Thursday, July 31, 2008
Wednesday, July 30, 2008
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Sequia said... Debbie,
I miss you guys so much. I never hear from you and I am always thinking of you.
I am glad to hear that Jack is doing well.
I have some good news too!I found this website that is only for bunnies. www.bunspace.com
Anyways, Benji is now only $264.00 away from seeing the specialist!
I am thrilled!
Cynthia
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Debbie and Jack said... Just a quick note. Jack and I had a car to use this morning, so we enjoyed a day out. It was wonderful. Especially since the heat is returning in earnest tomorrow. I wish the rain would stay and keep it cool.
Have to run, but always want to let you know what is happening with us. Hope all of you are having a blessed summer.
Love and Husky hugs,
Debbie and Jack
Tuesday, July 29, 2008
- Debbie and jack said...
I tell you, this no car, no phone, no computer stuff makes you feel really isolated. I guess this is a good time to get to know the inner me. As far as I can tell so far, I am pretty boring.
Mom needed help to take Finn to the vet, so I get a few minutes to let you all know what is going on with the big guy, Jack.
I actually think his nose is clearing and for the past two nights he has left my room in the middle of the night and gone outside to sleep on the deck. I take that as a good sign that he is able to be alone. It looks like I won't be able to get him down for his fall recheck. No car and they won't let him ride on the train or the bus. I need to go before the 25th when school starts, but it is not going to happen. The car probably won't be fixed if it is at all until late September or October. So Jack and I will have to wait for a long weekend when I am out of school, probably Thanksgiving. So it is good that he is doing well.
Love you all and thanks for watching over us.
Love and big Husky hugs,
Debbie and Jack
Friday, July 25, 2008
- Debbie and jack said...
Today Jack and I spent the morning at the horses. The weeds are chest high. I sure hope the mower guy comes soon. But since the weather is so cool, we both enjoyed the outing. Lots of ticks though, they were crawling all over me as I drove home. Hate those creepy things! I am sure the horses are full of them, but there just wasn't time to check everything. It has been so hard to find a ride out there with my car broken down. My neighbor was kind enough to give us a ride today, so didn't want to impose too much.
Jack is still doing well, although he has a lot of yuck up his nose where I can't get to it. Wish I could take him to the vet to get it cleared. No money tho, so I will just be glad that is all that is going on with him. He tries to sneeze it out and sometimes I think he is successful. Poor baby just pants and pants since his nose is stuck up. Today seems to be a particularly bad day, while yesterday was not. Who can tell why, just glad he does have some free breathing days.
Little Finn is sleeping on his back, he now weighs 35 pounds that is a 3 pound gain since Monday. He is a handful. I spent this morning trying to find a no pull halter that would fit. Only Petco has it and I refuse to pay double the price of anywhere else, so we will just fight it out until he grows a bit more and can wear the ones at UPCO.
Must check for ticks on the dogs now. We are so lucky to have you all in our corner.
Love and big Husky hugs,
Debbie and Jack
Thursday, July 24, 2008
- Debbie and Jack said...
I am almost afraid to brag about our weather lest it change. It is so comfortable, a high of 78 today. A bit humid, but it is Missouri after all.
Jack and I have been walking and doing chores which it is normally too hot to do this time of year, like going into the attic. Normally you must take oxygen to breathe in July.
Spent the day with Mom and Finn. That pup has no sense of personal space and Jack's is well-defined. If you could only see his face as a puppy butt lands on his head and the rest of Finn ends up at his tail. Can dogs grimace? He was protesting at first, but now he just groans as if he has given up trying to teach him any manners. I do think he loves him. His previous owners came to take him for a walk with his mama and Jack was not at all pleased that some dog was with his puppy. Did a lot of husky talkin' which brought Finn back his direction. But the chance of freedom finally won and he took off up the street. Jack was pretty sad without him, but pretended to be disinterested when Finn returned. Finn had to do a lot of posturing to get Jack's attention again.
Well, better go see if the pup is up to something.
Thanks again to all of youwho are keeping up with Jack. He is doing well thanks to all of you.
Love and big Husky hugs,
Debbie and Jack
Wednesday, July 23, 2008
- Debbie and Jack said...
OMG Cynthia, is it your rotator cuff? That is excruciating. I don't know how they expect you to wait that long for an appt in such pain.
Got lucky in the accident we had, just back and neck and right shoulder. Not as severe as you. I am working at putting myself right again. Amy has a chiro friend who adjusts her for free.
Please take care of yourself. And by the way what were you doing by the gazebo in a thunderstorm. I can imagine you were rescuing something.
Love you loads,
Debbie and Jack
- Sequia said...
