Extremely Urgent Phred Needs Our Prayers [Archive] - Page 2

Cinder & Smoke

11-20-2005, 12:41 AM

"Loved by Many" ...

Yuppers; you don't know how much that helps!!! http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/smile.gif

Furry Family, Pet Talk Family and Fire Family ... couldn't ask for more!
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Sunday 5:30 AM, ~6 hours after Sir Jury, still groggy ...
Open my eyes and see a tall shape in the doorway ...
"HI! How ya feeling!?"

Leave it to Brian to sneak his way into ICU! http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/biggrin.gif He'd just said he was "Family".

12:45 PM ... Pat & Joan, Tracy & Deb, Jason & Amanda arrive and form up around
da bed ... Nurse Bobby has to *fight* his way in ...
He reminded the "mob" that visits were SUPPOSED to be limited to TWO "Family Members"
at a time ... I said I could only see two - what's da problem?
He <grinned> and told "the Family" that I HAD *perked up* since they arrived;
then pulled the curtain across to cover the doorway on his way out.
"Family" stayed till about 3pm when another nurse looked in and "suggested"
the Mob might want to "leave for a while".

And then there were the PT Phone Calls ...

SORRY, to ALL who called and never really "got through" http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/frown.gif ...

Sometime on Saturday night I'd "X'd" a Contact Form - the THREE people the
Hospital would "talk to" about me ... Pat, Tracy, & my Sis were listed.
I didn't know they'd be almost http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/eek.gif *rude* to everyone else! http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/frown.gif

There were at least two or three Pet Talkers who "made" it to the ICU Desk phone ...
only to be "forgotten" between the Desk and my room! (All of 25 feet!) http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/mad.gif
I sorta remember hearing a few reports of "some lady" calling from a "Pet Place" ...

There were at least two "Lucky Ones" who got to Nurse Bobby - a really Nice Guy!
Johanna had a conversation with him that was immediately "reported" to me -
Bobby came in and said he'd had a long chat with "your friend from Cincy ...
Joe - JoeAnna - Joe?? ..."

How bout JoHANNA?
"Yeah! THAT's who she was! She sounded pretty worried,
I told her you were doin realy well!"

The other "Lucky Dawg" was Randi. - She got to Bobby, too.
He came in while the Fire Crowd was hiding inside the curtain ...
Bobby: "Scuse me; but I've got a Friend of yours on the phone -
says she's form DENMARK!
Anyone like to speak with her?"

I quickly filled Unka Pat in: "That's RANDI - a Pet Talker!
She really DOES live in Denkark! ... Please tell her I'm *OK*!"

Pat rushed out to do the honors and returned to pass Randi's Get Well Wishes!

Bobby later said THAT was a First for him - he'd never had an overseas caller
asking about an ICU patient before!

And Many THANKS to Miz Staci for taking the LATE-nite call from
Tracy & Pat on their way home after I'd been tucked into my ICU room!

I remember trying to tell Pat HOW to sign onto PT as "Cinder & Smoke" ...
then thought to suggest he might just CALL Staci and let her handle it ...

THANKS, Staci!! - You Did GOOD! http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/wink.gif

{{{HUGS}}} to ALL!

/s/ Phred
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shais_mom

11-20-2005, 01:15 AM

THANKS, Staci!! - You Did GOOD! http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/wink.gif

{{{HUGS}}} to ALL!

/s/ Phred
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No Problem!
They can call me ANYTIME to put me to work on a PRAYER PAWTROL!

Cinder & Smoke

11-20-2005, 02:29 AM

Introducing ~

"Mr. Bear" ...

My Walking Coach and Traveling Companion >>>

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Mr. Bear arrived with a Volunteer just before lunch on Tuesday ...
as I was *waiting* for the Doc to come and change my "orders" from
"confined to bed" http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/frown.gif to "allowed to WALK".

The Volunteer only said I'd "Like It" and left with a Big <GRIN> on his face ...

"IT" was "Mr. Bear" - a Bear-Gram from The Vermont Teddy Bear Company!

He carried a Card that said:

Get Better Soon!
With big hugs & prayers from
Paul, Karen, Miss Hoppy
and All of Pet Talk

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He's wearing a Checkered, Piped Bathrobe with a Sash and pocket,
removable Blue Slippers - with EYES,
has a Hankie on his right paw,
and a Chawklit Bar tied to his left paw, and the Bear Tail Story Book.

He's *NEAT* - THANKS, Gang!!! http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/biggrin.gif

We shared Lunch and curled up on the bed together to *wait* for the Doc.
She never came, but two "Interns" arrived and said I was allowed to"walk" ...

Mr. Bear said he wanted to come along ...
so we bagan an afternoon of Hiking in the Halls.

After a couple "laps" up & down "MY" hall -- I asked the girl watching the
"radio pack telemetry monitors" if she could "see me" in the ICU ward?
She said she "thought she could" ... so Mr. Bear and I haeded off to visit with
Nurse Cindy (Gud Buddie & wifey of a Fire Guy) in my old ICU ward.

The ICU Gang had a good *laff* at our expense ...
Cindy said I looked like a *Dork* in my drafty "dressing" gown - WHY didn't I get a
pair of PANTS on? http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/tongue.gif
Bear and I left to requisition a pair of scrub bottoms!

Barbara

11-20-2005, 06:18 AM

My five cent:
I would prefer beer to chamomile tea all the time and if you go to your local drugstore you should find a bath that says "relaxing, calming down" or something. If you first have that bath- rather hot- plus a beer afterwards (I think 3 would be too much if the size is a pint :D) you should sleep rather well. :)

Make sure Mr. Bear gets a bed of his own or he'll have to go to hospital after Cinder and Smoke introduced themselves ;)

jenluckenbach

11-20-2005, 06:26 AM

WHY was there no camera handy for the walk with da bear???

