tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607471777855707790.post3256367010440336688..comments2023-10-11T03:49:53.934-04:00Comments on The Gold Puppy: Secret SocietiesReya Mellickerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13076092659507965666noreply@blogger.comBlogger20125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607471777855707790.post-40115389265264440862009-10-19T13:24:31.083-04:002009-10-19T13:24:31.083-04:00I've been a part of dog society for a year now...I've been a part of dog society for a year now, blog society for a little over three and gay society 30 or more. Having a particularly unusual dog bring you even more encounters, some odd and some who know the breed. My blog society has no single theme nor geographic center, though it seems to be much more East Coast than West Coast oriented. Even living in San Francisco, I feel less connected if at all with gay society with the passage of each year.Ladrón de Basura (a.k.a. Junk Thief)https://www.blogger.com/profile/13051974174001458812noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607471777855707790.post-38718140288994487952009-10-18T16:11:02.039-04:002009-10-18T16:11:02.039-04:00Okay, I met Judy yesterday too and the twin R'...Okay, I met Judy yesterday too and the twin R's. How funny!<br /><br />We were all talking about how we'd love to meet you in person, now I know that you and Judy know each too. I was wondering how she knew you!Lynnehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05875008154587045790noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607471777855707790.post-91521170329803865672009-10-18T14:18:32.006-04:002009-10-18T14:18:32.006-04:00When I was living in NYC and walking my dog the fi...When I was living in NYC and walking my dog the first few times I began to realize that there simply cannot be a quick walk. I was constantly stopped by other dog owners who seemed to have nothing better to do than stop and chat. The dogs got to know one another, I learned the dogs name (and remembered it!) but never got the owners. <br /><br />Folks who did not have dogs would also stop. It was a great way to meet people and it certainly was a society I hadn't expected. These days my friend Joy is a dog walker and has the perfect disposition for greeting other dog owners/walkers. NY never seemed so friendly to me as when I was holding a leash - and I think it is a pretty friendly town to begin with.Garyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08715784900659276067noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607471777855707790.post-41735384547067492532009-10-18T11:38:32.982-04:002009-10-18T11:38:32.982-04:00It's always interesting when I walk a dog -- a...It's always interesting when I walk a dog -- a friend's dog, or maybe Dave's dogs, any dog. People are so much friendlier! They notice the dog, they may stop to pet it, they chat with me. All things that would NEVER happen if I were just walking alone. You're right that a dog opens up a whole new social world, though I don't think it's just fellow dog owners -- I think it's EVERYONE.<br /><br />Great hanging with you yesterday! :)Steve Reedhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11684120060438252945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607471777855707790.post-8362537334555916262009-10-18T08:48:18.416-04:002009-10-18T08:48:18.416-04:00Lynne, how wonderful!! I wish I could put my arms ...Lynne, how wonderful!! I wish I could put my arms around Jane, too. My ears didn't burn but I'm so happy thinking of you two meeting at last. Yes, JA is aka Judy, a good friend of Jane's, and an FB friend of mine. Very cool!!Reya Mellickerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13076092659507965666noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607471777855707790.post-87616523764874499462009-10-18T07:50:58.514-04:002009-10-18T07:50:58.514-04:00Reya, jaclempner left an interesting comment. I mi...Reya, jaclempner left an interesting comment. I might assume they were talking about "our" Jane from Not Plain Jane? I went to the Wool Festival this weekend and Jane and I met finally in person! So wonderful to finally put my arms around her and give her a hug! Your name came up too, were your ears burning? :)Lynnehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05875008154587045790noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607471777855707790.post-59287450909749250622009-10-17T21:52:17.923-04:002009-10-17T21:52:17.923-04:00I don't really belong to any particular group,...I don't really belong to any particular group, but I don't mind. I do tip my toe into other groups in blogs sometimes - homeschooling moms, photographers, religious folks, smart women with sassy mouths... It makes life interesting. And the cool thing about the blog world is they can't snub me.<br /><br />Sometimes I think I should get a dog just so I WILL get out of the house sometimes. I'm such a slug.The Bughttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07509037206264761261noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607471777855707790.post-52355249569835270832009-10-17T20:13:49.259-04:002009-10-17T20:13:49.259-04:00When my kids grew up and flew the next, I felt qui...When my kids grew up and flew the next, I felt quite a loss, not being part of that "moms" group. Blogging has helped me feel part of a society again.Tess Kincaidhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04889725786678984293noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607471777855707790.post-22864968028460656012009-10-17T18:44:02.592-04:002009-10-17T18:44:02.592-04:00I totally love my two dogs, but I don't love w...I totally love my two dogs, but I don't love walking them in bad weather. Certainly not your bad. Understandable.<br /><br />Know what you mean about subcultures in blog world (and non-blog world). I don't blog yet because I don't have time right now, but I see it here at the wool festival. Jane is a knitter, and the blog peeps she knows are knitters (spinners, etc). What amazes me are the friends she has made thru the internet. Virtual friendships have become real-life friendships of great value.jaclempnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14574960091608455389noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607471777855707790.post-85234840506133500182009-10-17T17:57:54.620-04:002009-10-17T17:57:54.620-04:00I really hadn't thought of society being organ...I really hadn't thought of society being organized this way, but, of course you are right.