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So sorry for your loss Jacquie, please take care of yourself through this difficult time ((Hugs)) Sue

I'm so sorry for your loss Maxinne, I cannot imagine what you are going through. Please take care of yourself... ((Hugs)) Sue

I'm so sorry to hear your news, sending you lots of thoughts and prayers, and please take care of yourself during this rough time. Lots of ((hugs)) Sue

Hi Thanks for the info. I did do some searches today and have been reading up on it quite a bit. Lots of useful information. Still not sure though. My dogs were wonderful with the cat and I know they miss him. I just don't know how they would welcome a new kitty. Tough decision. Too bad dogs can't talk or this would be a much easier decision.. thanks again Sue

Hi everyone AS you know we had to put our prescious kitty to sleep a few weeks ago and we all miss him tremendously... He was such a sweetheart and very loving. We have been talking about getting another cat, but we just aren't sure. We have always been dog people but Kelly talked us into getting Smokey when he was a kitty. He was very sick when we brought him home, we nursed him back to health and he had an awesome 8 years with us. We have two dogs as well. I guess thats my problem. Smokey was the first cat in our family. We had no idea what to do with him, so we basically raised and trained him like a dog. I know that probley sounds funny but we did. Smokey would fetch, roll over, play dead, the whole nine yards!! He was a great cat!! I guess my question is how would I introduce a new cat into the house, without trematizing him/her into the house?? as well as the dogs. Is there a way to do this??? I'm also guessing the faster we do this the better, since the dogs are use to a cat being in the house... Any suggestions would be helpful thanks ((Hugs)) Sue

Hi hmichel!! My daughter Kelly took some lessons a few years back, kind of during a bad time. I just brought a heavy blanket and laid down in the corner of the stables and watched her. It was great.. hope you are enjoy this. ((Hugs)) Sue

So sad My daughter Kelly started college a few weeks back, we thought maybe her cat was just lonesome for her or depressed. I took him to the vet right away, they did some blood work they found he was suffering from a liver disease, we went from oral antibiotics to bringing him in daily for shots very quickly. He went downhill so fast. He hadn't ate in two weeks, except for what I force fed him. This morning I brought him in, he was so sick and looking so sad . The vet said he was really starting to suffer. I feel so bad. We are all so heartbroken ((Hugs)) Sue

Oh Becky!! Sorry things didn't go as planned... But definately keep your chin up things will work out for you, sometimes it just takes a little longer than what we plan. Try to relax, easier said then done, I know Good luck, I'll be thinking about you ((Hugs)) Sue

Enjoy your spec ial day, Happy Birthday!! ((Hugs)) Sue

Hi Becky!! Wondering how you did your first week at work? Hope you are doing great!! ((Hugs)) Sue

We just got back from a Birthday Party!! Happy Birthday to you ((Hugs)) Sue

Dear Katherine, My heart goes out to you as well.. Losing a pet, is losing a family member.. We've lost several pets over the years but their memories always bring smiles to my face. ((Hugs)) Sue

I made it through the first week!!! WHOOOOOOOOHOOOOOOO!!! I am impressed with myself, but not taking anything for granted!! I know how things can come crashing down when you least expect it. Yesterday I was there for almost 6 hours, but only working about 4, she is still training me and I am amazed at the business she runs... Her staff is just like one big family, of course there are alot of issues but in the end they seem to really be there for each other. Tomorrow she has a group of staff going down to childrens hospital (in detroit),to the cancer ward, half are doing makeovers with parents, more like pampering and the other half are working with the kids, decorating caps that have attached ponies for the girls and without for the boys. She is amazing!! She also does a fashion show in the fall, another fundraiser, her models are all cancer patients from the hospital. If she'll let me I'll post some pictures... I've known Angela my whole life, but had no idea what she did with her business. as impressed I am with myself, I am more impressed with my friend. Have a great day everyone, ((Hugs)) Sue

