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25 days ago

Richard Munson posted a note for Deena that says:

To answer your question. Its really not a diagnosis its more like a very educated guess as there is no test to show epilepsy in dogs. There is also no cure. ...Read more

To answer your question. Its really not a diagnosis its more like a very educated guess as there is no test to show epilepsy in dogs. There is also no cure. Its an electrical issue ( like a fib). Only in the brain, not the heart. They guess epilepsy once they rule out everything else like for example diabetes or brain tumor. All his vitals and blood work look great plus so far his bouts have not been frequent or long lasting. So for now we watch him and record any future seizures and hope they are short in duration and spaced far apart. So she, as the doctor, thinks epilepsy. Me as the pain in the neck that i am agree its possible but in all 4 instances, he ate something that made him vomit then had a seizure. So, in my non technical, its no coincidence , pea brain, it tells me that its also possible the vomiting caused the seizure and not epilepsy. Vomiting has been known to cause seizures in dogs and humans. Time will tell. But your concern and many others, gives me a warm feeling. He is a great dog and we love him. He was poked and prodded by the doctor and a pair of vet techs. They all got a dose of face kisses and loved it. Shadow, not me of course.

Deena Z Gotcha. Shadow isn't eating/chewing plants and shrubs, right? Many, even azalea and rhododendrons, ... Read more

Deena Z Gotcha. Shadow isn't eating/chewing plants and shrubs, right? Many, even azalea and rhododendrons, cause vomiting and seizures in dogs.

Richard Munson No he has an enclosed pen but grass can cause vomiting

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20 days ago

Richard Munson posted a note for Deena that says:

Interesting you mention vagus nerve issues because our regular vet talked about how vomiting can affect vagus nerve in dogs which can produce seizures. Topic ...Read more

Interesting you mention vagus nerve issues because our regular vet talked about how vomiting can affect vagus nerve in dogs which can produce seizures. Topic of conversation among many Wednesday at the neuro surgeons visit with shadow.

Deena Z Absolutely, Richard. The vagus nerve (with humans) is especially triggered at a chronic-level by deh ... Read more

Deena Z Absolutely, Richard. The vagus nerve (with humans) is especially triggered at a chronic-level by dehydration and overexertion. Don't know if that relates to Shadow. -- Interesting given he was outside most of the time with the seizures. The solution, as told to me by four doctors, was to up my sodium intake to prevent dehydration. Hah, that is an easy do!

Richard Munson Yes, then they would bitch about your blood pressure. I witnessed the 4th seizure in the house from s ... Read more

Richard Munson Yes, then they would bitch about your blood pressure. I witnessed the 4th seizure in the house from start to finish. 1/2 hour after he ate the first 3 chapters of a book i was reading. He vomited, immediately fell to the floor and had a 2 minute grand mal seizure. Longest 2 minutes of my life. Running in place, foaming at the mouth , eyes up in his head, moaning, panting. The first one last year i ran outside and tried to help him. Not recommended but i lost it. He bit down on my hand and went right thru to the other side. Had to lie about cause in the emergency room to avoid quarantine. Blamed a nail. tomorrow should be an interesting vet visit. 3 neuro surgeons and one specializes in seizures.

Deena Z I feel so bad for Shadow- -that’s scary to
watch and even harder to experience. Talk about feeli ... Read more

Deena Z I feel so bad for Shadow- -that’s scary to
watch and even harder to experience. Talk about feeling helpless. Want to hear all about the vet experience. You’re a good dad.
PS- lol, said the same thing to docs re- BP

Ana Brusso Richard, when is our Shadow’s neurosurgeon appointment? I will be praying for good news. 🙏❤️ ... Read more

Ana Brusso Richard, when is our Shadow’s neurosurgeon appointment? I will be praying for good news. 🙏❤️

Pamela Gregory Poor Shadow (any you having to watch him!). I hope they can figure out how to prevent these seizures... Read more

Pamela Gregory Poor Shadow (any you having to watch him!). I hope they can figure out how to prevent these seizures.

