It was a very early start to the day – I got up at 3:45 and Rick before me. On the road by 4:15 and he dropped me at the door for lab work at 6:12, just in time for my 6:20 blood draw.
My next appointment was 8 am for a chest/pelvic scan – my email did NOT say “with contrast” but that’s what it was and I fell apart and cried. Once again they had trouble getting a vein for the IV and the first nurse had to call someone else. Since my arms have had so many IV pokes, the veins have become somewhat scarred and “bumpy” as was explained to me making it hard to get a needle in easily. I sobbed and there went all my makeup for the day. I left after the scan and tried to call Rick to pick me up because my next appt wasn’t until 1:15. He was having the oil changed in my van so I was stuck there. To,top it off I was so concerned about Keeper this morning when we left that I forgot to pick up my book and IPad.
So I began the search for a book – I walked the subway system looking for a bookstore of any kind – none. I finally went back to the gift shop and bought this book.
Many of you are familiar with the grand piano in the Gonda Building – Bill Fisher is the one who plays it every Wednesday. I’ve heard him play – he’s fabulous.
So I began reading for hours while I waited. I found a great chair by a sunny window and actually fell asleep for a bit.
I saw a PA from my surgeon’s team and I was released with flying colors. I have recovered well and only have to see my oncologist on January 30. My appointment is 9:45 that day, thank goodness. It was just too cold to go walking around the downtown area while I waited so it was a long boring day.
Mike and the dogs got along okay except that Keeper was once again so freaked out he wouldn’t stay in the house. Mike didn’t know where he went but he was outside all day in the cold. Rick talked to Mike midmorning so I worried about poor Keeper all day. What will I ever do about him? I simply can’t go anywhere that he can’t go along! Any suggestions?
All the questions I have about recurrence, etc should be presented to my oncologist, Dr. Robinson, on January 30. The worst news is that I have to go through this identical day every three months.
So that was my day – good checkup but bad news that I have to keep having these checkups. At least the weather was kind to me and the next time I go, winter should be gone.
This picture from a reader in snowy Ohio:
This dog food recipe is from Kris whose dog Bruce loves it!
And here’s my favorite buddy, Keeper
Brrr..it’s going to be a cold trip to the barn now but gotta go.
Hi Mary. I have a 4 hour infusion every four weeks. The butterfly needle works great but might not allow them to inject the dye at the proper speed. My oncologist suggested a port when I started this treatment as my veins curl and blow out in seconds. I think I counted 25 tries once but I might have been out of my mind by then. Anyway the port is a great solution if you need frequent blood draws or injections. It’s a pretty easy surgery and recovery. Ask your doc if it’s a possibility for you. I hope so. My port failed after 7 years which is very rare but I needed it replaced. The last time we tried to use it I needed 8 painful injections. I would recommend it if possible. Good luck and good health ahead for you!!!
So happy for your good report from Mayo.
As for Keeper, your idea of having Hank come over sounds like a good one. Also, maybe Becky can be there for your next appointment.
Take Care, 🥰
I am so glad you had good news. I bet Keeper is happy you and Rick are home. I was recently in the ICU for three days and then three more days for Afib. I lost count of how often I was stuck for blood draws and IV’s. Two of the nurses had to use an ultrasound machine to find my veins. The bruises were awful. I hope to stay away from there for a while. Hope tomorrow is a good day for everyone.
Diane – oh my goodness! 6 days is a long time and three of them in ICU! What happened to land you there? Rick has had Afib several times over the years. I remember being woken up in the middle of the night to be stuck!!!
I was to have a colonoscopy, and I had a sore foot. I guess I let it get to me, and then the doctor refused to do the colonoscopy because they were afraid of a stroke. My breathing became difficult, and my son-in-law who was an EMT took me out to the hospital. During the first three days in ICU, they couldn’t regulate my heart so they shocked it to get it back in rhythm. Unfortunately, it didn’t work for long. I spent another three days in ICU and finally Diltiazem has controlled it. A nurse came in the room around 3:45am to take my weight. Another tech would come in between 4 and 6 to take blood. It is not a restful place.
Diane – well, you said it! It’s not a restful place! Oh my, you had quite a time of it – and the shock didn’t keep your heart in rhythm long? Yes, they keep waking you up in the middle of the night!!!! Maddening. I hated it.
Reading the comments on some good advice for you and Keeper. I am glad you received good news.
