Citizen Dog by Mark O'Hare for November 09, 2014

“Aw, c’mon! Throw me a bone? Will’ya?” – Big Mama Thornton and Elvis both said “Thank you”, too….

And don’t you…step on my blue suede shoes!Thank yew! Thank yew very much!

Good Morning Sugie (wherever you are), and all the Elvis impersonating Citizens of Dog!

Elvis has left the building, but I am here, with pics!

To all you fine Citizens of Dog

For Dry & Dusty

@Fergus

And @ Fergus one last time -

In case you are feeling a sense of Deja Vu, relax. I have decided to use this as my calling card or greeting simply because it fits and I love the colors of this rooster!

@ Dry&DustyDry, (I wish I knew your real name) The last 2 or 3 months of Linda’s life were very hard on her, and almost as hard to watch for those of us who loved her. She asked me to start posting for her about 6 weeks or so before she passed. I didnt want to do it, because I was afraid I would just screw things up, and really, I am sort of shy. But then, I would do anything to set her mind at ease and she adored her gocomic friends. You, StelBel, Bev, 2Old, Eldo, Gweedo, Number 6, Happy Happy Happy, all the 10 cats gang, Susan Sunshine, and so many others that I cant remember, by name although I know Shikamoo (who could forget that name?) was included, you were all special to her and even though you had never met, I never passed a day without hearing her laugh with you, or at you, or to pray for you for whatever reason. Linda was a very loving person, and when she cared about someone, she flat out cared and meant her prayers and blessings. You guys meant so much to her and I cant explain it and neither could she. But the fact remains that you have come to mean a great deal to me also. She and I were alike in so many ways, and I know she got me involved simply because she knew I would fall into caring about you and laughing with you. She knew I would need to talk about her and that you kind people would understand and not tell me to just “get over it”. You dont lose a friend like that and not have it strike you at the oddest times how much it hurts not to have her with you. You have all helped me with my grief in so many different ways that dont seem like they should be that helpful, but they are. Simply letting me do something she taught and encouraged me to do, like posting here has lifted my spirits and here lately, I have expanded to other strips that I enjoy, and to me that signifies that I am coming to terms with her loss. I think she knew that it would encourage me to talk more, and believe it or not, I am usually a quiet, withdrawn person. My friends faith in me and our mutual love of animals made me want to learn how to show that and posting does that , and so I have learned. She may have created a monster however – lol – If I post too many, please dont ever feel that you will hurt my feelings if you have to tell me to back off. I wish you all could have known her in person. She was really a loving, funny, wonderfully charitable person. Her heart was as big as her home state of Texas, and I miss her more than I can say. God Bless You All.

Good morning fans. Fergus is now a rock star. Good comments all. Have a blessed day all.

I’m not a big Elvis fan, but I love Buddy Holly and Chuck Berry.

Good morning, cleo, sugar, Fellow Baby & the rest of the CD gang!

Good morning to all citizens of Dog. :) Peace.

Happy3, I see you “returned with banana.” Lol! Ruth, that was so touching.

Good morning Fellow Baby, cleo, sugie and all the wonderful folks gathered here!

Ruth what can I say? Very loving and touching!

Did I tell you, I have her/your last post hanging on my refrigerator, where I have a few comic panels collected. The little kitten waving “Bai”. I have that there so I never forget her, even though I never met her.

I also have my friend Carmy’s (Carmen) picture and story there, and on my work wall. Her I did get to know. She emailed me before she passed. She knew her time was short. It was Thanksgiving Day, a couple years ago. She left behind 4 daughters, one of which was special needs. I hope they are doing well.

Happy, from last night (((((((((((((((((((((big hugs))))))))))))))))))))))) I hope the days get better for you.

Ruth, love the puppy, so much so you will see here in a minute! LOL!

Welcome to the Citizens of Dog fold.

Fergus might as well earn some rewards busking while tethered to the parking meter.Good morning Grog, Dry, sugie and the unleashed Citizens of Dog.

Yes, welcome, luvdafuneez! I’m newish myself and these comix lovers are the nicest people ever. Luv your name, BTW.Great video, Stel. I’m saving that one.

You’re replying to Happy, Happy, Happy!!!’s comment:What a perfect response!

StelBel, thank you for the hug! (great video too! so many dance styles represented, I love it)SallyLin, Perky, Dry, Afficionado, LadyKat, (mmmm, cookies!) and everyone, thank you for your encouragement, it means a lot to me. I almost deleted my post, because it was so long, but I am glad I left it up.Happy Happy Happy, you meant a lot to Linda, she so admired what you do for a living, and thought your sense of humor was a kick, she said your gentleness and decency showed in every post you made. Eldo, Linda sent me that pic of Andy and Flo, and I was amazed at how much it actually looked like her. She also told me about your encouragement when she was learning to post. Thank you for caring so much about others. Oh, by the way, your redo’s are so much better than the originals at times, and always make me laugh!luvdafuneez, welcome and make yourself at home. You will find that you have joined a fantastic, warm group of friends.

Then don’t be a stranger! :-)

And where oh where is SUGIE????

You guys are making me all weepy. Very touching.

Wet & Soggy, your posts makes you AND Linda a part of our day. We all miss Linda, but we would miss you just as much, so keep posting. Linda remembered that I love cats, especially white cats, although I have branched out, as you can see. (I couldn’t “leaf” out this sweet tabby, could I?)Ruth, you are family now. Glad you stayed.

Oh, and your trademark rooster is great. It reminds me of my “sneezing” Rooster. I didn’t know they could puff out their necks like that.

Hi Chef Wen! How’s life down there in paradise? Hmm, sounds paradoxical, doesn’t it? Shouldn’t it be ‘up there’?

@Wet & Soggy

Yer similar to Granny Dean huh.____________

That’s great, Eldo! I didn’t know that Andy knew Granny Dean, lol

Replied to you on OB, GROG.

Commented on BS to you Happy.

Good night people and pets.