Have a great time!Perhaps the following weekend we can make it work.
Afternoon now!!
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Too many things going wrong with Simon, and the vet trips are going to kill our vacation budget this year. What will be, will be. He's worth every penny and I will take every measure possible to prolong his life that I can. He's my baby! ♥
and we still have two months to go! It's.insane. I need to move out in the willy wags in a shack with a wood stove and live off the land. This is just ridiculous. The world has gone mad.
Sorry, pickles. Don't mean to leave anyone out or offend.
Praying he responds to the meds and things taper off and get much better. 
) It's $300. He's going to be 14 years old. I don't know if this is really necessary at this point.
Us???? Skim???Geez, Trace, as the old Mickey D commercial used to say, "you deserve a break today"!!!
I am very sorry to hear Simon is not doing well - I know how much you love your precious baby.
Don't give a thought to not reading....I do believe Pickles are most skilled at skimming and we all find it perfectly acceptable!
Turns out Simon has a gum infection and the lovely gingivitis so is on 10 days of antibiotics and a cream I have to put on the outside of his mouth. They also recommended a thorough teeth cleaning, of course he has to be put under anesthetic. (terrified he won't wake up.
Boston is back on. (don't ask - long story) and I am very grateful to my wonderful friend there. I can't wait to get the heck out of here, even if it is for four days. I'll take it.
I will be spending the day with Mom Thursday as Dad has things he has to get done with the house that is still for sale and she can't be left alone. It's going to take everything, and I mean everything I've got not to burst into tears around her. I know it will happen, so will have to sneak to the bathroom or something. Never in a million years did I think my Mom would get this dreadful disease and it progress so fast. I hate it. It's just so cruel! Anyways, that's the news on a couple of things.
Happy Monday. It is Monday, right? Ugh
Sorry that Simon is not doing well. It is so hard to see a pet sick, and have to make decisions for their care. We want them with us, but we don't want to prolong their misery.
Don't give a thought to not reading....I do believe Pickles are most skilled at skimming and we all find it perfectly acceptable!
Us???? Skim???
Turns out Simon has a gum infection and the lovely gingivitis so is on 10 days of antibiotics and a cream I have to put on the outside of his mouth. They also recommended a thorough teeth cleaning, of course he has to be put under anesthetic. (terrified he won't wake up.
Boston is back on. (don't ask - long story) and I am very grateful to my wonderful friend there. I can't wait to get the heck out of here, even if it is for four days. I'll take it.
I will be spending the day with Mom Thursday as Dad has things he has to get done with the house that is still for sale and she can't be left alone. It's going to take everything, and I mean everything I've got not to burst into tears around her. I know it will happen, so will have to sneak to the bathroom or something. Never in a million years did I think my Mom would get this dreadful disease and it progress so fast. I hate it. It's just so cruel! Anyways, that's the news on a couple of things.
Happy Monday. It is Monday, right? Ugh
Trace hoping that the procedure goes smoothly for Simon.. as Heather posted it is hard to make these decisions on their care and to know when we are doing it for them or more for us...
Hope that your day with your Mom will be special...it might turn out to be a better day than you imagine. Try to focus on the Mom before this awful disease took over... know how much your coming probably means to your Dad.
That is fantastic news about Boston!! It will be so good for you all to get away!
However, he is on pure codeine which clears the inflammation and takes away pain. His arthritis has been fine - treated with 2000mg of glucosamine every day. His heart and lungs are clear. The vet is very impressed with how healthy his is for an almost 14 year old "mutt". He is well loved, believe me. 
Thank you for your words of encouragement. I still can't believe we are going!
His infection is improving and he has FINALLY stopped scratching at his mouth with his paw/nails which was making it worse. He is healthy other wise, besides tracheal irritations that cause him to hack and gag like a goose.
