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Happy Birthday, Toerag!
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Happy Birthday, Toerag! |
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Balladeer
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since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA 
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In celebration of Toerag's birthday today, I would like to give a little glimpse into his early childhood.....the least I can do for my friend! . Toe didn't have a normal childhood - not like you and me. His folks built him a doghouse and called it his nursery. It all worked out quite well but there was only one small hitch.. When Toe was near the dog they couldn't quite tell which was which!  Toerag was raised on Kennel Ration plus some Puppy Chow. He licked the bowl clean every night but please don't ask me how. The poor dog turned to skin and bones as Toerag got quite fat.. In order to survive the poor dog had to eat the cat!!!  But Toerag had a cunning brain. His instincts were quite good. He knew somewhere there had to be some real "people" food. He found the fridge, crawled in and then ate everything in sight And never touched dog food again, to Bowser's great delight!  When it came time to bathe him, he was just too hard to scrub. He always left a greasy ring around the bathroom tub. His folks then came up with a plan to get rid of his grime And wash the pots and pans and dishes, too, at the same time.  He had a knack for painting at a very early age. He couldn't stay within the lines or even on the page But he could paint his sister with a real master's touch (Although she said, in later years, she didn't like it much!)  So that's a small idea of how Toerag started out. It's clear to see why he is what he is, without a doubt. So pat him on the head and tell him "Good boy!" when you can Let's all pretend that Toe grew up to be a real man! |
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Balladeer
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since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Of course, Toerag DID grow up to be the handsome fellow we have all come to admire and enjoy..  Happy birthday, you old cur!  |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
Bark!...Bark bark!!!....growl etc.....and, I will lift my leg on you soon....!!!!...and, thanks for the birthday wishes..I think? |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
LOL... You even included a cat demise... just for that sailor? *G* But... either my calendar's wrong... or you're early? *S* That's okay... Toerag deserves being celebrated ALL THE TIME!!! *G* |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
 They moved Toerag to Michigan Dumped him in a lake by trees. Poor beast could not stand upright So he scrambled to his knees. Now, he became quite the legend, Toerag sightings were all the rage Was this a man, wild beast, or dog? Should we be putting him in a cage? Well, Toerag was soon on display Tourists came from afar to see. In Colon, Michigan he resides Ron Carnell, keeper of the key. Ron lets him out on April lst Each and every year. He runs around scaring folks Then they laugh and share a beer. Just so you know that this is true I've given you an internet link, Makes you wonder though doesn't it? Are Ron and Toe related? You think? Michigan Dogman I wouldn't lie to ya! HAPPY BIRTHDAY YOU OLD DOG YOU! |
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Balladeer
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since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
hmmmm...I got the date wrong? Well, April Fool's day would certainly be more appropriate, wouldn't it?  |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
There's still another day in March after today, Bal. LOL |
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Newpoet Member
since 2008-05-16
Posts 72 |
Funny and great pictures! |
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SEA
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Member Seraphic
since 2000-01-18
Posts 22676with you |
 Happy Birthday to you Toe!!  |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Happy Birthday, Toe....cute pics and a made me smile poeml too..thanks Deer.  |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
What fun for you, lovie! Have a happy birthday. |
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Dr.Moose1 Member Elite
since 1999-09-05
Posts 3448Bewilderment , USA |
Happy Birthday Toe, If "Deer's" still pickin' on ya I'll always stop in fer a laugh. Doc |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Happy B-day Mr Toe. Maybe Ron will toss you a Balladeer bone for a treat? |
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Artic Wind Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 8080Realm of Supernatural |
  Well Happy Birthdayy ~ You guys are too much LOL ARCTIC WIND |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
Hey, I'm 249 years old in dog years yanno? |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
Toe, I rarely ever make it in here anymore but you're so darn special I just had to!! Happy Birthday you dear sweet man you!! Hugs n luv, D~ |
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Joyce Johnson
since 2001-03-10
Posts 9912Washington State |
Happy Birthday. May it be the best ever. Love, Joyce |
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Greeneyes
since 2000-09-09
Posts 9903In Your Poetic Mind |
Happy birthday....you guys crack me up... ~~**~~ |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Toe, you old dog... thank goodness someone had to elevate you to God!   I love my dogs! |
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1slick_lady Member Ascendant
since 2000-12-22
Posts 6088standing on a shadow's lace |
Happy Birthday Toe and hey i know that face...thats why i make the dog leave the bedroom every time i get dressed. but... Who could not love toejam? smooooooooch giggle |
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sandgrain Member Elite
since 1999-09-21
Posts 3662Sycamore, IL, USA |
Hey Toe, it sounds like a birthday roast! But then, every dog has his day, they say. I'm sure comeback rhymes are constantly forming as you read these dog-gone greetings. We all really think you're GRRRRRRRRReat! Happy Birthday. Rae |
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Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
Happy Birthday, Toe. Ida |
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Alison
since 2008-01-27
Posts 9318Lumpy oatmeal makes me crazy! |
Hey, happy birthday! I like dogs! A |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Ball-a-deer, what a touching BD present you have put together for our deer Toe!  Toe, I made up a special concocktion for you! It beats the heck out of those 'Niagara' pills that you've been eating up like candy! Bottoms up! Rise and shine! Happy Birthday, ~ From a very Earthy Angel |
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Kit McCallum
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Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
LOL, you are wonderful as always, Michael! ~*~ Happy 249th birthday to you Toe! : Best wishes and BIG hugs to you both, /Kit |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
A sincere thanks to all of you for the kind wishes....Had no idea I'd last this long....Hopefully will be here for another one next year....bless all of you for your kindness to an old man...yea, you too Bally. |
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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
Hey there, just want to send my wishes for a great day. Latearrival. |
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sewasham Senior Member
since 2006-09-11
Posts 714Oklahoma, USA |
Happy birthday to ole Toe Born a hunnert years ago The doctor who delivered him Looked at his folks and then slapped them He couldn’t sit in the sand and play ‘Cause other kids would run away Poor Toe was such an ugly pup The cat would always cover him up When he was older poor ole Toe Took his pet to the doggie show They couldn’t judge his little mutt ‘Cause Toerag looked just like its butt All jokes aside I hope that you Had some fun and laughter too That your birthday was full of cheer And keep an eye on Balladeer |
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Oklahoma Rose Senior Member
since 2008-02-28
Posts 1586Oklahoma USA |
Happy Birthday Toerag! Hope you had a great one. |
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Poet deVine
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
Happy Birthday Toe!! Seems like you get younger every year..next thing we know you'll be wearing diapers and drooling on yourself!  |
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
He's been doing that for years, PdV. |
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Justbleu Member Elite
since 1999-08-31
Posts 3329Oregon, Originally From Alaska :) |
Hi Dear poet....just stopping by cuz I miss it here. Thanks for the laughs. Just like old times my friend!!!!! I'll mourn the day when you stop pickin on Toe!!!!! LOVE YOU BOTH!!!!! And Happy Belated Birthday Toe!!!!! "Somewhere, somehow, it should be possible to touch someone and never let go again. To hold someone, not for a moment but forever." Andre Brink |
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Klassy Lassy Member Elite
since 2005-06-28
Posts 2187Oregon |
Well, I'm confused when your birthday is, Toe... so Happy Birthday if it was, is, or will be! I love the "salute" Karen |
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steavenr Member Elite
since 2003-11-17
Posts 4058 |
well wishes for a happy birthday (and celebration thereof) ...that one dog pic is just plain spooky... |
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