Just had the results back from my full yearly scans. All stable! Phew!
And I won’t write too much on that subject as, when I tap the keys, my little fur ball thinks it’s a game.
I took possession of this little rascal two weeks ago today, and life as I knew it has changed. My daughter has a Moodle and I’ve been jealous of her little Billie for four years. She wanted to get another one. So I said, “How about I get it and when I go, you will take her for me?”
So that’s our deal. And we are all so happy.
I was given a dog when I was little and it was stripped away from me after about 4 weeks of adoration between the two of us. So I’ve never, ever had one of my own since.
This feels like my bucket list is being fulfilled in so many ways. If Covid would settle then the next part of my dream could begin. Travelling around Australia with my little girl Stevie, in our camper van together.
I’m doing a trial run this weekend with some friends. But as it stands we can’t go over any borders from Victoria, cause our Covid cases are on the rise. Second wave!
Sending love and gentle hugs from down under to all my friends all over the world. So lucky to have you all.
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First, a big congratulations on your stable scan results! And next, a bigger congratulations on owning such a cute and adorable pup. Look at those eyes😊 Those eyes will surely melt even the most hardened of hearts!
Awww he’s adorable....he’ll keep you busy and happy
Glad you’re scan good...you’ve had a lovely few days
It’s bad about Covid where you are...In UK there’s a hot spot in Leicester and they’re not opening pubs now in that city
We’ve just cancelled our family holiday to Madeira as it was in four weeks time and there are too many things that could go wrong and it won’t be stress free even when we get there...I’m quite upset as this could have been my last holiday with the family
They’re all planning ahead to what we could do in the future instead....how can I think if the future ?... they seem to forget I’m terminally ill....I could scream at them but I don’t say anything
Sorry didn’t mean to spoil your post...enjoy your little pup
Secondly. Please don’t apologise. Oh you have had such a hard time. And I get what you mean. Covid= not travelling= dreams unfurled= when will/can they happen again? And for you. I know you are at a point where you are so unsure of anything/everything. I’m so so so sorry that the family are not goin to the place you need them to go. Not holiday plans. But the truth of it. That hard truth for the, might mean they can’t go there
I was talking funeral music with a friend the other day. He totally changed the subject. He’s my closest friend. And music is our connection. He rang me up in tears later and apologised and said it was his inability to think of saying goodbye.
Maybe you should scream at them!
Please scream at them. Or tell them how this feels for you. You have no idea what this may open up.
You always talk sense and understand where I’m coming from...I’ve just paid for another travel insurance policy as well!!! So stupid of me...ah well it’s only money
Barb xx
Hi Chris,
Congratulations on your stable scan results! What wonderful news. Thanks for sharing the picture of little Stevie as well. She's gorgeous! I wouldn't be able to resist those eyes.
To all of you who have seen and replied...... yes.
Thank you for seeing what I see in her.
And.....yes.
It’s very hard to resist “those eyes” . And she is such a little angel. The most beautiful personality. I can’t believe my luck. And she’s also really calm and chilled. What luck.
She is so sweet ...but I’m sure a bundle of mischief too! ...so nice for you to have a such a lovely distraction at this time . And for your daughter to realise the dream ! And fabulous news on your stable scan results ! Enjoy! x 🐶🦴
Oh I’m glad you liked our country and had a good experience. It is pretty stunning here. Even if I can’t go interstate, there is still so much of Victoria I have not yet seen.
The new arrival is gorgeous! There is nothing like a dog to help you be in the moment without worrying about the past or future.
I took on a Labrador pup last October and he is gorgeous and fitted in so well with my old lady Tess who is now 15 and the former baby of the family, Meg, who is now 8. All chocolate labs.
