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August 5, 2010 at 10:55 am by Claudia


My friends, our sweet Riley is having some problems right now. We have given him some medication and are waiting to see if it helps him. If it doesn’t, we will have to take him to the doctor. He has always had health challenges and they seem to be getting worse. Today he couldn’t get up from the floor.

My Mother is also ailing and I will be going down to Florida to see her next Wednesday. I am trying to stay positive about things, but it is next to impossible at the moment. Whatever your beliefs, could you send your thoughts, prayers, healing energy and love to my Mom and Riley? They need them. I need them.

Thank you.

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  1. GardenofDaisies says

    August 5, 2010 at 11:16 am

    Sorry to hear that Riley and your Mom have both been having some health issues. You are going through some of the same things I went through this past year. Sending you hugs as you take care of all the loves in your life.

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  2. Crystal Rose Cottage says

    August 5, 2010 at 11:17 am

    Absolutely…you have my positive thoughts and prayers for both! I have been where you are right now. Take care!~Hugs, Patti

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  3. Caseymini says

    August 5, 2010 at 11:24 am

    Claudia, My thoughts and prayers are with you. I hope that everything turns out ok for you.

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  4. Marsha (Sassy Mini Dolls) says

    August 5, 2010 at 11:30 am

    Absolutely, Claudia, you, your mom and sweet Riley are in my prayers.

    The same thing happended with Kodak and in his case it’s his spine. He’s on Metacam now and it has helped tremendously!

    ((HUG))

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  5. kimsminiatures says

    August 5, 2010 at 11:35 am

    Healing thoughts. Bunches of them! Hugs too~ KIm

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  6. Kim says

    August 5, 2010 at 11:38 am

    Claudia- I wish I could hug you. I will keep sweet Riley, your Mom and you all in my prayers ♥

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  7. Debra@Common Ground says

    August 5, 2010 at 11:52 am

    Sending prayers, dear Claudia,
    hugs and blessings for everyone’s health.
    xo,
    Debra

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  8. Brenda@Cozy Little House says

    August 5, 2010 at 11:57 am

    Oh Claudia, you have enough on your plate! Too much. I’m so sorry Riley is ailing. I will send good karma up east, my friend. I surely will.
    Brenda

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  9. Debbie says

    August 5, 2010 at 12:04 pm

    Claudia…I am so sorry to hear about your mom and your sweet Riley. It’s so hard when a human and a canine loved one is sick. I can sure relate. Our Jack Russell Obie is sick. He has diabetes. We have made the decision to see him through no matter what and some days that’s hard for us and of course for him. He pees on the floor, vomits about once a week a good amount and a good deal of the time is not feeling well…but we’ll go to the end with him cause we love him and he loves us.:) My mom died in 1998…five years after my dad did and all she wanted was to be with him. It’s hard to split yourself in two sometimes but you only get one mom. I hope you have help and that you are not the only one involved in her care at this point. I will be praying for you and her and Riley every day. Please pray also for our Obie would you? Thanks in advance! Hang in there…God will provide for you. Oh!! And congratulations on your blog being in the romantic homes mag!!!! That’s HUGE!!! Yeeeeehaaaaaa!!

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  10. Meri Wiley says

    August 5, 2010 at 12:25 pm

    Claudia Dearest,

    I’ve got you, your mom and Riley in my prayers and healing thoughts. My heart goes out to you at this time, as it is difficult and you and Don have not had the easiest of years so far. Please take comfort from all of your blogging friends and especially your family…..we’re all here for you.

    Love ya’
    Meri

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  11. Leanne says

    August 5, 2010 at 12:25 pm

    You, your hubby, Riley and your Mom are all in my prayers…. I hope all goes well.

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  12. Tracie~MyPetiteMaison says

    August 5, 2010 at 12:27 pm

    Claudia,
    I am so sorry to hear about sweet Riley this morning. My thoughts and heartfelt prayers are on their way and I’m sending some from Zeke and all the cats here too… know your dogs aren’t particularly fond of cats but if Zeke tells the cats to do something… well… they just have to listen to our Mountain of Fluff! Riley and Scout are practically “fam” here, well, that’s how we think of those darling babies of yours!

    I am keeping your mom in my thoughts and prayers as well, and you, my friend. Love to you, and a big hug.
    xo~Tracie

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  13. LemonyRenee' says

    August 5, 2010 at 12:35 pm

    Of course, Claudia. Hugs and prayers to you all.

