tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-40938774922141798622024-03-05T01:59:11.718-06:00Gizzards & Calf FriesThe Wifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09938837778452220569noreply@blogger.comBlogger869125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4093877492214179862.post-14651267149237959632016-05-18T19:37:00.002-05:002016-05-18T19:37:45.368-05:00Shocked!I can't believe y'all are still out there! I was so surprised to get comments after my last post. So happy to hear from ya!<br />
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I thought I would share some pictures of our babies. We reduced our numbers after the Husband got sick. He wanted it to be more manageable for both of us but especially me if he couldn't get out there. So we sold some of our best cows, kept some pets and young ones we thought would be good producers. Got rid of mean ones too. He didn't want me out there with them. He worries too much about me!<br />
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<br />The Wifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09938837778452220569noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4093877492214179862.post-56095895347972407072016-05-15T19:18:00.001-05:002016-05-15T19:18:04.487-05:00Hello 2016So it's been forever since I have blogged. Facebook has been the killer of my blog. It's just to easy to post daily on it. Don't even know if anyone will see this but thought I'd throw it out there.<div><br></div><div>So what's new at Crazy M?</div><div><br></div><div>We sold our place last October. The husband wanted to downsize so we had less to worry about. Plus he had "build wife a house" on his bucket list. We found the perfect piece of land and bought it in February. Now we have just started the house. Not the best time of year due to all the rain so it's a slow go. Can't wait for it to be done!</div><div><br></div><div>Hubby is doing well. He still has a few health issues but nothing we can't handle. In fact, he ran a 5K for me last week! I have a broke foot so he stepped up for me. We had raised a lot of money for a cancer foundation so we didn't feel right not participating. I was so proud of him but he paid the price for several days afterward.</div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhmNsdNX4waiQLyVJzaPG0bUmlRnvLJnT9oxH7dnXrY6p1sd2CfeeAXbA2m4t2gH_zmYbHgLyr6lagYMFydkIpEkIrx9T09pph41H6V2MAUtKauCAvzhafijtfqXw76ImO0TF3SjPC4Jg/s640/blogger-image-2070044100.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhmNsdNX4waiQLyVJzaPG0bUmlRnvLJnT9oxH7dnXrY6p1sd2CfeeAXbA2m4t2gH_zmYbHgLyr6lagYMFydkIpEkIrx9T09pph41H6V2MAUtKauCAvzhafijtfqXw76ImO0TF3SjPC4Jg/s640/blogger-image-2070044100.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">All the animals are doing well.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Well gotta run for now! Will try to come back soon.</div><br></div>The Wifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09938837778452220569noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4093877492214179862.post-51379302377494200412014-11-11T12:00:00.000-06:002014-11-11T12:02:51.434-06:00Eye of the TigerWow, I haven't posted in FOREVER! But I needed to get on here and update everyone that has supported us on our journey. When I first learned of the husband's diagnosis, I felt useless. Really, there was nothing I could do to help. That's when I turned to running. I mentioned on a previous post a quote I read in a book about coping with cancer. It stated "See yourself becoming a Cancerville athlete and going the distance for your loved one." Being the literal gal I am, I really wanted to go the distance. So I became a Multiple Myeloma Endurance Athlete for MMRF, pledged to make at least $1500 and entered the Fort Worth Marathon. This past Sunday was the race.<br />
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On Saturday, we headed to Fort Worth to meet our friends, Gary and Shirley. They came to cheer me on, how sweet was that! We went out for some carb loading that evening then turned in early.<br />
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After a restful night, it was race day!! I was actually really ready for it. Most of my race days are filled with a little anxiety but this time I was really calm. No nervousness or anxiety like normal. I just knew I was going to have a great run.</div>
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The husband, Gary and Shirley managed to make their way to various spots along the race. I was so grateful our friends had came to be with the husband while I was racing. They managed to get him up and down the course (they were very familiar with the area). I loved hearing them cheer me on. It was like having your own paparazzi. I would come around a bend and there the husband would stand yelling my name. </div>
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I had fun throughout the race. The guys in front of me in this picture remarked how awesome the husband was to be there. One said his wife was still in bed, 3 hours away. They didn't have anyone but themselves at the race. Yes, I am truly blessed.</div>
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Around the 10 mile mark, I noticed a guy having some difficulty. I had spoken with him earlier in the race and he mentioned some injury issues he was trying to overcome. He was disappointed he couldn't compete at the level he once did. I assured him he was still doing great and was actually rocking the race. Later I when I came upon him, he was struggling. He stated he would like to use my intervals to get him to the finish. So I stuck with him till the end. We crossed the finish line together. Despite my aversion to hugging, the guy hugged me after we finished, thanking me for helping him complete the race. <br />
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An even bigger bonus was the hug the hubby gave me. He was so incredibly proud of me. Just as proud as I have been of him throughout this year's journey. My partner in life has been so strong and I only hoped to reflect that strength in my race. He is my inspiration.<br />
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Our, after I got off the ground, post race picture. ;)<br />
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He was wearing his MMRF supporter shirt under his denim shirt. He was the best supporter a girl could ask for!<br />
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We ended up raising $2165 for multiple myeloma research!! Yes, we have the most awesome family and friends!</div>
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So what's next? Well, I will be running the Miracle Match Half Marathon at the end of January. It benefits the bone marrow registry which is a life saver to many that have blood cancer. My training continues!!</div>
