tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-43061251907468547752024-02-20T14:23:53.754-05:00Fritz's FriendsFritz Carlson gives you a "dog's eye view" of Anna Maria Island.Fritzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13984066589824589287noreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4306125190746854775.post-80873180296297173562011-07-10T18:07:00.000-04:002011-07-10T18:07:01.957-04:00A Dog-gone Parade<div style="text-align: center;"></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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</tbody></table><div style="text-align: left;">Hey Friends, what did you do on the 4th of July? </div>I had a fantastic time at the Anna Maria Annual Parade. Mom and I love when the parade participants throw beads from their floats. I needed a little fashion update, so this year, I decided to wear beads along with my usual red, white and blue neck scarf. What do you think? Lookin' good, huh?<br />
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The Privateers led the parade up Gulf Drive in their pirate ship, Skullywag. And, I'm so proud of myself. I didn't jump when they blew off their cannon! It always comes as a surprise, but this year I was ready!!!<br />
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Speaking of BIG, our friend, Cheryl, brought a Big chair for us to relax in while we watched the parade.<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;"> <span style="font-size: x-large;"><i>Happy 4th of July everyone! </i></span></div><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;">An incredible amount of wildlife call Anna Maria their home. Some of my friends are sea turtles who come ashore at this time of year to lay their eggs on the beaches. The hatching usually takes place in the dark around the end of October into November. It warms my doggie heart to see the little turtle hatchlings enter the water for their first big swim. </div><br />
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Right now, in the first week of June, my skimmer friends are congregating in a protected area on the beach to lay their nests. I saw several manatee close to shore on Monday. And, of course, my blue heron friends come right up to our back door looking for a treat. Sometimes my Mom will toss them a shrimp. <br />
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I love watching the gulls, sandpipers, royal terns and plovers gently flying over the shallow water looking for little fish for dinner. <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My friend, Mark Alonso and I often go out canoeing to find my sea bird friends.</td></tr>
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And, of course, my dolphin friends come by to visit often. They swim so close to the beach I can see their fins as they feed and play. <br />
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This is a wonderful place for a nature lover like me. <br />
Its a doggone good life!Fritzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13984066589824589287noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4306125190746854775.post-28028987410416139632011-05-18T06:50:00.024-04:002011-05-18T07:13:30.056-04:00A "Howling" Good Time!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6LKdHCH9r4MBaKg-QzXoyboGAIsxwFxKVVRFiRjM1ettMpaPrF1XsCe93sGAybwgaoxqIHxegXJB0vuHUR3AYG2EBr76iuc9Yx9KLoFXNy9glqBEycUYjEnxQkOYwukuQYHeyNGEnyz4/s1600/fireworks.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6LKdHCH9r4MBaKg-QzXoyboGAIsxwFxKVVRFiRjM1ettMpaPrF1XsCe93sGAybwgaoxqIHxegXJB0vuHUR3AYG2EBr76iuc9Yx9KLoFXNy9glqBEycUYjEnxQkOYwukuQYHeyNGEnyz4/s1600/fireworks.jpg" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Not sure if I mentioned it before, but I'm not a big fan of fireworks. It's the surprise "bang!" that gets me every time. But..... I have to say, this past Saturday night, my hometown, Anna Maria, had a big celebration for the 100th anniversary of the City Pier. At 9:00 PM there was a fantastic fireworks display over the water. </span><br />
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</tbody></table><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Hundreds of people showed up for the celebration which actually started the evening before with a parade! During the day on Saturday, Pine Avenue was closed and lined with food, wine and art tents. I had some goooood food! Loved the art. And, even had a little wine!</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-size: small;">"Biology is the least of what makes someone a mother."</span></i><span style="font-size: xx-small;">Oprah</span></td></tr>
