Dog Fight

Warning: Serious topic. Move on to the jokes if you’re not into this.

We brought our two corgis (Tonka and Tinker) to a dog swimming pool birthday party last Saturday. The usual gang of fellow corgis was there. The dogs, for the most part, got along with each other … smelling each other’s butt and sharing the latest dog jokes.

But there was one larger half-breed, a corgi-border-colllie mix who had a disproportionately large jaw. He was notorious for pushing his weight around. He already initiated fights between 3 smaller corgis so the others didn’t mingle with him too much. On the other hand, Tonka (a full grown gentle giant who essentially looks like a German Shepherd but with little corgi legs) was making lots of friends. Tonka is sociable and fears no one … not even the bigger dogs.

I was thumbing through my cell phone messages; when suddenly, an ear-piercing growl shattered the sound barrier. I heard my wife scream “Oh nooo!!!” In the middle of a pile of corgis were 2 dogs engaged in a battle to the death. It was our Tonka and the bully dog. The monster had locked its jaws on Tonka’s furry neck and pinned Tonka down. All the other dogs and their masters were staring shocked, helpless and useless. As I rushed closer, my wife grabbed the bully out by his shoulders and as she lifted it up, Tonka’s 45 pound body dangled helplessly underneath. The bully finally let go and was tossed aside. I saw Tonka visibly shaken and looking at me as if to say “What happened Dada? Did I do something wrong?” I cuddled Tonka in my protective arms. Then my wife embraced our precious Tonka while Tinker barked nonstop as if to say “are you alright big brother? Did that big dog hurt you?” We checked for any wounds. Tonka was shaken but he was fine. (Later my wife realized she got a long scratch on her shin.)

My wife was so upset she marched to the owner of the bully and said “that dog should be kept on a leash because this was the 4th incident of the day.” The owner was apologetic. The bully was quiet. The rest of the party was in shock. Needless to say, that was the end of the party. Everyone left in a bad mood feeling sorry for Tonka.

HARD LESSON
The owner of the bully dog must have known about the aggressive behavior yet didn’t do anything to correct it. We and the other dog owners knew there was a problem and we shrugged it aside as long as it didn’t get out of hand … as long as it didn’t affect us. It took a brutal attack to realize the simmering catastrophe of complacency.

Unless you’re totally oblivious of current events or you only watch one-sided news, you know that the world has been on a self-destructive path. Apparently, the craziness has trickled down to our pets.

In Tonka’s little world he will eventually learn to trust again and he will be back to his carefree self. In our human world, we may not be so lucky. This coming election is critical. It may make or break this nation. Let us shun complacency and sift through the false narratives, discuss the issues maturely (especially with those we don’t agree with), and vote the lesser of the two evils. And whatever the results (whether we progress or dive deeper into debt and crime), let’s be honest enough to admit we were right or wrong. Let’s not pretend that we were not aware of the consequences.

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But this is just me. TGIF people!

“Complacency is the last hurdle standing between any team and its potential greatness.” — Pat Riley

“Of all the things a leader should fear, complacency heads the list.” — John C. Maxwell

“Because you have raged against me and your complacency has come into my ears, I will put my hook in your nose and my bit in your mouth, and I will turn you back on the way by which you came.” — 2 Kings 19:28

JOKE OF THE WEEK

Thanks to Tom of Pasadena, CA

Parting Shots

Thanks to Tom of Pasadena, CA

Thanks to Norm of Encino, CA

Thanks to Laer of Northern California

Thanks to Brian of Philadelphia

Thanks to Art of Sierra Madre, CA

Thanks to Drew of Anaheim, CA

Thanks to Benny of Detroit

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I’m Back!

Hello stranger.

How long has it been? A month? Many subscribers got withdrawal symptoms from not having their Friday emails. I apologize. I did send out my TGIF emails but only a few people received it. I was so busy that I couldn’t spend enough time developing my own personal email program. To view the past issues you can always go to Travelingboy.com.

Isn’t it funny how our friendship has developed just through my TGIF emails? So what have I been up to? Allow me to be silly. Besides work, I’ve been thinking of writing a comic book about our corgis.

My wife has been away visiting her Mom for a week now so I’ve been taking care of Tonka and Tinker. Every night they wait patiently beside the front door for my wife’s return. After all, she is their real master. I’m just the babysitter. If only I could explain that their Mama won’t be coming home for a while.

