May 2008 Archives

Thanks for the lovely userpic Mo, I love disney, especially mickey - how did yu know??? I met him when I was younger on minnie's birthday in 1999 :D I'm a massive kid!!!

Thanks for all the info about the english setters, what time woul it be best to arrive? I have never been to scotland before - not sure how far we are away - I believe we are staying in Jedburgh ???? is thi sfar from Kelso?

Wendy your userpic is working lovely. Love the pcitres, did you enjoy your holiday??

Rolf is just lovely aswell. Well done Pam on yor win with Elvis! He's a star.

Does anyone know when the write up for Nat Dog Show is in for Munsters or if it has already been in?

xxx

Hope you are all well - busy with shows and 80's disco's by the looks of it!

Just wanted to add a couple of pics of Rolf from last weekend, when we were up in Arisaig camping with friends.  Weather was out of this world, as was the scenary!  Fun and frolics had by all, particulalry with Rolf sharing the tent with us!

 Hope we can all get together sometime in the near future - another Tentsmuir bash would be great.

Take Care

R, J and R

Firstly, I hope you are both feeling better today, Mo and Nicky. Pamper yourselves a bit. No-one else will.....lol....

Border Union, English Setters have 52 dogs making 59 entries. Hope that helps. I won't be there this year. I will be at the club show, though, provided I can still borrow the car I've been promised. Mine is off the road, and will be until I can get someone to have a good look at it to find out what's wrong.

I took this photo when I ws trying to get a head shot. As you can see, it didn't quite work out! They all came to see what was going on.

Hi,

Mo, I didn't know yuo weren't well this week. I hope you fell better soon. I am not surprised you are feeling "Run Down" the past few weeks/ months have been pretty full on. Hopefully a few days rest will make all the difference.

Glad to hear Nicky is on the mend. She too will probably feel quite weak for a while, these types of things can really knock the wind out of you.

Well I have a very busy weekend ahead of me. Tonight I am going to see my friend Ross in his band called Elmo. They are "Headlining" a gig in Glasgow!! Then tomorrow me, my sister & my friend Nicola are going to an event in Braehead Arena called "Back to the 80s"!!! Needless to say we are getting dressed up in 80s style clothes (fingerless gloves, leg warmers, big hair etc!!). There is going to be a roller disco & Karaoke as well as some Blasts from the Past performing on stage!!! I think it's going to be a fun day. If there are any pics I may post a few next week!!!LOL Sunday I am planning on having a PJ day as I think I might be pretty tired!!! hahaha

What has everyone else got planned for this weekend?

Pam

The user pic is the little duck picture by your post whe you view it on scottishmunsters.com

love vcky x

Thanks Wendy  for that

I am going to give you and others "user pics" tonight  as you have not done yourself.??!!

Mo

We are in the ring after the English Setters who start at 9:30am - How many setters are entered?

Will post a longer post later for everyone - got to go out! xx

Hi,

Wendy, it really sounds like everyone is pulling together for the Club Show this year. That's really nice to hear. I hope it does help encourage any newbies to the breed to come along & get involved. I always really enjoy the Club Show & think it has a great atmosphere. Yes we all know there are certain little groups that don't get on but as long as they keep out of each others way & not do anything to antagonise each other then there's no problem. I think on the whole this is a nice breed to be a part of & that any new people coming into it will be warmly welcomed & made to feel comfortable.

I am sorry I will be missing the Club Show this year but hopefully I will make it next year instead.

For any of those not making that Show don't forget there is the Nat Apt in Kelso on Sat 14th June (the day before Border Union). This is another really fun day out. It's very relaxed & everyone always has a great time, especially the dogs.  

Pam

Hi,

Thanks Wendy, I was really pleased with Elvis' win on Sunday. Aero did superb too, he was a bit wired ringside (brought back a few memories of when Elvis was a pup actually) but Fiona did a great job of keeping him under control in the ring. A well deserved win. We all went across the road after the judging to let the dogs get a run about together, they all had a great time. Looking forward to seeing more photo's Mo.

Wendy your pics from your holiday are excellant - Ruby is gorgeous.

Mo, loving the pics on www.scottishmunsters.net at the moment they are really smashing. That new lense & cover you bought were a good investment.

