Help finding Tumbleweed's Thread

[Sara in NW MS]

I'm jordan, Sara's daughter. Lauri just got back from the hospital she wants me to find out how we can help tumbleweed since my mom won't be here to give him those shots. Lauri says there's a area out here for tumbleweed but I don't know how this works. Can someone help me find it? Can someone help me with him? I'm going to be in charge of him tonight, I don't know about the rest of the week. I know how to feed him but I don't know how much he needs to take. I have my moms phone and this stays on her safari, can I get on here from my phone?

[DarkLies212]

Hi Jordan. You should be able to access TSB from your phone if you have internet, but you may not be able to post - I can't with my phone. If you're posting under her account you'll have to log in on your phone at thesquirrelboard.com but you can make your own account to keep things separate if you need.

He has his own thread that you can post in here:
http://thesquirrelboard.com/forums/showthread.php?52434-Hope-for-Tumbleweed

I'm not sure how much she feeds him offhand, but it's probably there.

EDIT:
Found in my texts that he gets extra yogurt in the mornings, sweet potato mixed with his veggies during the day, and avocado sprinkled with calcium at night along with other foods. You probably know that, but figured it couldn't hurt to post

[Spanky]

Oh my goodness! The title of this thread gave me a bit of panic.. at first I feared TW had managed to escape and disappear.

Jordan, do you mind if we change the title to "Help finding Tumbleweed's Thread" ??!?!

[DarkLies212]

Oh my goodness! The title of this thread gave me a bit of panic.. at first I feared TW had managed to escape and disappear.

Jordan, do you mind if we change the title to "Help finding Tumbleweed's Thread" ??!?!

I had the EXACT same reaction!

[Sara in NW MS]

Thanks for the link, I'll go there and post. I really need to know how to help him since mom said he was dehydrated. She gave him a shot this morning, I can't remember what she calls it but it helps hydrate him. I have watched her do it before but I don't feel comfortable doing that. Is there something else I can do instead?
Lauri told me to look in his book and I would see how much he's been eating and drinking and to go by that. She might stop by here tonight when she gets back from the hospital to check on us and the squirrels but he's my responsibility until then

[Sara in NW MS]

I don't mind if the title is changed. How do I change it?

[CritterMom]

The shots your mom is giving are to provide him with extra hydration, since he want to stop drinking when he doesn't feel good.

You can give him hydration - either plain water or water mixed with a bit of sugar or honey (about a teaspoon in a cup of water) with the feeding syringe just like he takes formula. You can give it to him a few drops at a time if you have to - give him a couple of drops and hold and love on him for a few minutes, then a few more drops, and so on.

[DarkLies212]

An Admin will have to change the title for you.

Sounds like she Sub-Qed him this morning. Would you be able to try to force him to drink fluids through a syringe every few minutes to help?

EDIT: I see CM beat me to it :clap

[Sara in NW MS]

I'll mix honey with water and give it to him like you suggested. Is it safe for him to have as much of this as he wants?

[DarkLies212]

Yes he can have as much of it as he wants.

[Sara in NW MS]

Thank you for the help. I really should've paid attention when Lauri was telling me everything but it was so much information to take in all at once and I was half listening because I was worried about my mom. Several hours ago my mom was helping someone on the side of the road and someone drove by too close and hit her. I don't know exactly what happened to her yet but they are running tests. My mom will kill me if something happens to tumbleweed while I'm watching him

[Shewhosweptforest]

Jordan you're such a trooper...Tumbleweed is so lucky to have you....just like your momma is lucky to have you :hug :Love_Icon

[Shewhosweptforest]

Oh my goodness.....I'm so sorry Jordan.....you're mom will not hold anything against you....she knows TW has lots of issues...that you have no control over....just do your best honey :Love_Icon and you must be worried sick about your momma :hug I bet she's fine...maybe sore...or some minor injuries....I'm sure she would have let you know if it was serious :great at least that's what I'm praying for :please but I do believe I'm right :great take a deep breath...relax and just do as CritterMom said...few drops...some lovings....more drops....don't worry we will be here with you if anything happens and you need help :grouphug

[BCChins]

:hug Jordan you will do just fine. Tumble weed will be fine in your care. Go slow and ask any and all questions you need to.

Maybe some one ca offer Jordan their phone number just in case. I would give mine but I do not know enough to be helpful with Squirrels.

