Update Late
Sunday, August 9, 2015 at 11:37AM 
We have good news. Danielle has been cleared to be able to swim. She is still not willing to have anyone see her with her ostomy bag except family but she is coming up and we are going to make it a truly fun time for her. So, I will be updating late if at all.
We also went to a party last night in Oakville for our sister-in-laws birthday (Dennis stayed home and took care of the dogs). Her daughter (our niece) is also engaged so it was a party and we were the ones representing our side of the family. Ella came too to represent the havanese and oh my what a hit she was. At first she saw all those legs and her tail went down. Then a minute later someone said hi and up it went and there it remained. She was kissing everyone. She said hello to all. Everyone marvelled at how calm she was and couldn't believe she was a puppy. She was such a hit.
On Friday Nathan and I will return Envy doing a day trip and we are still figuring out if Cookie will remain here or go up to Sudbury. We rather like him.
Reader Comments (6)
That's wonderful news about Danielle!!!? I hope you enjoy the day with her and don't spend any time updating your site, you've already put a few posts this morning.
Cookie seems like a lovely dog. I'm actually surprised he hasn't found a home yet. I considered givIng a home to a rescue, but I don't believe I would be able to give them the quantity of time they may need given it's just me and I work,
Wonderful news about Danielle. Lots of adjustments for her but she will get through it with all the support that she has. Not surprised that Ella was the hit of the party...she is such a beauty and wonderful dog.
What wonderful news for Danielle and your family. I hope she has a wonderful time and begins to get over her self consciousness. Glad you took time to celebrate with your family. And, of course Ella would be a hit. She is a true champion!
Lots of happy news. Ella is a charmer. She is such a sweet gal.
Glad to see that Danielle's life is becoming more normal. I hope everyone enjoyed
the day.
The gallery shows her bag. Still not sure how she feels about it. She is having trouble managing it. Getting rashes. It got too wet and the flange or something wouldn't stay in. It is a process but now she realizes she needs a suit that covers it in her opinion when swimming. I started looking at these flexible waist bands that cover the area. Look at the cost of the support belts - http://ostomybagholder.com/ostomy-support-belts/?sort=bestselling With the added upgrades its a mere 145. Crazy. But I am saving my tips and getting her one. Hoping to have it before school starts in 3 weeks.
There is an excellent article in the Star this morning about ostomy bags. This particular person has been helping Dani. Sounds like she has had 12 years of reprieve and now issues but still has the positive attitude. In 12 years medical approaches can change and who knows work. Am hoping Dani gets the same or more. One step at a time. On the other hand these waterproof bags and bands should be covered by insurance but nothing but the basics are and they don't really work, which she is finding out. Glad she is adjusting during summer.