I took her outside and just happened to look over as she "made a deposit" on the lawn....and all I saw was blood. I immediately called and they had me bring her in. I'm waiting for a call from the doctor, as there was a power surge as I was in there (gotta love Florida), and their centrifuge went out. I couldn't get the results of the cbc, but we know it's some sort of bacterial infection....and hookworm. $180 later, we have a special food, anti-nausea injection and two prescriptions. (Is anyone keeping count on my pay out this month? A/C, car, now this????) She slept from the time we got home last night, until this morning....and just brought me her ball to throw for her. She is definitely feeling better. I've moved her up on the "normal puppy" scale to an 8 from a 5. She loves her new food, but was happy with the tiny amount I was told to give her. She knows what she can handle and what she can't. I have to take her back to be de-wormed after she is over the intestinal problems....sigh....
Last night was Betsy's first night back to work since the "issue" with the car. Lord almighty....I don't know if I can handle picking her up at 10:30! LOL....we did make a decision on the boyfriend though. Being that she is adamant that she is going to see him "no matter what", we have decided to allow him to come over once a week. I'd rather have that than have her sneaking around, and possibly getting hurt. I haven't said much about this situation here....it's been a tough year. He's a good guy....but they were moving way too fast. He is a bit older as well....and that does cause a problem. I know in the end it will all work out, I just don't want Betsy to be so "in love" that she throws away her future. Not that being with him would cause her to do that....but I want her to finish high school and go to college, and get on her own two feet before deciding to let someone else be her provider. I want her to have independence....to never have to count on anyone else to support her....
Last night wee one and I made fudge for her teacher....actually, she did most of it. This week is "teacher appreciation week" at school and today is "treat day". Her teacher loves all things chocolate, and I thought it would be nice if she actually made him something, instead of going out and buying some candy. We had a blast together....especially licking the spatula! LOL....I have to say, she did an awesome job!
Okay, it's after 8 and time for me to get moving around here....these bills aren't paying themselves....dang it....
21 comments:
Poor wee London, I hope she gets better soon. I know how it feels to have more money going out than there is coming in.....it happens to me most months! There always seems to be something needing bought or fixed. As for Betsy, she seems to be a sensible girl and I'm sure things will all work out for the best. Good idea, though, letting the boyf come to the house instead of having them sneaking around.
Enjoy the rest of your day ;o)
ah yes around here its been one thing after another I tell you too like todds dentures this morning. But when our fur babies are sick we just feel so helpless. IM so glad London is doing better and Im so glad you guys have a good vet that sure makes you feel better. hookworm poor thing and you know my doggies had that bacterial infection too back when we had the puppies.
OH I know and you worried the whole time shew as at work is she finding a way to leave and go see him?????????? even wtihout a car will she get a friend??????? OH I know the feeling you knwo been there hard to relax. YES Its hard to be a good mom and the punishment of taking her to work is harder on you than anything. It punishes us. HEY WE ARE ADULTS why do we get time out:??????????? CRAP It never ends!!!!!!!!!
OH man I love fudge yum yum oh maple fudge cocholate fudge you cant go wrong with that at all!!!!!!!!!!! I can see you two having fun I really can.
Poor London! Glad she's feeling a little better. Good luck with the daughter.
Missie
I'm sorry to hear about London...it's so devastating when our pups fall ill...I'm sending good thoughts your way today :)
Teens and dating...it can drive us batty! Last year when my daughter was with Matt I was in a constant panic that they wouldn't break up...I could clearly see he wasn't right for her and I tried to explain these things to her...when they did finally break up, after a year of dating she was devastated over it but I knew in time she would move on...which she did thankfully. Wouldn't it be great if we could pick their boyfriends for them!
I knew it was London, sorry for spelling it wrong.
lisa
my oldest, Megan, is 17. She has fallen "in love". I could write a book about what i am living thru day to day. I dont often talk about any of it in my journal but i can relate to you and Betsy. I often remember what i went thru at 17,18 with the boy i was "in love" with. What a horrid mess. I am sorry that Landon feels ill....sorry about the car wreck too! Take care, lisa
The teen years are hard....and it hurts when they make mistakes.....but we as parents have to let them make their mistakes and not see it as a personal failure when they do. You made a good choice....if you let her see him...he might lose some of his appeal...
Tracie
Poor lil London! We have just gotten a Yellow Lab this year, and we're having issues with him. This is my first dog. I didn't know there was so much worrying to be done about them!
