Do any of you have prayer requests?? [Archive] - Page 6

anna_66

02-05-2008, 05:58 AM

Medusa I'm sorry to hear about your son, I pray he will be doing better soon.

Twisterdog, I'm also sorry to hear about your your dad passing away & son. I know how hard it must be for him, being so young and all. I hope his surgery goes well. You and your family will be in my prayers.

I talked to Robin yesterday and she is in her words "not well":( The way she talks really upset me. She really feels her life isn't worth living any more.
Not a good thing to talk to her before I went to work.I'm not sure if I'm more mad or sad for her:o

Thank you all for keeping her in your thoughts and prayers. She could use as many as she can get.

catfamily

02-05-2008, 06:56 AM

that is so very sad that Robin feels not worthy enough to live.
I am also sorry for not realizing that this was her problem.
I thought she was physically abused,glad I was told otherwise.sorry for the misunderstanding.

i hope she realizes how important she is in this world.
we all are...each and every one of us.
we all have different purposes for being here.if she could just find something to look forward to after she gets healed...it would be a wonderful postive outlook for her.something she could think about doing for others after she gets herself healed.

Ginger's Mom

02-05-2008, 08:55 AM

I checked this thread earlier this morning and just couldn't respond. How very sad. Twisterdog, I will pray for your son, he is so young to go through this alone. Anna, please tell Robin that we all love her and need to have her take care of herself; prayers continuing for Robin.

Medusa

02-05-2008, 10:18 AM

My thoughts and prayers are w/you and your son, Twisterdog. He may feel alone but, as we know, we are never truly alone.

Catty1

02-05-2008, 11:45 AM

Anna, I hope Robin is still in the hospital and getting care!

Again, Twisterdog, I hope someone turns up that is a real friend to your son; and I hope he knows that you are there with him, even not in person.

Mary, haven't been to your thread about your son yet, but prayers that all turns out well!

{{{{hugs}}}}

lizbud

02-05-2008, 12:19 PM

I talked to Robin yesterday and she is in her words "not well":( The way she talks really upset me. She really feels her life isn't worth living any more.
Not a good thing to talk to her before I went to work.I'm not sure if I'm more mad or sad for her:o

Thank you all for keeping her in your thoughts and prayers. She could use as many as she can get.

I agree Anna. Prayers are about the only thing that can work in this
sad situation. I know, been there,done that. :( I'll keep Robin in my
thoughts and prayers.

gini

02-05-2008, 12:38 PM

Thinking of Robin - and offering lots of prayers for her mental and physical health.

ramanth

02-05-2008, 06:34 PM

Many many prayers for Robin, Glenn, and Dylan. *HUGS*

Twisterdog

02-05-2008, 10:35 PM

Thank you, everyone. It is appreciated more than you know.

Kater

02-05-2008, 11:39 PM

Many many prayers for Robin, Glenn, and Dylan. *HUGS*
Absolutely seconded! My heart hurts for you all. :(

cyber-sibes

02-06-2008, 12:33 AM

Prayers continuing for Robin and Dylan. My family extends our sympathies on the loss of your father, Twisterdog, and I'm so sorry to hear about how your son is taking it. I pray that burden of loss is lifted from his heart.

Scooter's Mom

02-06-2008, 06:26 AM

Pawsitive Thinking

02-06-2008, 06:46 AM

Certainly will - the added worry can't be helping

ramanth

02-06-2008, 03:40 PM

Absolutely Scooter's Mom. Prayers for you!

Continued prayers for those that need it. *HUGS*

Prayers and Good Vibes asked for Andy. He has an interview tomorrow afternoon and he's really nervous.

Thanks!

pitc9

02-06-2008, 04:03 PM

Prayers for jobs sent to Scootersmom and Andy!

catfamily

02-06-2008, 04:17 PM

scooter's mom-please save the emails (all of them)in a folder and think about finding a lawyer(just in case)for the future in case they try to send you walking..without a job anymore.
Just don't tell anyone at work.
Good luck with everything...especially your health.
Saying a prayer for you.

Cincy'sMom

02-06-2008, 07:33 PM

I talked to Robin tonight, although she couldn't stay on the phone long. She wanted me to tell everyone thank you for the prayers and to please keep them coming.

Daisy and Delilah

02-06-2008, 08:58 PM

I am so sorry that I'm just seeing this thread :( :( :(

Robin, you are always in my thoughts and prayers. I hope to God that you get out of this unhappy life soon and into the good life you deserve. We all love you and are here for you. Things have got to get better for you. You've been through enough. :( :( :(

{{{{{{{MEGA HUGS}}}}}}}

Please PM me anytime I can help you in any way.

Catty1

02-07-2008, 12:21 AM

Prayers for Andy and more for Robin - and Scooter's Mom, hugs to you.

I hope you might find a job, if you need to, that is job-sharing. I have one now, and have 2 - 3 extra days free a week, and still earn enough to live!

Prayers to all that need them.

ramanth

02-07-2008, 04:34 PM

Keep those PT prayers coming!

The interviewer, Patrick, was very impressed with Andy and his resume. He has a second interview scheduled for next Thursday! :D

Fingers crossed and good vibes needed!!

Cinder & Smoke

02-07-2008, 04:52 PM

The interviewer, Patrick, was very impressed with Andy and his resume.
He has a second interview scheduled for next Thursday! :D

:)
No surprise there - Andy's an *Impressive" Guy!!

Knock it outta the park, Dude!

;)
:D

Cincy'sMom

02-07-2008, 06:28 PM

Yeah for Andy!! I hope the second interview goes as well as the first!

Lilith Cherry

02-09-2008, 01:25 AM

Twisterdog, how did your son's surgery go? i do hope he he is feeling, inside and out! Lots of loving thoughts and good vibes continuing for Robin, Glenn, Andy, Scooter's Mom and every other friend on the thread.

Medusa

02-09-2008, 05:32 AM

Lots of loving thoughts and good vibes continuing for Glenn.
Thank you so much! And I also wish everyone else on this thread the same.

anna_66

02-09-2008, 06:52 AM

Jut coming to let you all know your still in my prayers.

Lilith Cherry

02-10-2008, 03:29 AM

Please think of me on the 13th as I am having extensive dental surgery here in a small town Chinese dentist ( I cannot afford Canadian prices and my teeth are very painful) I am also terrified of dentists although I went regularly when i had insurance coverage. I have heart problems and am diabetic which makes things worse so please spare me a thought :eek:

Good thoughts to everyone else on the thread too :)

Kfamr

02-10-2008, 08:10 AM

I look at this thread regularly but don't always post that I'm thinking of you all. I do want to let you know I am. :)

And add a bit of an update/request for thoughts for my grandparents. My grandpa has hit another low. As a result, my grandma wants to give up, too. She says he wants to give up, so she wants to give up.

Please keep them in your thoughts.

wolf_Q

02-10-2008, 10:28 AM

I forget to reply to this thread also, but I do look at it and think of everyone who needs prayers.

Robin you are always in my thoughts!

Kay I hope your grandparents will be ok, I'll be thinking of them. :( My grandma isn't doing so well either. :(

ramanth

02-10-2008, 02:15 PM

Many prayers that you have a quick and relatively painless surgery Lilith Cherry. I had to have orthodontic surgery as a kid so I've been there. *HUGS*

Kay, I'm sorry your grandparents are not well. :( Many prayers for them.

*HUGS* and prayers for everyone!!

Lilith Cherry

02-11-2008, 12:00 PM

Thanks Ramanth, I am getting more nervous by the minute.

anna_66

02-11-2008, 12:23 PM

Kay and Amy, sorry to hear about your grandparents.

And Lilith Cherry, I hope your o. surgery goes well (I've had some done myself and it wasn't too bad:))

dukedogsmom

02-11-2008, 02:30 PM

Lilith: Boy can I relate! I didn't go for about 6 1/2 years because of that fear. Found a wonderful dentist that helped me work through it (a few sessions with Halcyon) That stuff is wild. I still get nervous but it's tolerable now. I hope you'll make it through it alright. I get nervous about it for you, too.

Kay: Sorry about your grandparents. It hurts to see our loved ones getting ill anf getting older. Makes you feel helpless.

And prayers for Robin, that she may continue to get better and find sunshine in life.

Also for Jess (k9soul) Send some sunshine and love her way. She really needs it.

Also to Freedom for their dad. Possible dementia or Alzheimers starting.

And for my Dasher. He might have to have his toe amputated. He's got an appointment at the vet Thursday for an ex-ray. I find out then.

ramanth

02-14-2008, 04:46 PM

Keep those prayers and good vibes coming! Andy's second interview went well. He's pretty sure he's got the job, but won't know for certain until Monday. :)

Continued prayers for all those that need them!!! *HUGS*

Cinder & Smoke

02-14-2008, 06:59 PM

Keep those prayers and good vibes coming!
Andy's second interview went well. He's pretty sure he's got the job,
but won't know for certain until Monday. :)

Good GRIEF! :p

How may Purrayers an Vibes does it take fur ONE Job???

OK -OK -OK --- Here's another Purrayer and a dozen VIBES fur good measure!

GO GETTUM, Andy!!

ramanth

02-14-2008, 07:39 PM

It doesn't hurt! :p :D

Lilith Cherry

02-16-2008, 08:32 AM

Hi everyone! I just wanted to say thank you for all the good thoughts while i was having my dental work done. It went fine thank goodness though right now I am not about to smile broadly at anyone as i have several gaps where some of my teeth were extracted and am waiting for "falsies" to be made. they should be ready next week I hope.

Lots of prayers and goodthoughts to everyone who has asked for them.

Medusa

02-16-2008, 08:36 AM

[QUOTE=Lilith Cherry]Hi everyone! I just wanted to say thank you for all the good thoughts while i was having my dental work done. It went fine thank goodness [QUOTE]
I'm sorry I missed this. Too caught up in my own stuff, I guess. I'm glad that things went well and that you're on the road to recovery and will regain a beautiful smile kinda like this guy >>>>>> :D

ramanth

02-16-2008, 08:15 PM

Great to hear Lilith!

I love your sig line. I'm currently reading Good Omens right now. Really liking Terry's work. :)

K9soul

02-16-2008, 08:35 PM

Sending prayers out to all those in need and in distress. Also a special prayer going out to Anna. Peace and warm hugs to you, lovely lady.

Thank you Val for your thoughts. You know you and others bring a sunshine often when I need it most :)

AmberLee

02-17-2008, 05:29 PM

Hi Friends and Family,

This Tuesday, February 19th is Bob's surgery date.

He will have a left mandibular resection and removal of 4 metastatic nodes in his neck, a full fibular flap transplant to his jaw (bone, muscles, vascular structures) and facial reconstruction. His doctor told us it would take 7 doctors a total of 12 hours to complete the surgery.

He'll be in University of Miami Hospital for an estimated 7-10 days, 2 of those in the ICU. As soon as he gets out of the unit, they'll have him up and walking.

Prayers, healing vibes and well-wishes are greatly appreciated.

I'll keep you posted...

Liz

I just got this update from my friend Liz re. her husband's cancer in his jaw and associated areas. :(

ramanth

02-17-2008, 06:16 PM

Oh my. :( Many prayers for a successful surgery.

Catty1

02-17-2008, 08:35 PM

Prayers for Bob and Liz. I hope they can clear all the cancer.

It's gonna be a long road, but they will prevail.

Catty1

02-17-2008, 08:49 PM

On April 25, 2006, my sister died of aspirational pneumonia, which is what her MS eventually caused. She had had a few close calls but was intubated in time. This last time, she was intubated on a Friday night, spent Saturday on life support, Sunday was breathing on her own, and went back to the long-term facility on Monday.

My mom got a call from the RN on Tuesday morning as Darcia started to fail. Her body just couldn't fight any more. She died about 6 pm that day. She was 48 years old.

Tomorrow, February 18, Darcia would have been 50. I talked with my mom tonight, and she started to cry.

I miss my sister - but nothing compares to the grief of a mom who lost her baby girl, the youngest.