Congratulations I am so excited for you, WOW full time Let us know how you do!!! ((Hugs)) Sue PS/ I'm so proud of myself, my son taught me how to change my avatar today!!! whoooohoooo

I still get a little jittery about it everyday I go in but Iam committed to making this work!!! It feels really good to be getting out and doing something constructive!!! ((hugs)) Sue

Hi everyone So far so good !! I'm working just a couple of hours a day, a few days a week, working on her books, mostly payroll and a little accounts rec/pay. The office is in the back of the shoppe, so I'm not there amongst all the activity (Its a very busy shoppe, she does a lot of work with cancer patients, adults and children, as well as her usual daily business) So my friend is very patient, everything is clicking, my brain is still working!! AMEN!! and I can't wait to get my check!!!!!!!!!!!!!! LOL Thanks you guys for always caring!! (Hugs) Sue

Thats awesome Becky!! I just went back to work part time!! So far its working out very well. Best wishes on your interview!! Let us know how things go ((Hugs)) Sue

Bernie arrived at my house Saturday afternoon!! Just in time to be at my sisters 50th surprise birthday party!! He had a great time, maybe a little too much cake, lol Today he is going to Eastern Michigan University!! Kelly is home for the weekend and we are taking her home today so figured he might as well come with us Hope he doesn't get car sick All in fun, will post pictures soon. ((Hugs)) Sue http://www.smugmug.com/gallery/2183826

Dawn, Sorry for your sad news, this year has not started off very well. Lots of hugs Sue

Mom is home and doing well!! They, assuming after all of the testing coming back quite normal, that she was allergic to the antibiotics they had given her to go home with. As well as probley having some intestinal flu bug that is definately going around. Her congested heart failure had started acting up again, but is now under control with a new heart medication. She has never been so miserable in her life, but is relieved to be home and feeling much better!! Thank you for all your thoughts and prayers, it means so much... ((Hugs)) and take care Sue

Well its been two years now since my really bad bout with NCS, and after being hospitalized and bedridden I told myself one day I was leaving this house to be half way normal again!! My girlfriend owns a small chain of hair salons, and has one about 1/2 mile from our house. She called the other day and asked if I thought I would like to work part time with her. I'll be doing her payroll bi weekly and accounts rec/payable. I'll be in small office with just her, and I have another girlfriend that works there as well. They both know and understand whats wrong with me, and are a big part of my support system. My husband and I discussed this off and on for a couple of days, I kept changing my mind (am sure my nerves), but my daughter Kelly finally just said Mom, go for it!! She's your friend, so at least your safe!! If you can't handle it, she'll totally understand. So Tuesday I went in for a couple of hours and did great!! My brain was even functional!! I really thought I had forgotten quite a bit but it slowly came back and my friend Angela was more than patient with me. So we'll see. It was great to get out of the house and doing something for myself. Dr. Grubb will be so impressed!! Now if I could just lose 40 pounds!! ((Hugs)) Sue

HI Well we have the ice storm warning for tonight!! Storm is suppose to start at 10:00 tonight and last through the night. So we'll see what happens. I would definately welcome some snow, we have had none. But I pass on the ice!! ((Hugs)) Sue

thanks everyone for being here when I need you!! They haven't been able to quite pin point anything yet... They do know she has congested heart failure, as well as the cellulitis, but don't feel this is whats going on with her right now. The stomach pain is unbearable, still giving her morphine. They took a cat scan last night, but she wasn't able to keep the barium down, so they are not quite sure how the test is going to turn out. I did find out from a friend they could do this with a dye contrast, not as good as the barium but can be done, I will talk to her doctor about maybe trying that when he calls. My prayers are with everyone else, as this year starts out so crappy for so many New years is suppose to be new beginnings, (good ones) or so we hope ((Hugs)) Sue

Sending prayers your way Willow, hope your family is feeling better soon!! ((Hugs)) Sue

Hi Maxinne, Hope your mom is doing better today!! (Hugs)) Sue