<br />The Wifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09938837778452220569noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4093877492214179862.post-65112400324137940882014-07-30T18:17:00.001-05:002014-07-30T18:17:59.254-05:00Awesomesauce<div class="separator" style="clear: both;">The husband had his 3 month checkup today. We met with Dr Conde for the last time. She is leaving the clinic to care for some family members. :( we will miss her. But she shared some awesome news with us before she left. All the husband's tests look perfect!! No indication of multiple myeloma or any new plasmocytomas!! Everything looks great! She scheduled us for another checkup in 4 months. If he is still clear at that point, she suggests tests every 6 months for the next two years. Woot, woot!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Now, bring on our vacation!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhb596kZkjS-u8E-G2QehVt2BjzeZK_7YvmFgMnW-fmFY7W2exwEqDMMoC7cykYXpGXlxO-oycm1QajvkIldGCmKCbgwWg00-bUur_OTfZKzZ2ak1qIpku8JPJX8VHafnkLJxZIPRjW2BA/s640/blogger-image--1390773848.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhb596kZkjS-u8E-G2QehVt2BjzeZK_7YvmFgMnW-fmFY7W2exwEqDMMoC7cykYXpGXlxO-oycm1QajvkIldGCmKCbgwWg00-bUur_OTfZKzZ2ak1qIpku8JPJX8VHafnkLJxZIPRjW2BA/s640/blogger-image--1390773848.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div>The Wifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09938837778452220569noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4093877492214179862.post-58649595431466056302014-07-13T13:30:00.000-05:002014-07-13T13:30:17.032-05:00The HappeningsLife seems pretty quiet right now at Crazy M. Our bull CMR 201 won second last week in a competition in Colorado. That was awesome! We hope to continue to move up in the overall standings. We were 6th, don't know how much that finish will move us up.<br />
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We scheduled a vacation!! We'll be headed out on our anniversary to Wyoming. I am SUPER excited. The husband let me pick the destination and I have longed to explore the Grand Teton National Park. Can't wait to photograph the wildlife and scenery! The husband is ready to fish. We're kinda flying by the seat of our pants but that makes it more exciting!<br />
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Looks like when we return from our vacation, the husband will be returning to Waco to work. He has decided he prefers a laid back less stressful work environment. So he'll be leaving the management world and taking a much less stressful position with Dr. Pepper. I support whatever he thinks is best for him. Only seems fair as he's always supported my life choices. <br />
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My training has officially begun for the November half marathon that I'm running to raise money for multiple myeloma research. The doc cleared me to run this past Monday. I started another blog to keep all my training over there. If you'd like to follow along, here is the link.<br />
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Medical Update: The husband's three month check up is scheduled for the end of the month.The Wifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09938837778452220569noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4093877492214179862.post-25463469325216159972014-06-23T20:47:00.000-05:002014-06-23T20:47:51.424-05:00Hello Out ThereI know I haven't been on here in awhile. Seems like we are getting back to "normal" since the husband finished treatment. Routine is back to work/home/work/home. That pretty much sums up the week. Nothing too exciting which is good!<br />
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The husband was experiencing pain in his hip. We visited Dr McHottie, the bone doc, a few weeks back. He said it appeared the pain was associated with the torn labrum that we found on his last MRI. To make sure it was the labrum and not nerve damage, he injected his hip joint with steriods. If it eased the pain, then it is the labrum. If not, then it's most likely nerve damage. Luckily, it did ease a lot of the pain!! So, the husband will most likely have a scope procedure to fix the labrum in a few months. Dr. McHottie wants to wait at least 3 months from his radiation so the body can heal.<br />
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No other doctor appointments till the end of July when he goes in for his scans and blood work. We did get a letter the other day stating his newest medical oncologist, Dr. Conde, is leaving. They sure don't stay long around here! So we will have to see who he gets next.<br />
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I actually went to the doctor a few weeks back. Having issues with my heel, nothing new. Had some inflammation due to running so I've been in a boot for two weeks. Have one more week than back to running! My sports medicine doctor's first question when he saw me was "Are you in training?" Then it was "When is your next race?" Yep, he knows me well. I told him to get me fixed fast because I have the half marathon in November. I've been raising money for the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation and I have to run!! If you'd like to donate, I'm still working on reaching my goal. Here's the link:<br />
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I will walk the half marathon if I have to but regardless, I will be completing 13.1 miles for the husband that day!<br />
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Crazy M Ranch news, we have a bull doing pretty awesome in futurities right now. We went to Guthrie, OK on the 14th. CMR 201 split 11/12th place out of 180 bulls. We're very proud of how well he's doing with all the competition out there. He will be bucking in Colorado over the July 4th holiday. Send good vibes!<br />
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<br />The Wifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09938837778452220569noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4093877492214179862.post-38974274488239861472014-05-08T12:08:00.001-05:002014-05-08T12:08:19.399-05:00Another Chapter ClosedAfter several reschedules, we finally met up with Dr Nguyen to review the latest hip MRI post radiation. He advised it looked good. Of course, it still shows a lesion on his bone. Now it is just an empty space, sans the plasmocytoma. We hope new bone growth fills it in. It's a wait and see game. One new thing did show on this MRI, a acetabular labral tear, which basically is the cartilage and connective tissue around the hip socket. We think this may explain the hip pain the husband has been experiencing. His pain seemed more mechanical than cancer related. So we will be headed to see Dr Ward in a few weeks to have him look at the hip socket and tear. Figure out where we go from here. Plus, being a bone cancer specialist and working with patients with plasmocytoma, we hope he can really explain what is to be expected.<div><br></div><div>The medical oncologist also personally called the husband yesterday to advise there was no need to see her for 3 months. She would schedule him down the road and let us know. Yay!</div><div><br></div><div>So we said goodbye to Dr Nguyen yesterday. It was our last visit!</div><div><br></div><div>Now the next chapter begins and we're more than ready!</div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgodt2YT96uyy_f9DFWS99_3onLJSlbRish7Cvaow9uaGnCOJQNimhe4e5BA8bj2a-ux8QKaKuRjC4nMHBcgaiZb2OKGnND2vwhVLuEEuRYIeTfOVLf-__Amu3dEZOBg0qj-Y2hCEWMwlc/s640/blogger-image--873588036.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgodt2YT96uyy_f9DFWS99_3onLJSlbRish7Cvaow9uaGnCOJQNimhe4e5BA8bj2a-ux8QKaKuRjC4nMHBcgaiZb2OKGnND2vwhVLuEEuRYIeTfOVLf-__Amu3dEZOBg0qj-Y2hCEWMwlc/s640/blogger-image--873588036.jpg"></a></div><br></div>The Wifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09938837778452220569noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4093877492214179862.post-46122350470219689172014-04-30T19:38:00.001-05:002014-04-30T19:38:58.006-05:00Follow Up<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkQSAxVAtvggUyrwi9LgeI6damS5SfQB8d_Zu0lDPlKBVG9VItMihyZCIEYUn56z-rTKTHKMjiIw6L3cLS37IkuH5hy_PrzULSZ8v1fRDH41BAPmmP9nY1icTr353GD6LX8DWiV3FdIsc/s640/blogger-image--1755535192.