Joke of the Day

Hello, Aunt Jackie??

Hello, Aunt Jackie...are you there? I have called you four times and you never once said Hi Bandit. I think it is really rude of you not to call me back.... Hello, hello, snort, snort, is anyone there??? Chocolate?Elvis?

Spring Break

While I was snoozing the last few months, I forgot to add this picture I took when Jackie and the kids were down. I had a great time visiting with them and eating lunch at Queen Anne's Revenge on Daniel Island.

The Trough for the Piggies...

The husband of one of our volunteers designed
and created this bottle holder for the babies. They really got the hang of it and it sure has been a time saver. The large raccoon (Maggie May) is the mascot of the nursery and loves to join the babies during feeding time...

Annie Bananie Helps the Babies

Anne and I went to the center last week to help with the babies. Janet was trying to go out of town but was unable to because of the amount of babies we have.

Animal Planet Visits Keeper of the Wild

A couple of weeks ago was a huge day at Keeper of the Wild. Animal Planet visited the center and taped the animals and Janet for the day (you already know about the scheduled shows!).

I wanted to share one story. Brian King, our vet, was inside the nursery performing surgery on either a little bunny or raccoon, the lights were set, the film crew was filming, audio was perfect when all of a sudden you heard, "Help Me Mama. Well before you know it, Lester's cage is being taken outside and out of the nursery. What a bird!

Advice From Ms. TV Guide!!!

Ok, it was Monday evening after an exceptionally long day at work (I gave blood for our blood drive and was already in a dangerously weakened state). Anyway, I called mom and dad after work to see how they were doing when mom said "oh, you need to turn your TV to ETV to watch a really sweet story about dogs. It makes you feel warm and fuzzy". I then asked "You know I am very emotional about dogs these days since Max is getting older, are you sure I won't cry?" Mom (a/k/a Lizzy Borden) then replied, "oh no, it really is sweet"!

Ok, the first story is about a German Shepard named "Cracker" who was really beautiful. Well, the long and short of it - Cracker was a war dog who was sent to Viet Nam and paired with a soldier. The soldier talked about their friendship and how they protected each other and formed such a strong bond. Then the story went on about how they were deep in the jungle and were sabotaged (The same feeling I am experiencing right now by you-know-who) and Cracker took a hit and saved the life of the soldier. Even though the medics came, Cracker had to be put down in the field. Then they switch to a live interview with the soldier and he is holding the leash, which is frayed because of the shrapnel, and his little lip is quivering while he was talking about his dog. He also had to take some time to compose himself to tell the story. Meanwhile, I am now drinking my 8th glass of water today to replenish the water that I cried out last night. I was sobbing; holding Max and this is in the first 5 minutes of a half hour show. I am NOT going to go into detail about the second story, about the "seizure dog" - that will have to wait for another day. Ooops, I must run, I just looked at my watch and it is time to take my anti-depressant medication which was prescribed to me today. Love you all!

Rarely Seen Floridian Squirrel

Had to share this once in a lifetime picture!!

Plus Size Model?

No, this isn't the singer from American Idol who got into trouble for her racy pictures! This is Bandit lying on the back of the couch relaxing. I have to admit it is not one of her most attractive poses but we all have those pictures we wish were never taken....

I work with crazy people....

If you click on the picture to enlarge it, you will see cotton balls along the edge of the window (on the left), as well as one taped on the top of the window in the center and one on my calendar. My entire office had them hidden....they were taped on my phone, stuck in the drawer handles, in my water glass, taped to my office keys, in my flowers, stuck in my chair, EVERYWHERE... I know I will get sympathy from dad and John - this is a family problem.

Birthday, 2007

I really enjoyed my day at the office. As you can see, I got lots of cards, a bottle of wine, candle, cow stool and really beautifiul flowers. No, the boxes of Tylenol and Motrin are every day office supplies for the employees (you know who we work for!!). Anyway, we went out for a great lunch and ate like pigs.

Also got a bottle of Baileys, a huge redwood planter complete with dirt, a new dog bed for Max (best present!) from Jim. I was very spoiled.

Reservations are Made!!

John and Christie purchased their tickets for their trip in October. They will be arriving in the States on October 3rd (will give them 4 days to catch up before our vacation). They have to go back on the 20th (we won't discuss that part!).

John, please remind me to tell you about the canoe trip and how brave Aunt Deb was when Aunt Jackie was speeding towards us. I was very impressed that Aunt Jackie could make a canoe go as fast as a power boat. I was even more impressed that Aunt Deb's lips could reach around the side of her head, yell, and she never once turned her head. At one point I saw her eye move to the side of her head and I thought I was sharing my canoe with a hammerhead shark.

