Good news!
The tumor was a histiocytoma, which was benign.
Right now, Zero is licking away at his foot/leg that was wrapped in bandages for the past week. The stitches are still in now, but the vet wanted the area to get some air. We are taking him back in on Friday to have the stitches removed. Yippee!
We still have to watch him so he doesn't rip out the stitches himself. So, the stupid "whiplash" collar will still be used when we are not around.
Thanks so much for the kind words from many of you. It was a really rough week, thinking about all the possibilities. Those words really meant a lot to us.
Monday, March 28, 2005
Friday, March 25, 2005
3.25.05
Here's the info on the photos.
We took Zero to the vet on Tuesday, thinking he had an acral granuloma. It isn't that serious, but it can be difficult to treat.
That isn't what the bump was. The vet immediately announced that it was a tumor and that he needed to remove it right away and send it out for a biopsy. M and I just stood there in shock. We both stayed pretty composed. It wasn't until after we left Zero there and were walking back to the apartment that I just lost it. I cried, not caring who saw me. I mean, I cannot imagine life without our Zero. He has brought so much joy to our lives for the past 3 1/2 years. I see him EVERY day. He sleeps with us for crying out loud! I know some people out there think we are crazy; thinking we shouldn't care so much about a dog. I mean, he is just a DOG, right? Those people have no idea what it means to have a relationship with an animal other than a human.
Cricket, a Boston terrier mix, was the first dog in my life. She was with me for 13 years--from age 3 to 16. Those years were the most important in my life. When I was upset or troubled, who listened to me and licked away the tears? I am tearing up just thinking about her. Her death affected me as much as any other death in my life. She greeted me every day for 13 years. When she died, I could not remember life without her. Her death was completely devastating and has affected the rest of my life.
Humans have the tendency of thinking that we are the superior species. I don't buy it. Look, we (all living beings) are in this together. As most of you know, I am agnostic. Maybe that is why I feel this way about animals. No, I am not vegetarian. I just believe in the "circle of life". Wow, that sounds really corny. But, that is how I feel.
Anyway, back to the Zero story. Sorry if I am making no sense. I have had a couple glasses of wine.
So, we are waiting for the results of the biopsy on this tumor. I am trying to stay positive. He is still young. Boston terriers have a predisposition for tumors. We knew this going in, but I just never expected it so soon.
Enough for now. Will keep you updated.
We took Zero to the vet on Tuesday, thinking he had an acral granuloma. It isn't that serious, but it can be difficult to treat.
That isn't what the bump was. The vet immediately announced that it was a tumor and that he needed to remove it right away and send it out for a biopsy. M and I just stood there in shock. We both stayed pretty composed. It wasn't until after we left Zero there and were walking back to the apartment that I just lost it. I cried, not caring who saw me. I mean, I cannot imagine life without our Zero. He has brought so much joy to our lives for the past 3 1/2 years. I see him EVERY day. He sleeps with us for crying out loud! I know some people out there think we are crazy; thinking we shouldn't care so much about a dog. I mean, he is just a DOG, right? Those people have no idea what it means to have a relationship with an animal other than a human.
Cricket, a Boston terrier mix, was the first dog in my life. She was with me for 13 years--from age 3 to 16. Those years were the most important in my life. When I was upset or troubled, who listened to me and licked away the tears? I am tearing up just thinking about her. Her death affected me as much as any other death in my life. She greeted me every day for 13 years. When she died, I could not remember life without her. Her death was completely devastating and has affected the rest of my life.
Humans have the tendency of thinking that we are the superior species. I don't buy it. Look, we (all living beings) are in this together. As most of you know, I am agnostic. Maybe that is why I feel this way about animals. No, I am not vegetarian. I just believe in the "circle of life". Wow, that sounds really corny. But, that is how I feel.
Anyway, back to the Zero story. Sorry if I am making no sense. I have had a couple glasses of wine.
So, we are waiting for the results of the biopsy on this tumor. I am trying to stay positive. He is still young. Boston terriers have a predisposition for tumors. We knew this going in, but I just never expected it so soon.
