Well, here we are again, back in the hospital (since Friday evening, actually), this time Dave has a bowel obstruction. And it has been quite a time. Friday brought immense pain, vomiting, and a quick ride to the hospital. No idea of when he will get out, but at least the obstruction is easing a bit. He has more tests today to find out the cause. His pain has eased, but he is so weak...could it be that he hasn't eaten since Friday morning????? Now THAT is a diet!!!

He is now on liquid nutrition through an IV, and is slowly regaining some strength. His nose tube came out this morning (Hallelujah!!!), and hopefully his drain from the initial surgery will come out soon. It has really been bothering him. His surgeon is truly an angel, but you can't tell him that or he goes into his "surgeon-thing" again!!!

Man, this is getting old. In hospital, out of hospital.... I get so tired just from running back and forth to the house to let the dogs out, and no, there isn't anyone to help with that, unfortunately. My big guy (Canyon) likes to bite, even though it is in play, no one else knows that. And my little guy (Cade) has developed a mischievious side....he now wants to pee on me????? WHAT IS THIS???? Rebellion or something far more sinister, I ask??? It isn't enough that Dave has thrown up all over our walls, the kitchen floor, AND me.... Now a little dog wants to join in on the fun???? AUGHHHHH!

At what cost Sainthood???? It is just a day....but it IS a day!!! Be thankful, jen, it is still a DAY!!!

Wow, good luck hope he recovers quickly and all goes well. We have 4 dogs, including 2 pitbulls, and yes it is very difficult to get someone to help out, as most people are afraid of them, even though they are sweet, although female can be a little testy sometimes. If I lived near you I would help, I am in Orange county Ca, where do you guys live. Well good luck hope he gets to go home soon

Sorry to hear about the set back with your husband's health. Hope he feels better soon.

I am a big dog lover, have two of my own. They're very receptive to change, and are probably sensing and reacting to what's going on around them. Plus they just plain miss you guys. They'll just need some extra loving when things settle down a bit.

Good luck and best wishes for a speedy recovery!

CanonBaby sad to hear that Dave is back in hospital. XX keep us posted.

So sorry to hear of Dave's setback. But, thanks for letting us know. Praying for both (all) of you.

Sending prayers for both of you. You're one strong lady!

Sorry to hear your hubby is unwell, but sending hugs, prayers and good karma your way ! As far as the dogs go, your dog possibily is peeing on to mark you as his/her "territory "? Maybe leave a blanket or shirts with your scent and your husbands scent when you leave every day so they have a "security blanket " ? Just a thought ! Good luck !!

Sending prayers and hugs for both of you. xxx

You're trying for Sainthood?

I have a suggestion -- try aiming to be just a plain old human being going through a rough situation.

I make this sincere suggestion, having gone through my husband's diagnosis last fall (two months after my own VSG surgery) with non-Hodgkins lymphoma and his chemo, radiation and other treatments, which are ongoing.

It's time to take care of yourself first. I suspect that you're putting everyone else (including the dogs) before you.

If you make this change, no one will notice that you've started to care for yourself. But you will immediately feel the difference.

(This completely unsolicited advice comes with my apologies if you're already putting yourself first and caring for yourself.)

Canyonbaby. With your awesome sense of humor, you will survive this. You WILL!