Besides loving cockapoos who are you?

[parapluie]

We all love our pups but what else is important to you? What do you do for a job? How old are you? What are your hobbies? Anything else interesting about you?

Could be fun to get to know each other!
(I know some of this is listed in people's profiles but you can't really have much of a chat on there)
Also- no pressure to reveal anything too personal! Anything you think is fun :)

[wilfiboy]

You go first :D

[Dylansmum]

I don't mind revealing my murky history! I'm 55, live with my lovely hubby (3rd time lucky and we met by internet dating!) and have 2 girls, one's a copper and one at uni. I run 3 businesses, a fire and flood restoration and cleaning company which hubby runs mostly now and I now mainly just do the accounts and interfere sometimes :) and I design and make jewellery which I sell at craft fairs and I do baby foot and hand casting and make silver fingerprint jewellery. That lot plus Dylan keep me quite busy so I don't have many other interests,- walking has always been my main hobby and I try to go to the Lake District every year which is my favourite place on earth, but getting too old for anything strenuous now! If you want to see my work, my websites are http://www.helenconway.co.uk and http://www.precious-ones.co.uk . Looking forward to hearing about everyone else.

[embee]

What a great idea Parapluie, so nice to find out more about people we are 'talking' to on a daily basis. I'll add my stuff when I get a minute...

[parapluie]

What a great idea Parapluie, so nice to find out more about people we are 'talking' to on a daily basis. I'll add my stuff when I get a minute...

That's exactly why I thought this could be a good idea :) I think everyone here (minus the spammers :laugh:) is so lovely and interesting, it would be great to get to know them beyond just the type of dog they like. I think we have a nice little community here, from far and wide.

Don't worry, Karen, I'll add my boring self soon (I'm writing on my phone which isn't all that awesome for this) haha.

[parapluie]

So, let's see!

I'm 25, currently attending graduate school for school/educational psychology. I love watching/playing sports, singing, photography, and travel. I love working with kids, though I don't have any yet! I speak a bit of French and am trying to learn Spanish, as it can be very helpful in my future work.

Anything else people would like to know, just ask! I look forward to getting to know you all better :)

[wilfiboy]

Now then where to begin....once upon a time lol. No not alot to put really, I'm jealous of Dylansmum would love to do something really creative . I'm 44 married to Richard, I've got a 13yr old daughter Ellis, who thinks she's 18, and an 11 year old son Roan. who keep me busy taxiing,homework etc. I'm a nurse for people who have a learning disability and work 2 nights which fits in with the kids and now the dogs. Love walking the dogs but often have to badger someone else into coming with me. Slowly turned into a middle aged woman ..not quite sure how that happened, probably a gradual process it crept up on me ... I used to be 28 lol . Spend many a groundhog day .. probably on here waiting to see what you've all posted x x :washing:

[parapluie]

I don't mind revealing my murky history! I'm 55, live with my lovely hubby (3rd time lucky and we met by internet dating!) and have 2 girls, one's a copper and one at uni. I run 3 businesses, a fire and flood restoration and cleaning company which hubby runs mostly now and I now mainly just do the accounts and interfere sometimes :) and I design and make jewellery which I sell at craft fairs and I do baby foot and hand casting and make silver fingerprint jewellery. That lot plus Dylan keep me quite busy so I don't have many other interests,- walking has always been my main hobby and I try to go to the Lake District every year which is my favourite place on earth, but getting too old for anything strenuous now! If you want to see my work, my websites are http://www.helenconway.co.uk and http://www.precious-ones.co.uk . Looking forward to hearing about everyone else.

That sounds like a lot of fun! It's good to keep busy :) I think it's wonderful that you found love a 3rd time, and I agree, one of the best parts of having a dog is having yet another excuse to take a nice long walk. I think that's one of the best ways to relax or think.

Now then where to begin....once upon a time lol. No not alot to put really, I'm jealous of Dylansmum would love to do something really creative . I'm 44 married to Richard, I've got a 13yr old daughter Ellis, who thinks she's 18, and an 11 year old son Roan. who keep me busy taxiing,homework etc. I'm a nurse for people who have a learning disability and work 2 nights which fits in with the kids and now the dogs. Love walking the dogs but often have to badger someone else into coming with me. Slowly turned into a middle aged woman ..not quite sure how that happened, probably a gradual process it crept up on me ... I used to be 28 lol . Spend many a groundhog day .. probably on here waiting to see what you've all posted x x :washing:

Oh now Karen, I wouldn't consider you near middle age yet, you silly thing. I considered being a nurse for a while, actually. My mom is an operating room nurse in fact. I like the name Roan. Were the kids involved in picking Wilf and Mabel? or were they surprised?

[kendal]

hah fab idea, lol i will be 23 nexet week :eek:

live with my mum, stepdad, 7 year old brother and my 20year old brother will be moving back home next month.



i work at a boarding kennels, and helf out at my local dog training school. i am startting a dog trainer traing coars in feb, and wanting to become a dog grooming. have have also just set up my own home microchipping service.

love all animals and in tottal i have had, 2 budgies, 2 hamsters, 6 fish, 9 rats, 10 cats and 4 dogs lol im not including my mums cockers as they were in the hose befoe i was so they dont count as mine lol.

[Dylansmum]

This is so interesting! Kendal I thought you were much older - must be because you are so knowledgeable and experienced!
Karen, I didn't start making jewellery until about 5 years ago so there's nothing to stop you. I am a firm believer that everyone has some creativity inside them - you just have to find your medium.

[wilfiboy]

Helen.... got to that stage where need to find something fulfilling, work used to do it but you get wrapped up in your own family and work becomes more bureaucraticle all the time, risk assessments etc. Have always fancied doing something crafty. I've seen some things like your work before with the finger prints etc was looking for something as a pressie for my sister. Kendal again dog training and grooming sounds great as well.Lia Bonjour/Hola .. you sound like you know where your going and where you want to be again sounds really interesting.....go for it girls x x

[embee]

48 and married to Ivan. You can see stuff about Ivan on his website www.margolius.co.uk.

Have 3 children - 16, 12 and 5. You can see middle child, my rock hero, here

http://www.youtube.com/user/ElectricGuitarify#p/u/11/qR1GEnkmRyE

http://www.youtube.com/user/ElectricGuitarify#p/u/15/pRTL3Av7NyE

Take a look and comment as he is trying to get more youtube hits – he’s now at 41,000 views!

I work 3.5 days per week managing adult learning programmes which leaves me time to enjoy walks with Flo and work on her ‘pub lunch’ training – I have a glass of wine and a Panini while Flo learns how to lie patiently under the table!

[wilfiboy]

Mandy that was great, Jan had me dancing . He's brill you can tell he really enjoys it . Yep pub lunches doing lunch up there on my agenda x

[embee]

Mandy that was great, Jan had me dancing . He's brill you can tell he really enjoys it . Yep pub lunches doing lunch up there on my agenda x

Maybe I need to get my clippers on middle child as well as Flo :D

[strangeland86]

I'm Beth i am 24 years old and i work part time in a cinema, I love films but hate customers (for the record they're never right, and normally very rude) haha

I also love reading and baking, I was in he process of setting up a small home baking business but decided against it when I decided to get baby Nell. Now I'm trying to think of some ideas to make a living working from home or a job I can take the pooches to work with me, haven't thought of anything as yet tho :s

[embee]

hah fab idea, lol i will be 23 nexet week :eek:

live with my mum, stepdad, 7 year old brother and my 20year old brother will be moving back home next month.



i work at a boarding kennels, and helf out at my local dog training school. i am startting a dog trainer traing coars in feb, and wanting to become a dog grooming. have have also just set up my own home microchipping service.

love all animals and in tottal i have had, 2 budgies, 2 hamsters, 6 fish, 9 rats, 10 cats and 4 dogs lol im not including my mums cockers as they were in the hose befoe i was so they dont count as mine lol.

