I have called everyone in two counties to dog sit. It seems that winter break starts when I leave for Arizona. Everyone who dog sits is already booked.
I can't believe how desperate and creative I have been. I even called a painter who is pretty much retired to finish up my old house, and asked him if he happened to know anyone who dog sits....
I am a nervous wreck about this. I finally, in a last bid of total desperation, walked down the street to ask Waldo's mom if she has a sitter she uses. Waldo is the biggest cocker spaniel I have ever seen. I took a pen and sticky notes with me, because I was going to leave a note on the door if no one answered. No stone left unturned was my motto. I can hyperfocus with the best of them.
A young man answered the door. Waldo's brother, I figured, since I knew the mom's sons were moving in with her. I started to ask him if he would take a message for his mom, and explained my situation.
He looked at me while I explained my problem. He said, What kind of dog? I said, Two spoiled beagles.
He said - I am single, I live with my parents, I work part time at the mall. I will be happy to do it for you.
Obvious relief flooded me!
We exchanged phone numbers so we could have him and the beagles meet and greet, and besides, my phone rang. My company for tomorrow was confirming.
Not everything is falling in place yet, but the hardest part is over. I half expect my phone to ring with Waldo's brother telling me he just realized he is already busy that week out of town or his mom just came home and said they will be gone and will need him to watch Waldo.
What is unusual about this surprise good luck? Someone sent me a prayer for a dog sitter and a safe trip. I am an atheist. I am also aware of studies done in hospitals and people praying over sick people, and that they get well faster than those without prayers. I am grateful for the prayer and for the nice young man who recently moved in with his parents.
He is even a non-smoker and is not worried about giving medication to Molly.
I wonder if he is hoping to hold out for a meet and greet with the child?
11 comments:
That's wonderful news that you found someone to watch the dogs.
Missie
ah meet and greet with the child lol that is funny.
You know I m jewish but I have seen manythings happend with prayer of all religions and I feel that no matter what GOOD Karma allways is productive. GOOD Luck and glad it worked and all fell just at the right timing. I mean for him to be there at tha ttime at the door. how awesome
Awww lucky you. Too bad I don't live near. Lots of experience along this line with a deaf neighbor. With her dogs, I mean. lol Paula
woohoo one down whats next? lol
Deb
I am glad for you..and yes god answers prayers. He has mine before.
I bet that guy will love having some company. I would love to dog sit them.
whew! rose
How pleased I am that you are able to get a 'dog sitter.' I hope all goes well for you.
By for now,
John.
Oh yay!! Obviously this arrangement was meant to be. What are the odds???
Good for you.
Whew, what a relief! I guess those of us (yes, I had your situation in my prayers - I said positive thoughts but, they were prayers). I want you to enjoy your time away. I also want Molly and Baby to be cared for. Wishing you the best and darn it, still keeping you in my prayers! Just don't ask me to go to church - that I don't believe in. Don't ask!
Monica
If you want to drop them off in Northern KY we will be happy to love on them for you while you are gone!
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