Richard Munson Appointment is wednesday

Ana Brusso If it’s this Wednesday it’s my birthday so we are going to know how they can help our Shadow. A g ... Read more

Ana Brusso If it’s this Wednesday it’s my birthday so we are going to know how they can help our Shadow. A good day. 🙏❤️

Richard Munson Happy 20 th birthday ana. Today is our vet visit

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22 days ago

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Ruth joy posted a note for Deena that says:

Thank you Deena ,

Remembering Patsy and her much loved and very loving Andrew

xxxxx

Deena Z ♥️

Ana Brusso She’s never forgotten. Classy lady. Hope Andrew is doing well. 🙏❤️

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43 days ago

Ruth joy posted a note for Deena that says:

Dear Deena ,
I hope that you are okay .
Ana ‘s going for an investigative angiogram xxx.

Deena Z Oh, thank-you, Ruth. Prayers asap to our one-and-only Ana.

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️�... Read more

Deena Z Oh, thank-you, Ruth. Prayers asap to our one-and-only Ana.

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

Ana Brusso Yes my dear godchild, to see how big a brain aneurysm is and what to do next.

Deena Z Oh my gosh, had no idea, Godmom. Will be thinking of you often with prayers. (If anything has to be d ... Read more

Deena Z Oh my gosh, had no idea, Godmom. Will be thinking of you often with prayers. (If anything has to be done, hope it is minimally invasive) ❤️🙏

Ana Brusso Me too

Kimberly Eisenhut Ana, they do amazing things now and I know you'll be just fine. Unfortunately my little sister lost h ... Read more

Kimberly Eisenhut Ana, they do amazing things now and I know you'll be just fine. Unfortunately my little sister lost her life at 13 of one at stem of her brain, but was undetected and sudden. Back then, very few options or hospitals that could fix it. I'm so glad and grateful we live in a time these things can be found and repaired🙏🫶❤️ please keep us posted so we can pray for and support you the best we can.

Ana Brusso Thank you Kimberly. Will do. 🙏❤️

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54 days ago

Richard Munson posted a note for Deena that says:

Yes, stairs were not the easiest to master after my surgery but my visiting therapist who came to the house once i got home showed me a few tricks. Mostly taking ...Read more

Yes, stairs were not the easiest to master after my surgery but my visiting therapist who came to the house once i got home showed me a few tricks. Mostly taking your sweet time. I found showering to be the most tiring. The chair helped. Nancy outside staring at me thru the glass doors was not the best. I might have yelled what are you looking at. Reminded me of my first communal shower after gym practice. Yes, i faced the wall.

Deena Z Richard, i can’t imagine you being bashful.:).

Ana Brusso Neither do I 😂

Deena Z Godmom- 🤣!

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68 days ago

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Ruth joy posted a note for Deena that says:

Deena Z Back at ya, Ruth and Fidel. Heart warriors and pals forever.

Richard Munson I thought i was your pal.

Deena Z Richard, you have your own special level, bestie!!!!❤️

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237 days ago

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Richard Munson posted a note for Deena that says:

Saturday we have our first canine chiropractor appointment so we are hoping for the best. Its never easy.

Rose Madura

Ana Brusso Praying for a good result. 🙏

Deena Z It’s not easy. I bet you feel you can never do enough to figure out what is going on with Shadow. ... Read more

Deena Z It’s not easy. I bet you feel you can never do enough to figure out what is going on with Shadow. Just said a prayer for Shadow. He is a warrior too.

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238 days ago

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Richard Munson posted a note for Deena that says:

Have done a ton of reading since your zinc deficiency post. I really appreciate it. We help more than heart patients. Its not so much a deficiency as it is ...Read more

Have done a ton of reading since your zinc deficiency post. I really appreciate it. We help more than heart patients. Its not so much a deficiency as it is processing it. His food and his daily vitamin have zinc. His food is salmon based as are his training treats. I also discovered that chiropractic might help so we are exploring that. Our groomer is a trained animal chiropractor. We go friday for a consult and grooming. Because he was outside and unattended for both episodes we have no knowledge of whether he ate something or what. His area is fenced in but squirrels, rabbits and birds can enter thru small openings. Its not a clean room. It could be canine epilepsy which there is no way to diagnose it other than a process of elimination. Plus, until it gets more frequent, it adds to the mystery. More frequent not being high on our list of wants. Again deena, thank you, you are great.

