Search coordinator Bonnie Folz checks in:
<<Vivi Update - 8/14/06www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=5638218
Tuesday, August 15, marks the sixth-month anniversary of the day that Vivi was lost by employees of Delta Airlines at JFK Airport. As I reflect back on that day, I can remember exactly what I was doing when I found out about the whippet lost in the airport just minutes from my home. I thought I'd grab a coat and gloves and run out quickly to help corral the dog. She'd be on her merry way, back to wherever it was she was flying off to in no time. Never, ever did I imagine that six months later, I would be sitting here typing "updates" to the world on the progress being made to still try and find Vivi.
Funny how the careless actions of one can change so many lives, huh?
The Vivi Team spent much of last week making phone calls and typing emails coordinating what our next move would be. Trying to stay ahead of Vivi has not been easy. We're happy that Vivi has been in and around the same area for about two months now, but pinpointing a specific location or even a few block radius of where she may be, is anyone's guess. We are working with a huge, in some spots, heavily wooded, park and cemeteries spanning a good couple of miles, not to mention the various neighborhoods bordering them.
We've set up a feeding station and a couple of cameras, but are having instances with the cameras not working properly. I hope to get this issue resolved as soon as possible as these cameras are our eyes when we cannot be around.
After Denise Flaim's article last week on Viv's upcoming anniversary, National Public Radio called to do a phone interview.
The Vivi Team was also contacted by the NY Daily News, the Queens Tribune and People magazine to do follow-up stories. Some of the local radio stations picked up on the story and mentioned Vivi as well. Keeping Vivi alive in the media is very important to our search effort as it will help us to keep the public aware that she is still missing. Though we continue to post up fliers, these may sometimes go unnoticed by someone who may have seen Vivi and may read about her or see her on the news.
This weekend's "Vivi Door Hanger Blitz" went fairly well. We had about 15 volunteers on hand to put door hangers out to nearby residences, posting and reposting where flyers may have become weathered or torn down as well as canvassing the area.
Jil's fiancé, Rick (Vivi's dad-to-be), will be back in New York within the next week or so. We are also looking into bringing tracking dogs back to possibly narrow down an area where Vivi may be frequenting so we can concentrate on a smaller area for feeding stations. We need to have Vivi comfortably coming back to a feeding station on a regular basis before any talk of actually trapping her can be done.
Lots of small steps to take before Vivi is back home, but the Vivi Team volunteers have shoes with thick soles (well, maybe a few holes here and there), and we are keeping the faith!
Bonnie>>
Comments (264)
Is there some way of contacting a video camera company to see if they would donate and help with setting up cameras. They could use the publicity ( which would be world wide) of their effort in trying to capture Vivi ?
I know many horse breeders use video cameras that are set up ( in the barn and viewed in the bedroom) when a mare is ready to foul.
There are some very very small video cameras that could be used and hidden from view. The set up should be done quietly from a distance by a single person. Not a team of people, as this would cause her to move off to another spot.
Of course this would only be in the area where Vivi might be bedding down.
Just a thought, Diana
BEAUTIFUL BONNIE!!!! Thank you for the updates and for keeping the faith ! Glad to hear that Rick is coming up . I think Vivi has found some kind of "comfort zone" and it will be nice when Karin comes back and is able to hopefully confirm that .
The past 6 months have been quite a mission and lets just think for a second about all the bickering , difference of opinions, bashing eachother , literally ready to fight moments that we've had... WOW what the Animal Housae website has gone through and yes here we are 6 months later and OMG we all get along pretty well these days. All this for Vivi . So now we have made new friends, good friends at that. I'm here to the end of all this but I just wanted to say what a "great bunch" :) It's really nice to see how deeply people care, I say this often but if only more people were like you and I , the whole world would smile, just a wish but you guys are THE BEST and lets pray that this ends soon , Vivi needs to get her little butt home now... Take care , Christina ...
Darlene I hope you feel better soon :) when are you going to see your Doctor? Sounds like you need it...Some of the Medical Supply stores sell air casts and I hear lots of people like those, just a suggestion.
Kathleen prayers to you and your mom, from me, hope things go smooth, many people have beat breast cancer before, keep the faith :)
Sent out a letter today on behalf of Otis and hopefully it will help this headcase do lots of time. See you all when you get to 6 months tomorrow...
