not seem l ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ At 5:41pm one year ago today, our Mamma and us 5 dogs were hit by an EF5 Tornado. It does not seem like it was a year ago today...Mamma is still suffering from PTSD from this horrible Tornado.... Mamma took us all into the hallway and five seconds later she heard the sirens going off and then the house began to come apart....She got us into our bathroom and she was crying out for Harley Davidson...She heard whimpering from the back bedroom that had already been destroyed. She was crying and then she saw Harley in one of the dresser drawers. She got him out, and brought him into the bathroom with the rest of us. HE WAS NOT HURT, just scared. Mamma threw towels on all of us and laid on top of us, so hopefully nothing would fall on us, just her. She was hit by all kinds of debris and then the roof came off the house.....We were all soaked and scared...There were Angels all around us or we would not have survived. It took the firefighter volunteers 2 hours to get us out, the Tv 
entertainment center had been thrown all the way down the hall and was blocking the bathroom door and so much debris. When they got us all out one of the neighbors from one street over came up to see we had survived, her house  was not completely destroyed like ours...She took all of us to her house, got Mamma some warm clothes and tried to dry us all off, it was raining so hard...
I will never forget what she did for us, and we go and see her often, she is a precious friend. Mamma had bumps, bruises, and some cuts, but we were spared, spared for a reason... 
We will always be grateful to all of our Dogster friends who sent us help, in so many ways.  We received so much.....God Bless each and everyone of you.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My Mom Is to ME......2012</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/782176/diary/Life_with_asthon_kirk/779577</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 11 May 2012 09:06:14 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>&amp;hearts; Ashton &amp;hearts; ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Mothers Day
A Mother loves right from the start.
She holds her baby close to her heart.
The bond  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Mothers Day
A Mother loves right from the start.
She holds her baby close to her heart.
The bond that grows will never falter.
Her love is so strong it will never alter.
A Mother gives never ending Love.
She never feels that she has given enough.
For you she will always do her best.
Constantly working, there's no time to rest.
A Mother is there when things go wrong.
A hug and a kiss to help us along.
Always there when we need her near.
Gently wipes our eyes when we shed a tear.
So on this day shower your Mother with Love.
Gifts and presents are nice but that is not enough.
Give your Mother a day to have some peace of mind.
Be gentle, be good, be helpful, be kind.
Happy Mothers Day.
Carol Matthews]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I WAS ONE OF THE DIARY PICKS OF THE DAY, TODAY!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/782176/diary/Life_with_asthon_kirk/744304</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 15 Oct 2011 07:51:27 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>&amp;hearts; Ashton &amp;hearts; ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Oct,15th, 20ll....What a great day! Thank You, Dogster! It made My Mamma Smile! I was all excited, c ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oct,15th, 20ll....What a great day! Thank You, Dogster! It made My Mamma Smile! I was all excited, cause she told me, so I smiled back at her. This was a Special Entry, because on this day, I was Blessed by Father Frank with Holy Water...It was like nothing I have ever experienced, Mamma and I got WET! BOL! It was very Special to Mamma...The Blessing of the Animals. They had a special time for us, and loved on us and gave us TREATS TOO! YUM! Our Family won, for the most dogs there! We got to take home a box of Chew Bones, and best of all
Mamma and Daddy got to take Memories......

Love and Hugs,
Ashton&hearts;&hearts;
xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>ALL THINGS BRIGHT AND BEAUTIFUL   (Blessing of the Animals on Oct 4th, 2011)</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/782176/diary/Life_with_asthon_kirk/744060</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 13 Oct 2011 14:14:03 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>&amp;hearts; Ashton &amp;hearts; ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>All things bright and beautiful,
all creatures great and small,
all things wise and wonderful:
th ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ All things bright and beautiful,
all creatures great and small,
all things wise and wonderful:
the Lord God made them all.

Each little flower that opens,
each little bird that sings,
God made their glowing colors,
and made their tiny wings.

The Purple-headed mountains
the river running by,
the sunset and the morning
that brightens up the sky.

The cold wind in the winter,
the pleasant summer sun,
the ripe fruits in the garden:
God made them every one.

God gave us eyes to see them
and lips that we might tell
how great is God Almighty,
who has made all things well.


Thank You, Lord, for this fine day,
Alleluia, praise the Lord.
Right where we are.
Thank You, Lord, for loving us,
Thank You, Lord, for all our Pets,
Thank You, Lord, for animals,
Right here where we are.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>So True..........From our Special Friend Nathalie(Minister Misty)</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/782176/diary/Life_with_asthon_kirk/743848</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 12 Oct 2011 08:17:31 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>&amp;hearts; Ashton &amp;hearts; ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I've only one life; it soon will be gone.
What will remain of the things that I've done?
Will I be ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I've only one life; it soon will be gone.
What will remain of the things that I've done?
Will I be remembered as someone who cared?
Someone who sympathized? Someone who shared?

