Vegmom Moments

Boy Dog Leak Band

My sweet old pup has developed a leaky pipe.   Basically, when he sleeps he pees.  And doesn't even know he is doing it.  This is a really large problem considering he sleeps in MY bed.  And an even bigger problem that he sleeps ALL THE TIME!

After checking him out at the Vet for an infection, we discovered it is just incontinence no infection... But this doesn't help fix the problem.  

I could use "diapers" but they are not so eco friendly, very wasteful and depending on how long my dog is with us, could get highly cost prohibitive.   So I went on a search for something more eco-friendly that was easy to use, easy to clean, comfortable and something that he couldn't pull off.

That is when I found these male dog bands:

It's PERFECT!  The band wraps around his doggy bits, and velcros on the top.  When he is going outside, we just unvelcro.  Then it is easy to put back on.  I can put a pad in it to add absorbency, or leave as is.  And it washes perfectly in the machine.

So far so good!   

 

The Christmas Blanket

Veg got a Blanket for Christmas from his grandparents. He now loves to lay down on the floor and do just about anything as long as he is ON the blanket.  Puzzles, Games, Drawing, Movies:

This is him all bundled up.

Problem is, the DOG also likes this Blanket and every time Veg leaves it on the floor, we find this:

Which doesn't make the Vegman very happy....

I'm thinking the Vegman will have to learn to put away his blanket because the dog isn't listening to the "THIS ISN'T YOURS, IT IS MINE" Speech!

 

Spunk's Christmas Present

The Vegman picked out this all natural organic cotton toy for Spunk's Christmas Stocking.   But on Christmas morning, the old pup really didn't want anything to do with it. 

Then after a week, he and the toy became inseperable.     

"Back Off, it's mine.  And please don't make me run after it again, I'm tired"

 

Oh Is He Busted!!

A certain someone or something continues to be taking things off of the Kitchen table.  It is a sudden phenomenon, and not something that has always occurred.   I knew it could NOT be the dog because he is too old to jump and can't see or hear that well. (she says sarcastically)

But If it wasn't me, the kid or the hubs, there is either a Kitchen Gremlin or a DOG that is not really as decrepit as he acts.

 

I'll give you ONE Hint.......

I heard a noise in the kitchen, grabbed my camera and thought "I'm going to Catch this Gremlin"

Or DOG as the case may be!

Then he just sat there frozen, didn't even move his paw as if his little mind was thinking:

"If I freeze she won't see me"

Oh, but I saw you my little troublemaker!!!

 

My Dog Wants to Blog

I came out of the shower to find Spunk curled up with the Mac.

Thinking he was going to type up a blog post but didn't know my password:

My Dog Doesn't Like When We Leave

This is my dog's way of saying one of 4 things:

1. Our carpet is really ugly and needs some new color
2. I'm really mad at you for leaving me home alone
3. Nanna Nanna Boo Boo you forgot to close the bathroom door
4. Maybe you should empty the trash more often Mom

Or maybe a combination of all 4?    

We get home and the dog is like:

"Did you see that Mom?  I don't know how THAT happened!!"

 

The Whole Family Likes Happy Herbivore Recipes

EVEN THE DOG!!

I asked Veg to pick something out of the book for lunch.  He wanted Egg Nog French Toast:

Of course there is no Egg or Nog in this French Toast but it sure does have the flavor of it...  

As you can see from the photo above, he got his choice and enjoyed his lunch time treat.   The rest we were saving for his Dad.  Veg left the rest on the table (Mistake #1)

I went outside (Mistake #2) to stop Mr. WoodPecker from banging on my house, and found this hole:

Grrrrrrrr Mr. WoodPecker, why I..........  Oh never mind!

Back inside, I hear the Vegkid...  "MOoooooom, Spunky ate the French Toast"

Grrrrrr Mr. Spunky!!!

And Yes, yes he did.... As in every last piece.  Hubs didn't get to try the French Toast, but the dog sure liked it!

But he won't admit it!  

"Who ME?  I didn't do Nuthin"

Yeah, look me in the eye and say that Punk!

Can you see the guilt or is it just me?

 

I'm Not waking Up - The Dog Says

Me calling for the dog...

"Spunk, lets go, gotta get outside"

"Where are you???"

"Come here Spunk..."  Whistle, snap, clap...

No Dog!  Go looking for the dog to find this:

 

"I'm not waking up Mom, its too early"

I think we have all had mornings like this!

