[ SHOWGSD-L ] Re: Things not to think about
- From: Kay Reamensnyder Betty Doerpinghaus <bedkar@xxxxx>
- To: <elg440@xxxxxxx>, GSD list <showgsd-l@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Wed, 29 Apr 2009 22:55:34 +0000
God Bless you, St. Evan.
We need more like you.
-Kay Reamensnyder and Betty Doerpinghaus
-Home of Bedkar German Shepherds
-bedkar@xxxxx
-Visit our Website: www.bedkargsd.com
> From: ELG440@xxxxxxx
> Date: Wed, 29 Apr 2009 18:30:51 -0400
> Subject: [ SHOWGSD-L ] Things not to think about
> To: showgsd-l@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
>
> In a message dated 4/29/09 12:32:33 PM Pacific Daylight Time,
> nancy@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx writes:
> Maybe we all need to ask ourselves some serious questions:
>
> I am answering these because I had a trial to begin Monday in San Diego
> for ten days, that got continued. I have been rushing all day to get some
> declarations prepared for next week, I am burned out with law stuff, and
> decided to take a break. It is your problem, since I want to take a break.
>
> When was the last time I introduced myself to someone new in dogs?
> The last time I was at a dog show. I saw some folks watching, so I
> suggested they use our chairs.
>
> When did I congratulate a newcomer on their first class win?
>
> The last time I saw anyone win for the first time. I don't remember anyone
> that new, in years.
>
>
> Do I always send congratulations to a list brag?
> Every time I see a champion. For points, an OFA, or health certificate,
> not so much.
>
> Do I always send condolences to someone who has lost their furry solemate?
> Every time, and I mean it.
>
> Am I negative about experiences in other venues that I do no participate
> in?
> No, I appreciate the dedication for everyone, and I agree they have the
> right to do stuff I can't.
>
> Do I denegrate wins and brags that occur in venues I do not participate in?
> Who would do that? A win is a win. As they said on the Titanic, whatever
> floats your boat.
>
> Do I "participate" in any club, whether it be All Breed or Specialty?
> Since the Long Beach club has four or five members, and since Tedi is the
> President for the 35th year, this is a question that answers itself.
>
> Do I volunteer my time in breed education, be it Judges Ed or Public Ed?
> I offer, but no one wants to listen. This is a sign of intellegence.
> Actully I will be speaking to the San Gabriel club in a couple of weeks. I
> hope
> someone shows up.
>
> When was the last time I donated a stud service, a puppy or whatever, to
> encourage participation?
> The last time I had a dog anyone wanted to breed to. I don't know how
> many times Ben was used by new folks, but I know there were a number of them.
>
> If I judge, am I always "fair" in my judgement?
> I certainly think so, but then, don't we all?
>
> If I am a chairperson of a committee, do I try to bring in new people and
> new ideas?
> I try not to offer, but when asked, I do what I can. Lately I have not
> been involved, other than on this List. And most of us are smart enough to
> never read my posts. That is why I can be so outrageous and not get in
> trouble.
>
> What have I personally done to make my sport and my breed inviting to
> newcomers?
>
> I meet and greet all I can. I have dozens of pictures of German shepherd
> on my office walls, lots of awards, and plaques. I invite everyone to the
> shows, and a few come. If I see someone new, I always take them around to
> meet the others that are there. It irritates those who wanted to be left
> alone, and like Flower Boy, I enjoy that to no end.
>
> Evan Ginsburg
> Asgard German Shepherds
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