So my daughter and I decided to go on our monthly shopping trip to Germany. Its the first since covid regulations were bought in and I was slightly nervous. We were armed with a good supply of hand sanitizer and face masks ..This on one of the hottest days of the year, we found out the supermarket we shop at is closing (the building is just too old) the face masks itch like buggery and there are always those people who think two meters is the length of their index finger.. It could have been awful .. But then there are the things that just lighten the mood and make you laugh. In the pet shop I stood waiting for a young couple to move away from the bird food and suppliments so that I could get the things I wanted for Basil. Then they called over a shop assistant.. Please we have now a canary and we would like to care for him, they explained. We think maybe we should buy vitamins? The lady pointed out two types of vitamins for canaries water soluble or fruit drops.. Food? what is best food? discussions on food types followed until a choice was made.. Ok and maybe we like to give him treats? Again the shop assistant pointed out various treats and they settled on some grain and honey sticks.. By this time I just wanted them to move on so I could do my shopping. Then they guy asked en Waschen ? (washing, I got that) mit Seife? I know my German isnt great but I was sure he said he wants to wash his canary with soap! 😳 The assistant looked confused (as Im sure I did ) at which point his wife started making washing gestures as if she was under a shower.. Ja mit seife she said ( yes with soap) do you sell canary soap? Ive found a good use for face masks ... People cant see you laughing at them 😁😁😁🤣🤣🤣
So my daughter and I decided to go on our monthly shopping trip to Germany. Its the first since covid regulations were bought in and I was slightly nervous. We were armed with a good supply of hand sanitizer and face masks ..This on one of the hottest days of the year, we found out the supermarket we shop at is closing (the building is just too old) the face masks itch like buggery and there are always those people who think two meters is the length of their index finger.. It could have been awful .. But then there are the things that just lighten the mood and make you laugh. In the pet shop I stood waiting for a young couple to move away from the bird food and suppliments so that I could get the things I wanted for Basil. Then they called over a shop assistant.. Please we have now a canary and we would like to care for him, they explained. We think maybe we should buy vitamins? The lady pointed out two types of vitamins for canaries water soluble or fruit drops.. Food? what is best food? discussions on food types followed until a choice was made.. Ok and maybe we like to give him treats? Again the shop assistant pointed out various treats and they settled on some grain and honey sticks.. By this time I just wanted them to move on so I could do my shopping. Then they guy asked en Waschen ? (washing, I got that) mit Seife? I know my German isnt great but I was sure he said he wants to wash his canary with soap! 😳 The assistant looked confused (as Im sure I did ) at which point his wife started making washing gestures as if she was under a shower.. Ja mit seife she said ( yes with soap) do you sell canary soap? Ive found a good use for face masks ... People cant see you laughing at them 😁😁😁🤣🤣🤣
I never thought of that. Maybe we should keep a mask or two handy after this all over just in case we have to laugh and don't want to be noticed.
I laughed and on the one hand I know the bird will be cared for on the other hand a clear case of someone buying a pet without having a clue what it needs,
I laughed and on the one hand I know the bird will be cared for on the other hand a clear case of someone buying a pet without having a clue what it needs,
You alwa\ys have to do your research before you buy any pet. Even with dogs and cats, each breed can have different needs.
I laughed and on the one hand I know the bird will be cared for on the other hand a clear case of someone buying a pet without having a clue what it needs,
You alwa\ys have to do your research before you buy any pet. Even with dogs and cats, each breed can have different needs.
Now that pedigrees are almost compulsory, it is VERY important to look into the dog's history.
I just looked at it and said who would be seen dead in that.. well apperently lots of people as they arrived in groups this morning to buy stocks of trainers and Tshirts!
One family were busy sorting through the piles of footwear and Tshirts all a bit odd looking and boss eyed, very loud and grabby.. My daughter just looked at them and said quietly 'and thats what inbreeding looks like'
I just looked at it and said who would be seen dead in that.. well apperently lots of people as they arrived in groups this morning to buy stocks of trainers and Tshirts!
One family were busy sorting through the piles of footwear and Tshirts all a bit odd looking and boss eyed, very loud and grabby.. My daughter just looked at them and said quietly 'and thats what inbreeding looks like'
Do they come with a full face balaclava to hide your face?
I just looked at it and said who would be seen dead in that.. well apperently lots of people as they arrived in groups this morning to buy stocks of trainers and Tshirts!
One family were busy sorting through the piles of footwear and Tshirts all a bit odd looking and boss eyed, very loud and grabby.. My daughter just looked at them and said quietly 'and thats what inbreeding looks like'
jen: Welcome back ::CmrgtXO::
Sept 16, 2024 2:27:41 GMT -5
kjay: Good to have you back Cherry. ::CmrgtXO::
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a_muppet: Thanks, I can't say "It is good to have finished my holiday" but within parameters, it is good to be back, and to see you all again. ::CmrgtXO::
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