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Is it patience? compassion? Ever available treats? </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Or is it in her heart? </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">My Mom has a child who walks on four paws </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">and is a bit hairier than others! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">She loves me unconditionally every single day. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">She sits up all night soothing me when I'm sick. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">She wipes up my mess without a complaint, </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">(and I'm very messy!)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8fRPF5HUsODj_lrYE6OsR0_fbKigPrGkDFrXGo5_bB60DXvR6i6HS5z55Y85XEVTypZV8y7RlXRFKe5yRjOh1WqMFv8S0wpBgPVsNfAe7wOODr47geTJih_d4iqKms80NrKANiqtyS8w/s1600/fritzlove.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="280" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8fRPF5HUsODj_lrYE6OsR0_fbKigPrGkDFrXGo5_bB60DXvR6i6HS5z55Y85XEVTypZV8y7RlXRFKe5yRjOh1WqMFv8S0wpBgPVsNfAe7wOODr47geTJih_d4iqKms80NrKANiqtyS8w/s320/fritzlove.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Mom brings me special treats, </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">and takes me with her almost everywhere she goes.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">There is no dog in the world who is loved more than me. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: large;"> A couple of weeks ago, I had to have surgery for a torn ligament that I'd gotten who knows when, and how! :-)</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Our neighbor, Heidi Goss, from across the street on Pine Avenue is a veterinarian, and she saw me hobbling around and asked my Mom, "<i>What's wrong with Fritz?</i>" She examined my leg and said immediately it was a torn ACL and told my mom to take me up to her classmate, who is a board certified surgeon, in Largo. <br />
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Well, for those of us who never get off the island, that was a big excursion! Mom and I, with the help of navigators, Gina and her daughter, Rachel, finally found our way to the clinic about an hour north of the island.</span> </span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><br />
The doctor, Matt Oakes, examined me and said, "That's an ACL. It's very common in big dogs and very fixable." Mom picked the best type of surgery for me (aren't I a LUCKY dog??), and I had it the next day! </span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: large;"></span> </span><br />
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</tbody></table><span style="font-size: large;">So, I had the surgery two weeks ago, now, and I'm already healing and hobbling just a little bit now! I was treated so well and just love all the people who took such good care of me. </span></div><div><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">Here I am with one of my favorite staff:</span><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgm29mVT7OMV804OsLnTs58TW41FfJgGAdcb46yNaD15eg6ye2k5SBhHjgBNdOXpCAQ7lImXelLMjqvZcYvLHE-ry9LXL1sOkx2kcJkFqOLk0ywXl9BrOSYQUz-S3mUo9lU9e9crBFi0Lw/s1600/fritztechnician.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgm29mVT7OMV804OsLnTs58TW41FfJgGAdcb46yNaD15eg6ye2k5SBhHjgBNdOXpCAQ7lImXelLMjqvZcYvLHE-ry9LXL1sOkx2kcJkFqOLk0ywXl9BrOSYQUz-S3mUo9lU9e9crBFi0Lw/s1600/fritztechnician.png" /></a></div><div><span style="font-size: small;"></span></div><div><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: large;">They told my mom it will take four months to recover fully, but just two months of being careful with my leg. That's hard for an active dog like me!! I'm always hopping in and out of the car, and following my Mom wherever she goes!</span><br />
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</span></div><div></div><div></div><div><span style="font-size: small;"><b><span style="color: black; font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">INFO on ACL injuries: </span> </span></b></span><span style="font-size: small;"><b><span style="color: black; font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"> </span></b></span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">It is very common in both humans and dogs! You Tube has more graphic videos, but this one explains it well enough!</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><object class="BLOGGER-youtube-video" classid="clsid:D27CDB6E-AE6D-11cf-96B8-444553540000" codebase="http://download.macromedia.com/pub/shockwave/cabs/flash/swflash.cab#version=6,0,40,0" data-thumbnail-src="http://1.gvt0.com/vi/9jg9E2nBt_E/0.jpg" height="266" width="320"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/9jg9E2nBt_E&fs=1&source=uds" /><param name="bgcolor" value="#FFFFFF" /><embed width="320" height="266" src="http://www.youtube.com/v/9jg9E2nBt_E&fs=1&source=uds" type="application/x-shockwave-flash"></embed></object></div><div><span style="font-size: small;"><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">An Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) injury is a tear in one of the knee ligaments that joins the upper leg bone with the lower leg bone. The ACL keeps the knee stable. <br />
</span></span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;">Fritz says, "No wonder I was limping!!!" <br />