No worries Debbie. Just glad you are back safe and sound. I hope ther were no injuries in the accident. Speaking of acciedents...I might not be able to post for abit. (Ok I cheated..I copied and pasted from my psot to Joanna but you will see why...)My gazebo fell ontop of me last night in that horrific thunder storm we had last night. Spent ALL morning at the clinic because my right shoulder is in excrutiating pain. Turns out that I have arthritis and calcium build up. I also have to go for a special ultrasound to see if there are any torn ligaments. The appointment is schedualed for ...get this.... Aug 19th! My arm is in a sling and I was told to rest it. On heavy duty meds but it still hasn't eased the pain. I was in tears at the clinic from the pain being so bad. That is not usually me. Over the years I have learned to tolerate pain but this...man it is brutal. Ok, all for now but pleased remember, I am reading every day about you guys. I miss you, miss you , miss you and miss you more. I wish we could just up and travel to the states.
Hugs to you and JackCynthia- Debbie and Jack said...
The day dawned bright and cool and Jack will enjoy the day. Like me, there are a few days every summer when we really wish we could afford air conditioning. Now I try to reason that I am going green, which I am doing in every way I can. Hey I am not even driving, (okay, so my fuel pump went out), but I have walked to the store 3 days in a row, so I am benefitting healthwise and energywise. My mom keeps her AC turned up so high, it is actually more comfortable in my house most days.
Jack right now is spooning with little friend Finn(my mom's new dog) and they are both snoring away. So cute. Wish I had a camera with me.
Got my financial aid for school figured out yesterday. One thing done. I do have to find money somewhere to fix the car. Must get to school and also back to the vet with Jack for a recheck. Only $600 but might as well be six million to me. sure hope the economy straightens out soon. My problems are small compared to young families with children who are having to choose between gas and food.
Out for a walk with the boys and then to Meals on Wheels with a friend.
God bless you all in all you do today. Thanks for giving Jack back to me. Each moment I have with him is precious.
Love and Husky hugs,
Debbie and Jack
- Debbie and Jack said...
Cynthia, Can't believe I forgot to reply to you yesterday. Sorry. I will try to call soon if I ever have a phone. May just have to borrow mom's, although she has limited minutes. Or perhaps my phone will be back on soon. Ryan is working hard on that one since Amy and I are tapped.
Love and hugs,
Debbie and Jack
Tuesday, July 22, 2008
- Debbie and Jack said..
- Well I am back safe in the arms of my boy Jack. Was he glad to see his mama? And he had a nose full of you-know-whats just waiting to be picked. I guess he wasn't a very good boy for his grandma so the nose picking didn't go well.
The trip was hot and horrible and at the same time wonderful. The car broke down (serpentine belt), we got rear-ended (ouch) in St. Louis and we were on county road not even shown on the map most of the time. Usually got about 4-5 hours sleep and spent the rest of the d ay driving along the river meeting Paul and Brad with water, electrolytes and food. I am a speed camper now and can pitch a tent in record time and break it down. I know now that the only truly necessary thing in life is water, water,and more water, whether it be shower (heaven), drink, or toilets ( I never want to see another porta potty again).
And what is it about river dirt? It sticks like glue. I swear my toes will never be the same again. Can't tell if they are tanned or dirty. Anyway Paul finished in 84 hours (that includes sleeping time). That was 340 miles in some of the most miserable weather of the summer. It was great achievement for him and we are all very proud.
But the best part of the trip was coming home to Jack. He was so glad to see me. I missed him so, even though I had Mollydog and Louie (Brad's dog) who took very good care of me. When I saw that big white ball of fur, I felt tears come to my eyes. He is miserable in the heat and had spent a lot of time in the pool while I was gone. I spent all last night bathing him. It was fun. We both got in the shower and I sudsed him all up. He escaped twice and I am probably going to have to repaint. He even got water on the ceiling. Can't tell you how many times I stopped to unclog the drain. But now he smells wonderful and feels so much better. I still have some more brushing to do around his ruff. I don't know how that much hair is even possible.
Wanted you all to know that he is doing well and I am going to make his appt for recheck this week. A little apprehensive about that, but it needs to be done. After all they have done for us at the hospital, they need to see Jack again. Every little thing they learn from him will help the next poor baby who gets that awful carcinoma.
Love you all
Husky hugs,
Debbie and Jack
- Sequia said...
Debbie, I am so sorry for the losses you are experiencing.
I am just glad that you will be with your family.
Who is looking after Jack while you are gone? I can call you if you are near a land line if that would make it easier. Just let me know. I really miss you.
Cynthia
Sunday, July 13, 2008
- Debbie and Jack said...
Cynthia, I am so sorry. Things have just been so crazy. Two deaths, one family and one friend. The weekend has been full of stuff. have lost our phones, can't pay the bill, so am pretty isolated. I did however get numbers off today, like yours, so plan to call you this week while I am travelling with Amy. That is if I have any service with anyone's phone out in the boonies where I am headed.
