His name is Aero. He and we have had a very eventful day.
I had taken the day off as a means to having a day of relaxation. That, however, didn't happen. Elodie stayed home from school, at my insistence, because it's negative 28, but -40 with the wind chill. Skin freezes on exposure, so screw that. If I don't want to leave the house, she doesn't have to.
The next big difference (read: NOT RELAXING) came around 11:00. I was sitting in my bed, petting Arrow, when lo and behold, I feel a "skin tag". Being a chronic picker--just ask Robbie--I pulled off said "skin tag" only to find a LOUSE in my hand! I booked an appointment with the vet, washed ALL THE THINGS, and felt very itchy.
Thankfully, lice are pretty species-specific, and there is no concern of the cats or us being infested. The vet confirmed Aero is a walking louse farm, and prescribed a shampoo and medication for both he and Apollo. Both were administered, and with luck, our home will be louse free in 14 days.
Asher is finally warming up to the puppy, which is a relief. Robbie loves him. Elodie and I are smitten. Luna tolerates him, Pan swats him, and Apollo has started playing with him.
Besides pet drama, our home is moving steadily forward. Elodie's reading and writing is improving. Asher develops a stronger will with every passing meal it seems, and Robbie is almost done his master's. My job is busy, but good. Our life is content.
I'm looking forward to Christmas and a wonderful holiday with our family.
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