On one of our motorcycle trips, we went to Mt. Rushmore

This was another great day and I know you are going to ask why, so, I won't play around like I did yesterday, I will just tell you right off the bat.  One more thing about Gini that I forgot to say, was, what a great job she does with all her clients.  Pieper, our Maltese,  loves to chase her tail and make loud noises, sometimes so loud we can't hear the T.V.  When I am at my computer she loves to sit in my lap and go to sleep.  And then there is Sandy our Cocker that  is so funnyzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzoops I must stay focused. Now, for those of you who don't know, in our church, we have what's called Visiting Teachers that visit another Sister (that's what we call each other, especially if we forget their names) in our Ward. ( I will explain what a Ward is at the end).  We go by two's ( like myself and my partner) and we are assigned anywhere from 1 to 4 sisters to see each month, like my partner and myself have 3 sisters we visit.  We call and make appointments and spend a short time in their homes and give them a spitual message. 
My visiting teachers came to see me today and we had a great time. Their visits are just a bit longer than a short time, because, I talk  their ears off, only because, I don't want to put on a front when they are here, so I do what I do best, and that is, talk and talk and talk. I am just an open book with some things, not all things. I was telling them about my chemo sessions and Lucy ( isn't that just a cute name) said if I ever needed someone to take me,she would love to, and I said, "are you sure you want to sit with me for two and a half hrs. and listen to me talk".  Well, I gave her an out, and that was, she could always go to the nurse and ask her to slip me something just to make me drowsy so she could have a break.  They were asking me questions about what will be done after my four sessions of chemo and I said I'm not sure but I will probably have a scat can, oops cat scan.  They thought that, slip of tongue, was very funny.  Lucy's partner is Kimmie, a very good listener, sorry Kimmie.
A Ward is a congregation, made up of people, within a geographical area. Our Ward has between 300 and 400 people.



GREAT TRUTHS ABOUT SENIORS

1) Growing older is mandatory; growing up is optional.
2) Forget the health food.  I need all the preservatives I can get.
3) When you fall down, you wonder what else you can do while you're down there.
4) You're getting older when you get the same sensation from a rocking chair that you once got from a roller coaster.
5) It's frustrating when you know all the answers but nobody bothers to ask you the questions.



THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
Take a 10-30 min. walk every day, and while you walk, smile.
It is the ultimate anti-depressant.
Try to make at least three people smile each day.
Eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince and dinner like a
college student with a maxed out charge card.

Dust storm in Iraq

These people were not headed for a great day and yes this is a real picture.

Today was a great day and you ask "what made it a great day"?  I will tell you.  I had my once every 3 wks. appointment with Gini. Now your wondering, who the heck is Gini.  She is one of the most awesome people I know.  I started seeing Gini about 8 or 9 yrs. ago, we are not sure of the exact timing.  She is kind, sweet, ambitious, smart, very non-judgemental, caring, a good listener, uplifting, happy and a very good friend, etc. etc. etc.  At first it was all business but as time passed we began to realize how much we had in common, like, we both had mothers that came from the same mold so we talked a lot, cried, laughed and I always left feeling so much better than when I came in to see her.  I know, who is she, and why is she in my life, I will tell you,  just be patient.  Another amazing thing about her is she raised a (teenage) boy, all by herself and the best part is, he is now 21 and a wonderful young man.  OK, OK, several yrs. ago I decided it would be fun to have my nails manicured but I had no clue who to go to, so I asked a friend, Nancy Ott, who she went to and she highly recommened Gini and I am so happy she did.  Nancy was an Ottley at the time.  Don't laugh, it is no different than Janene Crook to a Law.  When I was getting my chemo, a week ago, the nurse told me of a lot of no, no's and one of them was no manicures or pedicures. I nearly jumped out of my chair, because I just couldn't stop going to Gini, so I asked, if I had my own tools, could I go then, and she said  "YES"   So today I got my own tools, went to see Gini and had a great time.  So that is why I had a great day.  So, if anyone is going to, anyone else, and is not happy, you better think of switching to Gini.  Even if you are happy you would be happier if you switched.
Many other wonderful things happened today also, like, talking to a good friend, talking to my kids, being with grandchildren, playing with my dogs, and feeling very loved by Bill.  Now tell me, what more could a person ask for to make a great day.


