27 October, 2009

Sub-Q Fluids And Cupcakes

Sadly, there's a new accoutrement hanging alongside my belts in the closet. Our beloved Templeton is in renal failure and subcutaneous fluids have now become a part of our daily routine...

Our brave boy has been such a trooper through all his meds, symptoms, treatments and all around yuckies...

There was a bright spot this past weekend as we celebrated his 14th birthday and Daddy's brief return from Tokyo with cupcakes from our weakness du jour, Baked and Wired...

A few licks of icing for the birthday boy...

Then it was back to cleaning the ole leg...

Even Pilgie, RN indulged while on a break from his très important hospice duties. Duites that include tap dancing, swinging from the rafters, death defying leaps from the top of the fridge, playing fort in the closet and any other Cirque de Soleil antics meant to entertain out little patient. It was a great celebration with the fam...

Happy Birthday special boy. We love you more than you can ever imagine...XXOO
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  1. ERBOctober 27, 2009 at 7:17 AM

    So sorry to hear about Templeton. Glad you were able to give him a nice birthday celebration though.

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  2. pve designOctober 27, 2009 at 7:19 AM

    Birthdays are for the brave at 14.
    pve

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  3. AnonymousOctober 27, 2009 at 7:51 AM

    Wishing the best for you and your precious little one.

    -raed

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  4. Southern AspirationsOctober 27, 2009 at 7:55 AM

    So sorry to hear of your little guy's struggle. But, happy birthday to him!! Glad you go a celebration.

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  5. sleOctober 27, 2009 at 7:56 AM

    Happy Birthday Mr. T.

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  6. Purple FlowersOctober 27, 2009 at 8:19 AM

    I'm sorry to hear about your Mr. T. I am glad to see him working on the chocolate icing.

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  7. SueOctober 27, 2009 at 8:47 AM

    We have to partake of any pleasures available when things are not going so well. Glad to see Mr. T enjoying a lick of his yummy cupcake even during this not so pleasant time.

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  8. QueenBeeSwainOctober 27, 2009 at 9:45 AM

    happy birthday to your little man and I'm keeping him in my thoughts

    xoox

    kHm

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  9. AnonymousOctober 27, 2009 at 9:52 AM

    Dear Allie (in Gtown?),
    Mr. T is very lucky to have such wonderful parents. I know this must be a difficult time; hang in there. Thanks for sharing, Denise

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  10. Sydney Carver SnyderOctober 27, 2009 at 11:15 AM

    Happy Birthday to Mr. T!

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  11. Black Labs and LillyOctober 27, 2009 at 12:56 PM

    Birthday wishes to Mr. T!!! Tell his entertainment to keep up the good work, as laughter can be the best medicine!!

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  12. Tickled Pink And GreenOctober 27, 2009 at 2:13 PM

    Awwww, sweet little Templeton! He is even older than my daughter who turns 14 next month. And I feel like we've had her forever, so I know that is a long time. Glad Pilgie is keeping him entertained. :)

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  13. AnonymousOctober 27, 2009 at 7:14 PM

    What a nice and heart wrenching story.
    Happy Bday to Kitty, and sending my best to him.

    sarah

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  14. Michelle TOctober 27, 2009 at 8:54 PM

    I hope Templeton feels better! I will say a little prayer for him. Both of your cats are so cute.

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  15. Whitney and the Preppy PuppiesOctober 28, 2009 at 1:00 PM

    Happy birthday, Templeton! It's so hard to see our pets age. Sending best wishes to you both.

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