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Katie, Tony and Linda
 
April 23 at 23:08
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Katie's visit at the Oncology Unit -long
Today Katie and I went to visit the oncology unit for the first time. These patients are terminal with cancer, but are finally getting to have a visit from a dog, other than the same doctors and nurses.
Katie did real good. She was able to lay on the bed next to the patient, and the patient was able to pet her or rub her belly.
But Katie and I experienced something horrible there. We were waiting for the nurse to show us where to go next, and one of the nurse's aid received an emergency phone call. Turns out her son was shot in the head. She dropped the phone, collapsed on the floor, and cryed about her son and how she didn't want to live. I am not sure about the whole circumstances, the why. But I just can't imagine hearing that news about my sons. That poor woman - we need to say a prayer for her. But Katie did real excellent. She and I stepped back from the scene, and just waited to see what they wanted us to do. I was willing to just forget the next visit, but they wanted us to visit. Katie sat next to me, and just watched, not fussing at all. She is something. A special little girl.
Sorry this is long - but the day was a little upsetting.
Linda, Katie and Tony
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Mary
 
April 23 at 23:13
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Re: Katie's visit at the Oncology Unit -long
wow Linda.
I do hope all goes well with that nurse .
Katie did very well and we are very proud of her.
I know she helped those patients. Its hard to be a terminal patient and that is a small comfort to them.
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Linda, Katie and Tony
April 24 at 08:41
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Boy Okay
The story was in the paper this morning. It was someone doing random shootings in a parking lot. Her son was had a bullit graze his head or shot in the chin. But, they all don't have life threatening wounds. This is good.
You all have a good Sunday
Linda, Katie and Tony
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Lynda and the Minkies
 
April 24 at 17:15
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Re: Boy Okay
That's good news but amazing how dumb some people can be.
XXX.
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Miss Maddie
 
April 24 at 11:12
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Re: Boy Okay
Just horrible for the mother of the boy shot. Very good to hear he will be ok.
Keep up the wonderful hospital visits and spread alittle westie comfort for those patients that need a cuddle.
Hugs
Miss Maddie & Mr.Willie
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Jackie, Sammy & Willis
April 24 at 11:35
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Re: Katie's visit at the Oncology Unit -long
What a relief to read that the Nurses' son will recover!
Katie's visit had to be a very sweet treat for the patients. We are sure that they will be looking for her return.
Hope the next visit is less upsetting.
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john / irene TOBY
April 24 at 14:21
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Re: Katie's visit at the Oncology Unit -long
We are glad to hear they will be ok What a shock for you all Katie did realy well Youmust be so proud
John / irene TOBY
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Lynda and the Minkies
April 24 at 17:15
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Re: Katie's visit at the Oncology Unit -long
What a nasty end to such a wonderful day, Linda. Sorry it was so traumatic but it sounds like Katie (and yourself) did a wonderful service there.
XXX.
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Sambuca
April 24 at 19:20
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Re: Katie's visit at the Oncology Unit -long
What a relief that her son will be okay!
WOW going to visit at hospitals, Katie you are one special pup!
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Janie, Chip, and Mulligan
April 24 at 21:18
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Re: Katie's visit at the Oncology Unit -long
Sounds like you and Katie had quite a day. I hope when my days on earth are numbered someone will bring a soft fuzzy creature to cuddle with me. I can't imagine how lonely they must be there. I'm glad things turned out ok for the nurse's son...
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Annie & E Gang
April 26 at 17:38
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Re: Katie's visit at the Oncology Unit -long
Katie what a speacial Girl you are and how nice of you,We send prayers that the nurses Son will be ok also,How upsetting.
Love and kisses from us all xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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