I apologize for not doing my part in corresponding with you. My pet care sideline (unintentional) expanded this summer with more dogs and cats to look after (since my friends know I don’t go anywhere). Sadly, regarding pets, I have to share that Old Dachshund, subject of poems, died a few days ago. He was old, and ironically (physically) his heart got too big. Old Poodle walks around my sister’s home, looking lost.
In addition, I entered a new world of pain this summer. It’s nerve pain, I guess. Or so they think so at the doctor’s. It now moves from my left hand (leftie that I am) up the arm into the shoulder, up my neck, and then behind my eyes. All this has slowed me down more, added to the slower pace I have to take due to heart disease.
Could I sound more pathetic? I don’t wish to. I continue to write because I have to. And if I write and then post, at least I’m doing something. I do want to be in touch with you more, however. If you simply “like” my work without comment, that’s fine. I’m grateful. If you read and never note anything, that’s fine as well. That’s the first reason why I share anything.
I hope your August has been good and September is even better. Thank you!
Christopher
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August 31, 2018 at 7:59 pm
Hi Christopher, I’m glad you’re still writing. I’m also sorry for the loss of your Dachshund. I hope you have better days and an even better September. 🙂 Erin
September 1, 2018 at 1:23 am
I am so sorry for your loss! (My dachshund turned 12 this year.) Nerve pain is so difficult. You have my deepest sympathy. Hugs!!! Juli
September 1, 2018 at 4:35 am
Christopher, when or if you can respond is fine. Don’t feel you have to if you’re in too much pain or to busy with the pets. It’s more important for you I think, that you continue to write, even if that means you can’t often respond to our comments
I’m sorry about the poor dachshund. I could tell he was one of your favorites when you watched him. Poor poodle indeed. I’m praying for your improved health. You are not alone and God knows what you suffer, I pray that he heals you and lifts you up.
I’m back pet sitting little Jenga again too for 4 days, I didn’t have to coax her out this time. She was wagging her tail when she finally came downstairs. Last week I worked three work events including one about 4 hours from where I live, so we flew in and stayed at the hotel, then flew back the next day. Part eat through the event as the silent/live auction ended, the fire alarm went off. It was very odd and she all went outside for 20 Minutes then wen back on the hotel through the front doors.
I’m also selling Steeped Tea, loose leaf tea of all kinds as a side business. They were on Dragon’s Den (like Shark Tank) about ten-years back and I adore the products, Tea, hot chocolate, matcha and all. I’m hoping other people do too.
Hoping your nerve pain gets better & that anything that can increase your life quality with this heart disease will and-can be provided. For you. Keep strong and have hope. 🤗 🙏
September 1, 2018 at 10:12 am
Hey Chris, Your strength is remarkable. Sorry for your loss, and keep hope. Hope is your words filling our eyes everyday.