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    @nala121498:

    It's one of those days…don't be surprised if the FedEx Home truck pulls up!

    Bring it!

    Cleo will straighten him out:D :D

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  • red and white fureverR

    I had such an amazing time on Saturday evening meeting the creators of Basenji Park, and seeing it all first hand! I was blown away by the dogs - they're all so beautiful (Or barooteefull in 'senji speak! :) ). It was truly a pleasure to meet Cleo, Stormie's relative. They shared quite a few similarities and quirks - if not for Cleo's stripes and girl gender, I'd have sworn I was with my Stormie dog! :) All the dogs were so sweet and I could've (and probably did!) spend hours just petting Jasper - he's got such a soft coat! And the baroos and yodels! I got a hoot out of actually hearing vocal b's seeing as how Stormie is a "Silent Bob" kind of dog. :)
    And the hosts - some of the nicest people I've ever met, and I look forward to maintaining a friendship with the whole family. Everyone was so welcoming and warm! It was truly a wonderful evening!
    And Mr. Basenji Park, thank-you for sending the pictures my way. I picked one to post, and I hope it's OK with you! :)

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  • ChaseandZahrasmomC

    Youngandtired and I got to meet, she was up in my area and met me at the dog park. I didn't get to meet her baby but the next time that she comes up with her I plan to meet up with her.

    It is very cool to meet up with someone you chat with all the time. It was also nice to know that she wasn't some crazy internet stalker murderer like my husband told me to watch out for! LOL! (My husband is deployed and I told him that I was meeting up with someone off of the Basenji Forum and he gave me the be careful lecture)

    I would love to meet up with more of our B friends online.

    Jenn

    Chase and Zahra's Mom

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  • youngandtiredY

    Yea, I had a great time meeting ChaseandZahrasMom, and also relieved that she was a nice military wife, just like me. Retired now, the wives do not get enough credit for doing all they do, it is not easy being left home while the hubby is away. My son is also in the Marines and he was in Iraq last year so I know it is hard on her. She took me to a dog park with her babies, and I got to see what it was like. I will most definitely meet up with her this Spring so Sahara and her babies can meet. At one point we thought our B's could be related, we got them from the same Pet Shop at around the same time. But after more talking we found that her B is older than my B. Darn!!!!!

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  • B

    Very nice ladies, kudos to you both. My hat is off to all that serve and those that are in support of them….....Thank You all.

    I think this is a good time to thank the creators of this Forum that provides us all with this venue to be able to interact with each other and share our favorite passion….........Basenji's!

    A big Thank You to our forum Founders! Job well done.

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  • MaxBooBooBearM

    @Basenji_Boy:

    Very nice ladies, kudos to you both. My hat is off to all that serve and those that that are in support of them….....Thank You all.

    I think this is a good time to thank the creators of this Forum that provides us all with this venue to be able to interact with each other and share our favorite passion….........Basenji's!

    A big Thank You to our forum Founders! Job well done.

    I'll second that!!! Thank you to all those who serve and their families. And great job by the forum founders!!! And thank you for all the work and dedication that goes into this forum.

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  • jys1011J

    BBOY-WOO HOO Luv the artistic work with the smileys :) ha ha!

    And hats of to you military wives. I honestly admire you because I know I couldn't do it. CandZ I hope your hubby comes home soon.

    I too am looking forward to meeting some people around here. We are such a great bunch! :D :D

    Basenji Mom of C3PO & TOPAZ

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  • nala121498N

    Great picture…I was thinking...how many Basenjis and other puppies can you fit on a chaise (or chair and ottoman)?
    Nala has redeemed herself today, but maybe you should offer a Basenji boot camp? Cleo and Nala need to meet!

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  • B

    @nala121498:

    Great picture…I was thinking...how many Basenjis and other puppies can you fit on a chaise (or chair and ottoman)?
    Nala has redeemed herself today, but maybe you should offer a Basenji boot camp? Cleo and Nala need to meet!

    Gee, I made some room for Nala's kennel in with the others and now you say she's redeemed herself??? I'll keep the kennel handy, it's just a matter of time.

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  • nala121498N

    Good idea…I know she'd be loved, though! My kids would have to follow, though. How are you at diapers?? Maybe "Basenji Park and Daycare"?

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  • B

    @nala121498:

    Good idea…I know she'd be loved, though! My kids would have to follow, though. How are you at diapers?? Maybe "Basenji Park and Daycare"?

    Something that pretty, I'd be kissing her all the time.:) She'd get her share of attention around here!:D

    I diapered many a butt in my day.:D I wanted a liitle girl bad and got two boys.:rolleyes:

    A Tri B and a daughter all in one fell swoop!:eek: :)

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  • DukeD

    Glad you all could meet up. I guess corresponding over the months kind of makes us feel like we know one another. It's so cool to meet the face behind the name. But, BBoy and RWF - you forgot to say "CHEESE!" :D LOL :D I know, it's all about the Basenjis. Thanks for sharing your visit.

    And yes, my hat's off to the founder of this forum. Me, Duke and my family have all benefited as the information received have colored our world about the life and day living with Basenjis.

    Admin - Thank you! :)

    Jill

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  • AmberedA

    i am a military wife too! my husband left 8 days ago for an eight month deployment (navy), this is the longest one we have had to endure. (one of the reasons i got fender in the first place-i still have someone to snuggle!)

    ![](images/smilies/rolleyes.png "Roll Eyes (Sarcastic)") why, yes, i have a very full life-full of little catastrophes!

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  • B

    @Duke:

    But, BBoy and RWF - you forgot to say "CHEESE!" :D LOL :D

    I do look a bit grumpy there don't I.:D :D My kid was taking forever with the camera!:D Patience B Boy:D

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  • B

    @Ambered:

    i am a military wife too! my husband left 8 days ago for an eight month deployment (navy), this is the longest one we have had to endure. (one of the reasons i got fender in the first place-i still have someone to snuggle!)

    I think you picked the right dog to snuggle….....B's have to the best at that.:)

    I hope your husband has a safe return......hang on to that B.;)

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  • jys1011J

    Glad you all could meet up. I guess corresponding over the months kind of makes us feel like we know one another. It's so cool to meet the face behind the name.

    Ditto Duke!! I definitely feel like we have a group of friends here..we share our happy moments :) our grumpy moments :mad: our sad moments :( what else is there in friendhsip & family :D :D

    BBOY/RWF We'll actually be heading out to Pennsylvania in April for a week in the wilderness! :) ha!

    Basenji Mom of C3PO & TOPAZ

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  • B

    @jys1011:

    Ditto Duke!! I definitely feel like we have a group of friends here..we share our happy moments :) our grumpy moments :mad: our sad moments :( what else is there in friendhsip & family :D :D

    BBOY/RWF We'll actually be heading out to Pennsylvania in April for a week in the wilderness! :) ha!

    We definetly all have to get together for that one.:D Keep that March show in Edison in mind as well…...that has to be really close for you.

    It is an online...."Community" to be sure.:cool:

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  • J

    I feel SOOOOOO left out…. are there any other forum members in Tennessee??? You guys are SOOO lucky. I think I shall resort to posting notices at vet offices in order to build up a playgroup of basenjis. We have only met ONE other here in Knoxville, but I know there are others out there and hope to meet them ALL soon.

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