Up to now I have refrained from posting on these subjects because (1) I didn't feel I could contribute anything worthwhile, and (2) I believed I could learn more by just reading the ongoing threads. First, let me make it very clear that I despise PuppyMillers, Puppy Brokers, Pet Stores, and anyone who aids and abets them and their ilk. If I had it in my power, I would see to it that every one of them would suffer the same misery that they inflict on these poor puppies and dogs: wallowing in their own filth and choking to death on their own stench, with no possibility of relief. Nor do I have any use for the AR types who push their agenda of power and control under the guise of giving a damn about animal suffering. That said, I wonder if we can see what is probably really going on here. Can anyone say "Divide and Conquer?" Can anyone say Disinformation Campaign?" Can anyone say Agent Provocateur?" Can anyone say "Diversionary Tactics?" Our AROWacko enemies are experts at these tactics. Take a good close look at what's going on, and being aired publicly on the List: Board members who supposedly refuse (or don't refuse, take your Pick) to participate in a Special Meeting (via conference call, no less) to discuss the Hunte Membership (which never should have happened in the first place), and all the while our AROWacko enemies are howling with glee over this, while we are tearing at each other like a horde of rats fighting bloodily over some tidbit from a garbage can. What in the HELL is going on? This whole thing is worse than what I would imagine a really bad Soap Opera to be (not that there are any good ones, IMHO). And while all this is happening, genetic Diseases such as EPI, B/T, and other such scourges continue to run rampant in our Breed. Mistreated, abused, and abandoned GSD's continue to languish in "Shelters" with no one to help them. PuppyMillers and BYB's continue to spread misery and suffering, supported by Brokers and Pet Store owners, and an uneducated, gullible Public. And the AROWackos are making the most of it. No doubt they are gloating over the ammunition we have put into their loathsome claws; I wonder how much money we have saved them in advertising/PR campaigns alone. Their campaign against us continues relentlessly, while we squabble among ourselves. And what of our Dogs? If our beloved Breed could see and understand this performance, what would they think of us? If they could talk, what would they say? I have no doubt that even if they did understand what is going on, their devotion and loyalty to us would be as unwavering as ever. It's a Blessing that their Love for us is Unconditional, for, based on the events that have unfolded over the last month or so, we have done nothing to earn it. If any of you watched the TV Series The Twilight Zone, you may remember an episode called The Monsters Have Come to Maple Street. If not, you might want to get a copy of it and watch it. See if you can see anyone you know in it. It's very instructive. Steve Visit Two Feathers German Shepherds online at http://www.wmj1944.com Website updated 11/28/2006. "Remember... Pillage first, THEN Burn!!" Seen on a bumper Sticker ============================================================================ POST is Copyrighted 2007. All material remains the property of the original author and of GSD Communication, Inc. NO REPRODUCTIONS or FORWARDS of any kind are permitted without prior permission of the original author AND of the Showgsd-l Management. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. ALL PERSONS ARE ON NOTICE THAT THE FORWARDING, REPRODUCTION OR USE IN ANY MANNER OF ANY MATERIAL WHICH APPEARS ON SHOWGSD-L WITHOUT THE EXPRESS PERMISSION OF ALL PARTIES TO THE POST AND THE LIST MANAGEMENT IS EXPRESSLY FORBIDDEN, AND IS A VIOLATION OF LAW. VIOLATORS OF THIS PROHIBITION WILL BE PROSECUTED. For assistance, please contact the List Management at admin@xxxxxxxxxxxx VISIT OUR WEBSITE - www.showgsd.org ============================================================================