Deena Z My pleasure, I feel for you both. Also- thinking you probably don't use pesticides on grass, but th ... Read more

Deena Z My pleasure, I feel for you both. Also- thinking you probably don't use pesticides on grass, but that can also be a cause. Toxins in general. ❤️

Richard Munson Correct. At this point its a mystery. In many cases they point to epilepsy as a last resort as there ... Read more

Richard Munson Correct. At this point its a mystery. In many cases they point to epilepsy as a last resort as there is no test for it. Process of elimination. We will try a few of the easier things like watching him like a hawk while outside, stopping his flea and tick pill, and consulting with a dog chiropractor to check his alignment. He eats the finest and gets plenty of zinc so we are for now not yet going into panic mode. Unless it occurs more frequently. As siberian huskies are one of the epilepsy breeds its always possible. Our previous 6 sled dogs never had it nor any of our daughters either but maybe the odds are against us. All dog breeds have their more common traits. One reason why mixed breed dogs tend to be healthier i am told. Thank you again for your insight. Truly an adams angel of the first degree.

Deena Z

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245 days ago

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Richard Munson posted a note for Deena that says:

I never knew that trees and plants speak to each other. So the scream i heard from those daffodils after shadow lifted his leg today was not my imagination. ...Read more

I never knew that trees and plants speak to each other. So the scream i heard from those daffodils after shadow lifted his leg today was not my imagination.

Fidel Martínez Ruiz Yes I see the daffodils looking to the other side like escaping from Shadow.

Richard Munson You would think they might welcome the drink. Rodney dangerfield, no respect.

Deena Z You both are too much, in a good way.
Here you go:
Plants release chemicals into the air or soi ... Read more

Deena Z You both are too much, in a good way.
Here you go:
Plants release chemicals into the air or soil to send messages. For example, if a daffodil is under attack by pests, it might release certain chemicals that warn nearby plants to boost their own defenses.

Richard Munson I also release a chemical into the air when i feel threatened by pasts. It may be age related however ... Read more

Richard Munson I also release a chemical into the air when i feel threatened by pasts. It may be age related however.

J Alexander Lassally Botanist Deena in the house !

Fidel Martínez Ruiz No respect, as said Rodney!

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275 days ago

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Michael Ponzio posted a note for Deena that says:

Very similar story in my case. I’m glad to hear you are doing so well. God bless you. I feel very fortunate to be at Mt. Sinai with Dr. El Hamamsy

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305 days ago

Richard Munson posted a note for Deena that says:

Deena, stop shoveling snow for starters. Thats a very young persons chore. Hope you can get your unraveling repaired easily. I have been unraveling for years. ...Read more

Deena, stop shoveling snow for starters. Thats a very young persons chore. Hope you can get your unraveling repaired easily. I have been unraveling for years. A special prayer for you today from richard, nancy and shadow. Shadows prayers are really worth a lot.

Deena Z oh my gosh, Shadow too. That's the best. And Nancy doesn't even know me. You're the best. Thank-y ... Read more

Deena Z oh my gosh, Shadow too. That's the best. And Nancy doesn't even know me. You're the best. Thank-you, Richard. Well, yeah, I thought the shoveling would be some good exercise, but not, huh.

Richard Munson I know that shoveling over 50 is a no no, ESPECIALLY, a heart warrior. That being said, i know you lo ... Read more

Richard Munson I know that shoveling over 50 is a no no, ESPECIALLY, a heart warrior. That being said, i know you look well under 50 but still, as i say to shadow when he acts up. “ knock it off”. We bought our mid 50’s son a snow blower for xmas.

Deena Z Oh, yes, I am way under 50 at the age of 67.