Please send prayers and good thoughts her way.

Thank you so much.

C

catfamily

02-17-2008, 10:12 PM

Candice-I am saying VERY strong prayers your way and extra for you Dear Mom.This is very very sad.
I too lost my baby brother John a few months before the 9/11 attack from a motorcycle accident that wasn't his fault.
My mom died of diebetes and heart troubles 2 years after his death.She would of lived if she hadn't given up life because of the loss she carried for her baby son 29 years old(Her favorite kid by the way).
(He was my favorite in the family too..we were extreemly close)
So...believe me...your mom's grief I DO understand.any parent losing their kid...dies inside after.Your mom needs daily support to go on.
Phone calls...jokes to make her laugh.Or bring up some VERY funny happy memorys of your sister...of all of you growing up together...anything to make her remember all the fun you guys all had.
not the bad stuff...just the good.or make fun of the bad stuff in a funny way by saying...what a crab apple someone else was in the family...anything to make her laugh.
It's hard to remember those fun days in such a sad state.
Prayers strong...positive thoughts your mom's way.

Catty1

02-17-2008, 11:00 PM

Catfamily - thank you so much.

My mom is fortunate in that she is resilient. She used to exercise - power walks, the Y - to help her with the stress of dealing with my sister's health, even after Darcia had gone into long-term care.

A few months after Darcia died, she kind of faded out of that - yet one day, gave herself a kick in the butt (her expression) and got back into keeping fit.

Now, two years later, she has started volunteering with the city Literacy group, and is going for training - she is getting back with people.

Days like tomorrow will be hard - I called her back this evening and we arranged to have our dinner tomorrow night.

With all her resilience, she is still a mom, and that was still her baby.

I am so sorry for your loss of your brother...and can understand how your mom 'gave up' even though she loved all her kids.

{{{{hugs}}}} to you.

C

catfamily

02-17-2008, 11:17 PM

Thanks cadice.
My mom loved all of us but he was the baby and the circumstances behind what was going on at the time of her being pregnant with him was a story in itself.My exstepdad was such a creep...his dad.
But she ended up loving him so VERY much after he was born and he accually gave her her life back when he was born.
So i understand why he was her favorite.
And what a cutey pie he was.

Keep strong and tell your mom the same.I hope she'll get through your sister's b'day ok tomorrow ok. :(

I know it's real hard for me...on a daily basis.with the loss of my only 2 members of my family that were decent human beings.
But my cats help.And Mike has been great.

Prayers for everyone who needs them here.
Your all in them.

Lilith Cherry

02-18-2008, 07:26 AM

Good thoughts for everyone. I hope the surgery is a great success for Bob.; my my dental surgery pale when I think of him!

I will also be thinking of you and your Mom today Candace. Im sure your sister is watching over you both.

Ramanth, any news on the job for Andy yet? Good luck! And just an afterthought - Terry Prachett ( the author you are enjoying right now) was recently diagnosed with Alzeimers so please spare a kind thought and a prayer for him too.

Glacier

02-19-2008, 11:34 AM

Could you please add my dog, Mac to the list? I can't go into details right now, but we have an Animal Control issue that could have dire consequences for him.

lvpets2002

02-19-2008, 11:50 AM

**Please May We Pray for Gayle {queen pf poop} for All She Is Going Thru Right Now** Praying for her Safty & Healing Internal & External.. Thank You All ..

Cinder & Smoke

02-19-2008, 12:52 PM

Could you please add my dog, Mac, to the list?

We have an Animal Control issue that could have dire consequences for him.

:eek:
:(

HI, God ~~~

Is there any munnie inna Bail Fund?

We need sum HELP up inna Yukon fur our buddie Mac - wunna Miz Glacier's sled haulers ...

Sumpin bout a lil problem wiffa Animal Kontroll Folks ... and that's neber *good* wiffa DAWG!

We kan all write sum "character rekkomendationz" fur Mac; and we'll all speak up fur Miz Glacier -
see if that'll Help da Cause.

Make sure da Animal Kontroll folks all know:
* He din't mean ta do it
* He won't do it again
* He's REEL SORRIE iffin he dun it
* He'll do Kommunitee Service in exchange fur Jail Tyme

Please God, see iffin You can *FIX* dis up, OK?

THANKS, God!

/s/ the Prayer Pups

catfamily

02-19-2008, 04:15 PM

Could you please add my dog, Mac to the list? I can't go into details right now, but we have an Animal Control issue that could have dire consequences for him.
Poor Mac...I hope all will be ok.prayers for Mac from us in Maine.

cassiesmom

02-20-2008, 11:07 AM

Poor Mac...I hope all will be ok. prayers for Mac from us in Maine.
Same here, prayers from me in Chicago for Mac and family.

Cinder & Smoke

02-20-2008, 11:27 AM

Poor Mac ... I hope all will be ok. Prayers for Mac from us in Maine.

Same here, prayers from me in Chicago for Mac and family.

I exchanged a e-mails with Tamara yesterday ...
She was expecting the Animal Control Officer to revisit the Ranch after he started
work at 3:30 pm PST (~~ 7:00 pm Eastern time).

She made no mention of what the problem was.
I offered that we could write Letters of Support for her ...
She said she'd let us know if she thought that would help.

Again, Prayers of Support and prayers that poor Mac can be forgiven, are about all we can do.
Please keep Tamara, Mac, and all the other Sled Haulers in your thoughts.

/s/ Phred

K9soul

02-20-2008, 11:38 AM

My thoughts and prayers are going out to Tamara, Mac and family. I feel deeply worried seeing this :(

Vela

02-20-2008, 11:39 AM

Same as above post. I hope it all turns out okay. We are pulling for you buddy.

cyber-sibes

02-20-2008, 02:04 PM

All paws crossed, we're praying for you, Mac. Tamara, if there's anything we can do to help, please ask.

anna_66

02-20-2008, 02:31 PM

**Please May We Pray for Gayle {queen pf poop} for All She Is Going Thru Right Now** Praying for her Safty & Healing Internal & External.. Thank You All ..
I'd seen her post, has anyone heard from her yet?

Prayers on the way for her and for Mac. I hope it all turns out well.

ramanth

02-20-2008, 03:58 PM

Ramanth, any news on the job for Andy yet? Good luck! And just an afterthought - Terry Prachett ( the author you are enjoying right now) was recently diagnosed with Alzeimers so please spare a kind thought and a prayer for him too.
Haven't heard anything. I'm getting anxious but Andy remains optimistic. He'll call them tomorrow if they don't call today. Thanks for thinking of us. :)

Prayers for Catty's Mom, Terry, Mac, and Gayle. *HUGS*

pitc9

02-20-2008, 04:11 PM

{{HUGS}} and prayers for everyone!

Cinder & Smoke

02-20-2008, 04:20 PM

I'm getting anxious,

but Andy remains optimistic. :)

;)

We're *optimistic* too ... but we'll Add a Prayer for some insurance!

:D

Daisy and Delilah

02-20-2008, 04:35 PM

Mac has always been one of my favorites of your's, Tamara. My thoughts and prayers are speeding to the Yukon for all of you. :(

cassiesmom

02-20-2008, 04:42 PM

Catty1, thinking of you and Amberlee, how did your friend's surgery go?

Kfamr

02-20-2008, 04:42 PM

Did I miss something goin on with Mac? What happened? :(

Cinder & Smoke

02-20-2008, 04:48 PM

Did I miss something goin on with Mac? What happened? :(

Read posts # 1314 and 1319 - that's all we know.

Glacier

02-20-2008, 04:56 PM

Thanks everyone. The AC officer didn't show up last night. He left a message saying he needs to get a statement from me. I've already got one typed out. The day shift officer won't take it. I just talked to him so I have to wait til the right officer is on duty again. I left a message for him saying he can come out any time tonight or call me and I"ll come into his office. I have nothing to hide(except a couple cats since I have too many of them according to the AC bylaw!) and he or any of his collegueges are welcome on my property anytime.

Mac was loose running beside the team on Monday morning, something he has done for four years without any problems. On this day, if it could go wrong, it did. Mac was not being aggressive, he was playing(tail up, playbowing ect), but his behavior was towards a small child and therefore completely unacceptable. I'm still trying to figure out why the mother grabbed her dog(unsuccessfully, I might add as the dog got into the team and Tehya has a puncture wound on her leg from him) yet she left her toddler son standing alone on the far side of the trail with eight large dogs she's never seen before approaching him. No one besides Tehya was injured. The child was scared but physically unharmed. However, Mac's behavior under our local AC bylaw is enough to designate him a dangerous dog.

I know dogs who have done much worse, including intentionally inflicting injury, and they were given second chances. I am hoping that my history with animal control helps and that Mac will be given a reprieve as well. We've never even had a simple noise complaint before; several of the dogs came from the AC pound, including Tehya and Heyoka; Stuart has worked with them frequently. We're properly liscenced and have the support of my immediate neighbors and my vet.

I am fully prepared to accept responsibility for his behavior. He was way out of line and as his owner, that's my fault. I'll pay whatever fine they want to dish out, implement whatever handling and confinement rules they want for Mac. He's never getting off-leash again in any case. I don't believe Mac is dangerous and I will fight that designation. However, if it comes right down to it, I'll do whatever they want as long as they don't want to euthanize him.

Kfamr

02-20-2008, 05:02 PM

That's so scary, Tamara. :( From the sounds of it what Mac did isn't severe so hopefully they'll let him slide.

Kfamr

02-20-2008, 05:06 PM

Cinder & Smoke

02-20-2008, 05:25 PM

Mac was loose running beside the team on Monday morning,
something he has done for four years without any problems.

Mac was not being aggressive, he was playing (tail up, playbowing ect),
but his behavior was towards a small child and therefore completely unacceptable.

... the mother grabbed her dog
(unsuccessfully, I might add, as the dog got into the team
and Tehya has a puncture wound on her leg from him)

No one besides Tehya was injured.
The child was scared but physically unharmed.

:eek:

Sounds to me like BOTH the humans had a "dog running loose" ...
But YOUR'S wanted to *play* ...
HER'S jumped into your CONFINED team and picked a fight - injuring YOUR CONFINED dog. :mad:

Two wrongs may not make it right; but YOU should not be the one to shoulder
any more blame, nor consequences to your dog (Mac) - HE wasn't the aggressor!

Sure hope the Animal Control Folks see this the same way I do!
Stick to the Facts in your statement - and don't "offer" to accept punishment -
make THEM think of that.

Maybe we better call God again ...

Glacier

02-20-2008, 06:05 PM

:eek:

Sounds to me like BOTH the humans had a "dog running loose" ...
But YOUR'S wanted to *play* ...
HER'S jumped into your CONFINED team and picked a fight - injuring YOUR CONFINED dog. :mad:

Loose dogs are perfectly legal here. That's not the issue at all. We could both be fined for out of control loose dogs. They are supposed to be under verbal control if not leashed. Neither of them was listening worth a hoot at the time!

The problem is that Mac's behavior was directed at a child, which is much more serious legally than if he had just got into it with her dog.

Catty1

02-20-2008, 07:05 PM

joycenalex

02-20-2008, 07:06 PM

prayers for all our friends, and ther dogs.

Glacier

02-20-2008, 07:36 PM

I understand the concern about the child - do you have a witness who can say Mac was playing? He'd have to have made threatening sounds and movements, right?

And what about Tehya's injury? Does that count for nothing, legally?

I hope she pays for the vet bill! :mad:

There was no one else there--just her, me and her kids. It's actually the first time in over 2 years of running on Mondays(i don't work on Mondays ever) that we've ever run into anyone on that trail. I've never seen her out walking before. She's not one of the regulars that we pass frequently.

I didn't take Tehya to the vet. I had everything I needed at home to take care of her injury. It's not major and she seems to be healing up nicely. There could be a fine for an out of control dog and allowing a dog to bite another dog for what happened to Tehya, but I suspect all the focus will be on Mac.

