Makes you want a broken leg

Did you all spot this bright and happy card on Sony's Blog? She has a dear friend who has broken her ankle and she will be the lucky recipient of this card. I have it on good authority that that good friend is none other than fellow Cat Packer, Julie Masse. Getting cards like this almost make you wish for a broken leg.

Oh, come on! I said almost!

I want to thank all of you who commented on my kitty bites and scratches and told me to keep an eye on them. When I got each comment, I looked them over, and poked and prodded. They seemed okay and then I got Linda's comment later in the day.

Don't let the puffiness on your hand and ARM go however. My husband was bit by a cat (he was kitty sitting for some good friends and he attempted to grab a kitty that was being chased by a dog) and a couple of days later we were taking him to the ER as it got infected so bad. In fact, you should just go now so we won't worry about you.

I was touched. Then I looked down at my arm and the puffiness had grown, and now there was redness and tenderness. So, I did what Linda said, what you all said, and took myself to the ER.

3.5 hours in the waiting room and 4 in the actual room, a tetanus shot, two x-rays, and a big ol' antibiotic pill later, the doctor said that it was a good thing that I came in early— any later, it could have been worse.

Apparently, Cat bites and scratches are worse than dog bites cause they actually go deeper than you think and bring in bacteria or fungus or something and can really cause problems.

So, I'm to keep and eye on the bite and go in in two days for the doctor to check it. And, yes, there are more antibiotics to take in the meantime.

Thank you all for taking good care of me and watching out for me. You guys are the bestest!