Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy and Tempeste Outside

~ John W. Howell

“Hey, Twiggy. What are you doing?”

“Waiting for Tempeste.”

“Where’s Tempeste?”

“Out in the yard having a sniff-A-thon.”

“Hey, Tempeste. You through sniffing?”

“Yeah, I suppose. Nothing interesting today.”

“Go play with Twiggy. She could use some exercise.”

“Didn’t she just get back from a consultation with a surgeon?”

“Yes, but she didn’t have a procedure. She and Mom just talked.”

“What did they talk about?”

“You know your mom has been researching Twiggy’s illness and came up with some evidence that Twiggy should be on an antibiotic for up to three months before any surgery.”

“She told the surgeon that?”

“Yup. The surgeon agreed and also said Twiggy is not showing symptoms of Meningitis.

“So she is getting better?

“It sure looks that way.”

“I can’t wait until she plays with me again.”

Y

“You two know I’m right here, right?”

“How about chasing me and taking my toy away?”

Maybe later, Tempeste. I think I hear the roar of the dinner dish.”

“Hold on, wait for me.”

“You are so quick. I think dinner is ready.”

“I could eat a horse.”

“I doubt Mom is making horse, but it will be good.”

“That is one thing about dinner. It is always good.

 

Note. We will be continuing Twiggy’s medication and will check with the doctor in four weeks. We are all happy with her progress and continue to hope the surgery won’t be necessary. Thank you for all your good wishes and concern.

118 thoughts on “Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy and Tempeste Outside”

  3. Dear John, we hope your break away did you all good. It’s good news that Mrs H’s research and the medication may save Twiggy having surgery. Our love to you, Mrs H, Twiggy and Tempeste. Xxx ❤️

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  12. That’s terrific news, John. I hope Twiggy’s road to recovery is easy. She looks so sad resting on the porch, but I trust the roar of the dinner dish perked her up! Those two are my delight!

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  13. Doctors are good, but your own research is better. I hope Twiggy can avoid surgery. It seems like you all are on the right track. Now about that horse for dinner…

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  14. How wonderful that Twiggy’s doctor was open to hearing Mom’s suggestions. Nothing worse than a doctor who doesn’t believe they have anything to learn.

    Sending still more good vibes your way, Twiggy. And you are lovely, Tempeste, to be so patient with your bib sister.

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    1. Our previous surgeon didn’t want to listen. Surgery first was his call. The stats are astoundingly high on recovery rates with medication, all without the risks of surgery. We are keeping the surgery option as a last resort. Thanks, Dale.

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  18. I doubt if Mom is making horse…so funny. Also love Tempeste having a sniffathon. Mom is very smart to take each day at a time, and I too believe Twiggy will get better without surgery. A good hunch. 🙂

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    1. Yes, Mom does not have a horse recipe. Tempeste and Twiggy sniff the world almost until our nerves are shot. I think they could sniff all day if we could find someone dumb enough to take them for twelve-hour walks. The no-surgery option was endorsed by the primary doctor as well. We will give it four weeks and then see where we are. I think your hunch is a good one. Thanks, Susannah.

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        1. Ha ha ha. I think you are so right about the former life. We will give nature a chance. Twiggy and Tempeste had a small playtime last night. The first since the infection so the advance is continuing. 😊

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  19. Thanks for the update, John — and what uplifting news it is! I will keep saying prayers for all of you during this “wait-and-see” period, and I hope the antibiotic treatment is sufficient to heal Twiggy right up!

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  28. I am glad that Twiggy does not have meningitis. Viruses and bacteria can cause the strangest symptoms when they mess with the nerve system. I was just reading about a girl who became depressed, withdrawn, became anxious and got severe OCD and refused to go to school. Turns out it was unresolved strep throat and an antibiotic took care of it. I wouldn’t think something similar could happen to Twiggy, but it is great that she does not have meningitis.

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  40. Sounds like things are going well, Twiggy. Just keep up with mom’s regime, and rest!

    Tempeste, you look so healthy, and you are growing. Wow. Be kind to Twiggy!

    Tell dad I think you both look great!

    🐂 🐂 🐂 (one for each)

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