Will the things that I did while on earth be worthwhile?
Have I lightened a load?
Gone the second mile?
Did I put off my ambitions?
Put them on hold?
To help someone else in reaching their goal?

If I can say YES to these things, and more,
Then I'll not be ashamed when I reach Heaven's shore.
I will hold my head high, when I'm called by my Lord
To stand before God to receive my reward.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>This is Priceless! From our Sweet Friend Joanne! XOXOXOXO</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/782176/diary/Life_with_asthon_kirk/742432</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 4 Oct 2011 10:27:22 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>&amp;hearts; Ashton &amp;hearts; ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>WHEN YOU THOUGHT I WASN'T LOOKING

A message every adult should read because children
are watchin ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ WHEN YOU THOUGHT I WASN'T LOOKING

A message every adult should read because children
are watching you and doing as you do, not as you say.

When you thought I wasn't looking I saw you hang my
first painting on the refrigerator, and I immediately
wanted to paint another one.

When you thought I wasn't looking I saw you feed a
stray cat, and I learned that it was good to be kind
to animals.

When you thought I wasn't looking I saw you make my
favorite cake for me, and I learned that the little
things can be the special things in life.

When you thought I wasn't looking I heard you say a
prayer, and I knew that there is a God I could always
talk to, and I learned to trust in Him.

When you thought I wasn't looking I saw you make a
meal and take it to a friend who was sick, and I
learned that we all have to help take care of each other.

When you thought I wasn't looking I saw you take care
of our house and everyone in it, and I learned we have
to take care of what we are given.

When you thought I wasn't looking I saw how you
handled your responsibilities, even when you didn't
feel good, and I learned that I would have to be
responsible when I grow up.

When you thought I wasn't looking I saw tears come
from your eyes, and I learned that sometimes things
hurt, but it's all right to cry.

When you thought I wasn't looking I saw that you
cared, and I wanted to be everything that I could be..

When you thought I wasn't looking I learned most of
life's lessons that I need to know to be a good and
productive person when I grow up.

When you thought I wasn't looking I looked at you and
wanted to say,â€™ Thanks for all the things I saw when
you thought I wasn't looking.']]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My Friend....From our Friend....Nathalie(Minister Misty) WE Love You!  2011</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/782176/diary/Life_with_asthon_kirk/738941</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 16 Sep 2011 08:48:23 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>&amp;hearts; Ashton &amp;hearts; ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>When the day is dreary
And I'm feeling down
I call you up
And get rid of my frown

Your voice i ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ When the day is dreary
And I'm feeling down
I call you up
And get rid of my frown

Your voice is cheery
And filled with love
I realize you're a gift
Sent from heaven above

In a matter of minutes
My mood is up-beat
Your positive attitude
Is such a treat

You never complain
And you always care
I thank God every day
That you're always there

I want you to know
I'm here for you, too
Because when you're friends
That's what friends do

When you're feeling low
I'll make you smile
For you, my dear friend
I'd go the extra mile

Your smile's like the sun
Always shining so bright
When I hear your laughter
I know all will be right

You've helped me so much
You're always such a dear
We've shared happy times
As well as times of fear

God knew we'd need help
Along life's way
He brought us together
And that's how we'll stay

I thank you from my heart
For being my friend
I love you and hope
Our friendship will never end

Written
Â© Beverly Lawyer]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I HAD THE BEST BIRTHDAY EVER!!!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/782176/diary/Life_with_asthon_kirk/737137</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 6 Sep 2011 14:27:00 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>&amp;hearts; Ashton &amp;hearts; ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I am a Big Boy Now! I am 5 years old!! My Birthday started out with me getting up and running out to ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I am a Big Boy Now! I am 5 years old!! My Birthday started out with me getting up and running out to the living room to see if Daddy was home!  I wooked and I wooked and then I went to the Window and wooked to see if his red truck was still here, it was gone....He had to work, on a Holiday....*Sighs* See, My Daddy puts up these round looking outerspace looking things on peoples houses or on a pole in their yard, so them can watch TV!! He works loooonnnngggg
hours.....He gets soooo tired! Me Wuvs my Daddy and Manna Very Much! 
Mamma came in the Kitchen got on her puter and then I heard music! She was singing with the puter happy B-day to ME!!! She sang and sang! I wagged my tail so she knew I wiked it! Then I jummped up on Mamma and we danced! That was fun! Then she said do you wanna go outside? Me and My Brofurs and Sisfur went outside and MAMMA CAME TOO! She played and Played wif us! It was so nice outside! She said Daddy had called and He was on his way home wif surprises! OH, BOY! FUR ME!! DA BIRFDAY BOY! 
My Daddy and Mommy Had already bought me a party Hat! I thought what could be in the sacks Daddy was carrying in. Mamma said after
dinner we could have our treats and I could have my Birfday Surprise! I was so excited!
After dinner both Momma and Daddy went into our room where we 
sleep and where us furs eat(we still live wif Daddy's Sisfur 
till our house is built, from losing it in the Bad Tornado)
and he had bought us Special Treats, all kinds, kinds that 
we GOOD FOR US TOO! 
Then........I GOT MY SURPRISE! A MEATY BUSY BONE! (Daddy got my Brofurs and Sisfurs got Munchy Bones!) My Bone WAS SOOOOOO GOOOD!