Well, it looks almost certain that I won't be making it to the Club Show this year. I was doing my sums yesterday & theres no way I can afford to make the journey. It's such a shame as it's 1 of my favourite shows of the year.

I hope Nicky is starting to feel better now. I hadn't realised she had been to hospital twice, what a nasty nasty bug she's had.

Pam

Hi,

That is great news about Carol & Colin. Where about's is the house?? Can't wait to hear all about it. I am so pleased they have managed to sort something out - it's been such a testing time for them. The girls are going to love all that space to play in.

Love the Slideshow on www.scottishmunsters.co.uk - really lovely pictures.

Hope everyone has a good weekend. Looking forward to seeing some of you at Lanark on Sunday. We can decide where we want to go for a run after the show.

Pam xx

Hi,

I can't seem to get onto www.scottishmunsters.net this morning. Is anyone else having trouble with it?????

Lovely pic of Aero - he really is a smashing looking boy. I think you will do well at Lanark this weekend. Looking forward to seeing you all again. I hope your friend who doesn't like dogs gets converted after her day out!!!LOL

Pam  

Hi Pam,

Thanks for the kind words on Aero and yes, we are really pleased with him! We are heading to Lanark at the weekend but we are just a wee bit disappointed there are no puppy classes. It will just be another one for his experience and of course to support the cause. One of Fiona's friends will be visiting us over the weekend and she'll be coming to the show with us. She was brought up on a farm in Ireland and does not like dogs!!! how can anyone brought up on a farm not like dogs??? Pretty brave of her to come along with us right enough.

We had a great day at SKC with all those friendly Munsters and their owners. Next big one for us is Blackpool. Messed up on the Border Union entry!!

hope to see you at Lanark.                  John

Any news on the next Natural Apptitude Test?  Thought it was going to be in June, but nothing on the web site about it........

Just had to have Cassie spade, cystic ovaries.  She's recovered extremely well and not liking the "lead exercise only" on bit!

Hi,

Had a fabulous weekend. Elvis & I had some great walks with Mo & Her Gang on Friday & Saturday. The show on Sunday was great fun too, had such a giggle ringside. Apologies to those who were waiting for me to demonstrate my pole dancing in the ring but my bottle crashed!!!LOL Maybe at the Aug Show instead!!!LOL ;-)

Erin did really well over the weekend too, so well done to her. Maybe Nicky can come on & give us a run down on all her achievements???

I just want to say a Huge Well Done to Aero, John, Fiona & the kids. You must be over the moon with Sundays result. Aero has really come on since I last saw him. Wendy you too must be very proud. He is gorgeous & was very well behaved in & around the ring. Well Done!!

So, who is coming over to Lanark for the Show this Sunday? Mo & I were thinking of going somewhere after it for a run with the dogs so anyone wanting to join in would be more than welcome. Even if you're not entered at the show just let us know you're interested & we'll organise something. It would be nice to have a wee Mini Munster Bash.

Pam

Photos taken last Friday when they were four weeks old. 

http://workinghprs.myfastforum.org/sutra25587.php#25587

Is the scottishmunsters.com layout playing up for anyone else? All the posts seem to be out of order etc..

I just thought I'd post thi spic of me and my friends before that paper pic was taken. I love this because it really depicts summer even though the wind is trying to kill us with hair!!! LOL In the pic along wiht myself are my two very best friends Sarah and Jake.

I thought it would be nice to share with you all..

Jenni came down for a visit with her daughter Elise and I managed to get one and only one photo of Elise! She's a little live wire! The only downside is that she has never met a dog before, so meeting my lot scared her, even though they were in cages......... Click on the link to see Elise, if you want to....

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Good luck this weekend to everyone going. I'll be glued to fosse data.

.....to everyone going to SKC this weekend.

Looking forward to seeing everyone & having our little picnic.

See you all at the Benches at 12.00pm

Pam xx

.........to the scottish munsters website www.scottishmunsters.co.uk ?

So Glad it's Friday again, looking forward to seeing my boy tonight, getting out some good walks & having fun at the show on Sunday. I love Busy Jam Packed Weekends!!!!

Vicky, I think your hair is really nice like that, it suits the shape of your face & the colour is beautiful.

Pam

Well, Me and my friends ahd brought some ice creams and some hadn't and the hpotographer seemed to be "stalking us!!". He eventually came up to use and ask us to be in this paper and we said yes.