I’ve gotten to know them a little more now. They love to play but they don’t know how. They want me to chase them but when I do they turn around and confront me and bark like they want to eat me up. They don’t know how to fetch. They just don’t get it (literally). They do know how to catch food, so that’s fun. Sometimes I’d be watching TV and when the most important dialogue comes up, they decide to bark so loud my tinnitus starts acting up. Tonka is the older of the two and he acts like it too. He’s the cool one … the introspective one and he chooses his battles. Tinker is the spunky one — always ready for the next adventure. Tinker never runs out of energy.

Their favorite part of the day is when I take them out to poop and pee. That’s when their super hero personalities come out. When they hit the pavement they’re like John Travolta pacing down the streets of New York with his disco shoes. They’re like the Jets in West Side Story. “Play it cool boy! Where’s the action? Who’s making all that racket? Move over buste! Batdog and Twitter are here!”

Yes. I’d like to write a comic book about them — Batdog and Twitter! — and their amazing adventures walking around the neighborhood.

I’m sure you have your own stories to tell about your pet. Tell me about it. Share your pictures with the rest of us.

Anyway, that’s what I’ve been up to.

Come on, say it — Thank God it’s Friday! TGIF people!

Raoul
P.S.
In case you haven’t seen it, I made a video of Tonka and Tinker. CLICK HERE.

Joke of the Week

Thanks to Wyne of Manila, Philippines

Parting Shots

Thanks to Richard of New Manila, Philippines

Thanks to Maling of New Manila, Philippines

Thanks to Art of Sierra Madre, CA

I found these

My good friend (and jokester) Terry and I came up with these.

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MY CORGIS and ME

by Raoul Pascual

Intro: AM7  DM7  AM7

Verse 1

       AM7
It’s easy enough to crack a smile   when
                                                     DM7
Tonka and Tinker occupy the streets
                           AM7
With their little feet.

Verse 2

AM7
People come out to catch the scene
                                                     DM7
of Two little tongues hanging out to say I am free
                                AM7
    Won’tcha follow me?

CHORUS

DM7                              AM7
Two Corgis were made I believe
DM7                          AM7
To bring sunshine for all to receive
DM7      E                AM7   Go back to intro
My Corgis              and  me

Verse 3

AM7  
Two furry hot dogs, so proper and clean
                                                                          DM7
Pampered to death like the King and Queen of a movie scene
                            AM7  
With me in between.

Ad Lib

DM7                                               AM7
Pitter patter    pitter patter     off  they go
DM7                                                       AM7
Left to right and right to left     their pelvics flow
         DM7                           AM7                            DM7                 E    (pause)
A ha haaa  (echo)    A ha haaa  (echo)    Ha ha haaaa (echo)    Ha ha haaaa

Repeat Intro and repeat chorus then fade.

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Tonka the Mighty Dog

When our corgi, Tonka, was a puppy, he was an excitable gnawing machine. He’d chew on the legs of the chairs, the walls, my slippers… but most of all he would strangle the necks of our 3 cats just to show them who was boss. This week I was pleasantly surprised to find all 3 cats lying in “Tonka” territory and King Tonka relaxing with them. Tonka has finally matured. They finally get along.

Wouldn’t it be nice if America matured? Instead of reacting to every news item, and stressing everyone out, can we just watch and observe? Don’t be a sucker to the news media’s little game.

Three weeks after the stormy US election day and still no official winner has been declared. Cries of foul play reverberate among the Republicans. The Democrats proceed as if they already won. Sure there are rants from both sides but I do notice “a relative” calm. Why? Campaigning is over. Convincing is over. We’re just waiting for the dust to settle. The political boxing match has transformed into the quiet excitement of a grand master chess tournament. I know we all can get passionate about our politics but no matter who wins, one thing is certain: America is truly divided; It means there are just as many people on the other side of your politics.

Be safe, be healthy, and remember: maturity isn’t based on years but based on experience. TGIF people!

Raoul

Joke of the Week

Thanks to Mel of Washington, D.C.  for sharing these jokes.

So many enjoyed the Jewish Jokes last week that I decided to share some more from clean jokes from the old-time Jewish comedians.

Video: Contagious Laughter

Thanks to Ed of Greater Manila, Philippines

Tom’s Puns

Thanks to Tom of Pasadena, CA who sent this pun.

Parting Shots

Thanks to Don of Kelowna, B.C.

Thanks to Joji of Antipolo, Philippines

Thanks Naomi, the animal lover of North Hollywood, CA for this adorable gag

Thanks to Peter Paul of S Pasadena, CA. When you look in the mirror, does this thought ever cross your mind?

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