Just kidding! Well- sort of. But before we get into that, I have to mention that Coco is also joining MayBloPoMo! And, just in case anyone is congratulating me on such a genius idea, the credit really goes to Kae. I was just kind of like “Hey, I think I’ll post every day in May because I’m kind of bored” and Kae not only jumped in, but came up with the name, making it an official event.
Okay, let’s talk about tomorrow. I don’t work on Wednesdays, and normally I thoroughly enjoy the day. Sometimes I have to schedule appointments, and I usually have some errands. but I’m just happy that I’m not working. I always find some way to make it fun.
Tomorrow, however, is extra special! I have a mammogram, breast ultrasound, and bone density scan. When I called to schedule them, the woman on the phone was so pleased to tell me I could do them all on the same day! Um… fantastic. I mean, I’m glad I only have to go once, but it’s not going to be a super fun morning.
BUT THAT’S NOT ALL! In the afternoon I’m taking Sylvie to the vet. Ugh, cats hate the vet so much. They hate the carrier, the car ride, and the whole experience. Not only that- because we got Sylvie as a tiny, tiny kitten, she needed so many shots that I’ve been taking her to an “econo-vet.” They cater to people who rescue animals, and charge a minimal fee.
The price is right, and they’re giving her everything she needs, but- well, the place is unpleasant. The clientele is… kind of strange, and it’s not close. The drive wouldn’t be SO bad, but I always, always hit traffic. Nothing worse than sitting in traffic with a scared, mewing kitten, who’s about to get a shot- after sitting in the waiting room for half an hour with people who are vaping and talking about their 35 cats. Oh, and there are ALWAYS two or three dogs barking the whole time as well. I’m not sure who’s more traumatized by the experience, me or Sylvie.
I feel bad talking about the place like that because they’re super nice. But when we’re done with all the kitten shots, and she’s spayed, she’ll do her wellness visits at our nearby vet, which is upscale, expensive, and- I’ve now realized- worth every penny.
Phew, that was a rant. Wish me luck! It’s going to be quite a day.
Do you have anything fun planned for your Wednesday?
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I get it! When we got our cat we took him to a low cost clinic for neutering because it was literally something like one tenth the price the regular vet office quoted. The staff there was great, and no complaints about our experience (I’m so grateful the place exists!) but the clinic was definitely in a rougher area with interesting clientele…including a man who stopped to show my children the BULLET he had just had removed from his cat. 😳 It was quite an experience for all of us!
We took our dog Genevieve to a place like that for her vaccinations, but unlike your place, the staff was not gentle, so we had to pony up more money and go to a better vet earlier than I would have liked. I don’t know cats, but I wonder if you got her some lickable treats, maybe that would help? The cat at the rescue that I see really loves them.
Either way, tomorrow is going to be a day to get shit done. You in the morning, Sylvie in the afternoon. You both deserve a treat after.