Firstly, and most importantly, I really want to apologise for not updating sooner. You've all been so supportive and so kind and generous with your time and comments. I really am sorry that I didn't get back to you before. There is a bit of a reason (though it's by no means an excuse) in that I don't have internet access at home at the moment (bar a single and rather sporadic dot of mobile phone signal), which means I have to go to the cafe in the village to post, and as Meg has been constantly falling over, I haven't felt able to leave her.

I'm sorry to say that she is not really any better. Her leg is still buckling as though unable to support her, and I am not convinced that we have got to the bottom of what is going on. I think it's probably time to get a scan, though my heart sinks at the prospect. She's extremely hyper, especially in the evenings, which is doing my head in a bit, to be honest, and although I obviously understand she's frustrated from not being able to exercise, I'm worried it might also be her way of trying to tell me that she's in pain. She is enjoying going out in the stroller, which is brilliant, though Elsie's not happy about it at all, and trots along shouting beside us.

Thank you, everyone, for thinking of us and sending your thoughts and good wishes. Brittnie, I LOVED what you said above and felt a great sense of solidarity, which was both empowering and comforting. Thank you. And thanks too for asking for pics (you POPPET!). I am only too happy to oblige...  Thanks Jackie, Karen, Paula, Michelle and Linda... your support and warm wishes are hugely appreciated. Sally, I am sorry to hear about Frankie's problems. How I'd love to give him (and you) a big ol' MegaHug. I know you understand only too well the particular challenges of being Mum to a Tripawd of the OTT variety.... I hope you can find some solutions soon. 

Much love to you all from the three of us (and apologies, again, for not updating sooner),

Meg, Clare and Elsie Pie (who truly believes she is suffering worse than anyone) xxx

Thank you SO much everyone. Your support and understanding make ALL the difference in the world to us. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

I have to say I'm feeling a lot more positive today. It seems to me that things are starting to improve. I started to sense it yesterday evening. Nothing definite I could put my finger on, just the same way you sense a change in the weather, but today Meg is DEFINITELY more stable on her feet. In fact, she's only fallen over a couple of times, and then more of a stumble than a full-on fall. I think all the love and healing thoughts have reached us across the ocean (and down from the angels - thank you, Linda ❤️) and are starting to do the trick. Obviously, I need to be SUPER careful she doesn't go berserk and overdo it, but things are definitely improving.

Moreover, I was looking through some video footage (in response to Sally's 'demand' above... ), and I came across this from just over three weeks ago. It seems inconceivable that there can be anything very much wrong with the Megsta's front leg, I mean in terms of it deteriorating (and especially the elbow). I think the rehab vet may be right that Meg has bruised a toe badly, or something like that, and that she's changed her posture to try and avoid putting weight on it, and that's why she is falling over. This is obviously MUCH less worrying than something fundamental giving out in her leg, and frankly the way she carries on, it's a wonder things of this nature don't happen more often.

So, in a spirit of gratitude and celebration, here is a little film, I made from the footage... plus three extra photos. Really, Sally, you KNOW how much I hate posting them, but you will insist on making these demands... ❤️