The AC officer is coming out at 7pm PST tonight. Both Mac and Tehya will be introduced to him.

Catty1

02-20-2008, 07:43 PM

Prayers and good thoughts for the meeting. I know you have a great reputation with vets and AC and all.

I hope the officer is a reasonable person.

{{{{hugs}}}}

cyber-sibes

02-20-2008, 07:45 PM

:( More prayers for Mac, poor guy was just trying to be friendly.
Adding prayers for all the humans, too.

cassiesmom

02-20-2008, 08:53 PM

8:50 PM CST and I'm anxious for you, Tamara... I hope everything will go fine and I hope your past history with animal control - plus the fact that you've used that trail literally for years and never passed other users - plus the fact that Mac has run alongside the team, also, literally, for years and never had even one problem, will all go in your favor. Fingers crossed and God's been dialed... elyse

10:15 and I'm still anxious ... I figured the AC officer would be gone by now

luvofallhorses

02-20-2008, 09:34 PM

what an unfortunate situation, Glacier. :( I hope Mac isn't labeled as a "dangerous" dog now - he only wanted to PLAY not hurt the kid and I am sorry Tehya got hurt by that dog that wasn't being controlled by their "owner" - I pray that Mac wont have to be pts. it was an accident. lots of good thoughts and prayers going out to you, Mac, and Tehya. I hope Tehya has a speedy recovery. :) (((HUGS))) and that Mac will have another chance with you.. which I am sure he will since your reputation is good with the AC. :)

ramanth

02-20-2008, 09:53 PM

Why is play bowing illegal?! I don't get that. I get Kia and Chipper to play bow to me all the time and they've done it to kids that want to wrestle. Maybe I better check the local laws. :confused: :(

Many more prayers for those that need it and for darling Mac. *HUGS*

Cinder & Smoke

02-20-2008, 09:54 PM

The AC officer is coming out at 7pm PST tonight.
Both Mac and Tehya will be introduced to him.

Hi God ~

Hope You had a minnit to Zip down to the Yukon fur da Big Meeting tanite.

Figger You might be able ta Help.

We'll all be krossin Pawz & Klawz fur ole Mac ...
Make sure da AC Guy getsa really GOOD Impression of allua da FurKids.

An Please, help HIDE a few KATZ!

THANKS, God!!

/s/ the Prayer Pups

Cinder & Smoke

02-20-2008, 10:03 PM

Why is play bowing illegal?! :(

"Play Bows" are prolly OK ...

"Kid Tipping" :eek: is prolly *frowned upon*.

And then *Grabbing* the lil Kid's jacket hood and *towing him around like a bobsled*
was no doubt pushing a good thing a bit too far.

HOPEFULLY not a Major Crime against the Crown and Humanity.

;)

RobiLee

02-20-2008, 10:16 PM

Oh my, I'm just now seeing this about Mac. Glacier, you and Mac are most definitely in my thoughts and prayers. Give that boy a hug from me please!

Glacier

02-20-2008, 10:57 PM

The AC guy left a little while ago. He was very nice. He said he'd never had anyone provide him a written statement. I typed one out yesterday. That threw him a bit.

There is apparently a bite mark on the kid's buttock. The skin isn't broken, more like a bruise shaped like teeth. I didn't see Mac do that, but I can't deny he might have.

This guy has no authority to make a final decision. He just collects the information. That kinda works in my favor, or it could anyway. The guy who makes the final decision knows us well on a personal level.

I asked what he thought might happen. He initially said "not much" due to the fact that Mac has no history with AC. There's never been a complaint of any kind about any of my dogs before this. He said he would consider this a fairly minor incident in the grand scheme of things, but that a dangerous dog designation is possible. He did say that he could not see a euthansia order for this. Much of what happens depends on what the victim wants. If they are satisfied with a fine or other more minor punishment, then that's what the AC department will do.

I have to file a seperate complaint about her dog, if I want to pursue that. I'm not going to. That's just going to make things worse.

It will likely be late next week before any decision is reached.

Catty1

02-20-2008, 11:01 PM

{{{hugs}}}

Glad the guy was nice - and you providing a written statement makes you look even better, if you know what I mean.

This week might seem to take forever - but remember that all the AC people are on your side, and on Mac's!

Hopefully the woman will calm down, and not demand anything stupid.

You're in the good here. Prayers comin' your way!

How is Tehya feeling now?

ramanth

02-20-2008, 11:22 PM

Andy got the job! Call came shortly after my last post but we were heading out to meet his parents. Orientation is Saturday and he can start as soon as he wants. He'll put in his two weeks notice tomorrow.

:D

Thanks for all the prayers!

Glacier

02-20-2008, 11:35 PM

{{{hugs}}}

Hopefully the woman will calm down, and not demand anything stupid.

How is Tehya feeling now?

I don't think she's worked up at all. Probably calmer than I would be if the situation was reversed! It wasn't even her that called AC. It was a friend of her husband's who made the first report. Her husband is out of town until Friday night. She left me a very nice message tonight, perfectly calm, said she just wanted to know how things were going for me since "the incident". I'm going to call her back tomorrow. I'd really like her to come over here and meet Mac when he's acting like Mac!

Tehya is fine. Her foot is still a little swollen, but she's walking normally, harassing Chum and basically acting like she always does. She has enjoyed a couple nights of big bed snuggles!

Cinder & Smoke

02-20-2008, 11:36 PM

THANKS for *sittin in*, God!! ;)

The AC guy left a little while ago. He was very nice.

I asked what he thought might happen.
He initially said "not much" due to the fact that Mac has no history with AC.

There's never been a complaint of any kind about any of my dogs before this.

He said he would consider this a fairly minor incident in the grand scheme of things,
but that a dangerous dog designation is possible.
He did say that he could not see a euthansia order for this.

Much of what happens depends on what the victim wants.

It will likely be late next week before any decision is reached.

Well ... all things considered, I'd say it sounds like the interview went pretty well! :)

Maybe a little plush Husky cuddle toy sent to The lil Kid from Mac might help
to take the edge off things ... WITH a hand-written note from You.

Take a deep breath, {{{Hug}}} Mac, and {{{HuggA}}} Hubby.

We'll keep on Talking wiff God.
;)

Butt ... if things get *tense ~ We'll head North in the Rescue Bus!

Glacier

02-20-2008, 11:46 PM

[size=3]Maybe a little plush Husky cuddle toy sent [b]to The lil Kid from Mac might help
to take the edge off things ... WITH a hand-written note from You.

[i]Butt ... if things get *tense ~ We'll head North in the Rescue Bus!

If she'll tell me where she lives tomorrow or if she wants to come here, I will definately have flowers and pressies for the little ones. There was a little girl with her as well who was not involved at all, but was pretty upset.

I have a place lined up for Mac if he needs to disappear. Doesnt' look like it'll be neccessary, but it's there in case.

Cinder & Smoke

02-20-2008, 11:54 PM

Andy got the job!

Orientation is Saturday and he can start as soon as he wants.
He'll put in his two weeks notice tomorrow.

:D

YEEEEEE-Hawwwww!!

THANKS, God!

WAY to GO, ANDY!!

PS: What's he BEEN doin?

And, more important, what WILL he be doin?

Hope it's gonna be **phunn**, whatever it is!!

CONGRATZ!!
:D

Here's a BIG {{{WISH}}} for much future SUCCESS!! ;)

ramanth

02-21-2008, 12:26 AM

He's been working two jobs. One in Detroit (substance abuse clinic) and one in Lansing (Cooley Library).

The job he got is here:
University Club of Michigan State University (http://www.universityclubofmsu.org) in their Fitness Center.

He can now quit the Detroit job and not live with his parents part of the week. :p

It's only a part time job so he'll keep the Cooley job.

He'll work Cooley Monday and Tuesday and at the Fitness Center Wed - Friday. It's a 1 p.m. - 9 p.m. shift, so I'll be able to see him in the mornings. :)

He loves working in Gyms/Health Clubs so this is right up his alley. There is room for advancement so despite taking a tiny hit financially right now (he has to start at the bottom and work his way up), it brings him to Lansing full time which will hopefully help heal our very rocky relationship.

Cincy'sMom

02-21-2008, 01:57 AM

Congrats to Andy and to you! I hope this is what you need to help things go better!

cassiesmom

02-21-2008, 10:49 AM

Glacier

02-21-2008, 12:31 PM

Oh, Tamara, I worried about you all night and this morning. What is a dangerous dog designation?

A dangerous dog designation means that Mac would have serious restrictions on his freedom. He could not be off my property unless he's on a five foot leash and muzzled.(I think he could still pull if he was wearing a basket muzzle) I would need to put signs at the entrance to my property warning that dangerous dog lives here. I might need to put a roof on one of the smaller pens. The rest of my fences already exceed the requirements for dangerous dog containment. I would have to register him with the city and permanently ID him. They want a tattoo, but I think his microchip might qualify. AC can check on him any time they want. If they find that I'm not meeting the requirements of containing a dangerous dog, if Mac is found loose off my property or if there is a second offence, they can immediately seize and euthanize him.

CountryWolf07

02-21-2008, 12:57 PM

Pray for my grandfather, please. He was just moved to the ICU today. Please.

Pawsitive Thinking

02-21-2008, 02:36 PM

Praying - Grandads are irreplaceable

Daisy and Delilah

02-21-2008, 02:43 PM

I'm sending thoughts and prayers out to everybody mentioned.

I don't ever ask for prayers from my PT family but I'm going to need some of those powerful prayers soon. Next Friday, I go in for my next knee surgery. The doctor is saying there is a good possibility of an infection present, in addition to the failed knee replacement. If there is an infection, I'll need two more surgeries and my recovery will take months. This will most likely result in me losing my job, among many other things.

I could use some PT prayer power. I just hope and pray that I only need one surgery and I can then be on the road to recovery and get my life back as I knew it. I'm pretty worried about it but anxious to get the show on the road. Being confined to the house almost exclusively for two months has been no fun. However, I never knew I could handle daily boredom so well. Patience is golden, I've learned :)

Thanks in advance.

Glacier

02-21-2008, 03:56 PM

The head constable, Dave, from AC just called me. He knows me a bit from my former life as a child protection worker. In his former life, he was a youth support worker who I hired to work with some the kids on my caseload. Dave had talked to the officer who was here yesterday and has read the file. He said he was calling to put my mind at ease as he knew I was worried that they would order Mac euthanized. He says the absolute worst case scenerio is a dangerous dog designation and that will only happen if the kid's parents push for it. Otherwise, he said a fine is likely all that will happen as we have no history of complaints.

I'm very relieved. I burst into tears when he said there was no chance they would order Mac's death. I don't believe Mac is dangerous, but if that's the decision, I'll live with it.

ramanth

02-21-2008, 05:03 PM

Tamara, that is great to hear! :) *hugs*

Prayers going out for CountryWolf's grandpa and Daisy and Delilah's surgery.

Cinder & Smoke

02-21-2008, 05:40 PM

:)
Hi God ~

And THANKS a BUNCH!
We figger You had a lot to do with this Happie Report from the Husky Ranch >>>

The head constable, Dave, from AC just called me.
... He said he was calling to put my mind at ease as he knew I was worried
that they would order Mac euthanized.
He says the absolute worst case scenerio is a dangerous dog designation and that
will only happen if the kid's parents push for it.
Otherwise, he said a fine is likely all that will happen ...

I burst into tears when he said there was no chance they would order Mac's death.
I don't believe Mac is dangerous ...

We hope Miz Tamara *looked up* an said "THANKS" between the tears. ;)

Now, can we werk onna Lil Kid's Mom & Dad - ta convince 'em that ole Mac
wus jest *PLAYIN* wiffa Kid - an sure dint mean ta leave a :eek: mark wiffa butt-nip.

Maybe we should all send a Buck fur Mac's Flower Fund - ta send over to the Lil Kid's howze.

'Preciate Your Help, God!
/s/ the Prayer Pups

Ginger's Mom

02-21-2008, 07:03 PM

I just caught up on Mac's story this afternoon. What a scary and trying experience. I hope that all works out well. If the child's parents aren't going to press the issue, I think you are home free.