Spunk in the MIni

So the Dog is Lovin' the Mini...

 He couldn't decide which window to look out first! 

Went after the Peanut Butter Again...

Sure he looks innocent enough:

But this little goofball is getting braver in his old age... Not only did he try to steal the Peanut Butter Sandwich from Veg's Plate.. but he tried to do it WHILE we were sitting at the table...

Here we are, talking and enjoying each others company while making lunches for tomorrow... The dog walks up to the table, Jumps and almost snatches the sandwich in plain view.

Of course I caught him before finishing the act.. but he was so proud of himself for trying.. you should have seen that little face!

STINKER!

 

 

A walk at the Park

My Sweet boy is getting so old, but his new favorite thing is a walk in the park....

Actually, it is hard to tell who likes these walks more?  Me or Him.... With the harness and short lead (which double as a seat belt) he doesn't pull or tug, or choke or mark his territory.  It is GREAT!

Just a nice leisurely stroll... The Pup and I....

Sweet Dreams Alp...

Long Long ago, my brother brought home this Pup... My first Niece... Look at those Paws....

She lived quite a life... Running free, Mingling with the Moose, Porcupines, and many other wild life... Getting put in Doggy Jail (more then once), Playing so hard she broke her tail... Who does that??

Loving on her canine and human sisters... She out lived one of my Mutts, two of my Mom's Adopted Yappers, and our family Golden.

But now it is time for the Ol' Gal to get some rest!!!  Sweet Dreams Alp!!!

 

White Christmas

So I hear this was the first White Christmas in 30+ Years... We were all quite happy, in fact I just stared out the window and watched it coming down through the trees... Sooo pretty!!  Especially since we had no where to be...

The Dog was pretty happy too! I may need to get him boots if this weather keeps happening, his little toes were soooo red when he came in.

He's on the search for snow balls... he will track them, I tell ya!! 

It is his mission in life!  

Good Thing #10

I just LOVE this face.... especially when he buries himself in the sheets....

Moooomm.... can I have some privacy please, I'm trying to sleep....

Good Night....

Good Morning

Mom, Do I have to get up??? 

Veg Meets Animal Haven

Today was one that allowed me to be off work... It is Summer... Which means, A Veg and Mom Adventure  day! 

Wait a Minute... rewind............ Several years ago Veg read this book:

 
In the book, Benji's Dad takes him to an Animal Sanctuary to help him understand why they don't eat meat.....Ever since then he has asked to go to one.

OK Fast Forward ...to a couple weeks ago..  Veg and I were talking and he said "Mom, when can I go to an Animal Sanctuary like Benji? Can I go when your off work?"

<Benji???> 

"Yeah, the book"  Oooooohhhhhhhhhhhhhhh.....   then I began my research... The boy wants to go to an Animal Sanctuary, the boy shall go to one!! 

Not to mention he's been asking more questions lately about meat, and I thought this would be a good age to make an impression for his little noggin.

Sooo.. Fast Forward to this day!!  I found an Animal Sanctuary, and the wonderful people said we could come visit.   I surprised my Vegman with the news... and OFF we went!

To Beautiful Asheville North Carolina and Animal Haven... 

 

We spent A LOT of hours in the car... I mean A LOT!   As in single lane, sitting still for hours, A LOT..  But it was totally worth it!  We stopped Down Town, Had a great Vegan Meal, Purchased some re-usable non-plastic lunch gear, and Went to Animal Haven!  

At one point, Veg said... "Mom we are so crazy, to spend this much time in the car for an Adventure, but I'm sure glad we did".  I told him that we probably wouldn't make the trip again in a single day, but he said "Why?"  ha ha...

They had little barns/sheds all over the land, and each decorated as if they were home.  Most of the animals were sleeping due to the heat of the day, but they all looked so peaceful and calm. (As they should)  

All the Animals were rescued from horrid conditions, abuse, Neglect, even near death....  Some escaping factory farms, and Some just dumped on their property. 

Now they are able to roam in huge free spaces with their animal friends...  In and out of the barns/sheds.... The pigs have access to mud pits and clean sleeping quarters.  The goats can roam or sleep in the shade... The ducks and hens can do as they please... All with food and water and shaded spaces.. no chains or ropes or 2x2 cages...(or chopping blocks)

And this DOG!!  Oh my this dog...  She only has one eye, but she could catch a Frisbee... Or try to carry this ball... and try, and try and try.... for like an hour... it was the funniest thing I'd ever seen:

 

Veg was in love with the cats. There were a lot of cats in different spaces.  All cared for in wonderful condition.  Many different cat houses and structures and toys...

