Saturday, December 9, 2017

Where have the collies been?

It seems like it's been forever since we last updated the collie blog!  Things just got so busy, there wasn't time, plus we are having computer problems which are making it extremely difficult to write posts.  I decided to add two new certifications to my resume, so studying and preparing for the two exams took up most of my time.  But I am happy to share that I passed both of the 6 hour certification exams.  And with my excitement over the two new titles, I signed up to take another certification exam...and then two more!  I might be crazy, but all this studying and multiple 6 hour certification exams, are leading to salary negotiations.  I'm hoping to get a large enough raise that I can quit my second job in 2018.  I've worked two jobs for almost 10 years, and I'd like to take a break.  I have a feeling my second job is aware of this, as they just doubled my hours this semester.  I will be teaching 16 hours a week, on top of my full time job.  The money will great, but I will be exhausted.

The collies are doing well, and we have been taking both Winter and Maizie to dog shows.  (another reason why we have been too busy to post on the blog.)  They have both earned some points towards their championships, and they love going to dog shows.  For them it's just a fun game, which is evident in their happiness in the ring.  And Ryder and I are doing lots of nursing home visits, visiting as many residents as we can, as we know the holiday season can be a lonely time for some.

We are behind on our reviews, so today I hope to get all caught up with those.  We have missed all of our blogging friends, and can't wait to stop by all your blogs and catch up.  Today we are getting our first snow-fall of the season, so in between playing in the snow with the collies, I will be glued to the laptop. Happy Holidays!


15 comments:

  1. Our mom worked 2 jobs when she was single and she rejoiced the day she quit! Good luck and hope the negotiations go well!

    Your Pals,

    Murphy & Stanley

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  2. Paws and fingers are crossed that you can end your 2nd job in 2018! Wow - you have been busy! Enjoy your snow☺

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  3. Our mom retired the end of February and wonders how she got anything done when she was working BOL!
    hugs
    Hazel & Mabel

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  4. OMD, I got tired just reading about your schedule. ;)

    Glad to see you back here. Congrats on getting your new certifications.

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  5. we will cross all paws and fingers for a supergood 2018!! Congrats to the collies for doing so well in show ;o)))

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  6. We’ve been MIA too. As a matter of fact, I started writing our first post in a while yesterday but things were not conducive to thinking. Hope you will be able to realize the joy of giving up the second job!

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  7. Hi Kat, I've posted a picture of my new foster on the 'foster history' section of my blog, but he's in our protection program, so I'm not supposed to be posting pictures. He's really pretty. His ears are still tipped and he has a full coat of those long outer hairs.

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  8. Cool about all your certifications! And good luck getting down to one job. I did two jobs for seven years. It's exhausting.

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  9. Your life makes us feel like total slackers but great catch up post.

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  10. When do you sleep? lol! Congrats on you certifications. I hope all goes well for you.

    Thanks for visiting us!

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  11. Hi hi hi! Ojo here! Congratulations Winter and Maizie. We are glad that Show Ring is fun! Ryder, you are a hero! Keep up your good work!!

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  12. Hope you end up being able to surrender that 2nd job.

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  13. Crikey ..... Thankyou for not forgetting me. I could never forget you. You sure are a busy lot, aye?? It's nearly Christmas so I wanted to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and may 2018 be the best year EVER!!!!!

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  14. Crikey ..... Thankyou for not forgetting me. I could never forget you. You sure are a busy lot, aye?? It's nearly Christmas so I wanted to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and may 2018 be the best year EVER!!!!!

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  15. hello collies its dennis the vizsla dog hay welkum bak it is nice to see yoo and boy howdy ar yoo all bizzy!!! kongratchoolayshuns on the noo hyooman sertifikats and the doggie poynts gud job to evrywun!!! i am shoor the nersing home rezzidents apreesheyayt the vizzits hoo duznt luv to see a frendly furry fayse??? ok bye

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