Terry, lots of prayers going out for you over the next week. I hope that it can be fixed with a new knee replacement and you can get your life back. {{{Hugs}}}

dukedogsmom

02-21-2008, 07:18 PM

Dasher, please? He's so restless since he got home and has been whimpering a lot.

Edwina's Secretary

02-21-2008, 07:25 PM

Dear Glacier...

If it makes you feel any better...my mother LOVES to tell the story of the time I bit my two-years-older-than-me brother...while he was wearing his snowsuit....and left a mark....

and I was not confined.....although there are many...and not just on PteTalk..who probably think I should be. :D :D

Grace

02-21-2008, 07:27 PM

Prayers all around. Especially right now for Dasher. Did they give you any pain meds for him. He's no doubt confused as to why that foot hurts.

Wouldn't it be nice if they could understand elevate and put an ice bag on it?

cassiesmom

02-21-2008, 07:40 PM

:)
Hi God ~

And THANKS a BUNCH!
We figger You had a lot to do with this Happie Report from the Husky Ranch >>>

Maybe we should all send a Buck fur Mac's Flower Fund - ta send over to the Lil Kid's howze.

'Preciate Your Help, God!
/s/ the Prayer Pups
Oh, yeah... a buck for the Flower fund and a buck or two for the stinkin' fine, which I think they should waive, considering how many doggers you've rescued from the AC shelter.

cassiesmom

02-21-2008, 07:48 PM

Dear ones, would you say a prayer for my friend Mary. My family has a friend that used to have her own cake decorating business, and Mary is her daughter. She's married and has school-age kids -- I think either two or three. Before I knew her she had surgery and radiation for a brain tumor. Well, around Thanksgiving she began having episodes of dizziness. Her initial scans at that time appeared negative but the dizziness has not resolved. She had more tests that show the tumor has returned. Mary has been referred to a neuro-oncologist who's new to the area, plus there are new treatments that were not available at the time she had her surgery and radiation. I believe she has seen the oncologist for her first visit but I'm not sure. So if you could keep our Mary in your prayers, that would be grand.

Thank you,
Elyse

Kfamr

02-21-2008, 08:23 PM

Thoughts for you all...

Terry, please do let us know how it goes if you're able to. I know you've been suffering. {{HUGS}} to you sweet lady. :)

Catty1

02-21-2008, 08:40 PM

Prayers for you, Terry. I hope you need only the one surgery, and that IF you wind up losing a job, that a new and unexpected direction opens up for you.

HUGS!

Prayers also for Mary, and Rachel's Granddad.

Prayers to all who need them.

pitc9

02-22-2008, 08:58 AM

Congrats to Andy and his new job!

I was with Kimmy here about the play bow thing... till Phred posted this:

"Play Bows" are prolly OK ...

"Kid Tipping" :eek: is prolly *frowned upon*.

And then *Grabbing* the lil Kid's jacket hood and *towing him around like a bobsled*
was no doubt pushing a good thing a bit too far.

HOPEFULLY not a Major Crime against the Crown and Humanity.

;)

Where did Glacier post that? I must have missed it. Unless that came from an e-mail or PM she sent you.

Glacier, I'm glad Mac doesn't have to go into hiding and that Tehya's foot is getting better.

Terry - My thoughts and prayers are with you and your upcoming surgery. I'm wishing you the best!

Rachel- Prayers for your grandfather!

And prayers for Mary!

anna_66

02-22-2008, 09:00 AM

Prayers to you all.

shais_mom

02-22-2008, 09:54 AM

Congrats to Andy and his new job!

I was with Kimmy here about the play bow thing... till Phred posted this:

Where did Glacier post that? I must have missed it. Unless that came from an e-mail or PM she sent you.

Glacier, I'm glad Mac doesn't have to go into hiding and that Tehya's foot is getting better.

Terry - My thoughts and prayers are with you and your upcoming surgery. I'm wishing you the best!

Rachel- Prayers for your grandfather!

And prayers for Mary!
I *think* that Phred was just using that as a "in case this happened" but I might be wrong...

caseysmom

02-22-2008, 06:04 PM

I got the impression mac wrestled with the boy a bit maybe but Tamara knew he was playing because of the play bow and tail up, that is just the impression I got.

Everyone is in my prayers.

Cinder & Smoke

02-22-2008, 07:28 PM

I was with Kimmy here about the play bow thing... till Phred posted this:

[QUOTE=Cinder & Smoke]

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"Play Bows" are prolly OK ...

"Kid Tipping" http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/eek.gif is prolly *frowned upon*.

And then *Grabbing* the lil Kid's jacket hood and *towing him around like a bobsled*
was no doubt pushing a good thing a bit too far.

HOPEFULLY not a Major Crime against the Crown and Humanity.
http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/wink.gif

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Where did Glacier post that?
I must have missed it.
Unless that came from an e-mail or PM she sent you.

Glacier, I'm glad Mac doesn't have to go into hiding and that Tehya's foot is getting better.

http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/eek.gif
My BAD! http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/redface.gif

Angie's right - Glacier didn't *post* that info ... it came from a private PM exchange >>>

"The problem is Mac's behavior was directed at a child, much more serious under the by-law
than if he had tangled with the dog. The little guy fell on his back in the snow
and Mac grabbed the hood of his snowsuit, which was not on his head,
and was tugging him around."

Nobody actually saw Mac "Tip the Kid" - (my play on words for the rural prank practiced
by some teenagers called "Cow Tipping" ... where said kids rush up to and
*push over* onto it's side, an unsuspecting dairy cow. http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/eek.gif )

I did hold off my attempt at *humor* till AFTER I'd heard that things weren't quite as
serious as first thought, and that the AC interview had gone reasonably well.

We should still Pray that Mac only gets a *slap onna paw* for his friskyness!

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

cyber-sibes

02-23-2008, 11:03 AM

Been out of town, so I'm just catching up, but keeping everyone's requests in mind & prayer...

Congratulations Andy! So exciting!
and I'm so relieved to hear that Mac's in no danger of losing his life.
Nobody actually saw Mac "Tip the Kid" - (my play on words for the rural prank practiced
by some teenagers called "Cow Tipping" ... where said kids rush up to and *push over* onto it's side, an unsuspecting dairy cow. About this cow-tipping thing... :eek: I heard it's a rural legend, but when I lived in IL, not even the country kids would tell me if it's true or not! I think they just liked pulling this city girl's leg! :o

fritz03

02-23-2008, 03:54 PM

Prayers going out to Terry(Daisy and Delilah) from Mom ,me and Fritz .Hope everything goes well on Friday and hope for a speedy recovery and be back on PT as soon as possible.love hearing all your great comments about Fritz and us here.

K9soul

02-23-2008, 09:36 PM

Prayers going out to you, dear Terry. I so hope your suffering can be eased.

Prayers going out to my cherished friend Vela, facing so many stressful and emotionally taxing situations.

Prayers for Mary as well, and all of those in need.

CountryWolf07

02-23-2008, 11:24 PM

Papa almost died today. Thanks to the nurses NOT PAYING ATTENTION. My uncle has walked into him twice, and saved his life both times, just in time. I am just very emotional over this. More prayers would be great, thanks.... :(

Cinder & Smoke

02-24-2008, 12:22 AM

Papa almost died today.
Thanks to the nurses NOT PAYING ATTENTION. :(

Not knowing the full story, it's hard to make suggestions;
BUT a strong complaint to the facility management is in order!

There are a LOT of special "monitors" that can be used to monitor a patient's vital signs 24/7 -
I wore a Heart Monitor every minute I was in the Hospital ... a lil battery operated gizmo
carried in a pocket or on a belt, connected to ME with stick-on patches.
It continuously sent my vitals into "Headquarters" at the nurses' station.
They have similar set-ups for nursing home residents.

Do SOMETHING to have him monitored!
/s/ Phred

AmberLee

02-24-2008, 01:39 AM

Thank you all for your prayers for my friend Liz' husband Bob.

His cancer proved to be more wide-spread than anticipated, but they feel they've successfully removed it all. He's healing much quicker than anticipated from his surgery and Liz has asked me to express her thanks to each of you for your healing prayers -- they are tangably strong.

Thank you very much

ramanth

02-24-2008, 02:06 PM

More prayers for all those that need them. *HUGS*

Daisy and Delilah

02-24-2008, 07:40 PM

A great big heartfelt thank you to everyone.

I will continue to pray for all those in need here.

I am so sorry I forgot to say; CONGRATULATIONS ANDY!!! Good for you! :)

CountryWolf07

02-24-2008, 11:32 PM

Not knowing the full story, it's hard to make suggestions;
BUT a strong complaint to the facility management is in order!

There are a LOT of special "monitors" that can be used to monitor a patient's vital signs 24/7 -
I wore a Heart Monitor every minute I was in the Hospital ... a lil battery operated gizmo
carried in a pocket or on a belt, connected to ME with stick-on patches.
It continuously sent my vitals into "Headquarters" at the nurses' station.
They have similar set-ups for nursing home residents.

Do SOMETHING to have him monitored!
/s/ Phred

My mom did complain. Hell of a job they did. Ugh.

CountryWolf07

02-24-2008, 11:36 PM

Update:

So tonight I was talking with my mom then all of a sudden, she said she had to go to the hospital, and something happened... so I found out that Papa went down, everything, heart rate, breathing, etc. and had a blood clot in his heart, so they ran a lot of tests on him, and he was responsive to all. He is currently sleeping; and they will find out more in the morning. They transported him out of ICU today AND now tonight, he is back in the ICU.

God. This infection is serious and I didn't think it would be. Please make it go away. I AM NOT READY for this right now.

*sigh*

More prayers, please.

Catty1

02-25-2008, 12:12 AM

Prayers going out to your Papa. I've seen the prayers here do a lot of good.

Prayers for you, too, that you have strength - to cheer your Papa up when you get to see him! :)

HUGS.

krazyaboutkatz

02-25-2008, 12:38 AM

Prayers and positive thoughts are going out to everyone who needs them. I always say PT prayers for everyone who needs them each night.:)

jennielynn1970

02-25-2008, 07:06 AM

Prayers going out for your Papa, Rachel. Things must be so scary for you right now. Hope the infection goes away, that they can do something about the clot, and he'll get better. Big hugs to you!!!

Tamara, I really hope things turn out ok for Mac. Poor guy! He was just trying to have some fun! The dangerous dog sounds like the one who got Tehya in the leg!

ramanth

02-25-2008, 11:28 AM

Prayers needed for Kia. Found bloody phlegm in her crate this morning.

CountryWolf07

02-25-2008, 12:24 PM

Well, I found out that Papa is doing better, they will figure out what is wrong and what exactly happened last night. He was in bed, joking with my dad about OSU losing to Wisconsin last night.. :)

SO I found out this also... that 2 weeks ago Papa went to the foot doctor and they said his toe that he had surgery on, it wasn't infected, which they couldnt have been wronger about! Then apparently it got really swollen and tender and Uncle Al took him to the hospital and they said it was VERY, VERY infected, and that's what caused him to go to ICU. So, it's called septic shock which means the infection gets in your blood and causes the organs to shut down!

My cousin just called me saying that the doctors said that they think they need to move him to a different hospital to do a test and check for blockage in his arteries of his heart... because of what happened last night. So.. TOMORROW, they will be doing a heart cauterization. (sp?)

GOSH. I don't know much more upset I can get over this.

Thanks guys for your support... this is really rough on me..

cassiesmom

02-25-2008, 02:00 PM

cassiesmom

02-25-2008, 02:03 PM

countrywolf07, I hope things steadily improve with your granddad. Septic shock is very scary. Daisy and Delilah, how are you? Glacier, how are things with Mac?

Daisy and Delilah

02-25-2008, 05:40 PM

More thoughts and prayers going out to everyone from me. It never ceases to amaze me when I see the power of PT prayer working.