 

My favorites were the pigs... Eventually they woke up (but of course I didn't get a picture of that)... I'd never heard a pig snore.  I got such a kick out of being so close to some of them..

These guys/gals were sooo comfortable in there many sleeping spots and could care-a-less that we were in there with them.  Veg talked a lot while visiting the Piggies that he didn't understand how anyone could Eat them or be mean to them....  I think my mission of the Sanctuary Visit was accomplished in the first 5 minutes!  *smile*

 

 

I'm sorry, but HOW cute is this??.. I just wanted to snuggle up next to them and take a nap with these sleepy heads. 

We stood next to them and watched for a bit.  And then came back and watched some more.  Some of them were out in the pits, so I couldn't get their pictures.

The other Animals were just as amazing...  Couldn't get enough of this Cutie:

And you know, it wasn't like a petting zoo where they are begging for food and trying to eat your camera strings. There wasn't the sadness of a real zoo with animals on display behind glass...  There was a Peace... a Happiness....

Or maybe it was just the hot of the day....

They were happy and content, would maybe say Hi and walk away. 

Or just go under the shed with a Hen and Duck and go to sleep.  Or in a barn and find their favorite spot.  I mean there was no pushing, fighting, chewing on our stuff... It was an Amazing Experience.  There were a LOT of goats, and not a care in the world.

"Hey, you looking at me?  OK, Well be sure to get my good side"

 

And these guys, were Soooo Sweet.. They were rescued from a horrible situation.  But are resting in their own little space now.

When they feel like walking around, The door is open,  All this and more is waiting for them outside that fluffy Hay:

This little thing, had a whole lot to tell us... Walked right up and started talking.. and when the chat was over, it just walked away... We laughed and laughed!

If you ever find your self in Asheville North Carolina, be sure to check out Animal Haven.  Or just check out their website.  They do so much with their Outreach programs.  And all non-profit.  They take donations to help care for the animals, but also run a thrift store to help raise funds.

Thank you Animal Haven for making a little man's dream come true, teaching him a bit a long the way, and all you do for the animals.  

What a Wonderful Adventure..and Amazing Place!!!

Keeping the Dog Busy

Who knew that something so simple could make my dog so happy! 

Ya see, my dog has allergies and many fabrics and foods are included... so his toy pool is limited to Ice Cubes and real animal bones, which I prefer not to go with the animal bones.  

Once I found some plant based rope toys, but he had them torn to bits in two seconds.

Then we had the bottle idea... Put some food in recycled bottle, and off he goes...

He will roll this old bottle around for hours if needed to get the last chunk out.. 

NOTE*** If I don't take the bottle away when food is gone, he will EAT the bottle... so I never give this "toy", unless we are in the room with him...

In fact he is looking for his bottle right now... Time to go play!

Good Morning

Do you ever have those mornings when you don't want to get out of bed??

I could totally have one of those today!

The Dog is back to Normal

Thanks to everyone that was concerned about our Pup and his Poison eating Escapade....  It was touch and go yesterday as his body didn't seem to be working very well, but finally at 9:30ish, he did both #1 and #2...

We all cheered.... as that meant everything was working...  And from then on, he's been his Spunky Ol' self....

As for how he got in to the Trail Mix?  Well my sweet Lil'Veg left it where he shouldn't and the rest is history.

My Vegman felt HORRIBLE.... and was sooo upset... He immediately said prayers for Spunky to get well and yesterday morning he agreed to do extra work around the house to help pay part of the Emergency Bill.

By 1pm he counted 8 chores.  And said next week, he will beat that by doing 10.  I mentioned that he didn't have to plan 10 for next week, as the 8 he did this week were hard enough... And he said... with his little smart self:

"Mom, I set my goals in life extra high, to see if I can make them.  But if I can't, I know I tried my hardest, and will make it the next time.  If I don't make it to 10 next week, but make it to 9, that is still one more then this week, right?"

Ah... can learn so much from our kids when we take the time to listen!  *smile*

When Plans Change - Pet Crisis Style

What a wonderful day I had yesterday... Went to the Farmer's Market, off for a long walk, had a great lunch, planted some veggie items....  It was a great Day.

