The handmade goodies today are from the talented hands of LLA. She is a fellow southern girl who I'm so glad to have gotten to know through our blogs and email. We arranged a swap and she was extremely prompt in getting her half of the swap completed and delivered. Me, not so much. The package was a welcome bit of happiness this morning, even if I did get busted by the mail lady, still wearing my night gown at 10:30. I can't tell you how luxurious these hand-knit spa washcloths and dishcloths are (six of each!!!) It seems a crime to wash dirty dishes with something so pretty. It feels like I am spoiling myself and I like it. They are super soft and I'm sure I will never be going back to using my old worn out terry cloth rags. LLA you need to get that etsy shop going because I think you've got a customer for life. Folks, you need to go now and urge Miss Cookie to get that shop going so you can get your orders in for Christmas gifts. Good stuff! Oh, I almost forgot, see that cute little box with the flower? It's full of beads since I recently discovered how much fun beading is. Thank you LLA!!
The blue, green, and white crocheted piece in the photograph under my fabulous swap items is a sweater I picked up at the thrift store. That and a couch. Pictures of the Gold Jetsons couch ( name courtesy of Mitch) soon. Alyssa says it's probably been in some old lady's formal living room, either that or a funeral home. Nice, Alyssa.
Puppy update. I wish I could say he's all better and running around good as new. Nope.
I'm officially going steady with Dr. Henry, the vet. Today's visit makes 5. The poor pup is skin and bones. He's too weak to do anything but sleep. He drinks little sips, sleeps for a couple of hours then throws up. He doesn't have a fever so the vet has ruled out several possible causes. No parasites either. It is just a very mean, very slow to leave bug. Today he got a shot of Reglan to try to settle his stomach, an antibiotic injection, some IV fluid and some Karo syrup. The plan: continue the antibiotics and pepto, small sips of fluid and Karo syrup. Back tomorrow for more of the same as today if he's not much better. I'm grateful he's letting me care for him at home. I hate the thought of leaving the poor scared little guy alone at the vet. He offered to keep him if it would make me feel better but assured me that I could probably give him the care he needs at home. He didn't charge today and I think he's more worried about me than the puppy. He has twice told me "You seem stressed. Don't worry. We're going to get him through this." Which of course made me cry. Great. Thanks again for the well puppy vibes you've been sending. Keep 'em coming. I'll keep you updated.
Sending more puppy love vibes... he's lucky to have an owner like you who takes such good care of him.
Posted by: Flibbertygibbet | August 17, 2006 at 05:59 PM
Aw Maddy, get well soon mate. Please.
Posted by: Megan | August 17, 2006 at 06:07 PM
I should get you to do ALL my photo styling (and copywriting, too) Stuff looks (and sounds) so much better when you do it.
In case you don't believe me, head over to Flickr and check out my feeble attempt* at taking a picture of the same stuff. Your picture is a total GlamourShot - mine, more of a mugshot! Oh well, at least I remembered to take a picture this time. Typically, I get everything all packed up, sealed up and ready to go - then I think "Wish I had a picture of that..."
I love the groovy crocheted sweater, too!
I think Dr. Henry needs to make an appearance on tomorrow's list. He seems like one of the good ones. Sending more happy puppy vibes your way...
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*http://flickr.com/photos/lla/217950334/
Posted by: lla | August 17, 2006 at 06:09 PM
Awww, poor little guy--hope he gets better soon. We are nursing an animal too (sheep, not dog) and it's pretty touch and go whether we'll have a full recovery.
Posted by: rohankitter | August 17, 2006 at 07:05 PM
What a lovely gift you received--truly a carefully thought-out present.
Along with others, I am sending good wishes for the poor little puppy's well-being.
Posted by: June | August 17, 2006 at 07:18 PM
Poor Maddy! The girls are all adding him to their bedtime prayers to make sure that recovery is quick! Your vet sounds like he's wonderful and caring. That's especially nice when such a sweet and cute little pup is under the weather. Hang in there and keep giving him all that love!
And I love all the goodies you posted -- lovely swap!
Posted by: Leanne | August 17, 2006 at 07:48 PM
Bow wow ... rurrrufff!
(That's "get better ... soon!")
Posted by: Danielle | August 17, 2006 at 09:06 PM
Wow, what a fun swap. I might have to do the blog thing just for the fun mail!! I hope Maddy is better soon. We had a stray dog come to our farm in June. Several visits to the vet, treatment for heartworms, antibiotics, etc, she is 100% now and a wonderful dog for my girls. I hope Maddy turns the corner and is much better.
Posted by: Lori | August 17, 2006 at 09:36 PM
Aaaawwww! Poor little pup. I hope she is on the mend soon. And I love all of the thought that went into your sweet wristlet and hanger!
Posted by: Eren | August 17, 2006 at 09:58 PM
That little guy is breaking my heart! Hope he feels better soon!
Posted by: Catrina | August 18, 2006 at 12:13 AM
isn't LLA awesome? the goodies she sent you are lovely. i'm sure you'll enjoy them.
so sad about the pup. hope he perks up soon. i mean, with all that yummy karo syrup. hmmm. don't know if this works for animals, but one of my papaw's favorite treats was the very dark karo syrup ( i prefer the light, myself) over a chunk of butter. he ate that up. weird? i've never seen anyone else do it. he lived to be quite old, into his nineties.
Posted by: bekka | August 18, 2006 at 09:48 AM
More good vibes for Madden. And a great swap. If the rest of that thrifted sweater is as good as what you've shown, you unearthed a treasure.
Posted by: laeroport | August 18, 2006 at 10:40 AM
OH, poor little guy.
I don't know if this would be safe for puppies but my sister-in-laws doctor told her to take a bottle of plain old coke pop and pour it into a cup and let it sit there for a few hours, enough to let the fizz go away and give it to her girls for an upset stomach and it works she says.
Posted by: Gina | August 18, 2006 at 10:44 AM
I'm so sad for you and your little guy. I sure hope y'all turn the corner today! Best wishes.
Posted by: Amy | August 18, 2006 at 11:03 AM
healthy puppy vibes coming at ya~
Poor little baby dog. 8-(
The washclothes are beautiful! What an awesome package!
Posted by: Angela | August 18, 2006 at 11:14 AM
Life is sometimes so cruel to the small things :(
Posted by: Chris Howard | August 18, 2006 at 01:43 PM
I'm feeling so incredibly sorry for you and the puppy! I'm glad the Dr's optimistic, though - I'm sure he's seen it all.
Well, if anyone can package things like LLA, then she NEEDS to open a store. I'm going to head over there and tell her myself.
Posted by: linda | August 18, 2006 at 04:49 PM
Ah Autum,
I'm sorry you both are going through such a hard time. I'm glad you have so many friends here that understand that our animals are just like our children especially when they are sick.
Once we had a puppy that had parvo and I had to get up all night (for several nights) every hour to squirt water with a syringe (no needle) into her mouth to keep her hydrated. She made it through but it was hard work for those several days and well worth it. I am praying for both you and Maddie to make it through quickly. And please be careful not to make yourself sick. I know it is hard not to worry, but please, just be careful.
A caring friend.
Posted by: Kathie | August 18, 2006 at 05:31 PM