I guess the Enbrel is still working. I took it yesterday and I was so sore and sick all day but this morning
Brett was offered to leave for rehab this morning. I am so thankful he didn't and stuck to Wed. I don't realize how much he does until I think about him leaving.
I am going to have a good day today. I told my brother the truth about everything. He was understanding but he said he will not come down here when Brett is drinking and this had better be Brett's last chance? He is like my dad, very protective.
Anyway, I hope all of you have a great day. Mine has started out really good and hope to balance my activities today I am so glad things are looking up for you Roxy you deserve it!
Maybe have Brett make a spreadsheet for Kelsey's meds and stick it to the fridge. That way you know what and when to give it to her. Make paper plates your friend lol. I just use one cup a day and wash it out betweeen refills and changing what I drink.
Maybe getting a playmate for Tyler right now is good. Things will be calm in the house for her to get used to her new family and home and bond with you and Tyler. Life is busy for ya right now, but I can completely understand why you want a playmate for Tyler. I know how much you love him and how it hurts you to watch him lose his eyesight. If you don't get this particular dog, then maybe the time or the dog isn't right for you.
Hang in there Roxy! We all love you here and keep us posted!
Roxy - if they're having such a hard time giving the dog up...and no ones sure if you getting another dog is nessicarily the best thing (maybe it is..who knows) maybe you guys could set something up where like...you babysit the dog for them? It would give their dog the space she needs to get her energy out, and give Tyler someone to play with...but they'd be responsible for the vet things and food still, and still get to take her home at night and enjoy her as well. That would mean you wouldn't be taking on anymore financial stress too. Just an idea!! Entertain it.I had my brother over for dinner. I called him and talked about everything. No more secrets. He said he would come down if Brett did not drink and Brett didn't for me. He knows my brother is very important to me. I have my brother, who usually sees things in black and white, understanding why Brett is worth giving another chance to. He is supporting me. He also will be there for me when I am all alone.
Gramma, Brett could have gone to rehab today but he didn't. He would have liked to but did not want to desert me. He is going to do exactly what you said, so I can check things off each day as I don't remember. Also, he is taking me grocery shopping for easy foods to cook. He loves me and I am grateful. It is amazing how good he is to me when he is not drinking. He has been really good since he committed to this rehab. I am totally supporting him and praying for him and US. I love my family, his son, my daughter and my extended family. I feel blessed. I feel blessed by all of you too. It's so nice to see you so happy and it sounds like you have been carrying a very heavy weight on your shoulders that has been lifted and you can breathe again.
I am very glad your brother will be there for you while Brett is gone getting better. When you and Brett go shopping, maybe think of things that you and Brett can make now, seperate portions, freeze, and take out for quick heating. Things like spaghetti, chili, stew, casseroles,etc. If you are up to it, cook a little with him. Or load up that new dishwasher you love (I wish I had one sometimes motivating my dishwashers to wash the dishes is a pain lol) while he is using the dishes when he is cooking. It will give you guys a little extra time together before he leaves. Dan and I would cook together sometimes and I loved that time we had to just be able to talk. He works 2nd shift now so we don't have that opportunity as much anymore.
I think you and Kelsey will fall into a routine together while Brett is in rehab. The first few days maybe shaky but it will get better. Take it a day at a time (just like Brett does). I think you will surprise yourself at the amount of strength you really do have and how much you can do on your own and what you can accomplish day by day. Even if it is something you think is small and insignificant.
Another dog for Tyler will happen by when you least expect it. God has a funny way of doing things like that for us. Playdates with the dog are a great idea. My dog has a play date with another Lab in the park by us once a week. They make me tired just watching them lol.
We are blessed by you too.