Took Veg to a Tiny Local store to pick out his own trail mix.. Its a special treat.. He fills his container up with all his favorite things.. Raw Macadamia Nuts, Dark Chocolate Chips, Coconut Chips, Peanuts, Dried Fruits, Raisins...

And then we went to rent a couple movies and to a park with friends... the kids played, and we all (except Hubby - don't ask) went out to dinner...  It was a Great Night!!!

Then we came home... Plan was, to get Veg in bed, and I would watch my movie on the couch before I climbed in to bed... BUT.. This is where the plans changed!

I heard a noise in the kitchen... Walked in to find my dog had devoured Veg's Entire Trail mix container.  he got the lid off, and ate every last single bit....

Well, in case you don't know this... the items above in pink, are HIGHLY toxic to dogs... Think of this as a public pet-service announcement.....  MACADAMIA NUTS, CHOCOLATE CHIPS, RAISINS AND GRAPES...THEY ARE TOXIC TO DOGS!!!!  And ---- any of these items in combination, let alone all three, are even more toxic to some dogs.

As in Kidney Failure, as in DEAD!

Sounds Dramatic, but very true... Because I knew that these were toxic and I knew the quantity and time he ate them, I immediately called the vet emergency... They told me I had to get him to throw up and then bring him in.  We had 2 hrs before it absorbed...

So we did what they said...  2 1/2 TBS of Hydrogen Peroxide in to his mouth... Yes really!!!  POOR DOG!!!

It took about 15 minutes, we stood out in the rain on a Vomit mission and finally.... I won't even tell you what came out of this poor dog.....

Then we got in the car and off to the Emergency room..... We still had about an hour left, and they forced Charcoal stuff down his mouth....then we waited and waited for a while... And then they filled the skin on his back up with IV Fluids... He looked like a camel with two big humps...  The fluids would absorb slowly and flush his kidneys while avoiding dehydration.

Around 11pm, I brought him home for a 48hr watch... I also had the wonderful job of cleaning up the vomited contents, so he doesn't get back in to it.  Avoiding spiders, slugs, and beetles by flash light, was quite the adventure.

The Vet requested I set my alarm for every hour, so that I could check on him.  She said if I went to sleep and found him in the morning, it would be too late!  ACK!

So you can imagine that I didn't sleep!!!  He made it threw the night very well, Vet is hopeful we caught everything in time... But we still have another day to be completely out of the woods....

And that is how a minor crisis can change nice evening plans..... 

Poor Puppy

I came home yesterday to find the Pup not looking so happy.  Then I realized he hadn't chowed on any of his food or touched his water... He was just being pouty...  So I asked him what was wrong....  If only he could speak??

He comes running over and sets his head on my lap... Which is when I noticed his ear...

 

It was poofed up like a little balloon or pillow... Never seeing such a thing, I assumed he got stung by a bee or bit by a spider...  Until I started searching the web for answers.

It seems my little luv bug has an Aural Hematoma.. Basically a broken blood vessel that fills his little ear flap with blood. According to the professionals found on the Web (and our Vet) the only answer is Surgery.  An excruciatingly painful recovery and a deformed looking ear.

All I know is that he now has a Stand up Floppy ear.  And a Puffy ear that doesn't flop!   But it just adds to everything else on him that is not proportioned correctly.  I can't say he is the best bread mutt, that's for sure! 

But he is my Mutt... And the sweetest dog that has ever made me keep him... I mean really... Could you say no to this face?? 

 

I don't want him in pain.. so I immediately started looking for other options...  Sea Salt water Soaks.... Arnica.... Aloe Juice.... and Witch Hazel.  All on the list for helpful remedies.... And all of which I happen to have in my house....

All of which I used last night and he immediately started feeling better.  Ate, Slept, cuddled, played...

So when I called the Vet this morning and she said "I've never seen them go away on their own and you will need to set up an appt. for surgery".... I immediately thought.....  "No Ma'am!!"

I wouldn't take surgery as a first option for any human in my house, I'm certainly not doing so for the canine in my house.... 

And so, we wait... And keep him comfortable.... If it doesn't go away on its own, I will go see that Vet.  But if I find another way......Then I will share it with the world... or the 10 people that now read this blog *smile*

Ultimate Foot Rest

 
PS, thats not a dirty toe, its a bruise...still not sure how all my foot was bruised, Doc Xrayed the whole thing and didn't find anything else broken.  I tried to crop out as much as I could in the picture.  Just had to show you my sweet pup as a foot rest... he's been extra cuddly this week...