Mary, so glad you got good news, but sorry it was such a rough day. Poor Keeper! And poor you since you worried about him all day!! I think I worry more about my pets now than I ever worried about my kids!!
So many of you seem to have trouble with the needle. My mom did as well. Finally, she would only be poked by a pediatric nurse. They are used to those tiny veins, and get that needle in the vein “toot sweet”.
Lots of great tips by other readers – just wanted to share this as I didn’t see it mentioned.
When I had heart surgery, they took a section of artery out of my forearm. Now everybody goes for the bend by my elbow which NOBODY has been able to use. I say NO to that, not even if God came down, I wouldn’t let him try it either. Now they can use the butterfly needle and get into a vein about an inch from where the artery is located. My doctor’s nurse said to tell them I’m a hard case. She said if they are worth their salt, they will appreciate the information. There are different degrees of ability to find the veins. Some of them don’t have it!
Glad you got a good report.
Betty in Rapid City
Mary I’m so happy you had a good report! I think your idea of having Hank and his mom and come babysit. That would be perfect. Keeper would be too busy to worry about you.
As far as finding a vein. They had to do a cutdown for one of my cataract surgeries. The anesthesiologist had to do it. The needle with the Novocain was the worst. Oh well….
Well, you got one visit down so now relax!
Mary, so glad for the good report from Rochester. I hear yah about IV people. It just amazes me how they would even consider multiple tries when they know they are having issues. They have to know that just the anxiety of having it done makes peoples veins constrict! Keeper reminds me of my daughter’s black lab from years ago. If they kenneled him during the day when they went to work, he would literally break out of the wire kennel. Even though the 2 terriers were right next to hi in their kennel. It got to the point all three of them would be in one kennel. She also at times would take hime to work with her( when the weather permitted) and he would sleep in the vehicle. She would go out during her breaks for potty breaks, but he was happy as a clam. It will be trial and error to see what he responds to. Rest up now for your next trip and maybe some short trips to the store without Keeper will help him know you are coming back.
Oh, Mary, what a rough day. Glad to hear that the reports are good. Poor Keeper. Not a particularly good day to be outside! I’d worry too. We always want our fur babies to be happy! Just had someone offer to shovel my driveway out. One advantage to being in the city. Someone always shows up! It’s not free, but helps me enormously!! I’m not going anywhere! We got about 6″ of snow.
Bruce’s favorite dog food sounds delicious… I think I’ll try it for dinner tonight. I might even let my dog try it too, lol!
So nice to hear that it was good news and what a day filled with anxiety for you. Poor Keeper.
My friend gets regular infusions for an issue for years now. When they are scheduled for an MRI with contrast they first go to the infusion center for the stick. The associates at the center are enouraging and say they do not mind at all. The MRI attendants are thrilled because they can get right down to business. In your case it will be necessary to work with someone to help you find a particularly talented medical person.
I had that issue with an mri oncd my tricks are to avoid coffee/tea for 8-10 hours before amd to make sure I drink enough water. My favorite appointment was 9 pm on a Saturday night! The nurse was extra careful because he wanted to go home at the end of his shift at 10.
Mary you could give Keeper some Benadryl. I give two to Lacy when she is restless and it helps her rest. I started giving it to her for dry skin, itching but it also helps calm. The dosage is one tab for every 25 lbs so I give two tabs because she’s over 50 lbs. You can check with your vet about this. I call it her “sleepy cheese” cause I give it to her in cheese.
Mary, Could Keeper go with you to Mayo? Not ideal but potentially an option if you are not staying overnight. Also in addition to what other have commented on hydration and warmth, collect the names of the people that successfully insert the IV. Ask for the people that have been successful in starting your IV when you check in.
Glad your appointment overall was good news.
Hallelujah for the good report! I’m sorry it was such a long, arduous day to get to that point.
We’re all so grateful for your updates.
So glad you received a good report, Mary! I’m thinking the visits may taper off after the 1st yr or so. My husband was diagnosed with a rare form of bladder cancer & was checked every 3 mo for the first 2 yrs, then every 6 mo until he hit 5 yr since his initial surgery. That type of never has reappeared after 5 yrs. Poor Keeper! He’s so attached to you, Mary! Fur babies are just like us, some of us have a higher level of anxiety than others! When my little Bentley was living it took me a while to find something that worked. He was a rescue @ 9 & had a lot of anxiety. I finally learned not to close the door of his kennel & put one of my blankets in it. He also knew when I laid 2 tiny treats in it that I would be gone but would be back. Keeper probably would have been fine if the van was there & he could have curled up in it. Hopefully your vet can help find a solution! Snow! Near Kings Island we had almost 12″ of snow! Streets have finally been plowed, but not our driveways…yet! So another sew day today!!
