Take me out to the ball game! This little poika is from the Spring Training camp of Kim Beyer. Correct that, maybe it should read, 'potty training camp'! Looks like he just might have the power to knock that ball off the tee, way out into right field. Only trouble is, he's not quite sure which is his right and which is his left yet. Just give him time though, before you know it this little Babe will be breaking home run records! Play ball!

For once in my life, I will be the first post. Only because I didn't go to bed yet. :)

first post for the day

<Toivo sez>: Look again, Ralph. Appears that Mohawk beat you to the draw for the Early Bird honors - - or maybe should have been the Night Owl :o)

By RD, Iowa on Saturday, May 8, 2004 - 12:26 am:

Toivo, didn't we see this guy's older brothers, the boys of summer, a couple of years ago on the Pasty Cam?

Anyone know what happened with the fire at the Bella Vista in Copper Harbor? Motel units or cottage involved? Also, is it illegal to grill out in any of the roadside parks in Houghton or Keweenaw counties? We thought about doing that this summer, but we won't do it if it means breaking any rules.

oh mother... Get offline, or i.m. me @ kthecute.
Thanks!xok

ooops... I forgot part of my e-mail address... its
kthecute1 @ yahoo...xoks

Yooper,

I will head over to C.H. in the a.m. I will let ya know what happened and get some photos.

Doesn't anyone go to bed anymore? It seems this website is more busy at nite. I think xoks is better than kthecute1

I read pasty.com in my sleep ... sweet dreams!

To John in Mi-----So you see pasty instead of sheep! Does the pasty aroma (an agreeable fragrance to you Yoopers) wake you up? I think that should be yummie dreams!

Look who's talking, bthecute1! 'Tis mo' like bthenitehawk, hm? ;)

danbury --- It's the best time to be on, hmmmmmmmm! ;)

And besides, danbury, I think I would like to be a Falcon; a much prettier bird. Hawk sounds so masculine.

Good morning todays picture is a darling a
early T-ball rookie.

Darling photo!

Just think, sometime in the future these happy faces will be shoe box memories, and the pasty cam will continue on!! God speed into the future Scotty! Aye Capt'n

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By Jack Russell, Shepherd, MI on Saturday, May 8, 2004 - 09:13 am:

On a future edition of Pasty.com, it would be interesting to see photos of dogs against a scenic U.P. backdrop. Dogs at waterfalls, dogs in rivers, dogs at the top of a scenic vista, dogs eating pasties, etc...

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By Mike-Transplanted Yooper-Redford, Mi on Saturday, May 8, 2004 - 09:22 am:

Children is what makes the world go 'round. Nothin' cuter than a little Yooper!! (escpecially if they're eating a Stillwater pasty or a roll from the Hilltop!!)
Like me & Dan from Fenton, they are lucky enough to be born & raised in the peaceful setting of the Copper Country.
Cute pictures!! Keep em' coming!!
(I think we all have a picture of us as children by the flag pole at Ft. Wilkens)

Kim Beyer's boys a year ago..the little one must be the slugger up above!

How ironic! I feed my dog pasties every Wednesday night, pasty night at our house. I thought I was the only one who fed my dog pasties, so it's nice to see I'm not alone. The one thing about feeding dogs pasties is that you do not want to cook them with vegetable shortening, you want to use strictly lard because it is natural and better for their digestive systems. As my dog ages, he tends to leave the carrots behind, but he sure loves the meat filler and crust! Sparky is a fourteen year old black lab who is fit as a fiddle, so I think pasties once a week may be the key to his longevity.

In givng pasties to dogs: Should we avoid rutabagas, for the obvious reason ? LOL
My dog just loves pasties and gives me the sad eyes util he gets some. Who could blame him ?
( No ketchup for him, he is a purist. )

Well, everyone beat me today. Lots of love to the MOMS and the kids that made them.

Michele Grisez has some shots of her puppy "Ginger" in the Guest Gallery, enjoying the view and the fresh air up on Brockway:

Welcome to the Pasty Central family, Ani Bernadette! Congratulations to John and Melissa, she's a beautiful little angel!!

Ah - nothing better than kids and dogs enjoying the UP! I spent many summer vacations up there when I was growing up. My kids and I are coming up for the 4th of July in Copper Harbor. Does anyone know the details of the fire at the Bella Vista? Of course we will go to the Tamarack and have a pasty!

This an especially uplifting page today! Thanx for all the cuties, Kids and Dogs alike!
Happy Mother's day to all us Moms....Whether we gave birth or adopted, or "stepped" up to the plate, or ...are just maternal when our loved ones need us. Love Makes the World Go Round!