PSS, I notice in this picture how his muzzle is turning too grey.. Sigh Sigh... He's not allowed to get old...

SNOW DOG 2010

My Pup loves the snow, always has.. 

He bounces, I mean doesn't walk, but really bounces until you open the door and let him out... And then he goes in search of snowballs.  If you throw them off the deck and they smash on the ground below, he will still look for it, as in ALL DAY trying to find the snow ball...

He'll dig in the snow and make piles for himself to eat... He'll eat it off your hand, He even ate Snowman #1 Off the table before I had a chance to get his picture.  Poor Snowman #1....

Snow is NOT safe with my Dog, No Sirree!!! 

So today, when we still had a little powder and a lot of ice, Veg gave the dog some snow...  His little face was so red from the cold, but he still wouldn't come in (talking about the dog, not Veg)

Umm, Excuse me, there are fingers in those mittens:

What??  Did I do something?

More Please:

 

Just a little more, Pllleeeeezzzeeeee! 

 

Who can resist this face?:

He Likes his snow!!

 

Oh but he is soooo Cute.. Snow face and All:

 

THE CHAIR IS NO LONGER MINE

There was a time, 2 houses ago, that I HAD to have a Papasan Chair.  Looking back, I have no idea why?

But at the time, I really really needed one... 

Once in this house, it has since sat in a corner of our basement virtually unused.   There is just no spot in this house that fits a Papasan Chair.

And yet, I don't get rid of it?  Why?  Because I like it... I do... there are times where I just want to curl up and read a book and it fits me perfectly.  The Vegman even used the cushion as a make shift floor mattress for a while and it fit him perfectly....

Problem being. I can't get rid of it now, even if I wanted to....... Some one, Some thing, has taken over the Papasan Chair.....

 

And it is no longer mine....

DOG OR REINDEER?

Its that time of year again... The time of every year that I try to get the Perfect Holiday photo... This one is certainly NOT it!  And I didn't have much luck today at ALL in this department...

But how cute is this Pup?? 

He's such a good sport!  :-)

EVEN THE DOG LIKES MR. VITA-MIX

The Spunk-meister has figured out, that when I get ready to pull out Mr. Vita-Mix,  a Banana can't be far behind... And where there is a banana, there is a Spunk... HE Loves bites of Banana...

And he waits for it...

 

And waits.....

 

He was right... There was banana... and he got his bite...

Much more stuff was added too.. See...

 

At this Point, Spunk-meister is no longer interested... He goes along his merry way...  Until Veg stops him and decides this is a perfect time to brush the dog's teeth.....  Get those bananas...

I how ever must enjoy this organic raw goodness...  I MUST....

Blend Mr. Vita-Mix... Blend Away...

 

A little more please....

 

Ah, that's better.... 

And, here is some Green Juice... Yummy Ummy cold Green Juice!! 

Thank you Mr. Vita-mix

A WALK, DOG, AND RECYCLE BIN

Today was such a variety one....See here:

• Wake up in the morning, make Green smoothies - head to soccer
• Home for a pit stop and take care of Dog
• Off to our Fav. Veggie eating place (now a Saturday Tradition)
• Then to our Fav. Coffee place (also a Saturday Tradition)
• That is when a dog found us... a sad sweet dog looking for his family with no collar tag.
• Dog followed us for a walk to the park, sniffing for his family the whole time... he'd befriend different people and other animals and eventually left us....he'd continue on his way..
• Veg wanted to keep dog and was very angry that we didn't
• But following dog and Veg who began following dog led us to a Recycling event at the end of the park..
• We didn't know about recycling event.. Dog found friends there, and we hoped he would be OK
• We found a free Recycle Bin and Free posters which was pretty thrilling
• Recycled Crafts were there too, and lots of them.. Some pretty nifty things...
• Walk all the way back to car with Recycle Bin and posters and sad Veg (who had to leave the dog)
• Then off to the New Pet Supply Store by our house.. He loves to watch the critters inside and we thought it would cheer him up...
• Little did we know they were having an Animal Rescue event that day... Oh yes... Cats, Dogs... LOTS OF THEM... Veg now didn't want to leave... he wanted to take them ALL home!  Especially a creepy little looking white cat.
• And so we promised the Leaf Jumping Pile when we got home.. This would cheer him up (again)
• Hubby joined in the fun... Leaves, Leaves and more leaves
• Then I spent several hours on line trying to figure out new insurance choices...whether or not to Refi the house and updating this blog....
• We had some good dinner, tried New things
• Played some board games
• And called it a night

So you see... Random, Variety... Fun, Enjoyable.....yet sad regarding dogs with Chelsea fresh in Veg's mind.  But Good food, and nice company (and some grumpies), Beautiful Day, yet parts were freezing...

