tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post5355818592779751903..comments2023-12-16T05:27:05.041-06:00Comments on mexpatriate — in the key of steve: cerberus takes a holidaySteve Cottonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00468378507171761868noreply@blogger.comBlogger25125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-55614638102422443002009-08-22T21:12:32.059-05:002009-08-22T21:12:32.059-05:00Melissa -- My neighbor was making the point that m...Melissa -- My neighbor was making the point that most people would have had Jiggs put down some time ago. And several of my friends have made that case for the past year and a half. As you have said, though, that was not an option or me then. He still has a lot of life left in him. The moment I see that change, I will then have to be the person who makes the adult decision. Until then, we are sharing a nice life together.<br /><br />mdoneil -- I learned early on with ths blog (within the first week I started writing it: http://steveinmexico.blogspot.com/2007/12/jiggs-wins-in-electoral-landslide.html) that Jiggs would be the star of the whole enterprise. And that was just fine with me. He has provided me with friendship -- and piles of writing material. We went to the veterinarian today, and will be trying some new pain medication for his back legs. He seems to be doing all right today.Steve Cottonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00468378507171761868noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-34777104243378912192009-08-22T20:16:21.228-05:002009-08-22T20:16:21.228-05:00That is the nice thing about having no moral choic...That is the nice thing about having no moral choice... you have no choice. <br /><br />I am happy Jiggs is feeling better. I truly think of this as more his blog than yours as the first post I read a year or two ago was about the Professor. I've been checking in on him since.mdoneilnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-80118572963715332632009-08-22T13:06:43.176-05:002009-08-22T13:06:43.176-05:00You know, I don't think what you do for the Pr...You know, I don't think what you do for the Professor is noble. I mean, doing something noble is implying that you are choosing the high road. You really don't have a choice in the matter when you have shared your life with such a special boy. You just do it. My heart aches for you as you help Profe through his golden years, and reading your posts gives me a glimpse of what I will go through with my little man.Melissahttp://gabachayucateca.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-27605155387787955142009-08-21T23:14:58.079-05:002009-08-21T23:14:58.079-05:00New Beginnings -- Strong spirit, indeed. If I get...New Beginnings -- Strong spirit, indeed. If I get to 100, I hope I have the same elan.Steve Cottonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00468378507171761868noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-86941839315840718942009-08-21T23:10:17.999-05:002009-08-21T23:10:17.999-05:00Great shot of the camera shy Jiggs. He has a stro...Great shot of the camera shy Jiggs. He has a strong surviving spirit! J & J send sloppy kisses.New Beginningshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14298996072133419532noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-46975871566116290062009-08-21T21:30:23.703-05:002009-08-21T21:30:23.703-05:00Thanks, Theresa. You are correct. I do not begru...Thanks, Theresa. You are correct. I do not begrudge a single peso I have spent on him.Steve Cottonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00468378507171761868noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-26233995357924131662009-08-21T21:02:01.994-05:002009-08-21T21:02:01.994-05:00Steve, I think that bringing Jiggs to Mexico has p...Steve, I think that bringing Jiggs to Mexico has probably helped him, yeah you spend "a lot" of money on him, but if this was nob, it would have been even more, at least here you don't need to take out a loan to pay for his vet bills. But really what is a money for? I am cheap as they come, but we decided to put Mr Dog back on the expense dog food because he is healthier on it (now he is eating Science Diet as per his vet's recommendation), almost $1000 pesos for 30 pounds which is insane considering our monthly income. <br />I am so glad that the Professor is in Mexico with you for both of your sakes!<br />regards,<br />TheresaTheresa in Mèridahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17217945138741786373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-10736385984683136732009-08-21T15:42:04.114-05:002009-08-21T15:42:04.114-05:00Joanne -- Thanks. Yours were words enough.Joanne -- Thanks. Yours were words enough.Steve Cottonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00468378507171761868noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-21399808993165178852009-08-21T15:40:37.044-05:002009-08-21T15:40:37.044-05:00Bbo's Mom -- He really is looking good. Espec...Bbo's Mom -- He really is looking good. Especially, after all he has been through. He hates cameras. Whenever I can get a photograph where he does not look like a surly teenager, I feel victorious.Steve Cottonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00468378507171761868noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-6738815054298222342009-08-21T15:40:34.271-05:002009-08-21T15:40:34.271-05:00I started a couple of posts and deleted them. All...I started a couple of posts and deleted them. All I can say is that I understand. Hugs to Jiggs.Joannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07676226128032255539noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-3187433997872445782009-08-21T15:37:35.044-05:002009-08-21T15:37:35.044-05:00Anonymous -- Eventually, I am going to have to fac...Anonymous -- Eventually, I am going to have to face the burial issue. But not today.