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Tuesday, December 27, 2011

The day before...

Tomorrow is the big day. Today, I needed some time with my K, off by ourselves in the beautiful mountains. So, we cheated and walked a bit further than our vet told us was okay (but I kept K on leash, as instructed). I decided to cheat because I knew that it might be K's last hike as a four-legged dog. We went up to our sunrise/sunset viewpoint and sat on our favorite lichen-covered boulder with views to the east and west.

I admired her beautiful and strong legs.
On our hike home, we stopped and hugged under a sliver of a moon. I promised her that the Runner and I would do our very best tomorrow to choose the treatment that would give her the best quality of life. I think that she understood.
We'll keep you posted on what happens tomorrow. I'm sorry that I haven't been visiting blogs very much. I've been too preoccupied, doing my homework before K's appointments and probable surgery tomorrow.
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  1. ♥♥ The OP Pack ♥♥December 27, 2011 at 7:12 PM

    You and K have been on our mind all week. We know you and the Runner will make the best call for K. Hugs to you and lots of good thoughts for things to go well.

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  2. GOOSEDecember 27, 2011 at 7:14 PM

    I could look into K's face all day long, MOM can too.
    I know it is a scary and uncertain time for you both. But know that there are many of us who are pulling for you, praying for you, sending healing and comforting hugs. Whatever the outcome you are in our prayers and thoughts.
    MOM took me on a long walk tonight and she talked to me about K and how worried you are. We stop and sat on a rock and silly as it may sound to some, she held my paws and we prayed and prayed. Please give Miss K a hug for me and one for you too.
    Blessings,
    Goose

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  3. rottroverDecember 27, 2011 at 7:23 PM

    Our paws are crossed and we are sending you wisdom and strength to make the best decision for your beautiful girl. I'm glad you enjoyed today.

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  4. Dream Valley RanchDecember 27, 2011 at 7:26 PM

    Sending love and hope for tomorrow's visit, KB. I'm glad you cheated a little bit. You both deserved that time alone together in the woods you love so much.
    xoxo
    Sue and the crew

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  5. Maery RoseDecember 27, 2011 at 7:32 PM

    I appreciate your posts in such a difficult time and will be thinking about all of you tomorrow. K is lucky to have two such caring and strong people in her life.

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  6. How Sam Sees ItDecember 27, 2011 at 7:33 PM

    We will be thinking of you tomorrow, and keeping K in our prayers, and you.

    Sam

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  7. The Life of RileyDecember 27, 2011 at 7:36 PM

    Thinking of you all and sending lots of love from us in New Zealand.

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  8. Hiking HoundsDecember 27, 2011 at 7:39 PM

    I'm sure you'll be able to make the best decision tomorrow. I'll be thinking of you all. I'm glad you and K got out together today.

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  9. NAK and The Residents of The Khottage Now With KhattleDog!December 27, 2011 at 7:42 PM

    All of you will be in ours thoughts...

    We have no doubts you will do the furry best for K!

    Khyra and Phyll

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  10. houndstoothDecember 27, 2011 at 7:56 PM

    Don't worry a whit about visiting! I understand and I'd be doing the very same thing. The blogs will all still be there tomorrow and the day after that. K is beautiful, and not just because she has four perfect legs. She's beautiful because of what she possesses inside, and because of what she brings out in you. Your spirits resonate together and make beautiful music!

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  11. SunshadeDecember 27, 2011 at 8:07 PM

    Nothing but the best thoughts to you and K for her procedure tomorrow. I think she will be an excellent tripawd who wonders why the rest of the dogs all have one extra leg!

    Sunshade and Jaffa sending LOTS of AireZEN to K!!

    Our best,
    Elaine, Sunshade & Jaffa

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  12. Maggie Mae and MaxDecember 27, 2011 at 8:10 PM

    Holding you close...

    Blessings,
    Janelle, Maggie Mae and Max

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  13. Berts BlogDecember 27, 2011 at 8:21 PM

    Listen to your heart KB. K understands more than you think, her heart will tell your heart what to do.

    WE will be trying our hardest to send you both strenght, hope and peace.

    Bert and My Vickie

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  14. Dachshund NolaDecember 27, 2011 at 8:27 PM

    Thinking of you and paws crossed. Please keep us posted
    Dachshund Nola

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  15. Two French BulldogsDecember 27, 2011 at 8:32 PM

    sending all good vibes and thinking of you tomorrow
    Benny & Lily

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  16. Shane Kent LouisDecember 27, 2011 at 8:36 PM

    we will pray for you K..and I know that God will strengthen You :D


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    It's all About Pet Fences | Dog Fence

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  17. K9 KatastrophieDecember 27, 2011 at 8:47 PM

    We are praying for you and sweet K. We know that you will do what is best for her!

