Got this off Desperate Housewife's blog. Absolutely hilarious. Watched a few times and laughed until peng each time.
Since K & I inteng to get a mini daschund in future, we were thrilled to discover that there were monthly Daschund races in Spring. Of course we had to go! The races were held in Old World Village, modelled after a tiny German village, with a few restaurants and shops.
This is the race track! As you can see, it's not very long.
Familiarising his dog with the track.
To get a daschund to race, wave its favourite treat or toy in front of it. Then back down slowly to the finishing line and keep the treat or toy in its sight. Once the gates are lifted, they are run to you.
This little guy can't wait for the race to start!
and they aRE OFF!!!
The puppy races are held first and pup only do half-track. Most of them are first-timers and easily frightened or distracted by the crowds. Instead of running, they sometimes stall and refuse to move. When this happens, the owner has to coax it to go to them.
But coaxing does not always work. This scared puppy is making its way back to the start line instead.
When this happens, go to your puppy but DO NOT pet or pick it up cos giving it affection is reinforcing its bad behaviour. Gently put puppy back on the track and lead it to the finish line. REWARD IT then.
Proud owners and funny doggie names: Oliver Fishbag, Maximillius, Hot Rod and my favourite, Chilli Dog.
After all the puppies had their turn, it's time for the big boys.
Ready, Get Set ...
GO!!!
Supporters and fans
Introducing the lovable daschund.
DASCHUND NETWORKING
"Y'all having fun?"
"No no, don't feel out of place. You are equally cute."
like him.
This is the race track! As you can see, it's not very long.
Familiarising his dog with the track.
To get a daschund to race, wave its favourite treat or toy in front of it. Then back down slowly to the finishing line and keep the treat or toy in its sight. Once the gates are lifted, they are run to you.
This little guy can't wait for the race to start!
and they aRE OFF!!!
The puppy races are held first and pup only do half-track. Most of them are first-timers and easily frightened or distracted by the crowds. Instead of running, they sometimes stall and refuse to move. When this happens, the owner has to coax it to go to them.
But coaxing does not always work. This scared puppy is making its way back to the start line instead.
When this happens, go to your puppy but DO NOT pet or pick it up cos giving it affection is reinforcing its bad behaviour. Gently put puppy back on the track and lead it to the finish line. REWARD IT then.
Proud owners and funny doggie names: Oliver Fishbag, Maximillius, Hot Rod and my favourite, Chilli Dog.
After all the puppies had their turn, it's time for the big boys.
Ready, Get Set ...
GO!!!
Supporters and fans
Introducing the lovable daschund.
DASCHUND NETWORKING
"Y'all having fun?"
"No no, don't feel out of place. You are equally cute."
like him.
Couple weeks back, K & I went to a street festival celebrating Thai New Year. mmm.. looking forward to Thai food.
First thing we saw, actors glammed-up for a play.
Stores selling bags and accessories. The umbrella is a smart idea. It was a super hot 30+ degrees with no shelter. Good thing we applied sun block on our faces before stepping out the house.
If you are worried that the sun exposure is giving you wrinkles, no worries! Wrinkle Iron to the rescue!
Tired from walking? Get a soothing massage.
First thing we saw, actors glammed-up for a play.
Stores selling bags and accessories. The umbrella is a smart idea. It was a super hot 30+ degrees with no shelter. Good thing we applied sun block on our faces before stepping out the house.
If you are worried that the sun exposure is giving you wrinkles, no worries! Wrinkle Iron to the rescue!
Hee, this guy seems to be enjoying the pampering.
Tired from walking? Get a soothing massage.
If you are feeling lucky, have a go at lottery. You just might win a car.
Time to grab lunch! Uh oh, look at the queue. All the stalls had snaking lines like this.
Watch the fierce Muay Thai fighters,
This spontaneous couple were twirling to the music. With matching outfits somemore.
Beauty pageant. She was my favourite contestant.
So we pop into a little shop beside the beer tents for some respite from the heat.
And order a freshly made banana smoothie and Thai Ice Tea. aaaah... sooo good.
I must have my dessert after every meal. Who can resist home-made sticky rice with mango? :)
Oh my.. look at the pouf and oversized rhinestone sunglasses on the TV host!
Ccool way to beat the heat! I love her mohawk, cheery yellow dress and orange wedges!
Ccool way to beat the heat! I love her mohawk, cheery yellow dress and orange wedges!
Time to grab lunch! Uh oh, look at the queue. All the stalls had snaking lines like this.
Watch the fierce Muay Thai fighters,
while sharing Pad Thai,
Spicy stuff to sizzling match
Traditional Thai dance
This spontaneous couple were twirling to the music. With matching outfits somemore.
Beauty pageant. She was my favourite contestant.
Free beer on hot days draw the crowds. We didn't want to stand in line to get a coupon, then line up again to get a beer.
So we pop into a little shop beside the beer tents for some respite from the heat.
And order a freshly made banana smoothie and Thai Ice Tea. aaaah... sooo good.
I must have my dessert after every meal. Who can resist home-made sticky rice with mango? :)
The stall next door was selling Thai-style meatballs and Thai sausages which looks exactly like Taiwan sausages. But it's not as sweet and definitely more greasy than the Taiwanese stuff which I prefer. 
How does hotdog and Thai food gel? Well, this store used to be a hotdog stand. When the current Thai owners took over it, lease stipulations forbid the removal of the giant hotdog.
Now, it's a fascinating attraction for curious tourists.
Now, it's a fascinating attraction for curious tourists.
Art Deco clutch from Nine West
Somehow over our nightly phone conversations, K sensed that I was feeling low. So he came home last week with a surprise. It's the Marc Jacobs case that I blogged about!! *squeals* So K does read my blog. Brownie points to him! *feeling loved*
My jewellery thanks him too. Now they don't need to squeeze together in a tiny travel bag.