Speaking of Otis, I have also heard of childern or adults who abuse or torture animals, usually turn out to be killers themselfs, I remember watching something on Jeffery Dalmer, he did this as a child, and someone posted on blog the other day about mentioning this in a letter to the Judge, To also being concerned if there are any missing woman, or unsloved cases in the area, that Otis's owner is from. Great point!!
In case you missed my morning post-I'd like to ask for prayers for a new lost animal.
She is a Shih tzu whose name is Patterson. A friend of mine and her husband were "sitting" for a niece who is very ill, and the dog gave them the slip, at the Holly State Park, Saturday. Pray that they'll find her quickly, because not only are the family friends who were watching her desperate, her owner is quite ill, and cannot take something like this.
Thanks- I'm started a Patterson group (Patt) on http://www.gratefulness.org
(Folks there are flaws in most computer programs, and websites, but this one is pretty funny. I started a candle group for Patterson the shitzu,(yeah, I misspelled it) and instead of the breed--it shows ***zu! Check it out-- and then light a candle for Patterson!)
http://www.gratefulness.org
Gee, time flies when - when - you get older. It's Monday again. Great job you foot soldiers. and what do we call Darlene now? Well, Awsome job. Vivi honey, don't you think it's time you found a nice volunteer????? Darlene be careful
Sharon - I lit a candle for the little fur baby, Patterson, another for Vivi, Andi and one again for Ellie, the young lab, she starts kemo this week. Thanks again for all your prayers for them all for the last 6 months.
Keeping the faith for VIVI in TX
Does anyone remember "Gunsmoke" and the guy who walked with that bad limp. I think his name was "Chester." I think that might be a good name for her.
And Debbie, don't you dare kick her in her good leg. We need at least one functioning somewhat properly. Thank God you have a husband who is a fireman Darlene, he should be able to throw you over his shoulder when you cannot walk.
Take care of yourself, but I wish you would go to that doctor and make an old woman in Memphis happy!
Please do not forget to light candles for Mom (MaryA) and Madison (B+). Martha, thank you for your candles along with many of the others. You are all so sweet and thoughtful.
Hey Kathleen -
You starting that "old woman" stuff again? What did I say the last time you referred to yourself an an old woman?
Lois T
You want OLD? I dated Moses.heh
Kathleen: I lit a candle earlier today for your Mom, also one for Patterson, Otis and Vivi among others. ROSA: you are so right. Jeffrey Dahmer abused animals as did so many other murderers.That is like the first step most killers take.I just want justice for Otis. That scumbag deserves to rot in hell.
Margot, Thanks for taking the extra steps in writeing your letters, I agree, I was so mortified by what was done to Otis, I lit a few candles for Otis asking God to hold him in his arms and let him feel all the love he should have known and deserved. Rosa
I couldn't finish reading the whole story,because it was making me so sick, but does anyone know if this man lived alone or had any family around,and is he being held or free?
It is simply amazing isn't it? The changes that this blog has been through over the past six months...the people that have come and gone and what we have accomplished - even though we haven't quite achieved our primary goal.
I remember that fateful day when my boyfriend told me that a dog had gone "missing" from the JFK airport and I remember I thought, "no big deal", it's probably a lab and will go up to the first person it sees. Yeah, right!
The people that have come together inspire me. The ups and downs of the goings on are all a part of the plan. The fact that there are still so many people out there continuing the search and doing whatever they can to help - amazing.
Even though I don't blog much any more, I still pray for you guys and your families and your animals...I pray that you stay safe, healthy and sane.
Keep the faith. I know I always will...
To get justice for OTIS:Address for prosecutor handling otis'case:
The Honorable Barbara LaWall
Pima County Attorney's office
32 N.Stone,Ste.1400
Tucson,AZ.85701
Fax 520-791-3946
Please be respectful but you can mention the horrific details. Please help get Justice for Otis and send a letter asap. Thank you all.
I just wrote a letter Margot and I'll take it to be faxed tomorrow. Thanks for the info. I was respectful but would I love to get ahold of that guy and put the fear of God in him! I hope Dean gets more than a slap on the wrist. I'd like to see him serve time with guys who will take care of him and I don't mean take good care of him!
