a new day

[susandennis]

So since the vet, yesterday, told me to call "about 9" today, I called at 7:55. She shouldn't have mentioned that the day vet comes on at 6. Today's receptionist said "well, we really just started our day here" liar liar pants on fire... BUT the tech told me that as soon as the vet checks him, I can pick him up!! He ate food and the IV is out and he's doing well. So... YEAH! I told her I wanted to come now and that my keys were in my hand (now, who's the liar, bitch). "well, if you don't hear from me in a couple of hours, call me back."

My clock is sure different than other people's but, in fact, I'm not dressed. No shower and no keys in hand so it's ok. At least I know it's only a matter of hours and all is good.

I did remember last night that there will be pills and he will need pill pockets. Biggie hates pills but LOVES pill pockets. Happily there's a Pet Smart right there a couple of doors down from the vet's. I just need to remember to stop in there.

But, at least he's coming home. I miss that little devil. So much.

Neighbor News!

Someone is moving into the big apartment across the street. I can see a shelving unit in place. Fun times. Please let them be shades-up-always people.

Also there are new neighbors across the hall. Chris and Tanya had their unit up for rent and now it's not and I saw a couple going in there yesterday. Older couple. Interesting because the six other units up available for rent in this building have had no luck getting tenets for months and months. Chis and Tanya's is an excellent unit - probably the best of all those available. I'm glad they were able to fill it.

In all the mayhem of the past few days, I have not had a good audible book going. I've started a couple that just weren't getting it. Then, yesterday evening, I got a note that one I'd had on hold at the library - one I was particularly waiting for - was available to check out. The Searcher by Tana French. Every word she writes is great so there's no 'is this what I want to listen to' stress, but also this particular one opens in the countryside of Ireland. It will be a complicated and tense story but now, in the first hours it's all about calm and finding satisfaction in small things which is like soul balm for me right now. Thank you, universe.

Now I'm going to get into the shower and then into my Pick Up Biggie clothes and get ready to dash out the door the minute I get the call.

Comments

[bill-schubert.livejournal.com]

Oh, yeah. The Searcher. I read it while you were on an Audible book. It is solid and a bit easier to track than some of her stuff. Not quite so many people.

[dtomdtom.livejournal.com]

I'm glad Biggie is doing well! Hope the biopsy result is good. Good luck!

[dtomdtom.livejournal.com]

Sorry, I didn't write about myself - I'm from Russia, I live in Moscow. I accidentally found your cameras, and now also a magazine. I don't know English, I use Google translator. I am 56 years old, name - Natalia

[susandennis]

That's very ingenious of you! Welcome to my cam and my journal. And thank you for introducing yourself. It's amazing to me to "know" someone from Russia. Hope all is well there in Moscow. Now let's see if I can use Google translator.


Это очень изобретательно с вашей стороны! Добро пожаловать в мою камеру и в мой журнал. И спасибо, что представились. Для меня удивительно «знать» кого-то из России. Надеюсь, в Москве все хорошо. Теперь посмотрим, смогу ли я использовать переводчик Google.

[dtomdtom.livejournal.com]

Thank you! You are good at using google translate.
Everything is fine in Moscow, but the coronavirus ...
I do not write in my magazine, I started it in order to be able to ask questions to veterinarians and cat experts. I have a 6-year-old cat, his name is Marsik, 2 more parrots. There is no family.

[susandennis]

Welcome, Marsik and all!

[mrdreamjeans.livejournal.com]

I'm relieved to hear Biggie is recovering well ...

I'm curious, does your HOA have a percentage limit on how many condos can be rented out?

[susandennis]

Yes it does. That was a huge battle but we fought it probably 15 years ago or more. Our limit is 20%. You have to apply to get a rental spot and then actively market and reapply if no rental within a certain amount of time, etc. There have been times when spots were impossible to obtain and times, like now, where there are lots for rent and still spots available. Wild is the life of an HOA as you know.

[mrdreamjeans.livejournal.com]

I know that when folks go to purchase a condo with lax HOA regulations regarding rentals, that an overabundance of rentals makes it unattractive to buyers seeking certain types of loans.

[susandennis]

Yep. I don't know what it's like now, but, at the time we made the decision, there were several mortgage places in town that would not consider a condo mortgage if the rental rate was more than 20%.

And, really, renters are a pain in the ass for the rest of us. They don't have a dog in the hunt so what do they (and their visitors) care about the place?

[seattlejo.livejournal.com]

So glad he's doing well!

Hope the new neighbors through fabulous parties in the winter and are boring in the summer when you can't se them.

[susandennis]

right?! i guess christmas decorations are too much to ask for this year, tho.

[ladythmpr.livejournal.com]

Yay, Biggie is recovering. When will he ever learn to not eat the bad things. Good luck on the biopsy!

[dadi.livejournal.com]

I am waiting faithfully for shaved belly pics <3

[christalin80.livejournal.com]

I'm so happy that Biggie is doing better. What a scare he has given you... and all of his admirers.

[lenine2.livejournal.com]

So we have to wait until Monday for the biopsy, right? Meanwhile, though, thank goodness Biggie is on the mend. I will hope it was just inflammation due to the delicacies he tried.

Can the vet tell you what they were? Or just random pieces of plastic? I know you've been careful to keep things out of Biggie's reach but he manages to find them anyway.

[susandennis]

they were little plastic tubes. there really does not seem to be any way to prevent him from finding random shit.

sigh.

[ghost-light.livejournal.com]

I'm so relieved he's doing well!

[zippybeta.livejournal.com]

Glad to hear the boy is coming home!Some info on Pica, The cause of pica is unknown, but experts speculate that it could be due to a number of causes such as being weaned too young, dietary deficiencies, genetics, boredom, compulsive disorder, or stress. The onset of pica can be as early as 3 months of age and some cats are able to grow out of it by 1-2 years of age.

[susandennis]

Interesting. He's only 18 months now. I sure hope he grows out of it soon. Neither he, nor my pocket book, can handle another surgery!

[syrsa (from livejournal.com)]

So glad to hear that Biggie is home and all is well.. Hugs from me!! When you said you enjoyed Tana Frenchs' books I bought one," In the Wood", and am enjoying reading it. Always great to get a tip of a good author..

[susandennis]

In the Wood was my first and it left an indelible mark on me. I'm so glad I could help you find her.

[adafrog.livejournal.com]

Why do you think they're so hard to rent out?