How are you feeling today?

Rachel

11-20-2005, 06:46 AM

I'm thinking that Bear no longer has his Chawklit Bar, and those fuzzy slippers are just the kind I'm imagining Dad wears. :D

Hope you are reading up on just what is the *good stuff* to eat. If you want to treat yourself, some pomegranite juice might even be better than that beer.

trayi52

11-20-2005, 08:10 AM

Hey Phred, Just want to know how you are doing today? Hope all is well with you and that you are getting stronger with each passing day.

Get well soon!

With love,
Willie :)

Cinder & Smoke

11-20-2005, 10:12 AM

"I would prefer beer to chamomile tea all the time"

Yeah ... I forgot about the Chamomile Tea caper ...
Y'all "forgot to mention" that stuff TASTES like Yuck! http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/eek.gif

Friday night I brewed a cup ... *smelled* like ???
Staci said I cooked it wrong - I Dunked & Heated in one step in the nuke box.
"Proper Method" = hot water First, THEN dunk da bag ...
First *sip* was an eye-opening experience!
By the Last *sip* I was convinced this was a cruel joke!

Dunno if it helped with sleep or not -
spent half the night runnin to the poddy getin rid of it!
Memo to Self: Smaller cup & start earlier!
Me thinkin the BEER might be the way to go!

"I'm thinking that Bear no longer has his Chawklit Bar, and
those fuzzy slippers are just the kind I'm imagining Dad wears."

Mr. Bear STILL has his Chawklit Bar! http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/tongue.gif
Sadly, his BLUE Slippers with the EYES are too small for me ...
I eyed them up in the Hoppsbittle as replacements for the classy "slipper/sox"
(short, thin sox wiff "traction bars" on the soles) that I was issued.
Bear still has his Slippers with the *eyes*!

As for Mr. Bear and the Three Amigos ...[/b]

Mr. Bear is watchig over me from the relative safety of On Top of the puter monitor.
Kat did a *double-take* the first time he passed by; Bowser prolly can't see that far;
and Cinder & the SmokeMutt are playing it http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/cool.gif - showing no *interest*.
And there's a few Bear Dens available in High Places that da Kat can't get to!

But if <shudder> the WORST should happen ... The Bear Tail Flyer sez:
"If your Bear is ever injured,
even if the family dog gets a little too friendly with your Bear,
just call (1-800 #) for instructions on admitting your Bear to
our Vermont Teddy Bear Hospital.
We will repair the damage or replace your Bear at no charge.
Talk about a great healthcare plan!"
Wonder if I could slip into his robe & slippers and sneek into Bear General?

"WHY was there no camera handy for the Walk with da Bear???"

Thankfully, only Cindy's Big Kid has a camera/cell ...
She was betting I wouldn't *get out* on Tuesday ... and had promised ALL
her ICU Buddies she was bringing the camera/phone on Wednesday!
(Some photos should never be *snapped*!)

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gini

11-20-2005, 10:26 AM

The "left" coast has been making calls to God often too. When I first got the phone message to call Zip - and it was about Phred - and she wanted to tell me in person - not leave a message - my own heart stopped a beat or two as well!

You've got lots of good nurses here who are giving you good advice, so I will leave any suggestions to them.

As for me, I am going to leave that line open to God and continue to ask Him to take good care of you.

So sorry that you got one of those "air conditioned" gowns - but probably everyone was looking at the bear anyway :D :D

You are well loved, Phred. I just wish that we could be expressing that under better circumstances.

Love, The Mom

Randi

11-20-2005, 10:46 AM

Phred, I hope I didn't disturp the big get together in your room too much, but I had to know how you were doing before I went to bed. It was a pleasure to talk to Pat - a really nice guy! :)

Concerning the camomille tea, you might try putting a few teaspoons of sugar or honey in - makes it taste a LOT better! ;)

Still sending positive thoughts your way and keeping fingers and paws crossed!

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Get better!!!

Edwina's Secretary

11-20-2005, 12:17 PM

I have it on good authority that Clam Juice is an excellent somnolence!

gini

11-20-2005, 12:36 PM

I have it on good authority that Clam Juice is an excellent somnolence!

Sorry, Sara, but that is spelled with a 'K' :D :D

momoffuzzyfaces

11-20-2005, 12:45 PM

I love da eyes on da bear's slippers!!! Talk about watchin everything dat goes on!!!

THANK YOU to all the ones who kept us all uppied dated on Phred while he was havin his adventure in the hospital.

We really don't need more of that kind of excitement though! :eek:

Hope you feel better with every day, Phred! Tea may not be as good as beer but it's lots better than Klamz Juice! ;)

Karen

11-20-2005, 04:47 PM

Not allowed to drink chammomile tea because of my allergies, however, there's nothing to say you can't disguise the taste and yet have the same sleepy effects. If you got cinnamon sticks in the cupboard, throw one of those in when you poor the teabag in, and some honey. It'll taste much less like swamp water.

slick

11-20-2005, 05:07 PM

Dunno if it helped with sleep or not -
spent half the night runnin to the poddy getin rid of it!
Memo to Self: Smaller cup & start earlier!
Me thinkin the BEER might be the way to go!
Oh Phred....this made me laugh out loud! It's true that chamomile tea isn't the greatest tasting drink in the world but I got used to the taste. Quite frankly, I don't drink much tea at all and I have found that a quick shot of brandy about 30 min before going to bed works wonders.....and it's not like beer that goes through you almost immediately. I had a friend once who used to say that he "rents" beer. :D

Now if that picture of Fister doesn't make you sleepy, I don't know what will. Nice to hear from you Phred and keeping fingers and paws crossed for a nappy time for you tonight.