I've mixed feelings about tomorrow. It's going to take a lot of restraint from me to handle the repeated stories and questions, etc. My patience is not the greatest at the best of times and when I am at my absolute worst, which is now... drugs will be my friend. She doesn't talk that much. Stares a lot which absolutely breaks my heart. Tomorrow is going to be a very long, rough day for me. I can only do my best and my Dad needs to get away and I sure do know how much it means to him! I just wish I were able to help him out more. Feeling helpless is one of the worst feelings in the world.
Boston. What can I say. Sometimes wonderful things happen when you sure don't expect it.
How are things with you?
His infection is improving and he has FINALLY stopped scratching at his mouth with his paw/nails which was making it worse. He is healthy other wise, besides tracheal irritations that cause him to hack and gag like a goose.
I've mixed feelings about tomorrow. It's going to take a lot of restraint from me to handle the repeated stories and questions, etc. My patience is not the greatest at the best of times and when I am at my absolute worst, which is now... drugs will be my friend. She doesn't talk that much. Stares a lot which absolutely breaks my heart. Tomorrow is going to be a very long, rough day for me. I can only do my best and my Dad needs to get away and I sure do know how much it means to him! I just wish I were able to help him out more. Feeling helpless is one of the worst feelings in the world.
Boston. What can I say. Sometimes wonderful things happen when you sure don't expect it.
How are things with you?
Sure your dad was so pleased and grateful to see you. It will be fun planning your trip...its only a little over 3 months away! We are liking our Pilates classes (we take it 2x a week). Howard continues to work hard, and long hours at times but we are grateful for our jobs.
Trace, that's great news that Simon is doing better!!
Was thinking of you today, and hope that your mom had a better day by you there
Yes, sometimes the best things do happen at unexpected times ...
I can't believe that Sam is in 9th grade! Yikes! And its over to the high school next year... times sure flies by... we are continuing our workouts, Sam really looks good... healthier and more toned
We have yet to see Oz... wanted to last weekend and didn't get the chance...maybe this weekend.
I honestly do not know how I am going to get through this. Dad apparently has been doing the cleaning/dusting and mom says he's been doing a great job. Oh boy. (my mother would NEVER have her home looking the way it did) God bless him, he does what he can, but boy, I spent a good hour collecting dust bunnies that would scare away a polar bear. I had to pretend that I didn't hear her because my eyes started welling up. Got up and had a good cry in the bathroom. We watched some television and that was pretty much it. Eight long hours of sitting there, some small talk and watching the mentor and hero of my life fading away into nothingness.
it's so difficult when the roles are reversed and it's us that need to care for our parents...try to remember all the special memories of your mom and know that they are there locked inside her head. Even though she may not understand most of what you say, something gets thru...talk about memories from when you were young... often times its these memories that stir and may surface in her brain. (mom gets gets her virgin style). What I like so much about her there (besides the safety issue) is the social aspect... always something around to talk to, there are outings once a week she can sign up for ... and ususally 3x a week, someone comes in to entertain. This past Saturday, a musician entertained with irish music. 
Well, it was a VERY tough day with my mom.
She didn't talk much. Kept saying she couldn't understand why they took her license away from her and that she is going to have a word with them and get it back. Yes she was!
Came home to Mark sick with the flu and Cassidie's ankle bothering her during badminton tryouts. Same ankle she broke in the fall. I don't think it ever really healed because of where the break is, (between the growth plates) the xrays could not give the doctors a true reading. To put the boot cast back on again, or not. Ugh. She will be crushed if she can't play badminton this year. We taped her ankle up tightly and put a brace on it and she said that she was fine. The tape is $6 a roll. One roll lasts two practices. Multiply that by who knows how many more practices and then games. Oh my lanta, I'm going to have to start selling my possessions!
Glad that Sam has taken an interest in her health. I wish Cass would! Miss couch potato extraordinaire. I need to work on toning next. Hard to get motivated when most days I can barely get out of bed anymore with all of this pain going on. All this weight lost and no muscle except in my biceps. Hahahaha. Congrats to you on your healthier lifestyle, too. I've probably already told you that but wouldn't remember if you paid me. No clue what Oz is. A movie, I am guessing. I don't much watch tv or read news so no idea what movies are out there. Haven't been to a theatre in eons.
