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Saturday, November 21, 2015

The Week That Was and Some POTP Please

Before going over the recap of my least favourite week this year, I will remind everyone what I do for a living (as it is relevant). I work with individuals with autism. In some cases severe autism. The individuals I am working with are 3-21 currently.

-Monday was fine - I had no idea what the week would bring

-Tuesday - 5 new mice

-Wednesday - one of my pregnant coworkers had a medical emergency at work (fortunately it is a torn ligament in the side and she and the baby will be fine) - a 10 year old sucker punched me in the arm (it sure hurt) - I lost Precious

-Thursday - a 19 year old became aggressive when I wouldn't let him smash a glass door (I know, I am so unreasonable) and spit repeatedly in my face (I would rather get hit any day then get spat on), hit me and shoved me repeatedly against the door. My back was pretty sore Thursday night, but better Friday. 

-Friday - we got terrible news.
First, my parents beloved dog Barley, was diagnosed with a tumour in his stomach. He will be kept comfortable and given a lot of love as surgery is not an option that will change the outcome.

Secondly, my 93 year old Grandmother had what they believe was a mild heart attack, and was diagnosed with congestive heart failure. She will require oxygen from now on.

Then the Man came home with a stomach bug he got from a 2 year old on Wednesday. (He will be fine, but Lady will be grumpy if she gets it).

I ask for some POTP for Barley and Grandmother. May they both be comfortable and not suffer needlessly. 

Barley, the drool king and lap dog



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31 comments:

  1. easyweimaranerNovember 21, 2015 at 7:17 AM

    I'm so sad that so much bad things came to you.... I'm so angry that thisn 19 year old freak did that to you... I agree with you, that's the last thing on earth... and there is probably not enough water in the ocean to wash it away, it hurts and it feels icky much more than a slap....
    I cross my paws and I send hugs and POTP for your Granny and for Barley.... I'm so sorry that you got so much sad news ....

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  2. ♥♥ The OP Pack ♥♥November 21, 2015 at 7:19 AM

    We are all crossing our paws here for Barley and for Grandmother. And for you too!!! We hope the weekend brings some rest for all. Life never seems very fair.

    Woos - Ciara and Lightning

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  3. CowspotdogNovember 21, 2015 at 8:20 AM

    that is a rough week indeed - Mom understands - she was a social worker who worked in a counseling center for those with mental illness and addictions and had many such similar days.

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  4. My Mind's EyeNovember 21, 2015 at 8:26 AM

    Oh Hailey, Phod and peeps we are so very sorry about Barley and your mom's Gma.
    We are for sure sending lots of Purrs that both be kept comfortable and pain free. We will add both to the POTP
    Not the dreaded tummy bug. Mom's says she'd rather have a head cold any day. Little people are
    for sure the breeding ground for germs.
    Hugs madi your bfff

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  5. C.L.W.STEPNovember 21, 2015 at 9:46 AM

    We hope Grandmother will be OK, and Barley will get to enjoy his human family for as long as possible.

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  6. Milton and Mr. StubbsNovember 21, 2015 at 10:08 AM

    Sorry you had such a rough week. We are sending prayers, love, and hugs!

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  7. LBJNovember 21, 2015 at 10:09 AM

    POTP and prayers headed your way. Bless you for having the strength to do what you do for others.

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  8. Millie and WalterNovember 21, 2015 at 10:30 AM

    You sure have had a rough week. We are keeping our paws crossed for all of your family.

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  9. The Adventures of the LLB GangNovember 21, 2015 at 10:42 AM

    We are sending big warm hugs for you and POTP for Granny and Barley. We hope things are better in the coming week.....
    Big Hugs!!
    Mama, Dory and the Boyz

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  10. AnonymousNovember 21, 2015 at 11:16 AM

    It really was a bad week for you.......and we most certainly do send POTP for Barley the Brave pup and your Grandmom. That's pretty scary about the 19 year old - I'm sure (sadly!) that awful things happen to you frequently considering your work but hopefully, the "better days" out number the bad ones. Please take care of yourselves......all of you......you're in a LOT of peoples' prayers!

    Love, Sammy and Mom Pam

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  11. Jans Funny FarmNovember 21, 2015 at 11:27 AM

    Now that was a crappy week! We are sorry about your grandmom's health problems. And Barley - we know you are all sad at his diagnosis and wish him many more happy days with you. And your Lady? Ouch! We hope she will have a relaxing weekend and a much better coming week.

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  12. M. K. ClintonNovember 21, 2015 at 12:26 PM

    I am so sorry for your tough week. I hope that next week will bring some smiles your way and not the stomach bug!

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  13. Jan KNovember 21, 2015 at 12:34 PM

    We're so sorry you've had such an awful week. We are sending POTP and hoping for the best for both Barley and your grandmother.

