My dad needs prayers (miranadobe)

• 10-14-2009 11:37 AM

  miranadobe Joined on 04-06-2006 Purgatory Posts 5,448 Points 315

  My dad needs prayers (miranadobe) Reply Contact My (step) dad is 71 years old, and is going in for surgery tomorrow morning for cervical fusion.  My mom has been worried about his health for years, but putting him under anesthesia and doing surgery on his spine has her especially (understandably) nervous.  PLEASE, please, if you can spare some prayers for my dad - especially around his surgery time 7am Eastern Time tomorrow, the 15th- that would be great.  My mom could use some calming vibes, and perhaps a spare prayer for Zoe, their Dober-girl, to be ok while he's gone.  My dad is retired and spends every day with Zoe - she's going to have a new daily routine once he comes home and is recouperating. Thanks guys.  My dad means the world to me - he came into our lives when I was 5 years old and has been the bear hug I always need, any time I need it. Paige Paige - dog.community moderator & Gracie - 6yr old Doberman www.fortunatek9.com Fight for your opinions, but do not believe that they contain the whole truth, or the only truth. ~W. Hamilton "So you've 'had dogs all your life'? I've had teeth all my life. Doesn't make me a dentist." - JV McDonough, Certified Dog Trainer

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• 10-14-2009 11:40 AM

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  iluvjamison Joined on 09-17-2007 NJ Posts 1,397 Points 5	Re: My dad needs prayers (miranadobe) Reply Contact Nothing but good vibes going out for Mom, Dad and Zoe.   Deb W. My Beagle Boy - Jamison
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• 10-14-2009 11:40 AM

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  BEVOLASVEGAS Joined on 07-11-2006 Texas Posts 7,975 Points 940	Re: My dad needs prayers (miranadobe) Reply Contact Paige, we are sending good thoughts for a smooth surgery for your dad, calming vibes for your mom, & Zoe, along with good vibes for the rest of your family as well. Amanda Tact is for people who aren't witty enough to use sarcasm.
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• 10-14-2009 11:42 AM

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  Pit_Pointer_Aussie Joined on 04-13-2007 Upstate New York Posts 1,528 Points 125	Re: My dad needs prayers (miranadobe) Reply Contact Paige, sending good vibes for a smooth operation and speedy recovery.
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• 10-14-2009 12:37 PM

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  JackieG Joined on 04-15-2008 Central Texas Posts 5,955 Points 710	Re: My dad needs prayers (miranadobe) Reply Contact Sending calming and comforting vibes for you and your Mom and Zoe.  I'll pray for your Dad for successful surgery and recovery.   He sounds like what every step Dad should aspire to be for his family.
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• 10-14-2009 12:37 PM

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  cakana Joined on 09-10-2007 Cathy in Northern CA Posts 9,467 Points 435	Re: My dad needs prayers (miranadobe) Reply Contact I will definitely say some prayers for a smooth surgery and recovery for your dad and for peace and calm for your mom and the rest of you. Please let us know how he's doing after the surgery. ~ Cathy ~
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• 10-14-2009 12:48 PM

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  glenmar Joined on 09-10-2007 The Florida Panhandle Posts 13,523 Points 405

  Re: My dad needs prayers (miranadobe) Reply Contact You've got it Paige.  FWIW, I've had cervical fusion @ C-6&7.  The first few days post op are pretty rough, but as long as he's got some good drugs that'll help. I always ask for DEMORAL instead of morphine during surgery.  Morphine is much harder to wake up from and takes a lot longer to get a clear mind again. A house without fur is not a home. Glenda ,

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• 10-14-2009 12:59 PM

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  calliecritturs Joined on 09-10-2007 Central Florida Posts 10,919 Points 3,345	Re: My dad needs prayers (miranadobe) Reply Contact Absolutely -- I just got done reviewing my stickies on my printer -- so I need a NEW one now!!!
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• 10-14-2009 1:20 PM

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  shadowsgin Joined on 03-06-2007 N.W. Arkansas Posts 2,106 Points 425

  Re: My dad needs prayers (miranadobe) Reply Contact Paige, your dad is definately in my prayers.  My kids feel the same about their step Dad and he about them.  He raised them like yours did you.  Calming thought for your Mom and you, Zoe will be fine.  When a human parent is sick it is amazing how our pets can sense it.  Our Rottie Bear seemed to know when my hubby had his accident that he had to be more watchful and gentle.  He wouldnt harly leave the side of the bed for months, only to eat and relieve himself.  Zoe will make a fine babysitter.