Saw your agility stuff on youtube, well good - I want to get started with Flo in the spring. Are you still doing agility with the girls?

[kendal]

i have it all in the hut, but it just getting it all to somewhere i can do it. its alot od stuff to carry

[Dylansmum]

Bethany, I hope you don't mind, I've copied your pita pata signature - it's so cute :o

[strangeland86]

they are so cute arnt they! such a good idea whoever came up with them :)

[embee]

they are so cute arnt they! such a good idea whoever came up with them :)

How do you make these?

[Dylansmum]

You can do them on www.pitapata.com. Took me a while to get them on my signature though!

[bramble]

Hi, I'm 44 and married with 2 boys aged 16 (lovely but can be a very stroppy teenager at times) and 8 still cute but waiting for him to hit the teens. Thought I was a bit passed having more children so it was my decision to get Bramble, had to nag and nag to get my husband to agree, but since she's been with us everybody is soooo in love with her.
I work part-time school hours doing IT and graphic design, but am too, looking for something else, so bored with it since doing it since I was 16! Trying to set up a business selling office products on line, so can be a home more.
Hobbies, love walking, and hoping to get back into a size 12 with Bramble's help before I hit 45!
Don't have time for many other interests at the moment, but enjoying taking Bramble training once a week and so I suppose she's my main hobbie.
Its lovely to hear what everybody else does, its sounds like the creative spark is quite common in Cockerpoo owners!!!

[embee]

Come on Wilfiboy - where's your Pitapata - you can do it ;)

[wilfiboy]

I feel like your bullying me now lol .... so much for this site being friendly .. I feel like the dunce in the class lol .. been all afternoon trying to do a picture for my signiture.. been making it a bit cartoony thought I ( with the help of my son) was doing really well, til I tried to get it on here .. it was too big , and then too small, then I didn't think it was on then low and behold look at this monstrosity... You cant even see the all the hard work . I want it to be as big as Kendals ... so Ive emailed her appealing to her better nature, she's got a more helpful rather than bullying approach lol x

[lynne]

Love your signature Karen....how do you do that...send me that pikkie of Wilf and Mabel, love it...getting broody for another one but determined to wait until Missymoo is 3 but thats another 16 months!!!! x

[embee]

I feel like your bullying me now lol .... so much for this site being friendly .. I feel like the dunce in the class lol .. been all afternoon trying to do a picture for my signiture.. been making it a bit cartoony thought I ( with the help of my son) was doing really well, til I tried to get it on here .. it was too big , and then too small, then I didn't think it was on then low and behold look at this monstrosity... You cant even see the all the hard work . I want it to be as big as Kendals ... so Ive emailed her appealing to her better nature, she's got a more helpful rather than bullying approach lol x

Now you've made me feel mean - Great signature - well done :), Mabel looks quite big already

[wilfiboy]

Only joking Mandy .. Lynne no idea how to do it ... my effort was rubbish , Kendal did it for me she's a whiz x

[wilfiboy]

Sent you some pictures Lynne .... please tell us abit more about yourself ;)

[kendal]

Only joking Mandy .. Lynne no idea how to do it ... my effort was rubbish , Kendal did it for me she's a whiz x

oh no you dont, lol all i did was resize and post it. everything els was you. well done you are. getting there, soon you well be able to do everything new mod perhaps lol lol.

[andy0]

hi im 45 married for 23 years i have a son 21 he is at glasgow uni in his third year, and my daughter is 19 and just went to uni in september the house is so quiet with out her lol and dont want another child lol so desperatly seeking cockapoo pup , i work in enviromental protection and have been there for 20 years, hobbies love walking but dont do enough will do a lot more when got pup, i like painting if i have any spare time

[wilfiboy]

Andy you must be proud of your kids. I think you could do with 2 pups one each, only joking wait at least 18months x

[andy0]

yes i am my son is in his 3rd year doing dentistry and my daughter is doing joint honours dance and drama, yeah just one pup for starters then will see lol, i used to have to boxers and there was about a year difference so will see lol

[wilfiboy]

My daughters wanting to do dentistry but shes only 13 so along way off, shes not a dancer ( good job she s not looking lol ). Wilfs got an aversion to boxers we saw quite a few pulling, barking and grr on the lead at one point so now he tries to get away and cries if we see one.. daft brush x

[andy0]

is she that is good my son loves it , my boxers where gr8 mitch and molley they never bark but i took them to training classes they where the worst there lol so gave up then later we got a cocker spaniel she was gr8 very clever ,

[j maree]

Oh boy, my life has been so long I won't be able to tell all. I'm 59 and it's just, Chole, Meffy, LuLu and I. Married once, divorced, and have two kids girl and boy. Two grand-daughters one from each of my kids. Only one grand-daughter lives here. Kids and other GD live elsewhere. I was born in CA and got stuck in Pa. Ha. I grew up on a farm and love animals. Was born with dogs and have had one of my own since I was 8. So I have had about 15 of them throughout my life. Love horses, had 2 in my life time. My hobbies are stained glass, making purses out of wool felt, sewing, making semi-precious stone jewelry, and bonsai. I did have a glass business for 8 years but had to go to work for health care. I work at a High School as a Para-Educator with emotional support students. I also job coach during the summer and work at a retirement home some nights. Whew now I'm tired..............

[Dylansmum]

J maree a lot of my jewellery is semi-precious stones too - I specialise in wire-wrapping. Do you have a website or pics?
Andy I know what you mean about the walking. When I don't have a dog I just don't exercise at all, but now I haven't missed a single day since I've had Dylan, so I go from couch potato to a high-level exerciser instantly! I like to walk him first thing in the morning somewhere beautiful so it sets me up for the day physically and mentally. Although I'm in suburbia we have a really good selection of great walking places nearby. Actually that would make another good thread - maybe I'll start one soon!

[andy0]

J maree a lot of my jewellery is semi-precious stones too - I specialise in wire-wrapping. Do you have a website or pics?
Andy I know what you mean about the walking. When I don't have a dog I just don't exercise at all, but now I haven't missed a single day since I've had Dylan, so I go from couch potato to a high-level exerciser instantly! I like to walk him first thing in the morning somewhere beautiful so it sets me up for the day physically and mentally. Although I'm in suburbia we have a really good selection of great walking places nearby. Actually that would make another good thread - maybe I'll start one soon!

yeah i love walking but will do a lot more when i get a dog it is not the same without one weather has to be good for a start lol but cant wait to get out there on some long walks no matter what the weather is like, yes that would make a good thread

[lady amanda]

Hi Guys!
I am 27 I live in Toronto Canada, and MAN IT IS COLD TODAY!!! -27 celcius with the wind chill today...how fun!!
I am an interior designer and I specialize in kitchens and bathrooms,
I just got married a year ago.....and we have just bought our first home....first came the house then came our puppy!
It is nice to get to know all of you more!