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The most common surgery for this involves putting something almost like a "fishing line" in to tie the joints together. The surgery Fritz had, though, is called TPLO, or Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy, and it is a newer, unique method of treatment of cranial cruciate ligament disease in dogs. An actual plate is put in, which decreases the slope of the tibial joint surface so there is little or no cranial force on the proximal tibia during weightbearing. The muscles then have a greater mechanical advantage and become stronger.<br />
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The doctor told Fritz he'd recover fully in 8 weeks. It's only been a little over 2 weeks, and he's already doing better!</span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSFB81Jhukicupo5Ky5d91sqJM1eULLwTJtcpLhpYO1nKQSSxoZpJjY5Lw7Jo8MsoSFJ4gTMx6MnimECGiTLE1lvM49vB0j2abo7ZvEKjvP6W81Iuvt4QtGBLVB8Sn751abUFNNwsJtwg/s1600/fritzatvet1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSFB81Jhukicupo5Ky5d91sqJM1eULLwTJtcpLhpYO1nKQSSxoZpJjY5Lw7Jo8MsoSFJ4gTMx6MnimECGiTLE1lvM49vB0j2abo7ZvEKjvP6W81Iuvt4QtGBLVB8Sn751abUFNNwsJtwg/s1600/fritzatvet1.jpg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br />
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</span></div></div>Fritzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13984066589824589287noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4306125190746854775.post-10790901906325741602011-04-26T20:34:00.001-04:002011-04-26T20:35:36.600-04:00Anna Maria Island - Every Day is a Holiday<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><span style="font-size: large;">As I was searching through my iphone for photos to post on this blog, I realized that I have quite a few fun pics of me during the holidays. <a href="http://www.anislandplace.com/">Anna Maria Islanders</a> celebrate any chance we get. I think you'll love my outfits. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">4th of July will be here before we know it. I'm ready, are you?</span><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">Of course, Mom and I have our matching St. Patrick's Day outfits. Here we are at the parade.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi11Jf_ztO1yRHl73yammBCVnvdPfKC5Fm4IA309o8ZuDHS7qXxSVbHKyzJnMnAwkbaoMNy3ltMF3ZXxitshWQE1WOpF3IsSyVIL3W1KOAmQI3yEcRn8wZJmN5_0TZ8g9E7O3ua3EPsKxc/s1600/st.pat+copy+2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi11Jf_ztO1yRHl73yammBCVnvdPfKC5Fm4IA309o8ZuDHS7qXxSVbHKyzJnMnAwkbaoMNy3ltMF3ZXxitshWQE1WOpF3IsSyVIL3W1KOAmQI3yEcRn8wZJmN5_0TZ8g9E7O3ua3EPsKxc/s320/st.pat+copy+2.jpg" width="264" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><span style="font-size: large;">Then, of course, there's Christmas. Mom is really into the details!</span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;">The Holiday Parade. This is one of my more elaborate costumes.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Actually, I'm up for anything. In this picture, Mom and I are with Rachel and her dog, Pierre, at the Annual Dog Show. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Look closely at my ...... well, just look. You'll see why I won a ribbon!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Well, these are the photos I've found so far. I'll keep looking for more and post them later.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Don't forget to send me your pictures. And, please sign up as a blog follower. You won't want to miss a thing! </span><span style="font-size: large;">See you soon! </span><br />
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</span>Fritzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13984066589824589287noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4306125190746854775.post-44021037272119119572011-04-23T17:11:00.002-04:002011-04-26T18:34:32.410-04:00On the Go....<span style="font-size: large;">I know I have a reputation for lounging, but actually, most days I'm on the go. I love traveling around the island with my friends. Anna Maria Island is bustling with things to do and places to go and people to see.</span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;">And, there are just as many different kinds of transportation as there are places to go. Just to give you an idea of some of the fun we have each day, I thought you'd like to see some pics.</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: small;">Here I am with my Mom, Sue.</span></b></td></tr>
</tbody></table><span style="font-size: large;">Sometimes, I drive myself. I like the four-wheeled vehicles best. </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">This pic was taken around Christmas time, as you can see. </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">Beautiful blue sky, palm trees......does it get any better than this?</span><br />