(Then Mamma snuck me a small bite of cheesecake! Yummmmmmy!!!!)I 
WUV YOU ALL! Thank You Fury MUCH! xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo

Hugs and Tail Wags,
Ashton &hearts;]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>From our Sweet Friend Nathtalie! (Minister Misty) THANK YOU!      8-24-2011</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/782176/diary/Life_with_asthon_kirk/734460</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 24 Aug 2011 09:15:46 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>&amp;hearts; Ashton &amp;hearts; ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>10 Rules For A Happy Day Sent: Wed Aug 24

Message:
TODAY I WILL NOT STRIKE BACK:

If someone i ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ 10 Rules For A Happy Day Sent: Wed Aug 24

Message:
TODAY I WILL NOT STRIKE BACK:

If someone is rude, if someone is impatient, if someone is unkind... I will not respond in a like manner.

TODAY I WILL ASK GOD TO BLESS MY "ENEMY:"

If I come across someone who treats me harshly or unfairly, I will quietly ask GOD to bless that individual.
I understand the "enemy" could be a family member, neighbor, co-worker or stranger.


TODAY I WILL BE CAREFUL ABOUT WHAT I SAY:

I will carefully choose and guard my words being certain that I do not spread gossip.


TODAY I WILL GO THE EXTRA MILE:

I will find ways to help share the burden of another person.


TODAY I WILL FORGIVE:

I will forgive any hurts or injuries that come my way.


TODAY I WILL DO SOMETHING NICE FOR SOMEONE, BUT I WILL NOT DO IT SECRETLY:

I will reach out anonymously and bless the life of another.

TODAY I WILL TREAT OTHERS THE WAY I WISH TO BE TREATED:

I will practice the golden rule - "Do unto others as I would have them do unto me" - with everyone I encounter.


TODAY I WILL RAISE THE SPIRITS OF SOMEONE WHO IS DISCOURAGED:

My smile, my words, my expression of support, can make the difference to someone who is wrestling with life.

TODAY I WILL NURTURE MY BODY:

I will eat less; I will eat only healthy foods.
I will thank GOD for my body.

TODAY I WILL GROW SPIRITUALLY:

I will spend a little more time in prayer today: I will begin reading something spiritual or inspirational today; I will find a quiet place (at some point during this day) and listen to GOD's voice!!!

"But since we belong to the day, let us be self controlled, putting on faith and love as a breastplate, and hope of salvation as a helmet."
1 Thessalonians 5:8


[ Author Unknown ]]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Come to Me........From our Sweet Friend.....Minister Misty(Nathalie) 8-17-2011</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/782176/diary/Life_with_asthon_kirk/733130</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 17 Aug 2011 13:38:40 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>&amp;hearts; Ashton &amp;hearts; ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Come to Me . . .
 you who are confused,
 I will cleansed your heart
 and make it new.

 Come to ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Come to Me . . .
 you who are confused,
 I will cleansed your heart
 and make it new.

 Come to Me . . .
 when you are in doubt,
 I will show you
 what love is all about.

 Come to Me . . .
 you poor lost soul,
 let Me touch your heart
 and make it whole.

 Come to Me . . .
 do not worry about your sins,
 let Me touch your heart
 for I will take you in.

 

Come to Me . . .
 be not concerned
 about what others say,
 they are no less than you
 in any way.

 Come to Me . . .
 I will ease your pain,
 give you new life
 and your thirst will not remain.

 Come to Me . . .
 I am all you need,
 for I will take your burdens
 and set them free.

 Come to Me . . .
 all who are weary,
 by the trials of life
 that are heavy and dreary.

 Come to Me . . .
 you are so special My child,
 I will take you as you are
 and give you a smile.

 Come to Me . . .
 for I gave you birth,
 a reason to exist
 on this place called earth.

 Come to Me . . .
 and do not be afraid,
 for I have died for your sins
 and have taken them away.

 

Come to Me . . .
 to this love I share,
 I will embrace all of you, and
 give you friends who care.