Blessed are You, Lord God, maker of all living creatures. You called forth fish in the sea, birds in the air and animals on the land. You inspired St. Francis to call all of them his brothers and sisters. We ask You to bless these companion animals and those who love them. By the power of Your love, enable all of us to live according to Your plan. May we always praise You for all Your beauty in creation. Blessed are You, Lord our God, in all your creatures! Amen. (Franciscan Prayer)
Creator God, We've undergone many changes in the last six months, and hopefully an increase in faith is a positive change we've made. We stand in awe of the faithfulness and protection You've shown Vivi, and all the lost and sick ones. We are amazed at the tenderness and care You have shown the animal lovers whom You have gathered here to pray, and comfort. Our list of petitions is long, Father. It changes almost daily. Vivi remains our constant reason to be here, and we hope You make that change by helping her get back to Jil. Tonight we add little shihtzu, Patterson, to our missing babies. We lift these prayers in confidence to You!...
Vivi, You are God's loving, obedient creature. God calls you to your right place, and right volunteer, quickly and safely. Listen to His voice, come to the spot where you can go home to Jil. Good Shepherd call and bring this beautiful little dog to safety. She has been on the road long enough, and wants to follow You so she can return to Jil. (Amen)
Patterson,Biggie, Sniffles, Holly, African Grey, Faithful (the little girl's seizure dog), Buddy, Rags, Precious, Whippet Annie Little Aussie, Apple Riley, and Montefiore Mama, Daddy, and girl (the “tree puppies’” family)You are God's loving, obedient creatures. God calls you to your right place, and right volunteer, quickly and safely. Listen to His voice, Come to the spot where you can go home to your earthly family. Good Shepherd call and bring these beautiful animals to safety. They have been on the road long enough, and want to return home to their families. (Amen)
Kathleen's Mom Mary Ann, Madison, Ruth; Gail's Mom, Jacque,JL,Lance, Pam, Chris, Abby and Kathleen, and healing for Darlene's knee. You are children of God, a God who loves you and wishes to enter into every cell of your body and heal you-- give Your infirmity to Him. Great Physician, You who made the blind see, the deaf hear, and the lame walk, heal our brothers and sisters so they can accomplish the tasks You have created them for. (Amen)
Ellie,Darlene's Andi,Diane K-M's Boxer Dude, Dante, Trotter, Nicki, CJ, Felice, Little McGee, Max, Murphy, Mylie, Barbaro, Gunner, Linus, Kiva, and Morgan You are God's loving, obedient creatures.
He created you, and He wishes to recreate you by entering into every cell of your body, and healing you--surrender to His healing touch.Great Physician, You who made the blind see, the deaf hear, and the lame walk, heal our brothers and sisters in creation, so they can continue to reflect Your unconditional love and beauty, and deepen our faith in you. (Amen)
Vivi’s Angels;you who have labored long and hard to bring this beautiful whippet home to her family- Know that the Father will honor, guide and protect you for being His hands and feet. O God. our Morning Star, send St. Francis, St. Anthony, and Your host of angels to help them accomplish Your will on Earth.(Amen)
Comfort all who mourn Father God. Greet all who make the pilgrimage to heaven tonight. Be with the families who are mourning them. Let Otis know that we love him, without having met him--Give him the honor of sleeping on Your feet Father God, until heaven becomes the home he never had. Give all of us the sure knowledge, Father, that we will see our loved ones, human and animal who have gone before. Let them know how much we love them and how hard we are trying to join them in Your time for us. Do not lose us Father God, keep us in Your care so that we may one day be among the flock that You call Your beloved.(Amen)
Let all of us sleep in confidence and peace, knowing YOU ARE IN CHARGE! AMEN
Candles: http://www.gratefulness.org
Sharon, as always, such a beautiful prayer. How is McGee doing BTW?
Wanted to let everyone know that I am sharing the sweet comments, candles and prayers with my Mom and they mean more than you could ever imagine to her. She is very touched. I talk to her all the time about the animals and people we pray for on the blog, and the animals and people who have been helped by our kindnesses and prayers, and she is so impressed. She told me last night that she can see my eyes light up and a smile on my face when I talk about the animals helped just like my grandmother and grandfather used to respond to saving little creatures. I told her this has really meant so much to me to be able to help in whatever little way I could for any child, person or animal.