I didn’t think I had time to take on another but I am so glad I did. They teach us so much about life, despite the mess 😊
Just had another look and your new baby looks just like Henry’s best friend who is an adorable cocker poo with endless energy and very refined. Henry is considered a bad influence by her owners as he taught her the joy of rolling in sheep muck and swimming in muddy water 😆
You go girl. Was thinking of flying over to Sidney to see my aunt once flight restrictions are lifted. Got to do what I can in the time we have left. All the best.
Enjoy what u xan while u can. Take care. God bless.
Omg how adorable! My dog helps me cope with all we go thru. He seems to know when to do something funny to make me laugh! He will bring you much joy. Congrats on good scans!
Great news about the scans and your new furr baby is sooo adorable! Stevie looks like an adventurous travel buddy once you can start to venture further. Hopefully that will be soon.
Wonderful news about your scans! Such a sweet fur baby. Im so happy for you to realize this dream of your own pup. Just makes me smile to look at this picture! Enjoy!🎈🎈🎉
Yes. Her name is Stevie. After Stevie Nicks from Fleetwood Mac.
Great news and I’m celebrating also. Love your little fur ball. My bucket list has a visit to my Son and family in Brisbane. I haven’t seen them in 10 years. It’s a long flight from the UK but if I can make it I will. Best wishes
Certainly would but I know it would be worth it. Last time we changed flights in Hong Kong with an hour wait then straight on to Brisbane. It was great. We left the UK at 11.00 a.m. and got to Brisbane late afternoon so the sleep pattern worked out well. I live in hope.
Congrats on your scans. I can imagine that must feel so good!! What a gorgeous pooch! We were working on getting my 11 year old a hypoallergenic puppy but then I got diagnosed and I was told that pets can cause infection so not to introduce a new animal into the house. So sad because he can really use the companionship and secretly I want the dog just as much LOL. We only have two tortoises. No dogs or cats but really really want that dog for him. Anybody know about the chances of contracting infections from pets as it relates to having MBC? I hope I can still get him a dog at some point.
Just do it! Anything can cause infection dancer1000. But the joy you and your family and others would get, would worth be more than the risk of infection.
I’m with TimTam. I have 3 dogs and have never caught anything from them. Though I don’t allow them upstairs or let them lick me. For house training I always used gloves and disinfectant. For me the benefits of my dogs far outweighs the risks. But saying that it’s not something to take in lightly, if you get a puppy think about the amount of work and mess that you would have with a baby.
My son had problems socialising due to dyspraxia and growing up with dogs was a godsend for him. He now lives abroad and FaceTimes to talk to the dogs not me!
Congrats on the scan! Woohoo! And your pup is beyond adorable. Love how you've arranged for her care in the future. You're a good mom. We're in our second wave, too (although I'm not sure we ever got past the first one). Texas is sinking fast - so many people here don't want to comply with the mask order or social distancing. So...more at home time for us with less than stellar immune systems. Sigh. Take care and be safe.
So many families here have been mixing with each other and also refusing getting tested for covid 19. And now it's spreading like crazy. They think they are not going to get it or pass it on. But yes, we just need to keep safe. As they don't think of people like us or the elderly do they?
Congratulations on all counts. That little dog is adorable. I am very pro-dog having 2 myself. I hope you get to take that camper trip! It sounds like fun. COVID sucks.
That’s great news and congratulations on your new baby, gorgeous
Congratulations on the stable scan. That is wonderful. Your new fur baby is adorable. I have three dogs and they are the best company. I would be lost without them.
So happy for both you and little Stevie! You are both so blessed!!
I've got a couple of little rescue dogs who are a major part of my life. One of them is in surgery as I write this, after having torn the ACL in his right hind leg a week ago (yes, even poochies can blow out a knee!) I can't wait for him to heal (surgeon says eight weeks out) and enjoy the companionship of my sweet little guy.
You are right that your life has changed forever but in such a GREAT WAY!!
Thanks. Yes. Even laying in my little campervan, it's pouring here, soothing rain falling on the roof of the van, and she's sound asleep in my arms. Both of us wrapped in out live blanket. Ooooooooo. Little bubba.
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