THE FOUR STAGES OF LIFE
1) You believe in Santa Clause.
2) You don't believe in Santa Clause.
3) You are Santa Clause.
4) You look like Santa Clause.


THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
I copied this from my facebook and it could apply to anyone.

 ¯`*•.¸,¤°´`°¤,¸.•*´¯) IT'S "DAUGHTER WEEK" : If you have a daughter who makes your life interesting and fun, who has been a blessing in your life and makes life worth living just by being around . ♥.Your daughters will outgrow your lap, but never your heart...♥ (¯`*•.¸,¤°´`...°

Two more cousins, Karen in front with flowered blouse, Kevin in back with yellow shirt and their Dad in blue shirt and Mom hiding behind Karen. Picture of Stephen, arms around Karen and myself and Denny behind me. I have three more cousins but I never see them so I only have pictures of when they were little.

This was a very good day in spite of the tri-cities wind. Actually, I am probably, in the minority of people who don’t mind the wind. Good thing since I have lived here most of my life and I always figure the weather here is pretty mild compared to a lot of other places to live and I don’t plan on moving. Kristene came over this morning and started painting our trim and doors which are in dire need of a fix-up. I have wanted this done for quite some time and so this is very exciting. She is good at painting and even likes to, which I just can’t imagine, that’s why it has taken a long time to get the job done. This is spring break so I am taking advantage of her not working and coming to do jobs for us. After reading my chemo information booklet I discovered I am not allowed to clean our cat box or clean up after the dogs (shucky darn) so I am adding that job for Kristene also. I haven’t asked her yet so, no telling, until I do.
Bill and I ran a few errands and, I was amazed, I was able to hold up the entire time until we got home and then I needed to take a rest.

I love the remarks that little children have to say so bare with me.

GREAT TRUTHS THAT LITTLE CHILDREN HAVE LEARNED.

1) No matter how hard you try, you can’t baptize cats.

2) When your Mom is mad at your Dad, don’t let her brush your hair.

3) If your sister hits you, don’t hit her back. They always catch the second person.

4) Never ask your 3-year old brother to hold a tomato.

5) You can’t trust dogs to watch your food.

6) Don’t sneeze when someone is cutting your hair.

7) Never hold a Dust-Buster and a cat at the same time.

8) You can’t hide a piece of broccoli in a glass of milk.

9) Don’t wear polka-dot underwear under white shorts.

10) The best place to be when you’re sad is Grandpa’s lap.

Thought for the day

Every obstacle presents an opportunity
to improve our condition.

On the top is my cousin Stephen (he sings "On and On") and other great songs. Cousin Denny below is his brother. He doesn't sing but he does other great things.  Wish we could see them more often. They both live in the big State of California.

I had a slight fever this morning so didn't get to go to church ):  I was told, seriously, that in no uncertain terms, I was not to go anywhere, if I had a fever of any kind.  I can't remember the last time I had a fever.  I, just normally, don't get sick.  Other then that I had a great, quiet day.  Fever is gone now but I am going into what is called "nadir" which is when my white blood cells get very low, which makes me very susceptible to infection. I will give the right definition now. Nadir: Meaning low point, nadir is the point in time between chemotherapy cycles in which you experience low blood counts.  You wouldn't believe the number of don'ts, do nots and don't even think about, it's. No caffeine as in coffee or tea but   CHOCOLATE,   come on now a little chocolate every day is good for everyone. I read that all the time and I truly believe this to be true.  I always feel a little better after chocolate.  I will do what I am advised but I don't have to like it, either. (*,*) 

I am really going to try and get to bed earlier, that is also recommended.

