Today marks day four of our five days off from work. As I mentioned previously we were supposed to be visiting Omaha Nebraska but given Templeton’s health we couldn’t be away from home. Ironically we ended up taking him to the vet to be euthanized on Wednesday which was our last day before “vacation” because his tumor was getting to the point where it could rupture internally and cause him pain. Before I went to work that morning I changed his cage and gave him lots of treats and fresh water so he could have an enjoyable last day. I opted not to be there when they put him to sleep since I didn’t want to see him that way, but while it was nice to say our goodbyes, I felt guilty nonetheless. I realize it was the best thing to do for him but it still makes me very sad.
Other than starting our time off on such a low note, it’s been a nice few days. Thursday we planned to visit Milwaukee Zoo but my stomach was bothering me so we ended up staying near home and going to IKEA for breakfast and then to Cosley Zoo to walk around.
Friday we headed into the city to visit the Museum of Science and Industry since it was a free day. Afterward we went to Lincoln Park Zoo and walked around enjoying the Fall weather. We made a pit-stop at Smoque for some beef brisket before heading home. We went at a nice time as there was no line whereas previously the line was out the door!
Yesterday we cleaned out Joe’s side of the garage where all the tools are kept and then brought some pizzas to my parents’ house for game night. You must play What’s Yours Like? as it’s hilarious, especially if you’ve got a dirty mind like we do.
Today has been pretty low-key. We did a little shopping and I cleaned the mice cage, gave the toad some fresh moss, and mopped the kitchen floor. It’s pretty gloomy out but at least we still have another day off before returning to work so it’s not all bad.
