I just wanted to offer some explanation as to why I haven’t posted this week. Last Saturday night I was taken down by a virus and it hasn’t let go of me yet. I’ll spare you all the details, but I will say that I wound up in the ER Wednesday night, as it became more than I could manage on my own. They fixed me up with some fluid and some drugs for pain and nausea. The nausea pills make me drowsy and give me a headache. The pain pills don’t counteract the headache. Funny.
I haven’t answered emails or visited blogs or stamped in a week. You can imagine all the other things I haven’t done, as well. So much to do, but I’m taking it slow and easy.
I haven’t been out with Wally and LuLu this week, of course. Not that they aren’t getting their fun and exercise – my husband’s been taking care of that – but me and my camera have stayed behind. I haven’t even played around with the settings on my new camera yet. I’ve snapped a few at random and they’re certainly not the best, but I just love my sweet subjects. The babies are never far away, and they’re always very, very good.
I’ve been calling LuLu “Plushpuppy” lately. Someone asked me a while back if I gave my dogs nicknames. LuLu really hadn’t grown into a nickname yet, but Plushpuppy is sticking. Her coat is so thick and soft and, well… plush. You can’t help but want to sink your hands into it and she’s always more than ready to let you. There are few things I love more than to have both Wally and LuLu cuddled with me on the couch, and there’s been plenty of couch time this week. Just what the doctor ordered – cuddle two Golden Retrievers and call me in the morning.
I hope you’re all well and happy and having a good weekend. I’ll be back in the swing of things soon, but for now I’m just easing through this with my precious little Plushpuppy and the sweetest Big Guy a girl could ever hope to meet. Take care!
rest, drink, and cuddle those furry ones. hugs
Posted by: Joan B | 01/28/2012 at 02:57 AM
I hope you are feeling better quickly, this flu or whatever it is this year really takes you down. Enjoy your fur babies, they are darling!!
Posted by: Karen Wallace | 01/28/2012 at 03:43 AM
So sorry that you have been so ill! Rest up with your lovable furry companions and take your time! Get well soon and take good care of yourself! Hugs to you!
Posted by: Maureen Chandler | 01/28/2012 at 03:44 AM
Sorry you have been ill! Hoping for a speedy recovery for you. Try and rest a lot and cuddle with the warm bodies! Love the pictures.
Posted by: Glenda | 01/28/2012 at 03:46 AM
I'm very sorry you've been so sick. I do hope you are on the mend. Your puppies are very adorable in these photos. Take care of yourself. Glad you have the puppies.
Posted by: SueB | 01/28/2012 at 04:14 AM
Take care of yourself Leslie. This thing hit me two weeks ago, so I can appreciate what you were describing. Your two cuddle-buddies are probably thinking "What's wrong with Mom?". Mine did... and he never left my side. I know your two buds are sending telepathic get well hugs too! Sincerely, Beverly.
Posted by: Kraftyaunt | 01/28/2012 at 05:03 AM
So sorry you have been under the weather. Sounds like you have the perfect cuddle treatment. Take it easy!
Posted by: Bev J. | 01/28/2012 at 05:19 AM
Sending you get well wishes, Leslie and in the meantime cuddle up with your fur kids and make the most of your down time.
Posted by: bonnie weiss | 01/28/2012 at 06:09 AM
So sorry you've been sick Leslie. I'm glad that you have your two furry babies to keep you company and give you comfort. Hope you're back to your old self soon.
Posted by: Margaret | 01/28/2012 at 06:23 AM
Sending wishes for a speedy recovery. Cuddling two Goldens will get you off to a good start.
Posted by: Monica Black | 01/28/2012 at 06:28 AM
Oh my goodness - I'm sorry to hear your virus has really gotten you down! I sure hope you are on the mend now and will be back to normal soon. How nice you have Wally and Plushpuppy to help speed your recovery - or at least keep you company while you're suffering.
Posted by: Lynette | 01/28/2012 at 06:38 AM
get better soon. No fun having what ails you. Glad you have some cuddle babies to keep you company.
Posted by: yogi | 01/28/2012 at 06:55 AM
Leslie, I couldn't think of a better medicine than to cuddle with your two goldens. So sorry to hear you are so sick. Praying you will be well soon so you can play with your buddies and photograph them.
Prayers and Blessings.
Posted by: bensarmom | 01/28/2012 at 07:07 AM
Hope you feel better soon. Get lots of rest and don't overdo. You can tell Lulu and Wally love each other she touches him when ever they are laying down. Beautiful babies enjoy. Hugs Ann
Posted by: Ann Lind | 01/28/2012 at 07:30 AM
Adding my well wishes to you, Leslie. Just lay low & give yourself time to recuperate fully. Having your two sweet "kids" watching over you will certainly speed your recovery.
Posted by: Janet T. | 01/28/2012 at 07:37 AM
Feel better! I'm in my 2nd. week of feeling lousy so I know what you're talking about. Take it easy and get as much rest as you can...stamping and visiting blogs can wait. Pat
Posted by: Pat Adam | 01/28/2012 at 07:43 AM
So sorry to hear that you got sick. Take your time and get as much rest as you can, your blog and readers will still be here waiting for you!
Posted by: Julie Phillips | 01/28/2012 at 07:54 AM
Sorry to hear you caught the bug going around... nice to have your couch pals with you to keep you company while your recovering :)
Posted by: conniecrafter | 01/28/2012 at 08:00 AM
Hope you feel better soon! Wonderful pictures of the dogs! Lulu is getting so big and pretty! Take care of yourself!
Posted by: Laurie U | 01/28/2012 at 08:07 AM
So glad you have the "babies" to cheer you up. Feel better soon.
Posted by: Debbie W. | 01/28/2012 at 08:38 AM