[wilfiboy]

J maree .. more lovely craft Ive always fancied stained glass work as well !!!! Im obviously good at fancying or going to, should get a shift on and do something fun , You sound to have a full fun life.
Amanda its warmed up a bit here, its above freezing anyway approx 4degrees but thats more than 30 warmer than you, we had a cold spell before xmas about -10 here, hope it warms up soon ... another person with a creative streak x

[j maree]

J maree a lot of my jewellery is semi-precious stones too - I specialise in wire-wrapping. Do you have a website or pics?
Andy I know what you mean about the walking. When I don't have a dog I just don't exercise at all, but now I haven't missed a single day since I've had Dylan, so I go from couch potato to a high-level exerciser instantly! I like to walk him first thing in the morning somewhere beautiful so it sets me up for the day physically and mentally. Although I'm in suburbia we have a really good selection of great walking places nearby. Actually that would make another good thread - maybe I'll start one soon!

I also do wire wrapping! It strictly is a hobbie. Do you know of the Eni Oken Jewelry? She has a website and that is where I look at stuff and learn. Just do it for myself or friends. As I said I do have 3 regular jobs. All my crafty stuff is just hobby now. :(

[j maree]

J maree a lot of my jewellery is semi-precious stones too - I specialise in wire-wrapping. Do you have a website or pics?
Andy I know what you mean about the walking. When I don't have a dog I just don't exercise at all, but now I haven't missed a single day since I've had Dylan, so I go from couch potato to a high-level exerciser instantly! I like to walk him first thing in the morning somewhere beautiful so it sets me up for the day physically and mentally. Although I'm in suburbia we have a really good selection of great walking places nearby. Actually that would make another good thread - maybe I'll start one soon!

I also do wire wrapping! It strictly is a hobbie. Do you know of the Eni Oken Jewelry? She has a website and that is where I look at stuff and learn. Just do it for myself or friends. As I said I do have 3 regular jobs. All my crafty stuff is just hobby now. :(

[wilfiboy]

Mandy/Bramble ... we could have gone to school together lol x

[barrelman]

I am a 37 year old police officer. I'm married with two girls aged 14 & 4. My other hobbies include, motorcycling, camping and walking. I'd always wanted a dog but the time never seemed right. Then in 2008 I was injured on duty when someone crashed their car into mine. Since then I've had to undergo surgery on my back and months of painful recouperation.
I knew that walking would help me regain my fitness and is the best form of exercise for people who suffer with back pain, hence why Stanley was added to our family. Stanley and I now walk 4 to 6 miles a day (Not all at once due to his age). I'm looking forward to spring and summer when I can take Stanley backpacking with me.
Mat

[j maree]

I am a 37 year old police officer. I'm married with two girls aged 14 & 4. My other hobbies include, motorcycling, camping and walking. I'd always wanted a dog but the time never seemed right. Then in 2008 I was injured on duty when someone crashed their car into mine. Since then I've had to undergo surgery on my back and months of painful recouperation.
I knew that walking would help me regain my fitness and is the best form of exercise for people who suffer with back pain, hence why Stanley was added to our family. Stanley and I now walk 4 to 6 miles a day (Not all at once due to his age). I'm looking forward to spring and summer when I can take Stanley backpacking with me.
Mat

A little bit of a sad story but I hpoe it is going well. Too young to have those sort of injuries to your body. How old is Stanley??

[barrelman]

Stanley is now 8 months. I ended up with slipped disc as it's commonly known which is quite common for people in mid thirties. In time my back will be good as new, or so the doctor's tell me. Thanks.

[lady amanda]

J maree .. more lovely craft Ive always fancied stained glass work as well !!!! Im obviously good at fancying or going to, should get a shift on and do something fun , You sound to have a full fun life.
Amanda its warmed up a bit here, its above freezing anyway approx 4degrees but thats more than 30 warmer than you, we had a cold spell before xmas about -10 here, hope it warms up soon ... another person with a creative streak x

Karen- yes another with a creative streak...i forgott to say too that I make fancy cakes! like the cake boss kind of cakes as a side job too...oh the fun....today it is acutally only -7......which is down right hot compared to yesterday.....only compared to yesterday...I am still wearing my down jacket! I hate the winter~ Lady on the other hand loves it!!!!!!!!!!!

does anyones cockapoo wear booties to keep their pads free from salt and warmer???

[Dylansmum]

Kendal's do - I've seen the photos. Ice lumps on the paws are a problem on winter walks - I found it was ok for a while, but on long walks they really got bad and uncomfortable for Dylan. But I can't see him taking to booties.

[wilfiboy]

Yeh...dont think Wilf would wear them i wasted money on a coat and he just stood on the stairs and watched me go he would only come once I had taken it off... maybe it wasn't his colour lol. Fancy cakes how fantastic...I wouldn't have the patience for that I would be so trustrated if i did anything wrong lol have watched that a couple of times and some of the American competitions, great creations. Go steady you'll be able to take a layer off soon...its been 9 here today but coukd snow tomorrow ... great x

[lady amanda]

HAHAHA Lady has a coat that I think she looks adorable in, however everyone else says i am bonkers....oh well, there is a line of coats from Martha Stewart that are quite calm in their colours...I only put it on her if she is going out with me and it is unbearably cold...she does tend to chew it....as for the booties...i would love to try it out because she does get ice clumps and they get uncomfortable for her, and she starts standing on 2 feet....I just think she might keep chewing on them, I don't really want to waste the money if she is going to take them off her feet.....
The cakes is actually a stress reliever for me.....lol although stressful....especially if it is for someones wedding.
Jewelery making would be fun to try my hand at.

[parapluie]

Take a look and comment as he is trying to get more youtube hits – he’s now at 41,000 views!

I work 3.5 days per week managing adult learning programmes which leaves me time to enjoy walks with Flo and work on her ‘pub lunch’ training – I have a glass of wine and a Panini while Flo learns how to lie patiently under the table!

Mandy! Your son is great! How talented! :)

I feel like your bullying me now lol .... so much for this site being friendly .. I feel like the dunce in the class lol .. been all afternoon trying to do a picture for my signiture.. been making it a bit cartoony thought I ( with the help of my son) was doing really well, til I tried to get it on here .. it was too big , and then too small, then I didn't think it was on then low and behold look at this monstrosity... You cant even see the all the hard work . I want it to be as big as Kendals ... so Ive emailed her appealing to her better nature, she's got a more helpful rather than bullying approach lol x

I think it looks great, Karen. Sorry for bullying :rolleyes: All in good fun.

yeah i love walking but will do a lot more when i get a dog it is not the same without one weather has to be good for a start lol but cant wait to get out there on some long walks no matter what the weather is like, yes that would make a good thread

I love walking too. Too bad it's so dreadfully cold these days.

Hi Guys!
I am 27 I live in Toronto Canada, and MAN IT IS COLD TODAY!!! -27 celcius with the wind chill today...how fun!!

-22 with the wind chill here, but that's fahrenheit. Dreadful! So much shoveling too with all the snow. Supposed to get more tomorrow/Thursday!

Stanley is now 8 months. I ended up with slipped disc as it's commonly known which is quite common for people in mid thirties. In time my back will be good as new, or so the doctor's tell me. Thanks.

Very glad to hear it should be alright. What a scary accident.

Karen- yes another with a creative streak...i forgott to say too that I make fancy cakes! like the cake boss kind of cakes as a side job too...oh the fun....today it is acutally only -7......which is down right hot compared to yesterday.....only compared to yesterday...I am still wearing my down jacket! I hate the winter~ Lady on the other hand loves it!!!!!!!!!!!

does anyones cockapoo wear booties to keep their pads free from salt and warmer???

Those shows are amazing! They can do remarkable things with them.
I think the idea of booties are great but somehow I don't think strong-willed Rufus would put up with it.

