10/30. Elmo AMPS 56..,+2 51,+2.5 42 +2 . 75 47+3 69,+3.75 99 +4. 75 87 +5.75 98 PMPS 138 +3 253

Ok you have some eyes on you now Kel has had her cuppa, just in case Nan has to do some work

 

Agree, agree, Nan ❤️ Shocked me fully awake this AM. ,fo sho

 

Seems fine ....was a little hesitant the last HC gravy...syringed it slowly followed by bit of SEB....

 

Hopefully, the beast will not need anymore gravy today.

 

+3.25....94.....test in 30....feed ? If so , what LC. MC, HC ??? Or leave him be ?

 

I love when you call him, “the beast”, Kel That’s two tests above 50....test in 30 ....feed now or leave be ???? Maybe bit of LC ???

 

I would leave him be and test in 30. Let his stomach settle.
See if we are seeing the HC at work or the beginning of the inevitable bounce.

 

Yikes! Auto correct ! I didn’t mean “puking”. I meant having !

 

Elmo says thanks , Auntie Kel ❤️ Giving little more SEB ....he is not a fan of prolonged rich gravy....and what !?!?! Elmo ? Bounce ?.. surely not

 

Bobbie, I knew what you meant ....gave me a much needed chuckle

 

I see Elmo is keeping you on your toes again. At least it is during the day this time. I'm glad he's come up for you. I hope he keeps surfing safely.

 

Oh, Carla, thanks for checking on us ....and yes, much prefer doing this during the day than middle of the night even tho it is fun to hang with Bron and be able to tell you , early bird, good morning ❤️

 

+3.75......99....feed LC ?....test in 30

 

No, still hold off on food, he's doing great on his own. I'd even give him an hour before the next test, give his ears a little break.

 

Oh my! I turn my back for a bit and Elmo goes hunting sharks! What a guy!

Coast along nicely now Elmo!

 

He's holding and surfing.
Test in 30 or 60. Your choice.

Elmo does such a great job of keeping you and the forum humans bouncing.

 

Thanks, Auntie Nan ❤️ I am thrilled he has held ....poor Bron went thru it with us in the wee hours where this wasn’t the case ....this is piece of cake during the day ...but y’all dont have to miss sleep either being on duty Guardian Angels of the Gpa Man ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

 

The Beast ....the nerve of him

 

Are you saying that Elmo is not all that fond of your backside?

 

Thanks, Auntie Linda ❤️ Where would we be without all of you ?... ❤️

 

Now I need a cuppa

 

+ 4.75....87.... basically holding .... feed a bit of LC to encourage surf ? Test in another hour ? Thots ? Hasn’t eaten since +3 when had 1 t HC gravy ...have SS housekeeping to do

 

Give him a tsp of LC to keep him surfing. Keep coasting Elmo!

 

Thanks, Auntie Linda ❤️ Giving 1t 2 LC or the 6 LC ? 2 LC is his usual....test in one hour then ?

 

I'd stick with 2% for now. Save the even slightly higher carbs for when needed.

 

Got it Sleeping off the HC like a drunk in a stupor

 

I think you would be ok to wait an hour till the next test, and make sure he's surfing nicely.

 

Wow Beth! Elmo is at it again!!

Elmo, smarten up!! No more diving!!! Like everyone is saying, at least it’s day time!! Get your surf on Elmo! No more shark teasing!!!

 

Thanks , Amanda .... been a wild morning but , as you said, at least it's day time !!!! Scritches to Melly Moo

 

Hey Beth, when you get a chance, can you add the recent tests to the subject line (you might have to compact/remove some of the others to make room)? That way, people scanning the board can see the current state of affairs at a glance.

Elmo is looking good! He deserves his snooze time today!

 

Thanks for reminder, Nan ❤️ I need a nap too

 

Has Elmo come up enough for you to have a cosy nap?