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkQSAxVAtvggUyrwi9LgeI6damS5SfQB8d_Zu0lDPlKBVG9VItMihyZCIEYUn56z-rTKTHKMjiIw6L3cLS37IkuH5hy_PrzULSZ8v1fRDH41BAPmmP9nY1icTr353GD6LX8DWiV3FdIsc/s640/blogger-image--1755535192.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">We spent the past weekend in Fredericksburg on our annual weekend getaway. This was the cabin we stayed in. Not our usual place, as it was booked, but it was okay. We enjoyed the peace and quiet.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">This afternoon, the husband and I met with his new medical oncologist, Dr C. She went over his recent lab tests. Everything looked good and normal. No proteins! That's always great to hear. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">The appointment with the radiation oncologist had to be rescheduled for Friday afternoon. We will meet with him to go over the husband's recent MRI of his hip. Dr. C said it looked good but she would allow Dr Nguyen to go over it in detail with us. He will tell us what the next step will be in his treatment. Hopefully, it will just be check ups every three months. Fingers crossed!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">So that's all we know currently regarding his follow up. Friday, we'll be headed to Stephenville for the Spring Fling bull competition. We have a few bulls competing both Friday and Saturday. Hope Crazy M Buckers have a good showing. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Little Spunky is growing. She is ornery as ever. We cut her bottle back today and she was NOT happy.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNPGse1dtJsuSY02jc4oK1NS9UoXGo6NL7XBajhQafCdoJU6OuybTvM5YjAkwsIlq81C7NW_PY0wZg5QQGWSXXeWh6Bs623gxhcZDnbQl_RDyg3XCm7cPYwK5mqA2yGDfDOvL9-z_LDss/s640/blogger-image--483276060.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNPGse1dtJsuSY02jc4oK1NS9UoXGo6NL7XBajhQafCdoJU6OuybTvM5YjAkwsIlq81C7NW_PY0wZg5QQGWSXXeWh6Bs623gxhcZDnbQl_RDyg3XCm7cPYwK5mqA2yGDfDOvL9-z_LDss/s640/blogger-image--483276060.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">And I will leave ya with this. Found it while waiting at the doc today. 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I haven't posted since the beginning of April! I guess that's a good thing if I have nothing to report. We've just been doing the normal routine around here. The husband got the pens completed. It's so nice to have swinging gates that actually work!! We also were able to watch Long Shot perform close to home a few weekends ago. A PBR Touring Pro came to town and he was entered in the bull classic. And guess what, he won! So we enjoyed seeing that. It's nice to watch a bull you raised do so well. The husband, his dad and friend went fishing yesterday. I was told he's now the "Catfish King". I don't know about all that but he did send me this picture. <br />
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The husband has tests all next week. Blood work, new scan, all that jazz. Then we'll head back on 4/30 to see how his cancer reacted to the treatment. It seems like it has taken FOREVER to get here. That's it for now. Sorry the post all runs together. I couldn't get it to work right for me. Peace out!The Wifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09938837778452220569noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4093877492214179862.post-78198904797348629562014-04-02T20:32:00.001-05:002014-04-02T20:32:00.133-05:00ProgressNot much new with the husband. He had an appointment this past Monday with a pulmonary specialist because a teeny tiny nodule was found on his lung during one of the scans. Dr DeLaCasas is very thorough and sent the husband to get it looked at. So we met with Dr Henderson. First let me tell you she is a hoot! Not often does the husband say, man, I really like that doctor. She told us there was nothing to worry about regarding the nodule. Husband said he was sorry he didn't get to go back to her. Yea, can't believe he said that either! I don't think he has anything else scheduled until his testing at the end of April.<div><br></div><div>Since the husband has been on leave from work, he's been a busy bee. Despite all my efforts to make him rest, he would not comply. He has a monster to do list. And he sold some cows and calves which funded projects. That was like the perfect storm. The husband with time and money! I think what we are most excited about are our new pens. We have actual swinging gates!!! It's still a work in progress but it's looking so good.</div><div><br></div><div>The load of panels/gates.</div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhw-o6s4z2VpGS65E-fYJH7OBsvh6EJnRE3bPzwsz5PVJjkoDi-oEwT3uBWu9PqilPc2bFnW1aLJCk1oEhGYYwTVx3XpCVLwS36y8BeX48VA9Tz_hyqxfI_YIqSOdDMeYXLJ9zei94NhxA/s640/blogger-image--282225009.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhw-o6s4z2VpGS65E-fYJH7OBsvh6EJnRE3bPzwsz5PVJjkoDi-oEwT3uBWu9PqilPc2bFnW1aLJCk1oEhGYYwTVx3XpCVLwS36y8BeX48VA9Tz_hyqxfI_YIqSOdDMeYXLJ9zei94NhxA/s640/blogger-image--282225009.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Removing old fence and pipe.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDar9XLKsXKDHhjAseWgFZFOv17OPkcwEdT5ghL9yiJRbrH2ZoZGKw4b_30rtDlx0AL5Dm8_RzBvCKchVDdIcs9TrbRgpGvUoJgBqwe3gXGBqgXyJiFfxF7qAXZdh_T46mWgXnjmyhxJ4/s640/blogger-image--765851162.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDar9XLKsXKDHhjAseWgFZFOv17OPkcwEdT5ghL9yiJRbrH2ZoZGKw4b_30rtDlx0AL5Dm8_RzBvCKchVDdIcs9TrbRgpGvUoJgBqwe3gXGBqgXyJiFfxF7qAXZdh_T46mWgXnjmyhxJ4/s640/blogger-image--765851162.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Spunky helping the guys. ;)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeeMH1nOUeioFGKMmex52k_7WCCxj2SHgehpnATcMPbn1ECnaj3bI87v7xTvS2jQhLnUj23F6D15T3dK_7l4gCOGz2c6DWHyWCF9TNHm5jz6sTKoXYC1gkmiCuOrFjktAIFmlWE3KRg9E/s640/blogger-image-495018427.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeeMH1nOUeioFGKMmex52k_7WCCxj2SHgehpnATcMPbn1ECnaj3bI87v7xTvS2jQhLnUj23F6D15T3dK_7l4gCOGz2c6DWHyWCF9TNHm5jz6sTKoXYC1gkmiCuOrFjktAIFmlWE3KRg9E/s640/blogger-image-495018427.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Progress</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9iltCPnMpv5fOlE5g_nVm0NJQEpAjxWID1i1dgQdWYEuLoiKqnhXtNohXdHuTSTdRh_chyphenhyphen1lckc4iavTjM-NE861uJLBr6jf_RkZaWt3wC0KMtCmydxRQPenyDzZSqfG1AlpbscFMVX4/s640/blogger-image--452442237.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9iltCPnMpv5fOlE5g_nVm0NJQEpAjxWID1i1dgQdWYEuLoiKqnhXtNohXdHuTSTdRh_chyphenhyphen1lckc4iavTjM-NE861uJLBr6jf_RkZaWt3wC0KMtCmydxRQPenyDzZSqfG1AlpbscFMVX4/s640/blogger-image--452442237.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">The alley</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh53gUFL90yWjDOwOcYKnCp5mvW088cl3M5OGTaCe1jgV0t8PwR5ly2QcmP7YEPBfcL8_Nk6kU2U7IZUElD9ckPzQ6rnEQBF2xtkk6ln7upZX08cl2fif19_gG68Bf57sg9cDXeEYUliqg/s640/blogger-image-869855607.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh53gUFL90yWjDOwOcYKnCp5mvW088cl3M5OGTaCe1jgV0t8PwR5ly2QcmP7YEPBfcL8_Nk6kU2U7IZUElD9ckPzQ6rnEQBF2xtkk6ln7upZX08cl2fif19_gG68Bf57sg9cDXeEYUliqg/s640/blogger-image-869855607.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">He also had the county install a longer culvert in our driveway. Will really help pulling in and out with a long trailer. Tomorrow he has some gravel being delivered for the drive and mud holes. See, he's been busy! He over did it this past weekend though. Argh!