Sorry you got stuck dealing with that altercation...I've seen cat vs raccoon injuries before and it's not pretty. The one I'm thinking of needed emergency surgery, lost a toe, and would have died without care. Make sure you check her really carefully for punctures, they're close to invisible but will turn into a nasty abscess within a week or so. She should probably get a rabies booster too, even if she's up to date. Sounds like she got off pretty lucky, all things considered.

Speaking of rabid animals, there's currently a most likely rabid fox loose in my town. I guess it attacked a few people yesterday afternoon and they're still looking for it. It was on the other side of town yesterday but could make it out here, this isn't a huge town. I'm going to the trails in a different town with my dog later so I shouldn't have any issues with it. Otherwise I'm just tired, I'm seeing my bf later but it'll probably be another early night for me

Oh, poor LilMiss. I hope she will be ok. Sorry you got peed on during the rescue. I do not like raccoons, nor do I think they are cute. They are scary. Sorry this happened.

Today we are going to daughter's house. Our little granddaughter decided she wants grandpa to help her build a wagon for her stuffed animals. Grandpa spent $50 on wagon parts last night....more than a wagon costs. You gotta love grandpas. :o)

I'm going to crochet while I'm there. Standing on concrete in the garage, is not my idea of fun. SIL is going to grill for us. Yay!

My left elbow is killing me today. I could barely wash my hair, it hurt so bad. I didn't hurt it, so I don't know what that is about.

We are taking granddaughter out for breakfast. My daughter and SIL have stuff to do around the house, so they are not coming along. Fun day.

Take care, everyone. Hope you all are feeling better today. Lots of hurts out there.

Miki, scary fox. I hope they catch it. Glad you are walking your dog elsewhere.

When the vet opened, we took Lil Miss in,d ropped her off, and they have her owners' cell number to let them know to go pay the bill. She was continuing to limp as if her hind leg bothered her. I found no blood, no puncture wounds, but better safe than sorry. Poor baby.

Ida, oh no... Elbow pain. Big hugs.
Miki, rabid fox attacking people? Yikes!

I hope you have a better weekend. Keep smiling...life is never dull that's for sure.

Morning all,

Leo, my goodness girl, that does not sound like a pleasant awakening at all. I'm so happy our animals are indoor animals...although we did get Izzy and Ruby an outdoor tent thingy. Pudge is spooked by it being outside, inside, she's all cool. And Izzy...she's in heaven....safety and outdoors...happy happy girl.
And I hope you didn't get any scratches and such yourself. Sometimes we don't see them until later because the action is so distracting. And I hope little Miss isn't injured too bad.

Miki, we had a coyote that looked like it was in it's last days several years ago....in our Lexi years. And Lex, being the massive black lab she was nearly dove out our front picture window to get at it. That wouldn't have been good as we have triple pane windows and she wouldn't have survived that at all. Hope your day goes well and you have a good night tonight with your BF.

Ida, your day sounds great. I too get wrapped up in projects. Two years ago Beans wanted to be R2-D2 for Halloween. And the kiddo was stoked. But the simple idea of painting a trash can, turned into a $150 project. Had to have the helmet to keep the lid on, had to install lights, and sounds and well I'm a sucker, I know this. Thankfully last year he just wanted to be a glowing stick man. Super cheap!!!

I'm relishing in the quiet of the morning. And Madame Keurig was kind enough to make me a cup of hot apple cider. (she was my back to school gift and while I was thinking of calling her something else, my hubster came in with Madame Keurig and it stuck). I'm not a coffee drinker, although I have made a few cups because the smell is just heavenly to me. But this little machine will brew cold or hot. And hot apple cider and hot chocolate, and some cold brewed green tea w/ lemon or sweet tea are our favorites here. It's pretty sad when a little machine is the thrill of your home, LOL. But this is us.

Hope all who follow have a great day today. Hugs to all and praying for all of those in Florida or have loved ones in Irma's path.

Ouch!!! That is scary! My Missy Ann got it good when she was attacked by a raccoon as a kitten. She almost lost her leg. I was at the vet every few days for six weeks just to drain the infection. That has potential to be a deadly scenario. Hopefully she'll be okay.

Miki, I think I'd rather tango with a raccoon than a rabid anything!! I'm glad you are going elsewhere to walk the pup!! Better to be safe than sorry!!

Ida, you enjoy your day with daughter and grand baby! I'm sorry you hurt. That is not a fun way to start the weekend! Try to rest it as much as possible and apply ice if you can tolerate it.

I'm doing as okay as can be expected. A lot of pain in my back and sitting in a severe depression but I'm working on getting through it. I'm holding on by a fraying thread of a promise I made. I almost don't know how to survive this anymore.

Wonder, I love that name!! Christmas is coming, get me one??

Good morning everyone.

Leo the great animal rescue continues. I'm so glad you heard what was going on. I hope she will be perfectly fine.

Miki, enjoy your walk today and I hope you never come across that fox. Have a nice time with your BF.

ida, it sounds like a great day. I hope you enjoy every bit of it and your pain is low.

Wonder, I love the name of your new keurig. I'm so glad you're enjoying it, it's the little things that brighten up our day that can save our sanity.

