Oh man, I don't want to do this blog post, but here goes. Most of you who read my blog regularly know Bob, but if you don't, he's probably the closest thing I have to a grandchild right now. And for those of you who don't know him--this is Bob--
Back in February I put up this blog post about him. He was having trouble with his leg which actually started sometime in January. Well, to refresh everyone's memory there was a scare that he may have had cancer in his leg---but 99.9%--no cancer is what the doctor had told them. And...guess what? A couple of weeks later he had another flare-up in his leg and after more tests--yes it was cancer. And unfortunately a very serious form of cancer that attacks the blood vessels, and usually starts in an organ. Bob was lucky in the fact that it went to his leg.
He still his leg though. For the last 3 months they've been doing a procedure on it that brings the cancer up to the surface--his leg has had a cast/bandage on it all of these months. It's working...they think----they have to wait until the leg heals and then they can do more tests.
But...in the meantime, Bob just finished 6 weeks of chemotherapy--but he was a trooper--he went through it well, all things considered. If the cancer hasn't cleared up in his leg, they'll have to amputate it and another round of chemo. It never ends! The prognosis for this type of cancer is not very good. Please everyone, he needs your prayers!
I really really didn't want to blog about this, but I know how everyone enjoys Bob--and he really needs your support right now.
Okay. how about some more "happy" news. Leo is suffering and I'm feeling very guilty right now. I'm calling the Dr.'s next week to see exactly what they do for a dying turtle. I honestly don't know how long it takes for a turtle to let go, but if it's like anything else that they do, probably very very slowly. I'm very very sad right now.
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I'm so sorry to read this about Bob and Leo. I'm sending lots of positive energy yourway. Hang in there!
Oh Diane, Diane. I am so sorry about Bob. How it hurts to have your family pet members ill. I feel your pain and sorry about turtle too. I do hope Bob is not in pain. My Chorizo was on steroids most of her life. I miss her so much even though I have chocolatte and chippy, chorizo was the trooper, she trooper that is. Sorry again, my thoughts are with you and I will say a little prayer for Bob. I will ask God to please watch over your little Bob. ::hugs::
...and Leo too.
Beautiful and cute dog!
Have a nice weekend, kisses.
Many prayers for Bob and Leo coming your way! So sorry about your little pumpkin. So sad when they suffer. I had dogs from birth to death for 35 years. It's been four years without, but we babysit a poodle several times a year to get our fix. My oldest guy was 18 and a little geriatric patient in the end! I hope Bob sees some quality of life very soon!
Big hugs Sherrie
So sorry to read about Bob and Leo. Hang in there, Diane. Our critter are so very important in our lives and they know we love them and care for them. Wishing you, Bob, and Leo well.
Hi Diane,
Firstly don't feel guilty for blogging about these sorts of things. It's your blog and you can blog about anything!
I'm soo sorry to hear about poor Bob dog! He is such a gorgeous, sweet looking guy.
Gosh, I didn't know they did Chemo on dogs. I hope that's done the trick.
I'll keep you and Bob in my thoughts.
Sending healing hugs for you Bob and Leo,
Anna
Oh, what a sad post. Poor Bob. I hope everything turns out well for him. And Leo--maybe it's time to let him go--You've taken such good care of him. I hope your vet can help.
Oh Diane, I am so sorry to hear about little Bob and Leo. I got chills reading this post and my heart goes out to you and your family. I have a pug and he has the same face as your cutie Bob. This must be ripping your heart out. My pug is my first pet ever and it scares me how attached to him I am and how much I love him.
I will keep your little ones and you in my thoughts and prayers.
Sending you a big hug. . .
Oh Bob!
Sending him and you all lots and lots of love and fairy dust.
Oh. Our furkids need all we can give them and Bob is lucky to have you. I'm going to go give my Maggie a big doggie hug for him.
Thinking about Leo too.
Ohhhhhh, Diane! My heart is breaking for you. I'm so very sorry to hear about Bob's bout with the Big "C". He's such a little trooper. I'm sending prayers 'as we speak' for him AND for Leo AND for YOU! Blessings and loving hugs, Terri xoxo
Hi Diane, sooooo sorry to hear about Bob, he looks like such a lovely little character. I'm sending you lots of hugs and best wishes for Leo too, and hope that Bob gets better very very soon! xxxx
Hugs Diane. I know how much they mean to you. Prayers coming your way.
Oh Diane, My heart goes out to you and your lovely family.
Bob and Leo mean so much to you all that I really hope that our prayers are heard and that they both rally well.
God's will in all things....
it's a hard time...
sending love, hugs and oodles of prayers!
x
I'm sending posotive thoughts your way,, healing will come from all this love everyone is sending,,what sweetness
O wow...
I'm so sorry for your sadness Diane! It's good to share this with everyone so we can pray for you and Bob and Leo!
Hang in there!
Lotus
I'm so sorry Diane)O: Bob is such a little cutie pie and he is such a fighter. I will be thinking of that little man! Poor Leo, I hope he's not in pain, he's lucky to have you!
Oh dear - I am so sorry to hear that your family is so sick. Poor you, poor Leo and poor Bob. I'm sending you all strength and hope all ends up okay... :(
Hugs~
Kelly
so sorry about your sweet friends. saying prayers for you and the critters you love.
I feel so sad for Bob and Leo....and for you and the family whose hearts have bonded so deeply with them. It must be heartbreaking for you all. I know I would feel like that if it were one of my 'pet-kids'. I will be keeping (((Leo and Bob))) in my thoughts and prayers, poor babies. :(
A special hug for you too, (((Diane)))...you are doing a great job and please, do keep us posted.
