I love cross stitch! I find I do it as my summer craft while quilting and knitting are my winter crafts. I can stitch anywhere the light is good. I've also discovered in the past few years I prefer to stitch using the sewing method without a hoop. I can go so much faster. Someone suggested gridding, and while I don't do that, lots of people on flosstube swear by it.
I love the idea of sending it to a vet's office. So kind of you. Feel better soon!