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</tbody></table><span style="font-size: large;">4th of July with Sue and our friend, Ed Kennedy.</span><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">Here I am with Mom in the <a href="http://www.anislandplace.com/">An Island Place Realty</a> vehicle</span>. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgr8gaIiuzpOv05LILrN5AeT82a7OjAnBsA8-J5B0MXsjcj5p2vMsw0kjc_iVh9U0FtSc4YmO78VWh-iWJk9F-OiZ40HxA6daU4CPkU0-3-gUNxqph5Nx-6aMkJ3XxJ3hq-rhVyxtKIAqY/s1600/suefritz.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="292" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgr8gaIiuzpOv05LILrN5AeT82a7OjAnBsA8-J5B0MXsjcj5p2vMsw0kjc_iVh9U0FtSc4YmO78VWh-iWJk9F-OiZ40HxA6daU4CPkU0-3-gUNxqph5Nx-6aMkJ3XxJ3hq-rhVyxtKIAqY/s320/suefritz.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">Just parking and lounging. I've got it down!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEix9CWw_iYQsLzZ_bda2nGu6Md8bfZj_24U-4ax0MeEvMZtoMGgT9wh3lGIfWWqrIz3sTdcO1_wcVaVYJ_wAP3BBAlbV-wn8en2hb5oq1_rYBAVypuAR95K4FU3OOtISM3cZavVsF2eA00/s1600/solo.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="289" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEix9CWw_iYQsLzZ_bda2nGu6Md8bfZj_24U-4ax0MeEvMZtoMGgT9wh3lGIfWWqrIz3sTdcO1_wcVaVYJ_wAP3BBAlbV-wn8en2hb5oq1_rYBAVypuAR95K4FU3OOtISM3cZavVsF2eA00/s320/solo.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">My good friend, Mark Alonso, created this wild ride for me. </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">We love cruising around the island. Everyone knows us. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicbcgbd0kSAltJ9qZxhGnupq3XRdMYAQuSwhTK2hrg2xDzrR3eM5e6aYBGYXQ0G6zoJm9y6r6koy9SnC10vHKMGEiAkvzrjelVqy0grjPvBqH3gUNLD-RnU9iKLhGEhNiR_EdEe9EUfXY/s1600/fritzmarkcart.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="235" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicbcgbd0kSAltJ9qZxhGnupq3XRdMYAQuSwhTK2hrg2xDzrR3eM5e6aYBGYXQ0G6zoJm9y6r6koy9SnC10vHKMGEiAkvzrjelVqy0grjPvBqH3gUNLD-RnU9iKLhGEhNiR_EdEe9EUfXY/s320/fritzmarkcart.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">I think one of my favorite rides is in my Mom's Volvo. </span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;">She won't let me drive, but I love hanging my head out of the passenger side window. Have you ever done that? What a rush!</span></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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</tbody></table>Fritzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13984066589824589287noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4306125190746854775.post-66723879111750716952011-04-23T09:50:00.039-04:002011-04-26T11:52:05.784-04:00Friends Forever<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="quotes"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><i>A dog is the only being on this earth that loves you more than he loves himself. </i></span></div><div class="authors" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">Henry Wheeler Shaw </span></div><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheRkVVJjrV0-gnZzplH0rm4rkU8EQCeXtVqknhl2t5Oc55XlFCWg566aXYMpbM4ja84A_qVxNreKri5f8IRWy1_yE6PB-4sgDDI0Vq6RGKPCj0icNIj7GbCFfwcKbYJVeVZ2GehGFjhzo/s1600/fritz+and+sue.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheRkVVJjrV0-gnZzplH0rm4rkU8EQCeXtVqknhl2t5Oc55XlFCWg566aXYMpbM4ja84A_qVxNreKri5f8IRWy1_yE6PB-4sgDDI0Vq6RGKPCj0icNIj7GbCFfwcKbYJVeVZ2GehGFjhzo/s1600/fritz+and+sue.jpg" /></a></div><span style="font-size: large;">I am one of the luckiest dogs on earth. I am so blessed with many friends. Of course, my best friend is my Mom. She loves me more than anyone. We've had so many wonderful adventures together and lots of hugs and laughs.</span><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuyj1Zvm2Op7T9S4oxG86XwvUr27hs4TcbUKC8aBK19LWxgconwXPbXev8eWftNXs52eThgWIFdXD61CT16xjn0Q4zS77ZjfB-7Qv1ghpH5qHc60sgMzVyOPstpLjGqsmqISbyBoKh4wo/s320/Halloween09+003.JPG" width="320" /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuyj1Zvm2Op7T9S4oxG86XwvUr27hs4TcbUKC8aBK19LWxgconwXPbXev8eWftNXs52eThgWIFdXD61CT16xjn0Q4zS77ZjfB-7Qv1ghpH5qHc60sgMzVyOPstpLjGqsmqISbyBoKh4wo/s1600/Halloween09+003.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">Have I introduced you to another good friend, Mark Alonso? You'll see us driving around the streets of Anna Maria in our three-wheeler wearing matching scarves. We often stop to chat with neighbors and visitors. </span> <br />
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</tbody></table><span style="font-size: large;">Being an island dog, I have many opportunities to swim, boat, and play for hours in the water. </span><span style="font-size: large;">Recently, Mom and I spent a day cooling off at a little beach past <i>Galati's Yacht Marina. </i>We were in Bimini Bay on the northeast side of Anna Maria. When I'm not doing the doggy paddle, I'm checking out the yachts. I'm planning to own one someday soon! </span><br />
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</tbody></table><span style="font-size: large;">I'm a very strong swimmer and can stay afloat for long periods of time. Sometimes, I hang on to a float in case I have to rescue someone! </span><br />