I heard from Gina yesterday, and they were taking Madison to have another injection of rifocen (sp?). It is a form of penicillin I believe. Madison is having a hard time shaking the bronchitis and infection this time and is still on oxygen. I am hoping she will be better soon. Seems all of the family came down with this at once, so I know poor Gina is exhausted taking care of everyone while sick herself. She amazes me though with her strength and faith in God. She is so special.
I am holding out faith for Vivi tomorrow. This is my oldest son's birthday. He was born at 5:12 pm CST, so Vivi get ready to go to a volunteer at this time New York time.
Psalm 96:1-8
Oh sing unto the Lord a new song; sing unto the Lord all the earth. Sing unto the Lord, bless His name; show forth His salvation from day to day. Declare his glory among the heathen, His wonders among all people. For the Lord is great and greatly to be praised; He is to be feared above all gods. For all the gods of the nations are idols; but the Lord made the heavens. Honor and majesty are before Him; srength and beauty are in His sanctuary. Give unto the Lord Oh ye kindreds of the people, give unto the Lord Glory and Strength. Give unto the Lord the Glory due unto His name; bring an offering and come into His courts.
Good morning Daddy God. We lift up our hearts to you in thankful praise for all you have done and for all you are going to do. You have shown us so many works of your hands and we look forward to the future with you. We ask you Daddy God to continue speaking to Vivi and continue leading her to the place where she will find rest and stay to be rescued. We thank you Daddy God for hearing our prayers and giving her dreams of home so she will remember. Daddy God, we thank you for giving Vivi an incessant desire for human companionship and lead her to the rescuer you have chosen to bring her home. Holy Jesus we thank and praise you for your healing touch in our brothers and sisters. How wonderful it is to see you raise all of them up into perfect health the way you created them to be...Baby Girl, Madison, JL, Lance, Pam, Chris, Abby, Pat, Jaque,Ruth, Mary Ann, Kathleen and Darlene. Let your healing touch flood them and may they glorify you to all they meet. Holy Jesus, we thank you for your healing grace and power in the lives of your creatures. Dante, Trotter, CJ, Felice, Max, Murphy, Little McGee, Mylie, Barbaro, Gunner, Linus, Kiva, Ellie, Morgan, Little Andi, Nicki, and Dude. Holy Jesus, let them glorify you in their precious lives as you raise them up into vibrant health. Daddy God, Holy Jesus, bring home our little wandering ones. They are always in your sight Holy Daddy, but we need them to come home to their families. How we offer you praise and thanksgiving for your tender care of Vivi and all who we have brought to your throne, but Oh Daddy how their families need them. We thank you in advance for leading each and every one of them to a rescuer and home...Vivi, Biggie, Sniffles. Rags, Faithful, Little Aussie, Mommy, Daddy and Baby Girl pup, Apple Riley, Holly, Precious Hosanna, Buddy, Annie, African Grey, Pointer, Jack Russel, Tabby Grey and Patterson. Reunite all of these little ones with their loving families that you chose to care for them and heal little Patteson's owner Daddy God. Protect beloved Israel and America as they fight against terrorism. Protect, strengthen, provide and defend all soldiers serving you on this earth to fight for the freedom you gave to us. Protect and nourish the innocent. Shelter all your children as you gather your flock together into the fold of your love. Let your Glory, Power and Majesty flood this earth Daddy God as we watch for your Holy Son, our brother and savior Jesus...Let this be the day Daddy God...Let this be the day INDEED...In Jesus's Name we pray...Amen
Bible reading brings us face to face with God.. Max Lucado
happy anniversary, vivi - we are coming baby - just hang on!!!!!!
girls - i can walk today!!!!!! yee-haw!!!! it's a sign from above :)
monica was out at 6:00 am looking for our angel and perhaps vivi will decide to come out and join me for a piece of anniversary cake and a tall cool glass of milk. here's hoping today will bring good luck and alot of media coverage to keep her story alive.
Hard to believe 6 months today. Darlene, I have everything crossed and candles that she will come out for cake, put her head in your lap and say let's go to CA.
Keeping the faith for VIVI in Texas.