Kids and dogs - doesn't get any better. Very heartwarming. Of course the gorgeous scenery is a big plus too! This is the best website of all time - - pleasant photos and shared memories. Such a delightful way to begin the day, and what a great haven for those who prefer beauty and decency. That's why it is so popular. There's no comparison in today's world. May it always stay the same. Thank you and God Bless to all the folks providing us with pasty.com!!!

Amen!

Did anyone notice that the episode of "Food Finds" on the Food Network that featured the Jampot was on this afternoon at 2:30? I stumbled across it, and enjoyed it immensly. Are the baked goods really as scrumptious as they looked on t.v.?

i talked to the pope the day and there may be a couple of phographers up for sainthood he believes in the miracle of great photos

Congratulations to all the brand new graduates of MTU, especially Miss Amy Huff, my darling niece. Good job girl. Hugs and kisses.

I feel I should amend my previous posting ,so as to cause my niece less embarasment. From now on, I shall be refuring to her as, Ms Amy Huff, my smart and capable niece. Graduating from MTU, Cum Laude, is no small achievment. I'm so proud of her.

Happy Mothers Day.... Enjoy the day ...eat pasties,order in ...let the men cook.. whatever
you do... just enjoy .... :)

Just a suggestion to all you dog fans- there are some
very nice dogs that are waiting for loving homes at the
Humane Society in your area....I, for one, would like to
adopt Magic at the Hancock shelter.

Thanks CCfan........I concur.......We run the second oldest animal 501 c 3 in Michigan and are proud that on Charity Naviagator that we are the only 4 star organization listed. We have 11 paid staff, hundreds of volunteers, and an unpaid Board of Directors. We have almost 9000 animals per year pass through our doors, and too many face touch choices because our inner city neighbors breed pit bulls and other dogs for money and then abandon them. We are an inner city Detroit animal shelter that will never leave, because that is where the need is. We have partnered up with various pet supply chains that provide space and support in our satellite adoption program. Please........SPAY OR NEUTER
We are tired of having to make the choice that 92% of the the animals that go to humane organizations face.......Please don't tell me about "no kill" shelters...When they are full, they are full. Your animal may spend years in a cage waiting for adoption. These issues are too well known to us. We will not turn away any animal. Again...it is so simple....SPAY and NEUTER to prevent unwanted animals. PS...this problem is statewide....not just the city....

to Steve the Flying Troll: I do so much wish that everyone in the world could hear your message. I congratulate you for what you do!

Steve The Flying Troll,
Glad you had a safe journey.
My daughters co-own a beagle. We adopted him at just over a year old. Scooby is now over 3 years old. It took a while for old habits to pass, but I'm proud to say what a great dog he has turned into. Yes, he has been "taken care of"! Everyone, please look at the little bit older pups. The older dogs need homes too. A little patience and your dog will be so loyal to you!
Have a great weekend.
Happy Mothers Day to all!!!!!

My hat's off to you, Steve the Flying Troll, for giving
those homeless dogs a chance. And folks, like Steve
mentioned, please spay or neuter. This country has
thousands of homeless pets waiting to be adopted. Just
go to petfinder.org and check out the ones who need
'forever homes' in your area. Maybe you'll find your new
best friend! Hope it is alright to make this message on
here, Charlie! thanks.
I love the photo of the cute little ball player today. I once
read that Harpo Marx 's wish was to see a child's happy
face beaming out of every window when he came
home from work.

Steve, Amen Brother.

You folks might want to forgo the act of giving your dogs treats like Pastys or anything else that contains a lot of fat. A dog (or even human for that matter) can develop a serious illness called pancreatitis. One of the causes is a meal containing lots of fat. One of my labs just had to battle that illness and we almost lost her. We are not sure if it was from diet (she did get leftovers quite a bit) or something else.
In any case, it is not worth risking a dogs life just to give it some human food that contains fat and both of my labs are now on high quality dog food and dog treats only. Save the pastys for yourself!

-John

The fire at the Bella Vista involved the building that housed the office, not the motel or cabins. The office looks like a total loss.

john dee one thing on pancreatitis several things can cause the problem one of course one is etoh abuse another is stones enzymes will damage the prancreas and will cause diabetis and also will not be able to break down carbs. and fats not the other way around one would notice nausea vomiting rapid heart rate upper quadrent pain ect. sometimes one attack can lead to death. the problem can also be chronic but be adressed early on any change in behavior should send up a red flag ect..