Enough for now. Will keep you updated.
Sunday, March 20, 2005
3.20.05
First day of spring. I have to tell you, I am happy about it. This coming from someone who enjoys cold weather. I still love cold weather, but there is a reason for the seasons, people. Honestly, it isn't one particular time of the year that I love (okay, that isn't true. I love October and Fall in general), but I like living in an area where you actually get to enjoy the change in seasons.
The South really doesn't have seasons. It is more like 4 months of Winter/Fall and 7 1/2 months of Summer and maybe two weeks of Spring. Or at least, it always seemed that way to me. Anything over 80 degrees is Summer in my book. And it isn't Winter unless the high is consistently under 40 degrees.
So, right now I should be working on this damn thesis project. For those of you who do not know the topic, it is "Space-planning in public libraries." Interesting, yes?
I will be leaving soon (it's now 7:41 am) for campus for more writing.
Oh, I did take a break last night and went to a relatively new restaurant in our neighborhood. The Brazilian restaurant is called Malagueta. The prices are reasonable and the food is quite good. I had the Feijoada Completa. Very delicious. Reminded me of a typical Southern dish actually. I mean beans and pork is pretty country.
Well, better end this and get working. Oh, I was quite upset Thursday when I learned Alabama lost in the first round. Maybe next year.
The South really doesn't have seasons. It is more like 4 months of Winter/Fall and 7 1/2 months of Summer and maybe two weeks of Spring. Or at least, it always seemed that way to me. Anything over 80 degrees is Summer in my book. And it isn't Winter unless the high is consistently under 40 degrees.
So, right now I should be working on this damn thesis project. For those of you who do not know the topic, it is "Space-planning in public libraries." Interesting, yes?
I will be leaving soon (it's now 7:41 am) for campus for more writing.
Oh, I did take a break last night and went to a relatively new restaurant in our neighborhood. The Brazilian restaurant is called Malagueta. The prices are reasonable and the food is quite good. I had the Feijoada Completa. Very delicious. Reminded me of a typical Southern dish actually. I mean beans and pork is pretty country.
Well, better end this and get working. Oh, I was quite upset Thursday when I learned Alabama lost in the first round. Maybe next year.
Friday, March 11, 2005
3.11.05
Last night was fun. I attended an OU alumni reception in an apartment on Park Avenue. Yes, that's right, Park Avenue. The gentlemen who lives there is a 1950 graduate of Oglethorpe.
Dr. Large and his wife were there, as well as the OU alumni that live in this area. We are all scattered throughout NJ, upstate NY, Long Island, and the five boroughs.
I knew a few people, but most I did not know. It was nice to find out that there are so many alumni in the area. I hope we will keep in touch and even possibly have some get-togethers in the near future.
I am really procrasting right now. I took the day off from work, so I can work on my thesis. I am completely unmotivated.
Oh, and here's some big news. My little brother and his wife are expecting a baby this November. I had a feeling that my mom would get her first grandchild from them. I thought that this pregnancy would take the pressure off us, but it hasn't. I feel even more pressured. I know, I know. We all make our own decisions, and M & I are on a different path at the moment. The clock is just ticking more loudly lately.
Dr. Large and his wife were there, as well as the OU alumni that live in this area. We are all scattered throughout NJ, upstate NY, Long Island, and the five boroughs.
I knew a few people, but most I did not know. It was nice to find out that there are so many alumni in the area. I hope we will keep in touch and even possibly have some get-togethers in the near future.
I am really procrasting right now. I took the day off from work, so I can work on my thesis. I am completely unmotivated.
Oh, and here's some big news. My little brother and his wife are expecting a baby this November. I had a feeling that my mom would get her first grandchild from them. I thought that this pregnancy would take the pressure off us, but it hasn't. I feel even more pressured. I know, I know. We all make our own decisions, and M & I are on a different path at the moment. The clock is just ticking more loudly lately.
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