[Sara in NW MS]

It sounded serious. She was hit by the car and flew up on the hood and the windshield then she hit the ground. My grandmother is at the hospital and said she would call me when she knew more. I don't know how long my mom will be there. She wasn't awake, she hasn't been awake. He was taking this water but he doesn't want anymore now. He took 2 ml. Is that ok for now?

[Shewhosweptforest]

Oh Jordan....I'm praying for your momma....we all love her here...this you know:Love_Icon 2 mL's is good...but he does need more...I wish one of us was closer to help you out :( one trick we use is to put a little honey...or molasses, preferably, in his mouth...this will make them more interested in drinking or eating:great you could put a little on the tip of his syringe/nipple...see if that perks him up :great this may be a long night for you..and I'm sorry you're having to deal with such huge problems...you are handling yourself wonderfully :Love_Icon

[Nancy in New York]

Oh dear God Jordan, please, please keep us posted.
I know how nerve wracking this can be, we are here with you.
Many prayers being sent for your mom's full recovery,
and you children as well. :grouphug

[Shewhosweptforest]

Jordan if you can get 2 mL's in him at a time...you can take a break....but I would try every 1/2 hour or so....how does he seem?

[TubeDriver]

Jordan - We will be here to answer ANY questions you have about caring for TW. There are NO silly questions.

I can't not express how dismayed and sad I am about hearing of your mom's accident. We are all praying for her and you. :grouphug:grouphug:grouphug:grouphug

[stepnstone]

This is terrible Jordan, I'm praying for mom.
Please let us know as soon as you get an update.

TW is lucky to have you and your concern for the little guy
beams of your mother all over you. You got this!
Stay positive and know tsb has your back, we watch out
for our own and mom is one of us... now you are too. :grouphug

[Sara in NW MS]

I can give him water every 30 minutes. He's grumpy and acts like he doesn't want me messing with him.
My mom is awake! She has several broken bones and possibly internal bleeding. I don't know anything else right now

[Nancy in New York]

I can give him water every 30 minutes. He's grumpy and acts like he doesn't want me messing with him.
My mom is awake! She has several broken bones and possibly internal bleeding. I don't know anything else right now
You're doing great honey!
I'm so glad Mom is awake. That's a good sign Jordan.:Love_Icon
We are here! :grouphug

[TubeDriver]

Awake! That is good news!

:grouphug:grouphug:grouphug:grouphug:grouphug:grou phug:grouphug



I can give him water every 30 minutes. He's grumpy and acts like he doesn't want me messing with him.
My mom is awake! She has several broken bones and possibly internal bleeding. I don't know anything else right now

[Shewhosweptforest]

:boohoo Tears of relief and thankfulness:bowdown Jordan hang in there...as others have said you're doing great and that's a great sign mom is awake :please many prayers answered :Love_Icon

Every 30 mins is good:great and don't take it personal if he's grumpy....he grumps for mom too :grin3 he may be a bit spoiled :w00t if I were you...I would love on him...let him hide his head like he enjoys....do the things he likes...favorite scratch spots....then try the water...or juice :dono that may help :great

Sending you lots of love and strength...you're doing amazing young lady ...mom's going to be so proud of you :blowkiss

[Baxied]

:grouphug Jordan, Your Mom and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. :grouphug

[Gardentoes11]

Jordan, I sent you a private message. Do you know how to check it, or can you figure it out? Praying for you & your mama.

[HRT4SQRLS]

Jordan, thanks for the update about your mom. I'm so thankful to hear she's awake now. That's a really good sign.

Everyone on TSB loves your mom :Love_Icon(and your entire family) :Love_Icon and we want to help in any way that we can. We are here for you and mom. We will help you with Tumbleweed. Someone will be here. I'm praying for your mom and you too. :grouphug

[DarkLies212]

Oh Jordan I had no idea your mother is in the hospital. I'm so so sorry! Positive thoughts for your entire family :grouphug

[lennysmom]

Many many prayers being lifted for your mom Jordan. :grouphug:grouphug:grouphug
You are doing wonderfully with TW and as others stated, we are all here to help you with any questions you might have or help you might need. Your mom is a very special woman and she has raised a special daughter.:Love_Icon

[stosh2010]

Remember to wash off any perfumes or colognes you might be wearing, as squirrels are sensitive to smells. Neutral is best.
You will do just fine with TW.
Prayers for your Mom.