Rachel, I'm so sorry your Granddad is sick. I know how worried you are. {{{{{HUGS}}}}}

Elyse, poor Mary. I'm so sorry. This has to be very scary for everyone involved. Thanks for asking. I'm doing okay and staying as positive as possible. I just keep looking forward to getting this thing over with. I know there is a light at the end of this tunnel.

I hope all is well with Mac and you and Stuart, Tamara.

fritz03

02-26-2008, 08:08 AM

My Uncle Elwood(Dad's brother) was taken to the hospital yesterday with a possible stroke.He could really use some prayers today.Will get a update from my Aunt later when Mom calls her.

cassiesmom

02-26-2008, 10:33 AM

Dear ones, I'm sorry to come to you again so soon. But I received some unexpected news this morning. We've had a wonderful, dynamic director of children's ministry at my church. However, she was diagnosed and treated for breast cancer and had been in experimental treatment for a couple months for ovarian cancer (which is known to develop in those who have had breast cancer). She died last night. This request has two parts. Thank God for all of the lives Vickie has touched during her work with the kids. I don't have kids but she has always been a key part of our family Christmas Eve service that I play for, so that's how I know her. At the end, for the closing prayer she always has the kids singing Happy Birthday to Jesus. Never a dry eye in the house. She's one of those people that it's a privilege just to know. But for her husband and kids, too- one daughter and one son and I believe they are both in college. Apparently the experimental treatment was not going as well as we had hoped. I'm sure she's rejoicing in heaven this morning. I can just picture her and St. Peter at the pearly gates -- he probably wasn't ready for all her energy :)

Thank you again,
Elyse

ramanth

02-26-2008, 10:41 AM

Prayers for Vickie's family, Elwood, and all those that need them.

Daisy and Delilah

02-26-2008, 11:29 AM

Barry, I'm so sorry to hear about Elwood. That's a shame.

Elyse, it sounds like you lost a great person there. I'm so sorry.

I'll keep everyone in my thoughts and prayers.

Catty1

02-26-2008, 01:17 PM

Prayers for Vicki and her family and friends. Prayers for your uncle, Barry.

Congrats again to Andy!

Prayers that all goes well with your surgery, D&D!

And prayers that all goes well with Mary's treatment, with all the new techniques they have.

Rachel, hope your Papa can come home soon!

Prayers to anyone I have missed.

Catty1

02-26-2008, 02:37 PM

Requesting prayers for PT's Emily_the_Spoiled.

She lost her heart cat Emily very recently...not only that, but a family member was diagnosed with cancer, and her job may be in jeopardy.

Please send good vibes and prayers her way.

Kfamr

02-26-2008, 03:54 PM

I wanted to add a very sweet man that I've actually met before. He's the Chief Meteorologist of our local News station, Dick Fletcher. He had a stroke on Monday and from what my neighbor said he does not sound to good (she works for the News station.)

Please keep him in your thoughts - the news certainly isn't and wouldn't be the same without him.

http://www.tampabays10.com/news/local/article.aspx?storyid=74288

I'm not sure if anyone read this post, but if you did, and would like an update...

Dick Fletcher passed away this morning. :( The news will never be the same. And of course, we are having some scary, icky weather today.

http://www.tampabays10.com/news/local/article.aspx?storyid=74821

Rest well, Fletch. :(

Catty1

02-26-2008, 03:57 PM

Prayers to Dick's family and colleagues. He was just too young...and looks healthy in his photos!

He has created endless memories, and mentored many others. A wonderful man.

shais_mom

02-26-2008, 04:46 PM

prayers for my uncle Ted please-
he found out he was a diabetic late this summer, had a sore that just would not heal - a couple weeks ago - he underwent a procedure to put a vacuum in place to get rid of the infection and encourage new growth around the area of the sore.
then about a week later - he underwent a major surgery of bypassing his arteries of his lower legs due to poor circulation. (he has suffered from blood clots since his 20's - come to find out his circulation to his feet was about nil)
they had to go in and open him up from sternum to groin - move all the innards around - bypass the arteries - put everything back and sew him back up! HE was getting around pretty well, but I just found out from my mom he spent the nite in the ER with KIDNEY STONES! :(

Catty1

02-26-2008, 04:51 PM

Poor Uncle Ted! He just can't get a break!

I hope they could do an ultrasound on the stones and get them broken up. That is terribly painful!

Staci - some docs say a good fish oil Omega product helps with circulation and keeping blood vessels clear. I wonder if they would help your uncle.

Prayers and I hope he gets to recover from everything now.

CountryWolf07

02-27-2008, 12:28 PM

Prayers are working....

Papa is doing a lot better! He is in good spirits..
He had a heart cauterization done, and he has no heart problems at all. They are still keeping him in the hospital becasue they need to figure out what happened to him on Sunday evening..

Thank you guys.. the prayers & thoughts means the world to me!

fritz03

02-27-2008, 02:02 PM

Mom talked to my Aunt yesterday,turns out it was Pneumonia that he had.He phoned and talked to her,sounded weak but otherwise fine.He will probably be there a few days.My Aunt couldn't see him,she has a bad cold but their son(my cousin) Dennis went in and saw him.Thank you to everyone who prayed for him ,much appreciated.

Scooter's Mom

02-27-2008, 09:47 PM

I'm worried about my job for one. I just missed two days of work. I don't have a lot of sick time but it should be considered vacation time before it's "unpaid."

I spent all day yesterday (Tuesday) at the ER (7am until past 7pm) having tests run. I have kidney stones on my left side - they're small though. While I was there, I had another "episode" where my heart hurt like crazy. The nurse happened to be in and she hooked me up to monitors and an ekg immediately and everything seemed to be normal... just like last time though, only the nitro under my tongue made it go away.

In December I started the paperwork for FMLA-intermittent to allow me 1-2 days per month for my illness (migraines and this heart thing) to be out. HR said it was approved, then nothing ever happened. My manager was leaving so I asked if they needed anything else - HR said they never got the final form. So my manager sent it in 2 weeks ago on his final day as my manager. I'm afraid his carelessness is going to cost me my job. I do have all the emails between me and HR though.

Sorry this got so long. Could you all say a prayer that my job stays safe, my health improves and I do not have a repeat of last year, and that overall I feel better?

The FML-Intermittent was approved. They backdated it to January!

Before Christmas, the edge of my right shoulder, right under the bones that lead to my arm, started hurting. I assumed I slept weird. Well it never went away. For the last few weeks, My entire shoulder feels like it is on fire if I move it. I cannot lean over to pick anything up, I cannot carry anything. I can barely turn the faucet on for a shower, and can't raise that arm without severe pain in order to wash my hair. Of course, hubby still wants me to vacuum, do dishes, feed/water the critters, etc. I can barely type. I paid a massage therapist (hate doing that) and it did nothing to alleviate the pain. Percocet does nothing. I'm at my wits end. It's just 1 thing after another. So ready to just give up. Life for those around me would be so much easier.

Please say a word or two that this gets fixed...
Thanks, Crystal

Catty1

02-27-2008, 11:48 PM

Crystal, I think Hubby needs a smack up the side of the head, and you need to draw some boundaries while you are unwell.

Does he really 'want' you to do all this housework, or are you doing it without mentioning the pain you are in? See about having a professional cleaner come in once a week - because you HURT too much.

If you want to give up on something, give up on accepting less than the best for yourself.

1 - 2 days FMLA per MONTH???? How about some longer-term disability?

And how about some short-term counselling for yourself? You have migraines, now your arm is killing you, and that takes a toll on your emotions.

Don't give up; get angry and push for what YOU need. You come first.

HUGS!

shais_mom

02-27-2008, 11:55 PM

prayers for all that need them....
Crystal - I have a few choice words to say to your husband but since this is family friendly forum I'll keep them to myself. :mad:

Scooter's Mom

02-28-2008, 06:42 AM

I won't go into some of hubby's issues here, it's the prayer thread, not the whine thread... lets just say he's not the happiest camper in the woods and is pretty sarcastic and nasty a good 90% of the time. I get about 10% of good mood from him.

I do have a dr. appointment Friday afternoon to see what's going on with my shoulder. I hope it's nothing major. My doctor deals in family and sports medicine, so hopefully he'll have a really good idea of what is going on.

Thanks ya'll.

Scooter's Mom

02-28-2008, 06:47 AM

Crystal, I think Hubby needs a smack up the side of the head, and you need to draw some boundaries while you are unwell.

Does he really 'want' you to do all this housework, or are you doing it without mentioning the pain you are in? See about having a professional cleaner come in once a week - because you HURT too much.

In response to this even though I said I wouldn't whine...

He refuses to vacuum even though I've begged him every weekend for 4 weekends. He keeps saying, "if I have time" but doesn't have time because sports are on or he's too involved in his stupid video games. He's almost 40 (okay 38 in Sept) I think it's time he grow up and stop playing all the time and realize life is NOT all about fun and games, but work too.

A few years back I had surgery on my hand and it was in a cast for a bit of time. He wouldn't do a single dish - so I had to put on huge gloves and wrap a bag around my arm so I could do them. Yep, with my hand in a cast. It's hard to do dishes with 1 hand.

Medusa

02-28-2008, 06:54 AM

To quote Dr. Phil: "We teach people how to treat us". If your husband won't do his share around the house, hire help. You are in no condition to do all that you're doing. Don't bow down to the problem, take control of it. Best wishes to you.

shais_mom

02-28-2008, 11:13 AM

shais_mom

03-03-2008, 11:58 PM

please pray for my co-worker's dog Chase. He shot out the door around 2:30pm today she and her mom chased him for awhile but she had to come to work, her mom had to leave and by the time her mom went to work tonite @ 7pm he wasn't home yet.
She is pretty worried as we all would be.
Please pray he's safe and comes home.

Cinder & Smoke

03-04-2008, 12:10 AM

Please pray for my co-worker's dog, Chase.

Please pray he's safe and comes home.

Hi God ~

Kan You keep a watchful eye out fur this guy?

Maybe *bonk* him wiffa Lightnin Bolt ta get his attenshun ...
Then Send him HOME!

THANKS, God!

/s/ the We've done that ourselves Prayer Pups :o

shais_mom

03-04-2008, 12:15 AM

Thanks prayer pups! ;) I'll let ya know what I find out in the morning. Hopefully the dog catcher picked him up.

CountryWolf07

03-04-2008, 09:38 AM

THANK YOU EVERYONE FOR YOUR PRAYERS & THOUGHTS:

My grandfather is coming home today from the hospital, after three weeks! This has just made my day and I am just so thankful. I will be going to the Holy Cross to visit my grandmother and drop off a note just to say 'thank you' for keeping him down here just a little bit longer. :)

enchantment16

03-04-2008, 10:05 AM

my cat might have lukemia or Feline AIDS. I don't want her to die

Scooter's Mom

03-04-2008, 10:08 AM

I'm wondering if you have a torn rotater cuff which if that is the case surgery is in order. And Hubby is going to have to buck up and GROW up.
If not - you will need to go stay with someone who CAN take care of you after surgery b/c RC surgery isn't something to joke about.
I agree with Medusa. You teach people how to treat you and if you decided you are only worth how he treats you he of course is going to agree.
Maybe you should go stay somewhere for a few days and let him see what its like without you!

The doc says the problem with my shoulder actually started last June when I had a biopsy done on a lump in my right breast. I started favoring that arm because lifting things became harder and I was afraid I'd do damage to the stitches or the surgery site. So I'm been unconsiously favoring it for all this time. It just got to the point to where the shoulder said, "Hey, I can't move like I used to, I really want to" I feel slightly better today, except for the FLU I've had for 2 days. Thanks for all the prayers.

Medusa

03-04-2008, 11:12 AM

my cat might have lukemia or Feline AIDS. I don't want her to die
Let us know how the tests results come back. In the meantime, we'll be praying for you and your cat. What's her name?

shais_mom

03-04-2008, 11:34 AM

Thanks prayer pups! ;) I'll let ya know what I find out in the morning. Hopefully the dog catcher picked him up.
I got a txt that Chase was taken to the dog pound before they even closed yesterday! :) so she had to bail him out of doggie jail today - but he's home safe and sound and needs a good bath! :D
THANKS!

