What do you feel like saying, right now?

[AGDee]

Originally Posted by Phrozen Sands

Oh snap! Dude broke down Lol! Congrats, AGDee.

Originally Posted by Sciencewoman

Congratulations!!! Details, please!

Your ring is beautiful! It has a vintage look to it.

Originally Posted by PrettyBoy

Congrats to you both. Wishing you peace, joy, and a relationship that brings out the best in each other day by day.

Thanks all! So, Sciencewoman wanted details... He told me about a month ago that he had been doing some window shopping for rings but felt like he had to ask me about some of my preferences. So we discussed and then he also asked me to send him some pictures of rings I would like. We are going to Mackinac Island in July and I thought he would do it then, during a Sip N Sail Sunset cruise. But, he said that once he had the ring in his possession, he couldn't wait until then. We both had kind of a rough week and he thought it would be a good pick me up for both of us. It was quiet, sitting on my couch after we got back from a birthday party on Saturday night

[Sciencewoman]

Awww, there needs to be a heart emoji!

[Phrozen Sands]

I just looked up the price of that car. $113,540. Damn! That’s crazy. And all this time I thought that car was more like 50 - $60,0000. I don’t get why they are that high in price. Looks like a plain Japanese car to me.

[PrettyBoy]

Originally Posted by Phrozen Sands

I’m assuming you’re not road tripping in your new ride since y’all are bringing a tent. A big ass tent and a GTR won’t mix Lol. That’d be a nice trip to break in a new ride though, if you weren’t bringing a tent.

Nope. But I’ll break it in eventually.

Originally Posted by Phrozen Sands

I just looked up the price of that car. $113,540. Damn! That’s crazy. And all this time I thought that car was more like 50 - $60,0000. I don’t get why they are that high in price. Looks like a plain Japanese car to me.

Actually, the GT-R is priced lower than a lot of its competitors because Nissan focused on function over luxury. It doesn’t have the carbon fiber chassis or high-end interior materials you’d find in a Ferrari or Porsche, but what you do get is a hand built twin turbo V6, advanced AWD, and a transaxle layout designed for performance. Instead of charging more for the badge, Nissan invested in engineering. So you end up with a car that delivers supercar level performance at a much more accessible price.

This is why it’s priced the way it is, Phroze, yet it’s half the price of its competitors.

https://youtu.be/YXFSVoVqhYw?si=II35SkGeJ9WiFHmP

[cheerfulgreek]

Originally Posted by AGDee

Omg! Dee! Congratulations, I am SO happy for you! I swear, this is the happy ending in your book. You always said it will have a happy ending. And your ring is beautiful.

And I am so angry right now with “someone” I know who could have told me that Dee got engaged. Didn’t say one word about it.

Originally Posted by Phrozen Sands

Humans would adapt.
.

How? Like, scientifically how?

Originally Posted by AGDee

I never would have dreamed, when I wrote this, that just over a year later, he would be my fiance.

Or better yet, when you two went to prom together. I think this is SO wild that you’re getting married to him. I could tell in the picture you took with him that you really, really liked him.

Originally Posted by Sciencewoman

CG, thanks for the scientific explanation for the dog sniffing. Pippin says he would welcome your snuggles, as long as you don't try to slip a Sparty onesie on him. That's a hard no for him.

You are so welcome. Doesn’t he go to MSU for his health? That makes Pippin a Sparty if he does.

Originally Posted by AGDee

Thanks all! So, Sciencewoman wanted details... He told me about a month ago that he had been doing some window shopping for rings but felt like he had to ask me about some of my preferences. So we discussed and then he also asked me to send him some pictures of rings I would like. We are going to Mackinac Island in July and I thought he would do it then, during a Sip N Sail Sunset cruise. But, he said that once he had the ring in his possession, he couldn't wait until then. We both had kind of a rough week and he thought it would be a good pick me up for both of us. It was quiet, sitting on my couch after we got back from a birthday party on Saturday night

lol
Hilarious that he couldn’t wait. I love it! Ya know, I think that was perfect timing for you both, Dee.

Originally Posted by Sciencewoman

Awww, there needs to be a heart emoji!