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">What else has been going on? OH! Ran another 5K this past Saturday. I won 1st in my age group and was the second overall female finisher! I was super excited. The husband was so proud of me. It was pretty awesome.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">We've had more babies born. Will have to get good pictures to post soon.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Spunky Brewster is growing like a wild weed. :) She is a stinker.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjK2a8rGukJGE48sieImMqQCzDG3PDtWiW0CtbRNVl62gPH1LXTwrMygf4abwm6yJAB7XDB6uP2TAt64VSUnDTWHKUKBdl7Y0bGtdgEfyuhXwTIGhsuKv7Aavicw1VOW1aT_8qy08bqq5E/s640/blogger-image-94256892.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjK2a8rGukJGE48sieImMqQCzDG3PDtWiW0CtbRNVl62gPH1LXTwrMygf4abwm6yJAB7XDB6uP2TAt64VSUnDTWHKUKBdl7Y0bGtdgEfyuhXwTIGhsuKv7Aavicw1VOW1aT_8qy08bqq5E/s640/blogger-image-94256892.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">I took this picture on our walk around the pasture. She turned a month old! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">I think that's about it. But I'm sure I'm forgetting something.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">One last thing, I had a bunch of messages today after the Fort Hood shooting. I do still work on post but I actually left post early today. So I wasn't anywhere close when it occurred. Thankfully I didn't have to go thru another shooting on base. One was enough for me. Thanks to everyone that contacted me. I felt so loved. ;)</div><br></div><br></div><br></div><br></div><br></div>The Wifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09938837778452220569noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4093877492214179862.post-49068771436610362662014-03-23T14:50:00.002-05:002014-03-23T14:50:15.197-05:00Weekend GetawayFriday afternoon, we met with Dr DeLaCasas for a follow up. He looked at the blood work and urine tests the husband did earlier in the week. Everything looked good. There was a small amount of protein in his urine that we will continue to monitor. Dr D said sometimes the protein is so small it filters quickly from the blood (thus not picked up on the blood test) and into the urine. So in a month, he'll have another blood and urine test to see if there are any changes. <br />
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Dr D just reiterated that we just have to stay on top of all the husband's appointments. Don't get lazy and put anything off. If he fills different, has any new pains or even feels sick, he is to call and come in to get looked at. The husband understands and plans to stay on top of it.<br />
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Dr D also informed us of his departure at the end of the month. The husband will either be seen by the other medical oncologist at the clinic or the new one taking Dr D's position. He said if we are ever in San Antonio to call him. He would love to go to a rodeo or just out to eat. We are considered his friends now and he would love to socialize with us outside of the doctor/patient realm. Isn't he the sweetest?!<br />
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So we got all of the husband's follow up appointments scheduled. At the end of April, he will have a MRI to check the tumor. The next week, we will meet with the radiation oncologist, Dr Nguyen to go over the findings. Fingers crossed it was zapped to nothing. He will also do his urine/blood work and we'll get those results. Keep praying for great news!<br />
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We discussed a spot on his shoulder that was seen years ago when he had the joint replaced. All three of his doctors believe it is not another plasmocytoma. After comparing the original image from several years ago and the recent image, they decided the spot had actually gotten smaller. <br />
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After the doctor visit, we headed to Stephenville for a little getaway. The FIL was at the house to take care of all the animals so off we went. I had booked a bed and breakfast cabin for us to stay in. The husband was pretty surprised that there was such a place in Stephenville!<br />
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We visited some of our favorite places and checked out how things had grown/changed since we lived there. Even though we go to Stephenville quite a bit, we never actually go into town. So it was nice to cruise around. The gazebo where we got married still looked just as pretty.<br />
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We enjoyed our stay and got back home around lunch today. It was nice to get away for a few days. Now back to the grind. ;)The Wifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09938837778452220569noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4093877492214179862.post-4827117015796954622014-03-13T21:19:00.001-05:002014-03-13T21:29:58.253-05:00Cynthia, will you marry me?We met with Dr McHottie, I mean Dr Ward, this morning. He looked over the husband's X-ray of his hip. He was very pleased. The joint looked good. He was afraid the ball might fall off into the socket where the tumor was but nope. So no hip replacement anytime soon. He is optimistic that the bone will actually regenerate where the tumor was and no surgery will be needed. Of course, the radiation of the joint may induce arthritis but we'll cross that bridge later.<div><br></div><div>Plus all the husband's blood work was normal. No protein!! So happy to hear that. Protein in the blood is indicative of multiple myeloma so yay! Continued blessings that it really is a singular plasmocytoma.</div><div><br></div><div>Then we headed to radiation. The husband took me back to see how it all works. Another reason I love the cancer center, they let me go and watch everything. So open to show you whatever you want to see. I watched them get him all lined up on the table and ready. Then they took me into their area and let me watch the entire process. It was very cool. And they told us that Dr Nguyen reduced his treatment and the husband will be done next Wednesday!!</div><div><br></div><div>We celebrated all the good news with Chinese food for lunch. Our fortune cookies were pretty funny. The husband's said "Thank you, it was really cramped in there." Mine read "Cynthia, will you marry me?" LOL I guess when you're as fortunate as us, you don't need fortunes in your cookies!</div><div><br></div><div>Then the husband advised me that he really wanted me to drive a truck. He just thinks I'm safer in a truck then my little SUV. So we ended up at a dealership, trading my car in for a new truck. Hadn't planned on that! But whatever makes the husband feel better. :) </div><div><br></div><div>We wrapped the day up with ice cream cones. Seriously, a day can't get much better than this. </div><div><br></div><div><br></div>The Wifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09938837778452220569noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4093877492214179862.post-6604804665677301092014-03-11T21:08:00.001-05:002014-03-11T21:22:09.434-05:00Who's Your DaddyWell Spunky Brewster's not the only little one around here. We've had quite a few babies born recently. Luckily, all were born without problems and momma's are good. Fingers crossed the remaining cows will continue on this streak. One bottle baby is enough. But Spunky is fun and doing well.