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[slavetoabunny]

Wow!! What gorgeous pictures. The countryside is amazing.

 

[Nela]

I haven't forgotten you guys! Just been a crazy busy weekend. Rolo is doing great and is very very alert. Eyes are fully open and ears are sticking up :biggrin:Cutest lil bugger he is! Will reply individually tomorrow, thank you everyone for your comments :rose:

 

[Nela]

A huge thank you to

- Vircia

- Momto3boys

- Ali

- WabbitDad

- IrishBunny

- Aquamoon

- Patti

andtothe other few who have commented and messaged with words of encouragement (especially the one in particular who reached out and offered help and guidance) during this difficult time. I cannot tell you how much it was appreciated. I admit, I was so frustrated with the situation and myself that I could barely think straight at times. I was just one giant pack of nerves. Few of you may remember Wiggles but if you do you would understand why I was so upset about this whole thing.

Wiggles was and still is my heart bunny. I had rescued her from a certain death and she and I were very tightly bonded. Later on, I got her a friend which she bonded with like a soul mate. However, due to pressure and not really understanding the post-operation requisites, I put her with Bam-Bam before his sperm was no longer viable. This resulted in a pregnancy. Things went wrong and she nearly died. I rushed her to the vets where she suffered a severe uterine infection (I guess she absorbed the litter or something) and required an emergency spay. She came home and everything seemed fine after that. Until she died not long after. It's probable that the infection wasn't fully cleared and it ended up killing her.

When I first saw Giggles, the first thing I though of was how her eyes reminded me of Wiggles. I couldn't help being drawn to her. I have said it time and time again: Giggles is very very much like Wiggles. Now, to deal with an unexpected and unwanted pregnancy was all too familiar and I must admit that I was pretty terrified.

Things turned out okay this time though. I still feel bad that it happened but I cannot change it now. I love lil Rolo and his momma loves him very much. It is sad that she lost the other but even if this had been planned, it still could have happened.

It was nice to be there when she had the baby. I am a bit disappointed about having missed the actual birthing but ah well! I really have no plans to have more bunnies though I certainly wouldn't kick Rolo out. I didn't want another but it's very hard not to get attached, especially when born in the family. I think I would very much like to keep him in the family and I am still hoping that Jeff's sister will take him. I think it was very worth taking the special blankets out. I had actually kept those for any possible child of my own but this was a good moment I think.

As for the bunny napping... Nah uh! But I am open to the idea ofpeople bunsitting and him having loads of aunts and uncles

Again, thank you! You all have kept me in line and helped me clear my head and think a bit more rationally

Ps: I'll never complain about my blog being too boring and needing more action again :expressionless

 

[Nela]

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[Momto3boys]

Ohhhhhhh cuteness overload!

I can't believe how big Rolo is getting and I am so on love with Giggles :heartbeat: The Dad is gorgeous as well.

Is Maybelle a meany?? LOL

Your piggies are sweet, Im a Cavy lover as well

 

[Nela]

Lol Brandy, sorry I forgot to put a warning He's huge! :shock:Sandra (Jeff's sister) can't believe how big he's gotten in just 3 days. They (Sandra and her family, who had taken care of the pets while we were gone) were all freaking out this weekend when they came over. Lol. He's got such a round belly too. Momma spoils him rotten since he's all alone. :biggrin:Smores definitely uses his looks to get out of trouble He's very lucky he's so cute. Hehehe. Maybelle? Hmm she's the definition of rabbitude :expressionlessShe will tear up her hutch if you ignore her. She will tear you up if you don't ignore her when she wants to be ignored... She's... an adolescent girl with raging hormones and an attitude of a diva. :biggrin:

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I forgot to mention that Jeff surprised me with a new laptop on Tuesday, just the evening before we left. He had saved mine from certain death a few times already. It was still working except for the cd-rom and the screen connections must have been loose as well so it would turn off if it was tilted at certain angles. He had the oppurtunity to buy a new one off someone for really cheap so I ended up with it. Now we caninstall my Rosetta Stone so I can start my dutch studies :biggrin2:

On Saturday,I had Jeff's family over for dinner. I thought it would be a nice way to thank them for having taken care of the pets and home while we were gone. Plus, his mother had left a bunch of lovely yellow roses for me when we got home.Such a nice welcome. It was such a nice feeling to be homesick. It's nice to belong somewhere, to have something to miss. Anyway, I made cannelloni and it was a major hit. Cheese is usually safe with dutchies and pasta is safe for me Anyway, there was nothing left. All the bread, salad, and cannelloni was devoured :biggrin2:I was so proud when people asked for more. Phew!