<br /><br />I'm going to have to give some thought to the various "secret societies" of which I am a member.<br /><br />I am likely way behind in paying my dues.Barryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13824632356834631279noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607471777855707790.post-52353614971116330942009-10-17T14:25:57.034-04:002009-10-17T14:25:57.034-04:00When I had dogs it tended to allow strangers to op...When I had dogs it tended to allow strangers to open up. And when the dogs were gone I needed to find something to fill that missing spot.<br /><br />Reya, you're not bad. The circumstances have only changed, with new ones on their way.<br /><br />The last photo with the pumpkins at the bottom of the stairs is superb.Barbara Martinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00610140328527165017noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607471777855707790.post-4851493842989685272009-10-17T13:32:19.738-04:002009-10-17T13:32:19.738-04:00When I started to read this my first thought was t...When I started to read this my first thought was that is how I felt when my first child was born. And then you said it, the mom's club. I've always felt a part of it, till now. Oh, I know i'm still a Mom but now i'm alone. My kids are all out on their own and although that's a great thing, I miss them so much it aches sometimes. Then, I am glad that now my time is my own. Then I feel bad about that too. I think I know just how you feel.Lori annhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02860428306713379828noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607471777855707790.post-24564990080776658142009-10-17T13:23:24.712-04:002009-10-17T13:23:24.712-04:00i'd still consider you part of the dog owner c...i'd still consider you part of the dog owner community...i encounter many dog owners downtown and on the greenway who like to stop and chat with Toby, even if they don't have their dogs along.Tomhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10948978798395906663noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607471777855707790.post-54307001691344355222009-10-17T13:10:14.979-04:002009-10-17T13:10:14.979-04:00Just took Honey for a walk in the cold and the wet...Just took Honey for a walk in the cold and the wet. I actually think I like it more on these days. Probably cuz I like to suffer.Davidhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12276057072155833094noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607471777855707790.post-77071183881715322872009-10-17T13:00:01.106-04:002009-10-17T13:00:01.106-04:00Hello,
When I look at my very OLD dog named Pretty...Hello,<br />When I look at my very OLD dog named Pretty, I fear the inevitable...she is so frail it breaks my heart.<br />We also have a young minpin named Coco. She keeps us busy with her mishaps and antics.<br /><br />Jake is up in Dog Heaven. Talk about Secret Societies! Woof.CocoDivaDoghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18035161325287156919noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607471777855707790.post-36595228230074295802009-10-17T12:58:04.949-04:002009-10-17T12:58:04.949-04:00You're so right! And some of these societies l...You're so right! And some of these societies let you know right away when you're not welcome. <br /><br />Notice, however, that blogland is more fluid; one can go in and out of parties, events, give-aways, clubby opportunities. One can create an aura after a while that will attract like souls. I'm still trying to figure this out, btw.<br /><br />Have you had a chance to pick up the Sisterhood award from my blog? It is meant for wise-strong-intelligent women like us, a very elite club, a club that can go to parties one day, write a health bill the next, work all week, and sit quietly in meditation all weekend. Ciao.Rosaria Williamshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03133147851332084180noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607471777855707790.post-78114317929753189702009-10-17T12:43:13.007-04:002009-10-17T12:43:13.007-04:00No bad! :) When it's 20 below zero, I'm n...No bad! :) When it's 20 below zero, I'm not always keen on dressing the boys in their boots and winter coats, then fighting with them to go out for their walks! Getting the "token squirt" and the "you're killing me" stare....dog owners are a breed of their own! You'll always be one of our breed Reya!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607471777855707790.post-13117679815155930402009-10-17T12:23:38.215-04:002009-10-17T12:23:38.215-04:00that shooting star shot is fabulous (and apt); i a...that shooting star shot is fabulous (and apt); i always look for them and always make a wish but we seem to see more satellites zooming past...<br />thank you Reya for your always uplifting and stimulating, thought provoking writings xxValhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16060531713032236270noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607471777855707790.post-55638001165278970572009-10-17T11:32:32.214-04:002009-10-17T11:32:32.214-04:00hi reya - i see little socieies all over: i belong...hi reya - i see little socieies all over: i belong to a few i guess: the biking society is made up of all sorts of little clusters - i like the one that has secret signals for when you see another cyclist out on a narsty day hunkered down and suffering the same as me. a little handwave, sometimes a peacesign and a nod means "hey isn't it great that we're both out here suffering and liking it!" i can't tell you any more of the signs and symbols reya 'cause they're secret and mysterious!<br /><br />i so love the stairs. <br />have a sweet dc saturday - the sky is clear and blue as water here. stevenstevenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14132104804524716898noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607471777855707790.post-72547386929988728882009-10-17T10:34:38.569-04:002009-10-17T10:34:38.569-04:00Yes, the Dog Park is an amazing club which I reall...Yes, the Dog Park is an amazing club which I really enjoy as much as B. does.<br />Yes, certainly there are Blogworld groups which one can flit between.<br />A really good place for people with niche interests ...however odd.<br />Have you noticed that Saturday is a slow blog day!<br />Happy and peaceful weekend to you!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com