 Come to Me . . .
 when you need a new start,
 let all else go and come . . .
 and dwell forever in My heart!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>This is Just Great!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/782176/diary/Life_with_asthon_kirk/731015</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 6 Aug 2011 14:46:47 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>&amp;hearts; Ashton &amp;hearts; ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/782176/diary/Life_with_asthon_kirk/731015</guid>
		<description>Mamma has taken some REALLY GOOD PICS of me, and they are STUCK in her Phone! WE have to go see the  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Mamma has taken some REALLY GOOD PICS of me, and they are STUCK in her Phone! WE have to go see the PEOPLE that sold her the phone so Mamma can put my pics on my Page! She is not feeling well today, she might be able to go tommorrow.  She had a reaction to some Medicine she received from a Dr at our 
Urgent Care in Joplin, Mo. Her mouth is all Swollen and 
she is in alot of pain. Please say a prayer for my Mamma, 
We would sure appreciate it! Well, till next time....


Hugs and Tail Wags,
Ashton &hearts;
xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I BELIEVE!  (FROM MY FRIEND MIMISTER MISTY'S MOM)</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/782176/diary/Life_with_asthon_kirk/730774</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 3 Aug 2011 13:18:04 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>&amp;hearts; Ashton &amp;hearts; ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/782176/diary/Life_with_asthon_kirk/730774</guid>
		<description>I believe-
that we don't have to change friends
 if we understand that friends change.

 I belie ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I believe-
that we don't have to change friends
 if we understand that friends change.

 I believe-
that no matter how good a friend is,
 they're going to hurt you every
 once in a while and you must forgive
 them for that.

 I believe-
that true friendship continues to grow,
 even over the longest distance.
 Same goes for true love.

 I believe-
that you can do something in an instant
 that will give you heartache for life.

 I believe-
that it's taking me a long time
 to become the person I want to be.

 I believe-
that you should always leave loved ones
 with loving words. It may be the last
 time you see them.

 I believe-
that you can keep going
 long after you can't.

 I believe-
that we are responsible for what we do,
 no matter how we feel.

 I believe-
that either you control your attitude
 or it controls you.

 I believe-
that regardless of how hot and
 steamy a relationship is at first,
 the passion fades and there had
 better be something else to take
 its place.

 I believe-
that heroes are the people
 who do what has to be done
 when it needs to be done,
 regardless of the consequences.

 I believe-
that money is a lousy way of keeping score.

 I believe-
that my best friend and I can do anything
 or nothing and have the best time.

 I believe-
that sometimes the people you expect
 to kick you when you're down,
 will be the ones to help you get back up.

 I believe-
that sometimes when I'm angry
 I have the right to be angry,
 but that doesn't give me
 the right to be cruel.

 I believe-
that just because someone doesn't love
 you the way you want them to doesn't
 mean they don't love you with all they have.

 I believe-
that maturity has more to do with
 what types of experiences you've had
 and what you've learned from them
 and less to do with how many
 birthdays you've celebrated.

 I believe-
that it isn't always enough to be
 forgiven by others. Sometimes you
 have to learn to forgive yourself.

 I believe-
that no matter how bad your heart is broken
 the world doesn't stop for your grief.

 I believe-
that our background and circumstances
 may have influenced who we are,
 but we are responsible for who we become.

 I believe-
that just because two people argue,
 it doesn't mean they don't love each other
 And just because they don't argue,
 it doesn't mean they do.

 I believe-
that you shouldn't be so eager to find out a
 secret. It could change your life forever.

 I believe-
that two people can look at the exact same
 thing and see something totally different.

 I believe-
that your life can be changed in a matter of
 hours by people who don't even know you.

 I believe-
that even when you think you have no more
 to give, when a friend cries out to you
 you will find the strength to help.

 I believe-
that credentials on the wall do not make
 you a decent human being.

 I believe-
that the people you care about most in life
 are taken from you too soon.

 Â© Author Unknown]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>From our Treasured Friend (Minister) Misty!  WE LOVE YOU!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/782176/diary/Life_with_asthon_kirk/730156</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 28 Jul 2011 14:24:17 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>&amp;hearts; Ashton &amp;hearts; ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/782176/diary/Life_with_asthon_kirk/730156</guid>
		<description>A loving angel came to me in dreams,
 And showed me life's not always what it seems,
 And brought  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ A loving angel came to me in dreams,
 And showed me life's not always what it seems,
 And brought me to a place where sweet dreams live,
 And gave to me a gift that I now give:
 
She whispered, "Take my hand, I'll lead you through
 A place where all the sweet dreams can come true!
 Close your eyes and open up your heart,
 For then this flight of dreams so sweet can start.
 