Unfortunately,. the boys in our "group" were left our because they didnt have ice creams! ha ha ah!!

I was also in a prmotional photo shoot thing for a raw talent show that stafford holds every year in the market square! I got to play around with inflatable instruments, LOL!!!!

Thankoyu, I was thinking about having it changed, but i dont know what to. xzxxxx

Well, Me and my friends ahd brought some ice creams and some hadn't and the hpotographer seemed to be "stalking us!!". He eventually came up to use and ask us to be in this paper and we said yes.

Unfortunately,. the boys in our "group" were left our because they didnt have ice creams! ha ha ah!!

I was also in a prmotional photo shoot thing for a raw talent show that stafford holds every year in the market square! I got to play around with inflatable instruments, LOL!!!!

Thankoyu, I was thinking about having it changed, but i dont know what to. xzxxxx

Hey,

Looks like we have a celebrity on our midst!!!LOL I think that's a great picture Vicky. I love your hair, that style really suits you. How did you end up beign photographed?

Pam

Hahaha...

Me and my two friends were in the paper this week depicting summer in staffordshire.

Here is the picture...Wind, ice cream, pictures and laughing half way through = bad combo!!! LOL

makes my heart melt!!!!!

he is sooo handsome.

Hi,

Well I think you are really getting the hang of it. The pic of the hawk on www.scottishmunsters.net is brilliant for being taken from so far away. Of course you can "Borrow" Elvis - it will be his pleasure to be a model for you!!!LOL ;-)

How about we meet at our benching area about 12.00ish then we can decide where a good spot would be to "set up camp"??? If our ring is along the back near the wee forrest like last year that will be an ideal spot. What do you think?

Pam

Ps, Good Luck to Erin & Tilly at tonights event. Mo, looking forward to seeing some more pics!!!! xx

Thanks for kind comments on Jager  I am still on a very steep learning curve on this camera....We would appreciate if we could borrow Elvis to practice on??11 If you would be soo kind.

We are going to "Top Scottish Dog " thingie at Inglistion tonight  Tilly is being shown  so we can practice there    hope to get some semi good pics.

Picnic sounds good  where ?

Mo

Hi,

Lovely Photo, Jager looks lovely!!!

Glad you are up for walks this weekend. Will be at yours for 7ish on Friday then if that suits?

Hope Erin has a good few days at SKC, looking forward to hearing all about it on Sunday.

Really looking forward to the show this weekend. Anyone fancying getting together for a picnic before hand? Seeing as we're going to be haning about for a while before we're in the ring????

Pam

Hi,

Mo, I noticed the masses of Red, White & Blue Flags heading south on the motorway too this morning. The News is reporting 100,000 fans are heading to Manchester but I think you could easily double that!!!! You will be able to watch the match live on ITV1 tongiht from 7.30pm. I won't be watching as I will be getting my babysitting training tonight!!! It's my 1st tie babysitting my gorgeous little niece tomorrow night, Eeeeekkk!!! I'm nervous!!!LOL

I'll be pickig Elvis up on Friday night Mo so if you fancy a walk (or 3) over the weekend let me know. Billy is bathing him for me tonight but if he gets dirty I'll just fling him in the Clyde on Saturday!!!LOL ;-)

Pam xx

Well just came up the M74  and the volume of cars going south is amazing   all with

 Union Jacks flying out of their windows   Streach mobils .... buses ++++...vans...caravans... the M6 going south will be blocked by Midday  I would think, two police cars racing down also hope no accident  as no staff in hospitals  as all going to "the game"  Our hospital car park empty??!! . Hope the good people of Manchester know what is going to hit them???

So "the Russians are coming"  forget them "the Picts are coming" .

If the English want to attack us( Bannochburn)  now would be a good time to do it .. no one here??!!  

Hope all goes well     suppose the game will be on the telly??!!!

Mo

Hi,

Thanks for that info Linda. Must say I am totally shocked at that, why on Earth would they have 3 breeds being judged in the same ring??? I would guess then that we won't be getting judged til 2pm (ish) then (at the VERY EARLIEST)? What a long days it's going to be if we have to be in for 11.30am. We have been shunted like this before at this show, infact was it not Aug last year that the ring next to us was empty for ages but they still made us wait to be judged, it was really late on in the afternoon before we got in. I guess it's to do with number of entries but I definitely don't think it's fair.