Oh look. Another novel. I need to stop doing this. Blah blah blah. Shut up, Tracy!
Happy St. Patrick's day, everyone, wherever you are! Full turkey dinner on the menu here. Not because I wanted to, that's for sure. The bird was about to expire. LOL Kinda like me...
Mornin' Pickle Peeps!
Trace..
Do hope that Cassie's anke is feeling better and that you can find another support solution... like Christine mentioned, perhaps there is a better option than tape. Did she need to go any physical therapy?
Well we been hit with the nasty virus too... Sam had this 2 weeks ago..hopefully Mark feels a whole lot better today.
We are always here and can listen if nothing else...hopefully just having an outlet to share, can make you feel a little bit better yourself.
We returned last night from visiting my Mom and sister in Rochester.. always tiring, but always happy that we went. My mom is doing okay, she likes the assisted living facility, and when we went to see her on Saturday, we were just late for happy hour!
Hope everyone has a good day. After 2 days of not excerising, its back to the YMCA tonight.... and then the debut of the new DWTS!!!
P.S. Trace, "Oz" is the new movie out by Disney, "Oz, the Great and Powerful"
for all of my Pickles. Have a great week!
Morning!!! Glad your Mom is happy! I am glad to hear that she is loving the social aspect of it!
We saw OZ yesterday in 3D and it was very good. I was afraid Martina might be a little scared, but she liked it! We thought it was a good family film.
Christine, My multiquote for you isn't showing....anyway....hope that Mia and Spohia are feeling better soon! These viruses that are going around are nasty!
I hope to take comfort in the good memories, but terrified I will lose them, too. Just watching the subtle changes in her do me in emotionally, because I am such a sap. She's just not "mom" anymore. It's difficult to explain. If I could have any wish, it would be to take the pressure off my dad. He doesn't need all this extra stress and worry to shoulder along with being the sole caretaker of mom. (their wishes and we have no say in the matter) Stubborn. I know where I get it from, that's for sure.
with my Mother's parkinsons, she has memory lapses that still catch me by surprise... other times she's good about stuff. By your being there helps you Dad so much.
However, I've been lucky enough to have made the trips that we have over the years, whereas some people don't even get the chance to leave their own city. Ever. So who am I to complain?
The darn server will not post that link and took me back to an empty page. 
I despise this new server. It is horrible. Cannot watch any video at all and am bumped off every few seconds.
Oh my gosh!! I had a long, thoughtful response and was bumped off the internet just as I tried to post.
Trace...in a nut shell...I am so very sorry for all you are going through. Memories of previous trips are nice, but do not make up for planning a much needed (and deserved) trip and looking forward to getting away from everyday life.
Try not to worry about the memory loss - I have attended several Conferences on the subject (because it is part and parcel after the death of one's child and long term/permanent - also part of MS). With all you are going through with your mom and the difficult recovery from your surgery, memory loss is not unusual - most Drs are not familiar with it because they know very little about what trauma does to the brain. It may get better in time, but it could be a while. Be patient and gentle with yourself.
I so hope (and keeping fingers crossed) there is an unexpected change and you'll be able to get away to someplace nice this year. I've not been to Disney since November 2010 - life crisis just keep getting in the way. This year I am not going to torture myself with making a decision not to go on a trip - last year I tortured myself for months. Being able to go with Sophia in August and being able to Christmas shop in November and December must come before any trip to Boston or Disney.
December used to be a favorite time to visit, but now without a job and SS as my only form of income (and helping M&M) leaves very little. What I wish could happen isn't in the cards no matter how much I want it to work out. Just saying I understand and wish things could be better for you.
What the heck happened to our Minnie?!?!?
That's what they did. Shame on them! My poor baby. She deserves so much more that this. My heart just breaks for her. Anyways, starting another novel and I keep telling myself that I won't do that anymore, but my brain goes faster than my typing and bam! There's the novel. Sorry! 