She brought me through the darkness to the light,
 Where colours wrapped around me with delight,
 A patchwork quilt of beauty without seams,
 Each colour was a rainbow full of dreams.
 
She led me through a hall of lovely sound,
 With doors flung open widely all around.
 And from each room a song would gently play,
 And I wished with all my heart that I could stay.
 
We drifted in the fragrance of the breeze,
 To savour all the flowers and the trees.
 We tasted all of life that we could see,
 And felt it flow as one in harmony.
 
Then my angel turned to me and said
 "You're the keeper of these dreams inside your head.
 Dream sweetly now, and dream of love and light,
 And dreams will lead you safely through the night.
 
I am the keeper of this dream, it's true,
 And I offer all my dreams to each of you.
 May their loving sweetness visit you each night
 And fill your soul with love and warmth and light!
 
Â© Author Unknown





I've only one life; it soon will be gone.
What will remain of the things that I've done?
Will I be remembered as someone who cared?
Someone who sympathized? Someone who shared?

Will the things that I did while on earth be worthwhile?
Have I lightened a load?
 Gone the second mile?
Did I put off my ambitions?
 Put them on hold?
To help someone else in reaching their goal?

If I can say YES to these things, and more,
Then I'll not be ashamed when I reach Heaven's shore.
I will hold my head high, when I'm called by my Lord
To stand before God to receive my reward]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>A NEW SNOOPY FOR ME!!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/782176/diary/Life_with_asthon_kirk/727921</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 9 Jul 2011 00:42:53 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>&amp;hearts; Ashton &amp;hearts; ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/782176/diary/Life_with_asthon_kirk/727921</guid>
		<description>Today was pretty much like any other day, got up, ate my breakfast, did dog stuff, run and played ou ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Today was pretty much like any other day, got up, ate my breakfast, did dog stuff, run and played outside, loved on Mom awhile....then I was ready for a nap! I was just getting good and dreaming chasing that squirrel, when Lucy Launches off the couch, barking out the front window, and of course, the rest of the pack had to follow...We SAW THIS BIG TRUCk, with one side of it did not have a door on it (BOL!) and this MAN came to the
door, which we were all hovered around, and he knocked on the door, and then HE LEFT!!! HMMMMM....MOM!!!!! She opened the door and there was this thing there, I think HUMANS CALL 
PACKAGES, (BOL!) ON THE DOORSTEP!  Well we all follow Mom we want to know what it is! Hurry Mom, we want to see what the 
Man in the truck brought! Mom finally got it opened and it 
WAS A SNOOPY AND MOM SAID IT WAS FOR ASHTON, FROM THE NASH
Fmily! Abby Grace, Sarge, and Rocky(rip) and their Mom and Dad!!

I got the snoopy and pulled him out of the package, and said 
to him, "You have traveled a long way to get to me! I WUV HIM!!
HE was tuckered out from the trip, so we both took a snoozie together.....Of Course you know who(LOL!) was taking pictures the whole time!  
I Am not Lonely anymore for Snoopy, and he is glad he got to 
come live Wif me! I sure do WANT TO THANK MY DEAR FRIENDS FOR 
SNOOPY! HE WILL BE WIF ME ALL THE TIME!

A HAPPY DAY:
   BY:
SNOOPY&ASHTON

A Happy beginning!

xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>&quot;HEY WHAT IS &quot;THAT NOISE&quot;! MAMMMMA!!!!!!!!!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/782176/diary/Life_with_asthon_kirk/714828</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 14 Mar 2011 14:48:14 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>&amp;hearts; Ashton &amp;hearts; ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/782176/diary/Life_with_asthon_kirk/714828</guid>
		<description>Yesterday started out cloudy. Mamma Getting ready for church. I did not want her to leave.  Ya see D ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Yesterday started out cloudy. Mamma Getting ready for church. I did not want her to leave.  Ya see Dogs have REAL GOOD HEARING!
Especially for STORMS!  I tried my best to tell her there is a storm coming, it is not safe for you to go...BUT NO, did she Listen to ME, NO!!! She said to us, "Mamma will be home before the rain starts"!  unhuh!!! Sure you will....I laid my head down and gave her that sad droopy face look, and then I got in between her and the door, Hey , Mamma please , really don't go...it is not safe. She said Ashton, the clouds are to the west, "Whatever that meant, BOL! Yeah, and they have thunder and lightning in them ,and you know how I feel about that..DO NOT LIKE IT AT ALL, NOT ONE BIT!  She opened the first door, we have 2 doors , neat huh? I had one more try to talk her out of going, there was the glass door yet! So, I tried one more time! I put my paw up on her arm, and I said to her in my bark
"It is not safe, pawease do not go".  Well, she started to open the glass door, she turned and looked at me, and said, "Mamma will be alright and so will you, I know , because God Protects his children"!   I was not quite sure of what she meant, I know who God ,is she tells me and sings to me about Him everyday(some people thinks she has lost it, but then, they really think she has lost it when she tells them I have said "Mamma" to her!)
Mamma told them just wait, he will say it and you will hear him say it! YEP, I sure did, for Grandma and Grandma Keda! They could not believe their Ears!  Back to the storm , God sent 
Daddy home early from work to protect him from all the thunder
and lightning, he puts up those big round things that people 
want stuck to their house , so they can watch TV, HUMANS!
Just as Mamma Walked thru the door, the house started shaking from the wind(I could be exagerrating a wittle)but then there was this pounding against the windows, I never heard the likes of this stuff before in my whole life...MAMMMA...and here she came to find me, I had jumped in the dirty clothes(yes as a big a dog as I am.. )and you could see my head in the dirty clothes and the rest of me was under the bed, kinda, what part I could fit in)Mamma started to laugh, I saw her, and I wish I could have told her, I am having a MOMENT HERE!!!! there are foreign objects knocking at the window and the roof, are you going to do anything about this, or make it STOP!!! (Mamma snickered....)
She saw my bobo Snoopy and I had wrapped my paws around him so tight, that if these foreign objects were to invade the inside of the house, they would have to take us BOTH!!! Snoopy is my BEST FRIEND, we go everywhere together!  Mamma sat down beside me on the floor and said a prayer that said, "God please protect us from these terrible objects that are falling, and please protect our family from harm, if it is your will, please 
keep our home and our family together and safe. Amen"
Mamma sat with me till ALL the STORM AND THE FOREIGN OBJECTS stopped.  I wuv my Mamma for that , she is always there for us , and that is why I call her "MY MAMMA"!  The End!(THANK GOODNESS!)]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I Was Chosen Dogster Dog Of the Week!  What an Honor! Mamma is SO PROUD OF ME!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/782176/diary/Life_with_asthon_kirk/710740</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 9 Feb 2011 11:38:44 PST</pubdate>
		<author>&amp;hearts; Ashton &amp;hearts; ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
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		<description>02-08-2011 I was sent the good news, that I had been chosen Dog of the Week, and why, &quot;Adorable Asht ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ 02-08-2011 I was sent the good news, that I had been chosen Dog of the Week, and why, "Adorable Ashton" was the Reason!  Works for me! BOl!  Mamma Is singing and Smiling, that is what makes it all so important to me.  My Sisfur Lucy got Royal Member of the Week at PDPC!  God has bestowed us with Blessings! We are so grateful!  Mamma is trying to keep up Christian Dogs and Cats, we work so hard to keep everything caught up that we just took one day and went to our groups and played! It was so much Fun! We got reaquainted with some friends we had not heard from for awhile!  It was really nice!  Thank you Lord, for lettting us have a Day with Mamma and just playing!  We are still going to try to do that weekly now, it makes us appreciate CDAC more!

Thank You for loving us, Dear Lord,
Hugs to ALL my Friends,
Love to all my Friends,
Happy Valentines Day!
Ashton and My Typist! :)]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Today:</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/782176/diary/Life_with_asthon_kirk/709211</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 29 Jan 2011 15:38:16 PST</pubdate>
		<author>&amp;hearts; Ashton &amp;hearts; ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/782176/diary/Life_with_asthon_kirk/709211</guid>
		<description>O God:

Give me the strength to live another day:
Let me not turn coward before its difficulties ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ O God:

Give me the strength to live another day:
Let me not turn coward before its difficulties
or prove recreant to its duties;
Let me not lose Faith in other people;
Keep me sweet and sound of heart, in spite of
ingratitude; treachery, or meanness:
Preserve me from minding little stings or
giving them;
Help me to keep my heart clean, and to live so
honestly and fearlessly that no outward
failure can dishearten me or take away the;
joy of conscious integrity;
Open wide the eyes of my soul that I may see;
good in all things;
Grant me this day some new vision of thy truth;
Inspire me with the spirit of joy and gladness;
and make me the cup of strength to suffering
souls; in the name of the strong Deliverer, our
only Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>The Weaver:  From My Love Dayzee and Her Human Mom Nancy!  Love you Both Very Much! 08-21-2010</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/782176/diary/Life_with_asthon_kirk/687516</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 21 Aug 2010 20:15:39 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>&amp;hearts; Ashton &amp;hearts; ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/782176/diary/Life_with_asthon_kirk/687516</guid>
		<description>The Weaver:


My life is just a weaving
Between my Lord and me.
I cannot choose the colors
He  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ The Weaver:


My life is just a weaving
Between my Lord and me.
I cannot choose the colors
He weaves so skillfully.

