If I didn't have Bad Luck....

[Kfamr]

Oh Karen, what an upsetting series of events. I'm so very sorry.
Wish there was something I could do, but being so far away, I can't do much.

{{{{HUGS}}}}

[luvofallhorses]

Oh no! I am so sorry. I hope you feel better soon! ((((HUGS))))

[K9karen]

Thank you all so much! I was afraid to mention the details. I flagged down every car that went by and only 1 guy stopped. He gave me his cell and a towel. I turned around and the dog was gone. it definitely had a broken leg as it was dragging it. There are a lot of small streets off this main highway. I can't imagine where it went so quickly. John looked, the lady looked, the cops said they would look and call me if they found it. Maybe it went under a car. Since the dog couldn't be found, I had to get the rabies shots. One preventive shot which works 100% immediately, 3 boosters, and now a series of 4 more. I opted to get the shots for safety. My heart knew the dog was OK but dying from rabies isn't in my plans any time soon.

I had laid down my purse to look down at the dog. I knew NOT to touch it. But when I grabbed the purse straps, I guess the dog thought I was going to touch it and although up against the curb, reached back quickly and bit me. The doc that did my wrist is seeing me Friday. The ER doc said he saw the tendon. No pain, just very swollen and numb and purple. I soak it 3x a day and wrap the gauze in aloe vera and it helped. No stitches for a dog bit 'cause it closes the possible infection.

I have flashbacks a lot. I know it was an accident but the sound and sight is something I will never forget. I feel sorry for the dog. If my dogs got out, I'd be all over looking. It was around 11pm on a busy street. I feel awful. The only "ha ha" part is that one of the cops recognized my name and address and asked if I was the "Rottie girl" and how my case was going! What a reputation. Maybe I'll never get a ticket now, being so (in)famous.

Shrek was great. I love the animation. Dinner was expensive and wonderful. On the way home, we stopped at a local gas station and the governor of Pa, Ed Rendell was inside. He lives nearby. I thanked him for the new dog laws (BYB) and senior citizen laws (helped my folks) plus we used to go to the same hair salon and I met him when he was district attorney. As soon as I walked up to him to say hi, he said "Wow! Aren't you cute!" Then he introduced me to his cute limo driver! LOL! My brother was laughing in the car. They don't call him "Fast Eddie" for nuthin'. He'll probably be at our Glenside 4th of July parade. So I did have a good laugh!

At home, had my fave Black Forrest Cake. Took pics I hope i remember to post. I also have some belated Klo pics too. Sorry. Plus my brother gave me a HUGE monetary gift. I will admit he loves celebrations. He can be a really great guy.

Phred, I wear a size 6/8 in body armour. Thank you very much.

Sorry to blab on. Hopefully will get sleep tonight.

Have i told you guys how much I love you? Thanks for your phone calls too. I am a hugger and you each get a bear hug.

[crow_noir]

*HUGS*

Glad to hear that you at least enjoyed the movie. Sometimes the distractions are the only things that help us carry on.

[chocolatepuppy]

Karen, I'm so sorry you have to deal with this. I hope you heal quickly. {hugs}

[Alysser]

I am really glad to hear you had a good day. *hugs*

[pitc9]

Pleeeeease please forgive me Karen for only just now seeing this thread.
I've have a few rough days recently.

I'm so sorry this happened to you. I'm glad your movie and dinner was enjoyable! Hey... Fast Eddie sounds like a great guy!!

[Rachel]

[COLOR=Indigo] Took pics I hope i remember to post. .

Oh, don't worry, we will remind you. Did you get a few of you and the gov?

Phred, I wear a size 6/8 in body armour.

Had to rub it in, didn't you?

[Catty1]

Oh, Karen - you sound in good humour after all this, and I am SO glad you had a great evening!

Did you get the limo driver's phone number?

I do hope that dog is found - he could have 'bolted' out and his owner is worrying. But there are others looking after that, you take care of yourself.

LOL! The "Rottie girl"! How is that case going?

HUGS back to you and take care!