See? I jinxed it. I knew I would.
Ally da Pup update – The two biopsy’s came back NEGATIVE. Whew, I was breathing again. And thanking a whole lot of people upstairs… For a few days anyway. Her back had still not healed and the pup was very itchy to boot. So, I had a long talk with the vet. She said Ally could have a steroid shot that would help with the itching or I could take her to the Doggie Dermatologist. Welcome to my world – a freaking doggie skin doctor! I don’t even have a Dermatologist but my dog does. At this point I just want Ally to be healthy again. It’s been months, and the vet bills are getting SCARY, (yes I DO have pet insurance but they only pay a portion,) and I want Ally to feel good again! So we went to the Dermatologist yesterday, and she did a scrape across the unhealed part of the pup’s back, (very gross,) and looked at it under a microscope. The verdict? Ally has a bacterial infection on her back, (and we are not sure how that originally happened.) She is now taking “horse pill” antibiotics for another three weeks. Those suckers are HUGE! The pup does not mind though as she takes them with this stuff. Don’t ask, after all these years it’s the only thing that works. She also has a topical ointment for her back, and another three weeks of this. Should you wish to donate a t-shirt, (with a cool logo and or entertaining slogan,) it will graciously be accepted at:
http://www.LisaB is sick of doing dog laundry.com.
Anyway, Ally is perky and happy and hopefully on the mend, (what, you think I am gonna tempt fate again?) —————————————————————————————————–
In other related news, we just came in from a nice long walk and I went to grab my mail. Guess what nifty thing I had waiting for me?!
I won Publisher’s Clearing House?
WRONG.
The credit card company waived my charges for the month since I’m SUCH a good customer?
WRONG.
Clive Owen wanted me to join him on a tropical island for a passionate romp?
HEAVY SIGH AND WRONG.
A SUMMONS FOR NEW YORK COUNTY JURY DUTY?
Ding, Ding, Ding, you win the prize! Tell them what they have won Alex!
I don’t say this very often in “print” but…
FUCK.
I definitely jinxed it.
Glad to hear the good news about Ally.
Hahahahaha Dammit, Lisa! I was laughing so hard I got an acrylic nail stuck in the keyboard… now I broke it!
Still… good laughs. Jury duty blows. It’s nice to tell them that I’m a law student…that gets me out of jail every time. If you haven’t been sworn in to tell the truth, it’s something to think about, yes-no?
Damn, what the fuck!!! Just when everything is going so right, that goes and happens. I hope it gets better for ya….here’s hoping it’s a juicy jury!
Jury Duty? I know there’s a positive in there somewhere and not just the super great news about Ally.
OK, so you might have to dig a little deep, but you’ll find it, I know you will
Here are some thoughts:
You get to be on Centre Street where they film some scenes of Law and Order and maybe get a glimpse of Jesse L. Martin
or
You get to stand on the same steps they filmed A&E’s Centre Street and while looking up in amazement, start humming “Gotta Fly Now”. Oh wait, that’s another movie.
or
Same as above but instead of humming the Rocky theme song, look up in amazement, spin around with a great big smile and throw your hat up in the air. Oh wait, that’s another girl in another TV show.
or
You can run down to Canal Street, eat duck etc. and shop. (This one, is of course my favorite … lol)
or
You can do your best to get out of the whole thing … lol
p.s. Ally, great news and great dermatologist. Your skin never looked better
Jury duty isn’t that bad in new york county because they have call-in so you don’t have to sit there for hours on end (unless it’s necessary).
Glad, Ally is on da mend.
oh wow on the pup. Oh why can we ever win publishers clearing house.
Just wait until you have to take Ally to a Doggie Psychiatrist… talk about bills. lol
Jury Duty is not hard. When you go for the interview just keep repeating: “hang the bastards”
Great news on Ally. Hope she feels better real soon. Itchy skin is torturous.
Blech on the jury duty. Sorry your name was next in line for that one. If you do see Jesse L Martin, could you pinch his booty for me? Ooops, just a wave will be ok.
Good that da Pup doesn’t have something worse than a bacterial infection. When Dani had the infected dewclaw, I wrapped her horsepills in good ol’ Kraft American plastic cheese. The big dog got jealous, so then I had to ball up the other half of the slice and give it to him. No, he wouldn’t take it unless it was all balled up–he had to have what she had. Silly dogs, but don’t we love ‘em?
I’m certainly glad to hear about Ally! I’m sure she’ll be all better real soon!
Jury duty isn’t all that bad, well except for the ridiculously tiny amount of money you get paid. And just because you’ve been told to come in doesn’t mean you’ll get selected.
Yuck. Jury duty. As for the sick pet thing, my 15 year old cat turned diabetic on my a few months ago. It’s finally under control with two units of insulin every night after dinner, and special diabetes management cat food that I have to buy through the vet, along with an Rx for the insulin and syringes from a pharmacy, but she’s doing okay now. I hope Ally feels better soon. Hoo boy, do I know all about large vet bills, but they are worth it, IMHO.
Best of luck, Lisa.
~ Froggie
I”m so glad to hear that the pup is on the mend. Baxter may have to go to a doggie dermatologist also. We visited a homeopathic vet last weekend and are giving that a try first. I know what you mean about the vet bills. I don’t have pet insurance and I between the birds and the dogs, I spend more on them than on me. When I’m finished paying for their expenses, there is nothing left.
Maybe you can get out of jury duty by having your employer write a letter. That’s worked for me in the past.
Take good care of your little precious doggie.
Sounds like you’re a wonderful “mom”!
