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

July 22, 2008 4:09:00 PM EDT

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

July 13, 2008 10:14:00 PM EDT