So glad to hear from you! I worried about you and the weather, but of course you have THE best truck driver in the whole US! And, he gets the van serviced! What a guy! 🙂 And, if you are healthy forever with only having to go for three month check-ups, what an incredible thing. Hope they get you an experienced “sticker” that you can request ahead of time!
The cold finally got to Houston so maybe this week of “light” freezes will kill the pollen and the weeds! I do not envy those of you with all that snow, but enjoy seeing your photos.
Your official new hat: Keeper’s comfort person
I really don’t like needles either, but I would think it’s more tolerable than the anxiety of never knowing if the cancer flared up again and discovered too late to deal with it. Have you noticed how many body issues show up due to dehydration? I need to work on this.
So glad the report came back good, the anxiety is gone and now the sewing mojo can emerge again.
It sounds like a long exhausting day, especially when you forgot the items to keep you busy between appointments. So sad about Keeper. Hopefully some of your readers’ suggestions will help for the next time you have to be away. We are thankful for the good report from your doctor.
I hate to tell you this, but you will always have contrast during an MRI. I had cancer 38 years ago, and still have to have contrast. Once you have had cancer, they look for it every time.
Good tips here for hydrating and a warm compress before the stick.
So glad we missed that snow storm over the weekend. We still have an inch or so on the ground. I need to fill feeders today as the birds and squirrels are waiting. lol
Diana – 38 years and you still need contrast??? Oh, that is discouraging to hear. First of all, why don’t they let the “expert” do it the first time??? always some nurse who can’t do it, then after how many tries, she finally calls for help. Why can’t I have the expert for the first try????
Yes, but I was stage 4 melanoma. I don’t need many MRI’s, thank God, but I have a bad back that needs looked at once in a while. It’s been okay since I retired, so I think sitting in an office all day wasn’t good for me. That’s my story and I’m sticking to it!! (Never mind I can sew for days with no issues…)
I ALWAYS tell them I am a bad stick, so they are prepared BEFORE time for the contrast.
Diana – this sounds like a dumb question but they never call this “scan with contrast” an MRI but is that what it is?
So glad you got a good report, yeah! Now to figure out what to do for Keeper. Some have suggested CBD oil or calm chews, they do help, maybe ask your vet what would he recommend for Keeper! My daughters use these for their dogs and it helps. For the first time ever this last time the phlebotomist had a hard time getting my vein, she said I was dehydrated, so next time I will make sure to drink more water before I go. Very glad you are doing so well!
Since Hank is such a good buddy to Keeper maybe Hank could come and be with Keeper while you are gone.
Dee – I thought the same thing – I will schedule my next appt when Hank is free and somebody can be here with them that knows them.
I’m sorry you have such trials with blood draws and IV’s—a lot of people do, including my husband and sister. Our family has found that the skill level of the people doing these varies a lot. Many hospitals are now using dedicated IV teams—that’s all they do. Ask if that’s available for you. As someone else said, tell your doctor there that you have a serious issue and ask if they can make sure whoever is working with you knows it. May not help as it seems communication at some hospitals is abysmal—but it can’t hurt to try.
So glad your news is good otherwise!
Poor Keeper! My daughter’s dog Freija has anxiety . Katie and her husband drove down from Duluth last week and brought their dogs—Freija got Xanax and another drug to calm her down and help her sleep. She’s still a bit anxious when she’s in unfamiliar circumstances and Katie’s not there, but she let us walk her and no barking, etc. Katie doesn’t give her meds very often but it really helps her when she needs it. Might ask your vet about it—might be enough to keep him in when you have to be gone. Poor doggies want their mamas!
I have had multiple “dye with contrast” scans. What helps the most is to drink lots and lots of water the day before. A sports drink helps, too, because it holds hydration longer. Ask your doctor for help with this. Glad you’re home!
We had to start leaving our first rescue for short periods of time like 15 -20 minutes at first. Now she knows I’m coming back but won’t let others take her out to poddy when I’m gone. Every time I go out the door I say to them “I’ll be back” and they look for me now sitting on the back of the couch. Does not happen with my husband, just me. Rescues have been through alot and I try to remember their history has shaped them to react and you and I are their safe haven. My friend gave CBD or something related like that her vet recommended she try to her dog for anxiety and all he did was pee all over the house. Maybe too much or wrong dosage.