Yeh...dont think Wilf would wear them i wasted money on a coat and he just stood on the stairs and watched me go he would only come once I had taken it off... maybe it wasn't his colour lol.

ahahah Wilf sounds like Rufus, headstrong!

[wilfiboy]

Lia Id quote you but would end up quoting it all lol ..... I was only joking I did nt feel bullied ... just my sense of humour, you never quite know how something will come out in text . Often posting stuff abit tongue in cheek lol. No if I really thought people were bullying I would nt be here :)

[parapluie]

Lia Id quote you but would end up quoting it all lol ..... I was only joking I did nt feel bullied ... just my sense of humour, you never quite know how something will come out in text . Often posting stuff abit tongue in cheek lol. No if I really thought people were bullying I would nt be here :)

ahaha oh I know, I was only joking. I know you dont take it seriously or I wouldn't do it. That's my humor too... always slightly teasing :) It is hard in text, but basically I'm always kidding if it's possibly slightly harsh :P

[wilfiboy]

:hug:ahaha oh I know, I was only joking. I know you dont take it seriously or I wouldn't do it. That's my humor too... always slightly teasing :) It is hard in text, but basically I'm always kidding if it's possibly slightly harsh :P




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[parapluie]

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ahahah aren't you the sweetest
:hug:
btw- you are awfully good with these little computer graphics... if only we could channel that into other pictures...

[wilfiboy]

Love your signiture ... would nt have a clue ... its a good job you're not nearer I'd be popping in for lessons x

[parapluie]

Love your signiture ... would nt have a clue ... its a good job you're not nearer I'd be popping in for lessons x

any time you'd like I can walk you through it! Or... if you'd like to send me a picture etc. I'd be happy to put it up for you!

[bramble]

Mandy/Bramble ... we could have gone to school together lol x
Ah ha, but I have a confession, I only moved up to Halifax 7 years ago, my husband is born and bread? (is that how you spell it?) in halifax, but moved down south (Reading, berkshire to be precise) for work, met me and dragged me kicking and screaming (not really) back to his hometown. But I love it here, fantastic scenery and places to visit and walk. Went walking on Rocks on Saturday hoping to bump into you, but no luck so far!

[wilfiboy]

Ha.. ha ... went all round Warley saturday and been to rocks today x

[wilfiboy]

any time you'd like I can walk you through it! Or... if you'd like to send me a picture etc. I'd be happy to put it up for you!

"any time you like " ... your welcome to come to Boston ..... lol x :rolleyes:

[parapluie]

"any time you like " ... your welcome to come to Boston ..... lol x :rolleyes:

Hahaha nooo walk you through it online! Sheesh some people. Just can't accept help :rolleyes:

[Jesarie]

lol I thought Kendal was a little older as well, :eek: sorries!!

So, Im Jess, im 26 and Im from NYC. I am a RMA / CNA / EKG Tech / Med Tech and am a preschool teacher. I traveled the US twice by car and it was amazing. I am married to my BEST friend in the world. I have 1 Cockapoo, Axle. First time "little dog" owner and he is just awesome to me and I adore him with all my heart. I used to be in a band where I played the bass. I am addicted to tattoos and online gaming. I am extremely fascinated by Owls, wish I could have one. I hate the summer, wish it could be fall / winter all year round! lol :)

[wilfiboy]

Wow Jess life sounds fab, full and exciting made all the more so by ovely Axle... wish i knew what the letters stood for lol x
Ps love to see your tattoos x

[Jesarie]

The letters? Like, what I am certified for? I hope this helps. lol I am a Registered Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, Electrocardiogram Tech (I prep patients for heart surgery), Medical Technician, I pass put pills and take care of the elderly and take care of the dying, and a preschool teacher, I know you know what that means! lol

And as far as my tattoos. I would have to take pictures. And we should make a tattoo thread. I wonder who else has them...

[parapluie]

lol I thought Kendal was a little older as well, :eek: sorries!!

So, Im Jess, im 26 and Im from NYC. I am a RMA / CNA / EKG Tech / Med Tech and am a preschool teacher. I traveled the US twice by car and it was amazing. I am married to my BEST friend in the world. I have 1 Cockapoo, Axle. First time "little dog" owner and he is just awesome to me and I adore him with all my heart. I used to be in a band where I played the bass. I am addicted to tattoos and online gaming. I am extremely fascinated by Owls, wish I could have one. I hate the summer, wish it could be fall / winter all year round! lol :)

What games do you play? I'm also interested in your tattoos, start up that thread haha

[wilfiboy]

I'll show you mine if you show me yours lol x...... only joking have nt got any !!!

[parapluie]

I'll show you mine if you show me yours lol x...... only joking have nt got any !!!

I haven't got any either haha
I'm surprised at you, Karen, you seem to have such a wild side! :P

[Jesarie]

I play World of Warcraft. :) And starting a thread means taking pictures and I am lazy. lol Who knows. Maybe I will.

[wilfiboy]

I haven't got any either haha
I'm surprised at you, Karen, you seem to have such a wild side! :P

:laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh:: laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh:

[Helene07]

As im new here i thought this was a good idea, I am Helene i live in Devon and i am sadly not working now due to my health, im not ill just bone and arthritus stuff...im 46 and im on my 2nd marriage to my childhood sweetheart. I have 3 grown up children, 2 girls 1 son, my son and middle child is in the Navy and currently serving. I have 3 grandchildren, 2 boys and 1 girl....i love being a grandma although i dont see them as much as id like. :(
I have had 2 GDS and i was once owned by a Mini schnauzer all beautiful.....my husband and i would love to have another dog and we are thinking about having a Cockerpoo
so adoreable, im so suprised as it was my husband who first thought of this breed....i really thought that it would have been to girly looking for him, but! NO he loves them and so do i, having done my homework on the breed, this breed would be great for us, my husband loves to walk across the moors and is always out and about....so watch this space!!
Helene

[wilfiboy]

Hi Helen, being with your chidhood sweetheart sounds fab as does being a grandma . Walking on the moors sounds a cockapoos dream. Good luck with your search, I was going to travel down to Devon for a pup before I got Wilf whose nearly 3 1/2yrs ago as they were hard to find up here. Contact Marzy she's recently got a pup from Devon and Boycies ( her pup) dad produces fantastic pups x

[Helene07]

Hi Karen, thanks for the reply... Yes Devon is lovely and we are lucky in that within 10 mins from my door i can be on the beach or half hour to the moor....what more could i poss want ?? a cockerpoo, we have a older gentleman who has a black on Totally black near us and we see them daily, Marli is only 12 weeks and he is so cute....he told me that his daughter found him online, as he lost his springer before christmas...
I am looking to see if i can get an older one first before looking for a pup as it breaks my heart to think that some may need a good home, we can certainly offer that.....
Helen

[wilfiboy]

Sounds a great place to offer a dog a home ... you get so many people asking what your dog is lol the news is spreading ha ha x

[Georgiapeach]

What a great thread! I'm Beth, age 54, and I'm a 6th grade Social Studies teacher here in Georgia (USA). I've been married for almost 30 years (this August) :love-eyes: and I have 3 children, all grown: a girl - 26 (married), boy - 23, boy - 20.

I enjoy camping, reading, walking, and generally anything outdoors.

My passion is going to the beach! My husband is from Sarasota, FL, and we hope to move back there after we retire. We're going camping in June to Anastasia State Park in FL (in St. Augustine, FL), and to Bahia Honda State Park, in the FL Keys (mile marker 37) in July. We can't wait!