Sometimes He weaveth sorrow
And I in foolish pride
Forget He sees the upper
And I the underside.

Not 'til the loom is silent
And the shuttles cease to fly
Will God unroll the canvas
And explain the reasons why-

The dark threads are as needful,
In The Weaver's skillful hands
As the threads of gold and silver
In the pattern He has planned.

~B.M. Franklin~]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Angel Of My Life 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/782176/diary/Life_with_asthon_kirk/674306</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 29 May 2010 11:52:13 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>&amp;hearts; Ashton &amp;hearts; ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/782176/diary/Life_with_asthon_kirk/674306</guid>
		<description>ANGEL OF MY LIFE 

Author: Manuel 

I love you so much that words can't explain 
this joy that  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ ANGEL OF MY LIFE 

Author: Manuel 

I love you so much that words can't explain 
this joy that I have for you.

When I am at the weakest point of my life 
you are there encouraging me to run this race 
because I am not only cause you are there with me.

You are on my mind day and night.

When we are apart I picture you gracious smile and gentle hug.

I can let my feelings out to you and won't regret it 
because no matter what is you are always on my side.

I thank God for sending me someone like you who is precious and loving.

So I can truly say that you are the Angel of My Life!

I Love You Sweet, Ashton!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Here In This House 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/782176/diary/Life_with_asthon_kirk/673714</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 26 May 2010 09:15:31 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>&amp;hearts; Ashton &amp;hearts; ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/782176/diary/Life_with_asthon_kirk/673714</guid>
		<description>Here in This House
Here in this house.....

I will never know the loneliness I hear in the barks  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Here in This House
Here in this house.....

I will never know the loneliness I hear in the barks of the other dogs "out there".
I can sleep soundly, assured that when I wake my world will not have changed.
I will never know hunger, or the fear of not knowing if I'll eat.
I will not shiver in the cold, or grow weary from the heat.
I will feel the suns warmth, and the rains coolness,
and be allowed to smell all that can reach my nose.
My fur will shine, and never be dirty or matted.
Here in this house....

There will be an effort to communicate with me on my level.
I will be talked to and even if I don't understand,
I can enjoy the warmth of the words.
I will be given a name so that I may know who I am among many.
My name will be used in joy, and I will love the sound of it!
Here in this house....

I will never be a substitute for anything I am not.
I will never be used to improve peoples' images of themselves.
I will be loved because I am who I am, not someone's idea of who I should be.
I will never suffer for someone's anger, impatience, or stupidity.
I will be taught all the things I need to know to be loved by all.
If I do not learn my lessons well, they will look to my teacher for the blame.
Here in this house....

I can trust arms that hold, hands that touch...
knowing that, what they do, they do it for the good of me.
If I am ill, I will be doctored.
If I am scared, I will be calmed.
If sad, I will be cheered.
No matter what I look like, I will be considered beautiful and thought to be of value.
I will never be cast out because I am too old, too ill, too unruly, or not cute enough.
My life is a responsibility, and not an afterthought.
I will learn that humans can almost, sometimes, be as kind and as fair as dogs.

Here in this house...
I will belong.
I will be home.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Letting Go                                                                                                                     </title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/782176/diary/Life_with_asthon_kirk/671973</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 15 May 2010 16:19:31 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>&amp;hearts; Ashton &amp;hearts; ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/782176/diary/Life_with_asthon_kirk/671973</guid>
		<description>Letting Go 
Author Unknown 

Letting go does not mean to stop caring~ 
It means I can&acirc;€™t do it  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Letting Go 
Author Unknown 

Letting go does not mean to stop caring~ 
It means I canâ€™t do it for some else. 
Letting go is not cutting myself off 
It is the realization I canâ€™t control another. 
Letting go is not to enable~ 
But to allow learning from natural consequences. 
Letting go is to admit powerlessness~ 
Which means the outcome is not in my hands. 
Letting go is not to try and change or blame another~ 
It is to make the most of myself. 
Letting go is not to care for~ 
But to care about. 
Letting go is not to fix~ but to be supportive~ itâ€™s not to 
Judge but to allow another to be a human being. 
Letting go is not to be in the middle of arranging the outcome~ 
To allow others to affect their own destinies. 
Letting go is not to be protective~ 
It is to permit another to face reality. 
Letting go is not to deny but to accept. 
Letting go is not to nag, scold or argue~ but instead 
Search out my own shortcomings and correct them. 
Letting go is not to adjust everything to my own desires 
But to take each day as it comes and cherish myself in it. 
Letting go is not to criticize and regulate anybody~ 
But to become what I believe I can be. 
Letting go is not to regret the past~ but to grow and 
Live for the future. 
Letting go is to fear less and live more]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>For Mother's Day 05-09-2010   From Amazing Grace and Grandma Keda</title>
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				<pubdate>Mon, 3 May 2010 15:55:54 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>&amp;hearts; Ashton &amp;hearts; ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Mary Dow Brine (1816-1913)

The woman was old and ragged and gray 
And bent with the chill of the ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Mary Dow Brine (1816-1913)

The woman was old and ragged and gray 
And bent with the chill of the Winter's day. 