    Licks,
    Ruthie

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  18. jenDecember 27, 2011 at 9:34 PM

    My Thoughts are with you and K for tomorrow. I have been thinking about you two a lot. You are 2 strong beings and I know that you both will come through this even stronger.

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  19. Tweedles -- that's meDecember 27, 2011 at 9:37 PM

    And I know too that you will do the very best for K.
    That moment you and K shared under the crescent moon was special. That crescent moon is reaching the many miles to our world, and we are going outside right now to wish on that crescent moon and the stars- the very best wishes for K.
    love tweedles

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  20. LuisaDecember 27, 2011 at 10:30 PM

    Pushed away from the computer just now and stepped outside: it's a clear night with Orion blazing to the south, and like Tweedles I wished on all those bright stars, "Love and the very best for K." You are in our thoughts --

    L

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  21. SnowcatcherDecember 27, 2011 at 11:03 PM

    I think all your readers and I understand your time is better served doing what you are doing. We need you to put everything you have into you and K. We're fine. And we'll be waiting to hear how it goes tomorrow. On our knees and with bowed heads.

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  22. BarbaraDecember 27, 2011 at 11:35 PM

    You will be in our hearts and prayers tomorrow too! (and tonight and as long as you need them!)

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  23. AngusDecember 28, 2011 at 1:13 AM

    Dog owners all over the world know what you're going through . K's trust and your strength will make it a good day .

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  24. UnknownDecember 28, 2011 at 2:25 AM

    Good luck K. We will be thinking of you tomorrow.

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  25. AnonymousDecember 28, 2011 at 2:27 AM

    Crossing fingers and thinking of you tomorrow. Love EM

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  26. Tama-Chan, Benny, Vidock, Violette, Ollie, Heloise, Momo, RyuDecember 28, 2011 at 2:50 AM

    We know that K is in the best hands possible. We are with you in spirit.

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  27. ~Kim at Golden Pines~December 28, 2011 at 3:46 AM

    I am thinking of you this morning, and wanted to let you know that. I know you both will have the strength and courage for the day ahead.

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  28. DexterDecember 28, 2011 at 4:12 AM

    Good luck today. You and beautiful K will be close to my heart all day long.

    Mango Momma

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  29. The Daily Pip December 28, 2011 at 5:14 AM

    I am glad you had some special time together and I know she understood! All the best. Sending you lots of love and support today.

    Kristin & Pip

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  30. labradorknitterDecember 28, 2011 at 5:47 AM

    Thinking of K all day!

    Manu

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  31. FANCY the Red Standard PoodleDecember 28, 2011 at 6:44 AM

    KB and K,

    We understand why you aren't visiting. Lesser upsets have interrupted our visitations.

    We only care about you and K. You're family is in our prayers.

    BrownDog's Human

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  32. Tucker The CrestieDecember 28, 2011 at 7:48 AM

    We are thinking of you and K. today.

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  33. UnknownDecember 28, 2011 at 7:55 AM

    I just heard from the OP pack, we have been gone for a bit. I am so sorry yall are going through this. We will keep our paws crossed and you are in my prayers, im sending hugs to yall. I pray everything will be ok.

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  34. 3 doxiesDecember 28, 2011 at 8:08 AM

    Don't you worry your sweet self bouts visiting blogs...we totally understand. You needs to take dis time to spend withs K.
    Just please knows dat we is thinking of ya'll today.
    And I knows K knows you will do whatevers you can.

    Puddles

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  35. Kathleen CoyDecember 28, 2011 at 8:16 AM

    I just read about this on facebook. (I haven't been able to keep up with blogs lately.) I'm so sorry to hear about K. It sounds like you've done a lot of research. Whatever happens, K knows how much you love her.
    Thinking of you all,
    Kathleen and Cloud

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  36. Piappies WorldDecember 28, 2011 at 8:52 AM

    We got our paws crossed for you K! Stay strong for each other.

    Sending you all the best thoughts, KB.

    Love,
    Piappies Fudgie, Princess, Frappie, Mocha, Sugar, Wai-Max, Wai-Pai & Forgie

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  37. The HeartbeatsDecember 28, 2011 at 9:17 AM

    Hoping for the very best.

    The Heartbeats

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  38. Ms. ~KDecember 28, 2011 at 9:20 AM

    Sending positive, healing thoughts to K, and big hug of support for YOU!
    ~K

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  39. Angels Amber and Max DaWeenie and MomDecember 28, 2011 at 9:28 AM

    We're keeping all 36 paws at our house crossed that everything will turn out OK.

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  40. Janice in GADecember 28, 2011 at 9:51 AM

    So much love, so much mojo for you both.