Corinna

11-20-2005, 05:57 PM

I think sleepy time tea from celestail seasonings is better it's got some other stuff in it.
I can't beleive we are going to get into the Klam juice again it just never dies. Glad your feeling better. You take and listen to the doctor as you have 4 fuzzyz depending on you.

captain

11-20-2005, 07:13 PM

Phred!!!!!
You know I have been away for 2 weeks, and I came back to read THIS POST!!!

So here are my reactions ............ as I was reading :D

"WHAT - Oh No!!!!!!"
"Oh, OK, that doesn't sound too bad"
"Ha ha ha ha ha ha ............" in reaction to prayers offered and things said by Slick and Richard, etc
"Thank goodness - the pups are being looked after"
"Ahhhh, he is home at last"
"Awwwwwwwww, wot a cute bear"
"Ha ha ha ha h ..." - lavender :D

That's it
HUGS to you, gentle ones ............ and as the official BOUNCER on Thursdays ........ One Lite Beer please barman ...... and REMOVE the ashtray from Phred's bar area .......... he WON'T BE USING IT ANYMORE (will You, Phred????)

Cheers and take care
Love
Michelle

Tubby & Peanut's Mom

11-20-2005, 07:39 PM

Introducing ~
He's wearing a Checkered, Piped Bathrobe with a Sash and pocket,
....Uuummmm....did Mr. Bear come with his very own descriptive catalog or is Dad amazingly up on describing bear wear? ;) :D

Glad to hear things are going well, Phred. Getting out and shopping is a good thing - I prefer "pink sugar" with my cammy tea. Celestial Seasons also makes one called Tension Tamer that is supposed to be relaxing with no caffeine. I don't know about that Klam Juize.....might want to have the amblance waiting in the driveway if you decide to try it though. ;)

As for the beer or brandy as Slick suggested, 11 years ago now my mom had a heart attack and had 5 bypasses. Having a dry hacking cough after bypass surgery is common (I guess) and the only thing she could find that would stop the coughing was whiskey. My mom maybe drinks a beer or two a year, so I was quite surprised when she told me she was drinking shots of brandy for her cough :eek: but she said it was the only thing that helped and coughing was so painful she tried everything to stop it. Soooo....as long as the beer doesn't mess with your meds, I don't think one will hurt.

Which brings up another thing which most "heart patients" don't realize at first - if you do catch a cold, there are certain cold meds that you shouldn't take. I don't remember exactly what ingredient you need to look out for, but a pharmacist should be able to tell you.

Anyway, again, so glad to hear you're up and about and things are going well. Hoping and praying it stays that way! :)

Cincy'sMom

11-20-2005, 09:01 PM

Glad to hear things are going well for you Phred! We have returned from our journey in the desert, so if you need anything at all, we are just a short drive away!

Vermontcat

11-20-2005, 09:42 PM

Phred, thanks for posting a picture of Mr Bear.
If he ever gets tired of running around in his bathrobe and fuzzy slippers he can always get another outfit to wear from the Teddy Bear Co.
They even have a firefighter uniform that he can wear.
Have you looked at their website yet?

Tell Boots that Samantha was not happy when I brought my first bear home either.
I think because there are airholes in the box that cats are afraid that there might be another cat in there instead of a teddy bear. ;)

It sounds like you are feeling better now that you are home with your furkids again. :)

anna_66

11-21-2005, 08:28 AM

Phred I'm glad to hear that your up and feeling better:)

I think Debbie's advice of a shot at bedtime wouldn't be such a bad thing;)

PS
Bon says "Sleep tight".

cyber-sibes

11-21-2005, 09:04 AM

PS
Bon says "Sleep tight".
Awwwww, what a cute sleepy-pup!
Phred, you must be feeling well to keep up to all these PTer's comments! Bout that chamomille tea...I used to drink it "straight", the secret was to sip it, not guzzle it down. Really didn't taste so bad. Hey, how's Boots da kat at body massage, does he do that kneading thing kitty kats do? My kitty used to walk on my back (and my head) and knead it, always felt warm & relaxing -maybe you could make an appointmenst with Boots da masseuse before beddie-bye. ;)

Cinder & Smoke

11-21-2005, 09:31 AM

Awwwww, what a cute sleepy-pup!

Bout that chamomille tea...
I used to drink it "straight", the secret was to sip it, not guzzle it down.
Really didn't taste so bad.

Maybe you could make an appointmenst with Boots da masseuse before beddie-bye. http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/wink.gif

The Bon Appproach to sleepin ~
BigBed isn't Looooong enuff ... maybe I should try the floor?

*Guzzle* that tea stuff? http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/eek.gif
If I *sipped* it any slower - it'd evaporate!
I guess I didn't understand I had to FILL the Teacup with sugar or honey ...
never tried *chewing* a cup-a-tea before. http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/tongue.gif
Dunno how a Sugar-BUZZ can help with sleepin. http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/confused.gif

KAT da Masseuse?
He usually falls asleeep HIMself before much of a massage happens.
:rolleyes:

ramanth

11-21-2005, 10:04 AM

Hee hee hee!! :D Phred, you are just a riot and that bear is soo cute! Glad to hear you are doing better.

Rachel

11-22-2005, 08:54 AM

Hope you had a good night's sleeperz last night, Phred. If I remember correctly you always have been somewhat of a night owl, so seems like getting your inner clock readjusted to that of regular folks may take a bit of time. Add to that a bit of WORRY and it upsets the whole ball game, even for the good sleepers like me. Nothing worse than waking up at 2:22 am when all the worries come out to play anyways.

Don't expect you're drinking any caffinated beverages like coke, coffee, or re
gular tea. They can wreak havoc with a good sleep too.

