Wednesday, July 2, 2008
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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 -
July 3, 2008 at 11:14:00 AM EDT
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
July 2, 2008 11:01:00 AM EDT
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
July 2, 2008 11:04:00 AM EDT