November 14th, 2006 by Atomictumor
No new news (is good no news).
Something that happened earlier today, that almost dropped me to me knees, was that at the 5:30 visit BJ was washed and dressed in a new white cotton gown, being changed out of the flimsy blue one she’d been in since this began.
Her hair was braided.
She smelled beautiful.
It really, really, made me feel good. And I know it made her feel good.
I forgot to mention that, and in fact I forgot after I left the hospital until I was suprised at it again at the 8:30 show.
“Everything is going to be OK” is what I told Bos as we left. He was wanting to stick around and talk, but I felt like getting home and relaxing. Finally relaxing. For the first time in a couple of days.
But, I’m typing instead. So this is gonna be a short post.
Guys, thanks for your help. Today has been such a good day. I’ll spend the rest of my life babying BJ, reminding her how much I love her with little and big actions, and never taking her, or anything else, for granted (as much as humanly possible). I’ll also spend it trying to be worthy of your support.
Sweet, sweet baby. Days go by, and I love you more and more.
November 14th, 2006 at 9:50 pm
Better and better.
November 14th, 2006 at 9:52 pm
You don’t have to do anything to be worthy of my support.
I’m honored just to witness such acts of love.
November 14th, 2006 at 9:54 pm
“Everything is going to be OK” is what I told Bos as we left. He was wanting to stick around and talk, but I felt like getting home and relaxing.
You’re too perceptive for your own good, AT.
GAC did look wonderful tonight. What a blessing.
November 14th, 2006 at 10:11 pm
WOW - look at what I missed by not logging on earlier! Your posts have been FULL of wonderful news this afternoon.
Still thinking of you guys and praying for you. Take each day as they come, AT.
November 14th, 2006 at 10:11 pm
AT, this is good news. I am happy to hear that something is looking positive. Still thinking about BJ, you and the rest of your family.
November 14th, 2006 at 10:21 pm
AT, I haven’t said a whole lot on these posts. I’m never quite sure what to say. But I do want you to know how much I think of you and BJ all the time. Checking the post at the vet school every chance I get . Today was so nice - the posts so nice. I’ve done a little dance :) It occured to me today,BJ is going to be so baffled at all the posts here, all the attention (WBIR, wow). She is such an awesome person. Oh, I had this memory the other day that made me laugh out loud - “My name is Alan Vandergriff. . .god didn’t build no dam, he could walk on water.” I look forward to having a laugh about that with BJ soon. Sleep well tonight. Tell BJ we love her. And keep writing!!!
November 14th, 2006 at 10:27 pm
Boy howdy… Alan Vandergriff…
November 14th, 2006 at 10:31 pm
I’ve been thinking about your family all day long. Tonight, JungleJim, MexiChlo, Noleander and me, we all feel more solid to me, more present here in our home. I can’t wait for the day when I read that she’s home, giggling at you (with love, naturally!) about all your worry.
November 14th, 2006 at 10:32 pm
This evening’s news is nice. (Before these last 2 weeks, who would think that a loved one feeling pain would be considered joyous news?!?!?)
Sleep well tonight.
November 14th, 2006 at 11:09 pm
I’m glad for every bit of good news. I’ll drink a toast to blisters that look healthy underneath, and pain responses, and to the day she punches somebody sticking her with something.
Tell your mother hello for me, and kiss the boys. Tell BJ I’m rooting for her, she is tough.
Tell your mom she can give me a call if she wants, I’m mostly working from home. So can you, if you want to, but you have enough to do. I don’t have your phone number.
November 14th, 2006 at 11:41 pm
That’s fabulous that they are taking care of her feminine side now. A nice bath and a style is always refreshing! Awesome! You KNOW she feels better from that! I’m glad for her, and you too, AT.
November 15th, 2006 at 1:30 am
Would you believe Alan Vandergriff rings a bell with me too (I am in TX, but am from Knoxville…). Wondering if it is the same dude…lol
Glad you had a great day AT, we are still with you every minute…
November 15th, 2006 at 5:51 am
Warm and caring thoughts again from Germany!!
November 15th, 2006 at 11:25 am
Every woman needs to be pampered!
November 15th, 2006 at 2:02 pm
If you’re thinking of DRUNK REDNECK personified, we’re thinking the same Alan Vandergriff. He helped himself to our house one night, crazy drunk, back when we lived in the projects.