[nagdu] heat revisited

[Criminal Justice Major]

Hi, all,
So far from what I've been hearing news wise, the heat problem extends from Colorado, Arizona and on up to Washington, DC.
Another friend of mine on another guide dog related list was talking about how she has been experiencing more trouble with her asthma out in the state of Kansas and another one from Maryland pointed out she's been having trouble as well.
Man... I really do wish for moisture.
We just need a few days of slow, steady rain out here in Colorado.
Definitely no thunder, lightning, tornadic or general winds.
Yes and sadly, a brand new fire started yesterday and all the tale signs point to the cause which is lightning once again.
I've had to put off things, but tomorrow, I can't do that anymore.
I could leave Odie at home since I'll be with my husband, but probably not a good idea given that I'm not sure how long we'll be gone.
There's no way to predict what will go on in the apartment complex as a whole because there have been two real apartment fires, many floods and people setting off the fire alarm as they end up being careless, meaning that when they burn food, they open the door to air out their apartments and suddenly, the smoke from the burnt food and heat hit the sensors in the hallway, activiting the fire alarm in the hallway.
One time when someone accidentlly did set the alarm off, I happened to be gone from the apartment complex.
Odie was in the apartment and he panicked when the alarm came on.
Once I arrived back at the apartment complex, I heard the sound and immediately became concerned for my partner.
A former custodian helped escort me on to the elevator and the third floor so I could get to Odie quickly.
I opened the door and called to him, but he didn't respond.
I ventured further indoors and he did finally come to me.
He obviously went into hiding.
I took him outside so he could relieve and we went back in.
Yes, I really wish for the much needed moisture and a good cool down.
When I've had to take my four-legged furry kid outside, he quickly did his business earlier today and we went back indoors after that.
What's important is that I am trying my best to be patient with Odie as I understand how he feels.
I find that when I talk to him, it definitely helps the two of us.
*Smiles*
For those who are going to be in any convention, definitely be well prepared and I'll be praying for each and all to have a safe, enjoyable trip.
bibi, husband Dale and son Odie
the happy spirited bounty labra wolf