I echo many others here with it’s all good news that no further treatment is needed and now they’ll watch you. I’m a terrible stick too and working with phlebotomists through the years I know there are some more skilled than others. It’s the first thing many would say when they sat down “I’m not easy” and so butterfly needles would be used along with warm towels. Drinking lots of water pumps up the poor veins which is what I have to do every time I have a blood draw. I see my oncologist now every 6 months after the three months was up so we are hoping it’ll be a year time frame after my next visit. I guess once you have a tumor, others could pop up so catching early is the key to living the good life like you are!
Glad your appointment went well. Yes it stinks that you have to go back every three months. Poor Keeper. He’s such a sweet, devoted dog.
What a long day! I’m so sorry they had trouble finding a vein! I have experienced that and when I went for an infusion last time they had an ultraviolet light (called near-infrared light NIL) that found a vein super quick and it was amazing! Is that a possibility to ask for next time you go? Wish all my nurses would do that! Sorry you’re have to have 3 month checkups – hopefully it’s just for the first year post-op?
Poor Keeper – he just loves you so! I like the idea above of recording your voice …
Hope you can sleep in a bit today and rest up – sewing therapy would be good! 😁 Hugs to you
Kelli – I slept until almost 9 am!! Getting up in the middle of the night is not for old people!!
Mary, so glad you got good news today. I have veins issues too. They can never find a vein in my left arm, meanwhile the one in my right arm is screaming “Hey! look at me, aren’t I beautiful? Come on inside”.. I’m waiting for the day it says “don’t come near me”
Love the quilting ruler in the snow and Brenda’s comment that she is a drug dealer for an 18 yr, old cat. We’ll do anything for our babies, won’t we?
Quite the day today. Had to personally take on the task of calling 911 for two residents. One fell yesterday and it was obvious she broke bones in her hand but nobody here seemed to care. I sent photos to the state ombudsmen who rushed over to look at her. Then, around 11 pm, I was chatting with a good friend on the enclosed patio when she became very ill. We waited forever for a care giver, I finally called 911 who decided she needed to be sent to the ER. Please everyone, say a prayer for my friends, Wanda and Mary.
This morning I had to call 911 because a psycho resident who is a heavy drug addict verbally assaulted me, calling me “ a f*cking b*tch” and screaming “I hope you die”. This is the third time this has happened, after each of the first two I was promised if it happened again he would be evicted. This morning the president of the Resident Council was a witness. He went to the executive director and said “enough is enough, you need to evict the guy NOW!”. Everyone is terrified of this guy,, staff and residents. I did call 911, they said he has a 1st amendment right to threaten me, they advised me to keep ”recording and reporting”. I replied that now I knew why so many victims of domestic violence end up dead.
On a happier note, I received my 42nd card today from all you lovely people. It was from Elizabeth in Kansas. Thank you Elizabeth for the beautiful handmade card! Is that a Stampin’ Up design? I know how much you put into it because I too was a stamp artist for 25 years and managed the artistic rubber stamp department of a major paper company (Think “The Office” customer), for 8 years. I was also the President of 2 different stamp clubs. I made all my greeting cards, holidays, birthdays, sympathy, birth announcement’s, etc.
Jamie – I wish you lived in a different facility – sounds like your housemates depend on you and staff simply doesn’t care. I hope the psycho resident is gone for good! You shouldn’t have to live with that abuse. Sounds like he needs to be in a mental institution.
Jamie, I’m so sorry that you had to experience such a threat from another resident. There are other places for folks who are unstable and threaten others. My daughter worked in a few places for those folks. I will keep Mary and Wanda in my prayers for a speedy return to good health and home. They are lucky to have you to keeping watch over them.
Mary. I totally relate. My dog, Ellie, won’t go out or if she does then she won’t come in. She won’t eat except in a corner behind something if I’m gone. When I was gone over Christmas I called her in from the yard twice on speaker phone. Makes traveling more stressful. But you might try a recording of your voice next time – not ideal but at least she was in the house rather than outside all night like she was the first night.
