It’s been a funny old day all told.
I went to a funeral this afternoon where all the pall bearers ( male and female ) were wearing fluffy pink boas
The coffin was carried out of the church to the graveside to the tune of Big Spender By Shirley Bassey
It really suited the character of the guy who had died so that was cool .
During the service my colleague , who must have thought I needed a tissue delved into her handbag and offered me a sanitary pad, which flummoxed me just a little.
What would Thora Hird do in such a situation ? I thought quickly
And didn’t burst into my usual go to of schoolboy chuckling
Yes it’s been a funny afternoon all told.
I’ve just been talking to my neighbour old Trefor , who was out for his daily walk.
He’s 97 so “ old” seems somewhat of an understatement , but he’s still going strong and had just walked 2 miles up and around the Gop without stopping.
As we chatted over the garden gate another villager passed and stopped his car. He has a welsh terrier and after the hellos were done and on the spur of the moment I asked if he would be interested in introducing his young male to Mary next time she was in season . He said he would especially as your average Welsh terrier now costs up to and beyond two grand.
I’m quite giddy at the thought of puppies in the cottage.
How old is Mary? From what you've said before I thought she wasn't a youngster now.
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DeleteI wonder if you've asked your vet for advice John? He could advise on what would be best for your dog at this time of her life.
DeleteWe breed and train Labradors (gun dogs) and wouldn't use a bitch older than four and a half, five would be the absolute limit and then definitely not if a first litter, the risks are just not worth it. Even without problems a birth for a healthy bitch can be very taxing and leave her run down afterwards. You would also run the risk of Mary needing a C section. I honestly wouldn't want to risk losing one of my girls.
But I'm sure your vet will give good advice.
I've just retired two of my girls both aged 4.
Yes the vet has been consulted
DeleteShe feels mary is healthy but will re review nearer the time
It’s all maybe at the moment
Puppies! My god, I wish we could take one. What fun!
ReplyDeleteIf she has just three puppies I will keep one, the dog’s owner will take one and I will give Trendy Carol one
DeleteBut I’m not counting on anything
Love the idea of the pink feather boas. I'm guessing the pallbearers weren't doing chorus line kicks...
ReplyDeleteGood for Trefor. I should be more like that 97 year old.
Puppies? Too much work but a lot of fun.
I love the fact there was a mixture of men and women acting as pallbearers
DeleteWelsh terrier pups must be so cute John-my thatch has been done and the lady who worked at a vets still thinks he may be one-he was a year old when he moved in so I never saw him as a baby puppy-apparently he lived outside with a lot of other dogs-possibly a puppy farm x
ReplyDeleteThey are a delight….but the most cute puppies are Scottish terriers which act like wind up toys on acid
DeleteWhat a funny day, indeed! Do you have a pink boa if another occasion arises?
ReplyDeleteI take my hat off to Trevor and, I, too, hope to be in such good shape 27 years from now.
You'll certainly have to take leave from work to handle a houseful of puppies. Won't you have a ton of photos to post then?!!
Hugs!
…..No to boa
Delete…….He is in good shape , and has just had a new set of teeth
………..Gawd help me
A good way to celebrate the deceased! A fun funeral sounds better than a drab one! I won't have any funeral as I don't want the bother or the cost for my kids. I will just be gone!
ReplyDeletePuppies! I don't know how you would manage all of that with your work schedule! But have a good try if you want! (or if Mary wants)!
I have planned my funeral . I want to be buried next to my field
DeleteA strange day indeed. Did you wipe your eyes on said sanitary towel? 2 miles up and down a hill at 97, that's going some. I hope, if I get to that age, I can still manage to walk at all. Go Trefor! xx
ReplyDeleteHe’s a powerhouse
DeleteA delightfully upbeat man , a bachelor who never complains
I have a postcard from the 1920s taken in the village and he’s in it in his mother’s arms
Wonderful idea - can't wait.
ReplyDeleteI hope it works out. I’ve always wanted another welsh, ever since poor William died…I could never afford one now
DeletePink feather boas, Shirley Bassey, puppies, sanitary pads being given instead of tissues and 97 year olds still going strong.... Bloody Marvelous ! X
ReplyDeleteA day in the life….
DeleteI love irreverent funerals like that. And as for the sanitary pad . . . well, that just kind of fit right in, didn't it? I hoped you mopped your eyes with it conspicuously!
