February 27, 2010

I had made an appointment for Sampson at the VCA Animal Hospital to get his shots updated so we can board him while we are in Mexico. He was very excited when we pulled into the parking lot (I wasn't sure if he was going to be excited or scared). We were greeted with a nice welcome on the dry erase board in the entry. Same sniffed around while we waited.

The Doctor came in and mentioned that while he had never met us before, he remembered Sampson from when he first arrived at the hospital on the night of the accident. He was amazed to see how well he has recovered. The Doc gave him a quick check up on his teeth, paws, pads, muscles, eyes, ears, stomach, legs, and Sam was given a clean bill of health. After two quick shots, we left with a happy puppy.

February 25, 2010

"Radioactive Iodine & One Sad Puppy"

At noon today, Andy took his pill to begin the radioactive iodine treatment for his overactive thyroid. This means that I must stay 6 feet away from him for the next 48 hours, and that also means no snuggling with Sam. Sam is very upset about this. He's not getting much snuggling from me either, as I'm battling a horrible cold and don't want to sneeze and cough all over our little buddy. Just a few more days and I'm sure we'll make it up to him.

February 22, 2010

This weekend was Kjer's Bachelorette Party and we celebrated in style! A bunch of her family and friends enjoyed cocktails at her house and then loaded into a 12 person limo for a night out on the town. It was loads of fun to celebrate her and her last night of freedom! I cannot wait for her wedding in Playa del Carmen! Only 3 more weeks.

February 15, 2010

Today, after visiting his doctor and having an ultrasound on his leg, Andy was told that there was no longer a blood clot in his leg, and that he no longer has to take blood thinners. Fabulous news! One thing down. Now we're working on the thyroid issue- hoping for Andy to gain some weight and feel better.

Sampson is doing very well. I caught him sunbathing on the concrete today in our lovely 70 degree afternoon sun, and just witnessed a stand-off with a mean cat walking along the fence.

So far, 2010 is looking up. xoxo

February 10, 2010

"It's a Good Day"

On our way across the Bay Bridge, on our way home from San Francisco, Andy told me his dad used to say, "saw a 356 today, it's a good day!" as in a Porsche 356 - one of Bob's favorite cars (a few of which he owned). It was only fitting that we were able to snap a pic of this car on our way home from our visit at UCSF, because it really was a good day.

It started late in the wee hours of the night, when Bob was finally released after over 12 hours of surgery, with his new heart and kidney in place and working well. Bob's crew, which consisted of family and friends, finally retired to their homes to get some sleep, after having lounged in the beautiful UCSF 10th floor solarium until after the surgery was complete around 4am.

This morning, Andy and I dropped off Sampson with Abe & Kjer, and hit the road to meet up with Leslie, Chris, and Cherie. We then drove in to the city, and made our way up to the infamous 10th floor, to meet up with Bob's brother Gary, who had been by his side since the morning. We were able to go in and say hello to Bob, who was still sedated, but able to communicate with us by nodding his head. It was great to let him know that we were there.

We are still wrapping our minds around the fact that this transplant, which we have been talking about/hoping for/waiting on for years, has finally happened. We are excited and anxious about his recovery, but feel thankful that this day has come. It REALLY was a good day.

February 9, 2010

Taking even more time, to send all of our love over to Andy's dad, who is currently in surgery for a kidney and heart transplant. It's GO time! At 11 o'clock this morning, Bob was told that the organs were available. Andy had some time to talk with him after he received the news. The surgery will take 10-12 hours, but we plan on visiting him as soon as possible. We're ready for a fantastic recovery.

Sending Bob & Cherie all of our love. From your kids in Sacramento- Andy, Linsey & Sampson

February 4, 2010

Taking a moment to send all of our love/positive thoughts/good vibes over to Andy's dad - www.txtrib.blogspot.com

He has been at UCSF for the past 2 weeks at status 1A (top priority) for a heart and kidney transplant. He has now been "approved" for another 6 more weeks. He is where he needs to be, and we're all hoping that this transplant will happen soon, and he will move on toward a great recovery.

XOXOXOXOxoXO<--- big hug