I know that lately this site seems to be more about me letting go of my dogs than relating to Tel Aviv. But leaving is an important and necessary part of going, and so if you don't like reading about my attachment to my dogs, go away. :)
With that said, I have some very sad news. Oskar was euthanized today. It's a truly supremely crappy thing, but I know it was the right thing to do. He was, very rapidly, losing control of his bladder and his bowels, and I only put up with it for as long as I did because he was my mom's dog and because I love him. It would be unfair to him to try and find him a new home where they wouldn't be attached to him, wouldn't be prepared for his problems, and end up possibly mistreating him. Everyone at work was wonderful about it though - even Bobby, who I think majored in sarcasm (not that I can't take it - if anything, he's an overly worthy opponent), was exceptionally nice. I asked to hold him while they gave him the injection, just because I think it is cowardly to subject your dealy loved pet to a stranger's arms in its last moments. I've worked at a vet, so I've seen countless animals euthanized, and I thank God (literally, I do) for the solution that allows it to be so quick and painless. I cried, a lot, obviously, and I'll say what I said earlier - it sucks. It sucks really bad, and that's incredibly crude language that I try to avoid. Thankfully Haley went with me, and Lottie. Jennifer (the PetsMart trainer) was wonderful, as was Kalyca. I'm so grateful for the amazing people God has put in my life.
I spent some time online yesterday looking up incidents of terrorism in Israel, and accidentally happened upon some pretty gruesome and disturbing pictures. It's all so scary. I was driving home last night and reality hit me and I asked myself (out loud), "Why in the world are you selling all your belongings and moving to Israel?!" From an outsider's perspective, it really does sound like one of the dumbest things I've ever heard of - not that I'm having second thoughts. Reality is just beginning to set in.
My Dad is coming over to help me move the last of my stuff. Most should be just moving from Dothan to Graceville, but some will be going to Pensacola. I'm so glad he's coming to help - I don't know what I'd have done otherwise. Then I'm taking Juliette and White Puppy to Pensacola for a lady to meet them. She is looking for a small dog to adopt. She has a five year old though, so I'm thinking that Julie might be the best thing for her.
Anyway, I'm going to go. Haley and I are supposed to be having a "girls night out," but I'm back here on the computer, and she's asleep on the couch with a movie playing. Perhaps the dogs are enjoying the movie. Anyway, why isn't anyone commenting about the church sign? That's a great question, and I personally think it's sad that no one is sharing their opinion on the matter. Speak up! Don't be shy!
Please pray for me. I'm pretty drained right now. My living room contains all of my earthly possessions - I know that's the second time I've said that, and I don't know why I'm saying it like it's a bad thing. I'm actually pretty proud of myself. Six crates of books, one over-stuffed suitcase full of clothes, and a rubbermaid bin or two of miscellaneous items isn't all that bad. Haley's so nice, she said, "You certainly are a minimalist." She always looks on the bright side. I love Haley...and Lottie Moon (her boxer). I'm going to miss them a lot. Okay...I'm leaving now before I keep on talking. Please comment...let me know you're out there - I need to support. Love you all!
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Sorry to hear about Oskar...also affectionately known as "crack dog". I'm sad that I couldn't be there for you like when Chalmer's time was up. I don't know about that particular quote, but in general I'd have to agree that little slogans on church signs usually don't do do any good. You need to call me, okay? At least leave your number again, sloooowly please, so I can call you back. Other note, very proud of you for minimizing.
It's 2 am and i can't sleep so here goes nothing.... Church signs are 99.9% of the time really stupid. They should be informative like when services are or what is going on in the church, not their lame attempt at evangelism. The sign is just a cheap cop-out (i don't know how to spell that but you ge the idea) for actually spreading the goodnews of Jesus and sharing the love he gave to us. I can see it know...."Ohh, that is clever, think I'll join" NO!!! I see them and think, "Definitly won't go there" The sign says a lot about a church. You may not be able to judge a book by its cover, but you sure can tell a lot by a church sign.
As for the actual sign you saw...we are not all the same (and thank God for that!!!), but he loves us equally. It is not his love that sends us to hell, but our choice, our decision not to accept his gift of his son as the sacrifice for our sins. God does not send us to hell he merely allows us to go there becuase of our choice and decision. (Teresa, daring statement, I know, call me with your come back, I fear it is too much to type). Well I hope something made some sense. It is 2 am. Peace y'all.
Alex
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