Can you tell we just got a puppy?
But first, I want to thank all of you who commented and/or sent me email with words of support for my father-in-law. It meant allot to all of us. I've shown Mr. Moogie all of them and he was very touched.
We got a call from my stepdaughter last night. She was visiting him (he lives in Washington State) and was getting ready to go home yesterday morning. My FIL told her he wasn't feeling all that great. Apparently, he started to breathe fast (raspy) and she was quick on her feet and called 911.
They did an angiogram (sp) and angioplasty (sp) on him yesterday to clear the blockage. It's my understanding that the pain went away as soon as they did that. They left the tubes in him as a precautionary measure and he was supposed to be released from the ICU today. We'll probably get an update tonight on how he is doing.
He MUST be feeling better though. According to my stepdaughter, he was complaining because they won't let him drink coffee or smoke. It was a little dicey for a bit because he refused any kind of treatment. He thought he was going to die and didn't want any life saving measures to be taken. Apparently, something (most likely my sister-in-law) changed his mind.
I really believe that all of your thoughts and prayers helped tremendously. I'll keep you updated when I can.
Ok..now, on to Bruiser. In all of the chaos, I forgot we were having a puppy (yes, P-U-P-P-Y) delivered to our house last night. My neighbor’s sister rescued his mother from the pound. She was pregnant with five puppies and was scheduled to be put down the next day.
We had been thinking of getting another dog as a playmate (ok, I actually really wanted one) for Tiny. Bruiser is a Miniature Pinscher and something else (we don't know what the dad was). He's 8 weeks old. I had seriously forgotten what work a puppy is.
In actuality, it was a blessing for us all (mainly Mr. Moogie) to have something to occupy our time with. He certainly is a handful. As time permits, I'll be posting some pictures of my newest child.
Tiny does really well with him. She's not quite so sure what to do with him and plays with him gently. We are careful to give her loads of attention to minimize the jealousy.
If the underwear (understand, we have children who believe it is against the law to throw dirty clothes in the hamper), Barbies and legos survive, we will be all right.
Again, thanks so much for your support. It has been a true comfort to us all.
Comments
I'm glad to hear your father in law is doing better...I didn't spend any time blogging yesterday and just starting today. I'm sorry I missed the chance to send best wishes yesterday but please pass my best wishes and prayers to him ok? Save one or two for yourselves and that puppy!!
Posted by: Zoots Mom at July 6, 2005 08:30 PM
Puppies are fun but soooo much work.
I am glad your father-in-law is better. And, btw, you spelled angiogram and angioplasty correctly:-)
Posted by: Heather at July 6, 2005 11:16 PM
Glad to hear things are better. I will keep the entire thing in my prayers.
Yea for new puppy! Can't wait to see the pics!
Posted by: Lindsay K. at July 6, 2005 11:39 PM
Sorry to read about your father-in-law, and I'm pleased things went well for him. All the best from New Zealand.
Posted by: Ruth at July 7, 2005 01:13 AM
oh thank goodness he's recovering! You've been on my mind...that's got to be scary! Looks like it's veggies and water for him from now on!
can't wait to see pics of the new baby!
Posted by: Suzanne at July 7, 2005 08:16 AM
Glad to hear the fil is doing better already; I'm sure he has a lot of life, and a lot of fight left in him still.
Puppies are a definite challenge, but they're so cute that you can't resist...looking forward to pictures. And really, if Tiny is taking to the new guy well, then half the battle is over! Good luck getting those underwear back!
Posted by: Jay at July 7, 2005 03:32 PM
Glad to hear your FIL is doing better, and it sounds like your stepdaughter has a good head on her shoulders. I love puppies, but not all the training. Rather puts me in a bind, don't you know.
Posted by: TW at July 7, 2005 08:07 PM
It's amazing sometimes how many hearts open after a heart attack..
All the blessings in the world to him, you and everyone.
Posted by: Mark at July 8, 2005 05:41 PM
glad to hear your FIL is doing better
Posted by: Mollie at July 9, 2005 11:16 PM