Yes! I totally agree. Dee ❤️ TKEGuy — Together forever.

[AGDee]

Originally Posted by cheerfulgreek

Omg! Dee! Congratulations, I am SO happy for you! I swear, this is the happy ending in your book. You always said it will have a happy ending. And your ring is beautiful.

And I am so angry right now with “someone” I know who could have told me that Dee got engaged. Didn’t say one word about it.

How? Like, scientifically how?


Or better yet, when you two went to prom together. I think this is SO wild that you’re getting married to him. I could tell in the picture you took with him that you really, really liked him.


You are so welcome. Doesn’t he go to MSU for his health? That makes Pippin a Sparty if he does.


lol
Hilarious that he couldn’t wait. I love it! Ya know, I think that was perfect timing for you both, Dee.


Yes! I totally agree. Dee ❤️ TKEGuy — Together forever.

He must have wanted you to be surprised.

We're seriously trying to figure out if we can just retire and run away from corporate world and have a forever honeymoon. We're going to look seriously at finances this weekend.

[cheerfulgreek]

Originally Posted by AGDee

He must have wanted you to be surprised.

We're seriously trying to figure out if we can just retire and run away from corporate world and have a forever honeymoon. We're going to look seriously at finances this weekend.

Nope. Trust me, he didn’t. He just “forgot”…

Dee, that would be amazing. I think that would be so awesome! Did you pick a date yet? I’m being so nosy. Ignore me please, lol.

[Sciencewoman]

Originally Posted by cheerfulgreek

You are so welcome. Doesn’t he go to MSU for his health? That makes Pippin a Sparty if he does.

Teddy was a cardiology patient of Dr. Sanders at MSU in his last year, but Pip is young and healthy and fine with his primary care vet. But I would definitely go back to MSU if Pip develops any complicated health issues. My sister takes her two schnauzers to MSU for all their care. She is a pediatrician and she has gone to great lengths to get the specialized care her dogs need. Both are diabetic and have insulin pumps, and one had to have his eyes removed due to complications. They are lucky to have her, because I suspect a lot of owners would not be able to manage what she does for Ben and Lizzie.

BTW, Pip went to urgent care for a gastrointestinal bug 3 weeks ago. We were leaving on vacation a couple days later and I was erring on the side of caution. When they were checking him for pancreatitis, etc. the x-ray showed that he has a "very small liver." They recommended we talk to our vet about that.

[*winter*]

Like most things…I’m late to this party. But, congrats Dee! The ring is beautiful

[cheerfulgreek]

Originally Posted by AGDee

No- it will be awhile. We have jobs on different sides of the state, we each have houses and neither will work for both of us together. We might wait until we retire to reduce the complexity. But we're both really getting burned out on some toxicity with leaders at our jobs.

I see. Totally. Everything will come into place just like the two of you did because this was meant to be, Dee.

Originally Posted by Phrozen Sands

Hell, I don’t know, folks would just unite with the planet and adapt Lol. Isn’t that how that works?

Not exactly. Human evolution takes thousands of years, and it’s driven by slow genetic changes based on environmental pressure, like climate, gravity, radiation, and available resources. I mean, landing on a new planet doesn’t trigger adaptation. Our biology is tailored for Earth’s conditions, especially like its atmosphere, gravity, and magnetic field. I mean, without protective measures, colonizing another planet could cause serious health issues, like bone density loss, radiation damage, and impaired organ function. So no, we wouldn’t just “unite with the planet”, we’d need serious technological support just to survive. Know what I mean?

[cheerfulgreek]

WIFLSRN: I wish Donald Trump would just do us all a huge favor and just DIE!

[Phrozen Sands]

I’ve been binge watching this couples therapy called “Saving our Marriage” on Netflix. Funny as hell. I’ve been cracking up the whole time I’ve been watching. As soon as I get home from work, I’m ordering a pizza and I’m going to continue my binge. With all these couples, these chicks seem to be the problem and none of the dudes have threatened to leave their marriages. But all the chicks have threatened to leave Lol! Typical. Not saying the dudes aren’t part of the problem, but the chicks seem to be the reason they’re in couples therapy in the first place.

