What's New Saturday?
Hi, All:
It's only 9:15 p.m. here on the West Coast -- but it's after midnight on the East Coast so I thought I'd start tomorrow's thread.
A lot has happened on OFF this past week. What are your plans for Saturday?
Ron and I are going to have breakfast (or brunch) at a new restaurant here in town. This is a small town but there are quite a few places to choose from if you want to eat out as we're geared for tourists here.
We went to see mom today. She lives at an assisted living facility in town. Her mental confusion continues and is, in fact, progressing. I talked to the visiting nurse where she lives and she told me they agree that there has been a sharp decline over the last six to eight weeks. The nurse is recommending that mom have a neuro psych eval and is planning on suggesting that to mom's dr. I'm afraid that mom will not agree to having it done. It's unclear, at this time, what form of dementia mom suffers from.
I am so fortunate to have my hubby, Ron by my side. He lifts me up when I get down about things -- and seeing my therapist helps too.
I hope that you have a really good weekend.
Cindy P.
It's only 9:15 p.m. here on the West Coast -- but it's after midnight on the East Coast so I thought I'd start tomorrow's thread.
A lot has happened on OFF this past week. What are your plans for Saturday?
Ron and I are going to have breakfast (or brunch) at a new restaurant here in town. This is a small town but there are quite a few places to choose from if you want to eat out as we're geared for tourists here.
We went to see mom today. She lives at an assisted living facility in town. Her mental confusion continues and is, in fact, progressing. I talked to the visiting nurse where she lives and she told me they agree that there has been a sharp decline over the last six to eight weeks. The nurse is recommending that mom have a neuro psych eval and is planning on suggesting that to mom's dr. I'm afraid that mom will not agree to having it done. It's unclear, at this time, what form of dementia mom suffers from.
I am so fortunate to have my hubby, Ron by my side. He lifts me up when I get down about things -- and seeing my therapist helps too.
I hope that you have a really good weekend.
Cindy P.
Hello everyone
Well, one week down and only thirteen more to go in this semester!! LOL I really do like my job, but it is very tiring and carrying around 90 excess pounds of fat doesn't help. There are days that I don't think that I'll make it to the parking lot after work. This wls better happen by this spring/summer so that I will feel better starting all over again next fall.
Even though I am tired already, I have met most of my students and this could be a fun and interesting semester. The young students (18/19) bring a lot of energy to class and I always look forward to the things they will say. There's never a dull moment!
Annette- I'm sorry that you lost Joey - I know that you cared very much for him. It's so hard to lose a pet.
My little German shepherd, Creena, is ill again. She was sick in November and now she has a fever again. She's on antibiotics and the vet thinks that after the pills are through, we should have her blood tested and have her x-rayed and an ultrasound done. Creena has had problems with her blood, and the vet wants to rule out, or find, anything ominous. Creena, the runt of the litter, is only 65 pounds and when she is sick, she looks like a frail little old woman. I love her to bits and I'll do what is best for her. As long as her quality of life is good, I'll have done what needs to be done. Right now, she is snoring behind me and a few minutes ago, she growled at my big dog, so I know that she is beginning to feel a little better already.
Cindy - I am sorry that your mother's condition is worsening and I'm glad that you have such a supportive husband.
I'm off to bed - hate those 8 o'clock classes! Night all
Margaret
Well, one week down and only thirteen more to go in this semester!! LOL I really do like my job, but it is very tiring and carrying around 90 excess pounds of fat doesn't help. There are days that I don't think that I'll make it to the parking lot after work. This wls better happen by this spring/summer so that I will feel better starting all over again next fall.
Even though I am tired already, I have met most of my students and this could be a fun and interesting semester. The young students (18/19) bring a lot of energy to class and I always look forward to the things they will say. There's never a dull moment!
Annette- I'm sorry that you lost Joey - I know that you cared very much for him. It's so hard to lose a pet.
My little German shepherd, Creena, is ill again. She was sick in November and now she has a fever again. She's on antibiotics and the vet thinks that after the pills are through, we should have her blood tested and have her x-rayed and an ultrasound done. Creena has had problems with her blood, and the vet wants to rule out, or find, anything ominous. Creena, the runt of the litter, is only 65 pounds and when she is sick, she looks like a frail little old woman. I love her to bits and I'll do what is best for her. As long as her quality of life is good, I'll have done what needs to be done. Right now, she is snoring behind me and a few minutes ago, she growled at my big dog, so I know that she is beginning to feel a little better already.
Cindy - I am sorry that your mother's condition is worsening and I'm glad that you have such a supportive husband.
I'm off to bed - hate those 8 o'clock classes! Night all
Margaret
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on 1/10/09 12:11 am - Park Forest, IL
on 1/10/09 12:11 am - Park Forest, IL
Margaret,
I hope your Creena starts getting better. As I wrote to George our pets are such an important part of our families. When they hurt we hurt.