Wanted to let everyone know that Jack has had no more urine dripping episodes. He only does it when I am brushing his back and pelvis. Don't know what that is, but not serious the vet says, just strange. He takes after his mama I guess, very strange.
Will be out of touch for the nest week or so. Have relative in tomorrow before a memorial service for a cousin and then leave late at night for primitve camping with Amy while Paul does his 340 mile river kayak race. Looks like it is going to be the hottest week of the summer and we will be camping near the river. Oh boy! Sounds great! Anyone want to come? Dont' you just love ticks. I will be leaving Jack at home. The river is just too dangerous and he would jump in first change he gets and the heat is too much. He will be much safer and happier at home, although we shall both be lonely.
Thanks so much for everything you all have done. You all are very dear to us both.
Love and Husky hugs,
Debbie and Jack
Thursday, July 10, 2008
- Sequia said...
Debbie, I haven't heard from you ,or anyone for that matter, for quite awhile. I was away last week but am home now.
Hope you and Jack are well.
Cynthia
- Debbie and Jack said...
Thought I would leave a short report about Jack. Went ot the vet and she could find no evidence of an infection. She says it is unusual for a male dog to develop urinary incontinence and she gave me three options. Treat with antibiotics anyway(very expensive), wait a few days and do another UA, or wait until symptoms appear again, do another UA, andsned to an outside lab for analysis. I opted for the last and cheapest. I am hoping it was a one-time thing. I had been brushing him in the pelvic area, tail, perhaps I caused some sort of stimulation to his urinary tract. Anyway I am hoping that is it.
Took the new pup and he was an angel. guess he has forgiven me.
Jack and I are going home to sleep tonight, but will be back in the morning to babysit young Finn. I fell like I have a grandchild.
Have a blessed and peaceful sleep, all
Love and Husky hugs,
Debbie and Jack
Wednesday, July 9, 2008
- Debbie and Jack said...
Well the pup is mad at me. A few minutes ago he got up on the kitchen counter. Just his front paws that's how tall he is at 3 months. Anyway he pulled the phone off (don't ask me how, I wasn't looking) and got tangled in the cord. He was running to get away but the cord held him and his feet were running but going nowhere. The terror in his eyes wasn't funny, but I was laughing. He is now under the desk and won't let me touch him. I think he thinks I did it. I had just told him no when he jumped up and crash, all H broke loose! Hope he forgives me. I am beginning to see why his name used to be Big Dummy. He is a caution!
Heading to the vet now, so am a little nervous Don't need anymore bad news. Found out my tire was not fixable. That was all I needed to hear.
Will let you know when I hear about Jack.
Love and Husky hugs,
Debbie and Jack
- Debbie and Jack said...
Going to the vet with Jack tonight. He has not had any urine drips for awhile but has had cramping and yelping while sleeping. Very weird. Hope it is nothing. I have no money, so this should be interesting. Glad I have a wonderfully kind veterinarian.
Had a tire blowout last night. Luckily not hurt and Jack for once was not with me. Did have a hilarious time while waiting for the tow truck though. That must be for later.
Will be babysitting Mom's new pup tonight. So the vet will be exciting. Wish me luck
Love and big Husky hugs,
Debbie and jack
Tuesday, July 8, 2008
- Debbie and Jack said...
Running into some problems with Jack. Tonight while I was brushing him ( for the umpteenth time today) he began to drip urine. I don't know if it just started or I have just missed it. At first Amy and I thought there was blood, but not we think not. Her #1 choice of diagnosis would be a UTI. Don't know if this is a new thing or if he has been harboring this since surgery. Might explain some of the lethargy he has been experiencing. I guess he just isn't feeling good.
So tomorrow it is back to the vet. I am trying so hard to pay off his vet here in town but every time I pay some, something gets added on. They have been so nice, but I have not been able to get this paid off in a year. How long can I expect them to wait? Well, I guess there is nothing to do but go and see if they will see him. If not, we will just have to wait and hope it doesn't get worse.
These are hard times for everyone. Thanks so much to all of you he has had his surgery. I could never have done that alone.
Love and big Husky hugs,
Debbie and JacK- Debbie and Jack said...
A really busy and oppressively hot weekend has come to an end. A new addition to our fur family has come in the form of a 4 month old English setter named Finn. He has joined my mom's household, so have been busy all weekend. He neighbor had a large litter and after resisting them for 2 months, one of them was returned by the people who had taken him and that was all my mom could take. She called and the wonderful little pup is hers. I think the two of them will be very happy and Jack just loves him as does Mollydog.
As for Jack, the heat if really getting us with no AC. But it will pass quickly I hope.
Have much to do today but wanted to update you all.