Cinder & Smoke

03-04-2008, 12:50 PM

I got a txt that Chase was taken to the dog pound
before they even closed yesterday! :)

She had to bail him out of doggie jail today - but he's home safe and sound
and needs a good bath! :D

THANKS, God!! ;)
:eek:

Sounds like the Dawg Ketcher was "waiting" for him!
Glad he made it home in good (but dirty) shape!
:)

ILoveMyAbbyGirl

03-05-2008, 11:12 AM

For Butch.

He's in Iraq right now, and has been since August of '07, but he's supposed to be getting sent home on April 2nd.

He's been emailing me a lot lately and they have just been getting shot at and mortared all day, for two days. :( He said that a group of people died about a half hour ahead of where he was. He's so shaken. And he keeps saying, "The way this is going, I'm wondering if I'll even make it home."

I'm seriously fearing PTSD when he comes home.

Please let him be okay, both emotionally and physically.

mruffruff

03-05-2008, 11:58 AM

Many thanks for all prayers sent for my arthritis attack!

Friday's visit to the doctor resulted in a decrease in amount of Prednisone. I am to cut the dose to 2.5 mg for a week-10 days and quit altogether. Blood tests show no Rheumatoid Arthritis.

I feel like my old self, but wiser and more cautious about my health. I thought it was incurable; maybe it wasn't RA. Whatever it was, I'm so glad it's gone. It had to be the PT prayers :D

K9soul

03-05-2008, 12:07 PM

I'd like to add Vela to the prayer request thread. She lost her beloved Ginger so suddenly with no warning or explanation yesterday and she's dealing with severe shock and grief. I know she is questioning things she did, wondering if she could have prevented it or done something to stop it. Please keep her in your thoughts.

Ginger's memorial thread is here: http://petoftheday.com/talk/showthread.php?t=139921

Kfamr

03-10-2008, 04:33 PM

My Papa (grandpa) needs thoughts again. Just got a call from my grandma, she was very panicked, apparently Papa fell and there was blood all over.

My dad rushed over but that's all I know about it.

Catty1

03-10-2008, 07:47 PM

Prayers for your Papa! I hope the bleeding might have been from a nosebleed when he fell, and he will be ok soon.

HUGS!

CountryWolf07

03-11-2008, 10:33 PM

My grandpa is back in the hospital - complaining of dizziness and shortness of breath.. and his O2 level has been up & down all night... and turning blue off and on..

I am scared.

Catty1

03-11-2008, 11:20 PM

Prayers for your grandad...I pray it is just a small setback, and they can get him to rights soon.

{{hugs}}

Glacier

03-11-2008, 11:59 PM

Just to wrap up on Mac....An AC officer was here tonight. Gave me a ticket for 200 dollars, for allowing my dog to bite a person. As soon as I pay the ticket, Mac is deemed a dangerous dog. He gave me a notice about that and all the restrictions it will place on Mac. He told me to hold off on paying for a few days as he's been told his boss is going to vary a few of the conditions--like needing a pen with a roof and hopefully find a way to allow Mac to still run in the team. I'd really like to get out of the tattooing requirement. The by-law says he has to have his ear or flank tattooed within 15 days of the designation. He's already microchipped, but I"m not sure that will be good enough.

Cinder & Smoke

03-12-2008, 01:56 AM

Just to wrap up on Mac ...
* Gave me a ticket for 200 dollars, for allowing my dog to bite a person.
* Mac is deemed a dangerous dog.
* needing a pen with a roof
* by-law says he has to have his ear or flank tattooed ...
:(

Hey God ~~~

Can't "we" get a better deal for poor ole Mac?
This seems purdy "harsh" fur one case of *Kid Tippin*!

How 'bout we just call him "Overly Friendly".

/s/ the Prayer Pups

..

Catty1

03-12-2008, 10:47 AM

Well, gosh ....I guess the AC guys have to follow the laws, or the other side would be really upset and maybe make things worse...but thank God the boss is trying to change some of the conditions.

Also - is the DD for life? Or if Mac doesn't mistake another kid for a huge stuffy in 5 years, is it removed?

HUGS and PRAYERS that all turns out well! At least you will have your Mac alive - and hopefully running with the team again. :)

Glacier

03-12-2008, 11:01 AM

Also - is the DD for life? Or if Mac doesn't mistake another kid for a huge stuffy in 5 years, is it removed?

It stays with him for life, unless we move outside the city limits. Technically we are inside the city by a few hundred metres. It's a city bylaw so outside of the limits, it doesn't apply.

cyber-sibes

03-12-2008, 11:02 AM

...Gave me a ticket for 200 dollars, for allowing my dog to bite a person.And what happened to those people for allowing their dog to bite yours? Oh, never mind, probably "nothing", right? Really sorry to hear Mac's sentence, but at least you weren't required to put him down- that would have been awful. (I know that if you believed Mac was a real threat to anyone, you would, no matter how painful it was to do.) You are so good with your dogs, I'm sure Mac will continue to have a quality life in your care.

Glacier

03-12-2008, 02:19 PM

And what happened to those people for allowing their dog to bite yours? Oh, never mind, probably "nothing", right? .

I would have to file a seperate complaint to pursue that and I chose not to.

caseysmom

03-12-2008, 02:22 PM

I would have to file a seperate complaint to pursue that and I chose not to.

I can't believe they are calling what mac did a bite, that just doesn't seem right. The whole this is frustrating for me I can't imagine how you feel Tamara.

Kfamr

03-12-2008, 02:35 PM

Prayers for your Papa! I hope the bleeding might have been from a nosebleed when he fell, and he will be ok soon.

HUGS!

Wish that were the case. He actually got a pretty big slash on his head that needed staples. He's also pretty scratched up on his arm he fell on.

He's still in the hospital because he's incredibly dehydrated - they think it's his kidneys.

caseysmom

03-12-2008, 02:37 PM

Wish that were the case. He actually got a pretty big slash on his head that needed staples. He's also pretty scratched up on his arm he fell on.

He's still in the hospital because he's incredibly dehydrated - they think it's his kidneys.
Sorry for you Papa Kay I hope he heals up quickly.

caseysmom

03-12-2008, 02:39 PM

My grandpa is back in the hospital - complaining of dizziness and shortness of breath.. and his O2 level has been up & down all night... and turning blue off and on..

I am scared.

Prayers on the way for you Grandfather.

Cinder & Smoke

03-12-2008, 04:44 PM

Last month you posted >>>

If she'll tell me where she lives tomorrow or if she wants to come here,
I will definately have flowers and pressies for the little ones.
There was a little girl with her as well who was not involved at all, but was pretty upset.

I have a place lined up for Mac, if he needs to disappear.

What happened with the idea that the Kid's Mom was possibly willing to just
*forget* the whole incident and not press a complaint? :confused:

Did somebody *get to her* and change her mind?
Did YOU ever get to meet with her?

Is there still a possibility that she might speak up FOR Mac to lessen his penalties?

Could Mac adjust to Ohio?
How far is it to Whitehorse?

{{{Hugs}}}
;)

Grace

03-12-2008, 04:55 PM

Last month you posted >>>

Could Mac adjust to Ohio?
How far is it to Whitehorse?

Best I can figure out, it's about 2600 miles. Maybe you all could mush and meet in the middle :D

Glacier

03-12-2008, 05:52 PM

Last month you posted >>>

What happened with the idea that the Kid's Mom was possibly willing to just
*forget* the whole incident and not press a complaint? :confused:

Did somebody *get to her* and change her mind?
Did YOU ever get to meet with her?

Is there still a possibility that she might speak up FOR Mac to lessen his penalties?

Could Mac adjust to Ohio?
How far is it to Whitehorse?

{{{Hugs}}}
;)

The father came home. He is much more aggressive. He firmly believes Mac should be put down. I have spoken to the Mom several times and to the Dad once. I have no doubt that the push for a dangerous dog designation is coming from him.

AC here doesn't usually issue anything until they the agreement of the "victim". I assume that the officer told them about the fine and dd and they agreed. The only way for them to have more input now would be if I don't pay the ticket and take the matter to court. Frankly, I don't want to do that. Not only would it cost me thousands, but it could blow up in my face. The judge would have the authority to revoke any accomodations made by AC and order Mac's death. I'll take muzzled, on a one metre leash and all the other requirements over dead.

I'll be speaking to the manager of the by-law department this week. I have ten days to voluntarily pay the fine. I'm hoping we can work out some kind of comprimise before that.

cassiesmom

03-12-2008, 06:09 PM

The father came home. He is much more aggressive.
Correct me if I am wrong - But - father was not present at the time this happened? It was you, the child and his mother? Why does father get to weigh in if he was not even there? All he knows is what was told to him. Mac is NOT dangerous.

I'll be speaking to the manager of the by-law department this week.I'd be willing to speak on your behalf if you want to give me this person's name and number (or address). Any chance we can get you re-zoned so you are outside municipal limits?

More {{{Hugs}}}

cassiesmom

03-12-2008, 06:15 PM

Praying for ... country wolf 07's and kfamr's granddads, Glacier/Mac issue

Glacier

03-12-2008, 06:21 PM

Correct me if I am wrong - But - father was not present at the time this happened? It was you, the child and his mother? Why does father get to weigh in if he was not even there? All he knows is what was told to him. Mac is NOT dangerous.

I'd be willing to speak on your behalf if you want to give me this person's name and number (or address). Any chance we can get you re-zoned so you are outside municipal limits?

More {{{Hugs}}}

Because the victim was a very young child who is unable to speak for himself, the opinions of both parents are considered in the determination. Doesn't matter if he was there or not. His child was involved so they have to get his input.

No chance at rezoning. I am already given a special permit to keep my dogs at all. If I was buying my property today, I could only have four dogs there, six if all my neighbors agreed. I was there before that rule came into effect so my dogs are grandfathered. I can not move them off my property within the city. I have to leave the city if I want to move and keep my dogs. Another musher can not buy my property.

Our plan is to move outside the city eventually, but the market is insane here right now. It is extremely difficult to find any property with some acreage that is dog team friendly(even outside the city limits, many areas ban dog teams) and that has a reasonable purchase price. A half million dollar mortgage is just not going to happen!

I don't want to have anyone else contact the department right now. If I end up in court, I will be looking for letters ect for support!

caseysmom

03-12-2008, 07:53 PM

Praying for ... caseysmom's and kfamr's granddads, Glacier/Mac issue

I think you mean countrywolf and kfamr, I haven't had a grandparent living since I was 12.....

Glacier

03-13-2008, 01:37 PM

Yesterday I wrote a three page letter to the manager of the By-Law department, the big wig of AC, asking for an exception to the dangerous dog rules. He knows us, but I wrote like he had never heard of me before. I gave him all of Mac's history, hoping his lousy puppyhood might pull some heartstrings!

I described my fencing, kennel set-up, escape precautions. Told him that Mac is already kept in a secure manner, that he's neutered, permanently id'ed and that I have plenty of liability insurance(all things that a dangerous dog designation requires). Explained why I let Mac run loose to start with(to distract loose dogs from jumping my team). That he's never been a problem in any way before and that he will never be off-leash again. Explained that he is high energy and needs an outlet; has no ability to wander when he's in harness and asked that he be allowed to continue his life as a working dog.

I reititerated that Mac was not acting aggressively; that he was playing. And I invited him to the house to meet Mac in his normal environment displaying his normal behavior, anytime he wants to come by. I don't have anything to hide.

He emailed me this morning saying that he had forwarded the information to the investigating officer(who I think was on my side) and his supervisor(the second in command of AC) for their input and a response. So, he didn't outright say NO which gives me some hope that we can reach an agreement that works for everyone.

Keep your paws crossed!

Cinder & Smoke

03-13-2008, 02:22 PM

Yesterday I wrote a three page letter to the manager of the By-Law department ...