Anyway, keep us up dated on how things are going.

momoffuzzyfaces

11-23-2005, 07:10 PM

gini

11-23-2005, 10:47 PM

Phred, I hope you are feeling better and have someone to have Thanksgiving dinner with or at the very least, bring it to you!

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!!
It will be lots happier for all of us now you are on the mend! :D

I could not have expressed this in a better way.
It is indeed a Happy Thanksgiving for many reasons - but foremost is that Phred is home with the critters and getting better each day. We all give thanks for this.

Cinder & Smoke

11-23-2005, 11:40 PM

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We're still alive & kickin! http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/wink.gif

Not kickin very high - but functional.
Chased the Doc again yesterday ... squalked about the NO sleep problemo.
Doc's Secretary called back: "Take 50 mg Benadryl."

I've taken 25 mg Benadryl for bee stings (very alergic to them kritters!) and
one tablet knocks me out!
Took 25 mg last night ... sorta helped - I actually SLEPT in the BigBed for a few hours!

Down side is the effect last about 12 hours = sluggish all day.
Took another Beny about an hour ago ... starting to "fade" ... BigBed tyme soon!

Turkey Day?
I've had a couple offers - I asked that we just *skip it* this year -
I just do NOT feel like "socializing" right now!
Between what I suspect is a Hoppsbittle-sourced cold (little stuffed up + koffin)
and my general run-down / no energy condition - I'm happy just *chillin*
with the FurKids and stayin Home!

THANKS again for all the Kind Thoughts, Purrayers, and notes being sent my way!!

I'll check in after the Peerade tomorrow.

{{{Hugs}}} to y'all!!

/s/ Phred
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Daisy and Delilah

11-24-2005, 07:04 AM

Happy Thanksgiving Phred to you and yours!! Chilling out sounds like a good idea. I'm a certified insomniac so I feel your pain. Nothing really helps me sleep except for just forgetting that I have a problem and then I usually sleep well about every 4th day. What can we do? I figure we go with the flow and hope for the best. Take it easy and enjoy your day. :)

RobiLee

11-24-2005, 07:57 AM

Thinking about you today, Phred and wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving. Please make sure you are resting up and healing. I'm sending out lots of hugs for you and your furbabies.

momoffuzzyfaces

11-24-2005, 08:06 AM

HAPPY THANKSGIVING PHRED!!! :D

I totally understand wanting to just chill! Enjoy the parade, your furry kids, and the day! :D

anna_66

11-24-2005, 10:26 AM

Wishing you and the furkids a "Chillin" Thanksgiving:D
Love Anna

Rachel

11-24-2005, 12:19 PM

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Turkey Day?
I'm happy just *chillin*
with the FurKids and stayin Home!

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Oh, I know that feeling well. Hope that someone thinks about bringing you a bit of the *left-overs*. Don't forget to check in with us as *no news* sends us worry warts into overdrive.

Uabassoon

11-24-2005, 01:14 PM

I hope you are having a good day resting this Thanksgiving.

ChrisH

11-24-2005, 01:20 PM

Sending special Thanksgiving wishes for a pretty special fella!
Happy 'Chillin, Phred! :D

NoahsMommy

11-25-2005, 01:45 PM

Dearest Phred,

When Staci texted me that night you were in ICU, I was worried sick. I had many horrible dreams... :( I went to church with grandma that morning and I prayed A LOT to God and asked Grandma too! I put you on the prayer request cards and have prayed and thought about you since.

I'm SO happy to see you home and on the mend. The sleep thing I can identify with...when you're a patient, your sleeping hours flip and you become somewhat nocturnal. Keep with the Benadryl at regular bed time hours and you'll be fine. :)

Just wanted to check up on you. I'm going to email you about some stuff, my dear. Keep on getting better.

Love,
Kelly xoxoxoxox

LoudLou

11-25-2005, 04:01 PM

Phred-
Hope you and the Pups... an Kat... have a nice relaxing holiday.

lizbud

11-25-2005, 04:31 PM

Hope you are resting & feeling stronger every day. I hope Boots
and the three amigos are taking it easy on you. :)

Tubby & Peanut's Mom

11-27-2005, 08:12 PM

Hey Phred, how're you doing these days? Haven't heard much from you over the holidays, and I really don't like the tone of your last post. Depression is common after an experience like yours, and I hate the idea that you might be suffering such a bout and not reaching out as much as you might otherwise. I hope some of your friends that live closer made sure you had company over the last few days.

Please check in and let us know how you're doing, even if you're feeling down so we can cheer you up.

Hope all is well!

{{{hugs}}}

Cinder & Smoke

11-27-2005, 11:12 PM

Hey Phred, how're you doing these days?

Depression is common after an experience like yours, and
I hate the idea that you might be suffering such a bout and
not reaching out as much as you might otherwise.

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Phred's doin OK!! http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/wink.gif

I'm really not "depressed" - just uppyset that I don't feel "better" yet! http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/frown.gif

Feeling "tired" is upsetting - but everyone keeps telling me it's "normal"
and will start to pass ... sooner would be better!

The local Fire Family has been "droppin by" evey day - bearing FOOD and company!
I've had "home cooked" for dinner every night - one more Turkey, mashed taters
and green beans in the fridge - and a promise from Unka Pat & Miz Joan of
"lots" more Turkey & Fixins just down the street!
Brian & Tami brought 3 months worth of breakfasts & snacks -
Tangerines, Pears, fruit & nut Trail Mix bars, and Brian's favorite -
Instant Oatmeals! (Oatmeal *looks GROSS* - but tastes GOOOD!!)

