Well it was a disappointment all around at least for the contest below. As I said, I never like to enter any contest where one needs to solicit votes, all that proves is that one has a lot of friends or relatives or they know how to bribe, it's a tad distasteful for me but...reluctantly I entered Rori, not only because of her talents and expressiveness but because I had hoped to make a difference for local homeless animals.
Well a few friends came through and for that we are grateful. On the other hand quite a few folks wrote or called to tell me that they were having a heck of time either voting, registering, or obtaining verification for their registration. I wrote to the company to inform them but unfortunately a response was not sent until the "tail" end of Rori's voting period. Now don't get me wrong, I never expected to get the top votes, I just don't know that many people nor would I ask, but I did believe we could have be in the top five. I'm not bitter(even if it sounds that way), all the pets on the site have a story, talent, and their own individual beauty...I just hoped for a fair "shake" for Rori and the homeless animals here in our area.
Now to the real rant...I am sort of "stoic" person...rarely asking anyone for anything. It has just never been in my nature to "ask." But for this...I thought there isn't a cost, just a few moments of time to possible help others, so...I asked. Now...I am always one of the first to support others in their endeavors, willing to donate, help, vote, share information, support others in need either with physical help or financial donations. And I don't do these things to gain any type of reward, however I did expect that perhaps people would be more open to helping since there wasn't any fee or extensive time involved, just a few minutes (unless you were one who couldn't get on to vote). I discovered my expectations fell very short as I learned of many who could have voted and didn't...and some of these people are those who have asked for support for themselves or family members. Which brings me to the reasons I probably never like to ask...if I don't ask...I'll never be disappointed in knowing that someone didn't help. I know...sort of juvenile in thought but it is the way I feel. And I just might think twice the next time some one asks me too.
So...we didn't make it into the finals, however I continue to blessed by a few good friends who will support my endeavors when asked (thank you), and the fact that my heart remains full of expression and talent, and always brings a smile to my face, for I am filled with the love of very talented, loving and entertaining terriers.
Stay tuned...you never know when or where their talents and expressions may appear ......
Check out their site at: http://www.talentedterriers.com