As for jury duty, not that I look at doing your civic duty as a chance to meet the next-best-thing to Clive Owen, BUT I do know of a woman who ended up dating a man she met during jury duty.
Ya never know.
Hey, I’ll add another “FUCK!” just for you! On a good note, you’re NOT PREGNANT, so all is not bad.
I’m glad Ally seems to be on the mend. (Athough, I didn’t even know there was such a thing as pet insurance.)
Yay for the Pup!
Jury duty is insulting, what they pay you.
I’ve gotten out of it:
1. when my kids were little and I was their caretaker.
2. when I was going to school a few year’s ago on a government grant.
3. when I ran out of those excuses and actually had to go in for the selection, I “acted” (actually, I said what I thought) like a radical nut case and said certain people should just be put to death, like murderers, rapists, child molesters, wife beaters, spammers and telephone solicitors. They should ALL just get “the Chair”.
They let me go. Darn.
Well join the club, Lisa! My cat has an opthamologist!
I like jury duty. Last time I went, one of the witnesses in the case I was supposed to sit for changed his testemony right before the trial started and I was allowed to go home. Another year until I’m called again.
Neil – Thank you!
Miss BLS – Sorry about your nail, (actually I’m not
) but I’m glad you had a good laugh! I KNEW you would get my dry sense of humor hehe.
It’s been a while since I did jury duty and it always did blow!
Clora C – Thanks dear. And isn’t that always the way!
Glo – You HAVE got to get your own blog cause you are too funny!
Ally and I both send you kisses and thanks
Can I pinch Chris Noth instead? Aye Caramba!
And I loved Centre Street – good show.
Marty – I didn’t know that, thanks!
And I appreciate the good Ally wishes.
Anne – I wish I would just win already, enough of this waiting
Denny – Or maybe “The Pet Psychic?” hehe.
LOL @ “hang the bastards!”
Boo – Nice to see you! Thanks on Ally. And you are right, itchy skin is yucky.
If I’m gonna pinch anyone it’s gonna be Chris Noth (aka Mr. Big)
Serra – I laughed when I read your post, cuz Kraft cheese slices are the only other thing that Ally will eat wrapped around her pills. Very cute about how your two dogs have to have the exact same thing!
They are our babies, whatcha gonna do?
Se7en – Thanks Sweetie. We both appreciate it.
And I’m gonna do my damnest NOT to get on a jury!
The Laughing Frog – I’m sorry about your cat but am very glad you have things under control. Thanks for the good wishes. Big vet bills stink!
Schnood – Thanks dear. I hope Baxter is ok as well. Pet insurance has been a help for sure.
From what I have heard, it’s terribly difficult to get out of jury duty in NY. We will see.
Ms. Annie D – Thanks so much!
I can’t imagine meeting a great guy via jury duty but it’s neat to know your friend did so. But fyi, I’ve got a cool bf already, (who knows about my love for all things Clive Owen and is cool about it as long as I accept his jones for Sandra Bullock!)
Nat – Thanks for the additional fuck… wait that sounded bad
Lizzie – Thanks! And Pet insurance sounds stupid but given that vet bills are usually more expensive than people doctor bills… well it’s become a necessary evil.
Annie – I appreciate that!
LOVED your ideas for getting out of jury duty, especially the last one
TJ – OY, a doggie eye doc? Some club eh?
If you like jury duty want to take my place? Oops, just kidding Mr. District Attorney
I’m glad that Ally’s biopsy came back negative!! That’s great news. Lisa, my dog has an acupuncturist…so you’re not alone. Zeke has a lick granuloma that he’s had for about 2 years now…it’s been hell. I put his antibiotic pills in Peanutbutter. Works every time. Good luck and I hope that the pup heals quickly.
It could be worse-I have to feed my 1350lb “dog” Regal 12 asprin per day(yes, that is 12 per day!), and he also has to have dried kelp(good for the joints) which helps him with his advancing ringbone pain. But we have to hide it with yogurt.And not just any yogurt, strawberry yogurt. I had to bring in some raspberry, and he wasn’t having any of it. I was holding his grain pan, and he put his eye closest to me RIGHT IN MY FACE as if to say, “Dad, I don’t like raspberry! I want my strawberry Yammi! Oohhhh, I am so abused! Ooh, woah is Regal!” Needless to say, I was late to work today because I grabbed the wrong kind of yogurt at Safeway.
Elated to hear about Ally. Keep my Regal in your thoughts-he is getting vetted on Monday, and there is a good chance that he may never be ridable again.
Big pain for my big heart!
Nice to read your blog again! Take care!
The first time I was called for jury duty, many moons ago, an attorney friend told me not to worry about being enpaneled. I was working in the theater at the time, and according to my friend, as far as the legal establishment was concerned that made me inherantly “unstable”. And this was before I developed my fondness for kick-ass sexy-as-all-get-out shoes!
Soooo glad that Ally’s biopsy came back ok, but sorry about her skin infection. Good thing you took her to the doc, though.
Jury duty? Ugh. Tell them that you looooove watching “Court TV”, Cops, and you’re a huge fan of Greta VanSusteren. No lawyer in their right mind would want you on their jury!! LOL
And NO, I didn’t forget you! How could you even think that?? Silly girl! I just had a busy weekend, and busy Monday… now I’m at work and have lots o’ time to blog
loveya!
I have jury duty tomorrow. Poonani.
“http://www.LisaB is sick of doing dog laundry.com.”
I am cracking UP!!!!
things were not too good, you’re not jinxed! Hopefully they’re already better now as I am reading this