<div><br></div><div>This is my favorite. Our only bull thus far so he better buck!<br><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguOqZKkfBAq_LVXWWiXV19_5JIwecfshLVSvX9ZMIs9-MidI7oA3wwPfhf1mSWucj0MqBbwVPcCoqAYKN-Y8zS1rGd8sLF4sbBDsM2gVxGOEGteYM4kBZuE_6i0EuflzhlHQ26SsHE8Q4/s640/blogger-image-1860769619.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguOqZKkfBAq_LVXWWiXV19_5JIwecfshLVSvX9ZMIs9-MidI7oA3wwPfhf1mSWucj0MqBbwVPcCoqAYKN-Y8zS1rGd8sLF4sbBDsM2gVxGOEGteYM4kBZuE_6i0EuflzhlHQ26SsHE8Q4/s640/blogger-image-1860769619.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Here's the husband's favorite. She's a cutie.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirNNx37vD8rBuwNkBhUd2F7szoXYPEPPI3mj7iozkFG7OXpJns8S9W1hugKYlhci0tcrtemiIiQk3YQJFR0cZtqZYDo-42WEOCx9UB61vmgVvaAHK4760NBoWNf-B1G59YtAZ6DbE4M00/s640/blogger-image--759427612.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirNNx37vD8rBuwNkBhUd2F7szoXYPEPPI3mj7iozkFG7OXpJns8S9W1hugKYlhci0tcrtemiIiQk3YQJFR0cZtqZYDo-42WEOCx9UB61vmgVvaAHK4760NBoWNf-B1G59YtAZ6DbE4M00/s640/blogger-image--759427612.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">And our niece's heifer has a lil bull.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhne3BarDxKogZCzLPv1wkF3MmQzxWw91Tr31nKB25i0ZlLNCpYBS7Qj0Hjoc00iyc_wVDi27Qvwvh3ctADQJ2PU13I4TRgmdDWWbDH0uoZuvTEWnJHzLiTvRQqfq8jfuoHJjc1icxPnPw/s640/blogger-image-803951366.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhne3BarDxKogZCzLPv1wkF3MmQzxWw91Tr31nKB25i0ZlLNCpYBS7Qj0Hjoc00iyc_wVDi27Qvwvh3ctADQJ2PU13I4TRgmdDWWbDH0uoZuvTEWnJHzLiTvRQqfq8jfuoHJjc1icxPnPw/s640/blogger-image-803951366.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">It's always fun to watch the babies play in the pasture. One of my favorite things.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">In other news, the husband has an appointment with Dr Ward Thursday morning. It will be the first time we've seen him since he gave us the husband's diagnosis. And that feels like FOREVER ago. He'll get X-rays of his hip and we'll see how the bones are doing. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Then next Monday the husband does his lab work for Dr DeLa Casa, his medical oncologist. Our appointment with him is a week from this Friday. The husband was told that Dr D is leaving so the meeting may be with the other oncologist at the clinic. Hate that Dr D is leaving. He is awesome and so thorough. We'll miss him. But they said he was commuting from San Antonio daily. That's crazy! <span style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(26, 26, 26, 0.292969); -webkit-composition-fill-color: rgba(175, 192, 227, 0.230469); -webkit-composition-frame-color: rgba(77, 128, 180, 0.230469); ">Just crappy that they leave. The </span>new radiation oncologist is cool though. So I'm sure the new medical oncologist will be fine. Or we'll just have to go see Dr D in San Antonio. ;) We'll keep ya updated with what we learn at the upcoming appointments. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">One last thing, March is Myeloma Awareness Month! So I'll leave you with this fact. Multiple Myeloma is the second most common blood cancer, after non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, and represents approximately 1 percent of all cancers.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">And don't forget about my MMRF Endurance event in November. Raising money and awareness for myeloma research! You can donate and support us here:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="http://www.active.com/donate/2014mmrfYOR/YORKMyers">http://www.active.com/donate/2014mmrfYOR/YORKMyers</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Thanks for all your continued support and prayers! We're blessed beyond measure.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div></div><div class="page" title="Page 6"><div class="section"><div class="layoutArea"><div class="column"><p><span style="font-size: 9pt; font-family: Univers; "><br></span></p>
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The Wifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09938837778452220569noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4093877492214179862.post-21830875959833098772014-02-17T21:03:00.001-06:002014-02-17T21:03:27.037-06:00Week One - CheckWell the husband has completed a full week of radiation. He's experiencing some stiffness in his hip and achiness. And I think he may have over did it this weekend so he hasn't felt real well the past two days but for the most part, he's doing alright. He has been following the "rules" about lifting too.<div><br></div><div>Other news this week, Stubby is back home. After spending time with the neighbor's cattle, not by the neighbor's choice, they brought him home a few days ago. We had tried getting him several times but Stubby just loved those F1 girls. :) Now that his jail was complete, we just needed to get him back. </div><div><br></div><div>Well, we got home late one evening and I went out to feed the young bulls. I walked into their pen and noticed the walk thru gate to Stubby's jail bent in half. I went back out and asked the husband if he saw where the young bulls were. Yea, they were where they're suppose to be. I told the husband to come with me. I showed him the gate and he immediately said Stubby! The neighbor had brought him home without us knowing earlier that afternoon. Of course, he escaped out of the only small gap there was in the 7' tall pen. We had planned on fixing that before he was put in it. So I went around the barn and looked, there he was. I got him to follow me back into his pen. We moved some panels to cover his escape route.</div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWJ6fu9fBK_4NhjLU3-EdHD8xkZSyUf2F5ikV6Hvy-GJFV9hHWagdGUK6hqraaFJnSsOQY55nsOfNSXmJKG7oWMfbe4EFPlCgU8Au9okzV_0bniRSfxVRrNJVM1qFf2ixY7sErYmO5f4M/s640/blogger-image--979931705.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWJ6fu9fBK_4NhjLU3-EdHD8xkZSyUf2F5ikV6Hvy-GJFV9hHWagdGUK6hqraaFJnSsOQY55nsOfNSXmJKG7oWMfbe4EFPlCgU8Au9okzV_0bniRSfxVRrNJVM1qFf2ixY7sErYmO5f4M/s640/blogger-image--979931705.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">The husband was not happy with "MY" bull. He said he was going to give me a bill for everything he's torn up. Whatever! He's been contained for several days now. We'll see if it lasts or if he decides to try his hoof at climbing. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">The husband took some young bulls to Stephenville on Saturday evening. They bucked them for us early Sunday. I had to stay home for a photoshoot. I think it may have been a little too much for the husband though. He felt puny after getting really cold that morning. So he'll have to learn to pace himself during his treatment. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">So besides Stubby's eventful homecoming, the past week has been pretty quiet. We shall see what this week holds for us!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><br></div>The Wifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09938837778452220569noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4093877492214179862.post-83152632873157808442014-02-14T07:19:00.006-06:002014-02-14T07:19:59.445-06:00Happy Heart Day!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<br />The Wifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09938837778452220569noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4093877492214179862.post-71672988493091507592014-02-11T20:31:00.001-06:002014-02-11T20:31:39.160-06:00Newest Member of the Medical Team<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2vT6TRJ-Bd7Yxx3tMpkCve4fYrhm6N2mg7xNlClVCQsvrJ05PtVuNoQ1VObE4eDFIOcY6dzIrtn03CJjnVkKn9c7Bkmvu2o74cRosJ4LVTnUoSWQOiD2bddjoI4mm54ERGyr-uuNiUkY/s640/blogger-image-1867312030.