Yesterday, we got up early and went out again. Lol. Oh... We had left on time but I forgot to put my foundation on and I am having really bad skin problems due to my pills. I mentionned it and it was bugging me so Jeff offered to go back home. I thought it was silly to do so but he did it anyway! I'm quite glad he did too because I looked quite bad without it :expressionlessHe's sweet though isn't he? :biggrin:

Anyway after a one-hour and a half drive, we met some of Jeff's friends at this place called the Openluchtmuseum. This museum was all about old farms and houses and the likes. It was quite nice despite the rain. I took a few photos but I didn't get many nice ones. I find it really hard to take pictureswhen I'm in a group and they just keep moving on or getting in the frame Jeff and I will probably go back at some point in the summer. We had poffertjes for lunch! Mmm! It was my first time having them. Poffertjes are mini pancakes really. The dough isn't completely cooked inside so they can be a bit gooey. Hehe. They were served with powdered sugar. I also cheated and had a lovely hot chocolate with whipped cream. I hadn't had a hot chocolate in nearly a year! Mmmmm :biggrin2:

I had already made dinner but we got kind of hungry. I had a craving for a big Mac but I didn't want to eat junk food since I had pigged out with lunch. Jeff decided he would treat me to Subway! I had craved Subway for months but there are none in the area so Jeff decided we should take advantage since we were passing by. He missed the exit but he still went back. Lol :biggrin:Then he got me an ice cream cone :biggrin2:I think he spoils me too much. LOL!

All in all, it was a great weekend.

 

[TinysMom]

What a gorgeous baby....I just ADORE harlequins. I'm sure that the baby is getting spoiled rotten by both bunny mama and its human mama.

I had totally forgotten about Wiggles - now I understand why you were so stressed. I'm so sorry for all you went through - it does sound like things are going better now.

The countryside was gorgeous and the photos of the animals and flowers were cool. I knew Ali would love the lizards.

Perhaps you've shared earlier in your blog - but how did you & Jeff meet? I know you were in Cananda and I'm assuming he was where you are now...

Just curious.

 

[Nela]

Thank you Peg. I feel awful about how I handled things so I had to share about Wiggles so people might understand exactly why I didn't want to deal with this A lot of people think I did it on purpose so I was really frustrated. It doesn´t matter anymore. I know what I did and didn´t do.I'm so relieved that things have gone alright so far.

As for Jeff and I... Lol. I am Canadian and was living in Montreal. You might remember that I was engaged for a time etc. I ended making a big decision and broke the engagement off and sent him packing. Best decision ever. Jeff and I actually met on a chat site. I had absolutely no intention of meeting anyone and really just longed for conversation. He and I became friends and spent long hours talking about anything and everything. Before we knew it, he was talking about coming. I must admit that I didn't fully believe he'd come down but he did. We met and clicked right off the bat. He came to Montreal 3 times, then I cme to spend the holidays with him in Holland last year and then he came back to Montreal another 2 times. I moved to Holland after that which is in May of this year. He bought a house for us and we've now settled in. I was very quickly and easily granted stay so I am very happy about that. I have full rights so I can work, have medical insurance, etc. This is home now. :biggrin2:

 

[irishbunny]

Great pictures! I love the piggies I really must go on a picture taking spree with my crew!

 

[Wabbitdad12]

Rolo is so cute!

Sounds like you have Jeff well trained, my wife says I am a work in progress.

 

[Nela]

Irish, you really do need to go on a photo spree :biggrin:I know I would enjoy it hehehe.

Wabbitdad, LOL. I think all men are a work in progress Just teasing really :winkIt's a good thing Jeff does all these things and I remember them because I wanted to strangle him this morning. Hehehe. Men, please clean up after yourselves!

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I am whining and going on a pity party spree because I can. I am sick. Again. Started with the ear thing the other day. Luckily it didn't hurt that badly again since but it hasn't gone away completely. Now I feel like I stuck a jalapeno pepper up my nose. My nose and throat buuuuuuuurn :shock:Wheeze wheeze wheeze. Just another reason why I am so grouchy :grumpy:I hate being sick. I am a lousy sick person. I'd hate to be around me Soup and tea it is!

 

[Wabbitdad12]

I hope you feel better soon.

 

[Bunny parents]

Oh, nela, the pic of Giggles with her baby is so beautiful. It's touched my heart. You must be so proud of Giggles, looks like she's a wonderful momma and thereeee ! Lovely maybelle. Sorry to hear that you couldn't get so close to her. Lovely Diva !!!! :inlove: Thank you so much for sending Kimi's noserubs. I gave the noserubs from you to her, she nibbled my hair in return, plus some digging...not hard but could make my hair like a small afro ullhair: lol. I guess she tried to tell me, " Momma, fix your hair ! Rock yourself, dude !!!".
Lots of noserubs back to your bunnies, to you too !