He emailed me this morning ... forwarded the information to the investigating officer
and his supervisor ... for their input and a response.
So, he didn't outright say NO which gives me some hope ...

Soundz like a God Job!

<dials God>

HI, God ~

Kan You jest *drop by* da By-Law and AC Departments ...
maybe drop a *hint* or two 'bout a nice lil "Overly Friendly" Husky ...

See iffin You can't bake *A Deal* wiff da AC Guyz ta go *eezie* on poor Mac.

THANKS, God!
/s/ the Prayer Pups

lizbud

03-15-2008, 04:46 PM

I think it was a good move to invite one of the authorities to visit your
house set up at any time, & be welcomed.I believe the fine is plenty
fair & he'll have a pledge it won't happen again. Prayers continue for
you and Mac.

Karen

03-16-2008, 12:09 AM

Medusa

03-16-2008, 08:37 AM

Oh goodness, that's no fun! Prayers going out right now for a rapid recovery......

CountryWolf07

03-17-2008, 09:58 AM

Grandpa is back in hospital again, after falling and hitting his head in the shower because he was complaining of dizziness. Oh, and the hospital released him the same day this happened. More prayers are needed, again. I don't know how much of this I can take.

krazyaboutkatz

03-17-2008, 11:33 AM

Prayers please for rcgirl_ca, who didn't ask for them, but who emailed to let me know she slipped on some ice and put her back out. She still cannot sit for very long, but is getting better. Prayers for rapid recovery for her!
I'm so sorry to hear this.:( She's not having a good year. She just got over being very sick and now this. Lots of prayers and positive thoughts are being sent her way.

Scooter's Mom

03-17-2008, 09:56 PM

gini

03-17-2008, 11:28 PM

I've had the flu and strep throat (2 weeks ago)... hubby had the flu. Hubby now has bronchitis. I just got home from the dr. and have pneumonia. Could you all please say a prayer that this doesn't get worse?

Thanks,
Crystal

Be very careful with this flu - I hear that it returns if you don't get the proper rest and take good care now. It had me flat for almost two weeks.

You have my prayers.

Catty1

03-17-2008, 11:56 PM

Crystal - I hope you and your hubby feel better soon!

Hire a maid for a week and take it easy!

{{{{hugs}}}}

catfamily

03-20-2008, 05:22 PM

Prayers for all who need them including my Very Dear Friend...
Lorraine rg_girlca
She's had a tough time with her back and before that flus and colds.
It's been a tough few months for her.

Kfamr

03-20-2008, 05:31 PM

My Papa is back in the hospital. His at-home nurse was not happy with how he's been doing, so she suggested he goes back. :(

Not sure what all is going on. I fear he hasn't much longer with us. :(

CountryWolf07

03-21-2008, 12:49 PM

Wonderful news! Papa is coming home tomorrow, after being in and out of the hospital so many times in the past month. :) Today I went to visit him and he looks really great, just very tired because he hasn't had so much energy to walk around from being in bed for so long. I'm just happy he will be able to be home and this time, it will be a lot more careful. His heart is not so strong, but he will be required to have oxygen to help him breathe until his heart gets a lot better. However he is in good spirits. :) Thank you.

Kfamr

03-21-2008, 12:51 PM

Hopefully he is home for good, Rachel. I know how hard it is. Mine has been in and out of hospitals/mental wards/nursing homes since May of 07. :(

CountryWolf07

03-21-2008, 12:57 PM

Hopefully he is home for good, Rachel. I know how hard it is. Mine has been in and out of hospitals/mental wards/nursing homes since May of 07. :(

I have been keeping you and the family in my prayers. I hope so, too.. but you just never know what is going on. I found out that three doctors screwed up on this with my grandpa, Keep me updated. I hope he will be okay!!!

Medusa

03-21-2008, 01:41 PM

Being in good spirits is key to healing. He knows he's loved and appreciated and that makes a world of difference. I'm glad for you all.

Scooter's Mom

03-22-2008, 06:56 PM

Scooter's Mom

03-24-2008, 11:30 PM

Can I ask for a few more prayers? Hubby SOUNDS better but says he doesn't feel it. I sound worse, feel worse, can hardly breathe and am doing everything the dr's tell me. Can hardly eat, barely drink. All I do is sleep, sleep, sleep. (All hubby does is play is stupid video games.)

So if you don't mind, please pray this is much better by Monday as I *HAVE* to return to work.

I returned to work today. Went to the Dr. again, too. They want me on FMLA the rest of this week, to heal. Hopefully this bronchitis will GO AWAY. I've got FMLA days, but no paid days. So this week will definately hurt on top of all the medical tests I've had done. :(

Catty1

03-24-2008, 11:42 PM

Can they at least throw in some free maid service? You can't heal if you are cleaning up after a thoughtless....er...husband (had to choose my words there). Ask for it and tell them why.

hugs

catfamily

03-25-2008, 07:04 AM

Can they at least throw in some free maid service? You can't heal if you are cleaning up after a thoughtless....er...husband (had to choose my words there). Ask for it and tell them why.

hugs
I agree with catty1
But adding,
your husband should be helping you.you should tell him not to play anymore video games until your better.
Please...stand up for yourself and get stern...VERY stern with your husband
to help you at ALL times.
This is like a test for when you guys get older and need each other for health help.
If he won't help now....he may not do it later either.Be stern.
And Stop the cleaning.Don't do a thing around the house.
Let it get built up until he realizes you cannot do everything anymore.
It just may work and you can get your much needed rest.Otherwise you'll just get sick again.
Prayers on the way.

Scooter's Mom

03-25-2008, 11:38 AM

catfamily

03-26-2008, 05:06 AM

I'm not going to lift a finger, unless it involves empty food and water bowls. My babies don't need to wait for him to remember them. I'll fill their bowls if he isn't here and remind him to do it if he is here.

Otherwise, sleep for me!
That's what i'd do. :)
Of course the babies need you.they can't get anything themselves. :(
sometimes i'm so tired but i sleep walk filling their water bowls and wet food if necessary.
then i go right back to bed.
i don't think my husband would sleep walk to do the same.
must be a woman thing. ;)

Rachel

03-26-2008, 06:53 PM

Please keep our Logan in your prayers tonight and tomorrow as she will be going in tomorrow morning (3-27) for surgery to remove two damaged disks and a bone spur in her neck. She has been in considerable pain for some time now and other means of therapy have not solved anything. I know she will appreciate your prayers. Thank you from all of us who care deeply for her.

RobiLee

03-26-2008, 07:22 PM

Logan, you are in my thoughts and prayers. I'll be thinking about you tomorrow. Keep us updated, Rachel.

Cinder & Smoke

03-26-2008, 07:31 PM

Hi God ~

Did'Ja get da Memo on dis wun?

Please keep our Logan in your prayers tonight and tomorrow as she will be going in tomorrow morning
(3-27) for surgery to remove two damaged disks and a bone spur in her neck.

We'd like sum Help fur da 2-Legger ~ Miz Logan ~ wiff her Sir Jury tamorrow ...
Kan You get Tubby & Peanut ta prep da Silver Klowd fur a mornin run?
Don't furget ta tell 'em Ya want HOT Kawfee at Your seat.

Hope Ya got tyme to warsh & press Your *skrubbies* ... and remember da booties anna Halo-Hat.
And maybe bring da Big Book - in case dey need sum Tips.

Have a good flight - an Pleeze tell Miz Logan that Dad sends his Luv anna {{{Hug}}}!

THANKS, God!

/s/ the Prayer Pups

anna_66

03-26-2008, 08:28 PM

Rachel thanks for letting us know about this. I'll surely be keeping her in my prayers tomorrow.

gini

03-26-2008, 08:34 PM

Logan, you have my prayers as well, that this surgery eases your pain and you can be painfree in the future.

Rachel, thank you for letting us know and keeping us posted.

Medusa

03-26-2008, 09:05 PM

My ex-husband had this exact same surgery about a year ago and he came through it w/no problems whatsoever and was home from the hospital the next day, so let that be encouragement to Logan and all who care about her. Lots of prayers going out to Logan and all those on PT who need healing.......

Cincy'sMom

03-26-2008, 09:20 PM

Lots of thoughts and prayers for Logan. Hope everything goes well and you are pain free soon!

Catty1

03-26-2008, 10:52 PM

Logan, many many prayers and good thoughts, and hopes that this will solve your pain problem once and for all.

{{{{{hugs}}}}}

K9karen

03-26-2008, 11:57 PM

Thanks, Rach, I was going to post this. I lost track of days (duh) so I left a late message on Logan's cell. I wanted to reassure her that I had similar surgery in 2005 and it went perfectly. I'm going to call Scott tomorrow.

Lots of love, hugs and prayers for a speedy recovery, dear, sweet friend.I love you.

ilovemypup

03-27-2008, 02:32 AM

There are many other people than me that need prayers and good wishes, but I'd like to post.

I just got out of the hospital, and my lungs aren't doing as well as they should be doing.
I just want to get better with my lungs and gain some weight. :)

-Ali

catfamily

03-27-2008, 06:19 AM

Prayers for all our PT friends and everyone who needs them :)

Catty1

03-27-2008, 11:36 AM

Ali - prayers that your lungs get stronger and that you can put on some weight. Hopefully you can get away with ice cream and other 'fattening' stuff that many of us can't! ;)

HUGS. Keep us posted, k? :)

Rachel

03-27-2008, 02:34 PM

I just got a call from Logan's husband. She is in recovery. The doctor told him that everything went well and there were *no surprises*. She still has a breathing tube in. Keep the prayers coming that there will be no complications and everything will continue to go well for the Mother of Many.

Ali, I'm sorry your progress has hits some bumps in the road. I pray that you will have a better day tomorrow and a better week ahead for a complete healing.

caseysmom

03-27-2008, 03:31 PM

Prayers for Logan, pain is the worst I hope this relieves it for her. Ali prayers that you get better also.

Logan

03-28-2008, 06:26 PM

Hi guys. I'm home! Got home around 10:30 this morning. From the surgeon's description of what she found, I definitely did the right thing. She said the disks were in horrible shape, with the lower one being almost completely gone. And the bone spurs were really mashing my nerves, thus the horrible pain. I'm going to hurt for a while just because of the surgery, but when I heal up, I'm going to be so much better. I'll probably have some discomfort for at least a few days, but I can see the light at the end of the tunnel.

I got a shower this afternoon and it felt so good! The incision is about 3 inches long and is at the base of my neck, in the front. The stitches are inside and the wound is glued together.

Thanks for the good thoughts and prayers. I felt very calm going in and I know it was because I had so many people praying for me. I'll "see" you soon.
Logan

Medusa

03-28-2008, 07:29 PM

What a good report! Good for you, Logan! I hope you're pain free in a jiffy!

K9karen

03-28-2008, 11:19 PM

I was honored and blessed to talk to Logan on Friday evening. Thank you, my dear friend. Get a good night's sleep and play the diva role! I can't wait for you to feel perfect again. Gentle hugs for a speedy recovery!

gini

03-29-2008, 12:29 AM

Bless your heart Logan - I hope you are feeling much much better in a few days.

Thank you for posting - we all have prayed and worried about you.

catfamily

03-29-2008, 03:04 AM

logan
so happy you got the surgery done.
i also have had back surgery.
when back surgery is needed,you just need to take that chance.
our backs are our whole being.
so happy you were brave and had it done.
it's remarkable what the surgeons can do nowadays.
prayers and positive thoughts your way :)

Pam

03-29-2008, 12:51 PM

Logan thank you for taking the time to sit down and type this out. I imagine it wasn't easy this soon after your surgery. I wish you continued healing and pain-free good health from this day forward! Thank you to God for answering our prayers. :)

ramanth

03-29-2008, 05:25 PM

Glad your surgery went well Logan! *HUGS*

Many prayers for all those that need them.

cyber-sibes

04-05-2008, 07:40 PM

Keeping all your requests in my prayers.... sending (((hugs)))

K9karen

04-11-2008, 11:04 PM

Please know that I send hugs and prayers to everyone here, although I don't always add a reply. As much as I hate to make a lot of my personal problems known, 'cause they never seem to end these days, I'm a bit overwhelmed and could use some support.

