Will go to hospital for a long time (update #46)

**Kirsten** · 05-20-2008, 12:41 PM

Well, I just got a call from a clinic in Bad Gandersheim today, most likely I will go there on May 28, or June 4; I will get the exact date and all the details in a couple of days. I will keep you informed!

Kirsten

**Laura's Babies** · 05-20-2008, 02:10 PM

In case you leave before I get back, take care and get yourself well.. You are no good to your girls if you are to sick to care for them so THIS IS for them too! I will be thinking about you while I am gone and will send a prayer up every now and then that this is exactly what you need to get well! Take Care, you are cared for a LOT!

**Medusa** · 05-20-2008, 02:30 PM

Take as long as you need to heal, Kirsten. In the meantime, your girls will be well taken care of. God will see to that. Know that all your PT family will be praying for you, as we have been all along.

**Karen** · 05-20-2008, 03:39 PM

Originally Posted by Kirsten

Well, I just got a call from a clinic in Bad Gandersheim today, most likely I will go there on May 28, or June 4; I will get the exact date and all the details in a couple of days. I will keep you informed!

Kirsten

Good to hear! Let the healing begin!

**lizbud** · 05-20-2008, 05:23 PM

I'm glad you don't have to wait much longer. Just remember we will
all be praying & sending you virtual hugs for support.

**Catty1** · 05-20-2008, 08:03 PM

Kirsten! {{{{hugs}}}} I wondered where you were!

So - is this a different clinic than the first two you mentioned?

Looking forward to the update...take care!

**Kirsten** · 05-23-2008, 12:50 PM

Thanks!

I got a letter from the clinic in Bad Gandersheim today, I'll be leaving on May 28 already. Will stay at least till July 9!

The infos they sent sound very good - if only I wouldn't have to part with my girls!! This is almost an unbearable thought, and I'm very worried that something goes wrong while I'm away. Lily has started to run out of the apartment door when it's opened. Yesterday, she tried to escape when I came back with the laundry from the basement. This is scaring me because I don't know how the catsitters will handle such a situation. She never did that before. Just as if she doesn't want me to leave - or as if she wants to come with me!!

Kirsten

**Medusa** · 05-23-2008, 12:55 PM

Try not to let those worries get the better of you, Kirsten, so that you don't hinder your healing. Be sure to make your catsitter aware of what Lily has been doing lately so that she can be extra cautious. All will be well.

**Kirsten** · 05-23-2008, 12:57 PM

Thanks!

Be sure to make your catsitter aware of what Lily has been doing lately so that she can be extra cautious.

I tried to tell them (my mother and neighbor), but they think I'm over-reacting!

That's why I'm worried!!

Kirsten

**Emeraldgreen** · 05-23-2008, 01:04 PM

Kirsten, is it possible to make a temporary second door inside the first one? We did this at our old place in the barn because our cats were always trying to escape as we opened the door to get in. I know it would be unattractive but you you could create something like this using plywood to create a space between the door and the rest of the house. This would allow your pet sitters to open the door, close it behind them, take a few steps and then slide the plywood out of the way. Or instead, you could use some plastic sheeting or tarps and nail them to the ceiling and put rocks or something heavy to keep them from getting in underneath. It would just give your pet sitter that extra 30 seconds to get in and out safely without potential 'escapees' on her tail.
I know this would look really strange but if it gives you peace of mind while you are away, trying to heal yourself, then it would be worth it.
Also, maybe you could have some tags made up before you go with your pet sitters phone number on them. If a cat gets out, someone will read the tag and call the petsitter.
Just some thoughts. Hope they help.

**cyber-sibes** · 05-23-2008, 12:57 PM

I'll be praying for you Kirsten. Our animals pick up on our worries, try to focus on how everything will be okay while you're gone. I usually have a talk with mine & explain everything - seems to help even if they don't understand the words.

**lizbud** · 05-23-2008, 05:24 PM

Originally Posted by cyber-sibes

I'll be praying for you Kirsten. Our animals pick up on our worries, try to focus on how everything will be okay while you're gone. I usually have a talk with mine & explain everything - seems to help even if they don't understand the words.

Well, I'm glad you have a set date so you can begin this healing period,
but don't forget what Cyber-sibes said. It's true you know.