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  14. WFT NobbyNovember 21, 2015 at 1:39 PM

    Sending POTP to Barley and your grandmother AND to you. What a horrible week indeed.
    And paws and fingers crossed that you won't have another week like that for a good long while.
    Cheers,
    Gail (and Bertie).

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  15. UnknownNovember 21, 2015 at 2:11 PM

    Oh my goodness!!!!! What an awful awful week!!! Sending some POTP, and boy, do I ever hope you are ok with being attacked like that!!!! WOW!!!!! So sorry :(

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  16. Cat and DOG Chat With CarenNovember 21, 2015 at 2:21 PM

    OMG I am so sorry to hear that you have been through all of this. Sending POTP for sure...keep thinking positive, it can only hopefully get better! xoxo
    DakotasDen

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  17. Bella Roxy & MacduiNovember 21, 2015 at 2:25 PM

    You've got HUGE doses of POTP heading your direction. We hope this week will be much quieter.

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  18. Idaho PugRanchNovember 21, 2015 at 3:36 PM

    Sending lots of hugs for you and most certainly some pug prayers for Barley and Grandma.
    Your line of work must be difficult and rewarding all at the same time. Hope your weekend will give you some relaxation and peace
    hugs
    Mr Bailey Hazel & Mabel

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  19. Kinley WestieNovember 21, 2015 at 5:46 PM

    Sendin lotsa POTP!

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  20. stellaroselongNovember 21, 2015 at 6:27 PM

    What a rough time for u. Sending our prayers. U are in our hearts.
    Stella rose

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  21. ScooterNovember 21, 2015 at 7:11 PM

    WOW!! That was a bad week. Paws crossed for Barley and your grandma. That sounds like a really hard job. Prayers sent to you too .

    wags
    Diana and Oreo

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  22. RubyNovember 21, 2015 at 8:27 PM

    Oh noes. I am so sorry. Sometimes it just seems like the whole world is crappin' on your head ~ you know a margarita always helps with that...☺. Seriously, you do some of the most impawtent work there is, and I bow my furry head to you! I gots my paws crossed for both Barley and your Gma...and sendin' lots of POTP and AireZens! And a margarita...did I mention my margaritas make everything betters??? ☺♥
    Kisses,
    Ruby ♥

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  23. rottroverNovember 21, 2015 at 9:30 PM

    Sending rottie-sized POTP to all of your family...

    -Ruby and Otto

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  24. ~Kim at Golden Pines~November 21, 2015 at 10:23 PM

    I am so, so sorry about your week. I admire you for the work you do that I know has many challenges, but I know also has many rewards as well. Know that from my corner of Virginia, we are sending LOTS of POTP for peace, comfort and health. Also, just having lost Buddy to stomach cancer, for Barley, I'm sending extra POTP for him for many treasured days of grace for he and his family to enjoy.

    Take care, I hope your weekend is peaceful and restful too.

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  25. OjoNovember 21, 2015 at 11:40 PM

    Hi hi hi! Ojo here! We are sending the power of 12 paws, plus cyber-hugs from the people. Cousin Lee and Handsome Phod, take care of your Lady - it sounds like she needs a little extra love right now too!

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  26. AnonymousNovember 22, 2015 at 3:41 PM

    We're so sorry to hear this. Sending lots of healing Pawkisses and purrayers to your Grandmother and Barley and your way. Healing Pawkisses <3 <3 <3

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  27. Ziggy StardustNovember 22, 2015 at 6:19 PM

    I am so sorry to read of all the things that have happened this past week. I am crossing paws for Grandma and Barley and for all of you. I am sending love and hugs and magic bubbles so that this week is much kinder to all of you.

    Ziggy Out!

    I will pray for all of you

    Anne

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  28. Jackie BouchardNovember 22, 2015 at 8:13 PM

    Wow, that's a rough week. So sorry to hear about your grandma and about Barley. He's a handsome boy! My mom is also 90 and she's in rehab having just gotten out of the hospital after being diagnosed with C.H.F. It's not been fun to deal with so I know how that part is. Hope you don't get sick!

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  29. sprinklesNovember 23, 2015 at 1:50 AM

    When it rains it pours, doesn't it? I'm so sorry you had such a horrible week. I will keep y'alls in my prayers. Hopefully the coming week will bring better days.

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  30. Marty the ManxNovember 24, 2015 at 9:16 PM

    What a poopster of a week. We are so sorry :( Sending you a big group cuddle and a giant hug from Mom. Sending POTP and putting your Grandma and Barley in our prayers.
    Luvs
    Marty, Mom and the Gang

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  31. KBNovember 30, 2015 at 9:42 PM

    That was a doozy of a week. I am sending POTP for Barley and your grandma.

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