I’ve been earwigging your conversation about the cost of vet bills and I’m shocked. We had a rescue westie who hardly cost anything. He had to be ‘put down’ at 19 and the vet said he had the teeth of a puppy. When I was a child we always had a Heinz’s 57 dog and they never went to the vets. I don’t even remember seeing a vets surgery. I’d love a dog but these costs have really made me think twice. My 17 year old grandson who’s been sort of foisted on me is being lovely company, the builders are getting on with it, I’ve had two of the youngest grandchildren stay over who appear to have accepted their mummy’s illness. Of course they are too young to really understand the implications and that’s a blessing. Enjoy your break n&g I may have missed where your going but hope where ever it is it’s lovely. All the pictures of pets are lovely. Are you o.k annsixty? I’m feeling a bit calmer and I wish the same for all of you, just a little bit of calm to recharge all our batteries. 
to cheer up the kitchen. I haven’t baked for years.
Evening All. Good to see you back charley, don’t be breaking that computer again 
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Had a good day out today other than it felt like we followed more tractors than there are in the world. Finally feeling almost human, phew.
Ouch, pet dental bills sound worse than human ones. Do dentists treat pets?
Enjoy your week ahead n&g, just remember no need to clean your home before you go away, intruders don’t care .
I’m delighted you had some better news panache, hope you also had today’s sunshine to go with it. 20 degrees here, amazing. Did Mr P return safely from his labours? Sounds as if you may both need a rest.
Try not to be trampled by the elephants chaos. Protect anything breakable 
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Well, I’ll soon be copying Hattie and resting my eyes, todays activity is encouraging sleep. Take care everyone.
Charley, wouldn't it be cheaper more cost-effective to have Tara fitted with a set of dentures? Then you'd be able to take them out and clean them yourself. . But seriously, I think pet owners are being held to ransom because they won't let it be said that they held back from paying for treatment.
Chaos congratulations on your imminent elephant arrival - I hope your family have strong chairs
Panache good news on Mr P's results - I hope he doesn't overdo it in the paddock! I've just been out and cut our grass - I couldn't get my battery lawn mower out of the garage so hauled the hernia machine out of the shed and managed to surprise it into starting by pretending to trim the edges after priming it! Couldn't see for the sun being so low in the sky so it's not perfect but at least the dandelions were beheaded!
Glad you've got your techy problems sorted out Charleygirl - it's wonderful when it works but the very devil when it doesn't! Is Tara a dog? Dentals are incredibly expensive for pets as well as humans. My cat had to have all her teeth apart from 4 out earlier this year and it cost £950! Pet insurance don't cover it either. She manages very well without them but biting me is a whole new experience now
N&G hope you have a great week away and the sun shines - it's still very warm when it's out. I saw on the weather that by the end of next week it will still be dark at 7 am - the animated graphics of how quickly it changes in a fortnight was quite amazing!
Busy weekend coming up as we're moving stuff into the bungalow tomorrow and Sat then family get together in Grantham on Sunday which will be nice. Have a pleasant evening all.
Goodness, I must really be out of touch with the cost of pet care Charleygirl as I had no idea that it was as expensive as that! I mentioned the amount to Himself and his jaw dropped and he said, "You could get a new one for less than that!" Teeth or dog I know not but clearly I will have to watch my step if I have anything go wrong, he might trade me in! 
Welcome back Charleygirl5, at first I wondered if someone was taking your name in vain.
Being “cut off” is hell isnt it?
Does that make me an addict?
Hattie is topping up her tan as she rests her eyes (quelle surprise) today
Honestly can’t say I noticed ChaosInc
So much sad news to catch up with today.
ann hopefully you have had a much calmer start to the day. Please take good care of yourself where you can...shock does sees to have real effects on the second day, as we age. When 'stuff' has happened here, the wobblies and tiredness always seems to come out the day after.
Someone mentioned that the person who shouts the loudest tends to get the attention and sadly, in todays system, it is absolutely true. Please put your own health on the agenda when you see the SW, and tell them that you can't cope....because as long as you appear to be coping, the system will let you carry on. At whatever cost.
panache you are one of the bravest, and most indefatigable people that I 'know'. I have read your blog, and it must have been difficult to share your current problems so openly with us. Thank you.
I wish there were simple words which might ease your worries, but can only offer thoughts and prayers. And the companionship of sharing the buggeration of COPD.
I hope MrPs' appointment went well
soop I hope you and the adorable MacS are thoroughly enjoying your treat. We await pictures!
Maw my deepest apology for changing your DGC gender in a previous post! I obviously misread.
morethan...that phone call must have caused an overload moment, however much you love the family. You have so much stress at the moment. Sometimes the transition from school to workplace is transformative. Fingers crossed!
Wonderful baby news Nonna ...and all our expectant kitcheners. I also worry terribly through family pregnancies. Is it a granny thing?
I am apparently expecting a new addition to the family, and am not at all sure about it. DD1 & partner have dogs rather than children Currently two, the youngest is their preferred breed .... which is elephantine in size, with energy levels to match. They had intended, in a year or two, to have another puppy from the same breeder, who has become quite a friend. It seems that they are now taking a one year old from her, who through no fault of his own, needs to be moved due to another dogs aggression against a young male.
That will be two elephants, and a half elephant. He arrives next weekend.
Suspect I shall need to remain seated through visits from now on, as just one elephant has bowled me over twice in the past.
Congratulations NonnaW! How lovely to hear such happy news, it puts a smile on everyone's face doesn't it.
It is a fact that we still worry about our children however big/old they are. The worries don't disappear it is just that they change as their lives all change. It is great when you watch them dealing well with all that life throws at them and most of them flourishing through it all. Nothing we can do but be supportive and love them all.
Off to the hospital now for the latest appointment so will leave you with these tiny macaroons to have with your coffee, plenty there so don't stint yourselves!
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