ReplyDeleteAnd puppies! That will be exciting!
No it was replaced in handbag very quickly
DeletePuppies to replace the puppies you've lost off your chest x
ReplyDeletePink feather boas are a lovely idea for a funeral. All of the attendees could have worn them, too. Mary might not like that fellow or could have a headache every time he wants to have sex.
ReplyDeleteLove,
Janie
All the congregation wore either red, green or white the welsh colours
DeleteI like the sound of pink feather boas at a funeral!
ReplyDeletePuppies! That will be wonderful!
I’m nervous
DeleteA funeral should celebrate the one who left their friends and family behind.
ReplyDeleteWell done Trevor..use it or lose it!!
Puppies?!
I know , I’m shitting myself
DeleteDogs are so expensive because it's so difficult to live without them.
ReplyDeleteI could never be without a dog
DeleteThey’ve saved my life , literally x
A friend pulled her mask out of her bag and proceeded to try and fix pant liner on her face.
ReplyDeleteLol
DeleteSounds like an excellent funeral.
ReplyDeleteAnd puppies (babies!) sounds like heavenly chaos.
Anew era mz moon xxx
DeletePuppies!!!! Do it DO it DO IT! I have 4 rescues and the last one was a puppy that I got at 6 weeks old. The first 2 months were tiring but now he is a total joy both to me 2 of my other dogs... the old guy is kind of "meh" about him. But you will not regret it.
ReplyDeleteMy dogs save my life every day. They bring joy and you can always do with more joy John. DO IT!!
I’m doing it , mary deserves her own puppies just once , she such a sweet gal
DeleteOh I hope everything works out for puppies. Now that is something to look forward to. I love puppies (and old dogs too.)
ReplyDeleteWell we will see
DeleteThe puppies would be so cute, that would be fun for all of us who enjoy your blog, to follow their stories.
ReplyDeleteAnother chapter another story x
DeleteI expect you will get more than three puppies. Elsie was one of seven. It will be difficult to part with them. x
ReplyDeleteIt will be Mary’s first litter , they are usually small,
DeleteI did a double take on the first photo...thought it was you and you'd shaved your beard!!
ReplyDeleteMy Turbo was one of a first litter...there were 9 of them!
If only
DeleteIt seems strange to say a fun funeral but I think that was the intent one for the memory book for sure. I hope Mary has a litter she would make a great mum.
ReplyDeleteThe funeral sounds like a very upbeat gathering. The boas must have surprised people and made everyone smile. When can you expect Mary's puppies to arrive? Placing each puppy nearby sounds perfect. Adding a puppy to your family will be great.
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ReplyDeleteChrist! Two thousand pounds for a Welsh terrier puppy! The sooner you get Mary churning them out the better.
ReplyDeletePlan ahead, the vet will cost quite a lot, prenatal care, delivery, care for the puppies, vaccines and worming. And I suppose to get the big bucks for these puppies they will need UK Kennel Club papers from both parents, plus fees to register the puppies.
ReplyDeleteI don't think dogs have some strong maternal instinct to be fulfilled---plus Mary is not a young dog anymore, is she? 5?
I know you are a responsible dog owner, I am sure you have considered all the details.
Our dachshund, who was never spayed and never bred, every so often would go into a false pregnancy/parenting mode and decide that the hot water bottle was her baby. Defended it with growls and nips. It probably depends on the dog/breed.
DeleteI was listening last night to a radio programme about the A470 road from Llandudno to Cardiff. Fascinating.
ReplyDeleteFunerals like that which have such special touches are uplifting.
ReplyDeleteI hope Mary has her puppies. It sounds wonderful!
Still sniggering at this. I would have laughed . Things like that appeal to my nurse sense of humour
ReplyDeleteI love a funeral that’s a celebration. I wonder what song would be played at mine.
ReplyDeleteThat sounds like a very unusual funeral! Puppies sound like a terrific idea. I'm so used to fixed pets that I forget dogs can reproduce!
ReplyDeleteWhat song would they play at your funeral?
ReplyDeleteJohn you have been through quite a journey these past few years, and if having another puppy makes you happy, then do it!!!
ReplyDeleteMary would make a wonderful Mum, and 6 years old is a good age for her to have a litter. Our Border Collie was still desperate to have pups at 12, she was a brazen hussy every time she came into season as she had a maternal instinct that had never been fulfilled. Thank goodness we lived in the middle of nowhere!!
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