Mystery Allie and Other Things

Howdy Y'all!

Well, we went to the vet specialist today in JAX and he said and I quote: "the cause of the inflammation and enlarged lymph nodes is unknown at this time.  She may have developed a bacterial infection of the lymph node or surrounding tissue.  A foreign body could also be the cause.  I recommend treating Allie with a combination of antibiotics and steroids for the next 3 weeks.  If there is not a response OR if the swelling recurs after resolving, then I recommend a CT scan and further biopsy of the area." So, again thanks to everyone for your concerns.  She seems ever so much better today!  We are very pleased. This consult could have gone in a completely different way. 

Two Peas in a Pod are doing well, thank you . .I got my eyes examined and I have 20-20 vision (isn't that just a great thing to hear?) but astigmatism is an issue.  New glasses should be arriving soon.

We are now re-planning  our trip to St. Pete and the Dali Museum plus the Chihuly Exhibit and maybe take a boat ride to see the dolphins.  ChihulyArt

One of 700 dogs at Best Friends

We have finalized some parts of our Las Vegas/Utah trip for April 24-30 and I am very excited about seeing the animals again at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary.  Twenty-two of the Michael Vick Dogs were sent here and only a few remain.  Who says you cannot rehabilitate abused dogs?   Read about Best Friends

350,000 Bele Chere folks coming to town in July

CFA has a few new things hopping too.  We're considering helping the city sell their city tee-shirts, etc. and other merchandise at Bele Chere to generate donations for us . . stay tuned.  Plus Asheville Affiliates called me today to let us know CFA made it through to their semi -finals.  They only pick 4 local charities out of about 35 who submit and he told me 1/2 are now rejected so Tiffany is going to be interviewed next week by these people.  We'll know soon enough. 

Aunt Jean is well ensconced in Madison and we miss her!  She has made plans to come back to Flalger next  year so we are delighted about that.  We had a geat time with her!

Well, it has been a very busy day (plus got my hair done) so I'll close for now.  Hope all of you are Happy!  Allie certainly is and so are her guardians. 

Peggy