Rant Over!!!!

Pam

Edited To Add:

Have managed to get more Info, we are in Ring 15 behind 57 Gordon Setters then 36 GWPs. We have an entry of 42 (good for a Scottish Champ Show I think). Judging starts as 9.30am.

Pam, you'll have plenty of time to sit around. Munsters are 3rd breed in the ring after Gordon Setters and German Wirehaired Pointers! I don't know how many entries there are for either of these breeds. I didn't enter this year, too many bills (vet, car parts, etc...) that I didn't ahve any spare cash at the time. Blasted car is still sick, even after being 'fixed', so I'm back to square one trying to find the problem.

Well done to Aero and family, and to Erin at the weekend. Keep up the good work!

I don't think I've received wir passes for the show with all the upheavel - goodness knows where they are if I did.  Our B&B is in a mobile phone blackspot so all the surfing i've done is a short drive away so have to make sure battery in laptop is charged before I go. I'm impressed thus far with the wee gizmo.

Nicky,

 How about Tues evening  7:30pm ish for a wee visit.

Hi,

Can anyone tell me when we are on at SKC this weekend? Billy & his girlfriend are coming along & wanted to know what time we'd be in the ring. I am presumming as we were 2nd in the ring last year that we will be on 1st this time, can anyone confirm this. Also, does anyone know the number of entries.

Mo, that new lense is fabulous. The photo of the starling is so crisp & clear. Take it you were playing with it all weekend??

Nicky, what has Erin got on Saturday? I would love to come over & watch but wasn't sure if I would be able to bring Elvis with me???

Pam xx

Hi everybody.

We attended a gundog trainging day held by Michael, Christine & Raymond today near Flockton which is up north today. We had a lot of fun and it was very interesting to learn and try all of the different aspects of this type of training. We practiced 3 different "disciplines" which were Tracking, Retrieving and Hunting and Isla did very well! Carly did very well too considering she is only a baby.

It was a very good day out and we all really enjoyed it and afterward we went to a river nearby and let all the dogs swim in the river (I stayed in the car park watching a GSP for a lovely lady and decided to sun myself a bit whilst this happened! LOL!!)

I am really really looking forward to Kelso now. I am excited about the show as well as visiting Scotland as it will be my first time visiting there! We are staying in a log cabin which accepts dogs in a place called Jedburgh (SP?).

Vicky x 

A modem that connects to the USB port of laptop (or PC).  3.6MBps ADSL i.e. broadband.

3GB per month for £15 per month.

USB device free if commit to 24months contract  or £79  if 12 month (I think)

or pay £20 / month  £99 for device 3GB limit but can walk away after 1 month

Seems faster than the BT broadband we had in the house in Peebles which was rated "up to" 8Mbps.

Mo, 

 What type of lens did you get? (Will bring PC/Modem to SKC if you wish to see a demo)

Nicky,

  Would you like some visitors one night this week.  we promise not to take up residence and we have been having counciling for our aggression and seperation problems. I know your busy so leave up to you for day.

   Cheers Carol

Creating this entry in the car (passenger) on the move on the A90 near Dundee.  Just got a super wee vodaphone gizmo - brill.  Been really missing the internet. Lots to catch up on. Still homeless but the B&B is brill. Will write more later after a catch up.

There were some super wee puppies at the Birmingham show. Well done to Ruby and the rest. I thought Keith was very good and considerate to the young dogs

Hi,

Just wanted to say a big well done to Aero at the show yesterday. What a great result. Looking forward to seeing you at SKC in a couple of weeks.

Mo, I really like the photos you have put on here & also on www.scottishmunsters.net Take it you are pleased with your new lens. I love how Maggie is always "Laughing" in her photos!!!LOL

I am having a dog free weekend but I must say I am really missing my boy!!!! Can't wait to see him next weekend.

Pam

From when they started moving around until yesterday.

http://s261.photobucket.com/albums/ii69/munstersatlarge/?action=view&current=incaspuppiesborn18thapril2008win-1.flv

I wish I had some better photos! If anyone has any - or knows of anyone who has some photos from today please let me know, i'd be ever so grateful! x

Pam - I think you are right, it is a great feeling and it is such a shame about Carly, I was so excited about showing her, we still did and I am sooo proud of her, she's my little star.