GREAT TRUTHS THAT ADULTS HAVE LEARNED:

1) Raising teenagers is like nailing jello-O to a tree.

2) Wrinkles don't hurt.

3) Families are like fudge...mostly sweet, with a few nuts.

4) Laughing is good exercise. It's like jogging on the inside.

5) Middle age is when you choose your cereal for the fiber, not the toy.

Thought for today

If all my friends jumped off a cliff,

I wouldn't jump with them.

I would be at the bottom to catch them.

Tulim, Mexico - captured a picture of this little, adorible elderly  man.

I had a lot more energy today due to the fact I didn't have to take the anti-nausea pills. Not much going on today just the normal Sat. a little sky diving, snow skiing, running 5 miles and read a couple of books in between.  Just think, that is all possible, for some people, to do all of this in one day and more. Had to embelish what I did today because what I did doesn't sound like much at all. A little laundry, reading, sudoku, errands, cleaning, clipped my dog and Bill and I made our famous choc. chip cookies. Oh, I forgot my farming, farming and eating cookies, what a deal.

Author and lecturer Leo Buscaglia once talked about a contest he was asked to judge. The purpose of the contest was to find the most caring child. The winner was a four-year-old child whose next-door neighbor was an elderly gentleman who had recently lost his wife.  Upon seeing the man cry, the little boy went into the old gentleman's yard, climbed onto his lap, and just sat there.  When his mother asked him what he had said to the neighbor, the little boy said, "Nothing, I just helped him cry."

Thought for today
Life is too short to wake up with regrets.
Love the people who treat you right.
Forget about the ones who don't.

Kennewick High School Drum

Had a great time going to the T.R.A.C, to see the Custer Spring show, with  Janene and three of my good friends. The anti-nausea pills, I am taking,  make me sleepy and a little dizzy so I had to sit down a couple of times. Good thing I don't have to take them after today but was very nice to have since, I hear, chemo can make one very sick and I really don't like to be sick.

Thank you for all your comments. I love them.



A little girl was talking to her teacher about whales.  The teacher said it was physically impossible for a whale to swallow a human because even though it was a very large mammal it's throat was very small.
The little girl stated that Jonah was swallowed by a whale.
Irritated, the teacher reiterated that a whale could not swallow a human; it was physically impossible.
The little girl said, "When I get to heaven I will ask Jonah."
The teacher asked, "What if Jonah went to hell?"
The little girl replied, "Then you ask him."



Thought for today

Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take
but by the moments that take our breath away.

Altun Ha ruins, just North of  Balize City

This has been a great day.  My girls (granddaughters) came for lunch, such an upper.  Today another big leap, went to cancer cntr. with Bill and Janene and picked out a couple of wigs and the cutest little caps.  Since I was told by the nurse that this chemo would definately consume my hair and definately, yes, all of it, so I decided to take this big leap and be prepared for the inevitable so the next step is to get it all cut off soon and move on.  What is hair anyway, a lot of work and cost so the good side is no more bad hair days, no more sticky hair spray to clean up off  the floor and counter, no more hair cuts, however,  I will miss  Dawni, so I will just have to go into her shop and visit.


Story and thought for the day

One day a father of a very wealthy family took his son on a trip to the country with the firm purpose of showing his son how poor people live, They spent a couple of days and night on the farm of what would be considered a very poor family.
On their return from their trip,the father asked his son, "How was the trip?"
"It was great, dad."
"Did you see how poor people live?" the father asked.
"Oh yeah," said the son.
"So, tell me, what did you learn from the trip?" asked the father.
The son answered: ""I saw that we have one dog and they had four.
We have a pool that reaches to the middle of our garden and they have a creek that has no end.
We have imported lanterns in our garden and they have the stars at night.
Our patio reaches to the front yard and they have the whole horizon.
We have a small piece of land to live on and they have fields that go beyond our sight.
We have servants who serve us, but they serve others.
We buy our food, but they grow theirs.
We have walls around our property to protect us; they have friends to protect them."
The boy's father was speechless.
Then his son added, "Thanks, Dad for showing me how poor we are."
Isn't perspective a wonderful thing? May we have a thankful perspective in all seasons.