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2vT6TRJ-Bd7Yxx3tMpkCve4fYrhm6N2mg7xNlClVCQsvrJ05PtVuNoQ1VObE4eDFIOcY6dzIrtn03CJjnVkKn9c7Bkmvu2o74cRosJ4LVTnUoSWQOiD2bddjoI4mm54ERGyr-uuNiUkY/s640/blogger-image-1867312030.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Dr. Butch would like to review all of the husband's labs, scans and treatment plans. ;)</div>The Wifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09938837778452220569noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4093877492214179862.post-10033217916157831992014-02-10T19:17:00.000-06:002014-02-10T20:02:30.280-06:00Let the Zappin' Begin!<div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNR1NrNtPwYZkfbaCirjkMc9d0i-v_mT0ISNOQP5HzYoYBEKJ7UZca9MkBNN7tiAuctC3ZDVBw13OEnZf3fFuSB2P5zmcPkCfONskdRYUwK832_Oa5K4een21jcrMiuX1YAPhwEAZeCBE/s640/blogger-image-493302584.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNR1NrNtPwYZkfbaCirjkMc9d0i-v_mT0ISNOQP5HzYoYBEKJ7UZca9MkBNN7tiAuctC3ZDVBw13OEnZf3fFuSB2P5zmcPkCfONskdRYUwK832_Oa5K4een21jcrMiuX1YAPhwEAZeCBE/s640/blogger-image-493302584.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div><br></div>This morning was the husband's first day of radiation. He wasn't expecting me to go with him but I surprised him. Of course I'm going to the first one! I knew he was pretty anxious about it. He was the first patient of the morning and like always, they got him right in. It took maybe 20 minutes and the radiation tech came and got me. She said Dr. Nguyen was going to speak with us so she took me back. <div><br></div><div>We met with Dr. Nguyen and Nurse Kim. He reviewed the husband's treatment course. First 25 radiation sessions will be to a larger area to ensure we get all the boundaries of the tumor and inhibit any further spread. Then the last 9 sessions would be more direct. He said this should also help with lessening joint stiffness because he knows being active is important to the husband. This high dosage of radiation tends to really stiffen the joint so he's trying to minimize it best he can. </div><div><br></div><div>Dr. Nguyen told us they did find something suspicious on the husband's shoulder. Right now, we really don't know what it is. He said after we finish with the hip, then we'll check into the shoulder. He didn't want to order a biopsy or mess with it when the husband has to lay down every day for radiation. No need to make it any more uncomfortable for him. And since all tests point away from multiple myeloma, they feel we are okay to deal with one thing at a time. So we'll cross that bridge when we get there. Of course, there is no telling with the husband's shoulders. They have had so much trauma over the years, it's amazing they only saw one oddity!</div><div><br></div><div>Before we left, I asked them to please tell the husband he could eat pretty much normal. After he read the radiation manual and all the possible side effects, he had told me all he could do was drink green tea and suck on his spit. Yes, seriously!! I read everything too and tried to assure him that he could still eat, just to stay away from spicy stuff. And guess what?! I was right. They advised him he could eat just about anything. Dr. Nguyen said he didn't expect the husband to have any major side effects but due to law, he had to explain every single one that MIGHT occur. Thank goodness! </div><div><br></div><div>Dr. Nguyen's last day is Thursday, then his replacement will take over the husband's care. We're gonna miss him. He's such a hoot and very straightforward, which we love. His parting words for the husband. NO LIFTING! ;)</div>The Wifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09938837778452220569noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4093877492214179862.post-19085547325505073922014-02-09T22:11:00.002-06:002014-02-09T22:11:49.854-06:00BLESSED by The HusbandI just want to thank all of our family and friends for the many prayers and kind words. You never really know who your true friends are until you are in need. Heck, when you're on top everyone is your friend or kin to ya! But when things are tough, that's when you really know who you can trust and rely on. I have to tell ya I didn't know how many wonderful true friends we had. Thank you!<br />
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Now I have to brag on my wife. As most everyone knows, she's pretty dang awesome. I've always said that I used all my luck up on catching her but it was so worth it. She reminds me so much of my Grandma Marge. She's smart, beautiful, dedicated, hardworking and very tough. She'd rather hang out with the guys even if that meant working 12 hours with little to eat in the heat or cold versus sitting with girls talking or shopping. She's usually quiet but when she speaks, you'd better listen. Yes, she's petite but she can and will knock you on your butt if you need it. She has a heart that's as big as Texas although she handles pressure as if she had ice water in her veins. She is so very talented with her camera, writing, knowledge, patience and love for animals. Oh yes, she LOVES her dogs!<br />
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I didn't say she was perfect, just pretty dang awesome. I think if it were possible, every acre of our ranch would be covered with dogs. Dogs that she would love and take care of and they would all love her. She's never shy'd away from hard work ever since the day I met her (a LONG time ago). She's had at least one, two or three full time jobs. Smart, wow, I didn't know someone could actually graduate college that fast and work full time! Not to mention have common sense! But with all of her many talents, I still can't figure out how a broke, crippled, risk taking, wild ass bullrider caught her attention. It had to be luck and I'd rather be lucky than good any day.<br />
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Now I have always been the tough and fearless one. At least, that's how I acted. Heck, if I were as tough as her, I'd be a multiple time world champion bullrider. I always like to have a plan but would often shoot from the hip or roll the dice. I was so confident in whatever I did. I knew things would work out. Well on January 2, 2014, my life was forever changed. My wife showed such strength and courage as I crumbled. Dying has never scared me but being a burden to other has. How was I going to take care of all the cattle, family, friends and most importantly, my wonderful wife? She stood tall and strong as I fell and cried like a baby. With all of her many irons in the fire, she never weakened. I complained about not sleeping for 3 days but she didn't stop for a week and never complained. She took on more tasks and responsibilities like it was nothing. She sat with me at every doctor visit, test, scan, etc with grace, strength and love. She has been so strong and positive not letting anything get her down not even my lack of patience, anger or crying. <br />
