All As of last night, Ricky is unaware of the discussion about his win on the list. As a group of dog friends who think the world of him, we thought it would be best not to mention the horrible bantering regarding his deserved win. ( It is our hope that Ricky can remember with pride the event and those who cheered him on in Denver .) For the sake of Ricky, his family, and his good heart- please avoid this conversation on the list and certainly don't mention if you see him at a local Atlanta show near you. (this weekend!) It would be so hurtful if he knew that ONE person suggested he was not deserving of the award. On a posotive note, it sure was nice to see so many come to his defense. Thanks for your understanding in helping us let this sleeping nasty dog lie. Lindab -------------- Original message -------------- From: tsaligsds@xxxxxxxxxxx > I LIKE this response!! Look at the Olympics! These so called amateurs are > raised to compete, starting at an early age and focussed on nothing else. > They > are considered amateurs. Ricky White is one of the nicest folks in this > breed. > [Shut up Ricky and stop throwing popcorn!and sables ARE TOO real GSDs!] He > has > helped out folks in the Atlanta area for years - handling dogs to hold majors > and yes, even finishing a couple. Because he has handled so much he is very > good. However, Ricky has a real job and can only get to shows when time > allows. > He doesn't make money at it and won't take ANYTHING for handling. He IS an > amateur, as opposed to professional. > What folks must consider is that AMATEUR and NOVICE are two quite different > things. Novices are beginners, just learning. Ameteurs may have a GREAT deal > of knowledge but not 'DO' dogs professionally. Like others in the breed, > Ricky > is an amateur, NOT a novice. > > -- > Suzanne ============================================================================ 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 ============================================================================