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</tbody></table><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">Although I have a laid-back "island attitude," I do like to look my best everyday. Did I mention that I'm known for my extensive collection of neck scarves? Just a little color, and I'm ready for a day of lounging.</span></div></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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</tbody></table><span style="font-size: large;">You see.....scarves can even be wrapped in "other places." This is the one people love the most and a lot of laughing goes on when I walk around like this!</span><br />
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</tbody></table><span style="font-size: large;">I collect scarves for all occasions. Sometimes I wear them to the side, around the back or just casually hanging in front.</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b><i>Where's my Easter candy?</i></b></span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><b><i><span style="font-size: small;">I like the personalized look.</span></i></b></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><b><i><span style="font-size: small;">I'm very patriotic.</span></i></b></td></tr>
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</tbody></table><span style="font-size: large;">These are just a few of my favorites. How about you? Send me a picture of you in your favorite scarf and I'll post it here! </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Send jpegs to: <a href="mailto:islandfritzpics@gmail.com">Island Fritz Pics</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Looking forward to hearing from you!!!</span>Fritzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13984066589824589287noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4306125190746854775.post-71182329725698545062011-04-06T07:31:00.003-04:002011-04-26T11:43:45.107-04:00It's a Dog's Life<span style="font-size: large;">Welcome to my home. Anna Maria is a <b><i>Dog Lovin'</i></b> island. As you wander the streets, you'll come upon several of my four-legged friends walking their humans. Businesses are named after much beloved pets, such as Rudy's and Slim's, both on Gulf Drive. Several businesses leave water bowls out for us and business walls are covered with pictures of beloved tail-wagging friends.</span><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRSwiTosiLKM5Itvg3TdaRG8yzfrIb49GOa6GRhihqHNCQHN4IOtom3OdsOh7v63rWZkE4Nl5GD_yH-I3iE9CBopQ0vZQDLLr5WicN6gQ_O6FooLmfc3MkOH9u3rUzjDK1iunymEdscnc/s1600/anislandplacedog+copy.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="191" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRSwiTosiLKM5Itvg3TdaRG8yzfrIb49GOa6GRhihqHNCQHN4IOtom3OdsOh7v63rWZkE4Nl5GD_yH-I3iE9CBopQ0vZQDLLr5WicN6gQ_O6FooLmfc3MkOH9u3rUzjDK1iunymEdscnc/s320/anislandplacedog+copy.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: large;">Sometimes, I participate in parades and town activities, I love boating, and have even been known to ride on golf carts and three-wheeled bikes. (<i>I get the humans to do all the work while I sit back and enjoy!)</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"> I'm considered a sort of "<i>fashionista</i>" on the island. I have a large collection of scarves which I don depending on my mood. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjP3nlnN152uYeAxx2CAkExA2vt9rTnS3ZrgeENJaWfuKNxKyaMXxHHNw2liFtYRdYASy6brJHml9_ZheoNb4YeMrMm7l-7RL__wBDk4BqIES7IjRj6-9hoEm0QjGwof0ucTFBL0bRw7pc/s1600/fritzeaster+copy.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjP3nlnN152uYeAxx2CAkExA2vt9rTnS3ZrgeENJaWfuKNxKyaMXxHHNw2liFtYRdYASy6brJHml9_ZheoNb4YeMrMm7l-7RL__wBDk4BqIES7IjRj6-9hoEm0QjGwof0ucTFBL0bRw7pc/s1600/fritzeaster+copy.jpg" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: large;">You'll find that all of Anna Maria Island is pet-friendly. Many <a href="http://www.coastalcottagesami.com/">vacation home rentals</a> welcome us as guests. There are plenty of roads and paths to walk with your human. </span><br />
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</div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: large;">Julie and Sally, owners of <b>Rudy's,</b> sell homemade dog biscuits and will actually whip up a delicious, nutritious breakfast for you. Inside, you'll find a dog paw wall and visitor pet photos including Rudy and their three other rescue dogs. (<i>They serve delicious people food, too!)</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCn8kt_a8BBx-2Me-vmzJNSITMtBIElJbvM5Q8-UJSLVvfAjlfrOKIY1eAI2hjWkI46pnlcQszegYESVLp-n1h-B76J8Vr8_rUz1RHGyRIjFyaEKnjTRDeT16aeY9VL1f4yVPHBdgvvtM/s1600/Coastal+dogs.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCn8kt_a8BBx-2Me-vmzJNSITMtBIElJbvM5Q8-UJSLVvfAjlfrOKIY1eAI2hjWkI46pnlcQszegYESVLp-n1h-B76J8Vr8_rUz1RHGyRIjFyaEKnjTRDeT16aeY9VL1f4yVPHBdgvvtM/s1600/Coastal+dogs.jpg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">So, relax and enjoy Anna Maria Island. And, please stop by <a href="http://www.anislandplace.com/">An Island Place Realty</a> to say "hi" when you're on Pine Avenue. You’ve found the perfect vacation location!</span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: large;"><br />
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