Ptcapote

I love, love Pugs. Just looking at them makes me happy. I had one and, sadly, lost him in a messy, alcoholic-fueled breakup with my ex two years ago. He's fine but I miss him everyday.

And the quote? My philosophy on life. Or at least most days . You can't control what other people think or do. The only person you have sovereignty over is you.

So this avatar combines two of my favorite things.

Great thread, Zube, thanks. And your story brought tears to my eyes. Thanks also for sharing that...You're an inspiration with your sobriety and outlook.

alphaomega

PT - your avatar makes me laugh out loud every time I see it. It's absolutely joy provoking !

beancounter26

After my first post on SR on November 1, 2013 I Googled the word "Hope" in images and found this image of a little girl in a darkened place holding a heart balloon. It was very touching because I felt like a scared little girl in a very dark place but knew there was hope and love, even in the darkness. 23 days later, and I love my avatar and the person who is evolving in recovery. Thank you to my SR friends who help me every single day!

mfanch

DWENNIMMEN
"ram's horns"

A West African symbol of humility together with strength.

The ram will fight fiercely against an adversary, but it also submits humbly to slaughter, emphasizing that even the strong need to be humble.

Banquo

Mine is a Tardis. Nothing more needs to be said!

Zube

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This is my other boy Cubbie, at Halloween! PT, I figured as a pug lover you'd like this. Lol.
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mfanch

OMG Zube, he is precious. And that's coming from one who doesn't like dogs.

(I think if I were forced to own one, it would be a pug. I LOVE their tails.)

ru12

Mine reminds me that there is an escape from suffering and that happiness is an inside job.

least

Mine indicates how I feel some of the time. It's a picture of bi polar (I call it manic depression).

Venecia

I've wondered about avatars, too. Zube, your story is so poignant and inspirational. Mister is a nice-looking dog and it sounds like the two of you were meant to be.

Enjoying all the stories so far, but want to give a shout-out to Beancounter. Another avatar explanation that enriches us all. I am really proud of you!

Mine? Easy. Hydrangeas are my favorite flower!

Ptcapote

Zube! I love Cubbie! He's fabulous. And I used to dress my Pug up for Halloween too. I felt bad but I was also kind of like, "C'mon, if you were made to look like that, there is simply no option but to dress you up in silly outfits to amuse humanity!"

Thankfully, Pugs are normally so good spirited they never seem to mind But they do always wear that "Dude, seriously?!" expression.

ippochick

I WANT A PUG.

*sulks*

wiscsober

couldn't resist changing mine after seeing the pugs....this is my son's dog at LAX.

tootsl1

Mine is the ever loving always happy Molly, her picture has changed several times through the year, but as she enjoys the season, she has asked for this picture to be set for the next few months!

KateL

Mine is a bitstrip cartoon from my facebook. Bit boring

wiscsober

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alphaomega

Ippo - and how do you think Ms. Thang aka Stella would fare with that ?

The introduction alone would be worth the price of admission !!

SpartanGreen

Mine means 2013 Big Ten football champions! (I hope)

Eddiebuckle

Serenity and the joy to be alive.

Tamerua

I like to laugh and I love grumpy cat.