After intensive care, needle aspirations of his chest cavity, and an IV drip for 18 hours, Monster is back at home.  As of today (Tuesday) he seems to be feeling much better.  He finally started eating again today normally, without throwing it up again (a big achievement) and all in all seems to be doing quite a bit better than he seemed.  We still have to make a trip back to the doctor’s on Thursday for another chest x-ray to ensure that his lung is returning to capacity, however, so keep your fingers crossed.

Monster was in very risky shape Saturday.  It was touch and go with the collapsed lung and the shock.  But as he hops onto the bed to curl up to sleep tonight, I am nothing but thankful that I have him back. 

As mentioned before, it is hard to explain the connection.  Many people view their pets as just that, pets.  Mine are not just “pets”, they are family, that feel our emotions and live through the turmoils of life with us daily.  When times are lean, so is the quality of their food; when times are good, it’s nothing but the best for all.  When anger is upon the house, they know to hide like everyone else; when there is joy, you can see it in their eyes.  I have people family that are very dear to me and I couldn’t imagine living without.  My animal family is just the same. 

Thanks to those who wished well and kind thoughts during this time of need.  Hopefully I will return to my usual insightful and unemotional Vulcan-like self within the next few days, and the confessions will resume their normal demeanor.  But as for now, I have a doggie to go hug.