The Results are finally up at http://www.highampress.co.uk/bnat/largemun.asp?show=National%20Dog%20Show%202008&ttl=National%20Dog%20Show%202008%20-%20Large%20Munsterlander 

I think (& correct me if I'm wrong) this was the 3rd CC for Tanzenbach Water Boatman therefore making him up to SHOW CHAMPION!!! Well Done Helen - I'm sure she must be over the moon.

Vicky, I am sorry to hear about poor Carly. I'm sure she will be fine though so dont feel bad about it. Well Done on Qualifying Islay for Crufts, it is a great feeling when that happens.

Well Done to everyone else who done well.

Look forward to seeing some pics soon

Pam

Yes Pam, I'm at BU with both the girls!

Today was a nice day, the weather was LOVELY! Shame we were inside....

However, Carly had hurt her foot (pad) a few weeks ago, some silly person had smashed a beer bottle and when they were out on a walk Carly sliced her pad on it. She has been going to the vets twice a week for about a month to have it dressed and it had healed fine and she could walk on it. However, when I took her today she was being shown on concrete therefore it made her foot very very sore & she was lame (she was fine before and everything). I got a little upset about this as I would never take my dog in lame and would never put them through any pain whatsoever. It was an experience for Carly though as she got to be in the ring with other dogs.

Wendy was very very supportive when i was upset about this and I just want to say thankyou very much as well as to anyone else that said kind words to me (Lynn, Raymond etc)

I got a second place with Isla (Crufts Qualified!!). This was the one thing I wanted to do when I started dog showing - qualify for crufts. I am so so proud of my two girlies. They were so good.

....Yes I will definitely be at Border Union. Can I presume you will be there too, are you coming up to do the Nat Apt aswell? It's a really fun day.

I hope you have a fab time at today's show & I'm sure both your girls will do you proud.

Pam

Both girls are going today! I hope Carly behaves herself haha, she is so full of ncharacter, but, she is only 6 months old so shes a little baby!

I love her personality so much, uts so mischievious!!

Yes, Pam. Are you going to Border Union? x

Hi,

Good Luck to everyone going to the Show tomorrow. I look forward to hearing the results as they come in!!!!!

Sadly Vicky I couldn't take the day off to come to the show tomorrow. Hopefully we will catch up at something else soon though. Are you taking both your girls tomorrow? They are looking well from your photos.

Pam

Thanks! We had loads of fun :D

Is anyone going to the Nat. Dog show at Stafford County Showground tomorrow??

xx

Do not forget Blackpool closes on line tomorrow

Mo

You don't like them because of the amount you get (LOL!) Think of all that dusting!!!!!!!!! hee hee.

Not a bad idea though. The thought of something for the dogs, like the stocking at the HPR christmas show, might be a better idea. Or a box of chews, or new leads, or something like that. Or how about a photo of the winning dog turned into a jigsaw puzzle? I've seen some made up in Brechin at the Print Shop there. Now I wouldn't mind winning that!

Hi Vicky, what a happy lot you look. It looks like you are enjoying your holiday.

Well done Erin and Ace.

Unfortunately I can't look at videos on my computer, but might get to my son's house so that I'll be able to see all these videos now that my car is fixed. I'll be taking it for a test drive later, just to see if it really is fixed.....

Ok, to change the subject and get serious. At the show at the weekend the Howitt Cup wasn't awarded as it was missing. Now I'm not pointing fingers at anybody, it's a question of what do we do next? Do we try to track it down (it's been missing for years apparently, so that might be a headache in itself) or do we ask the club to look for it, if they have records that far back, or should it be replaced? It was awarded twice a year, so it wasn't even kept for the whole year, so maybe 2 cups/trophies should be donated. What do you guys think? Are there other clubs that have had cups/trophies go missing? It's not fair on the new people coming in to the breed if they win an award, only to find that there isn't anything to take home. I'm personally not all that bothered about having to bring dust collectors home (LOL) but I still remember the first time I won a trophy.

..In wales this weekend.

Hope everyone is ok, check out my flowery number!! ;)

Hi Everyone,

I hope everyone is having a good Bank Holiday weekend. I have had a fab time, got out some excellant walks with Elvis, Mo & the gang Fri, Sat & Sun & today I am just about to head into Glasgow to meet a friend for Lunch. It's a good life!!!LOL

Big Well Done to Erin for her achievements over the weekend. Nicky you should be proud she is a wee star!!!!

