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(Sundial, that picture is so cute!)
Dawn, I hope it doesn't come to knee replacements! But if it does, make sure they use the latest technology--you're so young and you don't want to limit your choices now in case it has to be done again. (My husband is facing hip and maybe knee replacements and there have been recent advancements that will help him out.)
You are amazing. Keep going!
Karen
Dawn, truly you are the inspiring one! Your spirit is so huge and light, like an amazing butterfly! I'll send some extra butterflies to the docs to make the very best decision about your surgeries. We want the right answer the first time!
I understand your impatience and where it comes from. Learning patience is just like learning how to control your cadence or climb a hill faster. It takes practice, time and effort, and I think you're so much closer than you think!
Big gentle hugs and lots of healing butterflies,
~T~
Dawn, you are so exceptionally amazing! Hang in there and keep sharing to free up your mind and let the frustrations out.
sundial,
Love the photo, jodi is so typical for the breed. they are so smart. you can just read her mind. "gonna peek under the stupid kali's belly to see where mom is, then as soon as she's looking at the digital image after she gets the shot, i'm gonna bolt for the dang ball just sitting there laughing at me next to her." love the scarves too, what a mom.
oh and btw no way do i want anyone to compare their accidents, injuries, pain, to mine. pain is so relevant to experience. if you have had your worst injury, it is YOUR worst injury. your experience is real. we all can take different levels. some people might have gotten up after they were hit, i just laid there hoping i would pass out :o . take care of you, only u know what u are experiencing.
the new avatar is my brodie whom is vigilantly by my side every second. she's the best.
t, u r so right about patience, i am learning and morphing into something new (hopefully improved;) )
to everyone else, i feel your strength, thank you, my gratitude is beyond words. d
Doc says 4 more weeks of mostly bed rest. ugh. The arm still has two unfused breaks. The legs have multiple tears still that need to build. I can deal with that, though.
Vet said today my baby, Brodie(the one in the avatar), at most has 3 months to live, breast cancer now in lungs. That makes me bawl. Starting to wonder how much even I can take. If I make it though this, something spectacular is going to happen with my life. Only with the support of my friends, new TE friends, and someone up above, will that all happen. sigh Dawn
How many dogs do you have now? more than one? I hope so because when you have to put that dog down it will be absolutely debilitating. At least the other dog could be there for you. I had no others and there were days when I felt there was no reason to get up in the morning. It passed but it was a bad storm. I am so sorry you have that ahead on top of everything else.
But it will get better...
Brodie's my only dog. I cannot imagine getting another for a very long while. Thank you for your support. Sometimes life sucks.
Oh, what a terrible thing to have to deal with on top of your injuries :(
I know how you feel about not getting another one. We lost our cat this summer and haven't wanted to get another kitten yet even though we miss having one around the house.
But seen from out here it doesn't look like a bad idea to get another pup now while Brodie is still alive. Maybe she'd enjoy it, and it wouldn't feel as if you were replacing her. I really don't know, but maybe you want to give it some thought?
Lots of luck still on your healing!
I got my next dog not long after but it was accidental.
I stopped by a pet adopption event outside of a pet store and ended up taking a dog home as a foster. She had to go give birth and the next foster dog had the endearing habit of burrowing under the covers with me, She's mine now, plus I've had two more fosters since then.
life happens when you don't expect it.
If Brodie likes other dogs, a pup might be a great idea... some distraction for her from whatever discomfort she is in, and for you from your own sorrow...
A pup will never replace her, but a pup could help ease you both through this next stage...
Big hugs from DownUnder, Dawn
Big cyber hugs.
Oh, Dawn! Your poor Brodie! Big hugs and healing butterflies to both of you.
If you are able and mobile enough I second the idea of adopting another pup or young dog. We did it when our Yogi dog was diagnosed with osteosarcoma. I can PM or email you more info on what we went through with Yogi. Suffice it to say we did all treatments we could, changed diet, food and supplements, and got him a little buddy. That cancer has a 4 month median survival rate, and Yogi lived a wonderful and happy 17 months. (other than the days around the chemo treatments when he didn't feel so hot). His buddy grew up to be an amazing dog, too.
If you think you can take a dog or puppy in, it may help Brodie's time be more fun, allow Brodie to teach a younger dog to be a great dog like Brodie is, and provide you with the companionship you, like all of us, need.