Since my mom died, I've become closer to her oldest sister who just turned 90 but acts 70! She had a stroke in Dec. and was in rehabs on and off. She recently needed psychiatric care as she was diagones with delusional psychosis. She's on meds that make her loopy . The stroke affected her speech and cognizant skills so she's unable to take direction or understand a lot. I have been seeing her at the nursing home every day, feeding her, doing her wash. She fell and broke her wrist and I just got a call that she fell out of bed, thankfully onto a rubber mat. Her hubby is 94 and spent last week in the hospital. Because of his age, he cannot have surgery (not life threatening) but now needs a cane. So I am running back and forth to both of them almost every day. They are each others Powerof Attorney, as they left out her son. Both may need to be in nursing homes permanently so their finances will have to be figured out. My uncle is asking me since I've had the misery of doing it 2x before.

I'm more frustrated than meaning to complain. It's just overwhelming. I also need MORE spine surgery which I'm postponing right now. There's a a chance, from what I've been told, than I may need a hip replacement, sooner than later! When it rains it pours! Please keep me in your thoughts that I can handle these situations properly. Thanks all!

ramanth

04-11-2008, 11:16 PM

*HUGS* That's just so much for you to bear Karen. Hope it all pans out as stress free as possible.

Cinder & Smoke

04-12-2008, 12:45 AM

Hi God ~

Hey God ~ Got Your ears on? ... Did'Ja get all that frum K9Karen?
Hope Ya made sum notes.

Kan we get a lil Help fur Auntie an Unkle?
Auntie is gonna need sum Rehab ... anna bed she can't fall out of!
An maybe send Unkle to Cane Walkin Skewel? ... Durn things can be trickie!
An how about a quick Estate Planning class fur Miz K9K ?

SPEAKIN of Miz K9K ... we hope You're still werkin onna FIX fur the dog-byte wrist ...
She's bein purdy *patient* wiff it; a FIX would be nice.

Now we gott worrie 'bout a HIP anna Back ... jest a thought ...
Maybe You could find sumbuddie ELSE fur da PA Docs to practice Sir Jury on.
Miz Karen's seen enuff Docs ta last two life-times.

Fur now - kan Ya send a Hugely Big {{{God'sHug}}} down fur her?

THANKS, God!
/s/ the Prayer Pups

Medusa

04-12-2008, 07:03 AM

Goodness, that's an awful lot for one person to handle. Somehow you'll manage to get through it all, I promise you. We'll keep the prayers going for you and know that you will be able to cope w/it all quickly, easily and in peace. :)

catfamily

04-12-2008, 07:49 AM

Special thoughts and prayers are going out to you k9karen...sounds like your doing to much especially w/spine problems.please slow down so you don't end up hurting your spine more.you still have a long future and you don't want to be in pain for the rest of your life.
my back problems are so bad from doing to much in the past that i will never ever be pain free.if i didn't have mike helping me,i'd be in HUGE trouble.
Please,slow down...let the nurses do a lot of your Auntie's washes...and you can still feed her.

pitc9

04-12-2008, 08:07 AM

Sending {{{HUGS}}} and prayers to you Karen!

Lilith Cherry

04-12-2008, 09:16 AM

Prayers and good thoughts coming your way Karen.

cyber-sibes

04-12-2008, 10:12 AM

Oh Karen, that is a lot on one plate! But honestly, you should put "Karen" on your list of "people to take care of", and perhaps try to leg go of feeling so responsible for handling every detail for others. I you don't, you may find yourself on someone else's "care" list, laid up because of more back & hip problems. Sending you prayers!

pepper636

04-12-2008, 11:44 AM

Please put my 12-1/2 year old black lab, Payton, in your prayers. He has been sick for a month now and looks so sad all the time. I'm hoping the meds are properly dosed now so we can begin the healing process. I'm sure he misses LD, the border collie/husky mix who found us 6 years ago. We lost him to lung cancer on 10/01/2007. Payton just hasn't been the same since.

catfamily

04-12-2008, 12:10 PM

pepper636 i'm sending positive thoughts and prayers to poor payton..he must be grieving at his loss and maybe not feeling well on top of missing his friend. :(

K9karen

04-12-2008, 11:38 PM

LES right now. Thanks you all SO much. I hadn't expected so many responses. Thank you Toots for your beautiful prayer for me.

Saturday (4/12) morning at 6a, my phone rings. I panicked and recognized the caller. My uncle Carl. Crap. He peed blood and panicked. John and I rushed to his house (no, he will not call 911 without me there). I kept him on the phone until I arrived to make sure he wasn't faint or in pain etc. Thankfully, 4 hours in ER, it was determined to be a UTI (caused my a botched, painful catherization from last week). He was sent home with antibiotics. I made him a big breakfast and John helped him to bed. I called and he's fine.

The reason I do Ann's wash is because she has a zillion (no kidding) pieces of clothes all over. She's a fashion diva. All her stuff is linen, silk, cashmere etc. I found 1 sweatshirt and wound up giving her some of my old ones. I finally invaded her place and picked out clothes she won't remember or ever wear again. I don't want her stuff mixed in with others, plus it's all done in hot water.I bought her some cheap sweats and pants the other day. And I was asked to buy her shoes that fit her now swollen feet. I got running shoes, 2 sizes up and the PT girl was very thankful. However, tonight, I found them in a plastic bag in her closet. Seems she had an "accident" which also included the ins and outs of her new Champion pink and white sneakers (t.y. payless). Looks like John has a huge cleaning job ahead of him tomorrow! :p See? i DO draw the line! :D

Thanks for asking Phred..I have to see a Vocational Specialist (suit also includes loss of income) since I only have 1/2 or less use of my hand. It's the neighbor's insurance company holding stuff up. My super (and soon to be wealthy) lawyer is ready to roll I can't believe it's 2 years as of April 5. Still an innocent victim. :mad:

anna_66

04-15-2008, 07:29 AM

Karen I am sorry to hear that your life is so full of stress (and pain) right now. I agree with Pat, you need to take care of you. If you let yourself go who's going to take care of everyone else;)

Lots of hugs and prayers headed your way dear friend!

ramanth

04-28-2008, 02:39 PM

Prayers needed for Kia (and me).

Long story short...

1) A chihuahua picked a fight with Kia
2) The chihuahua lost

I offered to pay the vet bills, but the owner ignored me and left. His owner wasn't very happy with me and I'm nervous someone will talk her into sueing.

I don't blame her for being upset, but seeing as her dog was lunging at every dog at the party, I'm upset she didn't just excuse herself and leave.

We found 5 scratches (from teeth or nails, I'm not sure) on the chihuahua. Kia got nipped on the chin. I don't think anyone will require stitches, but I know how wounds can go unnoticed sometimes. :(

Cinder & Smoke

04-28-2008, 04:29 PM

1) A chihuahua picked a fight with Kia
2) The chihuahua lost

I offered to pay the vet bills ... I'm nervous someone will talk her into suing.

... her dog was lunging at every dog at the party ... :(

:(

How come the Big Dawg always gets blamed for being the aggressor when it's often
NOT the Big Dawg who picked the fight?

I'd suggest you keep an accurate list of the adults who witnessed the altercation.
If you're good friends with one or two of those witnesses, you might ask them to write out
a Statement of what they saw - while it's all fresh in their minds.

A "follow up call" to the Lil Nipper's Mom might help to calm the waters, and you could
repeat your offer to cover any medical bills.

I wouldn't worry too much - after all was said and done, the Lil Snot did manage
to walk away - not too much the worse for wear.

;)

cyber-sibes

04-28-2008, 08:19 PM

:( Prayers for you & Kia, paws crossed everydog is ok and this will go away quietly. It's hard NOT to be upset, but its pretty common for little dogs to pick fights and big dogs get blamed.

zippy-kat

04-28-2008, 09:32 PM

Prayers for my mom, please. It was confirmed today that she has cancer. :(

I'm taking the news harder than she is and finding it easier to cope by ignoring/avoiding any conversation about it. (I guess that's really just a nice way of saying, I won't be answering phone calls or emails for awhile.)

Her next doctor's appointment (to discuss a treatment plan) is May 6th.

I hurt so bad and really just don't have the strength to pray right now; thank you in advance, for those of you who can.

ramanth

04-28-2008, 09:38 PM

OH Zip. :( :( Many many prayers that your mom beats it. *hugs* and prayers for her and your family.

Phred and Pat, thanks. My sisters were there (it was Sasha's party) and a couple other guests saw it, so I'm certain they'd vouch for me and Kia.

Karen

04-28-2008, 09:42 PM

Oh, dear, Zippykat, what kind of cancer? Many kinds now are more curable and treatable than they were even ten years ago. I know and love many cancer survivors, and hope you mom will get the proper treatment and beat this. Remember, cancer isn't necessarily a death sentence anymore, and you and your family will be in our prayers.

Cinder & Smoke

04-28-2008, 10:16 PM

Hi God ~

We need sum spchul Help down in New Messico fur Zippy-Kat's MOM ...
she's gotta problem an needs Your Help, Big Tyme!

We'll be startin a MommaKat Purrayer Thread ...
but wante to give Ya a Hedz Up so's You could alert allua Bridge Kids to add her
to their nitely Purrayers an lite a Speshul Kandil fur her.

And kindly remembur that our own Zipp-Kat, DadGuy, an Lil Sister also need a lotta
{{{God'sHugs}}} to get through this.

Hope nunbuddie mynds, but we're gonna slide Zippy's MommaKat rite up on top of our Purrayer List.

Oh, an God ... kan You make sure our Lil Bowser knowz 'bout this ...
He wuz alluz kinda partial to Mrs. MommaKat when she visited ...
He'll wanna kross his pawz, too.

Thanks, God!

/s/ the Prayer Pups

Catty1

04-29-2008, 12:03 AM

Zippy - treatment plan sounds good. There are lots of ways that cancer is beaten these days.

When you feel up to it, try to find out more about her kind of cancer...she will need a lot of support, as will you. A lot of hospitals have groups for cancer survivors and their families. It helps to know you and your mom are not alone.

{{{{hugs}}}} and PT Prayers!

AmberLee

04-29-2008, 12:32 AM

A young friend of mine, Richard (age 18?), is facing surgery this Friday for a fast growing growth in his throat. If you would please pray for him, it would be appreciated.

Thank you.

Karen

04-29-2008, 11:58 PM

We will, of course.

AmberLee

04-30-2008, 01:25 AM

We will, of course.

Thank you. I've gotten clarification from his mom. The growth is in his sinus cavities. He's been having trouble for 2 years, but it was thought to be an allergy. (And she's thought he was goofing off on taking his allergy medicine and is KICKING herself over this misunderstanding.) At this point he's having a lot of trouble breathing.

Thank you for your support, it's comforting/helping him, his baby sister, mom, and step-dad during a frightening time.

CathyBogart

05-02-2008, 07:47 PM

One of my riding buddies died last week (not in a riding accident) and his family and friends are sorely hurting from the loss of a really genuine, good person. Prayers going out to them....

AmberLee

05-02-2008, 08:07 PM

Thank you. I've gotten clarification from his mom. The growth is in his sinus cavities. He's been having trouble for 2 years, but it was thought to be an allergy. (And she's thought he was goofing off on taking his allergy medicine and is KICKING herself over this misunderstanding.) At this point he's having a lot of trouble breathing.

Thank you for your support, it's comforting/helping him, his baby sister, mom, and step-dad during a frightening time.

Apparently they attempted surgery today on an outpatient basis. Took a biopsy which is being tested, but it was too extensive/bleeding uncontrolled to complete the surgery today. They're in the process of rescheduling until after his high school graduation (mid-June?) and will perform the surgery in a hospital.

Thank you for your prayers and concern.