[lhkim85]

Fun thread! I'm 25 (soon to be 26), unmarried with no kids, living in The Valley in southern CA. I looooove living in a place where it never snows and the summers are fairly dry! I've lived here almost all my life so I'm not sure I could adjust to snow and humidity, haha. Other than my little Sawyer, my interests are shoes, nail polish, makeup, cooking/baking, reading (on my Kindle!) and watching (too much) television.

[marzy]

Hi all im marzy live in Plymouth with one cockapoo Boycie whom we love to bits
I'm married to Paul my hunk fireman for 7 years. No children I work partime now
Delivering vehicle parts around the city .
We must be near each other Helen as we have. Moors beach town right on doorstep
We love beach walks meeting other cockapoo Mums and dads and taking boycie to the pub
Marzy

[lady amanda]

You can take your dog to the pub....that is awesome!

[marzy]

We tell Boycie be good boy and come pub. He's brilliant we take an old fur cushion cover for his bed and he knows that where he has to be to be allowed in pub. People come over to say hi and stuff he is very well behaved ! Some pubs hes allowed off the lead but I worry where he is lol x he loves it but when on walks past pub he tugs to go in. Lol ..... we have to say not today Boycie h! Ha
Marzy
X

[lady amanda]

That really is amazing!!! so nice that they will let you bring him in...they sure don't let you do that here in canada...the only place lady is allowed is the pet store

[Kel]

WAAH, I am so jealous, I want a beach near me too! Especially today, when it is -30 Celcius here with the windchill.

I am Kelly, a married mom of 3. My oldest turns 18 next month, so you can imagine how old I am ;) I don't work out of the home and I am not even sure I could with my husband's crazy work schedule. Since my kids are in school much of the day, I spend most of my time with Chloe. I don't even remember what I did with my time before we got her, haha.She is my first dog ever and nobody (including me!) can believe that I actually have one. I used to avoid dogs as much as possible. Now, I actually pet my friends' dogs and I have actually been watching the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show the last few days! What happened!?! ;)

[Dylansmum]

WAAH, I used to avoid dogs as much as possible. Now, I actually pet my friends' dogs and I have actually been watching the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show the last few days! What happened!?! ;)

You got cockapood Kel :D

[embee]

You can take your dog to the pub....that is awesome!

Yep we also take Flo to the pub. We walk over fields with her off lead for about 20 mins then have a pub lunch while she lies under the table next to the fire. When we went on holiday to Bude in summer we even found cafes that allowed her in while we had breakfast or lunch which was great. Most pubs in the country allow dogs, or least they do local to us.

[parapluie]

I'm so jealous of that! We can only bring Rufus to pet stores, basically haha

[lady amanda]

That really is very awesome...Canada needs to adopt that.

[Kel]

You got cockapood Kel :D

HAHA, that made me laugh out loud.

[j maree]

WAAH, I am so jealous, I want a beach near me too! Especially today, when it is -30 Celcius here with the windchill.

I am Kelly, a married mom of 3. My oldest turns 18 next month, so you can imagine how old I am ;) I don't work out of the home and I am not even sure I could with my husband's crazy work schedule. Since my kids are in school much of the day, I spend most of my time with Chloe. I don't even remember what I did with my time before we got her, haha.She is my first dog ever and nobody (including me!) can believe that I actually have one. I used to avoid dogs as much as possible. Now, I actually pet my friends' dogs and I have actually been watching the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show the last few days! What happened!?! ;)

I love this story Kel!!! I wish I had a beach...........puppy in a Pub..........and southen CA!!! Oh well, Chole and I will be fine.

[wilfiboy]

Oh Marzy I love how you are amost blaming Boycie for your time in the pub lol ... well Boycie wanted to go !! Hope he buys his rounds lol x

[parapluie]

Oh Marzy I love how you are amost blaming Boycie for your time in the pub lol ... well Boycie wanted to go !! Hope he buys his rounds lol x

What good is having a pup if you can't blame things on him?

[Kel]

I love this story Kel!!! I wish I had a beach...........puppy in a Pub..........and southen CA!!! Oh well, Chole and I will be fine.

I would love love love to live in southern CA. Actually, I want to live IN Disneyland. I am hoping to go there next year for our 25 anniversary.

[weez74]

Ah, I loved reading this thread!

I'm 36, married and got two children. My daughter is 3 (and a half - can't forget the half!) abnd my son will be 2 on Thursday. We got Rosie because I had a dog while growing up and have always felt something was missing since she died, and I finally talked my husband into agreement!

I work three days a week at The Open University, in the Finance divison (as far away from the lovely crafty things most of you lot get up to as you can get, sadly!) but I do love knitting and sewing and doing arts and crafts with the kids (generally finger painting, given their ages!). I'm chair of our village pre-school which takes up quite a bit of my time and I'm just about to start the second year of the OU MBA programme. Oh, and I just found out I got a place in the Great North Run this year, which I am very scared about! Rosie needs to grow up quick so she can get me out doing more than my normal couple of miles!

It's my first day back at work today after getting Rosie and I miss her! I know she's fine though because we have a nanny for our kids, so she is now the puppy's nanny as well - I normally get calls from her about the kids, but I got one about Rosie this morning!

Louise

[wilfiboy]

I'm sure Rosie will have been fine how great knowing someone is at home with her.Toying with Race for Life and thats adventerous enough for me so good luck with your race. Kids will love having Rosie, your 2 are close together like mine although my daughters 13 and my son is 12 next week... they grow up so fast... enjoy your finger painting while it lasts lol x

[lhkim85]

I would love love love to live in southern CA. Actually, I want to live IN Disneyland. I am hoping to go there next year for our 25 anniversary.

I loooooove Disneyland! We went a couple of years ago for my birthday when they were letting southern CA residents in for free on their birthdays. Have you ever gone during the holiday season? It's so pretty, every inch is decorated! Plus, the Haunted Mansion is all made up to look like The Nightmare Before Christmas, it's so cool!

[Kel]

I loooooove Disneyland! We went a couple of years ago for my birthday when they were letting southern CA residents in for free on their birthdays. Have you ever gone during the holiday season? It's so pretty, every inch is decorated! Plus, the Haunted Mansion is all made up to look like The Nightmare Before Christmas, it's so cool!

OH, I would love to go during Halloween and Christmas. Must be so busy then, though. Both times we went it was during the summer. Love that place!

[breebella10]

I TOTALLY agree with Dylansmum Kendal your experience and advice is awsome and I thought you were older as well,
Okay my turn .....

I am 33 a mother of 2 boyz 8 and 5, ohhh and my 3rd kid my Honey...lol. Im hispanic, and love to meet people. I am very Family oriented and a workaholic or as I call it Dedicated ..lol I am a quality monitor and monitor customer calls and coach representatives as to how they can better the customer experience while providing quality on every call. I dedicate every moment to my kidz and now my Bree Bella. I like to scrapbook and read when I get a chance. I am currently hooked on PS3 plants vs Zombies and play that with my boyz every tuesday night. On the weekend I like to do things with my sister and her boyz, nothing better than sister & cousin time as we all enjoy life together there is alot to do and see in Sunny CA. If we are not in my back yard we are at the park,zoo,beach,river, lake ect. She has a english bulldog and we take Bree and Chapo with us from time to time. Well that is my spill Can't wait to hear more from other memebers. Its time for bed have a Bless week Friends :D

[DebMax]

Wow!!!!! I thought Kendal was MUCH older! ;) u sound like u know sooooooo much!