[cheerfulgreek]

Originally Posted by Phrozen Sands

I’ve been binge watching this couples therapy called “Saving our Marriage” on Netflix. Funny as hell. I’ve been cracking up the whole time I’ve been watching. As soon as I get home from work, I’m ordering a pizza and I’m going to continue my binge. With all these couples, these chicks seem to be the problem and none of the dudes have threatened to leave their marriages. But all the chicks have threatened to leave Lol! Typical. Not saying the dudes aren’t part of the problem, but the chicks seem to be the reason they’re in couples therapy in the first place.

I think you’re being biased because you’re a guy. But it sounds hilarious. I’m going to watch.

[cheerfulgreek]

Originally Posted by Sciencewoman

Teddy was a cardiology patient of Dr. Sanders at MSU in his last year, but Pip is young and healthy and fine with his primary care vet. But I would definitely go back to MSU if Pip develops any complicated health issues. My sister takes her two schnauzers to MSU for all their care. She is a pediatrician and she has gone to great lengths to get the specialized care her dogs need. Both are diabetic and have insulin pumps, and one had to have his eyes removed due to complications. They are lucky to have her, because I suspect a lot of owners would not be able to manage what she does for Ben and Lizzie.

Oh, I’m so sorry, Sciencewoman. I thought it was Pippin that was going to MSU.

Wow! Your sister sounds like an awesome, remarkable pet parent, Sciencewoman! And she’s clearly a very committed one, too. I mean, managing diabetes alone takes dedication, but adding insulin pumps and post-operative care after something as major as eye removal, that’s like serious level devotion. Tell her that Ben and Lizzie are very lucky to have her in their corner.

And honestly, you’re absolutely right, this kind of care isn’t something every owner could take on, even if they wanted to. It’s just that it speaks volumes about her knowledge, compassion, and consistency. As a vet, I always hope for owners like her, not necessarily perfect, just present, willing to learn, and truly invested in their pets lives. That’s how it should be. Unfortunately, it’s not that way for all.

Tell her from one medical professional to another that she’s doing an amazing job. And MSU is a great choice. They give like the best care and they have like an amazing collaborative team.

Originally Posted by Sciencewoman

BTW, Pip went to urgent care for a gastrointestinal bug 3 weeks ago. We were leaving on vacation a couple days later and I was erring on the side of caution. When they were checking him for pancreatitis, etc. the x-ray showed that he has a "very small liver." They recommended we talk to our vet about that.

Thanks for sharing this, Sciencewoman.

So, when they mention a very small liver, they’re likely referring to something we call microhepatica. It just means the liver appears smaller than expected for your dog’s size and age. That can be a normal variant in some cases, but it’s also a potential sign of an underlying issue you should have your vet explore further because there are common causes of microhepatica. I mean, it’s good that they caught it, even if it turns out to be nothing serious.

So, since the urgent care team noted a very small liver, here are a few questions I’d suggest bringing up with your regular vet.

Ask your vet does she/he think the liver size is actually abnormal, or could it be due to positioning or gas on the x-ray.

Ask if they should do bloodwork to check liver enzymes and overall function.

Would a bile acids test be helpful to evaluate how well his liver is working?

Do you recommend an abdominal ultrasound to get a better view of the liver?

And then, ask is there any concern about a liver shunt or chronic liver condition based on his breed or age.

And then too, you can let them know how Pippin has been doing since then, like if there’s been any changes in his appetite, energy, or behavior can be helpful in figuring out if this is something to watch or something that needs further workup now. Know what I mean?

Please let me know what they say about Pippin.

[cheerfulgreek]

So I tried watching that documentary on Netflix, Phrozen… it was so dumb. I swear, I made it halfway through episode two before I tapped out. I couldn’t. There was this one guy, he said he wants to “provide for his family” while staying unemployed, drunk, and yelling at his kids and being emotionally checked out. I was like, sir, you chose alcohol over employment and now you’re surprised you’re broke?

My hubby walked by and heard the guy’s wife complaining and then like with no expression, he goes “Welp lady, that’s what happens when you pick a clown to marry. You end up in therapy with him asking the therapist why does your marriage feel like a circus”, lol.