The studio is all cleaned up and I am ready for the guests. And really looking forward to it! We had a rough night, poor Twinkle almost died! We had to rush her to the ER vet in Kansas City, then just picked her up this morning.
She is fine now, but goes back to her own vet tomorrow.
We'll have to keep her away from her pups, she can't nurse any longer! They are just too big and fat and have depleted all of her calcium, which caused convulsions. After a night of calcium by IV, she is doing fine. But we can't let her feed the babies, just in case.
Her babies are crying for her, so I'm glad I'll have a studio full of guests to help me keep them entertained and comforted.
Okay, I'm off to the airport to get Suzanne! Gotta run.
OH my gosh...poor Twinkle...you must have been terrified! I'm SO glad she is ok now! Your studio looks amazing- I hope it's a wonderful weekend with friends!
Posted by: Linda | May 21, 2010 at 10:01 AM
Oh poor Twinkle...poor babies...glad to hear you caught it right away.
Posted by: Jo | May 21, 2010 at 10:10 AM
I'm very glad that Twinkle is doing fine now. What a shock for you!
My studio is so small and such a mess. I'd love to move into yours :-).
Have a wonderful weekend and a lot of fun with your guests!
Hugs,
Julia
Posted by: Julia - Vintage with Laces | May 21, 2010 at 10:11 AM
Very scary! I'm so glad that Twinkle is alright! Have a wonderful weekend with your friends.
xo
Claudia
Posted by: Claudia | May 21, 2010 at 10:21 AM
So sorry to hear about your sweet Twinkle. We lost our beloved dalmatian, Argos, a few weeks ago are miss him so much. He was such a good friend and companion!!
Now I must go clean up all of my non-studio spaces!
Best,
Bonnie
Posted by: Bonnie | May 21, 2010 at 10:39 AM
Oh so glad Twinkle is ok - Had a scare with our little sweetie last week (13 yrs old ) I know will be inevitable someday (sigh ) -- but for now -- runs like a puppy -so cute (10 lbs )
LUCKY !!!Suzanne and you also -- She is so sweet and talented -- Met her with the GA - blog group recently --
Can't wait to see your creations !! The studio looks divine !!! Kathy - ga ♥
Posted by: kathy | May 21, 2010 at 10:51 AM
Poor Twinks, so glad she is ok. I know how precious she is to you.
Enjoy your visit and have a great time!
Sandy
Posted by: Sandy | May 21, 2010 at 10:56 AM
Poor baby...glad to hear Twinkle is feeling better. Twinkle is so tiny, just a little bit of fur covering tiny bones. It's amazing how something so small can fill up such a big spot in our lives.
Posted by: Laraine Atherton | May 21, 2010 at 11:11 AM
So glad to hear Twinks will recover! It must have been very scary for you!
Your studio looks fantastic and all set for a great weekend! Enjoy!
Posted by: Dee Ann Head | May 21, 2010 at 11:19 AM
Karla,
I'm so glad Twinkle is ok. How scary!
Your studio does look amazing....I'm trying to put a studio together & looking for inspiration so perfect timing!
xo,
Shellagh
Posted by: Shellagh Selee | May 21, 2010 at 11:33 AM
Morning Karla..how very scarey!!!glad she is doing well...your studio looks lovely..so inviting,,like the rest of your home...have a great weekend..it is a holiday here in Canada...I stay home...to much traffic,and folks in campgrounds thinking they are having a good time..nada...take care of yourself...& Twinkle...Lorraine
Posted by: LORRAINE BELL | May 21, 2010 at 12:36 PM
Oh poor Twinkles....this is something I shall look out for with Lola and her brood. How old are your pups? I'm just glad she is safe and on the road to recovery. btw, your studio looks so nice and tidy! :)
Have a great weekend with your gals....
Rochelle
Posted by: Rochelle Gaukel | May 21, 2010 at 12:47 PM
I just want to come over and soak up that beautiful studio in person! You are going to have a wonderful weekend with a studio full of guests! Happy creating.
Glad Twinkles is doing better. It's amazing what a lack of calcium does to a body. I didn't realize it was so important to the heart function also. Everything is such a delicate balance. A kiss to sweet Twinkles and her babies!
Kate
Posted by: kate | May 21, 2010 at 01:03 PM
oh my gosh! That's so scary! I hope Twinkle and the pups pull through okay. I'm glad she is doing better.
Posted by: charmaine deadman | May 21, 2010 at 01:52 PM
Oh, that's so scary! I'm so glad that Twinkle is okay!
Posted by: debi | May 21, 2010 at 01:57 PM
Oh Twinkle, you poor little darling, you have been such a good mummy, making your babies all big and strong and then you fell ill because of it. I hope you won't miss nursing your babies. Big cuddles to you.
Posted by: lululiz | May 21, 2010 at 02:53 PM
Oh my poor thing! hope they are are doing well!
I seriously would love to come "play" in that studio looks like so much fun!
luvs and glitter
~jen
Posted by: Jen | May 21, 2010 at 03:23 PM
Oh my goodness, what a scare! Poor Twinkle. Well, weaning had to happen sooner or later, right?! ;) I hope you can rest and relax the rest of the weekend, Karla.
Posted by: Laurie Jackson | May 21, 2010 at 04:02 PM
how scary Karla...i am so happy that sweet Twinkle is all right...have fun playing with your guests in the studio!!!
Posted by: Lori | May 21, 2010 at 05:00 PM
Poor Twinkle - AND YOU! Did you go to the overnight care in Overland Park? That's where we went with Sage, I'm so glad your outcome was a good one. Give her a kiss for me. P.S. The studio looks great!