I'm glad to hear that you have decided to let Betsy see David. I know all too well that when you are young, you will do whatever it takes to see someone. Especially when the parental units say you CAN'T see them. LOL... Betsy and I used to email back and forth... She does seem love him.
I married my husband when I was 19. And I think I would want to kill my boys if they wanted to get married at 19!!! Lord, with the crap I did when I was young, and what I put my parents through... I wonder what I am gonna be in for when my boys get older!?!?! I'm not in any hurry to find out. LOL.
Hope things settle down for you there. It does seem like there is a cycle where things go smoothly for a while and then BAM! Everything hits all at once.
Have a good day!
***Monica
Poor baby!! How in the world did he end up with worms?!?! That is awful! Glad you got him right into the vet though. He will be back to his normal self in no time! Good compromise on the boyfriend situation. I dread the day I have to even attempt to make any of those decisions!! And, did you mention fudge? YUMMY!!!! :)
Hugs and love,
Lisa
Oh poor doggie. Poor Poor London. And your bank account. Ouch! Rainy days!
I still think it's so cute that you made fudge. LOL I wouldn't have a clue how to. Or ever attempt it. Mine would be like lead for sure.
awww i hope london feels better again soon!
ttyl
emily
Aww I hope London feels better soon. You're making the best decision with your daughter hun, and I agree 100% about wanting her to have her independence before getting serious.
~ Susan
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Awww Sherry, poor lil London :-( sending hugs and get well wishes. Must've been stressful for you too....I'd have been worried sick. Wise choice re Betsy and her boyfriend. I've found to my cost if you "ban" boyfriends, they see them anyway.
Take care, lots of love Debbie ~xxxx~
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Sorry to hear that pooch is poorly, poor thing. Thanks so much for letting me know how wonderful the weather is there, the family and I came out to orlando about 18 months ago to do all the touristy things and I must admit that even in October the weather was fab, you lucky lot. Sam xx
Did you save some fudge for me? :)
I hope London is feeling better. We just dropped $200.00 on a vet bill for Jill so I am feeling your pain.
Gillie
Poor London!! It's always rough when our babies get sick, huh? Good decision on the boyfriend situation. I totally agree with you on the college and being able to stand on her own two feet.
Wish I'd been over to taste some of that good homemade fudge! I hope you made extra for yourselves!
Have a good night and take it easy!
Pamela
Hi Sherry,
Sorry to hear about London. Sounds like he'll be okay...bloody nuiscance though huh? I can so relate to you and Betsy... we went through the same thing with Rachel...I will have to fill you in some time..hang in there sweetie...
Lyn
Yikes!! Your money was burning a hole in your pocket in April wasn't it? Glad London is feeling better.
Lori
hope London feels better soon. I have had to compromise half way with natalie as well, I hope your compromise with Betsy goes ok. I am sure wee ones teacher will love the fudge, I prefer home made fudge to shop bought.........Jules xx
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Poor little London! I'm glad she is okay!!
All I can do is grunt to myself over the whole boyfriend thing -- These kids of ours! We should have headed off to the mountains last summer when we wanted to!
Send me that fudge recipe, our teacher appreciation week is next week!
Martha :-)
Hi! Betsy and her boyfriend sound a lot like my husband and I. He's 7 years older than me and we met while I was ending my 11th grade year. My Mom decided to limit our communication as well to 3X a week for the same reasons that you gave. We managed to see each other more than that, because we attended church together. We got married about 7 months after we met, during my senior year. Thankfullly, I did decide to finish my senior year and graduated with honors. I also attended college for two semesters. Then I had a son (then a daughter) and haven't continued my education. My husband and I have been married a little over 10 years. I don't have any regrets! Life, love, and the future are tricky and sometimes difficult. The only drawback was that I felt I had disappointed my Mom and in her eyes was a failure. Recently my Mom wrote me a beautiful letter and I now know she actually thinks I made a good decision. I found true love, happiness, and contentment. There have been tough times, but real love doesn't end. If Betsy is normally a good decision maker and the guy is good, then why not see where it leads. "Good" guys are hard to come by.
Tessa
The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord,
And He delights in his way.
Psalm 32:23
Note: The above verse isn't speaking of someone that is just "good" rather someone that is righteous (right with God). If your daughter is a christian, then encourage her to pray about her relationship (that is what I did). If she isn't then encourage her to become one and seek God about her decisions.
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