Think on it, Dawn. Let the butterflies guide you.
Hugs,
~T~
Goodmorning Dawn
I am so sorry to hear about your dog. Even though everyone else is telling you to get a new puppy right now, I think that would be rather difficult with you in enforced bed rest to care for a needy puppy. THere's lots of time for that.
I hope you can do exercises in bed to keep the rest of your body happy. (no, i really can't imagine)
I check for posts from you every day. One day at a time, enjoy your dog now while she's there. You have so much more time to be with her. If you were working and cycling, you wouldn't have that much time
Take care
Mimi
Big hugs, (((Dawn))). And feel free to share them with Brodie.
Oh Dawn, I'm just so sorry to hear about your beloved pup. :(
Dawn, I was getting ready to send you another card, and saw your post about Brodie, so decided I'd jot you a quick note. I am so sorry.
I agree with MimiTabby.
You have many friends here who are more than willing to listen and offer a shoulder to lean on.
deb
I'm so sorry that everything seems to be piling up on you right now. Take time to make sure you're still taking care of your health -- with that on track, everything else will be easier.
Oh Dawn!! I'm emptying out the Kleenex box. I'm so very sorry. I wish so much I could be there during this terrible time. Big Luke would love to lay at your feet and kiss away your tears. I don't know what I'd do without my girls and guy. They bring so much to my life. Whenever I'm down, they are always, always there for me.Quote:
Originally Posted by invsblwmn
You know, Brodie will never leave you either. She'll be with you long after the dark of winter has come. She'll send another one into your life when you need it most. They always do. They always know.
Yes, sometimes life sucks. I am so sorry for all you are having to endure. Brodie has been your friend and confidant (sp?) and has been there for you while you recoup. It just doesn't seem fair. Please give Brodie a hug from me. I hope Brodie gives you lots of kisses. Take lots of picture of Brodie....
{{{{{{Dawn and Brodie}}}}}
Reading these posts - you totally inspire me with your attitude
I'm so sorry about your doggie
IW- I may have missed it somewhere but whatever happened to the 80 year old driver?
Was he charged (I hope)?
Did he have his license revoked (I hope)?
Zen-
I think one of the earlier posts mentioned that he got a ticket (!) for running a red light. Don't know whether it stuck. Shouldn't be driving, though.
invsblwmn -
Hugs to you and your pup! I can't even imagine having that on top of what you're already dealing with. I'm so sorry.
CA
Dawn - hugs and kisses from Zeus and I. You certainly have been dealt a lot lately girl. Hang in there and take care of yourself while you're enjoying your time with Brodie.
We're here for you if/when you need us. Post away and let those feelings out. That's when the healing starts.
Dawn, even though it might seem as though everything is going wrong right now, you will find the strength to get through this. Once we hit rock bottom, there's nowhere to go but up.
Don't be afraid to lean on your family and friends.
Cry when you feel the urge.
Laugh hysterically if that feels right.
Or just keep it all inside until the right moment.
But don't give up.
Someday you will look back at all of this and wonder how you did it. But you will look back.
Hugs,
Lorri
Hey Dawn,
I;m sorry :(
I just want to let you know i'm still thinking of you & am sharing my healing vibes :) whilst we're both recovering :)
Your dog will always love you & will tell all his doggie friends about his cool owner.
(((dawn )))
c
Such sad news, Dawn. My heart goes out to you. We lost our beloved Boston Terrier last December, and it is such a hard thing to go through! I still miss her terribly.
Wishing you peace in all this.
Emily
the driver got a ticket, which stuck and police reported to penn dot for him to be retested per the officer. my attorney has advised me to not contact him, i would only want to say/do bad things anyway, so i have no idea what is happening with him and his driving. the legal process wont even begin until the extent of my injuries are evaluated. for now we wait.
denial, pictures of brodie. and her eating to her heart's content (her single favorite pleasure) have filled our day. She had such a rough first five years and these last 8 have been a gift to us both. when my "sister" rescued her in 1999, she has just weaned her fifth litter of 10, was in puppy mill, had never been off of a concrete floor, was very underweight, had gunshot throughout her chest, fresh cuts and old scars on her nose, was missing most of her teeth, and was terrified of everything. she fell asleep sitting up in the car on the 3 hour drive. I met her the next day and we could not be apart. she curled up in my lap (all 55 lbs). :) she ate 20 lbs of dog food in one day when she got into a 40 lb bag i didn;t have high enough. She went to work with me everyday for 3 years when i was a therapist and bloomed into a beautiful flower. When people meet her they say they have never met such a sweet dog. her size, now 80 lbs and healthy, is overwhelming but the wrinkled forehead and tilted head melt even the most fearful and hardest of hearts. my partner doesn't like dogs and even spent 30 minutes laying with her last night on the floor bawling.
a puppy or another dog now is out of the question. that would only be for me not her. she gets all of the attention now and likes it. tonight curled up in the blanky...
