Sadly, I was not allowed to visit Human Granny in the rehabilitation hospital before we returned to Aberdeen a couple of days ago. This was disappointing 'cos there is a sign there saying dogs are allowed in the day room. But it seems that during visiting hours patients are usually sat by their beds on the ward.
Anyway, Gail assures me that HGY is really much better, and even walking again, just a few steps and with the help of a frame and a friendly physiotherapist. In fact, the doctors have described her recovery from her life-threatening brain illness (presumed viral encephalitis) as "astonishing". I am promised we will be going down to Nottingham again in a week or so, so cross paws that I will be able to check her out for myself soon.
In Duthie Park, I find the crocuses out in full force, wind battered but still vibrant. I persuade Gail that it would be nice for Human Granny to have a card with a photo of me and the crocuses by her bedside, so people can talk about me, saying things like "what a cute dog" and "you don't see so many of them these days".
I hope you too like the results of the photoshoot.
What a cute dog....
ReplyDeleteand I usta see 2 of ya bein' walked 'round here... but not lately.
Lovely flowers, too...
Lookin adorable as always Bertie.
ReplyDeleteAnd dat are great news bout HGY. Hope ya can see her soon.
We think that should be framed.....or made into a card. It's gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteHip, hip Aaaarrrrooooo for HGY, what an incredible lady!
We think she should tape all the compliments you get, so you can hear them.
We agree that the photo should be framed and/or made into a card. Great idea.
ReplyDeleteFantastic news about HGY! What a relief. Sending much love for her walking and full recovery. She's tough. Thank goodness.
Hope you and Gail are able to rejuvenate and rest at home.
Much love,
Tootsie & Renee & Dachshund Daddy
It's difficult to outshine a field of crocus Bertie but you've done it. The card will be a tonic. No quite as good as a gin and tonic but almost. Good news regarding HGY.
ReplyDeleteGreat photo Bertie. My human had a old New Zealand university friend of hers get viral encephalitis while he was working in London about ten years ago, and he made a full recovery. He is back to the way he always was. We have our paws crossed for the same outcome for your HGY.
ReplyDeleteLove and woofs,
Riley
Hari OM
ReplyDeletehere's to HGY's continued improvements (and to you getting to visit)...
Crikey, who's the handsome bloke among the blossoms??? &*<> Hugs and wags, YAM-aunty xxx
(pee ess adorable shots; your portrait photographer is worth her weight in hugs...)
Great news about Gran and Bertie your Spring photoshoot was pawsome looking very handsome and dapper there my fine friend. Have a serene and easy Sunday.
ReplyDeleteBest wishes Molly
YAY, well done HGY, what great news! I'm sure HGY will be delighted with your photo Bertie, you look so handsome.
ReplyDeleteLoves and licky kisses
Princess Leah xxx
Oh my! What wonderful news, and Good Job HGY! No face to the wall for her.
ReplyDeleteIn honor of our 100yr old Aunt Marie, we award HGY the honorary "Energizer Bunny" award sponsored by TIMEX, because she ""takes a lickin and keeps on tickin' "
So now we all know how old the muzzer is, right?
And we like the card
Oh that's great Bertie! And I hope you will meet your granny when you are back in Nottingham. Maybe you can send her that wonderful photo of you with that crocuses, so she hasn't to wait till next week to see her beloved Bertie :o)
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HGY will love that pic of you next to her bed and we are so happy to hear she is doing better
ReplyDeleteWE are so GLAD to hear that HGY is doing better...
ReplyDeleteOMD the Pictures of you in the field of Crocus... it is GORGEOUS....
Beautiful! I've never seen so many crocuses (croci?) at once. Great news about HGY! I imagine Gail must be relieved to return home (and to work)--an unpaid leave would worry me, a bit.
ReplyDeleteOH MY WFT...BERTIE WAS A GORGEOUS PHOTO OF YOU AND THE PURPLE POSES!! FOR SURE HGY WOULD ADORE A PHOTO OF YOU BY HER BED...HUGS TO YOU AND GAIL AND WE ARE SO EXTREMELY HAPPY TO HEAR ABOUT HGY WONDERFUL PROGRESS SHE IS A VERY STRONG AND DETERMINED LADY
ReplyDeleteHUGS MADI AND MOM
We like that top photo because it looks like you're looking right at HGY. We are SO glad she is doing better. What a gal!! Enjoy your time at home!
ReplyDelete-Bart, Ruby and Otto
That is great news about your Granny. We know she will love that picture of you.
ReplyDeleteWe know that will brighten your hooman granny's day!
ReplyDeleteYour Pals,
Murphy & Stanley
Could we send HGY a springtime card wishing her well? I'd like to do that if I knew where to send it. In the meantime she will have the pup parked in a field of flowers. I am thrilled for her great improvement!
ReplyDeleteJo, Stella and Zkhat
So happy she us improving. Those flowers are making me drool we still have snow
ReplyDeleteRetro rover
What great news about Granny
ReplyDeleteLily & Edward
So Glad Granny is making a recovery....and your right, we don't see many of you or those flowers!
ReplyDeleteThe Mad Scots
Bertie - That card with you amid the beauty of nature is bound to bring a smile to HGY's face !
ReplyDeletePurple is your color! Glad HGY is doing so well!
ReplyDeleteWell where is the sign that says dogs not allowed on crocuses! Your ass is flatting the flowers, you are putting them at a horizontally level. We pray HGY continues to improve daily.
ReplyDeleteThanks for being a friend
Sweet William The Scot
Bertie, you look fabulous in purple. Terrier hugs and well wishes for Grandma.
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Wyatt and Stanzie
Bertie, you look fabulous in purple. Terrier hugs and well wishes for Grandma.
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Wyatt and Stanzie