The Fleet Report and Daily for Tuesday August 20th, 2024

[erewhon]

Thanks for the Fleet report and the daily.

Today in Dunedin it's a splendid sunny day, clear blue skies,temperature 14C.

Will read all the posts later.

[Haljo1935]

3 hours ago, Cruising-along said:

Elizabeth @Haljo1935 How is the kitty doing?

 

 

Thanks for asking. It's been a long day and I was trying to get caught up, but now's a good time for an update.

 

He is home, but definitely not in the clear. He has 2 meds for a week then gets a urinalysis to see what's what. We are to keep a close watch on how much he drinks & urinates. So far, he's done neither, but he is eating a little. If he doesn't urinate soon, he's to go back to the hospital. 

 

We had to decline the care plan they recommended because we simply couldn't afford it. 2 nights stay plus all the tests, etc was just shy of $6,000. First time I've had to ask "what's Plan B?"

 

Plan B was 1 night w/all the same tests & care at just under $4,000. That's a "No, what's Plan C?" So, they got him unblocked & his bladder drained, urinalysis and one round of SB Fluids then discharged. So, no nights in hospital, 1 test instead of 4, no imaging or bloodwork, No IV fluids at a cost approximately equal to a house payment. 

 

We do have pet insurance that will help some - It's 50% reimbursement not up front payment. I've never had to make such a hard decision on caring for one of my fur babies.

 

Prayers 🙏 are welcome.

[Haljo1935]

Hope all went well today for @NextOne and for @Seasick Sailor's Bonnie.

 

Prayers 🙏 and positive thoughts for all.

[marshhawk]

I try to get the trash down to the street, and the litter boxes cleaned when it is still daylight, and I am not running around like a crazy person while I am supposed to be at work.  Momma Munchkin came home yesterday at 3, she has piddled one time since then.  If there is nothing in the litter box tomorrow morning, she goes either back to the vet or emergency care. 

 

@Haljo1935 prayers for your kitty. 

 

When we took Munchie in yesterday, I had to sign a do not resuscitate form, I cant afford more.

[Cruising-along]

47 minutes ago, Haljo1935 said:

Thanks for asking. It's been a long day and I was trying to get caught up, but now's a good time for an update.

 

He is home, but definitely not in the clear. He has 2 meds for a week then gets a urinalysis to see what's what. We are to keep a close watch on how much he drinks & urinates. So far, he's done neither, but he is eating a little. If he doesn't urinate soon, he's to go back to the hospital. 

 

We had to decline the care plan they recommended because we simply couldn't afford it. 2 nights stay plus all the tests, etc was just shy of $6,000. First time I've had to ask "what's Plan B?"

 

Plan B was 1 night w/all the same tests & care at just under $4,000. That's a "No, what's Plan C?" So, they got him unblocked & his bladder drained, urinalysis and one round of SB Fluids then discharged. So, no nights in hospital, 1 test instead of 4, no imaging or bloodwork, No IV fluids at a cost approximately equal to a house payment. 

 

We do have pet insurance that will help some - It's 50% reimbursement not up front payment. I've never had to make such a hard decision on caring for one of my fur babies.

 

Prayers 🙏 are welcome.

Sending prayers that the meds for a week do the trick and kitty is much better soon. 

[leerathje]

14 hours ago, Nickelpenny said:

 

Beautiful end of summer day and not as muggy as it has been.  Presently at ~0700 it is 80F with 55% humidity going up to ~101F with a chance of thunderstorms.  I frequently check in on the Juneau webcam (thanks @leerathje) to see their weather just as a contrast.  I think I will stay here!!

 

 

I'm glad you check it out!  I used to follow the Fleet Report, but left Cruise Critic for a few months. When I came back it was The Daily, and a 4 or 5 page thread every day was a little daunting!  Maybe it's time to revisit though!

 

L.

 

[Haljo1935]

2 hours ago, marshhawk said:

I try to get the trash down to the street, and the litter boxes cleaned when it is still daylight, and I am not running around like a crazy person while I am supposed to be at work.  Momma Munchkin came home yesterday at 3, she has piddled one time since then.  If there is nothing in the litter box tomorrow morning, she goes either back to the vet or emergency care. 

 

@Haljo1935 prayers for your kitty. 

 

When we took Munchie in yesterday, I had to sign a do not resuscitate form, I cant afford more.

Thank you. Prayers 🙏 for Momma Munchkin, too.

 

Look at us - praying for pee 🤒

[erewhon]

This has been a very busy thread today.

Thanks for all the photos of Dunedin, it's interesting to  see it from the eyes of visitors. We were married at First Church.  Building has begun on the new hospital on the site of the former Cadbury factory.   Whittakers chocolate made in Wellington is far superior to Cadbury.

 

Am so pleased for  @kazu  with  an acceptable offer for her house,  yes, it is an emotional time selling a home where you have made so many memories. 

@Vict0riann  good that Pat has an appointment with the specialist, hope he will  feel better tomorrow.