 

+5.75...98..... feed a little LC or leave be ??? Is up from his nap and bumbling around ...wants window open ....it’s cold out so that little excursion won’t last long

 

Ha ! Kel ,you read my mind ❤️ A nap was the next thing on my to-do list on this overcast day .....after this AM if feels like it should be night time

 

Feed a little LC to a) encourage the surf, b) to allow yourself a nap, and c) and d).

I'm off. Need to focus on the manuscript in front of my eyes and also want to drive around trying to find a pharmacy that has flu shots on hand.

 

Ate a little on his own.....LB visited... back to his heat vent bed right in the middle of kitchen in front of the sink .... Thank you to all who helped us this AM..... y’all are the BEST ❤️❤️❤️❤️ @carfurby @Nan & Amber (GA) @MrWorfMen's Mom @Gill & George @Red & Rover (GA) @Bobbie And Bubba ...... it truly does take a dedicated , loving, giving village ❤️ Blessings to you all

 

What lovely surf! Yeah!

 

And FYI, working on updating SS ....it oughta be a humdinger .

 

Yes, your nephew is casually napping on the floor, in front of the heat vent located right beneath where the sink is located .....DH looks at him and shakes his head as he attempts to do dishes ....this from the man who 40 years ago told me there would never be animals in the house ......... I don’t ever remind him of that Gonna give a bit of a pokey break for a few hours ...good idea ? When do I need to get next BG check ?

 

I think you can wait at least another hour to test or maybe even stretch it to an hour and a half. Good job today.

 

Thank you, Carla ❤️ That’s what I was thinking . He just gave me stink eye from his window perch cos it’s cold out and we’re only opening window a few inches ....how dare we

 

Take good care of yourself,Auntie Kel ❤️ Those flu shots scare the bejiggers out of me ....you are tres brave

 

Another FYI. Internet a bit wonky due to winter weather moving in ...will get SS updated ASAP and as soon as SNOW flurries will allow !!! Yippee and yahooo !!!

 

Beth, we need to call this The Elmo Show lol this boy sure does keep you busy
You do a fantastic job with him. I just get pooped reading all this.

 

Wow Beth! What a day. You did a fantastic job. Congrats on the reducie

 

Thanks, Lizzie ❤️ Thinking ab you and Frankie ...praying for he and you ❤️ And rooting for the Astros tonight !!!

 

Thanks, Diane Absolutely do not know what I would have done without the Sisterhood of the FDMB ... no words can say enough ❤️

 

+ 10.....93 I know there's 2 more hours to go y'all but could we discuss a possible plan for tonight ??? I know what if's are kinda a waste but a 93 ain't a gonna cut it ....

 

Oh Beth, you crack me up! Look how well he surfed today and he's higher now than when you shot so what's your question?

We all know Elmo holds his cards close to his chest so any plans you make now may go up in smoke anyway. Keep your patience pants on....he may change the game totally before shot time.

 

I'm the nasty housekeeper... Please update Elmo's SS. (There are people like me that actually open everyone's SS.)

I agree with Linda. Kitties make hash out of our plans. I would urge you to give some thought to what the lowest number is you're comfortable shooting. You did great and shot a 72 this AM.

Remember, with TR, Elmo doesn't get a dose reduction. He was diagnosed in 2016. He has to either drop below 40 or have 3 separate cycles where he drops below 50 or a week in normal numbers.

 

I'm confused ... altho diagnosed in 2016 he was on vetsulin then 2 years remission now on lantus for first time ...

 

That was daytime .... this is PM cycle ...

 

It's not a matter of how long a cat is on Lantus. It's a matter of years since diagnosis.

 

First time hearing this ... he has had 3 reductions without any mention of this Sept 18 ...September 22...October 6 ...

 

Sienne , I do see that now in guidelines but since his age and having reduced 3 prior times ( where he went below 50) without anyone pointing this out I'm hoping to reduce this time as we did prior in dates mentioned above ( where he went below50 each time as described in guidelines) ... none of those times was this brought to my attention ...he is too old and fragile to put thru anything but the most gentle of handling ... he is my priority ... I know you understand and would agree...I'm really needing flexibility for the sake of Elmo's safety....