Today was almost HOT (55+) - so the FurKids & I took a bus trip to the BigLake Park.
We made two stops and took two "hikes" - prolly put in almost a mile!
Wasn't the "speediest" walk we ever took - but I lived through it! http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/wink.gif

Tomorrow is supposed to be 60+ ~ We'll go Hikin again even if it rains!

THANKS, Deb and ALL of you PTers, for all the "Worries" -
but try not to "worrry" too much -
I'm gonna be A-OK with a lil luck and a few more Purrayers.

It's REALLY nice to know I've got so many Good Friends!!

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{{{Hugs}}} from Phred & the FurKids

Barbara

11-28-2005, 06:24 AM

If I know one thing then it is how impatient you become after the first shock is through and you know you survived.

Take it easy. It will work in its own time - and unfortunately not any earlier ;)

Those hikes sound good. Every day five minutes more- it will be fun for doggies too.

Your food supply sounds purrfect. Enjoy it :)

sasvermont

11-28-2005, 06:45 AM

Is there such a thing as a support group for folks recovering from heart problems? I bet there is. When I found myself in a "situation" years ago, I had the good sense to get advice and comments from folks who had already gone through the problem and then some current having the same problem. You might want to contact your local heart association group in your area. I know it sounds sorta silly to join a group, but believe me, it is great support! That could be why they call it a support group! It is especially great for someone living alone.

Glad to hear you are doing fine and have a good plan ahead.

;)

anna_66

11-28-2005, 09:04 AM

Good to hear you all got a trip out of the house:)

I do hope you start feeling better soon!

Love ya!

gini

11-28-2005, 10:11 AM

Phred, it relieves me to know that you have such a good group around you to bring you good food. It isn't much fun when you are feeling tired to try to cook for yourself.

The walks sound excellent too - just don't try to overdo it.

You know you scared the daylights out of all of us so it relieves us when you stop by and post even a few lines.

From what I understand, God had to open a few more prayer lines for you - all of the others were busy busy busy - and He didn't want to miss any of the prayers being offered for you.

Tubby & Peanut's Mom

11-28-2005, 10:12 AM

Good to hear everything is going well, Phred, even if they're not going as fast as you'd like. Guess some of Terry's worry wart trait rubs off on my now and then, especially when we don't hear any news from you, so be sure to check in often - k? ;)

It's warm here today too, but raining buckets, so if you do go for a hike, don't forget the rain coat and try to hike between the rain drops. :D

I'm also glad to hear the "locals" are taking good care of you. :D

Oh, and what SAS said....I did some research on thyroids the other day to try and get some answers, and I determined I better not read anymore! Seems there are a lot of people who have had a much harder time with their thyroidectomy and recovery than I have. It was awful reading all the horror stories of people losing their voices and botched surgeries and such. My surgery was such a piece of cake that it makes me wonder what type of doctor these people went to....was my doctor that good? Anyway, I determined I'd wait until my follow up appt. to ask [b]my doctor the questions directly, but I do think finding a support group can be a good idea - which is why I went looking for one - but you also have to remember where the information is coming from and take it all with a grain of salt. I think a local in-person support group would be also be much better than an on-line one.

RobiLee

11-28-2005, 11:04 AM

[B][FONT=Comic Sans MS]Just wanted to check in and say hi.

HI PHRED!!! Be patient and let your body heal, Phred.

{{{BIG HUGS}}}

cyber-sibes

11-28-2005, 01:30 PM

Good to hear you're getting out a little, Phred. just want you to know that I stop for a moment on the "Smokey & Binx" memorial bench at the dogpark each trip & say a little prayer for you while my furrsters are running amok! (which is at least every other day!) On our way there now. God bless you, Phred, keep taking care of yourself & keep getting better!

manda_moo87

11-28-2005, 02:16 PM

You're in my thoughts Phred, take care of yourself. :)

momoffuzzyfaces

11-28-2005, 03:31 PM

So glad you checked in. Yep, I'm one of those "worriers"!
I was busy dodging tornadoes yesterday, so only just now saw this!
Relieves my mind considerable to know you are gettin lots of "home cookin"!
Enjoy your walks wif da kids but don't over do now! ;) :D

Cincy'sMom

11-28-2005, 07:11 PM

Glad to hear you are feeling better, if only slowly. You are in our thoughts, always!

Cinder & Smoke

11-28-2005, 07:56 PM

Bus Trip to the BigLake Park again!!

We'll try to overlook the "light rain".
Hey - where's ole Slow-Poke??

http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/rolleyes.gif
Ouwchie!

The ole legs & hips started to stiffen up not all that far from the Bus!
I guessed we'd gone about half the total distance we did yesterday when I
decided we'd better head back - before I had to crawl!
Good Golly - da Bus seems like a LOOONG way off!

We made it back (puff-puff).

Where's we headed now??

Back to da Ranch - I think Dad is a bit "Tired"!!

(Gross Understatement!)

jenluckenbach

11-28-2005, 08:03 PM

It's OK Phred, we ALL feel like that sometimes (especially me). Try not to think of how good you USED to feel, try to concentrate how good you are GOING to feel! You'll get back in the swing of things. :D

{{{{{HUGS}}}}

Randi

11-29-2005, 07:09 AM

Phred, I'm glad you're feeling better and getting out in the fresh air every day, that is good for you, even for a short time - but you have to take it slow and easy! It's no wonder you're tired after what you've been through, so instead of "running" to the park, perhaps a few rounds around the ranch would be a good idea to begin with. ;) Listen to what your body tells you!

Try to get into a routine where you eat and sleep at the same hours every day - there's nothing wrong with a little afternoon nap, but be sure to set the alarm, so you don't overdo it!

It's good to hear your neighbors are bringing yummy ready made meals - now, be sure to eat all the greenies too! Vitamins will give you more energy.