A little of this and a little of that!  Variety at its finest...

Speaking of which, my new favorite Tortilla:

 

With Vegan Pizza Fixin's:

Oh My YUM!!!

Hubby stole one.. Really, he did... Took it, and ate every last bit... So I made another, which Veg claimed as his own... So I made another....and another.. You get the idea... Everyone liked their little pizzas.

11 YEARS AGO

Over 11 Years Ago we moved out of Apartment life and in to our first home owning house...A dog found me while I was visiting the local pound and she became mine in an instant...

After all, who could resist this freckle face nose:

 

I didn't have any of these bundles over 11 years ago:

And would have NEVER thought this was possible back then:

 

Blogs were not heard of, I didn't have a computer, and still had to buy film if I wanted to take pictures.

The thought of carrying an Ipod would have been laughed at, as we didn't even have a CD player then.  Cassette Tapes and the Radio... And a Gigantic Walkman... were the options in our house... We were broke, to say it nicely. 

9/11 hadn't happened then, Flying on an Airplane was fun and you mostly got to your destination on time.  Our Jobs were very different, Gas was much cheaper, I was driving a Ford Aspire... HA... now that's funny!

If you told me 11 years ago that I would be a Mom, let alone a Soccer Mom, I would have laughed at you in a big way.

I didn't have any nieces then or a sister-n-law for that matter.  My Bestest Michigan Friend wasn't even married yet (let alone with 2 kids)..

A LOT can happen in 11 years, I tell ya!!

Do you ever wonder what will be different in the future?  What new things we'll have 11 years from now?

All I know, is that We may only have one Canine Baby now... but something tells me, the next 11 years will be just as great..... 

What were you doing 11 Years Ago?
 

FROM THE MOUTHS OF BABES

While I did find more laughter today, I still was a little weepy at times... You know, leave it to my Pup to decide its time to go during PMS...  The nerve?

But My Vegman is NO help in this matter.  His sweet nature of yesterday was quickly passed by his new game of today called... "Lets see how many times I can make Mom cry"

"Mom, Chelsea died yesterday right?

<Right>

"So she's Dead right?"

<Yes she is>

"And your last memory of her was watching her die, right?"

<Yes it was>

"So you saw her head fall to the ground?"

<Yes I did>

"Mom, why are you crying?"

Hmmmmm... I dunno?  Let me think about that.... Stinker!

FINDING LAUGHTER

I know there are steps to the grieving process, but mostly I'm not like most people... I have grieved today about saying goodbye to the dog I've had barking at me for 11 years.... I cried more then I thought I would and I shall go to sleep early to rest my eyes.

By tomorrow, I will be trying to find laughter... That is what I do..... And I'll have moved past the experience at the Vet.   Obviously I'll still miss my Old Gal tomorrow, but my emotions will be in check.  This was good for her, and what she needed.  So I should be celebrating and not crying.  I should be happy that she is no longer hurting.  And celebrate that.  I should be laughing again...

And tomorrow, I will be... After I rest my eyes...  But for tonight.. I must snicker just a tad at my Vegman...

He said he would marry me tonight if he didn't love me so much....  Awwwww....

And then he asked why we couldn't bring Chelsea home... he said, we'd set her up a section near the recycles, and could pet her when ever we wanted....

In Mommy Words, I explained that her fur wouldn't be the same and petting her wouldn't be good after she has passed. 

Then Daddy Chimes in....  "She'll decompose and we'd have maggots in the house"

Ooh, Thanks Hubby for the Visual...  How did we go from Marrying me to Maggots... I dunno, but it turned fast!

"Mom, What does decompose mean?"

Ah, who has time to grieve when you are explaining things like Decomposing dog bodies.  Because if you know my kid, you know that the questions don't stop... 

"Well how long does that take?" 

"What happens to the blood?"

"How do the maggots get in there"   Hubby, I'll let you take it from here!  Thank you very much!

But to say my Vegman took this well is an understatement.  He gave me lots of hugs and lots of smiles, even got some belly laughs.  He didn't even need the day of tears.  He went straight to laughter....

Sure am lucky to have that little guy.... Now, on with my sleep... I have to rest my eyes after all.