Precious. I hope the depression leaves soon. I feel the same way on not knowing how to survive this fibro pain and exhaustion anymore. I know one thing is for sure, our kids need us and we must keep pushing through. Hang in there.

My bladder still hurts and I'm going to call the clinic today to see if he can send in something stronger. My toothache isn't as bad but definitely still bothers me. All other pains continue to stick around in full force. I've had so many appointments lately, but I need to see my thyroid doc again. I think it's only been 3 wks but I'm so drained and I want another medicine.

Bear, I'm worried about you and hoping that you have a plan to leave with your son if it comes to that.

I hope everyone has a good weekend, and I'm praying over everyone involved in this storm.

I have to make it thru today and im in terrible pain but i have 3 loads of laundry i have to do i got way behind and im doing it at mom and dads plus its moms birthday, were going to the grand opening of the vet clinic in our town and then im taking mom to see home again at the theater which is so hard on me when im in pain like this. But i dont want to ruin her birthday. Shes 21 again or 65 lol shes happy she now has medicare with the cost of insurance!

Angela, I know laundry runs me, too, when I'm already down. Go easy if you can, okay?
Wonder, ooooh, I like the name!
Twin, yeah, if you're that drained, the doc needs to know! *ships you pumar roar*
Presh, big hugs, okay?

PER LATEST NOAA UPDATES?PREDICTIONS: IF YOU LIVE IN TENNESSEE, please be aware that Irma is predicted to more or less hang out there and so flooding rain potenital is high in the TENNESSEE AND OHIO RIVER VALLEYS.

You can go to NOAA dot - gov for alerts on what if anything is going to possibly affect your area, using your zip code. (You get your local forecast and it has a "latest on ...." link if you might catch anything on whichever Hurricane).

Kentucky, Tennessee, Georgia, please watch out,a nd if you're reading this.... PLEASE be aware you're looking at the likely remnants of Irma heading for you, so please please prepare and be careful.

For Leo Coming Into My Life

I don't know the fibro pain, yet I do know the pain of life
Leo and her puma purrs came into my life about a year ago...Feisty, A Wicked Sense of Humor and So Much Strength, Love, and Wisdom...Forever Grateful and In My Heart... Mary Louise

(blushing very red here) Thank you:-)

Aloha. I still can't believe a cat 5 hurricane is hitting FL. I don't know if I've ever seen one in my lifetime. Oh, hurricane Andrew did, but it's no wonder I have no memory of that, because we were overseas at the time. I am scared for Floridians.

We do not have rabies here in Hawaii. And due to the strict rules, if you bring an outside pet in without 1st following the massively strict guidelines, your pet will end up in quarantine. Many animal breeds have been banned from entering the state completely: snakes, lizards, large cat breeds, wild animals, certain birds, the list is very long.

Poor LilMiss, Leo! What a way to start your weekend. I'm sorry you got peed on :(. Glad you got her to the vet so they can fix her up.

Miki, yikes a rabid fox attacking people?

Ida, sounds like you're having a nice day other than your poor elbow. I hope it feels better soon.

Wonder, never had a Keurig but it sounds like I may want one now lol

Aw, Precious..... depression+ pain, ugh :(. We're here for you, hang in there. One moment at a time. Gentle hugs going your way.

Twin, I hear on the appts. I've had so many I feel like I work a full time job. This past week was the 1st break in back to back appts in a while. But I'll be starting PT soon, so I doubt they will be slowing down. I hope you get some stronger meds and start feeling better soon. You're overdue! Sending strength and healing....

Angela, happy birthday to your mom! Just keep track of your limits. If your body says you have to stop, you should probably rest. There's no pushing through the pain with fibro, remember that. Grand opening of a vet clinic sounds fun!

Well, we found ONE furniture store who carried futons but they were out of our price range. Come on, there has to be another futon store on this island. Pffft! The futon search continues. My back pain was pretty intense when I came home.

My husband had 2 meetings yesterday: one actual faculty meeting, and one faculty party. He came home (after dinner) reeking of alcohol and I couldn't believe he drove home like that. Doesn't he worry about getting a DUI?

My knee brushed the edge of the tub when stepping over into the shower, and I had hoped it would be nothing. But sure enough by the afternoon, my knee was black and blue. I swear, I look like I've been beaten by a bat... and I'll get these all over.

Laundry this morning and we'll see what the day brings. Hubby said the boat is still dry docked today so we have the day. Maybe we'll drive out a country road and pick fruits on wild trees! I've been putting off grocery shopping. Picking wild trees is more exciting lol.

Have a blessed weekend, everyone.

As of 1 PM Eastern TIme Zone (US), Hurricane Irma is down to a Cat 3. Good news in the sense "less catastrophic but still horribly devastating". Yeesh. Blue, I've survived a Cat-1 that was still a Cat-1 when it came as far inland as me, and that was bad enough. Thanks, no!

BTW, totally agree, fruit from wild trees beats grocery stores!

LilMiss is okay, got a scratched leg, not much blood but they gave her antibiotics and a rabies booster. She's sleeping in a sunny patch in my back yard. Because, hey, y'know, her owners wenta nd got her and paid the bill and she figured she'd hang out here. Shadow is curled up with her. IT's so cute:-)