<br /><br />Gloria -- I gave your hug to Jiggs. In return, he sent a smile to you.<br /><br />Nancy -- Wise words. And I have been trying to work them into my care for Jiggs. This past week when I was carrying him up and down the stairs, I was convinced that the pain must be terrible for him. And I could make a decision to have it stop. I have been watching his face and attitude. The dog has one of the strongest life forces I have ever seen. The moment that it is obvious that he is no longer getting joy from life, I know what I need to do. I also know there is not a reader of this blog who will not know when it is time. As always, I thank you for your wise advice. I will probably be looking for more before too long.<br /><br />Francisco -- He really has been my best friend for these past 13 years.Steve Cottonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00468378507171761868noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-19120921410635053522009-08-21T15:29:45.419-05:002009-08-21T15:29:45.419-05:00I agree. It is not a choice. But a lot of people, ...I agree. It is not a choice. But a lot of people, even some pet owners, do not get that. Jiggs is so lucky to have you, and likewise for you to have him. Glad to see a photo of Jiggs. He's looking great!BoBo's Momnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-21456268454987174492009-08-21T13:05:07.323-05:002009-08-21T13:05:07.323-05:00Claro que si you would do anything in your power t...Claro que si you would do anything in your power to ensure the quality of life for your friend Prof. Jiggs.<br />Anyone that has ever loved a pet will understand this. I feel sorry for those who do not.<br />I'm glad his illness wasn't more serious. I'd say the Prof and you were both lucky to find each other.<br />FranciscoAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-77904221803332052972009-08-21T13:04:54.640-05:002009-08-21T13:04:54.640-05:00I am a dog lover. We spent over $3,000 US keeping...I am a dog lover. We spent over $3,000 US keeping our scottish terrier alive for a little over a year. I took off work one morning every week to drive 100 miles to the vet so he could have chemo. I was determined to give him every day he could have. And then one day I realized that I was doing it for me. That I needed him. And really, more than he needed me. Or that he loved being alive. I mean truly, dogs do live in the present. <br /><br />I learned a lot from that experience. That I love sharing my life with my dogs, and that I am willing to spend money and time to care for them.<br /><br />But I also learned that you can go too far, spend too much and obsess too much. I wasn't really fair to Angus. I wish there had been a way to ask him what he wanted! The answer might have surprised me.<br /><br />I just thought I'd tell you that.Nancyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15016075941355264454noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-28225296528596789352009-08-21T11:43:13.320-05:002009-08-21T11:43:13.320-05:00I forgot to say that the picture of Jiggs above is...I forgot to say that the picture of Jiggs above is looking pretty good. He really looks happy.GlorV1https://www.blogger.com/profile/06789212398770555465noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-87395847102632012602009-08-21T11:42:37.768-05:002009-08-21T11:42:37.768-05:00I definitely agree with Larry. Nobility is one thi...I definitely agree with Larry. Nobility is one thing but obligation is where it takes over. There could be no other way. Looking back at all the years you and Mr. Jiggs have had together, the heartwarming times that will remain long after Mr. Jiggs has left. There is no other way but to remain dedicated to your "family pet member" as he has done for you "all his life." That is the responsibility that comes when someone brings a family pet member to live in the household. I could say I applaud you for doing what you are doing, but no....Mr. Jiggs will count on you forever.We all know that you will be there for him. Well I could applaud a little...:::clap::: :D I'm glad Jiggy is a little better. Give him a big squeeze for me and tell him I love him. Have a great weekend.GlorV1https://www.blogger.com/profile/06789212398770555465noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-90961163657965165902009-08-21T11:23:30.999-05:002009-08-21T11:23:30.999-05:00I had two old dogs, mother and daughter, who I was...I had two old dogs, mother and daughter, who I was afraid to take to Mexico (Barra de Navidad) but I finally relented and the doggies loved the trip, loved their walks in our Mexican neighborhood and most of all loved being with me. The daughter died in 2008 at 13, and her mom died in 2009 at 14. I was so lucky to have such great dogs for such a long time. Their medicines and vet bills in their old age were very costly and worth every penny to me. Both my dogs are buried in our backyard in Barra. <br /><br />I'm glad you're still having adventures with Jiggs!