ODE TO A CHAMPION


                     Picked out when he was just a slug, by Joe who seemed to know,
                          Gary's now a Champion with nowhere else to go.
                          Owned by Joe and Linda he's such a lucky boy,
                       He lives with John & Sharon and brings them all much joy.
                        His Grandfather was dear Zandie, sadly here no more,
                         Son of Charlie and of Toby he started then to soar.
                      He quickly rose to reach the top because he had such style,
                        Good colour. head and topline, he made the judges smile.
                     The tickets, they soon came his way, all fair and squarely won,
                        He was so fine and handsome he shone out like the sun.
                         Now Gary is a Champion and lives with no regrets,
                      May his life be long and happy, and filled with red rosettes.

                                 CONGRATULATIONS.

Written by John & Sharron for Champion Carozand Enzo 2003.

How Do I Love Thee??

How do I love thee? Let me count the ways ...

I love thee agreeably --
enough to let your stinky dog hide on the bed after a run through damp leaves, mud and slug infested gardens.

I love thee steadfastly --
enough to devote a year to raising you from a wobbly speck into a strong healthy adult (who promptly attempts to seize control).

I love thee passionately --
despite your repeated efforts to probe my ears, eyes and mouth with the same tongue you use for various other atrocities.

I love thee well --
despite the amazing odors you produce.

I love thee deeply --
though you use me as a napkin at every opportunity.

I love thee madly --
despite the various bodily functions you have performed at inappropriate moments and in inappropriate places.

I love thee constantly --
despite the dog "bladder curfew" I have lived by for many years.

I love thee truly --
despite the "doggie land mines" hidden in the grass.

I love thee absolutely --
because you never (well, hardly ever) hog the remote control.

I love thee gratefully --
because you stay by my side (or on my side).

I love thee devotedly --
more than clean carpeting, clothing, furniture, floors or walls.

I love thee bravely --
enough to battle the indomitable flea on your behalf.

I love thee monetarily --
enough to put the vet's children through college.

I love thee openly --
I will bear any embarrassment for your furry sake.

I love thee totally --
more than free time, excess cash or a predictable life.

(author unknown)

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