[Enneirda.]

Ok, may as well enter in... :P


I'm 20 years of age, female, got boring brown hair but sharp green eyes. I'm a bit of a introvert, and am shy and insecure (my words go wonky when tense. Doesn't help my bravery...) with those I don't know but a little forceful and argumentative (mostly in good fun) with people in my very small circle. I'm not a girly girl, never been into clothes, boys, babies or pink, and never really had a friend. I'm used to it now, not sure if that's good, or bad. I don't want kids, don't think the world needs more people -nor do I trust my rearing skills- and I got dogs, their better then a kid any day. ;) I love nature, but have a special bond with forests and water. I enjoy unusual music, and really like cameras. I love drawing, especially my dragon hybrid. (think greyhound x dragon in looks) My dogs are very important to me and get a lot of my time. I will be going into college soon, but it scares me a little. I tell myself I'll be fine -I tend to underestimate myself a lot, even though past achievement surpass what I thought I'd get- but it doesn't really work. I plan to move to a colder state when I can, and am looking to get a standard poodle and a job in the outdoors with either kids or dogs as the focus soon.

[wilfiboy]

Wow another very mature young woman, you do under estimate yourself your very knowlegable, have helped many on here and I think Shy'lo would think very highly of your rearing skills. Going to college is supposed to be a little scary initially but go with it and give it your all and embrace the fact that your not a run of the mill "pink" girl, I think you have loads going for you, you sound great and I could be slightly envious of alll the opportunities and possibilities open to . Good luck in all you set your mind to x

[kendal]

hehe didnt know i was older than you lol. lol i dont even like pink on my dogs and always been more of a tomboy lol what is it you going to college to do? bet youl love it

[wilfiboy]

A girl after your own heart eh Kendal x

[parapluie]

College is so fantastic, you'll love it. So much open to you at that point. Much different than your life before.

[lady amanda]

I loved getting away to College....I was so scared at first...I came to a different city too, But I eneded up meeting my husband and loving the new city so much I stayed ;) I am 28 today. :(
Do what you love and you will be happy

[wilfiboy]

Happy birthday Amanda... I dreaded 28 it was getting too close to 30, although then 29 and 30 were fine and 40 bla bal .. surprised i can remember x

[lady amanda]

LOL I am having a hidious time with 28!!! I told my husband I wanted to stop growing up! hahaha....life gets too serious sometimes...time for a little fun!!
Thanks Karen!!

[embee]

Happy Birthday Amanda - oh my, you're all so young on here I'm starting feel positively ancient :(

[Dylansmum]

oh my, you're all so young on here I'm starting feel positively ancient :(

Not all - I'm 55 and my hubby gets his pension soon :D

[Kel]

Happy Birthday, Amanda :)

[lady amanda]

lol! thanks for the birthday wishes guys!!! :)

[parapluie]

Happy birthday!! I totally understand what you mean about stopping growing up. I turned 25 this year and there's no turning back now! ahaha. Yikes, adulthood...
I also agree with going somewhere else for college and it being so great. I'm from Massachusetts but went to Wisconsin for college (about 1,000 miles away) to get a feel for another part of the country and break out on my own. It only goes up from here in finding out who you are, etc.

[wilfiboy]

Here, here Lia. Im with you Mandy, Helen I hope you're going to help him spend it lol.As much as i say i hated turning 28 ... thats how old i always say I feel and I say I used to be 28 you know lol... so I must have an affiliation with it. Are you doing anything good Amanda?

[Dylansmum]

I had no problem with turning 30 or even 40, but the big 50 was a bit more traumatic. I divorced when I was turning 49 which I think is quite common - it's a kind of milestone that makes women re-assess their lives and relationships. It's like you don't want to turn 50 in a bad relationship!! So in the end I celebrated it at Sandals in Jamaica with my lovely new hubby! Now I'm trying to think of a good way to celebrate his 65th - won't be retirement, that's for sure - he's working harder than he's ever done!

[wilfiboy]

Sounds like a fab change and a great way to celebrate. ..I thought of you today when I was in a lovely shop that was showcasing a load jewellery by different artists, it was all lovely.

[lady amanda]

Jamaica sounds nice!!
We are having some friends over for drinks and appis tonight...nothing big,,,,but on the weekend my husband is taking me to an indoor carnival type thing...since I said I didn't want to grow up anymore he wanted to give me a kids birthday ;) it's cute, and should be fun

[wilfiboy]

sounds fab what a great idea... thoughtful hubby ... enjoy your week end x

[lady amanda]

Thanks!! I hope you all do too!!!

[Enneirda.]

I got so busy I forgot to check for replies, sorry guys. Better late then never I suppose?

Your right Karen, I just got to figure that out lol. Thanks. :)

I don't know that I want to do yet kendal. For the moment I'm going for a associate's or a bachelor, I'll be taking classes that are general for any job, so will be able to switch if something interests me.

That's half the problem Lia, the new-ness! lol. I think I'll live though, once I realize that it isn't that bad.

Thank you Amanda. :D

[Tressa]

Not all - I'm 55 and my hubby gets his pension soon :D

and I have had mine for 10 years:D

[wilfiboy]

and I have had mine for 10 years:D

and enjoying every minute of it I hope x

[Tressa]

Absolutely - even better since we got Teddy! He makes me smile a lot more.

[COCKERMUM]

Hi
I am 51 and live in merseyside. I work 3 days a week as a nurse manager of a care home for people with mental health problems.
I worked in the NHS for 30 years.
I have a holiday home in Bamburgh Northumberland and spend a lot of time up there.
I love walking and watching wildlife.
I am married and have 3 cats called Barcardi, coke, & socks.
I have had a lurcher for the past 14 years who I lost last year. Never can replace him. But decided to get a cockapoo after a lot of research, and pick up my little girl in 5 days terrified been a very long time since there has been a puppy around the place and 3 cats who are twice the size of her.

[Dylansmum]

Hi

I have had a lurcher for the past 14 years who I lost last year. Never can replace him. But decided to get a cockapoo after a lot of research, and pick up my little girl in 5 days terrified been a very long time since there has been a puppy around the place and 3 cats who are twice the size of her.

I had a cavalier from puppy to age 17, so I know how you feel about going back to the puppy stage. I actually got a 1 year old rescue dog first, but that didn't work out, so I eventually decided on a cockapoo puppy and I'm really glad I did. It doesn't take too long for them to settle in, bond and adapt to the family. I'm sure she'll learn to steer clear of the cats and they'll probably be boss. Good luck x

[wilfiboy]

Hi Jane, Im RNMH so possibly similar backgrounds. You can never replace a dog but I can see how you'd miss one being around .. good luck with your new baby your home in Northumberland sounds perfect x

[Jedicrazy]

What a fantastic thread, great getting to read about about you all and a few suprises too! :)

I'm Clare, I'm 41, separated and have two children. My son is 6 and he has ASD (Autistic Spectrum Disorder) and ADHD and my daughter is 3 yrs, so it's pretty chaotic in my house most of the time. I've been full time at home since the kids were born but in my 'previous life' I managed the development and marketing of internet based products for a big ISP. A different world from what I do now but much easier! Who knew being a parent was such hard work?! The children go to Dad's every other weekend so that's my R&R time. It's also a major reason why I decided to get Obi, he is such wonderful company when the kids are away. He really is my dog, not the kids. My new baby, bless. I'm planning on returning to work (hopefully from home or part-time) once my youngest is at school.

