its not actually my choice right now anyhow, so it would just torture me

i got a cat less than a year ago, and he isn't dealing so well with my brothers dog, who is a lazy bulldog and hardly even chases him, so i don't know how Piaget would deal with a normal puppy who is full of energy, and I'm not ousting him from his position as King for quite some time... poor thing had a hard life before he came to live here

OK - I'll make sure that any pictures of Maggie that I post aren't aimed at coaxing you into puppy ownership!

Yes, LadyCFII, do keep posting more pics of your little doggy.

I wish I could get a puppy. Maggie reminds me of how much I miss having one.

We got bad news yesterday, my mom (80 yrs)found out that she has cataracts and needs to see an optimologist to have them removed. Obviously, she's nervous remembering the old way of surgery. She is finding all types of excuses of not making an appointment for just a consultation. I'm going to give her a few days and try again maybe with a few guilt trips (I learned from the best).

I don't want to have a puppy (we already have a cat) running around until we get her to have the surgery and all is healed.

I don't blame you. My situation is much different from yours. I really hope you can convince your mom that cataract surgery has improved substantially. I have several friends who have had that surgery, and it went very, very well. Good luck!

Thanks, Barbara. I'm trying my best but know when to stop pushing. My niece and nephew live with us (she's 15 and he's 11); I told mom that the summer would be the best time because the kids out of school and my nephew will be staying with his father. Please keep your fingers crossed. Not just for getting a puppy but for her to see properly.

I will certainly do that. It's important.

Really fast, if accuracy doesn't matter!

dear quickstorm- my mom was 76 when she had her cataract surgery-maybe your mom would find comfort in talking to other people who have had it done - thats what my mom did - she was glad she had the surgery. Sadly, the Lord called her home at the age of 78 unexpectedly. (How I miss her and it over 6 years now) Tell your mom that life is to short and to take care of herself she will be glad she did. Don't forget she is an adult and the ultimate descision is hers - so do not push too hard and get her frustrated. Keep us informed - I wish you well ; )

PS Lady CFII I know how had it is to lose an animal too - you will never replace your beloved pet (family member) but another new "child" helps to soften the pain.