Rosalie – I see I’m not the only one with a dog with separation issues nd he’s afraid of men. Why? I had him here as a puppy, then two months that I was unaware he got left at the shelter which is the only time I can think of that may have created a fear of men as well as such separation anxiety. I wish some of you readers lived close to me because you understand and could help me
So glad your checkup went well, except for finding the vein. My Mom always had the Mercy helicopter pilot insert hers because no one else was able to find it. Experience does matters. Trips to Mayo are always exhausting but well worth the trip. Mayo will always schedule based on your drive time so, make sure they know you have a 2 hour drive. Guess you’ll be back to making stars today, with Keeper sitting on your feet.
Deb – these appointments were made without my input and I was notified on Christmas Eve day however I’m not alone. Many patients live two plus hours away. When I walked into the lab waiting room, which was huge, it was nearly full – at 6:20 am. So I need to stop whining.
My husband’s veins are hard to find but if a warm towel is placed on them first it goes better. I think the warmth is suppost to raise them. Also I believe dehydration can cause issues making veins more difficult to find. I don’t really know any of this stuff but both my husband and I have gone through decades of sticks and been told things along the way.
Jean – your advice is spot on – I’ve heard these same suggestions and I WILL do them the next time.
I’m joining the chorus reacting to your good news! So very thankful that you got a good report.
I’m happy you had good results yesterday. I have problems with blood draw also – butterfly needle in my right arm near my elbow. When I had my lower lumber fusion I told the nurse about my concern about an IV. She found a vein near my left wrist and gave me a shot with a little tiny needle to deaden the area (it felt like a mosquito bite). Then she put the IV in and there was absolutely no pain. Wow! Why can’t they all do that?
After my hip replacement a year ago I used my right arm to leverage myself to get up and have had bicep tendinitis ever since. I’ve been going to PT twice a week since July and even though I see improvement, I’m still in a lot of pain. Now my doctor is suggesting an MRI of the shoulder to make sure there isn’t something else beside tendinitis. I have severe claustrophobic issues and as long as my head is outside the enclosure I am fine. I’m sure in order to take pictures of my shoulder I’ll have to be totally inside. They’ve tried giving me Valium before the procedure but it made it worse. So now I’m worried sick about getting this MRI. If it isn’t one thing it’s another!!!
Gloria – I don’t know why they don’t lay a towel over my eyes or a mask. One time years ago they had music piped in and even asked me what kind I’d like to hear. Why can’t they all be like that? I’m sorry you’re in pain again.
That valium was an issue for me also a long time ago. Strange medication indeed.
Gloria, I recently had to have my ears checked with an MRI test. My head and upper shoulders were tightly put into a machine for the test, and I did experience claustrophobia. They pulled me out and gave me an eye mask and then used a small fan to blow cool air up into the tube. It helped me a lot. The machine was super close to my face, and I was inside it for 40 minutes. Maybe this could help you. Good luck.
Gloria, when I had to have an MRI for my right shoulder problems, I was able to close my eyes and sing church hymns to myself the whole time. They had a fan blowing on me too. I knew I had to keep my eyes shut – when I had my cataract surgery I happened to see that contraption coming closer and closer to my eye and I nearly had a panic attack right then and there! Then the dr. stopped the machine and let me rest for the 15 seconds it took for the nurse to come in and put me out. Put your trust in God. Proverbs 3:5-6 – or in a Higher Power, if that is your mindset.
Mary, speaking as a nurse, PLEASE talk to the oncologist about the issues with starting an IV for the CT scan. They know better than anyone about IV access. You are not the only person with this issue and this is crazy that they torture you like this. It may be as simple as getting a nurse that is more specialized in starting IV’s. Another good ask — can the CT be done without contrast?
Mary sorry that the day was a little stressful but at least you got a good report. Getting a book and soaking up the sunshine and music was a blessing while you had to wait for your appointment in the afternoon. You’ll have to have your list of questions ready for the oncologist. Maybe put your bag with your take alongside by your purse as a reminder to take with you.
I’m sure Keeper is concerned you will be gone for longer periods and doesn’t want you to be gone. Maybe do short trips without him and then he will see that you’re coming back.
Today I have checkup on my knee replacement from September. Don’t expect ther to be any issues. Finally better about doing our basement steps without any problems. Still careful.
Making progress on the Breast Cancer quilt for my daughter. 26 rows of 38 are sewn. Will be sewing these rows together at my quilting buddy’s today after getting back from town.
Take care everyone and stay safe.
