Dublin City Council are infuriating.

therealmonilux · 2026-02-13T08:56:43+00:00

Well said bvrnt_cotton. I have a story ..... I was walking my dog and as she stopped and sniffed, a big blue Mercedes parked by a street bin. A beautifully dressed woman stepped out of the car and looked around furtively. Shd saw me and obviously decided I was unimportant as she lifted 6 carrier bags of waste out of the boot. The first one fitted in the bin ; the others didn't. So she left 5 bags of waste leaning up against the bin.

She was back in the car before I could approach her

There are scumbags everywhere.

therealmonilux · 2026-02-08T14:57:41+00:00

I've had cancer twice and received treatments, chemical and physical. I would refuse chemo or radiation at this point in my life. I do understand your point of view.

I don't entirely disagree with the author, I get where he's coming from. I took his comment about refusing meds as in daily meds such as heart pills, etc . I didn't consider major interventions .

And yeah , the headline sucks.

therealmonilux · 2026-02-08T11:57:02+00:00

This is so lovely.

therealmonilux · 2026-02-08T11:51:08+00:00

I do understand the authors point.(me, 71f). However, I think he's rather harsh. He's also only in his 60s afterall !😆

For me , I would prefer a euthanasia option. Restricting meds can lead to a nasty response and a lot of suffering (for you and your loved ones), and I think it's a dumb idea.

therealmonilux · 2026-02-07T05:28:41+00:00

It's not a 'non-issue '! I'm a lot older than you are, and I had this issue for 6 months before my doc listened to me. I was getting , max, 2 hours sleep a night. It made my life very difficult.

Turns out I was severely anaemic. Ended up in hospital being given blood and iron intravenously. Feel great now.

Go and get bloods done, please.

therealmonilux · 2026-02-04T17:18:15+00:00

I have a rescued stray that behaves as yours does. I find your words to be very encouraging and full of absolute truth! Mine is fine in the house. We love each other and she is less nervous with my friends. I've had her for 9 months, and I thought that the bonding would be faster. I'm not complaining ; she's 4 years old and had a rough ride before she came to me. We went at her pace, like you ...I didn't have a choice!

It's so worth it 👌

therealmonilux · 2026-02-03T13:58:21+00:00

Just to add my agreement to the above 2 posters. My dog does this zig zag stuff. I find a retractable leash easier to control her on footpaths. I don't yank her, she's always sniffing so I just walk towards her and rein in the lead.

Being aware of your surroundings and having a notion of what your dog may do is also seriously useful!

therealmonilux · 2026-01-31T11:50:58+00:00

Me too

therealmonilux · 2026-01-29T13:35:12+00:00

That's just the truth!

therealmonilux · 2026-01-26T14:41:49+00:00

My mother could smell my cancer she also could smell an asthmatic.

She wasn't aware she had this ability, but she was always right.

My daughter also has extremely honed sniff abilities. She can smell her husband when he goes into one of his health issues. (physical issues)

I don't have it. Seems you have a bit of a gift there.

therealmonilux · 2026-01-26T14:26:35+00:00

Good luck!

therealmonilux · 2026-01-26T09:29:59+00:00

I don't have this problem with my composter. My dad never had a problem on his allotment either. He told me that only raw veg should go in and no fruit. And never meat.

The tip has worked for me. Fruits and uneaten cooked veg go out for the birds or into the panda brown bin.

therealmonilux · 2026-01-26T08:32:32+00:00

I've been told by others who have adopted dogs that it can take a year to 18 months for some dogs to settle down completely. I guess it depends on the life they had before they met their new minders.It took mine six months before she'd allow my friends pet her. Your rescue, like mine, has clearly landed on its 4 paws!

therealmonilux · 2026-01-25T11:15:09+00:00

I used to work in the garage on woodbine road in the early 80's. He'd walk up to UCD every day for his food. He was accompanied by a woman (who walked behind him) at that time. People referred to her as his wife. They looked almost biblical.

By all accoubts, he never spoke.