Paulette
I hope your Creena starts getting better. As I wrote to George our pets are such an important part of our families. When they hurt we hurt.
Paulette
Thank you for starting this Cindy. Hope everyone has a good day.
Cindy, prayers are with your mom.
What a day! While I was in the hospital, we did not send out our mortgage payment. The Lord did that for a reason.
While I was in, my dog, my buddy, my pal, impaled himself on something. We don't know what. He was hurt. He would not jump on me when I came home from the hospital. His tail was not wagging. We treated it with neosporin, but it still looked bad. Took him to the vet. $755 surgery bill. But tonight, his tail is wagging and HE JUMPED UP ON ME. Thank you Lord.
Also tonight, went to see Gran Torino. If you get a chance, go. Excellent movie.
Cindy, prayers are with your mom.
What a day! While I was in the hospital, we did not send out our mortgage payment. The Lord did that for a reason.
While I was in, my dog, my buddy, my pal, impaled himself on something. We don't know what. He was hurt. He would not jump on me when I came home from the hospital. His tail was not wagging. We treated it with neosporin, but it still looked bad. Took him to the vet. $755 surgery bill. But tonight, his tail is wagging and HE JUMPED UP ON ME. Thank you Lord.
Also tonight, went to see Gran Torino. If you get a chance, go. Excellent movie.
GOD BLESS AMERICA!!!!!
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on 1/10/09 12:09 am - Park Forest, IL
on 1/10/09 12:09 am - Park Forest, IL
Hi George,
Glad to hear your dog is doing better. Very scary when our pets hurt and they can''t tell us what's wrong. Our pets are such an important part of our families.
Earl wants to go see Grand Torino. Maybe on Sunday afternoon, since he is having surgery on Tuesday.
have a great day,
Paulette
Glad to hear your dog is doing better. Very scary when our pets hurt and they can''t tell us what's wrong. Our pets are such an important part of our families.
Earl wants to go see Grand Torino. Maybe on Sunday afternoon, since he is having surgery on Tuesday.
have a great day,
Paulette
Cindy - I feel for you having to see your Mom's condition advance. It is hard but I am glad you have your hubby for support.
Margaret - Poor little Creena. I hope the Vet gets to the cause of the problems.
George - That was a big Vet bill but I am happy to hear your buddy is feeling better.
The tears for Joey have slowed down finally. Can we become dehydrated from crying? - it felt like it. Food wouldn't go down but I tried to drink some extra liquids. I don't know if the cats are reacting to my grief or if they are missing Joey, but they have piled on top of me. I look like a black fur blanket.
Our weight loss journey is not JUST about what we eat or how much we exercise. Events in our lives and every day emotions factor in immensely. It helps to know you are here to listen to me blathering about my day. When I am down, you lift me up. If I am confused and don't know where to turn, you nudge me in the right direction. As I offer suggestions it makes me feel good to know I may have helped you in return. Thank you one and all
Kisses
Annette
Annette 
Oh Honey, I wasn't around yesterday and didn't see the post about Joey, so I'm just now seeing it. I'm so very sorry you've lost him. Pets give us so much unconditional love and it's the saddest thing to lose one.
We have a very old dog (15 in May) who is on the decline and neither one of us wants to even bring up the subject of what this year my bring with him. We just enjoy him while he's here, as neurotic as he is....LOL
Warm hugs and thoughts to you, George and the kids
We have a very old dog (15 in May) who is on the decline and neither one of us wants to even bring up the subject of what this year my bring with him. We just enjoy him while he's here, as neurotic as he is....LOL
Warm hugs and thoughts to you, George and the kids
Susan
Every time I have a friend lose a pet, I send them this. When it is an internet family member I post it. So here it is:
Rainbow Bridge
Rainbow Bridge
Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.
When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge.
There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together.
There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.
All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by.
The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.
They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.
You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.
Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....
Author unknown...
GOD BLESS AMERICA!!!!!
Oh my dear, Annette, my heart is breaking for you. I know how it hurts to have to say good bye for now to a furbaby. It is never easy and the hole that is left in our hearts and our life can never be mended. With time it gets better but is always there. Just remember that they wait for us in a place unknown to us and that helps to make that place a spot that is no longer unknown. Joey waits for you with anticipation and when he sees you he, too, will complete. Until that day memories must do. And I know there are many of those tucked deep into that heart of yours. Please know that my Misty is sending her furry little hugs and kisses to you and the other little ones too, just as I am. Joey loved his "mommy" and he knows that you did what was best for him just as you did all the time you had him. They look to us to be their advocate since they can't be one for themselves and you did a fine job of that. Tears are a healing thing and I am so glad that they are coming easily to you. I knew they would since you are such a kind and loving person to everyone and everything. Sometimes it hurts to be but I wouldn't want to be any different just as I know you wouldn't want to be either. I am sending lots of loving and healing hugs to you all.
It's not what you gather, but what you scatter
that tells what kind of life you have lived.
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