… to me! Yes, today is my birthday! I even got my first-ever birthday card, from the wonderful folks at Companion Veterinary Health Center in Dayville, Connecticut. They put the wrong guy on the card, but it was the thought that counts.
So, you’re probably wondering, just how old am I? The answer is 8. In human years, that would be about 50, and if I were human, I’d probably be having flings and driving around in a ridiculous sports car about now. Instead, I’m spending my afternoon at the front window watching cars go by.
Life travels pretty fast, doesn’t it?
Oxbow's World 
Dear Mr. Oxbow,
Happiest of Bdays to ‘ya! You are starting out your bday in fine style, a new home, a new vet and a new picture window to view the world. Every bday, I stop and reflect on the blessings of the past year and the feeling of enthusiasm for another year on the planet…with all its’ adventures and challenges. You are now at mid-life…in the prime of your life. Enjoy every minute of it…b/c soon you will be entering the time-warp of your elder years. All of a sudden they appear at your doorstep…where did they come from? How did time fly by so fast? One day you will encounter the great paradox: that your faculties and body are slowing down but time seems to speed up with less time and ability to do the things you want to do. Enjoy and celebrate your mid life bday…and take notes as your travel thru your life….leave a gentle paw print on the heart of everyone your meet. Your kindness and energy will truly make a difference in creating a more enjoyable planet. Happy birthday my dear Mr. Oxbow! Lotsa love, Babs
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