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She recently ran a half marathon that meant so much to me. She'd trained hard for the race but the past 60 or so days our world was turned upside down. I tried to get her to back out of the race due to all of the things that were going on in our life but she would have no part of it. I was very concerned that mentally and physically she would break down. I continued to tell her that she didn't have to do this but she refused to quit. On race day, I was more nervous than anytime riding bulls. I remember her taking off and waiting impatiently to see her at mile 5 and she was right on time. She looked really good but as I was waiting at mile 11 very very impatiently, I was truly concerned. Then right on time, she came blazing around the corner. Wow, the joy and pride I felt cannot be explained. She was performing so well that she thought she needed to win another medal and tackle a major stairway challenge. As I hurried back to the finish line, I was glowing with pride. I got there just in time to see her cross the finish, snap a few pictures and give her the hug of a lifetime. To me, she had just set a new world record not for the race but for strength, courage, toughness and love. Ya, she's kinda a big deal around here. She means the world to me and I love her with all my heart. She's my strength, courage and positive outlook and together we will conquer this disease.<br />
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Does that come as a shock to anyone? One thing C-Town has taught me thus far, I have no control over it! How dare it?! I'm a planner, a doer, a everything has a place and it's where I put it not where you want it kinda gal. I don't like it, not one iota. So I had to find something I could control. Put the power back in my hands and out of the creepy gnarly fingers of cancer.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">A few days ago, I was reading (yep, on my third book this week) from "How To Cope Better When Someone You Love Has Cancer" by William Penzer, Ph.D. It's really good BTW. A sentence really struck a cord with me.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">"See yourself becoming a Cancerville athlete and going the distance for your loved one."</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">I marked it in the book. Read it out loud to the husband later that night. Told him this was me. I am your athlete. It spoke to me. This was what I could control in a completely uncontrollable situation. Of course, I'm sure Dr Penzer was not actually intending for me to take it so literal but that's how I roll. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">That same day I had seen a story come across my Facebook newsfeed about the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation Endurance Team. Individuals join the team and raise money through various running/cycling/swimming events. How perfect is that? I was excited and told the husband I wanted to join the group. I just needed to find a half marathon later in the year to enter for my fundraising event. Of course, the husband replied with "Why would you want to put yourself through another half marathon?" Because this is what I NEED to do. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">I started looking through race calendars for half marathons in Texas. Would run dates past the husband and he'd tell me yes or no (he knows bull event dates in his head, I don't). I finally came across the Fort Worth Marathon on November 9th. I told him this would be my birthday gift, to let me run this race. He was quick to tell me that wasn't my birthday. Yea, but it's in the month so we're counting it. Oh, then he mentioned it was probably opening day of hunting season too. Whatever! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">So by 10 that night, I was registered as a MMRF Endurance member and a participant for the Fort Worth Half Marathon. I see it as insurance. MMRF directs 90% of its budget to research and related programs in efforts to find a cure for multiple myeloma. No, the husband does not have multiple myeloma. We were blessed that his plasmocytoma had not progressed to that. However, I am aware there is a chance we could face the beast down the road at some point, Heaven forbid. So why not raise money for research that might one day greatly benefit us. Like most insurance, I'll pay for the policy now in hopes I'll never have to use it in the future.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">So between now and November 9th, I will be fundraising. I have pledged to raise at least $1500. We can do that, right?! Dang right! Please share my fundraising page with everyone you know.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="http://www.active.com/donate/2014mmrfYOR/YORKMyers">http://www.active.com/donate/2014mmrfYOR/YORKMyers</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Tell them to check us out on the blog too. I'll give updates here along the way. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Also, late yesterday the clinic called and they were able to bump the husband up to start radiation. Instead of Wednesday, he will start Monday morning! Let's get it going! I will post Monday evening about how that goes. Oh, and the husband asked if I would help him this weekend to post. So stay tuned people, the husband speaks this weekend!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Till then, peace out!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div>The Wifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09938837778452220569noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4093877492214179862.post-58624447736212285992014-02-04T22:05:00.001-06:002014-02-04T22:05:17.980-06:00World Cancer Day<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnJVYObviWaiLO-vMEcAGyMBMUvNcFVuPU9K2Mvy4nGliu9UAfHQWoY_e9ChdERBm1vfVhKBiu9sNVsLCdPhRqy1-wi5BSA2f8OK77FRT9X6BPDbx7Irf-AKk_-QTikNJk4EtnwXvQqSc/s640/blogger-image--1536072154.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnJVYObviWaiLO-vMEcAGyMBMUvNcFVuPU9K2Mvy4nGliu9UAfHQWoY_e9ChdERBm1vfVhKBiu9sNVsLCdPhRqy1-wi5BSA2f8OK77FRT9X6BPDbx7Irf-AKk_-QTikNJk4EtnwXvQqSc/s640/blogger-image--1536072154.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">So I've never realized that World Cancer Day is held every February 4th. Guess it never crossed my radar in my busy "doesn't apply to me" prior life. But as the husband said the other day, "Our lives changed forever on January 2, 2014." Yes, it did but we choose our path not cancer. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">It really feels as though a year has passed in the last month. Maybe the shock of the diagnosis has finally worn off? All the anxiety of the unknown has subsided after receiving the test results? Now I'm settling in with what needs to be done to get the husband treated, keep him healthy and support him in this journey. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">I've learned a few things in this past month. For one, people deal with the diagnosis of cancer in many different ways. One is no more right than another. For me, I am goal oriented. I see the problem, now let's work on the solution. Plus my almost 15 years of criminal justice work has taught me how to deal with really bad stuff without emotion. Does that make me appear cold at times, yes, it does. But it works for me. Do I have meltdowns? Of course! But because people don't know what is going on behind closed doors, some have felt I'm not handling the situation "appropriately". Appropriate by who's standards? Is there a handbook on cancer that I've overlooked?