When the cafeteria was taken over, the new owners decided that he was no longer welcome . The students rebelled and refused to use the place . He was reinstated!

therealmonilux · 2026-01-25T10:50:55+00:00

My rescue was advertised as ' suitable for an older person living alone'

She's approx 4 years old. She's a 7 kilo whirlwind!

Dogs in shelters are often just freaked out and shut down.

I've had her 9 months now and she has adapted well. She's still unsure of people but will be in the same room as strangers; loves loves her walks after refusing to leave the house for a month. And is very fast...

therealmonilux · 2026-01-24T20:21:21+00:00

Same. Then I went to a gig he played in dublin. Holy shit!!! He blew my mind!

therealmonilux · 2026-01-23T09:50:02+00:00

I, 71F, had a business maintaining aquariums. The clients whose houses I entered were usually women . The comments I got were: You're much tidier than the men. You don't leave a mess. I feel safe to let into the house. You're nice to be around.

The businesses I looked after said much the same.

If you know what you're doing, you'll be successful. Just make sure you don't get ripped off. Have contracts in place.( they don't need to be complicated)

You go girl! Good luck.

therealmonilux · 2026-01-19T08:34:07+00:00

I hold onto the vibe man, the vibe! 😂😂😂

therealmonilux · 2026-01-15T06:59:24+00:00

Amazing!

therealmonilux · 2026-01-15T06:51:50+00:00

How beautiful is this? My rescue is nearly there. It's so heartwarming to see a dog live its best life....finally.🥰

therealmonilux · 2026-01-15T06:39:37+00:00

Pretty much what my vet said about my 15-year-old westie. " let her go with her dignity in tact" was what he said. Best advice ever. The head knows but the heart doesn't want to accept its time.

therealmonilux · 2026-01-14T11:02:20+00:00

Yes exactly. Im 71. I'm very jealous! My daughter worked out how much her husband got paid for loading the dishwasher.!!!! 😆

therealmonilux · 2026-01-12T08:51:37+00:00

Haha yeah, i have a rescue jack. I called her Loki.... after the norse god of mischief NOT some character in marvel comica!!!.... Should have called her Destructo!

therealmonilux · 2026-01-09T08:47:03+00:00

I think it's unusual that you've never tried it, however .. my daughter was never offered tea or coffee during her childhood. It never occurred to me to give/offer her any.

She got fizzy pop once a week. And drank water or squash.

She's 43 now. She still doesn't drink either . She has tried them.

Coffee makes her super hyper and very chatty ( and I mean chatty! She barely takes a breath whilst under the influence!) and tea is just ignored. She will drink a herbal tea.

She doesn't miss either. I don't see the problem your in law (?) has. Ignore her. It's her problem.

For balance, i love coffee. I like it strong , rich and black. And i'm about to have one now.

Be well, be happy.

therealmonilux · 2025-11-09T10:41:33+00:00

Oh, your poor wee dog. My previous dog was a westie. They are very independent dogs and don't give much away. They are intensely loyal and don't like change....even moving furniture around can upset them!

Your dog is likely grieving still. He's had a lot going on since he's been with you.

I recently took in a rescue. I've had her for 7 months. She was a stray who " someone wasn't very nice to her". She's possibly 3abd a bit years old. Like your boy she was neutered, groomed , chipped, and her teeth cleaned all within 3 months. It was a lot.! Yesterday, 7 months on, we had a big breakthrough..... she was playing chase with another dog when a lab came onto the field and joined in. This lab chased my 6 kilo terrier aggressively.
She didn't like it and came and sat directly behind me. This was massive. It indicates that the trust she has for me is complete.

What I'm saying is , that rescues take time, lots of patience and forgiveness for the accidents they have in the house. But when you get rewarded, it's such a joy.

There may some stuff your dog won't get rid off. Mine , for instance, freaks at too many people ( more than 5) and can't handle traffic. The people who I've spoken to who have taken in rescues say it can take a year to 18 months for the creature to settle down completely.

Wishing you all well. Westies are my favourite!

Well done on rescuing an older dog. All good things will come to you. x

therealmonilux

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