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The Trials of Herbie (A nature w/o entry for Ahlstromomy)
by klueger | Mar 29 '03
This is a true story about me when I was still a young buck. If I saw it today I would do the same thing again. Hang in there Ahlstomomy.

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A Really.... (Reply to this comment)
by MariaLynn
touching piece. I have also tried to save all kinds of wildlife as a child and an adult. God's creatures are a gift to us all. Glad to read all went well with your wife. Blessings to both of you.

Reva~
Apr 18 '03
2:40 pm PDT

Great Review, Dan (Reply to this comment)
by Granniemose
and a touching story as well. I am sorry I am late to rate. My computer had a bug, and was not cooperating.

Hope Kathy is getting well fast, and that all is well with all of you.

Virginia
Apr 05 '03
1:31 pm PST

Re: With tears in my eyes... (Reply to this comment)
by klueger
Thank you so much for the nice comment. I am glad I was able to help start your week off in a good way.

Klueger
Apr 02 '03
5:52 am PST

Re: God Bless (Reply to this comment)
by klueger
Thank you Stacy I am glad you enjoyed the story. My wifes surgery was a success I am glad to announce.

Dan
Apr 02 '03
5:51 am PST

With tears in my eyes... (Reply to this comment)
by marybatson
I thank you for a beautiful beginning to my morning. This is reminder of how precious life is, and how not to take anything for granted.

Best wishes on your wife's recovery!

Mary
Apr 01 '03
8:00 am PST

God Bless (Reply to this comment)
by stacyb
Enjoyed the story. God Bless your wife and that the surgery be successful. ASAP...Always Say A Prayer
Stacy
Apr 01 '03
2:39 am PST

Re: This may be my favorite (Reply to this comment)
by klueger
Thanks Jude, I don't know what to say. I appreciate the kind words and the thoughts and prayers for Kathie.

Dan
Mar 31 '03
12:12 pm PST

Re: Dude (Reply to this comment)
by klueger
I don't know what to say, but thanks man for the thoughts and prayers for my wife.

Dan
Mar 31 '03
12:11 pm PST

Re: Where We Shall Know (Reply to this comment)
by klueger
thanks Jan with all the prayers and thoughts I am sure it will go all right.

I'll probably check your poem out when I get some time. The next couple days I'll be busy.

Dan
Mar 31 '03
12:10 pm PST

Re: Dan, only you could have written this. (Reply to this comment)
by klueger
thank you Susie for the kind words and all you have done.

Dan
Mar 31 '03
12:07 pm PST

Re: You're (Reply to this comment)
by klueger
I love you to babe that's why I show the sappy and mooshy side.

Your loving husband
Mar 31 '03
12:06 pm PST

Re: Well Dan (Reply to this comment)
by klueger
Don't know about the snakes though. I am sorry about your loss in the family recently I hope all is going all right.

Dan
Mar 31 '03
12:05 pm PST

Re: Just knew..... (Reply to this comment)
by klueger
shucks do you mean my macho exterior is shot. LOL.

Thanks Kath for the thoughts, prayers, comments, and encouraging words they mean a lot.

Dan
Mar 31 '03
12:04 pm PST

Re: How beautiful (Reply to this comment)
by klueger
Thanks Lorace,

I am not sure I really want to know about the Maple tree. I am happy as long as it is living in my dreams.

Thanks for the thoughts and prayers.

Dan
Mar 31 '03
12:03 pm PST

Re: Dan (Reply to this comment)
by klueger
thank You Jo, Sorry I brought tears that wasn't my aim. Just thought I would share something special to me from my past.

Dan
Mar 31 '03
12:02 pm PST

This may be my favorite (Reply to this comment)
by artbyjude
of all the entries. What a lovely (although a little bit sad) story! I like the way it turns from a tragedy into a message of hope. Jude
Mar 30 '03
10:27 pm PST

Where We Shall Know (Reply to this comment)
by jankp
Dan, your wife's lucky to have you. Hope the surgery is a walk in the park, hehe.

Disregard the title, it appeared mysteriously and won't leave, but it's my Christmas poem title if you're interested and posted here.

Jan
Mar 30 '03
6:15 pm PST

You're (Reply to this comment)
by ahlstromomy
so sappy and mooshy. That's why I love you,me
Mar 30 '03
5:13 pm PST

Dan, only you could have written this. (Reply to this comment)
by Susie-34668
Although I think most of us did something similar as a child. I know many a creature is buried in a back garden, in a town in England.

Prayers coming for Tuesday. I just know everything will go well.

Hugs,
Susie.
Mar 29 '03
7:51 pm PST

Well Dan (Reply to this comment)
by 2buzy
you could have grown up in my house! My kids are always bringing in hurt animals ~ caught by the dog or cats, fallen from a tree etc and try to nurse them back to health.

While some do die, they have saved a squirrel, a snakes and many birds and bunnies. They always have such a great feeling releasing them when they are well enough to go!

I look forward to reading about how well the surgery went :-)

Kristy
Mar 29 '03
7:08 pm PST

Just knew..... (Reply to this comment)
by kamel622

...that you were the sensitive type. That comes through so clearly in your writing and your care of Kathie. :) She is a very lucky lady.

I'm so glad that surgery time is almost here...life will be so much more comfortable with that out of the way. I hope that she hasn't been hurting too much during this wait.

My thoughts and prayers remain with both of you...oh and with Ryan too! God Bless.......kath
Mar 29 '03
5:45 pm PST

How beautiful (Reply to this comment)
by lorace
Dan, this was so neat! It reminds me of a movie I saw, something about a Red Fern. What a nice experience. Wish you could find out about the maple tree!

Tell Kathie I remember her every day and I'm so glad that Tuesday is almost here, because I always found the waiting to be the hardest part of any surgical experience.

Bless you guys cause you sure bless all of us.

Lorace
Mar 29 '03
2:57 pm PST

Dan (Reply to this comment)
by jo.com
What a beautiful story. And of course, sensitive as I am, the tribute to Kathy brought tears to my eyes. You two are very special and are both in my thoughts and prayers. We'll be in the operating room with her! jo
Mar 29 '03
12:54 pm PST