Just wanted to wish all a very happy holiday's this coming week. Both Bob and I look forward to another year of events with friends, and wish you all the best, good luck and good shooting.
Bob and Eydie
Bob and Eydie
Happy Holidays from The Romano's
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My Christmas Story...
Happy Holidays to you and yours, Eydie! I'm looking forward to a NEW Year filled with good times up ahead, especially the Disney trip!
Yesterday, I was taking my dog Sammy for a walk in Rock Creek Park, a national forest right here in D.C. Though the weather had been in the teens, yesterday Mother Nature provided us Washingtonians with blue skies and a whopping 56 degrees. Sammy is a 5-year-old, 120-pound black lab who still thinks he's a puppy. His real name is Sir Sampson of Hawthorn, according to his ancestral origins (LOL).
We strolled the dirt paths adjacent to Rock Creek, so Sammy could enjoy his all-time favorite pastime, "sniffies." I always liked the earthy smell of this forest, reminding me of happy times as a kid. While some dogs in the park like to socialize and frolic about off leash, Sammy prefers to keep his nose to the ground, following the scents. So I usually just let him lead the way and enjoy the scenery. Sometimes he likes to wade in the shallow parts of the creek and get himself a couple of sips. Even though Sir Sampson of Hawthorn comes from a long line of royalty, my poor old boy, webbed feet and all, never figured out how to swim.
After a short while, Sammy decided it was time to quench his thirst and get himself a few sips out of Rock Creek. Because of the previous cold front, there was a patch of ice on the water. In a split moment, I watched my beloved pet crash through the ice, because of his massive weight, unable to swim a lick to get himself out. He immediately looked up at me with panic and fright in his big brown eyes, fighting feverishly with both paws, but to no avail.
Deep in the forest and alone, or so I thought, I knew I had to act quickly or lose my Sammy. Then, out of nowhere it seemed, a father with his young daughter just happened to be in the vicinity. This quick-thinking kind man went to the creek’s edge, and while hanging onto a fallen-down tree, he managed to pull my dog out of the icy waters to safety. Still in shock, I kept thanking him over and over again. He quickly continued on his way, but before departing, he turned back and spoke these words to me, “Merry Christmas!”
[Quote by Axel Munthe] The dog is a saint. He is straightforward and honest by nature. He knows by instinct when he is not wanted; lies quite still for hours when his king is hard at work. But when his king is sad and worried, he creeps up and lays his head on his lap, "Don’t worry. Never mind if they all abandon you. Let us go for a walk and forget about it."
Receiving this e-card from a co-worker really brought a smile to my face, especially this morning. Click on the bird of This Christmas Card and enjoy a little holiday spirit!
Seasons Greetings to all. Peace on earth, and goodwill to men!
JAM
Happy Holidays to you and yours, Eydie! I'm looking forward to a NEW Year filled with good times up ahead, especially the Disney trip!
Yesterday, I was taking my dog Sammy for a walk in Rock Creek Park, a national forest right here in D.C. Though the weather had been in the teens, yesterday Mother Nature provided us Washingtonians with blue skies and a whopping 56 degrees. Sammy is a 5-year-old, 120-pound black lab who still thinks he's a puppy. His real name is Sir Sampson of Hawthorn, according to his ancestral origins (LOL).
We strolled the dirt paths adjacent to Rock Creek, so Sammy could enjoy his all-time favorite pastime, "sniffies." I always liked the earthy smell of this forest, reminding me of happy times as a kid. While some dogs in the park like to socialize and frolic about off leash, Sammy prefers to keep his nose to the ground, following the scents. So I usually just let him lead the way and enjoy the scenery. Sometimes he likes to wade in the shallow parts of the creek and get himself a couple of sips. Even though Sir Sampson of Hawthorn comes from a long line of royalty, my poor old boy, webbed feet and all, never figured out how to swim.
After a short while, Sammy decided it was time to quench his thirst and get himself a few sips out of Rock Creek. Because of the previous cold front, there was a patch of ice on the water. In a split moment, I watched my beloved pet crash through the ice, because of his massive weight, unable to swim a lick to get himself out. He immediately looked up at me with panic and fright in his big brown eyes, fighting feverishly with both paws, but to no avail.
