Kelly’s Stamp of Approval
This week in Kelly’s Stamp of Approval 14, I’m sharing why our dogs may be our best friends but they also give us some unpleasant surprises as well as Sushi’s near death experience! Find out what happens when I ask you for your opinions on my decorating choices, the unique party I’m throwing next weekend to celebrate a change in life and more.
It’s official … my life has spiraled out of control. File this under things they don’t tell you when you bring home an adorable puppy! Who knew when we brought Sushi home more than five and half years ago that I would have to deal with something called … an infected anal gland (don’t do a Google image search on this unless you want to have nightmares for life)!
I literally have never heard of this and to say I was horrified is an understatement. I took her bleeding butt to the vet and they sent us away with some antibiotics and a warning that, like a raging puss filled pimple, that thing could burst at any moment! If it does, I’ll have to sell the house!
She doesn’t realize the violation she’s about to endure. To make matters worse for her, I insisted they clip her nails after she got the old finger wave!
We also got a little scare when we let her out in our backyard and a few seconds later a fox sauntered over! Luckily, clueless Sushi didn’t notice the fox and the fox didn’t seem interested in her. We were able to call Sushi inside before she became fox food!
As you know, I always do my own thing when it comes to decorating but sometimes it’s nice to get opinions. If you follow me on Instagram @kelly.elko, you may have seen my post in my stories with this question about if I should keep these antique doors in my bathroom or not.
I’m experiencing Empty Nest 2.0! My twins went off to college together in 2018 but one wanted to transfer so she came home last semester to apply to different schools. She left a couple of days ago so now it’s just my hubby, Sushi and me! I’m excited that she’s closer and now just a car ride (but not too close that I can just pop in unannounced) instead of a flight away.
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Is it wrong that I’m having an Empty Nest 2.0 party next weekend? I’ve got to try and put a positive spin on it somehow and this seems like a fun way to do it! I’m trying to convince my hubby to make his famous ropa vieja (my favorite Cuban food) and I’ll have to share the recipe because it’s a crowd pleaser! I also can’t wait to impress my guest when I mix up drinks in my giant Sasquatch cocktail shaker that I got for my hubby (but we all know it’s really for me!) for Christmas. I also ordered Smart Ass! It’s a trivia game that I think will really liven things up.
That’s pretty much all I got this week because it’s been a whirlwind of taking my daughter out to lots of farewell dinners and shopping up a storm. If you have teens, 20 somethings or college bound kids, our go to online shops are ASOS for super affordable and trendy clothes and accessories, Revolve for special occasion and more on trend stuff although a bit pricier and Urban Outfitters where my daughter also picked out some really cute decorations for her room including these faux vines for her walls, and this colorful tapestry.
If you missed this week’s posts …
The Benefits of Furniture Rearranging
My Viking River Cruise from Amsterdam to Basel, Switzerland Part 1
Beautiful doors!
Perhaps paint them white? Possibly add mirrors with mounted candle holders on the mirrors. I would imagine the reflective light would add to the calming bathing experience.
I’ve thought of mirrors Melissa! The back of the doors are a chippy white with aqua!
Your empty next party sounds fun!! Never heard of the Smart Ass game. I go to the beach with tennis gals every October and we play all sorts of games….may have to add this one.
My husband isn’t a game guy so it’s fun to play when I can interest anyone!
Any excuse to have a party, right! Glad Sushi is ok! I love the doors!
Sushi doesn’t seem bothered at all!
AHHHHhhhhhh, yes, the good ole’ anal glands. I have just gone through an experience with this with my 14-ish yr old dog. Hers were not infected, just impacted. And I had them expressed at the groomer every 6 weeks. Seems a groomer does not do it, (externally), the way a vet does, (internally). The most bizarre behavior was going on. Like she was having a panic attack. Vet figured it out when I said, she finally calmed down after over an hour and went to sleep and half an hour later….here we go again. Those glands can cause much havoc. We have a regular every 6 week appointment now. Her next one is in 2 weeks and yet, last night…I was up at 3, 4, 5 and 6 where I just left her out in our fenced yard, it’s warm here, upper 50’s, and just as I fell asleep on the settee in the sunroom, someone scratched to come in. You have my sympathies and so does Sushi. Blanche will be thinking about her.
Poor Blanche! I read that this affects smaller dogs more often or dogs that don’t get enough exercise. Sushi hates the cold so we haven’t been walking her as much. That may need to change! PS the thing popped in the night and we woke up to her sitting up in her crate. Her butt looks good but I’m going to follow up at the vet tomorrow to make sure.
Hey Kelly!!!
Everything you do is stellar!
I hope you never ever paint those doors!!!
Signed,
“Previous owner of those doors”
Well then you know the other side of the doors are beautiful chippy aqua paint!
One of the most difficult times is sending kids off to school whether it be Kindergarten or college. The quiet in the house is overwhelming. I am a grandma very attached to my grandchildren and I felt the same emotions of their mother and we had several crying sessions together. We are blessed they have wings to fly but we yearn to keep them in the nest. There should be a group for moms and teens as there are moms and tots groups. We all need support in raising our children at all stages
I loved having my daughter back home for 9 months but she is definitely ready to go back to school so I’m thrilled for her! Luckily, we face time and talk all the time and I already have plans to visit both girls very soon! I can’t imagine going through this with my future grandkids! Hang in there Carol
Omg so glad sushi is alright, I know I love my animals so much!! They are my children. Give her kisses
Kisses and hugs have been given Debbie! You’ll be happy to know her gland popped last night and it looks great! I’ll be taking her to vet for follow up
You have had a full week, hope everything gets much, much better.I do feel for poor Sushi. Love those doors and have a great time at your party, relax and have fun!!
Thanks Marlene – I will be sure to make sure Sushi enjoys the party too!