1/11 Rusty AMPS 99, +4 85, PMPS 66, +4.5 64

Status
Not open for further replies.

Ella & Rusty & Stu(GA)

Member Since 2010
yesterday: http://www.felinediabetes.com/FDMB/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=60781

Good Morning, Everyone

Ann (Tess) and Lisa (Do Lou) celebrated their 2-year anniversaries on FDMB earlier this month and I am celebrating mine today. I remember vividly how scared I was when Stu's body almost gave out after having been switched to Lantus and improperly dosed for several months by his vet. I found this board on 1/11/2010 and began my education. Stu's diabetes and his general outlook on life improved greatly over the months. But other, serious, health issues emerged in the summer, resulting in his journey to the Bridge in September of that year. Rusty became a member of our household in November 2010. Many of you know his story. I am still working on becoming educated in feline diabetes--learning something new every day from the great people on this board. As I begin my 3rd year here, I want to thank you all for being here with us through tough times and times of joy.

Rusty is starting out today wearing green. We lost a few tiny drops of insulin last night in the partial fur shot, but this morning's shot of the new dose (fat 1.50) was successful. Rusty enjoyed 2 sittings of Wellness Turkey and has retired to his cushion by the radiator. In a little while we'll play some of his new games with his new toys.

The weather today is "seasonable", but a big storm is on the way for tomorrow. It's coming from the south, so the snow will mix with sleet and freezing rain. Not ideal, but at least we'll get a larger base of snow for x-country skiing/snowshoeing. Hopefully the ice build-up will be minimal. I was thrilled to get my new snowshoes yesterday, 24 hours after I had ordered them!!! (with "standard" shipping, even!). I'll try them out this morning in the yard. This afternoon Edward and I have our annual appointment with the dermatologist in Potsdam (70-mile trip), so Rusty will hold the fort and get his +9 snack in his automat.

Wishing you all a good day, and sending healing vines to all kitties and beans who need them. Feel better soon!

Ella & Rusty
 
Re: 1/11 Rusty AMPS 99

happy FDMB anniversary, this place is truly a gift from the gods.
Glad to see Rusty doing great this morning and that his shot went well.
Good luck with the storm, it's supposed to hit us on Friday. I suppose we can't complain too much as it's been a very mild winter so far.
 
Re: 1/11 Rusty AMPS 99

Wow Ella, how scary that must have been with Stu. Leo and i lucked out and i found FDMB before i ever gave that first shot. Happy Annifursary to you, Rusty and of course i can't forget about Stu, i'm sure he's watching over you, Edward and Rusty.

What a great way to start off the day Rusty!

Thanks for the link to the still point inducer, i'm going to have to read up a little more on it, and perhaps i'll have to order one :-D

Have a great day and Rusty surf safely today...ok?
 
Re: 1/11 Rusty AMPS 99

Ella & Rusty & Stu(GA) said:
As I begin my 3rd year here, I want to thank you all for being here with us through tough times and times of joy.

Thank YOU for being here, Ella, and for being such a supportive member of the community. Stu is missed so much, though he is well esconced in Lantus Land party lore. I am so pleased that Rusty's long journey led him finally to you. I love reading about how well he is doing, and of course keeping up vicariously with the very active Saranac Lake social and sporting scene. Your condo is a "must-visit" every day.
 
Re: 1/11 Rusty AMPS 99, +4 85

Happy Annifursary!?? LL would not be the same without you! You and Edward are incredible beansto open your hearts to another FD kitty. Rusty is so lucky to have found you and we are lucky to get your support everyday.

I hope you're happier with the new snowshoes. I get my winter fix reading your condo too!
 
Re: 1/11 Rusty AMPS 99, +4 85

Nice green day for Rusty.

I must agree with Ann, Rusty is very lucky indeed to have you. What an incredibly loving and generous person to be able to open your heart to a kitty in need of the care you knew how to give. He owes you his life.
 
Re: 1/11 Rusty AMPS 99, +4 85

Beautiful numbers for Rusty this morning, and new snowshoes for you! That sounds like a good day, even with a doctor appointment (good luck with that--no surprises). Hugs from us, Ella!
 
Re: 1/11 Rusty AMPS 99, +4 85, PMPS 66

Hi again, everyone,

We got back from the dermatologist's just in time for PMPS. It looks like Rusty's numbers were coming down all day. We had to leave for Potsdam just as onset was beginning (at +4), so I don't know where he surfed. In any event, I shot the new dose, 1.50f and will watch him this evening. We left food in his automat for the +9 snack (about 2 tsp., FF T&G and Wellness turkey). He also had that mixture at dinner tonight. Rusty was delighted to see us when we got home. (The appointment went well: I had a couple of spots on my face that got the freeze treatment and an old "thing" on my shoulder that got removed for biopsy; Edward was "perfect".)

This morning, before we left, Rusty and I had a great play session with the sparkle streamer wand and the crinkle sack. Then I went out in the woods behind the house to try out my new snowshoes, which are GREAT! (good fit; easy to put on and take off; very easy to walk in). I'm really glad I sent back the other ones.

I hope everyone had a good day. I didn't get a chance to visit many condos, but will try to get to more this evening,

Ella & Rusty
 
Re: 1/11 Rusty AMPS 99, +4 85, PMPS 66

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO THE MOST ELEGANT MEMBER ON THE BOARD!

Ella, we feel blessed that you are here :-D

and for you, Mr Green...

funny-pictures-cat-has-special-chair.jpg
 
Re: 1/11 Rusty AMPS 99, +4 85, PMPS 66

Beautiful day today, Rusty may just want to keep on heading down the dosing scale. :mrgreen: :mrgreen: :mrgreen:

Good news on the Dr visit and YAY on the new snowshoes!
 
Re: 1/11 Rusty AMPS 99, +4 85, PMPS 66

Evening Ella. I'm glad your derm appts. went well.
First time I had a spot on my lower lip frozen, I felt like Angelina Jolie. :-D Too bad it deflated. :lol:
How wonderful that you got your snowshoes in time for the big storm. I like Campmor too.

I wonder how low Rusty went today. What a gorgeous pmps. I see gravy or no sleep in the very near future :-D

Uh oh, I hear rain on the roof.....oh yuck, it's probably gonna turn to hail/ice.
 
Re: 1/11 Rusty AMPS 99, +4 85, PMPS 66

Thanks, guys! Celi, that pic takes the cake! Did you doctor it?? (btw, "elegant" is not a term I would choose to describe myself!!!!!)
 
Re: 1/11 Rusty AMPS 99, +4 85, PMPS 66

Nice day for Rusty!!! Happy anniversary Ella! You are such a great bean to Rusty.

Yay on the new snowshoes! Have a great night!
 
HAPPY 3RD ANNIFURSARY HERE IN LL!! OUR DEAR FRIENDS RUSTY ELLA & EDWARD!! flip_cat flip_cat party_cat party_cat party_cat flip_cat flip_cat
You are a truly wonderful family & we love you so much for your support, caring & knowledge..
Cant believe I was here a year without you!! Seems like you have always been there for us!
Happy Happy healthy Annifursary & many,many more!!
May your skin be clear, your eyes bright, & may you have just enough snow to delight you!!
Many Hugs & Love from us!!!!!!!!!!!!! :mrgreen: :mrgreen: :mrgreen:
 
Status
Not open for further replies.
Back
Top