Can you believe it? Two posts already this week. I have a lot to talk about so grab a cuppa and have a seat.
First up, I got an email from Sharon, the owner of Haiku Bags and they finally got the bags yesterday. Their shipment has been stuck in customs for three weeks! I thought I would have them this week but will have them within 4-5 days depending on if they get them out today or tomorrow. But they are finally at Haiku Headquarters at least!
I got some yarny love yesterday from Elemmaciltur all the way from Germany! He was so sweet to send me a skein of Wollmeise so I didn’t feel left out. It’s really gorgeous and totally the colors I would have chosen for myself.
Thank you again Elemm! And if you have yet to listen to the Knitters Uncensored podcast what the heck are you waiting for? Huh? Go!!
I also have a new gorgeous colorway. This morning I was looking through the newest issue of Domino Magazine and there is an article on power couples/color trends. I saw one of the color combinations and literally had to go outside and immediately dye it. I would have never thought to mix these three colors but they look amazing together. This is one of “four utterly of-the-moment pairings (and a rockin’ threesome) destined to become palette standouts.” The one I dyed is the “rockin’ threesome”.
Damn. I really like it. Isn’t it pretty? I’m calling it Power Couples. I was going to put it up here to sell but John/YarnBallBoogie snatched it right up out of everyone’s hands. You can yell at him.
Finally, could you please send a little love to Gus? I’m taking him to the vet in a little bit and I’m really worried. He has something seriously wrong with him and I’m just hoping he doesn’t need surgery. Standard Poodles are notorious trash eaters and he must have eaten something because he’s pretty sick. Although I don’t know what he could have gotten into because there is nothing but his dog stuff in the back yard. I won’t go into details because it’s pretty gross but basically he hasn’t eaten in two days and is only drinking water as well as a bunch of other things where I just saw some blood which I know is a big red flag. Ugh.
***Just got back from the Vet. and Gus is staying overnight. The good news is that the moron didn’t eat something that requires surgery. They said he has a “mystery disease” that can be easily treated with some IV Antibiotics. It’s called Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis (HGE). Don’t read that description is you have a weak stomach or are eating. It’s gross. But the Vet. said that he should be feeling much better by tomorrow morning. I’m so glad I followed my instinct and took him in. Damn that dog for scaring me. He’s lucky he’s cute.
**Update #2** I just got off the phone with the Vet. and they are worried about him because he’s still pretty sick. With some of his symptoms they are worried he might have an ulcer which is related to possibly having Addison’s Disease. We probably need to go pick him up in a bit and bring him to the Emergency Vet Clinic for the night. Ugh. I really, really hope he does not have that disease. So please think about Gus again? Until we know more? Thank you….
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Poor Gus. Our Standard ate anything that didn’t outrun him first. Sending love and good thoughts his way.
And Power Couples looks awesome! I hope you add it to your permanent repertoire….
Be well, Gus!! I LOVE that colorway. You sure do good work.
Healing thoughts heading Gus’ way. Get better!
Power Couples is gorgeous!
Be strong, Gus! He’s on my happy-thoughts list.
I love Power Couple! (Boo, John! Booo!!!!)
Poor Gus-I hope he feels better soon.
Hope Gus is OK. My parents have always had standard poodles - awesome dogs.
Aww, I hope Gus is ok.
Power Couples is fabu!
Oh no, Gus! I hope you feel better soon buddy!
oh, so pretty yarn!!! and give gus a hug, hope all is well!
I hope all is well with Gus soon.
aww…poor Gus! I’m sending good healthy-doggie vibes his way.
Power Couple…hmm…very unusual. John will have to let us know what it looks like knit up.
I hope that they can help Gus and it doesn’t cost you an arm and a leg.
Love the new colorway!
Look at that yarn from Germany. The colors are so bright and fun. Gorgeous. Lucky you.
Poor doggie. I hope Gus is better soon.
Love the new colourway. I’ll buy some with my new Haiku
Glad to hear it is treatable, and for you that it didn’t require a costly stomach x-ray. My dog’s status in the house has definitely gone way down since the birth of our children and even though I blame her primarily for the mess in the house, tracking in god knows what from outside, I would hate if anything happened to her.
Good healing vibes for Gus! I am in LOVE with this new color too! Adding it to my
must have list!
Poor Gus! We’ll be wishing him well over here.
I love that new colorway!
I’m glad he doesn’t need surgery - but poor Gus!! Sending him “get well quick” thoughts. Pretty yarn you received AND dyed.
Oh dear, loves to the puppy and I’m glad that he’s going to be okay. Love the new yarn colorway and your German yarn as well.
Heck Yeah Power couples is beyond pretty. I’m kinda jealous John snatched it up. Will you be dyeing anymore of this colorway? I sure would love to add to my stash. Get well wishes to Gus.
blood in stool. baaaad. I hope he feels better soon. Pets (and kids) ARE SO lucky they’re so stinkin’ cute… b/c otherwise we’d throw them back (like fish). why else would we do all the doo-doo duty?
Glad Gus is okay!
Now that Gus is feeling better put me on the list for one of those Power Couples skeins.