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-45438986828267362532009-08-21T11:06:07.050-05:002009-08-21T11:06:07.050-05:00Min -- I wish that was true. But I try to do what...Min -- I wish that was true. But I try to do what is right.<br /><br />Mic -- Thanks. Wherever I go, I know he will be tagging along. Right now, he is barking at me to come down stairs.<br /><br />Islagringo -- Thanks. When the time comes to write the bad news post, I will be certain to let folks know what it is up front. Jiggs, of course, is convinced that I will die before him.<br /><br />Mexican Trailrunner -- Jiggs and I have a very odd adversarial relationship. For 13 years, we have vied for the alpha dog position. I guess you could say we are co-alphas. (Don't tell him I said that. He'll rip out my throat.)<br /><br />Larry -- "Obligated" is one of those words like "duty" that I have generally removed from my vocabulary. If I cannot do something out of love, it generally will not get done. But I know what you mean.<br /><br />Babs -- One of these days we need to sit down and swap dog tales.Steve Cottonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00468378507171761868noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-55158401991954079952009-08-21T10:56:28.391-05:002009-08-21T10:56:28.391-05:00OK this was a tear jerker. I remember when Flash ...OK this was a tear jerker. I remember when Flash got into rat poison and they said she was going to die. I went to pieces. I laid in the cage with her and fed her from a tongue depresser. No one would ever believe that I would do such a thing. She lived five more years and was such a gentle friend.<br />She's been gone 5 years and I wish I had her here to take care of. She would be 18 now.<br />Keep on keepin on til the end. You'll never regret it......Babshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16609157345912932083noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-6612377245746448642009-08-21T08:36:09.508-05:002009-08-21T08:36:09.508-05:00Anonymous, above, used all of the words save for o...Anonymous, above, used all of the words save for one; obligated. I too have an elderly dog who is 12 years old. She also came to Mexico with me. I couldn't leave her behind because I owe her so much. She was my best friend for a number of years and helped me get though a difficult divorce. She showed me it was worth living.<br /><br />I owe her my life, and will never forget it. So, yes, obligation is also part of it.<br /><br />LarryLarry in Mazatlannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-49976672086704425332009-08-21T08:25:29.970-05:002009-08-21T08:25:29.970-05:00Awww, LOVED this post!
My time with my old best fr...Awww, LOVED this post!<br />My time with my old best friend ended a couple of months ago, you're right, it's not easy. And it is noble, and you are a great doggy dad.<br />Jiggs is very lucky guy and I bet he knows it.- Mexican Trailrunnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05987460497945211699noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-9744187430521858992009-08-21T08:16:54.034-05:002009-08-21T08:16:54.034-05:00You had me scared and crying by the time I got hal...You had me scared and crying by the time I got half way through this! I thought for sure this was it. Certainly glad it wasn't...for both of you. You have certainly encapsulated the reason why we love dogs in this post.Islagringohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18181198510287530636noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-50775473272617679882009-08-21T07:49:15.923-05:002009-08-21T07:49:15.923-05:00Noble is a good word to describe what you are doin...Noble is a good word to describe what you are doing...it is also loving, generous, kind, heartwarming, poignant and, at times, tedious and expensive.<br /><br />Not everyone has it in them to do what you are doing....myself included.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-28540550401680618222009-08-21T06:22:43.332-05:002009-08-21T06:22:43.332-05:00Looking good!! As it cools, I'm sure he is go...Looking good!! As it cools, I'm sure he is going to perk up more....and by next summer, will be more climatized to the heat. Then you might need to get him some jackets and booties if your sojourn takes you into the cool dampness of higher altitudes....as his blood will have thinned from the coastal heat.<br /><br />But, yes, it's clear he'd rather be with you where ever that is.Michttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06378841946374784707noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2289482511228853984.post-38213319538478130212009-08-21T05:34:41.511-05:002009-08-21T05:34:41.511-05:00You are good man.
minYou are good man.<br /> minAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com