little H

I didn't know a couple weeks ago when this special ring was ordered for me (thank you Mom for the gift and Raychel from Fruition Jewelry for your beautiful work) that it would arrive on the very day I had cried so many tears for my Hermie.

He is going to be okay, it is looking very good for him. As I write this he is in surgery. I have worried myself sick...taking photographs and blogging is a good distraction from earlier today, especially since he is in the very best hands and hopefully going to be feeling much better.

Hermie woke up early this morning in a significant amount of pain, as the morning progressed and after going to the emergency room at 4 am then to his regular doctor at 9 am, he started to decline and show neurological damage. This is very common in dogs with long backs...they have very long spines and have a lot of discs that can become herniated.

We feel very fortunate for the wonderful doctor who cares for him on a regular basis and his doctor doing the surgery today. It is frightening to make decisions on what is best for him and each one of them has been so kind, comforting and supportive.

Today also would've been my Gramma's 87th birthday. I think that's a good sign, her spirit is looking out for Mr. Hermie Monster.

poof

A little gem I overheard while Rachael Ray was on the other day. Hmmm, chocolate milk and berries and green tea!! I googled it later to find it really was only three ingredients and has the potential to ward off wrinkles...so I made it, for two days now.

Dr. Oz calls it the Wrinkle Fighting Smoothie, I think Baby Face Smoothie is much cuter.

1 cup low fat chocolate milk (I used light Soy chocolate milk.)
1/4 cup unsweetened green tea (brewed 4 cups and have in the fridge for future smoothies)
1 1/2 cup frozen mixed berries (I went with the big antioxidant guys...all blueberries!)

Blend and enjoy.

It is really delicious, whether it has the chance to do any good this late in the game I don't know, but it's a wonderful way to start the day or for an afternoon break.

Thank you for all the support and kind words for Mr. Hermie. He is sleeping as I write this and seems to be healing up very well so far! 


5.22 to 5.23

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lately

I've been spending my time snuggled to Hermie or wishing I was snuggled next to him when I'm not.

Poor little guy's back is hurting so he's on some meds and bed rest for awhile with sunshine breaks in the afternoon.

5.17 to 5.21
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been missing you...

                                                                    farmers market bounty                                                                  evening Hermie walks

Looks like summer is truly right around the corner. Can't wait!

5.15 to 5.16

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hey!

 

 

                                            new jewelry for the show...hanging earrings and wrap around bracelets
                                                                         my little helper and nuggle breaker

Leading up to Unique LA was so very busy in the very best way. New prints have been added to the shop already...fresh cards and jewelry items coming this week. It was absolutely wonderful to meet so many new people and see many who have purchased from me before. My family was such a big help, I really couldn't have and wouldn't want to do it without them.

Unique is coming to San Francisco and New York, too! The focus is designers and artists who are local and make their products in America. It is truly unique and the largest independent design show in the country. On top of the shopping you meet the artists, there are DIY crafts and amazing food. 

Today I caught up on sleep.

Then late in the evening I discovered a critter dug up a few of our precious tulip bulbs that were still in the ground growing big and fat for next year. This made me so sad. Hopefully we can salvage the rest and some of our family will have extras they can pass on to us next year.

*The beautiful mug at the top of the post is by Klai Brown. She is an absolutely lovely person and it was a treat to meet her and take home one of her creations. 

*See more of Unique LA on Elizabeth of Please Note's blog. 

5.5 to 5.14