It is very likely the medicine you take which make you groggy, so have a chat with you doctor about a possible change - or lower dose.

Keep getting better, Phred!! :)

Sending you lots of positive and healing thoughts! :)

Hugs and headbumpies from,
Fister and Randi

Pawsitive Thinking

11-29-2005, 08:37 AM

[QUOTE=jenluckenbach]Try not to think of how good you USED to feel, try to concentrate how good you are GOING to feel! You'll get back in the swing of things. :D[QUOTE]

She's right you know - take care

Tubby & Peanut's Mom

12-02-2005, 09:40 AM

Hey, what happened to the "sticky" on this thread? I went looking for it and couldn't find it! Phred, in all your modesty did you tell Karen to unstick it? Naw-tee boy!

The reason I was looking for it is because you haven't checked in lately. We need regular uppydates to know you're still doing ok. When you don't check in we start thinking something might have happened so you can't check in, which makes us worry.

Come on C & S, let us know how Dad is doing! :D

Freckles

12-02-2005, 10:02 AM

Thanks, Debbie, for putting into words what I've been thinking for a couple of days.
Cinder and Smoke, just a short daily report would put our worrying minds to rest. :)

gini

12-02-2005, 10:13 AM

We gals would jump right in and tell you all about our aches, pains and fears.

I don't think it works quite like that with guys - you have to drag it out of them.

So Phred - we are all DRAGGING!!

We just want to know if you are alright.

ramanth

12-02-2005, 10:17 AM

*taps on mic* Is this thing on? Phred! How ya feeling?

Maya & Inka's mommy

12-02-2005, 11:18 AM

We just want to know if you are alright.

I must ditto that! How are you feeling now, Phred?

momoffuzzyfaces

12-02-2005, 11:31 AM

lbaker

12-02-2005, 12:40 PM

"Sticky Stanky Stunky" Gini is right [again, of course ;) ] You can run but you can not hide!! :)

Corinna

12-02-2005, 12:57 PM

Hey Bowser your turn i guess as cinder and smokemutt have left their posts at the key board. How is dad doing?

Cinder & Smoke

12-02-2005, 01:25 PM

http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/smile.gif

All is Well! http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/wink.gif

I never realized how many "Moms" I stilll have!

<ring>
"HEY - Pet Talk's *lookin* for you!"
"Momma" Johanna called just as I was starting this post to see 'How I was doing'.

She sounded pretty *chipper* - she took the day OFF work and Grammy is
watching the Mini-Monster 2-Legger - two good reasons to sound *chipper*!
THANKS for the cheer-up call, Joh!!

I *thought* I'd posted on here ... guess I didn't ... sorry!

Yesterday (Thursday) afternoon "WE" took a Bus Trip -
to the "Groomer's" for ME, then off to Wally'sWorld for some
Christmas supplies an stuff. Thought we'd get an oil change for da Bus, too.
I shopped inside till they paged for da Bus ... then unloaded the 3 Amigos and
we *supervised* on the cold side of the garage while Wally did his thing.
The Muttts resumed *guarding* da Bus while I fiished the shopping.

Off to the Bank; then "What'll we do NOW?"
We stopped at a BigLake Park on the way home - out for a stroll ...
Didn't take too long for EBBERbuddie to decide we were all "cold enough" and
goin HOME sounded like the next thing to do! ... WARM felt good!

<ring>
"Dinner is on the way!"
Donny arrived moments later bearing Shirley's HOMEmade chilli, salad, chawklit cake,
and Dawggie Bisquits on the side!
YUMMY!!

I woke up in the 'Kliner Chair about 10:30 pm - to FOUR pairs of HUNGRY eyes!
Ooopsie! ... I fixed em up with their supper and watched the news ...
Zzzzzzzzzz...

Dunno what happened with Letterman and Ophra ??? ... NUTZ!
But dinner was Really Good!!

The Mutts took an Outie and then we all curled up in the BigBed. http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/smile.gif

THANKS for all the continued "Worries" ...
but I *AM* feelin "OK" and a little bit stronger & Better each day!

{{{HUGS}}} to ALL!

/s/ Phred
http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/biggrin.gif

momoffuzzyfaces

12-02-2005, 01:31 PM

http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/smile.gif

All is Well! http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/wink.gif

I never realized how many "Moms" I stilll have!

/s/ Phred
http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/biggrin.gifWell, Now you know!!! :D

So glad you are feeling a bit better!!! I agree: warm feels good!!!
So snuggle in for a nap with the furries!

Cataholic

12-02-2005, 06:07 PM

Yippee!

It WAS nice to talk to Phred, even if he sounded a bit more tired than times in the past. Lots of concern, lots of prayers and lots of love will continue on!!

*LabLoverKEB*

12-02-2005, 07:56 PM

Awwww, Phred! I am SOOO happy to hear that you are just fine, and all healthy! Thank you Staci, for posting this! We all love you, Phred!

ChrisH

12-03-2005, 08:31 AM

Phred, thanks for the update, so glad to hear you are doing ok. Keep warm.
Lots of love and {{hugs}}. :D Prayers continuing.

Chris

Cinder & Smoke

12-04-2005, 12:41 AM

Whut'z he doin??

Dunno ... He's been inna fallin wadder klozit fur hafl an hour - Lhttp://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/eek.gifhttp://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/eek.gifKIT da
STEEM komin outta da baffroom -
Kat'z in der wiff him - gonna have a Kooked Kat inna minnit!
OMG! Dad looks lika Steemed Prune!

Hmmmm ... kleen jeans anna sweater onna bed ...
Hey Smoke - stomp onna lil Pager Button - see whut it sez.