The Back 40....Phase 2

I planted seeds about two weeks ago and they already grew out of their first little peat pots (this doesn't even represent an eighth of what I have growing)... I outgrew counterspace in the kitchen and am now using John's room as a greenhouse. This year's crop includes 3 kinds of tomatoes, white radishes, cucumbers, squash, hot peppers, banana peppers, onions, leeks and two different kinds of lettuce. It will be interesting to see how this year's crop turns out....

There's Not Enough Room for the Two of Us.....

Poor Max. It's bad enough that he has to live with a raccoon but now she likes to lay on the bed with him. I think I hear him muttering about the good old days when he lived with a possum....

A Lady Never Tells

I think Bandit panicked when she saw this tape measurer that I might measure her rear end and put her on a diet. I had to take it away when she tried to destroy the evidence.....

I am going to weight her the next time I pick her up. I found out that Rocky, at the center, is 35 pounds...He looks about the same size... Uh Oh...

Elvis Spotted in Mobile, Alabama

Work! Work! Work! Doesn't anyone ever give a poor guinea pig a break?? Boy, what one has to do around this place to get a meal!

Good Looks Run in the Family

Win, a soon to be teenager!

Meet my Niece and Nephew, Elvis and Chocolate!

Chocolate and Elvis working together to get their picture on the blogsite. They are working nicely together now but it is every animal for himself if a carrot is brought into the picture!

Southeastern Wildlife - 2007

I wanted you to meet "Peggy Sue Possum". She and I were TV stars for a couple of minutes last Friday night on Live 5 News.....we helped with the weather. For those of you who saw the broadcast, I was the one in the green shirt.

Meet Sarah the Skunk

Peggy Sue and I weren't the only ones who were stars. We got to introduce "Sarah the Skunk". She wasn't too thrilled with the camera and spent some of her time gnawing on Bill Walsh's leather jacket. He handled it really well and is a big supporter of our organization. It was great to get exposure for the Center.

I will let you know if the paparazzi gets to be too much for me, Peggy Sue or Sarah...

Old Man Winter????

Nope, it is Max the Wonder Dog who wore this scarf for the longest time. He was really cute. After he came in from outside I told him his ears were cold so I wrapped up his head in my scarf and I think he actually liked it. He wore it and even layed on his bed with it on...

I love this dog!!!!

Who Needs Prince When We Have Prince(ess)

Sarah and I were laughing about Prince's do-rag (he wore it at Super Bowl's half time show)and decided that we would create our own . The reactions were great. Sarah sat at her desk like it was a normal day and some people just stared at her like she had lost her mind. Others just laughed because the original do-rag was being auctioned on e-Bay and we pretended we were high bidders.. Anyway, next time you are in Charleston and would like an autograph by "Princess", let me know and I will try to set up a paparazzi shoot...

Can you guess who this is????

I know it is hard to guess who this "thief" is that is trying to get into a bag that is much littler than she is ... Hint: even though you can't see the heavy make-up, look at her tail... it has stripes!!

The first to respond gets a prize....

I am back!!!

Been having a little trouble with my camera so I have taken a break from adding to the blog... I think it is working better but not perfectly. Will have to stop by and see my friend at Stables who looks about 12 but sure knows about cameras. Just thought I would give you an update.

Dixie June

I saw this boat at the Marina and was all excited to see it was from Sydney, Australia. Then Jim pointed out that it may be a joke because the name was "Dixie June" and he didnt' think it sounded very Australian. Also doubted they sailed halfway around the world in that boat... I am so gullible.

There Are Other Large Raccoons Out There!!!

Ok, Bandit isn't the only big raccoon around. When Jim and I went to his boat, we saw these tracks in the mud. Also, to give you an idea of how large, this picture was taken from a dock at least 5 feet above.... Nope, Pringles aren't the only things that cause weight gain....

One Content Prairie Dog

I think most of you have met Woody, the Prairie Dog that is at the center. I thought this was one of the cutest pictures I have seen in a long time. He sure loves his mom, Janet.

Full Moon Scare

The picture did not turn out very well (try clicking on it) but I looked at the full moon and then glanced down and thought...what in the world? Is it true about warewolves? There is one in Charleston and it happens to live behind my house?? No worries, I forgot that in the winter months I don't shave my legs very often. Whew...

As 2006 comes to an end.....

I wanted to wish everyone a very healthy, happy and safe 2007. I can't wait until we are all together in October. I love you.

Wanted to share a picture of my new couches....

Don't know if you are interested, but wanted to show you a picture of my new couches. The color is a light sage which is hard to tell in this picture and really lightens up the room. What a great Christmas present....

Talk to you all soon.