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• 10-14-2009 2:56 PM

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  miranadobe Joined on 04-06-2006 Purgatory Posts 5,448 Points 315

  Re: My dad needs prayers (miranadobe) Reply Contact Thanks everyone.  Some of those prayers must be working already, because my sister has decided to fly home to help my mom for this first weekend after the surgery. However, my other sister who LIVES in southern NH close to my parents....has declined to go over to the house tomorrow to let the dog out.  I'm livid, because this is not the first time she's declined to help my mother with the dog in circumstances like this - last time was when my mom flew to California to be with her dying brother. I'm calling friends back in NH to find someone to walk Zoe tomorrow morning, so any vibes you can share that my efforts are successful would be really helpful.  Thanks again, I do appreciate it.  Funny how our faith in this community can really work wonders!!!! Paige - dog.community moderator & Gracie - 6yr old Doberman www.fortunatek9.com Fight for your opinions, but do not believe that they contain the whole truth, or the only truth. ~W. Hamilton "So you've 'had dogs all your life'? I've had teeth all my life. Doesn't make me a dentist." - JV McDonough, Certified Dog Trainer

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• 10-14-2009 3:21 PM

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  miranadobe Joined on 04-06-2006 Purgatory Posts 5,448 Points 315

  Re: My dad needs prayers (miranadobe) Reply Contact Update: I LOVE FREMONT ANIMAL HOSPITAL!!!   A girl there who knows my parents and their dogs (loved old Joe and was incredibly sad when he passed) has offered to go over there tonight to get the lay of the land, and then go over tomorrow before work and again at her lunch break.  I feel so relieved and THANKFUL!!!!! Paige - dog.community moderator & Gracie - 6yr old Doberman www.fortunatek9.com Fight for your opinions, but do not believe that they contain the whole truth, or the only truth. ~W. Hamilton "So you've 'had dogs all your life'? I've had teeth all my life. Doesn't make me a dentist." - JV McDonough, Certified Dog Trainer

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• 10-14-2009 6:26 PM

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  gradyupmybutt Joined on 09-10-2007 Pennsylvania Posts 10,322 Points 1,265	Re: My dad needs prayers (miranadobe) Reply Contact Paige, your family are in my thoughts & prayers. Wag More, Bark Less I Survived Bugsy Kisses
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• 10-14-2009 6:43 PM

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  aerial1313 Joined on 02-12-2008 Atlanta, GA Posts 1,533 Points 95

  Re: My dad needs prayers (miranadobe) Reply Contact miranadobe: A girl there who knows my parents and their dogs (loved old Joe and was incredibly sad when he passed) has offered to go over there tonight to get the lay of the land, and then go over tomorrow before work and again at her lunch break.  I feel so relieved and THANKFUL!!!!! That is so nice!  And must be a huge load off your mind. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. ~Heather~

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• 10-14-2009 9:37 PM

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  willowchow Joined on 09-10-2007 Posts 8,154 Points 445	Re: My dad needs prayers (miranadobe) Reply Contact Good luck to your dad tomorrow!!!
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• 10-14-2009 9:48 PM

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  CoBuHe Joined on 08-03-2007 Southeast Texas Posts 2,540 Points 85

  Re: My dad needs prayers (miranadobe) Reply Contact miranadobe: My dad means the world to me - he came into our lives when I was 5 years old and has been the bear hug I always need, any time I need it. Of course he does....and you mean the world and more to him!  I'll be thinking of him tomorrow morning along with your mom and Zoe.  And, I'm sending calming, positive thoughts right now to you guys.  Peace be with you.  "No matter how little money and how few possessions you own, having a dog makes you rich." Louis Sabin ________________________ Barbara, Proudly owned by

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