I didn't realize snow shoveling was a no-no for the ov... Read more

Deena Z Oh, yes, I am way under 50 at the age of 67.

I didn't realize snow shoveling was a no-no for the over 50 crowd, if you feel fit. It was just our porch and walkway, but I looked it up and you are spot-on. Thanks for advising; save a life.

And...
Nice present for your son. He must have been thrilled!! Or perhaps put a harness on Shadow and let him move a plow, would he enjoy it??

Richard Munson Couch potato husky. We did enjoy a nice walk today in 40 plus degree temps. Melting the snow. But he ... Read more

Richard Munson Couch potato husky. We did enjoy a nice walk today in 40 plus degree temps. Melting the snow. But he managed to power thru a few sidewalk drifts along the way.

J Alexander Lassally Hey D - do you think they will need to do something with it, or leave it alone?

Kimberly Eisenhut Yes, Deena, shoveling snow is just a no no. Do almost anything else please. An old friend of my famil ... Read more

Kimberly Eisenhut Yes, Deena, shoveling snow is just a no no. Do almost anything else please. An old friend of my familys husband had a massive heart attack with no warning at 39 years old shoveling heavy snow. Was in construction, great shape and otherwise healthy. She had 3 girls under the age of 5 at the time. Just not worth it. She was left with raising 3 children on her own and ws from Germany and hardly spoke any English to boot. Not an easy time for sure. She is doing well now and girls are all grown, but I would not wish that on anyone. I used to be very stubborn about it too and did it anyway often, but a few years ago I had pretty bad pain afterwards and felt like i couldnt breathe. I stopped after that.

Deena Z J- will provide an update on what Mt Sinai says.
Kimberly- that’s really sad at any age let alo ... Read more

Deena Z J- will provide an update on what Mt Sinai says.
Kimberly- that’s really sad at any age let alone 39. Thx for the share
Does make me wonder that some of the surgeons state lifting very heavy weights or pushing cardio full max is ok after a full recovery from OHS surgery.

Kimberly Eisenhut It is odd that it always seems to be when people shovel heavy snow, not sure what it is about heavy s ... Read more

Kimberly Eisenhut It is odd that it always seems to be when people shovel heavy snow, not sure what it is about heavy snow that is different than lifting .

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305 days ago

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Ruth joy posted a note for Deena that says:

Dear Deena ,
I hope that you are okay and that it is just something that will settle down and heal on it ‘s own .
Hopefully the wire will have stayed in... Read more

Dear Deena ,
I hope that you are okay and that it is just something that will settle down and heal on it ‘s own .
Hopefully the wire will have stayed in place .
Take care

Deena Z Thank-you for your well wishes, Ruth.

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322 days ago

Ana Brusso posted a note for Deena that says:

My dear hvs godchild, how are you doing? Thank you for always sending good wishes. Have you gotten some of that cold weather? Stay warm and continue to be as ...Read more

My dear hvs godchild, how are you doing? Thank you for always sending good wishes. Have you gotten some of that cold weather? Stay warm and continue to be as kind as always. Love ❤️ and prayers 🙏

Deena Z Hi there Ana, my HVS godmom!

Oh, yes, it was really cold for several weeks and we had 12 inches o... Read more

Deena Z Hi there Ana, my HVS godmom!

Oh, yes, it was really cold for several weeks and we had 12 inches of snow. (Not fun.) It's now in the 50s today and making a dent in melting the ice. Your weather in CA right now must be terrific. And you are not near the fires, I believe, so that's good too. Godspeed. Stay well too.

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323 days ago

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Dave Carney posted a note for Deena that says:

Thanks for your kind words and advice Deena, it’s much appreciated! On the road now to Indianapolis!