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  14. The Garden Bell says

    August 5, 2010 at 12:51 pm

    Consider it on the list. I know we are entering that challenging switch where the Parents become the Kids and we become the Parents. Hang in there. Sure hope Riley is on the mends. Maybe, it the heat. Probably the same there as it’s going to be in Florida.

    Remember to Breathe,
    Hugs,
    Kate

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  15. Susie Homemaker says

    August 5, 2010 at 1:06 pm

    Dear Claudia…

    Heartfelt prayers for your Mom and your fur baby Riley…And for you too dear. That the Lord gives you the strength you need to get through this challenging time. Know that he is with you every step if the way.

    Blessings,
    Susie

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  16. AshTreeCottage says

    August 5, 2010 at 1:19 pm

    Love, hugs, lots of prayers and all the positive thoughts I can muster are on the way to your Mom, precious Riley and to you too!!

    Lots of love,
    Susan and Bentley
    xxoo

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  17. Maryjane-The Beehive Cottage says

    August 5, 2010 at 1:40 pm

    Darling Claudia, you know I will pray for your your sweet Mother and adorable Riley! Oh, life can turn up side down in a moment. Be safe going to your Mother’s’.

    Thinking of you and yours. Sending you love & hugs.

    Love,
    Maryjane

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  18. Leann says

    August 5, 2010 at 1:53 pm

    Absolutely my friend. Gentle payers and hugs are being sent your way.

    xo
    Leann

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  19. Snappy Di says

    August 5, 2010 at 2:46 pm

    Oh, what a sweet face Riley has! Of course I am sending tons of good vibes out for Riley and your mama as well.

    xoxo
    Di

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  20. Mereknits says

    August 5, 2010 at 2:52 pm

    Riley,
    Your Aunt Mere is sending you positive healing thoughts. I am sorry to take Mom away from you but she is needed in Florida for a bit. Love you Riley, wish I could be looking into your beautiful warm eyes.
    Aunt M

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  21. Melanie@The Old White Cottage says

    August 5, 2010 at 3:05 pm

    Prayers to Riley and Mom …

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  22. Jill says

    August 5, 2010 at 3:24 pm

    Sending lots of love and healing thoughts your way. I hope that your mom and sweet Riley are feeling well soon.
    Big hugs,
    Jill

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  23. claudia says

    August 5, 2010 at 3:58 pm

    all my love for you and your family, including of course little riley :)

    everything will be fine

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  24. the gardeners cottage says

    August 5, 2010 at 3:58 pm

    done.

    ~janet

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  25. Karen says

    August 5, 2010 at 4:04 pm

    Claudia, you’re all in my prayers, hoping things turn around for the better very quickly.

    Riley has a beautiful face… good luck, and take care of yourself, too.

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  26. Karen says

    August 5, 2010 at 4:04 pm

    Claudia, you’re all in my prayers, hoping things turn around for the better very quickly.

    Riley has a beautiful face… good luck, and take care of yourself, too.

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  27. sissie says

    August 5, 2010 at 4:54 pm

    Sending prayers and well wishes your way dear Claudia.

    hugs
    Sissie

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  28. Gerry says

    August 5, 2010 at 5:07 pm

    You bet we can, Claudia.

    Am thinks as Positive Thoughts as possible and sending them your direction.

    Hugs & ♥♥♥s to you all,
    Gerry

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  29. Rella says

    August 5, 2010 at 5:14 pm

    Absolutely. It will be like joining hands and it will surely help. Sending love.

    xox Rella

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  30. Olive Cooper says

    August 5, 2010 at 5:46 pm

    Praying for Mom, Riley, and you.
    hugs♥olive

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  31. Tarnished and Tattered says

    August 5, 2010 at 6:38 pm

    Claudia,
    Sometimes it feels like everything bad happens at once. I pray for your sweet Mom. Seeing your sweet Riley just breaks my heart because his face is so sweet. I can tell from his expression that he is an amazing friend. I had a Golden a few years back & she had the same sweet smile. Her hair turned all grey too as she aged. She’s chasing squirrels in the sky now. My thoughts are with you my friend. Lisa

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  32. cindy says

    August 5, 2010 at 6:46 pm

    Will keep your mama and pup in my thoughts and prayers…take care of yourself too.

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  33. Charlene says

    August 5, 2010 at 8:35 pm

    I will keep your mom, Riley, and you, as well, in my thoughts and prayers. Best wishes.

