Betty's unwell again, having initially perked up yesterday afternoon she's now listless and restless again, has been sick and has the runs. I really don't think it's just a sensitive stomach because of her age, these episodes of D&V are coming more and more often and I'm very worried about her. We've got a vet appointment this afternoon. Apart from anything else, as we're off on holiday on Friday, I really don't relish the prospect of her being unwell and possibly being sick all week in someone else's house, it wouldn't be much of a holiday for her or us.
Bad things always happen when you don't want them to - not that there's ever a good time.
Yesterday, a family member sent a message saying they were sorry to hear I'm a bit down (a bit down?! Oh really??) and attached a photo of a sunset on a beautiful beach, clearly not in this country, saying they hoped it would cheer me up. Turns out they're in Lake Garda, Italy, their 2nd holiday in as many months - I didn't even know they were going, either time. Honestly, how they thought a photo of their lovely foreign holiday would 'cheer me up' I don't know, it's so absolutely tone deaf. They've got zero conception of how our life is nowadays. I could have cried. I don't begrudge them their holidays or feel jealous, not at all, they've worked hard all their lives and deserve a nice retirement life. But I honestly wish some people, family and friends who should know better, could live in our shoes for a couple of days. I was also firmly put in my place by a long-standing friend the other day, which cut me to the quick.
I'm just feeling very sorry for myself at the moment, and worried sick. Sometimes I just feel like saying 'sod the lot of you' and going off to live on a desert island.
Definitely tone deaf and completely thoughtless. Sending hugs.
ReplyDeleteI'm back to Lancashire tonight ready for mother's appointments. Dreading it. Xx
So insensitive of them. I can't believe how thoughtless some people are.
ReplyDeleteI hope Betty is OK. If it's not one thing, it's another, isn't it?
I've got everything crossed for a nice, quiet, relaxing break for you. No aggro, no dramas, just a gentle time away. xx
Some people just don't want to look. On a cheery note, your post are back on my feed, I can see you again along with John Grey, just need everyone else's to show.
ReplyDeleteOther people's behaviour can drive me mad! I hope you can get to the bottom.of Betty's illness. As you know, I lost my 9yr old bunny last week (very old in bunny years) and for the last 8 years I'd planned our lives around him & his brother (who died 6 months ago), so obvs they were very dear to me. I've lost count of the thoughtful people who've said "oh, well, it's just a bunny". No idea!!!!
ReplyDeleteThat's a very thoughtless thing to do by your relatives. I do hope Betty gets better soon and the vet can figure out why she's frequently had this. It's such a worry when our pets are ill as we love them so much. Hope you have a lovely holiday you really deserve a nice break away.
ReplyDeleteSally x
Sorry to hear Betty is poorly again and it is a concern that it keeps happening. Your relative was very thoughtless and I’m sorry to hear that your friend wasn’t nice to you. Catriona
ReplyDeleteAfter many such comments/photos from family/friends when I was a carer, I just used to respond with 'well, it's lovely that you've still a world full of options to choose from, but if ever the day comes when you're a carer, you'll realise your options become minimal. '. Used to really pee me off so much, I cut a lot of people out and have never revived the connections.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry that Betty’s unwell again. Hope she perks up and recovers ready for your holiday. You’re rightly worried about her and we all wish her (and you ) well. Do gooders who always know best naff me off. Insensitive know alls who think it’s ok to say whatever they want. Ignore them all Sooze. Hoping things do improve for your trip x
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry that Betty is not well again. I know that this is a big worry for you. ((Hugs)).
ReplyDeleteGod bless.
I understand how you feel about the card...rather insensitive of her. She knows you can't be there so why the suggestion of a tropical holiday? Oh well... And sorry about your friend nailing you! And Poor Betty!!! Saying a prayer for her now...And you!
ReplyDeleteTry feeding her cooked unseasoned hamburger meat, white rice and a tablespoon of pumpkin puree'...good for diarrhea and vomiting.
BIG hug
Donna