July 29, 2013

Jamie

The weather was so beautiful yesterday that Justin and I decided to get out for a walk. It's the first time we've been out together for a while because we've felt one of us needs to be with Jinx. She's doing a fair bit better though so that gave us a chance to stretch our legs and yes, continue to play with the new camera. I think it's going to be the purrfect cat cam!!

Shannon
Continuing on the path of trying to do some normal things, I was really happy to get back to reading last week and even finished up a book which is the final one of a series! I actually thought I had already finished the series last year but low and behold they added another book. Now I look forward to choosing what to read next.

Suzie

Reg and I drove down the Bedford Highway yesterday to check out Taz Records' new location! So much closer to us than going downtown. Reg picked up some Bad Religion and The Allan Brothers Band and is going his best Warren impersonation in front of the store. It was nice to see the sun come out to! 

July 27, 2013

Jamie

At Mom's we got down to the very last thing: the piano. I had no thought whatsoever of trying to keep it. We don't play. Clearly it's broken. It requires special movers. And there are other worries besides. But then I touched the keys. And Shannon did too. We played around a little bit. Then I walked home and literally saw a truck for piano repairs/moves/tuning on my block. Pianos have been such a part of our lives. Just like the drums, for some reason I couldn't let this go. She'll be finding a new home in my kitchen next week. I still can't quite believe it.

July 26, 2013

Jamie

This week our world has been Jinx. I spent every night sleeping on the couch so that I could be right beside her and support her when she needs it. In many ways, she's been getting better. She's eating, drinking, moving around a bit, even finding a couple of her favourite spots to curl up in. But she's also trembling and has such a hard time getting up, turning over and moving her legs. We're enjoying every moment we can with her and watching her closely to make sure she's not in any pain or distress. She's been my little Jinx since Shannon pointed her out at the Humane Society 18 years ago. I love her so much. It's going to be unbearable to say goodbye.

Shannon Although I'm working on getting back to normal, or rediscovering normal, or figuring out if there isn't even a normal. But what felt pretty normal and really awesome recently was getting to actually make vegetables on my own stove and eat them. Might be a small thing, but it's been months since I've done that. Those brussel sprouts were amazing, and I hope for more.

Suzie

I have been holding on for some help. Waiting for library books and to see my doctor on Thursday. Turns out the books I got are very religious (which was so offensive), I got poured on in the rain (note wet pants), had to put hiking boots on my very burned feet and go to the doctor. Who cancelled on me suddenly. I consider her my only confidante here and had a total temper freak out in the washroom. I may have broken something.

I went back and spoke with another doctor to get meds but I really wanted to start a plan on making sure my medical info is up to date, getting tests done of me and my concerns about cancer. And just to say to someone, I need help. 

Oh well. Bought some "light brown" hair dye instead. Hair therapy on Friday instead. 

July 25, 2013

Jamie

Well, it's a pretty random day to jump in and start reposting but heck, why not? Especially since I just got my new camera - yay!! Suzie, I hope you don't mind me copying you when it came to my choice but your photos really inspired me when you were here, especially that zoom! Now, I do have to learn to use it but it felt more intuitive than I expected and I had a lot of fun taking it out yesterday and exploring the neighbourhood. Of course, that fun was augmented because it was my first time outside in days! I've been so focused on taking care of Jinx I've barely left her side!

June 20, 2013

Suzie

Days are kind of mixing together, I hope I got the date right. I have to say that Easy-Off's "Fume Free" was still crazy strong. Glad I got it though because most of what was hard to breathe stayed in the kitchen and did not bother Mom. Nothing like cleaning therapy!

June 19, 2013

Suzie

I know you both had an extremely long day yesterday. At least Jamie didn't have to hear the three jack hammers going off down the street for hours. It was crazy! I guess that's just kind of symbolic with how things have been so I just wanted to share.

June 17, 2013

Jamie

Well, I may not do a bunch of catch-up but I am going to start posting again. I really miss being here, under the Willow Tree! Here's what's been happening under the lilac tree at our house, hehe. I think we saw a total of 7 raccoons here last night!