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393 days ago

Richard Munson posted a note for Deena that says:

I can only say this about sled dogs and including shadow we have had 6. 4 huskies and 2 malamutes. All had predatory instincts regards small animals. Yukon ...Read more

I can only say this about sled dogs and including shadow we have had 6. 4 huskies and 2 malamutes. All had predatory instincts regards small animals. Yukon used to catch birds in mid flight. Cassie, my heart surgery girl, as much as i loved her had a string of incidents including a woodchuck that got into her pen , we were not home but it must have been ugly requiring snout stitches on her but her favorite was rabbits. The mystery was why they kept going in her pen. One would think the word would be out in the rabbit facebook page that certain death awaits in this enclosure. Of course she always got worms after so another vet bill. The vet used to say laughingly, oh oh, cassie ate another rabbit.

Deena Z Got it. Snack food

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394 days ago

Richard Munson posted a note for Deena that says:

Funny you bring up the couch for teething. Our kitchen table legs have shadows imprint in many places. All of our wonderful dogs left their marks over the years. ...Read more

Funny you bring up the couch for teething. Our kitchen table legs have shadows imprint in many places. All of our wonderful dogs left their marks over the years. Maybe yukon our alaskan malamute way back when may have taken the trophy when he wanted in while we were out and ate through the kitchen wall. When we returned, there he was inside wagging his tail wanting to know why we were upset. That one was expensive.

Deena Z Unbelievable. How can any dog eat through a wall!! Hope it wasnt in the winter.

Richard Munson It was in january and it was a hole you can only dream about. He weighed in at 130 so picture size of ... Read more

Richard Munson It was in january and it was a hole you can only dream about. He weighed in at 130 so picture size of hole. He ate one stud in half. It was a 5 hour demolishing project. As it turned out, we had a carpenter convert the opening to a door in the spring but the rest of the winter it was a piece of plywood. Way way back we had a husky named nikita who tore the drapes off a window and converted it into bite sized bits. Just today i was eating a store bought blueberry muffin and the paper cup fell on the floor. It was inhaled in one piece so fast by sweet little shadow i never had a second to extract it. Into the mouth, over the gums, look out stomach hear it comes. We love them though.

Deena Z And a stud- woof.
They need major chew toys.

So… my neighbor has three dogs, one is a hus ... Read more

Deena Z And a stud- woof.
They need major chew toys.

So… my neighbor has three dogs, one is a husky.
Husky killed mother and father squirrels in spring. Why, dunno.
They adopted their baby squirrel to attempt amends. Baby stayed in their home for 5 months and then was released. Lives nearby now. Huskies- no dull moments .

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396 days ago

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Richard Munson posted a note for Deena that says:

You may be right about becoming a softie. Yesterday a poor little snake and today a struggling bumblebee in the cold. Changing my name to dr. Doolittle. ...Read more

You may be right about becoming a softie. Yesterday a poor little snake and today a struggling bumblebee in the cold. Changing my name to dr. Doolittle. He tried to sting me after saving his life. I get no respect.

Deena Z You’re right behind Rodney Dangerfield.

Richard Munson Maybe dr. Doolittle not a good name. That was what i called my first cardiologist when he kept tellin ... Read more

Richard Munson Maybe dr. Doolittle not a good name. That was what i called my first cardiologist when he kept telling me my mitral valve was ok when it was not.

Susan Lynn I think the bee tried to sting you because you're sooooo sweet, Richard!

Richard Munson Thats very nice. I accept.

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419 days ago

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Richard Munson posted a note for Deena that says:

If my cardiologist tells me i don’t need an echo to save money in january appointment he will be sent to the showers with a don’t let the door slam ...Read more

If my cardiologist tells me i don’t need an echo to save money in january appointment he will be sent to the showers with a don’t let the door slam you in the butt message. Boy, do you need a new doctor heart valve sister. Even shadow thought that was a stupid idea.

Deena Z (Laughing). Thanks for the share.

Kimberly Eisenhut I'd want the peace of mind once a year. I do think it is probably an individual decision, but you'd t ... Read more

Kimberly Eisenhut I'd want the peace of mind once a year. I do think it is probably an individual decision, but you'd think they would say better safe than sorry.

Deena Z I know, Kimberly. Or at-least say every other year.