"Reminder - FD Xmas Partee @ 6:30 pm."
Duz it say ta "bring da Kidz"??
Nope http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/frown.gif

6:20 pm ...
OK Guys - I'll be back "inna lil while".
Bowzie is gonna *wait* inna Basement 'Partment - in case he can't "hold it".
Here's some Bisquits.
Be GOOD!

NUTZ!

12:30 pm ...
Bout Tyme he got back!
LOOKIT da Tub a Leftoberz he'z got!
Nuff ta feed an Army fur 6 munthz!

Where'z Bowz??
He musta gone out thru da garage ... K'mone - OPIN da door - WE wanna go OUT!

Hi Bowz ... 'skuze us - we're headed OUT.
Minutes later ... we return an Bowzie barges back out ...
He musta furgotz he wuz jest out!

Let'z EAT, Dad!
Where's BOWZ??? -- Din'cha see him go back OUT??
Opin da door Dad - betcha he's rite out onna porch!
... Told ya!

So, How wuz da Partee WE dint get ta GO to?
*NICE* huh?
Hadda Gud Tyme, did ya?

He duz look purdy HAPPIE! http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/smile.gif

http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/biggrin.gif

anna_66

12-04-2005, 09:05 AM

Partee hu? Sounds like you brought home some goodies...hope those waiting pups got a few bites;)
Hope you had a good time!

Randi

12-04-2005, 12:04 PM

Ohh, a FD X-mas do!! :D That sounds like something one shouldn't miss - and you didn't! :)

Phred, I'm so glad you were up to it, and I'm sure you had a good time! :) Now that you've had a rest and filled up the fridge with the goodies (just get rid of the CLAMS if there's not enough space!), it's time to tell us what happened there! ;)

Are Cinder, Smoke, Bowser and Boots sitting in front of that fridge now? Or are they stuffed and just waiting for dad to come to bed and cuddle?

gini

12-04-2005, 12:20 PM

Ahhh, a partee..............that always cheers up the soul - being with good friends - getting a chance to see everyone.

Glad to hear you have been out and about Phred - and it was pretty smart of you to bring back food for the critters.

(and it is also good to hear you are having some phun!)

momoffuzzyfaces

12-04-2005, 12:32 PM

Now that just makes me grin!!! :D :D :D

Glad you had some fun and leftovers too! :D

Laura's Babies

12-04-2005, 02:07 PM

Me too, glad you got to go to a partee and bring the kids some left overs. I know it made you feel good to get out and they were happy with their left overs.

Cinder & Smoke

12-04-2005, 03:03 PM

... pretty smart of you to bring back food for the critters.

http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/rolleyes.gif

WHUT makes ya think he brung home Food fur US?? http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/confused.gif
All we saw wuz:

* Bag a ded Chickinz
* Bag a Pasta & meaty ballz
* Bag a Korn
* Bag a Taterz

Alllua extree Kookiez went to da Fiur Howze ( them guyz aren't *stoopid*!)

KAT wuntz ta knowe WHERE da leftober SHRIMPZ went?? http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/mad.gif
(Dad aint a Shrimp guy!)

Iffin we'z *luckie* - we mite get ta lick da plate aftur he hides da chickin bonez.

http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/tongue.gif

Rachel

12-04-2005, 03:30 PM

Hannah here..Hope your Dad didn't get any In-Di-Ges-jun from all the goodies. A few gas bubbles and our Mom thinks she's having *da big one*. :rolleyes: She tried to *eat healthy* last night and consumed lots from the veggie tray, hence she didn't sleep very well last night. At least that's what she says. Tucker, Dad and Me was all snorring away, so we didn't notice.

gini

12-04-2005, 03:34 PM

pssssttttt, Bowser! Go over and sit by Dad - give him those really BIG brown eyes......and let out a tiny whine........not too loud or long, don't want to make Dad mad :mad:

And don't forget to share :D :D

wolfie

12-04-2005, 06:29 PM

I am so glad you are doing better Phred!

Tubby & Peanut's Mom

12-05-2005, 09:56 AM

Wow, a party! So glad you felt up to going and glad you had a good time. I'm sure it helped a bunch to boost your spirits. Now....about those leftovers not going to the dawgs...... :D

LoudLou

12-06-2005, 08:04 PM

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d110/LOUDLouieandTheBeans/HiPhred.jpg

captain

12-06-2005, 08:42 PM

Loud Lou - what a lovely pic .....:-)

Sure Phred will Love it too!!!!

shais_mom

12-06-2005, 11:08 PM

aaawwwww

delidog

12-07-2005, 05:41 AM

Phred,
So Glad you are feeling better,and able to attend your F.D. X-mas Party....
Don't Worry,FurKids....Santa Paws will have Something Special for you all!!!
Loud Lou!!!!! What a Fab Pic!!!! Louie is Such The Model!!! I know that Phred w/Love it!!!
Again,Glad you are feeling Better Phred...

Daisy and Delilah

12-07-2005, 07:42 AM

What a cute pic Loud Lou!! Glad to hear you're feeling better Phred and the party sounds great. Take it easy though. You'll see improvements every day :D

Cinder & Smoke

12-08-2005, 10:45 PM

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d110/LOUDLouieandTheBeans/HiPhred.jpg

http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/biggrin.gif
You look Great, LOUD Louie!!

And HEY ~ The CARDS are Here !! http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/smile.gif

Dunno WHY the Post Office can't loose some of the bills like they do the Good Stuff!
Zippy's envelope wasn't in the box with yesterday's mail;
but the box had been opened again before the Mail Purson was due today ...
I looked and there was the Card Envelope!
"Extra Deliveries" on a Rural Route usually mean it got put in a neighbor's box
by mistake ... we all usually RE-deliver the mistakes ourselves.