Love, light and peace,
Serena
Diane!
i am so sorry to read about bob, and of course little leo.
my best to you and to them.
take care.
It just makes my throat ache to read this post and that is OK I love pets. Darling Bob that dog has been through a lot and look at him so handsome yet.
Poor Leo and prayers are for you also this all has to be so painful becaues your worried about the suffering.
Really I think about this sometimes and how long do we get between frets, concerns,worries it just goes on and on it seems.
This entire post is very, very sad. First Bob, then Leo. You need some positive thoughts in your life right now. I know how sad and attached to both these little guys you are. I'm hoping things start looking up soon. And yes, we love reading about both Bob and Leo, even if the post is filled with sadness. We don't mind sharing the bad times along with the good ones.
Diane,
I'm very sorry to hear about Bob and Leo. A double whammy. I'm sending lots of healing energy your way for all of your family. Thanks for the blog post about both of them. Take care.
Sending lots of prayers your way. It's very difficult having a pet that's ill. We really do love them - they're family. Stay strong- and lots of prayers:)
You are absolutely right to blog us about Bob....we have really gotten attached to him....and we are definitely praying for him and for Leo. Such a precious dog and such a loving and caring master Mom....also love seeing your new goodies....wonderful as usual!!! HUGS TO YOU DIANE....sherry
Oh Diane, I don't even know what to say. My heart aches for you. I hope you can take some comfort in knowing that your efforts and care are nothing short of heroic. I know that Bob and Leo feel that love.
Diane...it pains me to read your words and hear that so much poop is happening to those you love :(
We are all holding you and these sweet creatures dear in our hearts and sending all the positive energy we can your way....
Diane, I am so sorry about Leo and Bob. Ya'll are in my prayers. Take care, Tina
Oh Diane I'm so sorry for you, Bob and Leo. You're doing all you can for them both, hang in there, they both sound like fighters. Sending you positive thoughts xxx
Oh Diane I am so sorry to hear about Bob and Leo having all these problems, it breaks my heart knowing what they are going through.
Sending you and them lots of love x
Diane you've been carrying a load of concern, to have both pets facing such serious illnesses. Praying for all of you.
((((((Bob, Leo, Diane)))))!
Oh Diane I am so sorry to hear all this news! I will definitely pray very hard for Bob and Leo! I have a very soft spot in my heart for God's little sweethearts and I will keep you in my heart thoughts each day! Please do let us all know if there is any change ok?
Love to all...
Tina xo
Such a dreadful time for you with your animals struggling. Sending them, and you, healing wishes. penny
Oh gosh Diane! I am so sorry to hear this news, and I am sad for you. I wish there was something I could say to make you feel better. I hope the best for Bob & Leo...whatever decisions you need to make will be difficult...I will keep you in my prayers.
Love and lots of healing to Bob and Leo, thank you for keeping us updated - look how many fans they both have! That little snoozing Bob photo totally melted me.
Oh my goodness - I'm sending lots of healing wishes for Bob and Leo. That last photo of Bob had me in tears - what a sweet little boy. So horrible that he has to go through so much pain right now. And Leo! Someone must know what to do for him??? :) They are both in my thoughts.
Oh Diane..I'm Just So Very Very Sorry! I'm Sitting Here Just Bawlin'..Been Like An Open Faucet For Me Lately. I Will Now Send Up Faithful Prayers For Bob and Continue Those For Leo! Sweet Girl..I'm So Sorry...Please Try And Keep The Faith! Sending You Some Love And A Big Southern Hug...
O gosh Diane. My heart goes out to you, Bob, Leo, and all caring family members.....I am sending every ounce of good karma and prayer I have to you for things to start getting better. Sending all my love.....have faith for the best.
I'm so sorry about Bob and Leo! I hope things get better fast! Don't forget to take care of yourself too.
Love and hugs to all three of you!
xoEsther
Good Vibes to You, Leo and Bob. I have a neighbor who went through the same thing with her dog. Sad Times.
oh my gosh,I'm so sorry you're going through so much. Saying lots of prayers for Bob and Leo. I can't believe how much Bob went through. So sad. Big hugs to you.
I'm glad you shared this with us so we can be praying for your precious pets.....I understand how much they mean to you........Big hugs to you.....
oh my gosh, your poor animals! sending you and yours light!
Oh sweet little Bob. Of course we want to know about Bob and what's going on with him. I'm really glad that you shared an update. I am sending love and light for sweet precious Mr. Bob. He is such a darling little guy.
Love,
Holly and Phoebe
oh diane,
oh my. i am so so sorry. diane, is it possible to put leo to sleep? just a deep gentle forever sleep?
diane, truly animals must have spirits, and go on to beautiful places, surely God does that. and while it may be little comfort, you have given Bob and Leo a good life. what perfect creatures God has made and how you have honored his precious creations. how you have blessed these babies and honored Gods glory. bless you diane.......my prayers and love are for you.
Hi Diane...sorry to hear that Leo isn't getting any better and poor Bob...
Mary
Oh bless, sending much love to Bob and you!
I'm so sorry you are going through this Diane. I am thing of you all. LOVE to you, xoxo
Sending l♥ving thoughts and prayers for Bob and Leo - and a big HUG for you.
Diane, I am really sorry to hear of Bob's trouble. I did always enjoy your posts about him. I believe dogs are family and I know God will hear our prayers for Bob. Twyla
I am so sorry for Bob-I'm sending prayers and positive vibes. Please keep us posted~ I am so behind, but will try to go back and read more~
Gosh, I will never understand why some suffer so much...xXx
I love turtles...poor Leo!
I agree, blog what you want and need to. Sometimes we just need to talk about life; it helps us cope~xXx
Sending prayers and hugs. So sad for both.
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