GOOD LUCK to everyone today........
my everything is crossed today, cherita. hee's hoping she has had enough......
keep saying those prayers, gals. vivi needs to come home :)
my everything is crossed today, cherita. here's hoping she has had enough......
keep saying those prayers, gals. vivi needs to come home :)
WOW 6 months, by now every Angel in the sky knows of VIVI, praying they pick her up and fly her into someones arms SOON! Many Thanks to all of you who have been out since the CARGO DAYS! Her adventures by far, wipe out any Benji movie! VIVA LA VIVI!!!!! We love you Girl!!!!
right on, rosa!!!!!!
keep those good thoughts - i think she may be able to hear you :)
I hope so Darlene, cause I cannot bare to still be thinking of this poor dog, in the winter. My Husband will truelly have me committed by then. At least I'll have alot of fun people to room with! Pick me up on the way there would you, I'll be the one standing on the corner with a back pack full of Wine and Chocolate!
I'll keep my 3rd eye out for you!
Off to work, Good luck everyone out there, your alway's on my mind. Rosa
will do rosa - i'll pick you up. this little snot is NOT going to be out there this winter, my love. over our dead bodies!!!!! no way!!!! she will be beaching it while we all freeze are asses off. :)
I'll be glad to freeze my ass off, knowing she is home, sunning herself!!! Rosa
I know that the Lord will bless all of your hard work and tierless effert in bring "our" Miss Vivi home to Jill. I say "our" because I feel that each team member and all of we prayer wariors feel that she is in our hearts and prayers enough to call her "ours". Keep up the great work, and keep the faith, as you say. Vivi is almost home.
Blessings,
Dorothy
Good Luck to all the Searchers today. Please be careful of your knee Darlene. Everything crossed for Vivi's homecoming. C'mon l'il Whippet and stop hiding.
I know that the Lord will bless all of your hard work and tierless effert in bring "our" Miss Vivi home to Jill. I say "our" because I feel that each team member and all of we prayer wariors feel that she is in our hearts and prayers enough to call her "ours". Keep up the great work, and keep the faith, as you say. Vivi is almost home.
Blessings,
Dorothy
everything is fine gals. hopefully she will pop out and share an ice cream in the park with a cute little girl. here's to hoping and praying for our favorite girl :)
6 months, almost to the hour...who would think that the little stinker would still be roaming around...and I thought show dogs were uppity pampered pooches. This girl has shown all of us that she can handle whatever NY dishes out to her. I guess all our candles, prayers, tears and hopes for her safety have allowed her to come this far.
Now dear little Vivi stop all this and let us get you back to Jil.
Good Morning All!
Six months today - it's hard for me to comprehend that this beautiful creature has been out there this long. I have a good feeling, though. She'll be home in sunny California before winter!!!
Hey Darlene! Glad your knee is feeling better! Did I see you post something earlier about drinking "milk"? Really? Hee!
Lois T
"Chester" the weenie queen - it does have a certain ring :/
Since I never decieved you, or wished you any hurt or harm -I certainly am sorry your mom and you are going through this health crisis Kathleen. I will continue to light candles and as soon as I can find Patterson - the little s__ group - - I will light one there too. Lighting candles and praying extra hard for Vivi today
Hi Everyone - the latest update on Barbaro can be found at http://www.timwoolleyracing.com/news/2006/08/barbaro_updates_40.php seems our prayers for this beautiful horse are being listened to.
And those same prayers are keeping our Vivi girl alive and close by for these long six months. Hard to remember what life was before Vivi and all the friends I've met, stories I've shared and heartbreaks we all have felt from some of the things that have happened to fellow bloggers. We've dealt with all kinds of criticisms, complaints and praises. We've shared sad and happy times with each other. We've lost and found new members to our families. We've learned so much about each other and our families, friends and fellow fur babies.
Hopefully, Vivi's capture is going to happen soon. At that time, this blog may go away and all these new friendships may go away with it. Hopefully it doesn't, but if it does, it's been an interesting ride and a ride that will have a very happy ending.
Keep praying, lighting candles and writing letters girls.....there is power in numbers.
There was a small clip of Barbaro grazing on fresh grass and walking outside his intensive care unit, accompanied by his wonderful surgeon on TV last night. It made me cry to see how far this beautiful horse has come with the support of loving and caring owners....God bless them for all they have done to help this horse. They most certainly are fulfilling their role of caretakers and ownership. Too bad, the same is done for ALL animals on earth.
Ooops! Sorry, meant to say, Too bad, the same is NOT done for ALL animals on earth....
