I expect the uncontrolled chaos of fireworks to begin tonight, and as I anticipate the sheer Hell that Radar and Leela will go through, I can't help but think that I am not the only one.
- We crank the TV sound up to try to drown out the booms.
- We have prescription sedatives for the dogs from our Vet.
- We place covers over the crates, so they can try to hide.
- None of these acts are fully effective.
I no longer enjoy New Year's Eve or the fourth of July. I do my best to comfort my family - it's never enough.
I don't want to spoil everyone's fun, and I don't want to be a cranky old bastard.
BUT...
I can't help it when my family suffers. It bothers me most that in most places (including where I live) this is illegal activity that NEVER gets enforced. I don't smoke pot, but I wish we treated it with as much indifference.
Also, those mortar fireworks are expensive. Imagine half or most of that $$$ going to support a charity, to a much needed trainer, or saved for a rainy day or an adventure? That beats 2 seconds of boom doesn't it?
Rant over.
I wish every one a Happy New Year. Be safe.