[lukaslolamaus]

Praying for your mom:grouphug, you and your family:grouphug
You're doing a wonderful job taking care of sweet Tumbleweed:Love_Icon

[HRT4SQRLS]

Praying for you Sara :grouphug Praying for you also Jordan and your family. :grouphug

[Sara in NW MS]

I didn't think I was ever going to find this post tonight when I got back on here tonight! I just got off the phone with my grandma and my mom seems to be ok. She says my mom is talking to her about leaving. She's ready to go home. They just knew she had several broken bones when she was brought in but nothing is broken except some ribs. The bruising they saw is just bruises, there is no internal bleeding. She's basically fine except she will be sore and she's beat up. don't worry about tumbleweed, I got him to take his formula with block in it and he ate some yogurt too. He's drinking his water also

[SammysMom]

This is wonderful news! You are doing such a good job and we so appreciate you updating us here on TSB. We love your family and I am so glad that your mom is doing okay. She thinks she is fine, but tomorrow will be a very sore day. Prayers for continued good news...:grouphug:Love_Icon:grouphug

[stepnstone]

http://www.sherv.net/cm/emoticons/hand-gestures/phew-smiley-emoticon.gifThat sure was a close one!
Glad to hear she's going to be (with time) ok. http://www.sherv.net/cm/emoticons/hand-gestures/clapping-happy-smiley-emoticon.gif

[Chickenlegs]

Jordan, your mama is one of a kind--she was helping someone and was injured. It's pretty apparent she's raising an exceptional daughter too. We love you all so much. You're doing a great job with TW. I guess he's the little soul who brought us all together. When you see your mom, tell her we love her and give her a kiss from us (very gingerly of course as she's likely pretty sore).

[HRT4SQRLS]

So relieved to hear some good news. :Love_Icon :grouphug Also, very thankful. :tilt

[stosh2010]

Buenos dias...................
hope you--TW--& your Mom............have a peaceful morning.

[Shewhosweptforest]

:bliss Oh Jordan I'm sooo relieved....I, as well as many others, were praying our hearts out :please I never get on in the morning before work...but I just had to check :grin3 I'm so glad I did :serene I knew you'd keep Tweedie safe too :hug your momma is so lucky to have you...and you, she :Love_Icon

[TubeDriver]

Jordan - I can't tell you how relieved I am to hear your mom is alright. :dance:w00t

I am in the process of recovering from one broken bone (fibula) and surgery for plate and screws so I know how it feels to be beaten up. Your mom (who has several broken bones and probably a concussion) is the type of person to jump right back 100% even when she should start at 50% so help her pace herself!

Tell your mom how much we worried about her and how happy we are to hear that she will be alright in time.:bliss

[BCChins]

Jordan so glad your Mom is doing OK.
As stated you are amazing stepping up and taking on Tumbleweed.
He is lucky to have such a great Skin Sister!!!

Sara so glad the news is better then we first heard. Get Well Soon.

[Nancy in New York]

Best news I've heard ALL day. :bliss:w00t:bliss
Thank you Jordan. :hug

[island rehabber]

Jordan you are one amazing lady and a wonderful daughter. Thank you for taking on this challenge of caring for 'our' Tweedie! :bowdown :grouphug

[Bravo]

I didn't think I was ever going to find this post tonight when I got back on here tonight! I just got off the phone with my grandma and my mom seems to be ok. She says my mom is talking to her about leaving. She's ready to go home. They just knew she had several broken bones when she was brought in but nothing is broken except some ribs. The bruising they saw is just bruises, there is no internal bleeding. She's basically fine except she will be sore and she's beat up. don't worry about tumbleweed, I got him to take his formula with block in it and he ate some yogurt too. He's drinking his water also

Thanks Jordan for the update and for stepping in. And thank goodness- it could have been so much worse. :w00t Hoping she gets good rest and healing. We're all thinking of you both. :grouphug

[Gardentoes11]

Thankful the updates on your mom & TW, and for all you went through to keep us in the loop yesterday. Happy to wake up to good news today! Way to hold it together, Jordan! Praise the Lord!

[JLM27]

Great update on both T'weed and your Mom. You rock girl!

[HRT4SQRLS]

:grouphugThinking about you tonight. :grouphug
How are you holding up Sara? :Love_Icon

[Nancy in New York]

:grouphugThinking about you tonight. :grouphug
How are you holding up Sara? :Love_Icon

Me too Sara! :Love_Icon

[Shewhosweptforest]

:hyper Me too! :Love_Icon

[lennysmom]

Yes, me also! Have had Sara on my mind all day.:grouphug

[TubeDriver]

:grouphug