Kathy - So true. But I am a firm believer that Vivi brought about this blog (along with Denise) for a specific purpose - to help all animals, children and people in need. We have shown how much this blog can do, and I have a feeling Denise would not mind us continuing it and hopefully making it into the animal resource, source for uplifting over the loss of loved ones (whether human or animal), lost and found alert for areas all over the country, and adoption services for animals in need as well as animal rights and welfare.
Did everyone realize this is exactly what we have done for 6 months here? Everyone, give yourself a pat on the back, we have done a terrific job of helping animals and people in so many ways. We can be proud and I know little Vivi is proud of us too.
I think we owe this continuation to Vivi even once she is rescued. We would call it Vivi's Rescue Angels maybe.
Love ya, Kathleen and Tinkerbell
I totally agree Irene. I am so glad you brought this subject up. One of the people on the blog started to correspond with me who is very into horses as she saw my love for them. She is indeed a sweetheart, and has shared so many wonderful pictures and stories about many of the race horses she encounters and some of the kinder people to these animals.
I would like to post two links for a friend of hers on here. This lady, named Ginny, is remarkable. She goes to the horse sales, buys the horses out of the kill pen (for about $300 apiece) and works with them to get them ready for adoption, healthy and a "forever" home. She has a website about this I would love to post.
She also has a dog rescue site where she rescues and helps animals about to be euthanized. I would like to post this link also.
I'm sure Ginny could use all the support she could get for these two causes. Please e-mail me and let me know this is okay, and I will be happy to post theses. I do not know this lady expect through Jill, but she deserves some public attention for her wonderful acts of love.
If everyone would like, maybe I could talk Jill and Ginny into agreeing to share some of these wonderful pictures and ask Denise Flaim if she could put them on the blog as well as an animal interest story.
Exactly, Kathleen. I've always said this blog has done so much to help so many in addition to Vivi that it should continue in some form after Vivi goes home. I, for one, will be devoting a lot more of my time to helping animals in any way possible.
Lois T
The beauty of this whole Vivi story, is that it has opened up a door for people like me - handicapped. Yes, at this point I have to admit I am handicapped. I cannot go into a shelter and be on my feet and I cannot even wash my own Tinkerbell (15 pounds) because of the arthritis. But God opened a door and showed me exactly how I could help on this world of computers that I am very comfortable in.
There are so many possibilities out there through computer links with shelters, rescue groups, lost and founds, and many, many more. I have finally realized this. And if you do not think this has given me a brand new perspective on life, then you need to ask my family about the smiles on my face lately when I talk about these rescues.
I thank God for Vivi's journey and what it has brought about. I thank Him even more for keeping her and so many others safe. And I thank God for the changes we are seeing with the treatment of animals and the laws being passed because you all have cared enough to be totally involved. Yes, Vivi brought this about on Denise's blog. They both deserve a huge round of appreciation on this anniversary - thank you sweet Vivi and thank you Denise (and all your other wonderful people).
Personally, and speaking ONLY for myself, I read and participate on this blog for only one reason, to encourage the volunteers who have been looking for Vivi in all kinds of circumstances for six months and to exchange thoughts and ideas on how better to conduct this ongoing search.
Learning about more devastating cruelties inflicted on animals everywhere is just not something my emotions can handle...wish I was stronger, but that's how it is with me. All of these stories make me spend more sleepless nights and run through my mind constantly and I can't shake them. I have just scrolled past all of them that have been posted. I volunteer a half day twice a week at a no-kill animal shelter and enjoy and handle that well cause I CAN do something....the rest is beyond my control and I do not want to know about it, so I scroll past it. In spite of that, the story of Otis (which I certainly did not read, but gleaned some of the atrocities just from postings) is with me 24/7 and I can't get it out of my mind.
Perhaps another blog could be set up where people could share their life stories and everyday life issues they would like people to pray for. That would be a very good thing I believe.
To me, this is Vivi's blog, and this beautiful little dog is the reason I check in here multiple times a day...for encouragement and to encourage others....
