Wednesday, September 1, 2010

Still Sicky-Poo

My baby boy is still a sick puppy. We called the vet after seeing no improvements on Monday. He recommended trying 5 days of antibiotics 2x a day and since he has a 104 fever, bute once a day until it comes back down. Granite is a snot factory and you can see in his eyes that he feels like shit. He can't come in the barn because the vet is afraid he may infect others. So there went our plan to keep him out of the heat and in front of a fan. He has had 5 doses of antibiotics so far and itsnt looking any better (or worse, fortunately). I don't want to wait for the whole five to get an alternate treatment plan. Becky is heading out of Town for labor day and my boy is miserable. If he isn't showing considerable improvement by tomorrow morning, I'm going to ask the vet to come out and re-evaluate the situation. I'm worried about my man and hate to see him not feeling well, so the sooner I can do SOMETHING for him, the better.

In other news, I had my second round interview last night. I think it went well. I believe that I had decent answers for the 6 questions that were asked of me from the 7 elected officials. I also think I did an adequate job of engaging them with the 3 questions that I asked them. The interview only lasted 30 minutes and they didn't tell me what kind of time frame I could expect as far as a decision goes. Originally, I was told that an offer would be extended during the 1st week of September (you'd consider that next week--right?). Mine would be a conditional offer (if I were the preferred candidate) because they have not yet spoken with my Town Mayor or immediate boss. I like to think both of them wouldn't have anything to say that would cause a retraction of the offer.

I hate the waiting and the not knowing which way my life is headed. I don't really have a plan B except to continue with the being broke and working two jobs and applying for new things. I also don't want to look at signing a new lease because I was hoping for a change of geography in addition to an employment change. But thats another can of worms...

So this week, I work 3 doubles, waiiiiit to hear something, worry about my horse and probably have the vet out. Then this weekend is to include lots of time with my rock, TK. We are going to the zoo, to a cookout and to see Secretariat. I hope to be able to catch up on some cleaning, some running and some visiting with my sick pony as well. Oh life.... I know its going to get better and I am so fortunate to have Eva and D and TK and my other close friends here to support me in the craziness-- but its still hard to make it through the days sometimes.

12 comments:

  1. Hope your boy feels much better soon, and that the job offer comes through!

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  2. Thanks Kate. Me too! I just got a message from the BO that he is looking better today-- so thats great news.

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  3. Ohhh, I am sorry. It sounds like your rollercoaster life is just on a down swing...it'll got back up again in no time. I'm so sorry to hear about Granite not feeling well. I know how helpless it feels when someone you love is sick and there's nothing you can really do to help them.

    Good luck on the interview - I really hope you get that position! Keep your chin up, Rachel, things will get better before you know it!!

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  4. Aw, I know that feeling. So awful to see your horse not feeling well. Makes the usual life stress even more difficult to handle. Keep your chin up. I'm keeping my fingers crossed on the job front for you!

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  5. Awww poor Granite. Sounds like he caught a nasty bug. Hope he feels better soon! (and keeping my fingers crossed for your job!)

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  6. Hopefully the meds kick in soon and Granite starts to feel better. It sucks when our horses are feeling poorly.

    Fingers crossed you hear good news about the job!

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  7. Wow, sounds like we had the same type of day! Here's to hoping you feel better :) I'll spare you the details because I plan on blogging about it, but lets just say I feel a bit stuck too :(

    Good luck with Granite, sometimes green snot takes a lot of the right kind of antibiotics. He may just need a different one to get things under control. Here's to hoping the vet bills go smoothly for you and I.

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  8. I'm sorry Granite is sick. I hope he is well soon.

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  9. Boy, you are emotionally spent, I am sure! It will get better. I have a good feeling about this job you are going for. Nothing is worse than seeing one of your four-legged companions not feeling well. Get better, Granite!

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  10. I hope Mr. Granite gets better soon. Good luck with the job stuff also. I know where you are at!

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  11. Lot of Jingles and Prayers from Panache and I! I totally understand the frustrations of a sick/injured horse. I get very depressed when my critter is not doing well and I can't ride, so hubby practically kicked me out the door to go find some horses to ride. It's really helped me keep my sanity while Panache is rehabbing.

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  12. Jeez..things all happen at once sometimes, dont they. Poor Granite..and poor you, it's SO hard seeing your baby sick and not being able to do anything other than push and ask questions. I hope he shows signs of quick recovery SOON!
    And..I hope that job comes thru so you can feel better about vet bills, etc!

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