Love and big Husky hugs,
DEbbie and Jack
Thursday, July 3, 2008
- Debbie and Jack said...
Hi all,
After a stormy night and an hour in the basement during a tornado warning, the new day has dawned sunny and bright. I have so much to do today to get ready for the kids coming home. The fact that I am so excited probably lets you know how dull my life is. I just can't wait for the kids to visit. It really has spoiled me with Jack being sick. I have been able to spend so much more time than ususal with Amy and Paul. Ryan is only an hour or so away, but he is a boy, so not nearly so interested in seeing his mama. And of course since I have no AC, no one has stayed with me for years. They grew up without it but since they went away they have become used to AC, so my mom gets lucky and has them at her house. I really like the lack of AC. I am able to work in the heat and it doesn't bother me. There are ususally only a few weeks where I think I am nuts, but who could afford AC anyway? Of course I do look pretty silly in the grocery store with my sweatshirt on and it is 100 degrees out!lol
Jack is a little slow today. Spent a night of sneezing trying to get something out of his nose. Very vigorous sneezing. I didn't even bother to look, I just stripped my bed and took everything down to the wash. Today, the sneezing has subsided, but I think he is a bit sick to his stomach. I hear it rumbling from across the room. He did eat a bit of Spot's Stew at Grandma's this morning, so at least he has his appetite.
Been brushing him a couple of times daily and think I am catching up to the shedding a bit. I must be diligent however or he will get ahead of me on that front.
Working in the yard every day this week, I am almost caught up with my back gardening. However, I have gotten a rash all over my arms, probably from carrying armloads of yard waste to the back alley. I believe it is caused by hollyhocks. I love them, but they do make me itch. Didn't see any trumpet vine, but you never know some could have crept in without my noticing. If that is the case, I will be worse before I am better
Wishing a happy 4th for all of you and safe travelling. Jack sends love to all of you who have given him so much. It is hard to think that I would not have him now without you. Thanks again.
Love and big Husky hugs,
Debbie and Jack
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
- Debbie and Jack said...
Storms off and on this morning have put everyone into panting mode, except of course, my Jack who has no fear of anything, including fireworks. People started setting off fireworks last weekend in earnest so between the thunder off and on and the fireworks, Emma and Roscoe have been pretty stressed out. And I am sure with the fireworks on the weekend this weekend, it will just be awful. I had been working in the backyard on Sunday evening and was being showered with sparks from across the alley. The dogs were scared to death and despite my polite request to stop, it continued. I just gave up. I have begun to hate the 4th. Just another excuse for people to get inebriated and act stupid. It used to be my favorite holiday and I think it still would be if it didn't last for three weeks! I really worry about Emma, she almost begins to look glassy-eyed after so long and she spends all day in the bathroom backed into a corner. I turn a big fan on to help mask the sounds, but she still feels the vibrations. I do the same thing for thunderstorms. She was never afraid of storms until she became so afraid of fireworks. Everyone in my neighborhood is setting them off, so there is no way to keep them away from her.
Jack and Roscoe have come with me to post this morning. I wanted to bring Emma, but I can't lift her in the car anymore and my Mom is not help there. So just the two came and I left her home with two fans going. Roscoe has finally settled down and spending the last ten minutes barking in my ear as I typed. The storms must be passing at least for now, so I am hoping that Emma has found some relief at home also.
This morning Jack has been blowing and sneezing and actually flinging big green you-know-whats out of his nose at me. They seem to be wet and very green, so am a bit concerned that infection might be coming on, so will call the vet today and see what they think. He has been terribly lethargic this week unless we get visitors,but he even greets them halfheartedly. He has been grumpy with his siblings also which is very unlike him. Hoping it is nothing. His appetite is good and I am heading to check his weight today. I have not seen him eat the last two days albeit his bowl has been empty. That could be my little pudge, Emma, getting some extra food. LOL Just what she needs.
Ryan is home today so he is taking me to lunch which will be fun. I am really looking forward to spending some time with him. Amy comes home tomorrow and is off for three weeks? Her summer break. She is in her last two finals, Food Animal and Orthopedic Surgery today. I am sure she is as anxious for tomorrow as I am. Can't wait to see her for an actual visit, not just hi and bye in a day.
Probably am rambling on now. I am wishing all of you a blessed and safe 4th and hoping you all can find time to spend with family and friends.
Jack will be wearing his red white and blue tomorrow. Hope I can get a picture to show all of you his extended family. God bless you all for helping us.
Love and Husky hugs,
Debbie and Jack
- Debbie and Jack said...
I can't believe I forgot to thank Jo for posting the pictures of Jack. My computer knowledge is very limited and I don't know what I would do without her.
D & J
I made a mistake. It isn't $264.00 but $164.00 away!
Cynthia
July 30, 2008 11:07:00 PM EDT