I would like to make a comment:I think it's very sad that in 6 mos.not one searcher has seen Vivi with the possible exception of a sighting by BJ.I think this speaks volumes to the fact that new approaches should be considered immediately. Unless there are good reasons not to,I think Diana's idea about Video cameras is a good place to start. Karin coming is a good idea but she needs backup along with her not just to track Vivi but to CAPTURE her which in my opinion is the final goal.Hopefully Vivi's 6 mo. anniversary will bring forth new options with better results.
I feel that although this is a "Vivi Blog", people need to talk and share what is going on in their lives and in their family/friends/animals lives. I too usually pass by the horrible things that go on, but I decided this is LIFE and I needed to read about Otis. Even before I clicked on the link, this poor dogs horrible abuse bothered me, but after reading all, I was able to write a letter and FAX it to the proper person. We need to know whats going on and because of Vivi, we have learned of other dogs who have been found, puppies given a life instead of living in the open of a park, sick friends and on and on. The prayers are also fine with me and those who don't want to read them, should pass over them like they did the story of Otis. I don't think we need a seperate blog and this of course is my opinion.
The puppies given a new life was a wonderful side the the Vivi search and came about because we were searching for Vivi in that cemetary. I don't agree that I need to read and dwell on the gruesome details of animal abuse and I envy you, Ruby, because you are able to do that....I am not, not as a child and not now or ever! I wrote a very strong letter to the Attorney and also the Prosecutor, without knowing or reading all of the details. Knowing abuse happened is all I need to know, not what or how....it's all a horror to me.
I do feel there are times when the focus on Vivi and why we started to post here is lost....personal stories and life issues can be discussed on a one to one by private e-mail.
Margot, I agree 100% with your post of 11:49am. There must be a backup to Karin Goin coming to track Vivi...otherwise, I do believe that we will be here weeks from now in the very same sad situation we are today and Vivi will still be out there in awful danger from disease, cars and weather.
I've posted and asked that it be considered several times and now I can only pray. Tactics that have not brought our little girl in during the past six months should be reconsidered...again, only my thoughts.
Irene, when you said I "need to read and dwell on gruesome
details of animal abuse"???? I think you didn't understand what I wrote. I READ THE OTIS LINK SO I COULD BETTER WRITE AND FAX TO THE PEOPLE WHO WILL PUT THAT JERK AWAY! I do believe I have as much sympathy and hate reading those things as much as you, perhaps more. You totally misunderstood my post, which is fine. No biggie.You can be sure that I'll never forget what I read about Otis, nor will I ever forget him! If I were in NY, I'd be out there with the gals, daily! Look at Darlene with her leg? That sure hasn't stopped her!
I am also sure the people in charge have a "handle" on things. Positive thinking is a good thing.
Thanks Ruby, I appreciate your voice on this issue. It is hard to face cruelty and pain such as Otis and the others, but sometimes it becomes necessary to resolve situations. This is ONLY my opinion, and I respect that of any others.
I do feel the search and safety of Vivi has been blessed by all the kindnesses extended on the blog to many others. I apologize if my postings for my Mom and Madison offend anyone, but please just scroll past because they are a part of my life just as Vivi is. From the many kind e-mails I have received about both it is my observation that many others are not bothered by them and even ask about both of them when I have not posted anything in a while.
Thanks Ruby, I appreciate your voice on this issue. It is hard to face cruelty and pain such as Otis and the others, but sometimes it becomes necessary to resolve situations. This is ONLY my opinion, and I respect that of any others.
I do feel the search and safety of Vivi has been blessed by all the kindnesses extended on the blog to many others. I apologize if my postings for my Mom and Madison offend anyone, but please just scroll past because they are a part of my life just as Vivi is.
Ruby, there is absolutely NO need to start an attack on me here! You stated that "this is life and you NEEDED to read about Otis." No problem, you need to do whatever works for YOU. What I am saying is that it doesn't work for ME, not now or ever! I deal with abused animals up close, personal and in my face twice a week. I do it because I can actually help them at that moment and I see the results of my love and work every day when they find loving forever homes and learn to trust humans again. What I can't handle is hearing of horrific things happening that are totally out of my control and which I can't change...that's what truly destroys me. We are different people, you and I, and we handle our emotions in whatever way works for each one of us.