Deep in the forest and alone, or so I thought, I knew I had to act quickly or lose my Sammy. Then, out of nowhere it seemed, a father with his young daughter just happened to be in the vicinity. This quick-thinking kind man went to the creek’s edge, and while hanging onto a fallen-down tree, he managed to pull my dog out of the icy waters to safety. Still in shock, I kept thanking him over and over again. He quickly continued on his way, but before departing, he turned back and spoke these words to me, “Merry Christmas!”
[Quote by Axel Munthe] The dog is a saint. He is straightforward and honest by nature. He knows by instinct when he is not wanted; lies quite still for hours when his king is hard at work. But when his king is sad and worried, he creeps up and lays his head on his lap, "Don’t worry. Never mind if they all abandon you. Let us go for a walk and forget about it."
Receiving this e-card from a co-worker really brought a smile to my face, especially this morning. Click on the bird of This Christmas Card and enjoy a little holiday spirit!
Seasons Greetings to all. Peace on earth, and goodwill to men!
JAM
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I too would like to pass along a Happy and Safe Holiday wish to all of those who participate in making this board the success that it is. Thanks again for all that you do.
JAM, I am glad that things worked out for you and Sammy.
Again Happy Holidays to all. Jerry
JAM, I am glad that things worked out for you and Sammy.
Again Happy Holidays to all. Jerry
Count me in.
I too wish, Bob and Eydie as well as all you AZBers the best Christmas ever. You guys do a great job and are a heck of a lot of fun.
Also, I knew there had to be at least one reason I liked, JAM, so much other than her writing ability and friendly attitude. The other reason? My baby, "The Bear".
I too wish, Bob and Eydie as well as all you AZBers the best Christmas ever. You guys do a great job and are a heck of a lot of fun.
Also, I knew there had to be at least one reason I liked, JAM, so much other than her writing ability and friendly attitude. The other reason? My baby, "The Bear".
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hemicudas said:
OMG, he looks just like my Sammy!
You do know how to live the good life, Bill! Dogs are not our whole life, but they sure do make our lives whole, always with an unconditional love and devotion.Reminds me of another dog quote from James Thurber: "Man is troubled by what might be called the dog wish, a strange and involved compulsion to be as happy and carefree as a dog."
JAM
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Tom Ferry
Merry Christmas & Happy New Year To All!
I sincerely want to wish the best to all the members here at AZBILLIARDS. I am enjoying this new found site very much and I think it is actually helping me to remember all the good things about pool instead of the many negatives we all hear way too much.
I, as everyone, am getting older. One of the most negative thoughts that can go through anyone’s mind is to think their time spent on a particular vocation (game) was wasted because it didn't or hasn’t produced the wealth or desired results that were sought.
But now I consider the time and energy that I have spent on pool to be an asset that has defined and shaped my life. I now realize that without Pool, I wouldn't have met my wonderful, supportive Wife or fathered the true meaning of my life, My Children. I wouldn't have developed the management, organizational or business skills that has allowed me to prosper in my company. I wouldn't have acquired the wisdom and communication skills that enable me to properly shape our kids future.
Most of all though, I wouldn't have all the life experiences, friends, memories and a true fraternity of brothers & sisters that I have found to be at the core of this sport we all love.
A POSSITIVE ATTITUDE IS MOST IMPORTANT IN POOL & LIFE!
MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL AND THANK YOU!
Ps - All I want for Christmas is for 2 balls to go on the break and the damn cue ball to squat in the center.
I sincerely want to wish the best to all the members here at AZBILLIARDS. I am enjoying this new found site very much and I think it is actually helping me to remember all the good things about pool instead of the many negatives we all hear way too much.
I, as everyone, am getting older. One of the most negative thoughts that can go through anyone’s mind is to think their time spent on a particular vocation (game) was wasted because it didn't or hasn’t produced the wealth or desired results that were sought.
But now I consider the time and energy that I have spent on pool to be an asset that has defined and shaped my life. I now realize that without Pool, I wouldn't have met my wonderful, supportive Wife or fathered the true meaning of my life, My Children. I wouldn't have developed the management, organizational or business skills that has allowed me to prosper in my company. I wouldn't have acquired the wisdom and communication skills that enable me to properly shape our kids future.
Most of all though, I wouldn't have all the life experiences, friends, memories and a true fraternity of brothers & sisters that I have found to be at the core of this sport we all love.
A POSSITIVE ATTITUDE IS MOST IMPORTANT IN POOL & LIFE!
MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL AND THANK YOU!
Ps - All I want for Christmas is for 2 balls to go on the break and the damn cue ball to squat in the center.