Rita – oh, forgetting my stuff will NEVER happen again! And many of my questions that I had written down will be prepared for my oncologist. Cancer is such a foreboding word for everyone but I never knew how much it would hang over one’s head 24/7. It’s always there.
Sorry about the veins.too bad a person who has chosen Healthcare profession is not compassionate enough to help with your challenge.–maybe use a bit of imagination. Good news with van oil change taken care of. It is nice to hear about a cancer result as promising as yours.
Oh man, I feel your pain about the needles. I’m a hard stick too. They use the butterfly needle, but it doesn’t matter because my veins roll. A lot of nurses will wrap my arm in a hot wet towel that helps to raise the veins. Otherwise they have a nurse Anesthetist do it instead of trying so many times & then end up calling her anyway. My next CT with dye is in April. Ugh.
Jean – you just gave me the same advice the dr did – she even suggested I bring a heating pad to put on my arm. I’m sick of being the guinea pig for the nurses who aren’t capable of finding a vein!! What’s a butterfly needle?
Mary, a butterfly needle is about half the size of the regular needle, plus it has two plastic “wings” on it to help the nurse place it in the vein. Google will help with pictures, I’m sure. My veins roll too. But I don’t have to be stuck much since I stopped giving blood. It took too long for me to recover, that’s why I stopped. I would just get too tired after I turned 65 years old.
Oh, Keeper’s eyes in that photo, Mary!! “You will never leave me again, do you hear?” See how his ears are laid back and his eyes are piercing yours even though the camera is in the way!! Such a good loving doggy!
Oh do I know the issues with IV’s. I get an infusion every month and I’m a terrible stick. Drink lots of liquid the day and night before and try to keep the arms warm. Ask for a heated blanket as soon as you can and wrap your arms in it. These are not fool proof but they help.
We have had such a problem with our cat and her separation issues. I had surgery last spring and was gone for 3 weeks. My son says she cried constantly. The guy at the pet supply store suggested we give her a relaxer. So I help my 18 year old cat get high but she handles separations better.
Brenda – maybe I should ask the vet about something for Keeper if I have to leave him. Thank you!
Brenda, How about a video on a phone so they could replay your message, hearing your voice could be all that is needed, or a face to face live video!
So glad you made your trip safely and got good news. Poor Keeper! I’m glad you found a book. I’m no good at waiting without something to do. A book, some sewing handwork, games on my phone, etc. I’m so sorry about your veins. My son has problems with blood draws and IVs too. It takes real pros to find veins in his arms.
We are waiting to see what Thursday’s weather will be. They’re predicting snow and some stations quite a lot. A nephew is a pilot so I’ve got a room ready for him. We’re 15 minutes from the airport and his house is an hour away on a good day. Bad weather means he needs to be closer.
Susan K – let us know what your weather is like on Thursday – awfully nice that you can provide a “hotel room” close by.
does keeper like the car? my ike likes to go for rides and just sleep in the car. sometimes he doesn’t want to get out, so i just leave him in the driveway to snooze for a few hours!
Kit – the door to my van is open 24/7 because that’s where Keeper chooses to lay but I had the van, of course. Otherwise he goes with me everywhere and since he refuses to get out of the car, he never misses a trip!
So glad for the good report!
And happy you found a book and a chair in the sunshine. Naps are a good thing.
Be encouraged and don’t over-do. Let the body continue to recuperate. You know what they say — snow day, sew day. Maybe snooze a bit, too. 🙂
Blesssings!
Hi Mary, sorry they have such trouble with your veins,maybe try the foot!Have just done y first uber eats order on internet! Looking forward to green curry now! Big water fight in backyard this afternoon with all Stella’s friends and neighborhood kids, fortunately we have a nice sunny day! The family go to Taiwan early Thursday morning for 3 weeks. It will be quiet here, but l have tidying up to do,quilts to work on and some visits planned. Keeper is such a devoted boy, he really appreciates you giving him a home Mary! Take care everyone, best wishes from Sandy
Sandy – water fight! How fun! You will surely miss those little girls, won’t you? But they’ll be back!!!
Wahoo! It’s great news for now. Can’t they put the IV in somewhere else or put in a port so that you don’t have to go through this all the time?
I’m so glad that it went well. Always the worry about the weather, will the dr be on time, is the dr there? I hate the drive anyway, gotten worse since I older. Poor Keeper, I know the struggle, he just worries you won’t come back. Take care,