I just cooked 3 lbs of London Broil. Ask me anything.

[flvegan]

I'll be doing it again tomorrow night. Don't tell a vegan he/she can't cook a mean steak.

[bigwillq]

1. Will you eat it?

:shrug:

[flvegan]

2. Oh, hell no.

For many reasons, hell no.

[bigwillq]

3. Why did you make it?

:shrug:

[flvegan]

Why?

My very, very best friend wants it, and his health doesn't matter anymore.

[bigwillq]

9. May I ask why

you say his health doesn't matter anymore? Is he sick?

[flvegan]

11. See Post #10

[bigwillq]

12. Aww.

I am sorry man.

That's very cool that you made the steak for him. :hug:

[flvegan]

13. He only got a little bit.

Don't want to send him into pancreatitis (sp?) tonight. But, he's got MAD "cuts 'n gravy" in the fridge for breakfast, and I've got 3 more lbs to cook tomorrow night for him.

[bigwillq]

15. Do you have any pics of him?

I would like to see him.

I might have before. I am not sure.

[flvegan]

16. Sure

This is him before his surgery (amputation of his left hind leg, cancer)



and immediately post-op, just a little smacked on painkillers

[bigwillq]

17. Aww...what a cutie.

:hug:

[flvegan]

19. Thanks, buddy.

[dropkickpa]

27. Oh damn.

:hug: I so sorry! You give him a giant hug from the Dropkick family, will ya? I lost a boy to cancer about 4 years ago. You are an awesome doggy daddy!

[flvegan]

28. Thanks, and

I will.

[YellowRubberDuckie]

49. Why did they take his leg if he's just going to die anyway?

Isn't that cruel?

[flvegan]

58. I'm not one to question a vet, so

His bone cancer was found in his problematic leg. They amputate then move to chemo.

Same question: why put in a stint after a heart attack, since "so and so" is just going to die anyway?

[YellowRubberDuckie]

65. That's not what I meant.

I was just saying that if the dog has a limited amount of time, and he's going to go soon, why put him through extra pain? I was trying to be compassionate, and maybe I didn't choose my words correctly.
Duckie

[LeftyMom]

66. Excuse me? What school trained you to offer veterinary advice over the internet?

Mind your business if you can't be bothered to be politely sympathetic.

[YellowRubberDuckie]

73. Dude, I was just asking.

I think dude understood that I wasn't be an asshole. He's a grown up. I think he can take up for himself.
Duckie

[LeftyMom]

74. I'm perfectly aware of his age and his ability to speak up for himself.

I still think you owe him an apology, whether he's choosing to overlook the offense or not.

[YellowRubberDuckie]

78. If you'll read down a bit...

I fully admit that I chose my words poorly. I was just inquiring about the vet's thought process. If he were offended after I clarified, I'd trust him to say something. Since he didn't, I'm assuming he doesn't automatically jump to being offended about stuff that wasn't intended to offend. I love dogs, and my heart truly goes out to the poor little guy. But you have pegged me as just the opposite, and I'm not going to try anymore to change your mind. I don't have the time or the energy.
Duckie

[Silence Dogood]

67. cuter than cute..

[yewberry]

4. Why'd you do that?

Do you have company coming, or did you hit your head again?

:D

[flvegan]

6. I'm keeping a promise.

[yewberry]

8. Well, that's cryptic

...much like a lot of Lounge conversations these days.

[flvegan]

10. My best friend

my dog, is dying. For the next week/month, however long he's here, it's all about taste for him.

Sorry for the cryptic, I didn't expect this part so quickly.

[yewberry]

14. Oh, wow, I'm really sorry to hear that.

I absolutely understand. When my girl was near the end of her life, the only thing she could manage was white rice and lamb baby food.

Whatever is going to make the end of their days comfortable or pleasant, that's what you do.

Good luck. Give your buddy a scratch from me.

[flvegan]

21. Thanks, will do.

And yeah, whatever you can do, you do. I searched high and low for bison today. Big negatory, so he got the London Broil.

[Fran Kubelik]

36. Oh no!

:cry: :hug:

I am so sorry.

[flvegan]

37. Thanks.

I took him to the beach today. I'm trying to make everyday a complete, great day for him.

[Fran Kubelik]

38. My heart is breaking for you.

Losing a dog friend is just terrible. You are so sweet to love him and make his time here as enjoyable as possible. :hug:
Give him scratch behind the ear for me.

[flvegan]

39. Will do, and thank you.

That was very kind to say.

[MonkeyFunk]

54. I truly am very sorry to hear that

I love dogs in general, and Danes in particular. Give him a rub for me.

[flvegan]

59. Will do, MF.

Thanks.

[Catchawave]

75. Here, this might help:

http://www.eoneill.com/texts/blemie/contents.htm

I've always found it comforting :hug:

[Little Wing]

5. How will you know if it's any good?

[flvegan]

7. Oh, back in the day

I cooked a mean steak, smoked a kick ass mullet, put the pig in the ground and salted her good.

Like riding a bike...seven years later, I guess.

[Dangerously Amused]

18. My heart goes out to you, sweet.

Your best friend, and my brother. Seems fate and faith are testing both of us these days.


:cry:



Biggest and best hugs to you. As always.

[flvegan]

22. Well, I can't compare the two.

But yes, fate and faith are difficult dance partners.

Hope your brother is doing better.

[seemunkee]

20. I'm so sorry.

:hug:

[flvegan]

23. Thanks.

This won't be easy.

[LeftyMom]

24. The things we do for love.

You know he loves you for it, right?

:hug:

[flvegan]

30. He sure as hell does, NOW.

He hasn't left the kitchen. The "aroma" lingers, to say the least.

