6th March 2008

What To Do With Steak

Leftovers?

It’s not the same having a steak, and knowing that when I head home, there will be no one to share it with - no one that is that’s a 4-legged dog that can only look one way at you - with tail wagging, head tilted, and drool dripping from her pitch black chow mouth.


Monroe & Cody in the Doorway

I can’t believe a week has passed since that dreadful day with Cody being put down.  I think I truly went through a week without knowing what day it is, what project I’m handling, or praying that I could keep two cats from plummeting into depression or fatal conditions as a result of two animals dying in less than one month.


Max & Cody A Short Month Ago

But tonight, here’s where we stand - Monroe is at this very moment facing off with Lucky, on the floor, on her level.  He’s standing his ground against the over-active, curious Whippet Lab mix.  He’s verbal, he’s refusing to get off the floor, staring straight up into Lucky’s eyes, and he’s survived a fever, two of his best buddies dying in a month, not eating for a couple of days, and yes, even acupuncture and a trip to the vet.


Monroe Peeking Out at Vet

Misha - not so good - he’s lost another pound.  He’s down to 8 1/4 lbs and is skinnier than ever.  He’s in renal failure, complicated by pancreatitis.  We’re trying a kidney detox homeopathic rememdy, as well as enzymes and of course lots of love, prayer, and requests to keep him in this life for a few more months.

Lucky - oblivious yet sensitive - my new shadow - happy to be on the couch or bed, near me.  Funny to watch her watch Monroe, as Monroe tries to make friends, becoming more brave every day with Lucky. 

The Steak?  Never have I brought so much home, with yet so little to share - I figure not a good thing to teach new kid on the block -

Cody?  Your space is vacant and you are sorely missed.  People at work, and around the neighborhood are beginning to share that they’ve heard you’re gone - we all miss you and feel sad you are gone.  The park is not the same without you - I’ve visited two parks in the past week in your memory.  Many a walk was had with you - thank you for the memories.

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