 

[Nela]

Wabbitdad: Thanks. I feel like I have been run over by a train.

Vircia: Hehehe, I'm glad you approve. Giggles really is a wonderful momma. I was scared she wouldn't be and then I'd find myself struggling to help the baby survive.I have a betterpicture somewhere where she is grooming the lil one, and another where you just see hisfeet sticking out at he suckles.I felt a bit bad taking a pic of her like that but it was such a special moment... Lol Maybelle is definitely a diva. So, how did you like your new hairdo?

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I'm lying down on the couch still feeling like I've been run over by a train. At 7:30am I was having ice cream. Lol. My menu consists of: soup, tea, pudding, and ice cream. I can't talk much so I guess that gives Jeff a break. Hehehe. I've been sleeping mostly but it's a restless sleep. Everything hurts. Trying to see if I can do without the antibiotics but it's not looking great. I'm always sick in November. I seem to always get sick just in time for my birthday :rollseyesHopefully, it will pass before then. I haven't been able to go see the bunnies. I am staying away because any asthma attack now would most likely send my to the ER. He's growing so fast I am scared to miss those special moments.

Rolo has started binkying. You know, when they are just wobbling around and then *Boing!* and *paf* they smack head first into the sides of the hutch because they are clumsy? Yeah, that's what he's up to nowadays. If you play close attention, you will notice he wiggles his butt ever so gently before he binkies. It's quite hilarious. Jeff found it quite funny. I just keep saying he's got a spring stuck in his butt. Reminds me of Tigger from Winnie da Pooh.

It is REALLY windy here so I am soooo relieved that they are inside the shed. I'm sure the bunnies would be fine but I feel much more calm with the baby being sheltered properly.

Yesterday, the doorbell rang. I was sleeping and saw it wasn't Jeff (his car wasn't there) so I couldn't be bothered to answer. It rang again. I figured I'd go see and let them notice that they woke me. Lol. Turns out it was the neighbor kid... Again. The rabbit. Again. Now, I love bunnies and all but after the 5th time it escapes you start thinking they are bound to lose it. You'd think they'd take it a bit more seriously and work at it so it doesn't happen again no? Not the kids, the parents really. I mean, the mother was there and all the last time and this time too. *Sigh* Just grumpy I guess. Lol.

Back to bed I go...

Have a good day everyone!

 

[AngelnSnuffy]

Lovin this blog, Soph!:biggrin2:

 

[Nela]

Thanks Crys! Makes me happy to know people enjoy it :biggrin:

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Jeff got me some soups yesterday because I don't feel like eating solids... Opened the can and thought it looked quite thick. Shrugged it off and heated it... Tasted it. It tasted quite nice only i felt it was like eating tomato sauce... Stared at it for a few. Went back to the garbage can, retrieved soup can. Looked for words I recognized. Realized I had to add water to the soup...

DUH.

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Crawling back into bed with soup rather than sauce this time.

 

[Momto3boys]

LOL that sounds like something I would do!!

Hope you feel better soon :bouquet:

 

[Nela]

[align=center]Lol Brandy, at least I am not the only one. The funny thing is I kept tasting it and pondering... Lol. I'm so out of it. Thankies for your message :biggrin2:

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Ugh, the doorbell rang again. Yes, I was sleeping. :grumpy:I woke and just sat there, wondering if I had actually heard it or not. Thought maybe I didn't so I lied back down. It was bugging me so I went in the yard to see if the neighbor's rabbit was there. I didn't see her. Sure enough, a few minutes later I heard the lil girl screaming for her dad to hurry because the rabbit was getting away. Guess she headed for the other yard. Lol. Poor thing wants to get away. I can't blame her.

Anyway, once out, I simply could not resist going to see the bunnies. I had the fastest photoshoot ever. Lol. I must tell you though, he isabsolutely adorable. Omg! :shock:What a cuuuuuuuuuuuuuuute baby! You should see his butt! He's got big big paws like dad with the tiniest baby tail! :inlove:This baby moves way too much. I stuck him in a cup so I could snap a few pics while he investigated. Here are the pics:

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He's growing too quickly... He no longer fits in my hand... :tears2:*Sigh* I wish I could just sprinkle some magical dust on him and make him stay exactly as he is now...

 

[Momto3boys]

Wow cuteness overload is right :inlove:

I think you need to send him to me! ray:

 

[aquamoonbeam]

Whhhyyyy would you torture us with his cuteness!?!? lol I'm glad you did! He is like a little Stars wars ewok, soooooooo cute!!! haha His little ears are just the most precious. Wow.