ANNYWAY ~ THANKS for all the Nice CARDS !!! http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/biggrin.gif

And THANKS a BUNCH to Zippy for acting as PostMistress!! http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/wink.gif

The Cards send to the Hoppsbittle - 3 of em, I think - were Forwarded and
arrived - sorry I snuck out before they made it to my room(s)!
And the cards sent straight to the Ranch are *PHUNN* to get - makes the hike
down to the mailbox worthwhile!!

I can't explain how much I appreciate all the "artwork", Good thoughts, Kind words,
helpful suggestions, veiled threats, and other assorted "tips"!
And Fister even sent a lil Tuft of Fur!

Your collective *Imaginations* have brought many a http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/smile.gif !

A few even *chastized* me for causing a "scare" ...
Well, sorry 'bout that ... but YOU Guys weren't the only ones who got "scared"!
THANKFULLY the FurKids had no clue there was a problem ...
although now that I think about it, Cinder & Smokey spent quite a bit of time
perched in the Co-Pilot's spot *supervising* the drive home ...
Maybe they DID know.

Thanks, God ~ for letting me get them home safe & sound!!

THANKS again to all who send cards, Posted here on Pet Talk,
and sent Prayers to the Big Guy Upstairs!!
And THANKS for my Care Bear Buddie ~ http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/smile.gif ~ we had a
Phunn Tyme hiking the halls together!

THANKS, Friends!!

/s/ Phred http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/wink.gif

Corinna

12-08-2005, 11:48 PM

Phred , you must know now how much you mean to us here. We have to have our own fire guy. we love the tails of all the fur mutts and poor lonesome boots.
I hope the scare was enough to make you do all the things the hooman vet told you.
Merry christmas to all of you there at the ranch.

Rachel

12-09-2005, 11:18 AM

And
ANNYWAY ~
I can't explain how much I appreciate ......
helpful suggestions, veiled threats, and other assorted "tips"!

Hey, we've got a whole lot more for you, don't we? Maybe sometime you can update on all you have accomplished in working toward your healthy living goals. This is one of the sources I found to keep me focused: www.prevention.com

momoffuzzyfaces

12-09-2005, 11:35 AM

Loud Louie you look so cute!!!!

Phred don't think I've stopped bugging the man upstairs about you!!!
You are remaining in my prayers until you are 100% okey dokie!
I thank Him for getting all of you home safely, even though you took a detour!
Enjoy your cards!!! :D

Freckles

12-16-2005, 05:14 PM

It's been a week since your dad reported in. Suppose you could let us know how things are going now? :)

Rachel

12-17-2005, 06:09 AM

It's been a week since your dad reported in. Suppose you could let us know how things are going now? :)

Yeah, your *cyber sisters* could use an uppydate. :rolleyes:

momoffuzzyfaces

12-17-2005, 11:06 AM

Yeah, your *cyber sisters* could use an uppydate. :rolleyes:
I couldn't agree more!!!! :D

Cinder & Smoke

12-17-2005, 12:35 PM

Dad's doin "purdy gud"!

Sez he's "feeling OK" - 'cept fur da feelin TIRED allua tyme. http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/frown.gif

We needs ta get Out & About more - but Hikin inna KOLD saps his strength purdy quick.
We been goin ta Wally's World ebery few daze -
an he *wanders* inside ta keep da legs werkin an give da Seekurity Gang
sumbuddie ta "watch".

His big complaint is not sleepin rite! http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/mad.gif
Eber since he kame Home - he can't get relaxed an fall asleep inna BigBed.
Soon azza head hits da pillow - he getz nerbus & jittery an hazta get "UP".
Sometimes sleepin inna Kliner Chair werks ...
other times he jest plays onna puter till he kant keep his head up an then
crawls inna BigBed fur a kupple hours.

He got sum 'spenzive Sleepin Pillz (Ambien) that aren't the greatest ...
they sometimes Knock him Out fur a few hours; but he's like a drug Junquie
all mornin till the stuff wears off. Wally's Rx: Gurl sed ta bust em in half -
that makes em a little bit more tolerable.

ALL Things considered ~
Dad's a lot better off than iffin he wuz http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/eek.gif pushin up Dazies -
but he'd like ta be feelin a little bit BETTER.

Your Prayers are *APPRECIATED*! ... We think he could use a few more.

Meanwhile - we'll be doin our best ta keep him HAPPIE! http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/wink.gif

momoffuzzyfaces

12-17-2005, 01:13 PM

Prayers still continuing here!!!
I totally understand the being tired thing! My arthritis zaps me of energy too!
I have to rest several times a day!
Mostly, do what you can but don't over do, and rest often! It takes time to get well after what you went through.
Winter time is depressing for lots of us (me for example) but spring will be here before we know it.

Hang in there! We are here for you if you need us! :)

furrykidsmother

12-17-2005, 02:21 PM

Continued good thoughts and prayers to you!

Tubby & Peanut's Mom

12-17-2005, 04:00 PM

I know thinks like this tend to play games with your mind. After my mom had her heart attack, she wouldn't go out of the house for the longest time becuase she was afraid something would happen to her while she was out and about. Took her awhile to get over that, so maybe you've got some subconcious thing going on where you think if you fall asleep you might not wake up, which would explain why you get all jittery and nervous. Oh, and did I ever tell you that I'm not a psychiatrist, but I'd like to play one on TV? ;) :D :p :rolleyes: Anyway, I'm not one to shy away from pyschiatrists and maybe it wouldn't hurt just to go talk to somebody....

Glad you're feeling ok otherwise, and glad you're keeping those Wally World security guys on their toes. :D

Try to keep busy and be sure to check in often and let us know if you need a boost in your spirits. However....hopefully I won't be sending any snowmen on Christmas day pics to boost your spirits. ;)