The street was wet with a recent snow 
And the woman's feet were aged and slow. 

She stood at the crossing and waited long, 
Alone, uncared for, amid the throng 

Of human beings who passed her by 
Nor heeded the glance of her anxious eyes. 

Down the street, with laughter and shout, 
Glad in the freedom of "school let out," 

Came the boys like a flock of sheep, 
Hailing the snow piled white and deep. 

Past the woman so old and gray 
Hastened the children on their way. 

Nor offered a helping hand to her - 
So meek, so timid, afraid to stir 

Lest the carriage wheels or the horses' feet 
Should crowd her down in the slippery street. 

At last came one of the merry troop, 
The gayest laddie of all the group; 

He paused beside her and whispered low, 
"I'll help you cross, if you wish to go." 

Her aged hand on his strong young arm 
She placed, and so, without hurt or harm, 

He guided the trembling feet along, 
Proud that his own were firm and strong. 

Then back again to his friends he went, 
His young heart happy and well content. 

"She's somebody's mother, boys, you know, 
For all she's aged and poor and slow, 

"And I hope some fellow will lend a hand 
To help my mother, you understand, 

"If ever she's poor and old and gray, 
When her own dear boy is far away." 

And "somebody's mother" bowed low her head 
In her home that night, and the prayer she said 

Was "God be kind to the noble boy, 
Who is somebody's son, and pride and joy!"






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		<title>A Thought For Today Nov 24th, 2008</title>
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				<pubdate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 15:29:28 PST</pubdate>
		<author>&amp;hearts; Ashton &amp;hearts; ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Cell phone vs. Bible

Ever wonder what would happen if we treated our Bible like we treat
our cel ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Cell phone vs. Bible

Ever wonder what would happen if we treated our Bible like we treat
our cell phone?

What if we carried it around in our purses or pockets?

What if we flipped through it several time a day?

What if we turned back to go get it if we forgot it?

What if we used it to receive messages from the text?

What if we treated it like we couldn't live without it?

What if we gave it to kids as gifts?

What if we used it when we traveled?

What if we used it in case of emergency?

This is something to make you go....hmm...where is my Bible?

Oh, and one more thing.
Unlike our cell phone, we don't have to worry about our Bible being
disconnected because Jesus already paid the bill.

Makes you stop and think 'where are my priorities? And no dropped calls!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Today is my 3rd BIRTHDAY!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/782176/diary/Life_with_asthon_kirk/519968</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 25 Oct 2008 17:29:10 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>&amp;hearts; Ashton &amp;hearts; ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Mom has been loving on me all day and singing to me..My Aunt Joanne sent me a Birthday Picture, and  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Mom has been loving on me all day and singing to me..My Aunt Joanne sent me a Birthday Picture, and a Party Hat, and a Cupcake, and a BIG CAKE!!! YUM!!!  WE all love her soooo much!  She is the Mommy to Skye, who is marrying Copper on 11-08-08!  I am so excited for him..since I am already married to my Dream Girl Dayzee! This has been a good day,I played outside Mostly, it was a Beautiful DAY~!  Thank YOU God, for the Beautiful Day on my Birthday!!! Mom has not been feeling well, but she sure tried hard and played with me, and she sang Happy Birthday to me too!  I thought that was kinda neat, even though, i was not quite sure what she said , but she was Happy, so I was HAPPY!  Thank YOU, Dear ,Jesus for this wonderful day, Amen.
10-25-2008 ALK]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>WE did IT!  WE  ELOPED!  09-30-2008</title>
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				<pubdate>Wed, 1 Oct 2008 21:38:58 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>&amp;hearts; Ashton &amp;hearts; ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Dayzee and I decided to Elope and get Married!  WE wanted to be together and have a small ceremony,s ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Dayzee and I decided to Elope and get Married!  WE wanted to be together and have a small ceremony,so we hired a preacher, and he married us on the beach , right by our Light House Dream Home!  It was soooooo Romantic...  Then we said our own vows to each other, and wrote our names in the sand, and kneeled and thanked God for Blessing our lives with each other.  Please bless our Marriage Father , guide us in every step we take , Amen.  WE are now ..............
Mr. and Mrs. Ashton Lee Kirk!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
We are the Happiest Pups on the Continent!   Life is Wonderful!


Ashton
10-01-2008]]></content:encoded>
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