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debodun said:
I did find something interesting I had forgotten all about when I dusted the knickknack table - a beanbag style ashtray with a Scottish terrier motif. That is NOT going out for the yard sale.

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That has to be the nicest one I have seen.

The glass tray is rare, or at least this is the first time I've ever seen a glass beanbag ashtray. The ones I remember from the past always had a plaid beanbag and tin or thin metal tray.
 
On and off thunder storms coming through today with an inch of rain so far. It was a good day to check for leaks in the roof by looking in the attic. What pain. I have to get a step ladder and contort myself to get to the trap door in the closet. Saw no drips thankfully. Did the same for the attached garage.
 
With humid 90° weather again today, I packed up the camera stuff and took the Miata west to one of the few rail junctions where there's a decent chance to photograph trains moving. Fortunately, two CSX freights went through and one NECR engine cam back to yard. After that, the rail line was shut down so crews could swap out a worn rail. When all the other train-watchers left, I got out the drone and had my first try at aerial photography in the field. Not being a "top gun" drone pilot yet, I picked out a target train that wouldn't tax my flying skills. Picture is below.

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The white car to the right of the old Porter steamer was working on the old engine doing things that made no sense. After taking six photos, I melted in a pile of sweat and went home to lovely, beautiful, wonderful AC.

Edit Note: I have to push myself to overcome the discomfort of carrying and using the drone. Repairing cameras and drones can be expensive. which is why I got one that's not supposed to run into things or crash (i.e., autonomous)

Edit Note: Am now thinking the drone should be an excellent tool for capturing aerial pictures of autumn colors.
 
Gotta say goodbye to Paxton (aka "Collin") today. His mom will be here to pick him up in a couple hours.
He "graduated" from pre-pre-school last week and has the summer off until he starts pre-school (freaking nuts, but whatever), so he'll be free to spend lots of time with Uncle Frank (we hope).

Meanwhile, the twins, his younger siblings, don't have summer break from pre-pre-school, so it's good he'll get a break from them for a couple months.
 
I came home from the Public Library after 50 minutes of ecstasy! Opened yesterday for the first time in a year & a half! Everything's new & smells good!

Must wear a mask, no seating, can only stay one hour, can only go to one floor. Be still my foolish heart.

Now I can read real books again & stave off my dementia! Just kidding I hope! Also, I can read outside again, I love to read outside! Couldn't see with my Kindle.
 
JonDouglas said:
With humid 90° weather again today, I packed up the camera stuff and took the Miata west to one of the few rail junctions where there's a decent chance to photograph trains moving. Fortunately, two CSX freights went through and one NECR engine cam back to yard. After that, the rail line was shut down so crews could swap out a worn rail. When all the other train-watchers left, I got out the drone and had my first try at aerial photography in the field. Not being a "top gun" drone pilot yet, I picked out a target train that wouldn't tax my flying skills. Picture is below.

jun8_2021_palmer_porter1.jpg


The white car to the right of the old Porter steamer was working on the old engine doing things that made no sense. After taking six photos, I melted in a pile of sweat and went home to lovely, beautiful, wonderful AC.

Edit Note: I have to push myself to overcome the discomfort of carrying and using the drone. Repairing cameras and drones can be expensive. which is why I got one that's not supposed to run into things or crash (i.e., autonomous)

Edit Note: Am now thinking the drone should be an excellent tool for capturing aerial pictures of autumn colors.
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Nice picture Jon. Looks perfect to me.
 
StarSong said:
A photo of the veterinarian working on him. 19 needles all together. He was surprisingly good.

She kept him distracted with treats and a jar of frozen baby food. Whoda thunk of frozen baby food? Great trick, right?

Will see how he's feeling over the next few days. Our next appointment is in two weeks.


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oooh bless his little paws....we went through all this 2 years ago with our Biggest doodle... so stoical...I wish your little fella all the best in this world...
 
StarSong said:
A photo of the veterinarian working on him. 19 needles all together. He was surprisingly good.

She kept him distracted with treats and a jar of frozen baby food. Whoda thunk of frozen baby food? Great trick, right?

Will see how he's feeling over the next few days. Our next appointment is in two weeks.


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My wife told me to mention that she has had great luck treating our 14 pound Bichon with acupuncture for IBD along with diet and Chinese herbs.
She has this treatment every six weeks.
Good Luck
 
Thank you @Pecos and @hollydolly. He was very good today. He's a 12 lb. maltipoo, roughly 14 years old. This is what he's got:
"Intervertebral disc disease (IVDD) in dogs is a condition where the cushioning discs between the vertebrae (bones) of the spinal column either bulge or burst into the spinal cord space. This is commonly called a herniated disc or slipped disc.

These discs then press on the nerves running through the spinal cord, causing pain, nerve damage, and even paralysis."

In addition to the vet's treatment, DH & I are going to use slight heat (warmed towels) and massage for his therapy and comfort. He doesn't appear to be in pain - doesn't cry out - but his back is bulging up and his back legs aren't strong.

We're keeping a good thought that these steps will prolong his life and preserve his quality of life. I'll keep you posted.
 
Everything regarding this pandemic has quieted down nicely in our area, so we went to the casino this afternoon. Masks have been mandatory there, but they are now optional, and virtually no one was wearing one, and all the slot machines were back in use. It was almost like old times. At various times I was up or down a couple hundred, but found a slot I'd never played before and it paid off nicely. I got back home with $400 more than I left with, and the wife won almost a hundred. In addition we had a nice Supper for free. It was a fun day, and a welcome change from all this stay home and socially distant stuff.
 
Murrmurr said:
Gotta say goodbye to Paxton (aka "Collin") today. His mom will be here to pick him up in a couple hours.
He "graduated" from pre-pre-school last week and has the summer off until he starts pre-school (freaking nuts, but whatever), so he'll be free to spend lots of time with Uncle Frank (we hope).

Meanwhile, the twins, his younger siblings, don't have summer break from pre-pre-school, so it's good he'll get a break from them for a couple months.
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How is Paxton's mom dealing with him and his younger siblings? As someone had a single child then twins a bit over two years later, and was in good, intact marriage with supportive family and no addiction or CPS issues, I worry for this family. Twins plus a single are challenging on a good day.

His mom may not be telling you that your help is invaluable, but I know from experience (mom and in-laws) what a blessing you are.
The time you spend with Paxton is a gift to you, to him, his mother and his siblings.
 

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