It’s 9:30 in the morning and I sit here, barely awake. I had to drive to Connecticut to pick Don up yesterday and we both thought the best way to handle all the hours away from Riley would be to make the trip in the late evening and early morning hours when he’s asleep. So, still sleep deprived, I headed out around 8:30, arrived at 11:30 and with a quick stop for something to eat, we arrived home at close to 3 am. I slept for about an hour on the way home, but the cumulative effect of my lack of sleep has really knocked me for a loop.
Riley’s exhausted today – he had a restless night. Yesterday, in the middle of the afternoon, he got up by himself. I couldn’t believe my eyes. He walked around a lot and even tried eating his dinner in a standing position. He can’t maintain that for very long, but bless his heart, he gave it a try.
Oh, for some sleep.
We’re home safe and sound and the dogs are sleeping and it’s supposed to be 96 degrees today.
Happy Saturday.
Mereknits says
I feel your sleep deprived pain. The day I drove back from N.C. I did not get to sleep until 3:30 in the morning due to the driving and caffeine I consumed to keep me awake on the drive. I was wiped out yesterday but feel better today. Love you,
Mere
Diane Cayton-Hakey says
Sending warm thoughts to your Riley. :-(
Suzan says
Dear Claudia and Don, I am so sorry for the agony you are feeling right now! This is such a difficult time. We always know in our heart that when we get a beloved pet we will out live him but it is so hard to think about. Each day we have a pet we fall more in love and when they are sick or missing our life becomes so sad.
Please know that all of us here at Ladybug Cottage are keeping you in our prayers.
Suzan Ladybug Cottage
Linda @ A La Carte says
Claudia I hope you can get some rest today. I know you need the strength to deal with all that is going on. Sending a big hug, Linda
Kris says
Get some good sleep today Claudia. You and Riley both!!
Hugs,
Kris
Kim@Snug Harbor says
Oh Claudia, my heart just breaks for you over this. We are going thru the same thing with one of our dogs. One day she’s really bad and then the next she is walking around. I am on an emotion roller coaster with her because I hope against hope that she will be “alright.” I want to cry. Hugs.
Susie says
Claudia, Take yourself some naps. Can’t do much else when it’s miserable hot. Maybe Don will make dinner today. Thinking of you, Susie
Zuzu says
Hope you can catch some rest, Claudia. Sending hugs for Riley.
Deb says
Sweet dreams tonight.
Hartwood Roses says
Claudia, sweetheart, you need a big hug … ((( H.U.G )))
There. Hope that helped.
andy says
I hope you get some rest !!! Have a great rest of the weekend
Debby says
You are such good doggie parents. I hope that is a sign that Riley may be gaining strength. It is so hard to have aging parents and agine puppies.
Did you know that your blog disappeared a little while today. Glad it is back up and running.
I can’t go without sleep either. I hope you can rest up. Is your cottage air conditioned.
I hope things went well for your hubby.
((((((HUGS)))))
Donna says
Wow, that’s a long round trip drive, isn’t it! Hopefully you and Don can take turns getting some rest this weekend. Sweet, sweet, Riley. What a good boy.
I thought of you and Don yesterday. P.S. I Love You was on last night and of course I had to watch it while doing Etsy listings! haha
Your patio looks lovely. I can’t get over the huge burst of color from the impatiens! Amazing. Have a beautiful Sunday, Claudia… Donna
Lucille says
Your patio looks so cozy. I love your chairs. They seem very comfortable. Keeping you in my prayers. Try to take cat naps now and then. It’s a good thing you have the comfort of air conditioning. Although, there’s nothing like a nice breeze when it’s available! Here in Ottawa, it was more bearable today. Yesterday was not good for doing anything which is what I did. Nothing! But today, I got a lot of work done around the house. I used Casey’s method of “consciousness”. My goodness, Claudia, I can’t remember what it’s called now. But, you know what I mean. Anyways, the method served me well. I got a lot done. Take care!
Lucille says
Claudia, it’s the “stream of consciousness” method. I just had to come back and clarify it.
Julie says
Prayers and positive thoughts to your family. I’m glad Don is home and you don’t have to face this time alone. Love J
Elaine @ Sunny Simple Life says
Oh you poor thing. I hope rest and cooler temps are in the near future for you all.
Annie @ knitsofacto says
That heat must be quite miserable for you all. Exhausting, especially if you were tired already. It’s 22C/72F here just now and I’m already uncomfortably warm. I hope it gets cooler there soon.
He’s a tough old boy that Riley, bless his paws. Give him a healing hug from me and the whippety boys send gentle woofs x
missy max says
Hugs to you and Riley..Hope you soon “catch up”.
ImSoVintage says
Good for Riley. I hope your poor sleep deprived body is getting some rest.
Hugs,
Laura