LOve the yarn and I’m so glad Gus is going to be ok.
The new colorway is GORGEOUS! Don’t you love it when you put colors together you never thought would work and they look AWESOME! And I’m so glad to hear Gus is okay, though I have to confess I ddidn’t know you even HAD a dog! So where are the pictures? Anthony and I love to see puppy pictures!
Glad to hear Gus is going to be okay!
Please offer that color to your fans! I’ll order one right here and now! GORGEOUS!
Well, I am sure that you can add the new color to your regular colors. I love it. And it was nice of Elemm to share the love with you. And their podcast rocks!!!!
I’m glad to hear Gus is going to be okay. And it is amazing how much their cuteness can save them at times. The new color is beautiful!!!!
Two posts and it’s only Wednesday! Woo!
Thank goodness to took Gus in to be seen. It’s always better to caught things early with pets. The longer the wait, the more the animal suffers and the spendier it gets.
Love the new colorway and the german yarn!
I’m sending massive power thoughts to Gus. Send some of him those power colors!
I’m so sorry for Gus - it is like worrying about a child - dog are so loyal and like our children. I am jealous as hell you have some wollmeise
, I have been sneaking around tyring to get some direct it’s so amazing. And your new colorway - freaking awesome!
Oh poor Gus! I hope he starts feelin’ better.
The new color is Gorgeous.
I’m sending my thoughts to Gus and your family. I hope things get better.
aw, gus!!! I wish I could help you out– but you know what’s going down tonight. xoxo
Get well soon Gus!
Hugs, puppy kisses and all our prayers to Gus!
Stunning new color!
wishing Gus well!!
Aww, Gus! Hang in there puppy! Wishing you all well.
O.K. Gus, your people family really love you. I imagine there are two kids sick with worry over you so here’s the deal, you get better. Mind over matter. Before you know it it will be all dog bones and basking in the sun for you.
I can’t take anymore bad vet news so let’s hope they can all get it together and diagnosis him with something fully treatable.
Love and get well wishes to Gus. I’ll be hoping to read on your blog very soon that he’s fine!
Oh, Dude, GUS! Don’t worry your Momma like this. Get better soon! Good vibes coming.
Oh my, Gus! Get well, buddy. You already know I have a major crush on you. I think you’re so handsome and I wish you well, friend. Prayers to all.
Pets will break your heart. Here’s hoping that he pulls through without a hitch.
My thoughts and prayers are with Gus and you. My husband and I have a house full of animals, so I fully understand how your heart stops with problems like these. We just had some bloody stools a week or so ago. We were extremely lucky that it was a side effect of bacterial inflammation in the lower intestine, resolved with 24 hours or so off food. But there was some fear before the vet visit. It is amazing how much you can love an animal. Something to do with their un-wavering acceptance I think!
Poor bug, I hope that Gus gets well soon. Nothing breaks my heart like a sick dog. In happier news, I LOVE THAT COLORWAY. I saw the same article in Domino and thought it was such an interesting color combination. Maybe you’ll make some more??
Sick animals are the worst - hope that he gets well soon so you can stop worrying!
As an aside, love the new colourway!
Warm thoughts to Gus from everyone at casa red dog - we’re pulling for ya!
Oh, I hope Gus is better this morning. It is so awful when pets are sick.
sending good Gus vibes your way. i so hope he’s okay and much better today.
and that colorway is just gorgeous and purple is one of my least fave colors.
never would imagined those would look so great together, either!
I sent some flickr love but I’m sending some serious blogging love. Get Well Gus Da Dogue!!!
here’s yanking all the power from power couples and plying it into healing energy for Gus.
Since Power couples is so awesome, Gus should be rebounding right smartly.
Good luck….
And dye more of that stuff…
I do hope Gus is A1 soon. I’ve always wished for a dog but too many in our family have severe allergies to animals.
Actually I told my hubby 3/4 years ago that we had to either get a dog or adopt some children - he travels a lot and our children have all left the nest. Which brings me to school supplies! Our lists are much longer, but I’ve stopped buying. I just look at what we are short of and replace whatever is needed when required. As it is, I’ve had to donate many small excersize books to the school as supply lists change when they go up to middle school. And lo betide us if we buy the wrong make!!! The teachers are alright about this but for the children (3 of them) it is totally un-cool if they have anything different (including clothes). My children are very adept at borrowing from others and so long as they have pens, pencils and lined paper, I no longer worry. we also have 6 boxes (each) of Kleenex on the list!!!! - Maybe for the parents as they go to pay for the supplies.
Greeting,
Janet Mf up in Yellowknife
Good thoughts and prayers for Gus. I also have a while standard poodle, Sadie, 12 years old. And I can attest, major garbage eater. She’s been to the vet more than once for that bad habit. Even had something similar to what you’re describing - it wasn’t related to eating anything bad. And, after an overnight at the emergency vet she recovered nicely. I’m grateful for good vet care.
I’m leaving for NC on Saturday. I’ve been in NM for almost 4 years and am sad to go. It’s been a wonderful experience. Also, enjoyed getting to know you, Jamie. Wish we’d been able to see more of one another.
Peace and Love, Bonnie