    Charlene

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  34. Twyla and Lindsey says

    August 5, 2010 at 8:51 pm

    I clicked on your link as soon as I saw that sweet little face of Riley’s! Of course I will pray for him and your mother and for your safe travels. Twyla

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  35. Frog Hollow Farm Girl says

    August 5, 2010 at 9:52 pm

    Oh Claudia, you most certainly have my most positive and loving thoughts going out to your mom, Riley and to you my friend. Hang in there.

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  36. Karen says

    August 5, 2010 at 10:54 pm

    Sending good thoughts and prayers your way, for your mom and for Riley. Safe travels, Claudia.

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  37. Lisa says

    August 5, 2010 at 10:59 pm

    Wishing and praying all the best good feelings for your sweet family. SO hard to have either and now you have both at one time. I really hope Riley can pull through and your mother is returned to good health soon♥
    Hugs and prayers, Lisa

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  38. koralee says

    August 5, 2010 at 11:25 pm

    Sending your much love…I will pray for your mom and riley.xoxoxo

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  39. Elyse says

    August 5, 2010 at 11:30 pm

    hi claudia,

    sorry to hear about all of this but i will stay positive for you and send nothing but healing, comforting and happy thoughts and prayers, my friend.

    xo
    elyse

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  40. Julie Marie says

    August 6, 2010 at 12:02 am

    Hello Claudia… sending lots of love and prayers your way to all of you… xoxo Julie Marie

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  41. for the love of a house says

    August 6, 2010 at 12:39 am

    Sending you and your sweet Riley prayers and a hug. The face on sweet Riley could melt an glacier- what a love. I
    I hope your mother is well also.

    joan

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  42. Sares says

    August 6, 2010 at 12:45 am

    Poor Riley. Poor Mom. I hope they both get to feeling better. It is always so hard when our animals are ill and they can’t tell us what’s wrong and how they feel.

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  43. Julia says

    August 6, 2010 at 12:51 am

    Oh Claudia, you know that my prayers are on their way for Riley and your mom, and for you as well. It is very hard and stressful when your mother is ill. I hope that she recovers quickly and that she has no long term issues. Your dogs are more than just pets to you, I know so I truly hope and pray that Riley is okay.

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  44. sylvia says

    August 6, 2010 at 1:01 am

    Poor Riley, a lots of healing thoughts and hugs
    Sylvia

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  45. Beth Leintz says

    August 6, 2010 at 2:38 am

    So sorry to hear that your Mom isn’t doing well at the same time that you’re worried about your sweet friend Riley. I know it can just break your heart when a pet is ailing and they can’t tell you what is wrong. Thinking positive thoughts for you.

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  46. There I Am. says

    August 6, 2010 at 2:43 am

    Sending you only good thoughts and well wishes, Dear Friend.
    xoxo
    m.

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  47. Carol at Serendipity says

    August 6, 2010 at 6:16 am

    Claudia,
    You are in my thoughts and prayers, my friend.

    Carol

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  48. Brynwood Needleworks says

    August 6, 2010 at 10:30 am

    Dear Claudia:
    You know that Kes and I will be sending healing thoughts to Riley. I’ll also say a prayer for your mom. I’ll be sending a separate email about her.
    TTYS,
    Donna

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  49. Dogmom Diva says

    August 6, 2010 at 11:24 am

    Claudia, healing prayers to your mom and sweet Riley..oh so much worry on your plate right now so prayers for you of course!

    Its hard when our furbabies are ill..our 8 year old doxie Halo was sick yesterday, a trip to the vet..he is doing better today but still a little worried.

    Hang in there and let us know how things are going sweets..

    hugs
    Barb

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  50. Monica@The White Bench says

    August 6, 2010 at 3:34 pm

    I will!!!!!!
    Monicaxoxo

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  51. Georgianna says

    August 8, 2010 at 2:17 am

    Oh, dear Claudia, yes, of course, all positive wishes and thoughts for your Mother and Riley. How very stressful for you. I hope your trip is successful and that they both make speedy recoveries. xo – g

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  52. Rizzi says

    August 8, 2010 at 8:59 am

    HI CLAUDIA,
    MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU, I HOPE YOUR MOM WILL BE OK, MY PRAYERS ARE WITH HER.
    I WILL PRAY FOR SWEET LITTLE RILEY TOO. I KNOW YOUR GOING THROUGH A LOT RIGHT NOW, BUT YOUR STONG, AND PRAYERS WILL BE WITH YOU TOO. TAKE CARE. RIZZI

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  53. Kelee Katillac says

    August 9, 2010 at 10:46 pm

    I will pray for your mom and Riley tonight, Claudia.

    Oliver says to “hang in their pal.”

    love, kelee

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