Wednesday, August 24, 2011

Where did the kids go?

Gypsy was busy looking for the kids today because it was their first day back at school. Henry's a Junior in High School and a recently licensed driver, so he drove himself to school:
Clara's starting 8th grade and spent almost two hours straightening her hair, trying on outfits and getting ready. . . but she sure is a beauty.  And she let me drive her to school.
Gypsy stayed home and waited for them to return:
By the way, our prayers seem to have been answered.  The vet said today that our little girl is on the road to recovery! We'll be weaning her off medication for the next few months and monitoring her red blood cell count, but for now she appears to be a bit of a medical miracle. And we couldn't be happier.  Thanks so much for all your support.
Anyone else sending kids off to school this week?
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13 comments:

  1. AmyAugust 24, 2011 at 10:08 PM

    That is wonderful news about Gypsy!

    I have to block my ears and sing 'lalalalalalaaa' when I ponder how quickly all our children are growing! Henry looks as though he is taking it all in his stride and Clara looks so excited to begin the new academic year ... or is it the prospect of catching up with all her friends?!

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  2. helenaAugust 25, 2011 at 12:01 AM

    Great news about Gypsy - lovely to see her looking perky

    The streams of school uniformed kids walking along my street started again last week

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  3. AnonymousAugust 25, 2011 at 12:55 AM

    I am delighted that Gypsy is on the mend - as a doggy mum I know how much you must have worried about her.

    Your daughter is certainly a beauty and a son that drives - that would certainly add to my grey hair count!

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  4. JimjamsAugust 25, 2011 at 12:58 AM

    Great photos to go with good news!
    Will have to google how old kids are in grade 8 and junior high - our school system is different!

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  5. AlisonAugust 25, 2011 at 1:10 AM

    Great news about Gypsy...she is adorable! The Spanish children still have about three weeks left of their summer hols/vacation...hope your two enjoyed their first day back!
    Alison xx

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  6. AnonymousAugust 25, 2011 at 2:06 AM

    Wonderful news about Gypsy. School here doesn't start till Sept. 6th

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  7. scrappyjackyAugust 25, 2011 at 2:40 AM

    So pleased to hear about Gypsy.
    The kids over here still have a week or so of holidays left....and don't yours look so grown up!

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  8. SianAugust 25, 2011 at 5:03 AM

    Next week! We are in getting ready mode this week.

    Congrats to Henry on his driving licence - being able to drive yourself to school is a defining moment I think.

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  9. Deb @ PaperTurtleAugust 25, 2011 at 6:22 AM

    These are great pictures, Rinda. I'm so excited about the news on Gypsy. She is such a little sweetie, and I'm glad to know she's on the road to recovery! xo

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  10. BeverlyAugust 25, 2011 at 8:33 AM

    Your kids are beautiful and such good news about Gypsy! School started here today so I'll be back subbing soon. Alas both my boys are off in college.

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  11. ComfyMom~StaceyAugust 25, 2011 at 3:21 PM

    Great news about Gypsy!

    Your son does not look old enough to drive yet!

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  12. UnknownAugust 26, 2011 at 12:06 PM

    Such great pictures of the kids as they go off to school - how exciting for them to start new years!

    And YAY about Gypsy! So glad she is on the mend!

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  13. IreneAugust 27, 2011 at 4:14 PM

    So happy that Gypsy is better. Henry and Clara look very happy. Sounds like your family is adjusting to their new schedules. Hopefully Gypsy will get adjusted to the kids schedule too.

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