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  41. Tweedles -- that's meDecember 28, 2011 at 9:54 AM

    Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you today.
    Healing bubbles are floating in the sky to K!
    love
    tweedles

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  42. BibiDecember 28, 2011 at 10:01 AM

    Beautiful K, you are in my heart as we await news

    KB and The Runner, no dog could be more loved and protected

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  43. DukeDecember 28, 2011 at 10:16 AM

    Our paws are crossed and we are sending lots of prayers your way.

    Love ya lots,
    Maggie and Mitch

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  44. AnonymousDecember 28, 2011 at 10:18 AM

    Paws crossed here. We are wishing you and k every strength and wellness. Lots a love from all of us at wild dingo.

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  45. ACDecember 28, 2011 at 10:59 AM

    Thinking of you today. Be strong, sweet K.

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  46. K9 KatastrophieDecember 28, 2011 at 11:02 AM

    We're thinking of you.

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  47. The ThugletsDecember 28, 2011 at 11:37 AM

    We came over from our friends The Rottover's. We are thinking of you and sending lots of pawsative thoughts!
    Big Nose Pokes
    The Thugletsx

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  48. HH and The BoysDecember 28, 2011 at 11:39 AM

    sending you purrrrrs.

    pawhugs, Max

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  49. AnonymousDecember 28, 2011 at 12:17 PM

    I am praying for you guys!

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  50. 24 Paws of LoveDecember 28, 2011 at 12:43 PM

    We are all here for you and K. We know you will what is best for K.

    Paws Crossed for you and your family.

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  51. CorbinDecember 28, 2011 at 12:59 PM

    I must have been sleeping behind a rock, because I just heard about this today :-( I don't even know what to say, but we're sending positive thoughts and prayers to you. We know you'll make the best decision for beautiful K.
    -Corbin & momma Jenn

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  52. STELLA and RORY from Down UnderDecember 28, 2011 at 1:00 PM

    Hi KB, you are in our thoughts and we will be thinking of you especially today. Love to all. Love Carol (and Stella and Rory)

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  53. LindyDecember 28, 2011 at 1:10 PM

    I came over from Houndstooth's blog, Tales and Tails. Just want you to know I will be thinking of you all and praying for the very best outcome.

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  54. My Mind's EyeDecember 28, 2011 at 1:40 PM

    K you are a beautiful Lady Lab,
    Mom and I came over from The Chronicle of Woos to tell you that you and your human are in our thoughts and prayers.
    Hugs Madi and Mom

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  55. PippenDecember 28, 2011 at 1:43 PM

    Our thoughts are with you today.

    Sam and Pippen

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  56. The Florida FurkidsDecember 28, 2011 at 2:16 PM

    We read about you on the OP Pack's blog and wanted to stop by to say we're purring, praying and wagging for sweet K.

    The Florida Furkids and Angel Sniffie

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  57. nembamikeDecember 28, 2011 at 3:36 PM

    Best wishes from New Hampshire.

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  58. MarkDecember 28, 2011 at 4:55 PM

    Stopping over from Rottrover.
    I'm sending out healing and caring thoughts to you right...now!
    My puppy has traveled a long road too.
    Your Friend, m.(mark)

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  59. JoeDecember 28, 2011 at 5:04 PM

    So sorry to hear about K. Keeping you and K in our thoughts and prays.

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  60. Raising AddieDecember 28, 2011 at 5:14 PM

    Been praying for you guys. All paws crossed hoping for the best for K.

    Lots of Luv & Kisses
    Addie, Lucie and Hailey

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  61. BearPeeDecember 28, 2011 at 5:41 PM

    Thinking of you and hoping the day at CSU is winding down with the best possible results. Sending lots of love to K and peace and comfort to you, KB.

    Bear, Pee Wee and Heather

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  62. fromsophiesviewDecember 29, 2011 at 3:45 AM

    Don't ever apologize for not reading our posts...you life has turned upside down and you are doing the best that you can do...once again massive hugs and one wet nose!

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  63. AnonymousDecember 29, 2011 at 9:08 AM

    Rottrover sent us over to send good vibes and karma. So, here We are. What a beautiful post and a fine day you had. Here's wishing you more fine days. Relish every one.

    Roo, Stuart

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  64. Kirsten (peacefuldog)December 29, 2011 at 9:32 AM

    Lots of love and warmth to K and those beautiful paws.

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  65. the many BsDecember 29, 2011 at 11:35 AM

    our friends Bart & Ruby ( Rottrover ) told us about you and we wanted to offer our moral support. it's so difficult to make those kinds of decisions, but ultimately, we have to do what's best for our 'kids'. best of luck to you. we will keep you in our thoughts.

    woofs

    from the 5Bs and our human

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  66. George The LadJanuary 1, 2012 at 12:38 PM

    Just come from Bart and Ruby's blog, hope that all went ok, paws are crossed for you this side of the pond
    George and Tess xxx

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  67. JimJanuary 1, 2012 at 3:18 PM

    We're 'rooting' for you on the east coast of Canada!

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