Posted by: Mary Green | May 21, 2010 at 05:04 PM
Oh Karla, I feel just awful that this happened to
your sweet Twinkle. I pray that she continues to
feel better and I hope that this weekend will not be
stressful for you. Sending lot's of healing hugs!!!
Please let us know how everyone is doing when you have
a chance.
Hugs,
Janis
Posted by: Janis | May 21, 2010 at 05:21 PM
Oh, so sorry Twinkle is not feeling well. Here's to her feeling much better soon and the pups learning to eat regular puppy food. (((hugs)))
Posted by: Julie Hayes | May 21, 2010 at 05:35 PM
I remember 30 years ago when my youngest daughter was a baby. I kept having breast infections and one landed me in the hospital with a very high fever. Her father was miserable trying to distract her, as there was no giving her what she wanted! I feel for ya!
Brenda
Posted by: Brenda Kula | May 21, 2010 at 05:49 PM
I am so relieved to hear that Twinkle will be fine. What a scare! I'm sure it's tough for both the babies and their mama. I'm sending good thoughts to you all!!
Love,
Susan and Bentley
xxoo
Posted by: Susan Freeman | May 21, 2010 at 05:52 PM
Oh how awful ! The poor sweet dog . I really hope she'll be ok . This news has brought tears to my eyes and reminds me of just how fragile and fleeting life can be.
hugs, Sue
Posted by: suzeeez | May 21, 2010 at 07:12 PM
How scary! Glad she will be ok!
:)
~Becca~
Posted by: becca | May 21, 2010 at 07:18 PM
What an awful scare! So glad she is doing better!
Posted by: Sheila R | May 21, 2010 at 09:10 PM
So glad your dog is ok. We had a small dog that couldn't nurse after awhile...same thing...and we had to feed the puppies every few hours. But it was worth it...just scary. We get so attached to our dogs don't we? Glad your little one is ok!
Blessings,
Debbie
Posted by: Debbie | May 21, 2010 at 10:03 PM
With all your friends being there over the weekend they can keep the puppies happy and let Twinkles be on her own to recover. Do you have to bottle feed them or can they just go on puppy feed? Easier if they can for you.
Have a great weekend after your scare and relax if you can.
Hugs
FredaB
Posted by: Freda Butler | May 21, 2010 at 10:29 PM
Oh no... poor Twinks. Now I feel sorry for the babies too. I hope your crafting friends share their love and cuddles for them today.
Enjoy your special day Karla.
Hugs ~ Kerryanne
Posted by: Kerryanne English | May 21, 2010 at 10:54 PM
So glad to hear that Twinkle is ok!! Hope the babies don't cry too much.
Enjoy your special time with your friends!!
~Cindy~
Posted by: Cindy | May 21, 2010 at 11:35 PM
Very scary; So glad you got her in time to the Vet!!! Poor
Mama~
Enjoy your friends and they will enjoy you and the pups!
Posted by: Ellen | May 22, 2010 at 12:10 AM
Oh what a terrible night you have had and poor little Twinkle. Good thing you'll have lots of friends around to help out with those adorable pups. Your studio looks so wonderful - I'm sure all of your guests will have an amazing time there!
Posted by: Zita - Mlle Magpie | May 22, 2010 at 07:23 AM
Sweet Karla! Thank God she is all right. I had to go to Baltimore yesterday in the middle of my workday to help my distraught daughter take the best cat ever, Mr. Whiskers, to the Rainbow Bridge. It was heartbreaking. I am so thankful, truly, that dear Twinks is going to be okay. I didn't know that that could happen to nursing mommas. Poor puppies! I am sure they will do okay, you couldn't have had your get-together on a better day! Your Friend, Bobbi
Posted by: Bobbi | May 22, 2010 at 08:25 AM
Oh, my heart sunk when I first read this. I'm so glad your dear little Twinks is going to be okay. I've never heard of such a thing! - Have a better weekend, okay?! - Kathy
Posted by: Kathy | May 22, 2010 at 09:30 AM
Hi Carla,
Oh! Dear sweet Twinkle...being a mommy has completely depleted her of nourishment! She's such a precious little thing, I am SO GLAD you found out in time what was wrong and how to correct it! I'll be praying for both momma and pups...and for Twinkle's caretakers! How hard it must be to see such a dear member of the family so ill!
Posted by: Paula Clare | May 22, 2010 at 11:11 AM
oh my GOSH! How terrible! You must have been so scared! Those little stinkers are sucking the life right out of her!
I'm so happy and relieved there is a happy ending!
Posted by: Robin | May 22, 2010 at 11:44 PM
Does this mean you have to bottle feed six puppies? Just wondering.....and I'm so thankful your dear Twinkle is OK. I would flip out if that happened....you seem good at handling many things at once, Karla. Your bird house party looked so amazing! I'm totally going to try this project and make one of those little gems!
Posted by: Mitzi Curi | May 24, 2010 at 06:44 AM
Yikes. glad she's ok!
Posted by: Jeanie | May 24, 2010 at 05:24 PM
Oh my! poor dear little Twinkle! I hope she will be ok!!! She's such a sweetheart, I loved how she visited up in the bedroom when I stayed with you. I'd be devastated if something happened to her. I'm sure you are heart broken with worry :(
thinking of you guys xoxo
Posted by: Natasha Burns | May 28, 2010 at 04:32 AM
Oh my goodness, poor poor Twinkle! Have read further on and found she is going to be ok. You must have been terrified! Give her a big kiss from me, she is my favourite blog dog! Rachaelxo
Posted by: Rachael | May 28, 2010 at 05:46 PM