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454 days ago

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Ruth joy posted a note for Deena that says:

Yay !!!🎉😊

Ana Brusso Did I missed something? Deena is my hvs godchild. Please tell me. 🙏❤️

Deena Z Hi HvS godmom, you didn't really miss anything. Thanks for watching over me:). I had just posted a s ... Read more

Deena Z Hi HvS godmom, you didn't really miss anything. Thanks for watching over me:). I had just posted a shout- out to all that it was fantastic HVS.com was the number one cardiac website again this year.

Ana Brusso Oh good to hear dear godchild. Be well. 🙏❤️😍🤗

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477 days ago

Richard Munson posted a note for Deena that says:

I am sorry to hear about maxie. Parting with loved ones is an awful phase of life and i know how ugly it can be. Maxie was more than just a bird for you, he ...Read more

I am sorry to hear about maxie. Parting with loved ones is an awful phase of life and i know how ugly it can be. Maxie was more than just a bird for you, he was a link to your past. We had a chocolate cream cake for the birthday bash. The cream being vanilla pudding of course. It was amazing. I was given the ok to drive but with dark glasses so i may visit a local car show today with top up to minimize sun glare. Might try a brief shadow walk monday. No pulling allowed. Bending down also a no no as it puts pressure on your eyes. Nancy can be our pooper scooper. I am so far pleased with surgery results. I think you said your friend had the laser option. If it works, it was worth the out of pocket 2 grand.

Richard Munson Made a last minute decision to not go to car show and rest my eye instead. No sense pushing the envel ... Read more

Richard Munson Made a last minute decision to not go to car show and rest my eye instead. No sense pushing the envelope just cuz it feels better.

Deena Z You so got it. Maxie was a major link to my past. Yes, my friend did have the laser cataract surge ... Read more

Deena Z You so got it. Maxie was a major link to my past. Yes, my friend did have the laser cataract surgery and it cost (drum role, please) $12,000 out-of-pocket and then was told to bill his health insurance to receive reimbursement for the traditional surgery payment. (Went to a surgeon in an upscale area of Washington, DC obviously.) Not sure what he ended up getting back in $$. Cake with the vanilla pudding so much better than icing. My neighbor just made a chocolate cherry cake. The filling was rum-soaked cherries. Can't get that at most bakeries, of the few that still exist today. Have a relaxing Sunday and enjoy watching your better-half scoop-the-poop!

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478 days ago

Richard Munson posted a note for Deena that says:

You need to try a pistachio martini. It was very tasty. Seafood restaurant. They have a huge martini menu. We had quite a gang over today and shadow got to ...Read more

You need to try a pistachio martini. It was very tasty. Seafood restaurant. They have a huge martini menu. We had quite a gang over today and shadow got to meet cousin luna. Both daughters, nancys sister and one grandson. Celebrated nancy 80 th birthday coming up in a couple of weeks. Both dogs got along fine. Got me thinking about your parrot and wondering how she or he is doing.

Deena Z Well, Richard, you were adventurous with your drink choice, which is admirable. I always say that no ... Read more

Deena Z Well, Richard, you were adventurous with your drink choice, which is admirable. I always say that no matter how old one gets there are always "good firsts" and always blessings. What was the cake for Nancy's birthday? I thought you liked coconut. As for my parrot, you have a good memory! She was my Mother's and was given to her by my eldest brother; both of whom passed away decades ago. Maxie was put to rest two years ago, broke my heart, but she was really suffering from a major stroke. I know you totally get that. She was my buddy for 21 years and about 90 years old in Maximillian Pionus parrot years. A good ride, but too short for me, of course.

Rose Madura Happy birthday to Nancy. The talk about a pistachio martini reminds me of Nancy's Pistachio Cake!

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496 days ago

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Richard Munson posted a note for Deena that says:

I can’t picture my sweet deena kicking the coke machine, which reminds me of a very funny coffee machine skit between tim conway and harvey korman on carol ...Read more

I can’t picture my sweet deena kicking the coke machine, which reminds me of a very funny coffee machine skit between tim conway and harvey korman on carol burnett show. If there are any folks who want some great laughs watch some u tube videos of tim making harvey laugh like the dentist scene, for one. Just don’t watch right after hvs or you may pop your zipper.

