Tuesday, June 15, 2010

New adventures beyond the garden gate

Two of my favorite girls
Two of my favorite girls right there in that photo. And it seems before Wink can be better, she's gotten worse. Tonight she's sleeping in the ICU behind a gate that's marked BLIND on it, under her name. I realized when I saw that, yes, that's my dog, and she's blind. But something else is wrong, and when she tried to jump today and fell backwards, and could barely get out of bed, we knew she needed more help. Lots of new tests, and blood draws and serious conversations.

I suppose my sweet gardening and cooking blog is a bit of a serious place these days, but thank you for all of the kind notes and messages you've sent our way. You guys are the best.

So here's a gardening photo to get you by, from our side garden. And there's Wink a few days ago, navigating with her nose, with her personal cheerleader cheering her on.

8 comments:

Heather said...

Personal cheerleaders are the best.

Best Wishes, Marie said...

it is a tough situation. maybe she does not want to adapt, she will let you know. i am sorry this is happening.

Redbone210 said...

Your blog is such a bright spot and an inspiration for me - with your gardening, your positivity, your basic normal-ness (if I can make up a word).

Thank you for letting us peer into your life and sharing in it all - good, bad, scary and all.

Wink is a very lucky girl.

Julie said...

I pray for wink. That she feels better, that she adjusts and that all of this heartache will ease for you all, with time. Hopefully the vets will figure out exactly what else is going on with that sweet little girl. Positive thoughts pouring your way...

Matt in Overlook (Scoggdog) said...

Lelo,
I am saddened to read that Wink has taken another turn for the worse. I am sure though that she is a strong puppy and is getting great care. She, you and your family are in my thoughts! I hope all turns out well!

Marisa said...

I'm so sorry to hear that Wink is still struggling so mightily. I'm sending you all loving, healing thoughts from Philly.

brett said...

We're thinking of you three. Wink is lucky to have two wonderful moms. Take care.

Lisa said...

Oh dear! When it rains it pours.... and that's no joke around here lately.

I'm so sorry about your sweet puppy. I hope you get some good news soon!