[LeftyMom]

34. ido

ido

[LeftyMom]

35. kid at laptop again.

:eyes:

[Kali]

25. ...

good on you, man :thumbsup:

Sorry about your pal. He might prefer it raw.

[flvegan]

31. He might, yes, but

He's been vegetarian for some time. I really don't want to tax his system further, which that will.

[Texasgal]

26. What a sweet and loving

dog owner you are.

May your baby pass in peace with a tummy full with loving food.

You are incredible my friend.

[flvegan]

32. Well, now, it's not about need or "what's best"

it's about making him as happy as I can.

I'm hoping I win the Lotto tonight, and I can just buy him new insides. Cross your fingers!!

[Flaxbee]

29. very kind of you. I'm so sorry he's ill

... did the amputation not stop the spread of the cancer?

I'm sure he really appreciated his meal!

I think I might have mentioned this book to you, but check out "Sight Hound" by Pam Houston if you haven't already. It's about her love affair with her Wolfhound (bone cancer) and how Dante (the hound) helps her in her life. Really neat book.

[flvegan]

33. No.

I'm not surprised, either, tbh. Stopping/curing cancer is not economically feasible, in my opinion. Docs/vets do the best with what they have.

You did, and I should thank you for that. I'm a couple chapters into it, based on what I do think was your suggestion. So, thanks!

[Flaxbee]

40. Well, no doubt he knows he's loved very much

and you probably know he loves you, too. I hope you two have wonderful days, each and every one he has left.

You're welcome -- it's a nice book, & Dante's a great dog (but then again, all dogs are great in my opinion).

[jpgray]

41. Best wishes for your dog

I know what it's like to lose one. :(

[flvegan]

43. Thank you, jpgray.

We don't always agree, but it appears that this is a topic upon which we can maybe understand each other.

I appreciate it.

[jpgray]

44. We make a lot out of little disagreements here sometimes

But on the big things most DUers agree--"do the least harm" and "dogs are great companions" being among those, I think.

[flvegan]

46. Well stated.

[RevCheesehead]

42. That is really, really cool for you to do that.

So sorry about your dog. :(

When one of my cats was dying, the vet told me "give her whatever she wants to eat." Her last days were filled with tuna, chicken, turkey, and shrimp.

I guess we'll do anything for love, won't we?

[flvegan]

45. Thank you, Rev.

It's times like this that's "what is best" goes right out the window, and "what do you want?" steps up.

[MadAsHellNewYorker]

47. ...

ur good people :hug:

here's to you and your best friend

[flvegan]

48. Because you said it

I can start to believe it.

Thanks, MAHNY.

[MadAsHellNewYorker]

50. sometimes its hard for ourselves to see our own good

:pals:

[Robeson]

51. Which shows why you are a Democrat.....

...we sometimes have to put others, before ourselves. And that's a good thing...

[otherlander]

52. Why do literal English-Russian translations suck so horribly?

"We is located on..." Oh, god damn it...

[jobycom]

53. Dude.

:hug:

[mike_c]

55. good on ya' 'bro....

:hug:

[InternalDialogue]

56. flvegan, you're a good man for that.

Your dogs are lucky to have come across a human like you.

[mentalsolstice]

57. It was for the dog?

You've gotta do what you've gotta do! I was pescetarian for several years, and would love to go back (I was born within a block of the ocean, so I gotta have fish).

However, when it comes to the babies...

Miss Priss:

Hattie:

Beulah:


All strays, and all carnivores (oddly, I had 3 pugs before Beulah showed up)!

You have to make accommodations! No ifs, ands, or buts!

[HughBeaumont]

60. We spoiled this one too for the past month -

http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=show_mesg&forum=105&topic_id=6340002&mesg_id=6340002

:grouphug:

[Rhythm]

61. Gentle hugs to you and your fuzzy friend...

definitely give that pretty pup anything...

[Gidney N Cloyd]

62. I get this completely!

Since my Roscoe got cancer a few months ago he's been eating like a king. He's lasted longer than anyone predicted and I really think he's just hanging around for the good grub.

[sammythecat]

63. I'm a little late to this thread but I have to chime in.

I've seen many of your posts and I know you're a wonderful friend of animals. I'm grateful for people like yourself, and I'm truly sorry you and your friend are going through this.

I wish I was religious so I could say "God bless you and your buddy". You do have my sympathy, and some tears. For both of you. This kind of stuff really gets to me, and I know right now it's far worse for you.

Good luck.

[BreweryYardRat]

64. Oh, I'm so sorry to hear about your dog.

:hug:

It's good to see someone who cares so much about their pet.

[mzteris]

68. I'm so sorry...

There's nothing I can say to help make it better or easier. Just sending whatever "good vibes" I can you and your pup's way.

:hug:

[Midlodemocrat]

69. I'm sorry, flvegan. I didn't realize this was happening so quickly.

You did SO right by that beautiful creature. You should be proud of yourself.

[femmedem]

70. Oh, I'm so very sorry.

Here's hoping the two of you make the most of every possible remaining moment together. :hug:

[Gormy Cuss]

71. I'm sorry that you're going to lose your good buddy. n/t

[Coventina]

72. flvegan, I had no idea. I'm so sorry!

Hugs to you and your best friend.

Words fail in situations like these. I'm sending warm vibes to you both.

Goddess bless.....

[ChoralScholar]

76. I'm just beginning to see signs that my pups

are getting older. I don't know what I'll do when its their time. I don't know if I'll ever have any more after these.

Anyway, lots of love and scratches to your little one.

[MissMillie]

77. rare?

any seasonings?