My brother (Mickey)  and me.

The chemo went very well today. As in "well" I mean no throwing up, or passing out, or sick to my stomach at all and that is because I was given a large dose of anti-nausea stuff.  I liked it a lot because it really worked. I really do hate to throw-up, all it does is give me a headache and then I am hungry all over again.  My next chemo is April 14th and then two more after that and then, I don't know.  I do know my white blood count will go very low but I'm hoping not too low.  Then I know I will lose my hair in a week or two so I best get busy on what to cover my head with. Also the nurse said I would lose more of my memory and I told her it wasn't that great now so I probably wouldn't notice.   I was pretty nervious but tried not to show it and I think I did pretty good. 

A little girl asked her mother, "How did the human race come about?" The mother answered: "God made Adam and Eve and they had children and so all mankind was made."

Two days later she asks her father the same question.  The father answered: "Many years ago there were monkeys, and we developed from them."

The confused girl returns to her mother and says: "Mom. how is it possible that you told me that the human race was created by God and Papa says we developed from monkeys?.

The mother's answer: "Well dear, it is very simple.  I told you about the origin of my side of the family, and your father told you about his."

Thought for today

The brightest future will always be based on a forgotten

past;  you can't go forward in life until you let go of your
past failures and heartaches.

Sunset In Hawaii

I am so excited....Good news to report.   There are two ends of the spectrum where the cancer can be (BAD..............to...............GOOD)   I am toward the good side.  It's not the aggresive kind, happy day.   I start chemo tomorrow at 11:00 A.M.  Takes 2 &1/2 hrs. to administer.   Dr. Rado is an incredible man, kind, soft spoken and chooses his words very methodically as if he is calculating each word so it comes out just right.  I will be going every 3 wks. on Weds. at 11:00 A.M.   For how long, I really don't know, at this time.
Everyone has their own cubicle with a very comfortable looking, oversized, lazy-boy.  Also another chair (not so comfortable looking), a TV I can watch my own DVD's on and other things I don't remember.  I will take a picture and post-it.  Also I can walk around with the drip system, and partake of the goodies and drink, they provide.  Listen to this, free facials, and all kinds of classes and it's all free.  Sh, I don't want the word, to get around, what fun I will be having.  Also I can have visitors.  Maybe I should put up a sign that says (WELCOME TO MY LITTLE CUBICLE)  : - ).

This is long but funny,

(One Missouri relative to another Missouri relative)
Dear Judy Beth,
I'm writing this slow cause I know you can't read fast.  We don't live where we did when you left. Your dad read in the paper where the most accidents happened within twenty miles of home, so we moved. I won't be able to send you the address as the last Missouri family that lived here took the numbers with them for their next house so they wouldn't have to change their address.

This place has a washing machine. The first day I put four shirts in it, I pulled the chain and haven't seen 'em since. It only rained twice this week...Three days the first time, and four days the second time.

The coat you wanted me to send you, Aunt Annie said it would be a little too heavy to send in the mail, with them heavy buttons on it, so we cut them off and put them in the pockets.

We got a bill from the funeral home, said if he didn't make the last payment on Grandma's funeral bill, up she comes.

About your sister......She had a baby this morning. I haven't found out whether it is a boy or a girl so I don't know if you are an Aunt or Uncle.

Your Uncle Amil fell in the whiskey vat., some men tried to pull him out, but he fought them off playfully, so he drowned. We creamated him and he burned for three days. Three of your friends went off the bridge in a pick-up. One was driving, the other two were in the back. The driver got out. He rolled down the window and swam to safety. The other two drowned. They couldn't get the tailgate down. Not much more news this time, nothing much has happened.
                                                           
Your sister,

Erma Lee   
                                                                                   
P.S. I was going to send you money, but the envelope was already sealed.