[weez74]

Hi Clare, nice to meet you in a bit more detail! My husband goes away a lot and that was part of the reason for getting Rosie. It's so nice to have a dog in the house when you're at home alone (I always have the kids, but the evenings are very quiet!).

[flounder_1]

Hi I'm Janet. I'm 38, married with 2 children (daughter 12 and son 8) I'm an early years professional and work part time, 2 days a week, at a nearby infant school. I've never owned a dog before (we've had cats, guinea pigs and hamsters) so this is all new to me!

We are all a bit computer crazy in our house - husbands in IT so it's his hobby as well as job. We decided to get a dog to encourage us to all get out of he house more and get some fresh air and exersise.

[Dylansmum]

We are all a bit computer crazy in our house - husbands in IT so it's his hobby as well as job. We decided to get a dog to encourage us to all get out of he house more and get some fresh air and exersise.

Oops - maybe cockapoo forums are slightly counter-productive towards this aim :D

[wilfiboy]

Hi Clare and Janet... nice to "meet" you both... love the "in a previous life" thats frequent quote of mine along with "in the olden days " and " a hundred years ago" all said tongue in cheek but certainly captures how you feel lol x

[Jedicrazy]

Hi Clare and Janet... nice to "meet" you both... love the "in a previous life" thats frequent quote of mine along with "in the olden days " and " a hundred years ago" all said tongue in cheek but certainly captures how you feel lol x

Lol. It's funny how you go through phases in life and have an associated identity. I was Clare the career woman, then Clare the wife and SAHM and now Clare, Obi's Mum. I think I'll add 'and Trainer' so I feel more important. ;)

[Newbie]

Oh dear...I'm meant to be working and have just spent far too long reading all 13 pages of this thread! But very nice to get to know everyone!!

I'm 34, married to my best, best friend and still get the giddy feeling with him that I did 10 years ago when we met. No kids (yet!). We worked in London for a long time, but made the decision to move out to the countryside (in between Brighton and London) so we could have more space and get a dog (not really room in a one bedroom flat in London with no garden!). I quit my job in order to get a puppy and am currently doing consultancy work and studying from home (not getting as much done as I should with Noodle constantly wanting to play or sit on my laptop and lick my face - oh, and continually checking in on the forum!). Both my husband and I work in the travel industry and have spent the last 13 years since leaving university on lots of work jollies, travelling round the world, including a year travelling round Asia, Australia and New Zealand a couple of years ago, but have now decided it's time to settle down a bit.

[weez74]

Hi Newbie, nice to meet you properly too! I may have missed it on an earlier post, but what's your name? Or perhaps it actually is Newbie and I've just made an awful social faux pas!

[embee]

Lol. It's funny how you go through phases in life and have an associated identity. I was Clare the career woman, then Clare the wife and SAHM and now Clare, Obi's Mum. I think I'll add 'and Trainer' so I feel more important. ;)

Had to google SAHM to see what you 'were' :o

[Dylansmum]

Had to google SAHM to see what you 'were' :o

So did I! I'm just too old for forums :(

[lady amanda]

Me too....it's not an age thing ladies...lol

[caradunne]

Had to google SAHM to see what you 'were' :o

Sexy And Hot Mamma!

[Evie Wilson]

The letters? Like, what I am certified for? I hope this helps. lol I am a Registered Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, Electrocardiogram Tech (I prep patients for heart surgery), Medical Technician, I pass put pills and take care of the elderly and take care of the dying, and a preschool teacher, I know you know what that means! lol

And as far as my tattoos. I would have to take pictures. And we should make a tattoo thread. I wonder who else has them...

I have a tattoo! just the one at the moment on my foot. but would love more. its true what people say, they are addictive!

So im Becky, im 24, still living at home but about to go travelling for a couple of months (trying not to think about leaving my little Evie behind) so im giving up my currentl job as a receptionist and am hoping to get a job in Events when i get back, iv got a couple of interviews set up.
At the moment Evie takes up most of my time, but i do enjoy going out for nice meals, and generally just eating nice food!

[Evie Wilson]

Oh dear...I'm meant to be working and have just spent far too long reading all 13 pages of this thread! But very nice to get to know everyone!!

I'm 34, married to my best, best friend and still get the giddy feeling with him that I did 10 years ago when we met. No kids (yet!). We worked in London for a long time, but made the decision to move out to the countryside (in between Brighton and London) so we could have more space and get a dog (not really room in a one bedroom flat in London with no garden!). I quit my job in order to get a puppy and am currently doing consultancy work and studying from home (not getting as much done as I should with Noodle constantly wanting to play or sit on my laptop and lick my face - oh, and continually checking in on the forum!). Both my husband and I work in the travel industry and have spent the last 13 years since leaving university on lots of work jollies, travelling round the world, including a year travelling round Asia, Australia and New Zealand a couple of years ago, but have now decided it's time to settle down a bit.


Where is Asia did you travel, im going in 4 weeks to Thailand, planning on going to Cambodia Laos and Vietnam too, is there anywhere you would recommend visiting or staying away from?
This thread is so interesting!!

[Jedicrazy]

Sexy And Hot Mamma!

I like it!

[wilfiboy]

Good for you Becky enjoy x

[strof51]

Here goes.

I am 60 years old. My job is end of line electrical technician for a electric vehicle manufacturer. My wife is Maureen, she is a training officer. We have known each other for 43 years and will have been married for 39 years later on this year.
We have 3 children Clare 35, Mark 34, and Craig 25.
Clare and her partner Dan Have 3 children. Ben 12, Emily 4, and Alfie 2, they run their own PR. company.
Mark is married to Kristina and have 2 children Iyla 3 and Mia 5 months. Mark works for a mobile phone company and Kristina runs their bed and breakfast in Northumberland.
Craig has just returned home from the army, he was in the Coldstream Guards. Unfortunately he was injured in training and has been medically discharged. But after intensive physio he is on the way back to fitness and intends to re-enlist.

I have always been an outdoor type, spending my teen years in the hills walking, running, and climbing. I've also competed in Judo ( I had my black belt at 16 years old), fencing, clay pigeon shooting, ran in the first 10 Great North Runs and competed with my dogs at obedience and agility, and now with Poppy at Flyball.
The years of physically punishing my body have taken their toll and I now only walk. We would trade siting on a beach in the sun for a long walk in the rain with the dogs.

PS I have got tattoos.

[francesjl]

I'm 45, married and have 4 sons aged,26,19,18 and 14 !
I work part time as a Teaching Assistant in a primary school, hubby works for a food manufacturer and travels quite a bit.
Eldest son not at home, the others are !
We have had dogs since we married, in fact we got Barney, a collie cross on our honeymoon from a rescue centre !
Have had varoius rabbits, guinea pigs and hamsters thru the years. Had 3 previous dogs, Barney, Scooby, a heinz 57 rescue dog and Charlie, a cocker spaniel.
Now obviously Rascal and Scamp and Kizzy the cat ! Oh and Peter rabbit as well.
When Charlie died we had a 6mth dog free break and it was my youngest son who nagged for a dog, and as he rightly pointed out he was a baby when Charlie was little so couldn't remember having a puppy.
He was having some bullying issues at school so we decided to get Rascal as a surprise for his birthday 2 yrs ago. His face was a picture, we didn't say a word, took him to the breeders on the day to collect Rascal ! :) I had visited before with my elder son to choose him so we both had to keep quiet. I spent the time buying things in secret and knitting little blankets whuch I said were for the cat :D
Anyway he we are nearly 2 yrs later with Rascal and his half brother Scamp :D

[francesjl]

Oh yes - I have 3 tattoos !! :D

[wilfiboy]

Nice to meet you Frances and Colin and know a little more about you both x x

[wilfiboy]

I think we should start a tattoo thread and get some pictures up .... a chicken wing for most impressive piece of art x

[lady amanda]

do you have one to post first Karen???