((((((Dawn)))))) (((((((Brodie))))))
aaaaawwwww, what a beautiful sunny picture of Brodie... and it sounds like you've given her a long and happy life in the sun the whole way :) You couldn't have done better for her!
I can't think of anything wise or clever to say, but bless your heart, honey.
GIve Brodie a rub behind the ears for me.
They have so much to teach us in the few years we share with them. :)
Dawn...how are you feeling?? Haven't heard from you in a bit.
I'm sending good thoughts your way.
What was the verdict on treating your ACL injuries?? Are you able to walk a smidgen bit longer??
Keep us updated k..
C
Dawn, I haven't been over to this thread for a bit myself and just saw what you are going through with your dear Brodie. I'm sooo sorry. I wish I could hug you both! It that a picture of you with Brodie? If it is, you look wonderful!!!!! So radiant and alive!
I'm sorry that you have more bedrest. What are you doing with your time? Hugs and healing thoughts to you!
doc says he is not considering surgery on the knees until the arm can better support me. if they "repair" the knees, the arm has to be able to bear weight. now, no way. i am able to stand for 15-20 minutes, walking, more like a 90 year old shuffling, but i get around. :) brodie is still acting like herself, eating everything in sight, sleeping, and cuddling. i pass the time xmas shopping (buy 2 get 3rd free wii games at toysrus, sierra trading 20% off with free shipping http://email.sierratradingpost.com/d...CBB340EB524FBB, and getting credit cards with $100-$200 in gift cards for signing up-the last is one of my favorite pasttimes.) i watch tv and my cooper sleep as well. so time passes...
Dawn - oooh oooh your kitty looks just like my Erin (well before she got sick). Can I pet her, Pleeease?
Hope you and Brodie are having more good days than bad days.
hi Dawn, I loved the story about your dog, it is truly amazing, i'm glad you found each other. Your kitty looks pretty content too.
Keep healing, I'm glad you are able to get around a bit!
What a pretty kitty!
Heyup Dawn, how are you doing? Hope you're hanging in there ok and that 2008 wil bring some better times...
Me too! Here's to '08 being a year of recovery for you.
Invsblwmn, I'm new here and just saw this thread for the first time. I read all of it and see that no recent update has happened. I am hoping that is due to your healing and the holidays - and not anything worrisome.
My thoughts are with you. And my heart breaks with those photos and details about Brodie. She looks like such a beautiful sweetheart. I think dogs are amazingly wonderful teachers - they show us each day what unconditional love and acceptance looks like...how to live in the moment and so forth. I am incredibly thankful that Brodie came into you and your partner's lives - each day was a blessing, no doubt.
When I was little, my mom was riding home and was hit by a motorcyclist. It was a severe hit and run (multiple internal injuries in addition to broken bones, etc). Anyway...
She healed physically - in time. But, she never rode a bike again - and she is noticeably concerned about my safety when I tell her about my bike ventures. Now, everyone gets impacted in different ways and I acknowledge that it's fully possible your accident will have no psychological impact on you (like it did her). But, I hope that if you detect the slightest mental trauma related to being hit - that you attend to it. I only express this concern out of watching what happened to my mom.
I have you in my thoughts and prayers...
I pray for your physical pain to lessen each day, for your body to utilize the extent of its amazing abilities and heal soon.
I pray you experience no mental trauma from the accident and that as soon as you're able, the bike can be part of your healing process - that each mile on it will help you to increase your distance from all the pain you're dealing with these days.
I pray for you to have a wealth of amazing moments with Brodie - simple moments of grace that will stick in your memory and carry you through future times when you're missing her. You have been such a gift to her - you saved her life.
I send you many well-wishes, and my Solomon sends a wiggly dog tail your way. I hope you're well.