Bunnies...And Other Very Important Things

[jeanluc_pippen_merry]

Wow, Erin. Thank you so much for sharing your story with us! Were very similar in that i have gone through much the same as you, except i wasn't kicked out, i ran away when i was 14. Reasons were a little different but the end result was much the same. I am still not on the best terms with my family and hope that will change in time (i am now 30).

I have also decided that i want to become and exotics vet specialist! The only problem is that to study veterinary medicine in Australia, you have to either get 98% on your SAT's (given that my memory is pretty terrible, i don't see that ever happening) or a distinction average in 1st year science. So i have decided that i will shoot for a distinction average in 1st year science instead which would mean a total of 4yrs study.

So my initial suggestion would be a little biased lol, but i would suggest that you take time to think about it. And really pick something that you're going to be happy doing. Don't settle for something just for the money because the last thing anyone wants is to be unhappy in their job, just working to make a living and not enjoying it.

Also wanted to let you know that although 4-6yrs seems like a lot, it really isn't! In 4yrs you'll be 30, and 30 is the new 20! Lots of people are starting to live their lives much later than they were 30yrs ago. People aren't getting married, having families and in a lot of cases, finding their career path until their 30's. So please, please, please don't let the amount of time be the ultimate deciding factor, because if being a Vet or a Psych will make you happy in the long run, i say go for it. =)

 

[Bunnylova4eva]

back to the bunny- but I just wanted to say, I've loved reading all your bunny stories! Gus looks *just* *just* *JUST* like my little Charlie who is now back with the breeder. *sniff sniff. boy of boy do I miss that little bunny.

 

[gemgnir]

Hi Erin! I have loved reading all of your blog, but am so saddened by all of your losses. Praying for you, and for your bonding with Gus. Love all the pics! Keep 'em coming!

Meg

 

[Wabbitdad12]

Thanks for sharing your story. You should be proud of what you accomplished so far, I am very impressed, with your determination you will be able to achieve a lot.

This is the advice I have given my kids, do what makes you happy, money is good but when it comes down to it, happiness is what counts. The money for living will be there. I had to learn that lesson the hard way, I had a very good job, making very very good money. However, I came home at the end of the day frustrated and angry. So money is not always the answer, it definitely helps, but having it can also make you miserable.

I wish you the best of luck in whatever decision you make.

 

[MagPie]

Sorry about the loss of Molly. I've been silently following your blog.

Anyway, about the careers, I'd say any of them except upper management. I know that doesn't help much. But I work in retail for a big company and I would never do it myself. Then again I am tired of retail nor do I like it much. Plus they can do some shady stuff (like you mentioned) and it could take forever before you make any good money (I know I'm not).

Go for the schooling. Go for something you really love, whether or not it makes really good money.

 

[plasticbunny]

Thank you everyone! :biggrin2:

It's lovely to have so much support! I do have some wonderful Gus updates, but you'll all have to wait until tomorrow, because I'm off to bed!

 

[Brittany85]

Yay you got your internet back!

 

[plasticbunny]

Yay!

Oh ya, this is my first time on the forum in the last 24 hours because my internet died, and last night I was having some MAJOR withdrawls, lol. Think I have a problem?

 

[Kipcha]

plasticbunny wrote:

Yay!

Oh ya, this is my first time on the forum in the last 24 hours because my internet died, and last night I was having some MAJOR withdrawls, lol.  Think I have a problem?

Mhmm, I don't think so, I quite like the internet as well... But I'm just wondering what the wonderful Gus update is! :big wink:

 

[plasticbunny]

OK, OK, I've made you guys wait long enough, so here goes...

GUS LICKED ME!

I always hear, "my rabbit gives me kisses" or "my rabbit licks me all the time"... But seriously, the only rabbit that has ever licked me is BunBuns, and she only started about a month before I lost her. And so, considering my never ending jealousy of bunny-kissed owners, and the fact that Gus (until recently) HATES me, this is big news! I mean, Gus is only 6 months old, so that means I could be in for YEARS of bunny lovin'!

This is how it all started: Rob felt like watching some guy movie that I really wasn't inthe mood for, so I decided to lay upstairs in bed and pop Gus down on it with me. After a bit of excited scampering, he settled down and spread out. I couldn't help myself, I had to nuzzle him, and do you know what he did? He pancaked for a groom request!

So, I nuzzled his head and ears with my nose, and then... he looked up, and LICKED MY NOSE!

Last night, I laid with him on the bed again, where he proceeded to hop up on my chest and groom my eyebrow. We are making great strides, people!

MORE GUS NEWS:

Get ready to call me crazy, but I've decided to make Gus more a part of the family, and so I'm going to start bringing him places! I'm actually very excited about it. I've already bought a little carrier that's just his size to carry him around in. Just like this:

http://www.petsmart.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2750635

I put it in his pen and I cant tell if he REALLY likes it, or he REALLY hates it. He`ll go in sometimes, but then he gets all squimy and starts digging at it which could either be good or bad, I can`t tell. It isnt the way he acts with his hard shell carrier at all, and he loves that. Oh well, all in time I suppose!

 

[Brittany85]

I already know this but again, YAY! Gus is going to be a good bunny soon I can just feel it.

Have a good day off tomorrow and a good anniversary with the boyfriend

 

[gemgnir]

Oh my gosh!!!! I'm SO excited for you and Gus! That is awesome!! I'm gonna try nuzzling Levi more... I want groomed eyebrows, danget!

I agree! These are great strides!!!

 

[Kipcha]

Wow, that just AWESOME! I am so glad to hear your bonding is going so well with Gus!

I know a few people will dissaprove of taking your rabbits with you, but I think people really underestimate these little guys. I mean, my rabbits have gone EVERYWHERE with me and I've never had a problem. In fact, I stand by the fact that it's because I take them everywhere that I have such a close bond with each of my buns.

Hope Gus loves travelling as much as my guys do!

 

[JadeIcing]

I am so happy for you.

 

[Brittany85]

I have a carrier as well and it is lots of fun bringing Freddie to Petsmart with me. I wouldn't bring a super nervous rabbit in it but Freddie is so relaxed I never worry about him being stressed. I agree I think it creates a stronger bond.

 

[plasticbunny]

Well, today is Rob's and my 5 year anniversary! 5 loooooong years, lol.

Since we both have bad colds right now, we are celebrating by staying in, guzzling cough syrup, and rubbing Vicks all over each other.

How romantic :heartbeat:

 

[JadeIcing]

Congrats

 

[Wabbitdad12]

Congratulations!

 

[jeanluc_pippen_merry]

Happy anniversary and im so glad to hear that Gus has warmed up to you! That's wonderful news! ^.^

 

[TinysMom]

I just read about your anniversary - I understand how that can feel - we've been married 32 years now and had a few anniversaries like that.