tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post3525456117530525463..comments2023-05-10T10:36:38.392-04:00Comments on The Adventures of Tom & Atticus: Part of his EducationUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger19125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-8097350978198075662016-09-08T21:56:21.198-04:002016-09-08T21:56:21.198-04:00How exciting for Samwise. I'm sure he will do ...How exciting for Samwise. I'm sure he will do well. <br /><br />I think of Ramses as my companion, along the lines of those spinster ladies of the 19th century whose job was to simply accompany ladies of a certain age and position. He's just there with me, unless he's "off duty" and doing whatever he does. <br /><br />This morning he took it upon himself to snuggle with me, laying down and giving me some licks, then turning into my side for some belly rubs. He doesn't do this often and it's been a few years but he initiated it this morning and I obliged him. <br /><br />He is like I am. Sometimes craving company and sometimes needing solitude. <br /><br />I am looking forward hearing how Samwise reacts to his visit to the big city. mlaiuppahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13792165896828163411noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-5064867829350943782016-09-08T20:59:29.091-04:002016-09-08T20:59:29.091-04:00A rich essay with so many aspects to think about. ...A rich essay with so many aspects to think about. Thank you, Tom; and thank you, Samwise. <br />Your comments about the need to retreat as an introvert are accurate for me as well. "Peopled out" is an apt way to describe it. Savoring solitude was the best way to restore my soul.<br />Your comment about the need for a leash/harness in the city reminded me of visiting European cities - especially Brussels - where it was rare to see a dog on a leash. They all ambled along with their humans. Would that we could see more of that in the States.<br />Finally, watching the ducks tugged my heart as I miss the pond I used to live on where watching a wide variety of water fowl and other animals was a part of every day.<br />Your essays are universal and much appreciated.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15557166431373918296noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-19822600093466510602016-09-08T20:52:15.842-04:002016-09-08T20:52:15.842-04:00I am looking forward to reading about this trip an...I am looking forward to reading about this trip and how Samwise handles a crowd. I'm sure it will be an awesome learning experience and that he will do well.pegestonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04530002210457331532noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-81221306861107103802016-09-08T20:45:08.330-04:002016-09-08T20:45:08.330-04:00I am continually amazed by my "friends" ...I am continually amazed by my "friends" they have distinct personalities that shine through when you take the time to notice! I am with you they are fellow beings sharing this so called life on earth with us. It is a journey and I pray yours and Samwise's will be long and peaceful!!! And by all means carry on!!!!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10237007946111316740noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-67600158577664366362016-09-08T20:34:28.164-04:002016-09-08T20:34:28.164-04:00Wishing you and your hairy (LOL) brother a wonderf...Wishing you and your hairy (LOL) brother a wonderful next few weeks. It's going to be lots of fun. Great adventures lay ahead. It's an exciting time for you both. Sure wish I could be in NH for the walk honoring Atticus. As you always say...Onward, by all means!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01040111681338038903noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-28473773051487186622016-09-08T20:07:41.693-04:002016-09-08T20:07:41.693-04:00Can't wait to hear how the adventure goes in t...Can't wait to hear how the adventure goes in this next chapter of Brother Samwise Education.cheza24https://www.blogger.com/profile/17362552564925017782noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-65561710865864991842016-09-08T17:58:49.691-04:002016-09-08T17:58:49.691-04:00Ebb and flow of life. Takes on many adventures in ...Ebb and flow of life. Takes on many adventures in life.<br />You are a great speaker and delightful to listen too. When I was working I enjoyed helping others but when that hat came off I was happiest when I was with natures wondersBarbhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13564890357927667808noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-82363434663842135232016-09-08T15:25:35.911-04:002016-09-08T15:25:35.911-04:00Thanks again for your words of inspiration, In c...Thanks again for your words of inspiration, In conversation, I use the word "Bud" where you use Brother. All of my canines have been my best "Bud" during their stay on this earth.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10525494412146896786noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-6046885229498354142016-09-08T15:04:37.454-04:002016-09-08T15:04:37.454-04:00My heart still hurts missing Atti too. I have quic...My heart still hurts missing Atti too. I have quickley fallen for Samwise also but Atti is forever in my heart.Donna Jeanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09829277120811840329noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-56332433662614846752016-09-08T14:06:06.209-04:002016-09-08T14:06:06.209-04:00As always, I enjoyed reading your inspirational wo...As always, I enjoyed reading your inspirational words. May you and your brother travel safely on your new journey. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03429028975764903794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-14839288526674445262016-09-08T12:56:14.615-04:002016-09-08T12:56:14.615-04:00Thank you, Tom, as always, for your introspection ...Thank you, Tom, as always, for your introspection and for digging beneath the layers to suss out the truth. I am with your friend - I, too, get "peopled out", but I have never been "animaled out". <br /><br />I am certain that Samwise will do well. He has, after all, been exposed to a pretty wide spectrum of events - caged, a day from death to running, sitting, watching in your countryside and becoming your friend. <br /><br />So please enjoy the trip. You will be giving a lot of people (lucky folks!) a big dose of your energy, so make sure to get some time to recharge. And many thanks for your posts and blog, a beautiful change from most of the stuff out there. Onward, by all means!Cynthianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-56856757965138470862016-09-08T12:28:19.985-04:002016-09-08T12:28:19.985-04:00Your words and your lifestyle have been an inspira...Your words and your lifestyle have been an inspiration. Thank you. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-55347883037815415772016-09-08T12:00:47.382-04:002016-09-08T12:00:47.382-04:00I couldn't help but laugh about "Daddy&qu...I couldn't help but laugh about "Daddy" and "Son". At the moment we don't have a dog, but do have five cats. Can just picture the look they would give me if I said something like "Come to Mommy". And most certainly, they aren't my daughters and sons, but I do find myself calling them "buddy" and that always seems to fit and they seem to know the name.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14844310378534061218noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-50067924095107644272016-09-08T11:34:02.450-04:002016-09-08T11:34:02.450-04:00I drink in your words each day as I drink my morni...I drink in your words each day as I drink my morning tea. Both have become essential and pleasurable!Newfiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13216562050513727801noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-56664675302602016852016-09-08T11:31:24.541-04:002016-09-08T11:31:24.541-04:00I'm with you in all you say, especially termin...I'm with you in all you say, especially terminology. Nice to know someone else says "please" and "thank you" too. I'm looking forward to spending some time in New Hampshire and hiking a bit in the mountains with my four-legged friends next month. Thank you as always for your insights; I do so enjoy.Candicehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06905622296350871483noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-71288189518595375662016-09-08T11:14:39.090-04:002016-09-08T11:14:39.090-04:00I just realized I refer to my ten year old mix as ...I just realized I refer to my ten year old mix as " my friend", as in, "ready for a walk, my friend?". I am now retired. We are inseparable. We are friends.Chris Pettepitnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-39887648769591290082016-09-08T11:13:11.558-04:002016-09-08T11:13:11.558-04:00Tom, your thoughts, musings, and comments, as alwa...Tom, your thoughts, musings, and comments, as always, are much appreciated and inspiring - allowing me to look inward more perceptively as well. All the best to you and your brother as you move onward!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03209464835860577751noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-87783158806660731462016-09-08T10:45:46.452-04:002016-09-08T10:45:46.452-04:00Enjoy the trip and the new learnings for Samwise. ...Enjoy the trip and the new learnings for Samwise. My heart still hurts that Atticus is not there with you. Karen Harrisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-24608555899344276132016-09-08T10:30:23.633-04:002016-09-08T10:30:23.633-04:00You two are about to enter a very exciting time!!You two are about to enter a very exciting time!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com