Ruby, you don't know me, you have absolutely no way of knowing how deep my sympathies are and what's in my heart, anymore than I know what's in yours.
hi. kathleen - how's mom doing today? my mom and dad are going to say a prayer for her sat. night at church. thankfully, my mom's tumors were not malignant but you worry just the same. although they don't know you, they do sympathize with your mom and you. it's a tough thing to go through BUT i know you'll both come out shining!!!! my thoughts, love and prayers for your both to be strong.
xoxoxoxoxo
Sorry to read all the heat that is starting to appear on the blog and it may in part be because of my original post asking people to write the letter to the attorney in support of Otis. My apologies, but I think, as I think perhaps Ruby and Kathleen do, that by hearing and knowing of these things in life, we can do something about them.
Thank you Irene for writing and faxing your letters - and I appreciate your not wanting to know all the facts or read about them - and thank you too for your work in the shelter - like you cannot bear to read the stories, I cannot bear to visit the shelters.
Just as always is the case, we are all different, but sharing is something I think we all do and sorry if I thinking sharing of stories is a good thing on this blog. That is my opinion and like my grandpa used to say - opinions are like butt holes - everybody has one.
that was a good one - thanks grandpa!!!! i'll have to use it, if you don't mind :)
Thanks Darlene -
So glad your mom's were benign. I am also glad your leg is better, but please don't push it - give it time to heal well and get strong.
Mom is doing pretty good dealing and so am I. I prayed hard and decided I put my faith in God, and He is Mom's Father as He is my Father. I know He will do what He feels best for Mom. I just have to trust Him and let Him do his work, just as we have to trust God to bring Vivi home to Jil and Rick safely. After all, we started praying for your bum knee "Chester," and see how much better you are.
Thanks for caring, now to find that "wiley whippet" and get her in ready for the party!
Darlene - you go right ahead and use it - and use the real word he used in place of butt if you want!!! You, my dear dear weenie queen Vivi hunter, can do whatever you want!!!
who in the world thought of chester??? you guys are killing me. don't worry about me. i know my limits - now - was a hard lesson to learn. sheesh.... glad to hear about mom - she will make you proud, kathleen by kicking butt. just know everyone here cares and we are all right behind you.....
all hail!!!! and yes, i will "improv" the other word. hee...... thanks, kathy. always make me smile, sister :)
ha ha ha - Chester O'Sullivan - has a nice ring - now where is Mister Dillon (Vivi)
ha!!!!!! it does kinda have a ring doesn't it??? now, i have to go and get another dog and name him chester... my husband thanks you in advance, kathy.
see you in divorce court!!!!
It's not necessary for all of us to think and feel the same way about things in order to get along. What works for one, doesn't necessarily work for someone else.No one was forced to write letters on behalf of Otis but for me personally,it was something I wanted to do. it's only in a free country,which is what our Soldiers are fighting for,that everyone is free to express an opinion.I will now step down from my soap box!!!!
Now Darlene, I thought you were smart enough to figure that one out girl. You go find the dog, then tell the husband some sad sorry about the little thing being in the middle of the road and you rescued it. You could say in your case from a burning building! That would get him.
That is what I would do when I found a stray and brought it home. My grandfather ALWAYS heard these sad stories from grandma and I about the fate of the little dog. I think he got smart to us though later and knew we picked it up by the side of the road (hee, hee)! He never cared though, he took it to the vet and loved it like all of us did.
Divorce court - NEVER - he'd lose the Chevelle!!!! and you too of course
HEY MARGOT - if i was on a soap box, i would probably fall off and bust up my other knee :)
just call me "grace"
Grace O'Sullivan???? I like Chester better --- but if ifs a girl dog your after, than Grace is good :)
He Ruby, I tried sending you an email but it came back as un-deliverable..
Irene, I see no "attack" on you, I merely stated what I felt as you did! You are just repeating what you already said in yoiu 2:02 post. Of course I don't know you, I just see what you say and my post certainly wasn't to critize you. Like you, I said what I felt and will continue to do so as I'm sure you will...There is NO need for you to attack me either.
Peace woman, chill..
Oops Hey not He
kathleen - never figured you for sneaky... i'm impressed!!!!
kathy: i will tie myself to that car and he'll have to pry my cold dead hands off of it.. hee!!!!
i'll take the 12 dogs, he can have the chevelle (just forecasting for when i DO end up in divorce court with my future 12 dogs...)
chester it is than.... grace is only when i am on my spree to kill or mame myself. i think i am done now..... (please, god - let it be done....)