</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Another thing I learned is those diagnosed with cancer are poked, prodded, stuck, measured and all around jacked with relentlessly. Though it's necessary, it takes a toll on the patient. The husband is SO tired of seeing doctors and taking tests. His frustration is warranted. I wish I could take his place at times. Okay, maybe for like the urine test. I could handle that one for sure! And along with all the tests are all the questions from family and friends. It becomes exhausting repeating the same thing over and over but we know everyone just wants to know the latest thus the blog!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">I find it's hard for people to know what to say especially the first time you see them after they've heard the "news". You see it on their face. I wish I could just put them out of their misery. There are no magic words. For me, if you think you need to say something, just say you've been thinking of or praying for us. That works for me. Then we can move on to normal talk. Normal talk is the best!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(26, 26, 26, 0.296875); -webkit-composition-fill-color: rgba(175, 192, 227, 0.230469); -webkit-composition-frame-color: rgba(77, 128, 180, 0.230469); ">Yep, our lives are forever changed. </span><span style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(26, 26, 26, 0.292969); -webkit-composition-fill-color: rgba(175, 192, 227, 0.230469); -webkit-composition-frame-color: rgba(77, 128, 180, 0.230469); ">Cancer has invaded our space but it does not define who we are. We are and will forever be Crazy M.</span></div>The Wifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09938837778452220569noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4093877492214179862.post-55675259356337512042014-01-30T19:27:00.001-06:002014-01-30T19:27:09.498-06:00Hubby Got New TatsThe husband had his appointment with Dr. Nguyen and Nurse Kim today. Ugh, I hated that I wasn't there. To help me, the hubby asked if he could record their conversation so I wouldn't miss out on anything. Dr N allowed it. Plus the husband took notes. Then they gave him additional info to bring home. Dr N even said on the video if I had any questions, for me to call him and he'd answer anything I needed clarification on. Can I say how much I like them?! But unfortunately, Dr N is leaving in two weeks!!! He is getting the husband's treatment plan in order and will turn it over to the new radiation oncologist coming in to take his position. Dr N is headed to Washington DC. Boo. Guess what the new doc's name is? Dr Nguyen! At least we don't have to learn a new name!<div><br></div><div>The husband also had his planning CT scan today. They took measurements and got him tattooed. Now, he'll be able to go right in and get zapped. They set his tentative start date for Februaury 12th. He'll go in the afternoons daily (except for the weekends) for at least 25 treatments. He should be able to work while getting radiation. They said side effects and tiredness would most likely start about week three. So he may need to take some days off just to rest during that time.</div><div><br></div><div>Dr N reiterated over and over he is not to lift anything. The husband even had Kim ask the doc for a weight. He can't lift over how much? Dr N said NO lifting! Nothing over 0 lbs! Do you know how hard that is going to be for the husband? Gonna have to keep an eagle eye on him. Maybe I can put a shock collar on him. That way when I see him doing something he's not suppose to I won't even have to yell. Just zap. Bet he'd drop whatever he was lifting!!</div>The Wifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09938837778452220569noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4093877492214179862.post-77950462970068269332014-01-29T20:31:00.002-06:002014-01-29T20:32:26.905-06:00What Up Wednesday....Not much...Happy Wednesday everyone! Not much to update. The husband has his appointment with Dr. Nguyen, the radiation oncologist, tomorrow. It'll be a short meeting for the husband to sign treatment paperwork. Then he'll have a planning CT scan so they know exactly where to zap him. They told him it would be about 7-10 days from tomorrow when he'll actually start radiation. It takes that long to get approval from the insurance for his treatment. It will be the first appointment I haven't attended with him. I may call Nurse Kim and have her pin a note to his shirt of all the important points discussed. ;) But they did say it is pretty much the same appointment that we already went to previously so I'm a little less worried about missing any details.<br />
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Wanted to also thank everyone that supported my half marathon run. I completed it this past Sunday. We raised $150 which covers the cost of 1.5 bone marrow tissue typing for a donor. Pretty cool! Also wanted to thank everyone that came out and got swabbed to be a part of the registry. The husband personally thanked the people signing up while I was getting swabbed. We are just so fortunate.<br />
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Gonna leave you with my race pic. This was around mile 12. I was almost done!!<br />
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<br />The Wifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09938837778452220569noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4093877492214179862.post-41177397647243218682014-01-24T19:12:00.001-06:002014-01-24T19:12:03.600-06:00Can I Get a Whoop Whoop!Today was the day. The day we got results from all the husband's tests. The day we were so anxious to arrive and also wished would never be. Crazy huh? Want to know but you don't. I think the 10 minute wait in the exam room was the longest EVER! Dr D and Dawn came in with a bunch of paperwork. Dr D asked how the husband was feeling after their bone marrow torture session. Then he got to it. Said he had some good news for us. He went over the results of each test and all lab work. Everything returned NORMAL! There were no signs of cancer anywhere else. He and Dawn said it was nice to give good news as it doesn't happen often for them.<div><br></div><div>Dr D advised us to remain cautious though. As this type of cancer tends to creep up in other bones. As well, myeloma can be "patchy" in bone marrow, not appearing in portion they tested but being in another area of marrow. So the husband will continue with follow up labs/tests to keep an eye out for anything suspicious. Appointment made for March for follow up.</div><div><br></div><div>Monday, we will get the appointment to meet back with Dr. Nguyen, the radiation oncologist, to get the husband's radiation started. They will zap his tumor into submission. :) I told the husband I'd ask Dr. Nguyen if it would help to zap the husband with the hotshot between treatments for added effectiveness. Hehe</div><div><br></div><div>We want to thank everyone for their prayers and positive vibes. We are blessed.</div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhK1fT5piNjKuESA29qnSzWp1iWnDNm46l_b40dBaflFca3zwo43xJ1c4XD87vbDoN1P4R3DptPACjI05CX8ZMXID4aMGmlIymt3hZZj6ig_7ejxzh8vm9IEvuqu_S46XWKaBHNRvDf2Gc/s640/blogger-image-677037647.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhK1fT5piNjKuESA29qnSzWp1iWnDNm46l_b40dBaflFca3zwo43xJ1c4XD87vbDoN1P4R3DptPACjI05CX8ZMXID4aMGmlIymt3hZZj6ig_7ejxzh8vm9IEvuqu_S46XWKaBHNRvDf2Gc/s640/blogger-image-677037647.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Now, tomorrow we have a bull competing in Guthrie, OK. Go Crazy M Buckers!</div><br></div><div><br></div><div><br></div>The Wifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09938837778452220569noreply@blogger.com14