I got myself a new camera last week so have been snap hapyp all weekend. Here are a few of my favourites:

Mo, if these don't load up right or are too big please feel free to "Fix"LOL

Pam

Why do we bother? My darling little angel (Yeh, right!!!!!) decide that the ring was not where she wanted to be and didn't move well at all. Understatement!!!!!!!!!! The minute I took her outside and moved her - perfect. Little s*d!!!!!!!!!!!! Mind you, her mother took a while to realise what she was supposed to be doing, didn't she?

What a lovely family the MacGregors are. I'd like to thank them for holding my dogs when I was in the ring. Sorry, I am terrible for names! I remember travelling to a show with Tina when we first met and it wasn't until we were on the way home that I remembered her name!!!!!! Oh dear...... Unless I see it written down I do forget very quickly. Faces I remember for years, but names are quickly forgotten.

It was good to see Stuart and Katrina again after so long. Good luck with your up-coming sailing lesson Stuart!?!?!??!!?!?!?!!?

Judge Stuart Offer

Junior

1st Scott's Ellscott Lake Lukka (AI)

2nd: Williamson's Kalabagh Jacinth

3rd: MacGregor's Daleander Hot Love

Post Graduate

1st Williamson's Ellscott Glen Lochy (AI) BOB

Open

1st Williamson's Celtaur Rainbow Niamh at Kalabagh

Of course it was Paws that won BPIB at Crufts. Sincere apologies to Erin and Paws. I told you I was going senile, didn't I???? It was Manchester, and the club's Open show in February that the sister went BPIB. 

Off to lie down and try to find my mind. It has to be somewhere, I've definately lost it........

Morning,

Linda, I am confused, wasn't it Erin & Paws (Franorst Paws for Eirinn) who got BPIB at Crufts this year????

What does everyone have planned for this weekend? Good Luck to those going to Tay Valley, looking forward to hearing the results.

Pam

Aah! Right. Penny came from this way but she isn't one of mine, she's one of Tina's (I think) She is approx 6 weeks younger than mine. She should be nice though, as her litter sister won BPIB at Crufts this year...........

One of Pepsi's sisters decided to celebrate her birthday by chasing rabbits, not good for a working munster. She was told off for that! Another sister had a bath, after she found and rolled in cow poo! Who'd have dogs, eh?

She is registered with the practice I work for. Think she originally went down south lives in Glasgow now. Pretty sure I have the details right.

Gill

Yep, up into Junior now.

Gill, where were you when you saw a sister? There is one in Aberdeen, but I think they have family in Glasgow so I'm assuming it was her. Her name is Lilly. There is another in Argyll, but the last one is down south so I don't think it was her.

I don't know much about obedience tests but just got news that one of Pepsi's brothers has passed the beginners road safety test. Is that anything like the good citizen scheme? He is at his first proper obedience show on Saturday so fingers crossed for him.

Think I met one of Pepsi's sisters last week she is really lovely.

Hope Carol and Colin find somewhere suitable soon I had a similar problem when I was buying somewhere last year but luckily I found somewhere else and pulled out of the one I was getting messed about with.

Gill 

I hope they get sorted out soon. It's not nice being homeless. I've got a decent front garden if they can find a tent! Though my lovely neighbours (NOT!) might not be too happy about more dogs in my house. I'm sure Chance would love a couple more girl friends.........

Pepsi and her litter mates are 1 year old today, so happy birthday to them. Doesn't time fly!!!!! It only feels like yesterday that I was waiting for them to be born.

that terrible about carol and colin.

about these rescue humans are they house trained? as they seem to be having a hard time do they show any signs of aggression? it worries me if they are as they are being fostered very close to mine. dont want to meet aggressive humans in the dark.

Can't believe it's Thursday again, this week is flying in!!!

Mo, I'm sorry for waking you this morning when I text I just presumed yuo would be up getting ready for work. I will give you a buzz tonight to make plans for the weekend.

So sorry to hear about Carol & Colin, I really hope they manage to get things sorted out soon. What a nightmare they are having.

The pups look great, Inca looks like a very proud mummy!!!

Pam