J Alexander Lassally Did someone say coke...?!! (Cocaine and heart surgery are quite the combination - maybe we could do ... Read more

J Alexander Lassally Did someone say coke...?!! (Cocaine and heart surgery are quite the combination - maybe we could do a Netflix mini series. ....) Just kidding.

Richard Munson Maybe a t shirt. I get high on heart surgery.

Rose Madura I loved the Carol Burnett show! Hilarious.😂

Sue Maize Me too Rose—I can start chuckling just thinking about the Scarlett and Rhett episode with her and H ... Read more

Sue Maize Me too Rose—I can start chuckling just thinking about the Scarlett and Rhett episode with her and Harvey Korman. 😂

Deena Z Oh, kicked it many times, lol. I didnt want to lose my ten cents for that coke!!!

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498 days ago

Richard Munson posted a note for Deena that says:

I do remember the open hydrants in summer being a city boy. I saw a kids bathing suit get ripped off his body from the pressure. Of course in todays world someone ...Read more

I do remember the open hydrants in summer being a city boy. I saw a kids bathing suit get ripped off his body from the pressure. Of course in todays world someone would complain about wasting water. Take away all the fun.

Deena Z I hear ya. Haven’t seen kids playing in an open fire hydrant in many decades. Not even sprinklers ... Read more

Deena Z I hear ya. Haven’t seen kids playing in an open fire hydrant in many decades. Not even sprinklers.😂

Richard Munson They actually had a doo hicky they could attach to the hydrant to make it a sprinkler. We rode our bi ... Read more

Richard Munson They actually had a doo hicky they could attach to the hydrant to make it a sprinkler. We rode our bikes thru it and water would shoot into the air. We had baseball cards attached to the spokes on the tires to make exhaust sounds.

Ana Brusso I have seen the open hydrants when I lived in New York just a few years ago.

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506 days ago

Richard Munson posted a note for Deena that says:

You are right about it being a part time job to be an advocate for your own health. It is easy to be brushed off and to just roll over and take it. I understand ...Read more

You are right about it being a part time job to be an advocate for your own health. It is easy to be brushed off and to just roll over and take it. I understand the concept, after all, they have a ton of patients. But i care about his most important patient, me. After getting all the rubber stamp questions so they can fill out the paperwork there never seems to be time to discuss why you are actually there. Don’t be looking at your watch on my visit. Knowing that requires a little extra push back during your face to face, and not hostility just taking a stand regarding your own health. I now also do it at the vets. Shadow needs me to be his advocate. I”m up to it. Why a written list of questions is a good thing. It’s the old adage, they put their pants on the same way you do. Not sure thats politically correct any more. Lol.

Rose Madura Richard, I can relate. My Richard went to his first cardiologist appointment last year and she asked ... Read more

Rose Madura Richard, I can relate. My Richard went to his first cardiologist appointment last year and she asked him what's been going on. He's a jokester and said, "Well, how much time do you have?" Her response was "15 minutes." 😕

Richard Munson Thats good. My pcp nurse once asked me what i’m up to these days. I said around 6-5.

Deena Z For sure, there is a fine line between being assertive and highly annoying. Humor must help a lot, ... Read more

Deena Z For sure, there is a fine line between being assertive and highly annoying. Humor must help a lot, so Richard is a pro there. These 15 minute appointments for a new problem are a bad idea whose time has come. I switch docs, when they take their stop watches out!

Richard Munson I Try to speed things along by saying 205 no change, 6-5 no change. Lets do blood pressure. Funny how ... Read more

Richard Munson I Try to speed things along by saying 205 no change, 6-5 no change. Lets do blood pressure. Funny how bp can change from taker to taker, from cuff to cuff. When you take it at home the directions say to rest for awhile beforehand. At doctors, you walk a mile to the exam room , sit on the table and they slap it on.

Deena Z So true, R!