Thought for today

We can't do everything for everyone
everywhere, but we can do something
for someone somewhere.
Richard L. Evans

ALASKAN SUNRISE

Had an extensive amount of blood work done today. Dr. Rado should be able to come to a conclusion from all of that, tomorrow at 3:30.  I am trying to stay very optimistic but at the same time I am nervious about the appointment.  Once we know what we are dealing with this will become easier. The unknown is always hard.  I hope to have a lot to report tomorrow night.

I hope everyone had a good day. It sure was a beautiful day, perfect weather for yard work, or a good walk or whatever suits your fancy.

Thanks to everyone for your prayers and concern I know it is helping or I would be a  basket case.

A Kindergarten teacher was observing her classroom of children while they were drawing. She would occasionally walk around to see each child's work. As she got to one little girl, who was working diligently, she asked what the drawing was.

The girl replied, "I'm drawing God."

The teacher paused and said, "But no one knows what God looks like."

Without missing a beat, or looking up from her drawing, the girl replied, "They will in a minute."  How sweet

Thought for the day

7 Steps to Forgiveness

1..Allow yourself to feel anger

2..Talk about it with a trusted friend or therapist

3..Calm yourself when you start feeling upset

4..Empathize with the person who hurt you

5..Remind yourself that forgiveness is a gift to yourself

6..Commit to forgiveness

7..Relish the release

                                                                           

Going over the Cascade Mountains

Tomorrow I have blood work done and then Tues. I see Dr. Rado, at the cancer cntr., to see where we stand on everything.  Then I will have real news.  I am anxious, to find out more, so I  know what we are up against.

DJ (age 4) stepped onto the bathroom scale and asked:  'How much do I cost?'     Cute


Thought for today

"We are all dreaming of some magical
rose garden over the horizon
instead of enjoying the roses blooming
outside our windows today."   Dale Carnegie

I LOVE PENGUINS

Spring is officially here....YES....my favorite time of year.  I love all the new growth springing up out of the ground.  It's a  magically, ephoric, experience. 

I'm feeling great. No more pain pills. They are a necessary, evil and the sooner I can get off of  them the better.  Had a nice surprise today when our sister in law (Lynn Crook) came over, carrying an ice chest, with yummy food inside, which we will enjoy immensely.

This is rather long but it sort of expresses how I feel.

The only survivor of a shipwreck was washed up on a small, uninhabited island. He prayed feverishly for God to rescue him, and every day he scanned the horizon for help, but none seemed forthcoming.

Exhausted, he eventually managed to build a little hut out of driftwood to protect him from the elements, and to store his few possessions. Then one day, after scavenging for food, he arrived home to find his little hut in flames, the smoke rolling up to the sky. The worst had happened, everything was lost!  He was stunned with grief and anger. "God, how could you do this to me! he cried.

Early the next day, however, he was awakened by the sound of a ship that was approaching the island.  It had come to rescue him. "How did you know I was here?" asked the weary man of his rescuers. "We saw your smoke signal",  they replied.

It is easy to get discouraged when things are going bad. But we shouldn't lose heart, because God is at work in our lives, even in the midst of pain and suffering. Remember, the next time your little hut is burning to the ground, it just may be a smoke signal that summons the grace of God. For all the negative things we have to say to ourselves, God has a positive answer for it.

Last month in Cabo

Sure has been a lazy day for me. I was told to take it easy for a couple of days, so......  I did. 
This port has good side benefits.  Any time I need blood drawn I don't stick out my arm, I just direct them to my port.  What a deal, huh.  Actually it is not, "just a port", it is called a PowerPort.  Sooooo for all of you out there, just remember,  I'VE GOT THE POWER. :)

4 yr. old James was listening to a Bible story. His dad read: "The man named Lot was warned to take his wife and flee out of the city but his wife looked back and was turned to salt."
Concerned, James asked:  "What happened to the flea?"           I have more - stay tuned.

Thought for the day!
"Many person's have the wrong idea of what constitutes
true happiness. It is not attained through self-gratification
but through fidelity to a worthy cause."  Helen Keller

On my way into the hospital.

