December 27, 2025
On Christmas Day, my FIL started feeling unwell later in the day. He still wanted us to go to his friend’s house for Christmas dinner. His friend sent us home with a plate of prime rib, mashed potatoes, homemade horseradish, au jus, and asparagus. On a small plate, she also sent a cheesecake with sour cherries in a thick syrup. Unfortunately, my FIL didn’t feel like eating. He wasn’t able to eat because he was feeling nauseated.
My SIL and her son drove most of Christmas to get here on the 26th. My FIL didn’t look good. We (Bruce and I) had tried to convince him to go to the hospital or urgent care. He didn’t want to go. My SIL was able to convince him to go. They didn’t find anything wrong, which is very worrying. 
Now on to something fun. My SIL brought her dog, Lola. She is a funny looking dog with a full sized body and short legs. She is part dachshund.
Here is Nox, just hanging out.
Nox and Lola are getting along, but since Lola is much bigger than Nox. A few times Nox got scared and growled at Lola. Lola, being a good dog, backed off, and Nox was happy. If Nox were in better shape (not having a bum shoulder), I think she would play with Lola. Lola is used to cats and seems to treat Nox like one.
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