Happy Sunday everyone! We woke up to a nice layer of fluffy snow, the kind that is best removed with a broom. It is our first snow since the big dump of a month ago.
This first week of January was kind of lazy although we entertained twice. On Thursday, Gerda and her sister came over for lunch. It was lovely to see both of them and we had some good chats. Gerda loves travelling so it was nice to hear of her many adventures. She lost her beloved Havanese Tre a few months ago. He was 12, Cooper's nephew, both sharing the same heart condition. She has been and continues to be a great source of comfort to us.
Yesterday, our friends and neighbours Paul and Marie came over for a drink. We hadn't seen them for a while. It was good to catch up. They will be grandparents in a few months, exciting times ahead for them.
The rest of our week was quiet. The golden care that we provide Cooper and Spicy does come with some emotional and physical challenges so I would lie if I said that Russell and I are in the perfect place at the moment. We cherish every day we get with our pooches and we are grateful to be able to have those simple, lazy days with them.
Cooper continues to be stable although his appetite could be better. Just when we think that we have found the perfect food mix for him, things change so we adapt. Spicy is also relatively stable. The two main side effects of the dexamethasone is panting, which is a little worse, and increased appetite. If it was up to the Spice girl, she would be eating all the time. I find her hovering around me in the kitchen expecting to eat something. We feed her normal portions but we have caught her eating some of Cooper's leftover food. Too funny.
Russell finished sorting out most of his coins and found a reputable collector. They have been in touch for a few weeks now and have agreed to a transaction. Interesting process.
This month is busy with appointments for us starting with this week. I have a dental appointment first thing Tuesday morning. I will be getting a crown on that tooth that caused me some problems back in the Spring. Russell will be getting a cortisone shot for his knee. It should provide some relief until surgery down the road. Wednesday, I have a bone density test. Dental hygiene appointments for both of us next week. Then February will bring some fun moments...Super Bowl, Russell's birthday and Valentine's Day.
Those are our little news for this first week of January. I leave you with some random pics taken last week and two photos of Gerda's visit. She truly enjoyed the cuddles that Cooper and Spicy gave her.
Looks like a snow day for us, perfect for watching football, some doggie snuffling and something on Netflix. Last night, our HABS won! Linda and I were happy campers! Have a great week everyone!
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| Guess what time it must be....Spicy always knows it is time to eat. |
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| How do you say, totally relaxed...Cooper is the definition of relaxed in this moment. |
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| Spicy chilling in one of her many spots but always in her favourite pose. |
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| Peas in a pod, these two are often caught lounging in this position. |
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| Coop and Gerda exchanging family secrets while Spicy gives hugs. |
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| A special moment captured during a wonderful visit with another Havanese lover. |
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