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MY FURRY TALES--STORIES FROM 20 YEARS IN THE FUR! #12
16 years ago
Notes by a white lion.
("They really should'a named them Donkey one, two and three. After all I WAS the star......" )
You know, sometimes I even surprise myself. I know I am motivated far and beyond the bounds of normalcy in my chosen profession. In honest and serious humility, I know I am one of the best at what I do. Most that I meet, that do the same thing, are only in it for the money. Or, for the job flexibility. There's lots of college students. Especially in the summer. But, please believe me, it's so easy to tell who's who. There's "a guy (or girl) in the suit", then, there's me! My little example, if I may...
At a Halloween kid's carnival put on for some developmentally disabled kids a few years ago I was "Donkey" with "Shrek". Our job was a hour and a half walk around. Mixing and mingling with all that were there. Also had a little area off to one side for photo opportunities as well. We mainly stayed together, but sometimes, did separate for a little bit at a time. I, being Donkey, and underline "BEING", was full of stuff and nonsense. I would stick my muzzle in anywhere and everywhere. I'd make a unasked for comment on things that I overheard. People should know my opinion. Shouldn't they? Of course they should. Donkey's opinions are quite important. At least to Donkey.
So, as not that great a surprise, I had someone not share in my (Donkey's) self love of myself. I get a slight tap on my furry shoulder from behind. I turn around to see a nine year old girl somewhat glaring at me with some displeasure. Before I could speak, she made her comment.
"You know, you're annoying!" To which I instantly replied....
"Yea! I know! I's cute. I's adorable! And I's annoying! Well, two out of three ain't bad I always say!"
The little girl was exasperated that Donkey didn't "get" it. But of course, Donkey would never "get" it. He's Donkey! She turned and walked away in some frustration. As I turn and also walk away. I mutter out loud, to no one in particular, another "Donkey" self-centered thought.
"I'm the nicest person I know......"
Honest to goodness, It just all came to me. There was no preplanned thought or any kind of line in mind. "When you're good, you're good!" Is that me or Donkey? I'll let you decide.
Semper Furry! --Me Furry
You know, sometimes I even surprise myself. I know I am motivated far and beyond the bounds of normalcy in my chosen profession. In honest and serious humility, I know I am one of the best at what I do. Most that I meet, that do the same thing, are only in it for the money. Or, for the job flexibility. There's lots of college students. Especially in the summer. But, please believe me, it's so easy to tell who's who. There's "a guy (or girl) in the suit", then, there's me! My little example, if I may...
At a Halloween kid's carnival put on for some developmentally disabled kids a few years ago I was "Donkey" with "Shrek". Our job was a hour and a half walk around. Mixing and mingling with all that were there. Also had a little area off to one side for photo opportunities as well. We mainly stayed together, but sometimes, did separate for a little bit at a time. I, being Donkey, and underline "BEING", was full of stuff and nonsense. I would stick my muzzle in anywhere and everywhere. I'd make a unasked for comment on things that I overheard. People should know my opinion. Shouldn't they? Of course they should. Donkey's opinions are quite important. At least to Donkey.
So, as not that great a surprise, I had someone not share in my (Donkey's) self love of myself. I get a slight tap on my furry shoulder from behind. I turn around to see a nine year old girl somewhat glaring at me with some displeasure. Before I could speak, she made her comment.
"You know, you're annoying!" To which I instantly replied....
"Yea! I know! I's cute. I's adorable! And I's annoying! Well, two out of three ain't bad I always say!"
The little girl was exasperated that Donkey didn't "get" it. But of course, Donkey would never "get" it. He's Donkey! She turned and walked away in some frustration. As I turn and also walk away. I mutter out loud, to no one in particular, another "Donkey" self-centered thought.
"I'm the nicest person I know......"
Honest to goodness, It just all came to me. There was no preplanned thought or any kind of line in mind. "When you're good, you're good!" Is that me or Donkey? I'll let you decide.
Semper Furry! --Me Furry
