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Hi Connie & Maddie!
I'm late to the discussion, but I can't tell you how glad I am that you're here.
My very first post here in the community had "terrified" in the subject line. Yes, I'm here to tell you that it is normal to feel that way. If it weren't for the wonderful people here, I think I probably would have not slept for weeks. These guys are important. I'm striving to be one of them and am here to tell you, it will get better. Then it will get worse, and better again. Eventually, you'll get good at riding the rollercoaster, but by then, Maddie will have her sparkle back and you'll be able to breath normally again.
Dang . . . I just took a deep breath myself. Whew!
We're here for you!
pam
Harmony became a Tripawd on 10/21/14 (MCT). She left us way too soon on 11/1/14.
"We miss you so much; our love, our heart, our Harmony."
- Pam, Ron and Melody, Meesha, Doublestuff and Mariah Carey
Connie & Maddie, please know what you are feeling is NORMAL. We all have gone through the same thing. We all have doubted our decisions, we all have had those sleepless nights.
Tripawds heal differently. Some will be up and walking immediately, others take a while to adjust - both are normal. Some react to the meds, others do not - both are normal.
The first week or two are rough as you both learn the new normal.
One day it just all falls into place and you know all is well.
Sending strength for you and healing thoughts for the new tripawd warrior.
Shanna & Spirit Trouble ~ Trouble gained her wings 3/16/2011, a 27 1/2 month cancer survivor, tail wagging. RIP sweetheart, you are my heart and soul. Run free at Rainbow Bridge.
The November Five - Spirits Max, Cherry, Tika, Trouble & Nova. 11/2008 - 3/2013 An era ends as Queen Nova crossed the Bridge.
Mary thanks for the hopefulreply. It isv6am on Sunday so it is 2 1/2 days after surgery. Maddie is home and much more comfortable. Has a good appetite but still doesn't want to stand up. We slinger walked her out to pee yesterday at7pm . I am about to get her up for a few mins since I am awake,,,,, she is not rarin to go ,,,,,,, my friend will be over at 9 to help me take her outside . She is on Gabepentin every 6 hours and 2 tramadol every 6. Hours .
blaze sounds well on the way """" I am thrilled for you ,,! I hope Maddie gets that spirit back. She was not a live wire ,,,,more like a lazy bum. But she loved her walks so I hope that will happen,,,
good morning everyone ,,
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