[wilfiboy]

Been at tatoo parlour today ....... but just while my daughter had her ear pierced !!! No not me not that adventurous and even if I had you know how good I am at posting pics you'd never get to see it lol x

[JulesB]

Don't actually think I have introduced myself in here!

I am Julie but answer mostly to Jules! I am 30 something (trying to pretend I am still a 20 something!!) and live on my own in Windsor. I have lived in this area for 16 years and eventually managed to buy a flat in Windsor 4 years ago and love the fact I can walk to most places now as I am 5min walk from the centre of town (and can see the Castle from my flat!). I work in the Construction industry and look after environment and quality (previously also looked after health & safety too) but it's been a funny old year as the company I worked for went bust in November, but I was lucky enough to get a new job virtually straight away. I've also been a fitness instructor for 8 years but had to give that up 3 years ago when my last job got a lot busier as I was travelling more. But as the job settled I thought about getting a dog and jsut before I got her last year I ran a half marathon. Now I am trying to get back into my fitness as since having Betty I walk a lot more but do less full on exercise so been pushing myself the last couple of weeks and am now back going to Pilates (there is a Pilates gym nearby that has the Pilates machines which I am sure are actually torture machines!!) and running a couple of times a week and loving back being a bit more active.

I'd never had a dog before I got Betty but decided it would be good for me as not only is she company, but she gets me out of the house and i've met so many lovely people since having her. My parents were a bit dubious about me getting a dog as they thought I would struggle having her but the irony is my parents now ADORE Betty (so much so that they sort of share her with me and have her for a couple of weeks at a time every now and then as she has got them out walking yet they don't really want a dog of their own). My parents make me laugh as when I am staying at theirs with Betty, in the morning when Betty has been out into the garden for the toilet and my mum is making a cup of tea, Betty comes into the kitchen to see her and my mum says o her "go and find Grandad!" so Betty is now their Grandpup!!!

I think that's about it!! Oh and I have 2 tattoo's!!!

[lady amanda]

2 tattoos! lol maybe we will have to start a thread...I just have one.

Karen, you are right we would never see it...you could have fibbed....no one would have known ;)

Jules, very cute about your mum!

[wilfiboy]

I've got a massive red,yellow and black chinese dragon twisting its way all down my back. :proud:

[embee]

I've got a massive red,yellow and black chinese dragon twisting its way all down my back. :proud:

:eek: Won't believe it until you post a picture.

[Mez-UK]

47, divorced two children a son Luke 24 and a daughter Lucy 18 ( which she chooses to spell Lucie!!she is lucky to make it to that milestone fights all the way!! :mad:) Deaf, had four back operations including one with pins and plates :( not working due to ill health wich gets me down! but so much happier now I have my little buddy Harley.........have no excuse not to leave home (which was happening) so he has really helped.

[Salfordnurse]

Aside from cockapoos...let me see, I like playing the Piano, doing card magic/slight of hand, I'm a nurse, used to work in ICU but had an injury and was forced to leave, moved into Public Health (Not really keen but it's a job) and as most probably know suffer quite badly from anxiety and depression so off work at the moment. had a short walk( about 300 meters the other day with poppy, felt nervous but managed it. having her with me gave me some confidence. (tried it on my own later but couldn't do it :(

any way heres my youtube channel if you can bare to watch my magic and piano playing!!!

http://www.youtube.com/user/salfordnurse

[Sarette]

Gosh where to start!

I'm Sarah, I was born in Braintree, Essex. I have 1 sister who is 3.5 years younger than me, she's now married with a child, but she's still my baby sister. Both my Grandads died before I was born, and one of my Nannas when I was just 4. My other Nanna is going strong though, although she insists on falling over most winters and scaring the hell out of us!!

I used to work as an Entertainment Manager (managed the music, film and games section and the entire store if needed) in Woolworths, after doing my work experience there for school.

I'm now 31, and I've been married to my best friend James, for 9 years in July. We met online on Yahoo Messenger, 10 years ago on 26th May. He'd come across my profile and sent me a message because I listed that I worked in Witham, which was a town that his train went though every day on his way to work. When the message window popped up, I very nearly closed the box and ignored him, but something (fate?!) stopped me.. I looked at his profile and noticed a quote on there from the film Airplane, which I also liked, so I replied back, and the rest is history! Now, 10 years on, we live in Hadleigh, Suffolk and we have 3 wonderful children. Ellie is 8, Harrison (Harry) is 5 and Oscar is almost 6 months. They were all born in December, as was I. My husband also has a 12 year old son called Tom. We have a 350 litre tropical fish tank and 3 guinea pigs called Nutmeg, Rosie (Rosemary) and Peppa.

I have hayfever, asthma and grass and furry animal allergies. I had a beautiful golden labrador (Ben) when I was a child, but we ended up having to rehome him as my Mum and I both turned out to be allergic to him. He used to shed *loads*. I was devestated when he left us, but luckily he moved 2 doors down, into one of my best friends house, so I still saw him. In fact he only ever really listened to 2 people, my friend, and myself! he was a very energetic thing, very lively and playful. My husband grew up with dogs. They had labradors also, and even bred from their bitch once, which he has fond memories of (I've told him not to get any ideas!).

He's wanted us to have a dog for years, but I've always been a bit wary. However, upon doing some research last year, we discovered the Cockapoos, and were pretty smitten. I also looked into Cavapoos, but their possible health problems and slightly smaller size put me off. My sister has a Pugalier called Doug, and my kids adore him, well they do now, they used to be scared stiff of him! He's not been particularly well trained, and as she and her Hubby work full time, he's not got the constant company that he craves, so goes mental when he sees anyone... Anyway, my hubby works from home as a computer programming guru, and earns a decent wage, so I do not have to work, and probably won't have to again, at least whilst the children are young anyway! We feel that a dog would fit in well with our family, and that we can give it the love, attention and training that it needs to thrive. We are on the Jukee Doodles waiting list, and hope to bring our new pup home at the end of August, so camping trips and what not is all out the way!

As I already mentioned on another thread, I have a chinese symbol tattooed on my left ankle! I love nail polish, and have over 200 different ones now (I am too scared to count them all haha). I love make up and usually clothes, but need to go on a diet!! I also love watching sci fi shows, reading about vampires (amongst other things lol), going to the cinema, walking, the coast, eating out, playing with the kiddies, talking to my online friends.. I love technology, and trying new things. I'm pretty shy, that is until you get to know me (!), and I tend to talk faster than my brain processes the words that I should be saying, so I end up making up new words and making no sense at times!!

I think that must be it... Ooh, I'm getting my eyes lasered tomorrow morning! Eeek!!

Sarah xx

[Salfordnurse]

For some reason my YouTube links disappeared from my above post just edited it to include it

[embee]

Ooh, I'm getting my eyes lasered tomorrow morning! Eeek!!

I had my eyes lasered 2 years ago and it was one of the best things I've ever done. I got a real kick out of walking into TK Maxx and buying a bargain pair of designer sunglasses afterwards.

[Salfordnurse]

I'm a vain coward, I still wear the sunglasses, and just put up with not being able to see.

[wilfiboy]

Glad to see these pups are managing to get people out and about... they re great for keeping everyone feeling tip top x