At the lake when he was a puppy
My sweet puppy, after the episodes on Sunday
Giving me kisses in the poolSo apparently it wasn't a one time fluke because last night around 11:00 pm he had 2 more cluster seizures. We had just walked upstairs to get in bed, and I was brushing my teeth and he walked in the bathroom and I could tell it was fixing to start again. I called Josh and Luke upstairs and we tried to give him the Valium enema, which most of it fell out. They were pretty mild, but it makes me so sad to see him like that and know I can't do anything about it, and he can't tell me what's wrong. I know if you aren't a pet person you might not understand my attachment to my dog, but he has been 1 of my main sources of joy since we got him and especially in the last 2.5 years going through all the infertility stuff. So if you have room on your prayer list please put him/me on it. The vet says there is not much to do, you can medicate with phenobarbital but there are lots of side effects to that and you don't want to do that unless he is having them very frequently. So for now we are just keeping a notebook of when they happen and how long they are. Just wanted to give yall an update.
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Sorry Maddux is having such a hard time. I hate that there's not much they can do for him. You guys are in my thoughts and prayers. love you!
I am sorry about Maddux. It is hard to watch an animal go through something that there is nothing you can do to help. Just wanted you to know I'm thinking about you.
Sorry about Maddux! Watching your "kids" go through things when you can't do anything is so hard! Hope he doesn't have any more.
He's already there along with you and Josh. I love you. MOM
I am sorry for all your heartache. I know that it hurts to see Maddux sick. I love you and you are in my prayers all the time.
Summer, I agree with you about a pet and unless you've had a furry family member you just don't get it. We used to celebrate Dixie's birthday, she got Christmas presents and slept on our bed. When she was killed by a mail carrier, we all mourned. Dr. Thornill had to put her down because of her awful/not operable back & spinal cord injury. It was an awful several weeks of our family literally mourning over her death. Personally, I thought the food groups from church should have brought in food. Another animal lover was Christine McLeod's dad, Mr. McFerrin. To honor him, when he died, Christine had Ralph Hamm bring "Sister" his dog to his funeral and she sat in the aisle of the first rows where the family was sitting. Take care of yourselves and hug Maddox for me.
Okay, so I thought I was having a bad day, Autumn is sick, work is hectic and things just don't seem to be going my way, but I am blessed with the things I have. I think it is always important when we are facing tough times to remember those around us. Summer - you are an inspiration, not only for handling all your affairs with grace but conquering athletic obstacles and much much more. One example, I never thought you would conquer you hatred for running, being the girl that hated to run after work in college, but you have. I know in my heart or hearts you will also rise above and meet the challenges and obstacles God puts in front of you. Maddux will recouperate before you know it. I will be thinking about you guys. Love, Hil
I hope this makes sense, I am somewhat sleep deprived and a little teary eyed after reading Bev's comment.
I finally tried making a blog - Wish me luck.I plan on having it up and running within the next century.
oh no! I was not expecting to read that! I am sooo sorry for Maddux & you guys. I definitely understand how hard it is to watch a furry family member suffer. You wish you could just grab them by the snout and say "Tell me whats wrong with you! How can I help?". Just know that you guys are in my prayers always. Tell Maddux that Chulo said "whats up?" (with the head nod). love you!!
Summer, sorry to hear that Maddux had another episode. We are praying that he will not have them very often. The boys and Sydney Katya LOVE him so much. They will be praying too. We love you Maddux!!
oh no! summer i could see your connection with maddux all weekend and i am definitely praying for protection for him during his seizures but that i would rather there wouldn't be anymore. i am also praying for you, it just seems some people have to carry more burdens than others. but i guess that is just because you are so strong. i am praying for the things weighing on your heart! much love...micah still needs to hang out with maddux too!
So sorry about Maddux. I was so hoping he wouldn't have another one. Hope that will be his last one. Summer you are an inspiration and I LOVE YOU and JOSH and MADDUX. ma
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