 

I know and I appreciate your angst about knowing what to do with Elmo given his propensity for surprises. Today he surfed quite a while without needing a lot of steering though so if he's come up a bit more by PMPS, he might do likewise on the night cycle or he may bounce from the lower BG. You have to decide what you are comfortable doing. We all know it's been a hard week for you so whatever you decide is fine. You are there with Elmo and knowing both your tolerances is important.

 

Thank you, Linda ....he is being extremely lethargic right now ...getting ready for PMPS and will post .... and it has been a hard week ... losing second kitty in just 5 weeks has taken a toll .... just want to give Elmo a gentle evening

 

@Diane Tyler's Mom I love that “The Elmo Show”!! He was a very busy kitty today, eating and getting tested, poor him, he probably didn’t even get to watch the potty mouth garbage guys!

I really wish there was a LOL! button next to the like and reply, I would have clicked on it a hundred times! You ladies are so hilarious!!!

Beth, great job on shooting that green amps! I hope Elmo reads the sticky about shooting low to stay low, there's nothing there about deep sea diving into shark territory!

 

PMPS. 138.....being lethargic .... not sure if I should shoot reduced dose and what that dose should be ....any thoughts ???

 

He seems to be heading up at this point in time. You shot 1.25u yesterday at the same pre-shot and he had a nice blue cycle (I know.....like that means anything with Elmo) so if you are comfortable doing the 1u, I think that would be fine and keep him from taking off to the moon.

 

Thinking of shooting 1 but am concerned ab having to give the HC gravy twice in one day.... he can tend to upset tummy when given HC gravy ....don’t want that ...needing some guidance here...been a long day. @carfurby @MrWorfMen's Mom @Nan & Amber (GA)@Bobbie And Bubba

 

That’s what my gut is saying .... really praying he doesn’t need any gravy....he has thrown up not long ago on an all nighter with Bron holding my hand the whole way....and he’s already gone thru one round of gravy today ....ugh, this Gpa Man of mine

 

Have you fed him yet? If not don't and stall for 30 minutes to see if he's still heading upward.

 

Just gave 1 unit ... he's been eating little bits all along the evening ...think his stomach is not happy about the gravy from today ....going to give some SEB right now

 

No tummy upsets, and no dives, Elmo... a quiet night all around is what you want tonight!

Great job today, Beth!

 

Oh, Auntie Nan , I believe and receive your words gladly ❤️ Could not have done today, any day for that matter , without this FDMB family ...mean that with all my heart

 

I hope Elmo surfs safely for you tonight and you can get some rest.

 

Thank you, thank you Carla ❤️ Needing some special Carla prayers for a settled tummy and level numbers ...he is exhausted

 

Sending prayers.

 

Beth they poor boy must be exhausted,I just want to hold him. I'm saying prayers that everything goes well tonight for Elmo and you.

 

Thank you, thank you Diane ❤️ Means a lot to know we are in your thoughts and prayers❤️

 

Hey Elmo!! I see you have been up to your old tricks again today!
Nice to see you decided to have a daytime 'stay in Jammies day' for a change today!
You certainly know how to marshal the troops!
I hope you are planning a quiet night tonight for your Mama.

I'll be around later if needed Beth and will look in and see what Elmo has planned for us all

 

Thanks, Bron ❤️ You are a peach ❤️

 

All clear here...he is feeling much better.... no gravy tonight, thank goodness

 

Oh thank God Beth, so glad, you both need a rest.

 

I see Elmo is going to have a bounce on the trampoline tonight!
Hope you get a good sleep Beth

 

I saw this the other day and immediately thought of you Hope you are doing well.

 

I don't disagree at all. You're home with Elmo and know him best. My concern is also for others who are reading along and may copy what you're doing. Would you mind putting something in your signature that reflects custom dosing

 

Thank you, Sienne That's exactly what I'll do . We are dealing with keeping an infection at bay with low dose antibiotics which influences so much everything else as well as his advanced age . It's a tight rope for sure. Thank you for your suggestion and hard work as a Moderator