Well, I got my port this morning.  It all went wonderful, like clock work.  I felt very calm and I know it is because of all the prayers offered  in my behalf. I thank all of you for your support and love.  Everyone at the hospital couldn't have been nicer or more careing.
This is my favorite time of year with new life coming out of the ground and on the trees. It is all such a miracle to witness this beauty.  Count your blessings, if you do so, you will be surprised at the abundance we all have been blessed with. 

Thought for the day!
If all my friends jumped off a cliff,
I wouldn't jump with them.
I would be at the bottom to catch them.

Blue icebergs at the foot of a glacier in Alaska

 Kareen and Chandler, thank you, for coming over for lunch today.  Highlight of my day. 

Starting at midnight, no food or water until after the surgery.  I can do without the food but "no water" is torchure. I go in at 7:30 A.M. and the surgery is planned at 8:55.  We will see.  I guess it's not actually surgery since they won't put me completely out, just in a state of LA, LA land.  Boy, I sure hope I don't say something stupid.  I will be sent home as soon as I can stand up straight without falling down. I just remembered, I get to ride out in a wonderful wheel chair. Ugh.  Tomorrow night I will tell how it was getting a port put into my body.  New adventure.
Thank you everyone for your special notes and phone calls and prayers. I am sure this is why I feel so calm.  Tues. I go to the cancer cntr. to find out what kind of chemo will be used on me and how often and how long and a multitude of questions answered for me.

Thought for the day.

Everything is always okay in the end,
if it's not, then it's not the end.

 This is Baileigh, our great-grandchild. Cute huh. 

Bill and I had lunch today with Diane and Larry Shinker. To my great surprise she had made me an afghan. So soft and cozy. I am so blessed with a wonderful,  patient,  husband, a great supportive family, my church, many good friends and much more. I can't fail with all of this love. When you see me and wonder what to do or say, a hug or smile will do for me and then you can tell me about you. I get tired talking about me all the time. I hope you enjoyed your day as much as I did.

Thought for today
"Despite the changes which come into our lives and with
gratitude in our hearts, may we fill our days, as much as
we can, with those things which matter most."
President Thomas S. Monson, "Finding joy in the Journey"

Just one more member of our family. This is Berry. He is 14 yrs. old and still going strong.
I am going to let a "big cat" out of the bag now because it is so much a part of who I am. My only main concern about taking chemo is how will it effect the meds. I am taking. I take several meds. a day for my bi-polar disorder. It helps keep me a little sane. This has been going on now for about 35 yrs. Long before there were meds. that worked for this, or I should say help. I could write a book but this gives you a slight glimps of my make-up. I talked to my Dr. earlier this eve. and he said "chemo can cause depression but he would work closely with me and increase my meds., if needs be".  So now you have it....the rest of the story. The main thing that has really helped me through all of this is my faith in God and His son Jesus Christ.

Thought for the Day
Success is of little consequence.
It is not always the destination that is important,
but the journey.

This has been a wonderful Sunday. While sitting in church I thought about, not really liking the idea of losing my hair. I wondered why this was bothering me so much. We get upset when we have a bad haircut, even knowing it will grow back soon.. Then I realized it is a matter of pride in how we look to others. So I am changing my attitude. Who knows I might even like it that way and not want to go back to the thought of having bad hair days. One doesn't have to look very hard to find people in more dire circumstances than ourselves ...We had a birthday party here for our oldest grandson, with many family members.  Had a great time...Sure is quiet when they all leave. Don't forget Bill (husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle, friend, brother, cousin, I am sure I left something out. Oh yes, he is a captain in the Air Force, get it, captain Crook.) in your prayers. He will have to put up with me. Tomorrow is a busy day.

Thought for the day,

"No man ever got very high by pulling other people down. The intelligent merchant does not knock his competitors. The sensible worker does not work those who work with him. Don't knock your friends. don't knock your enemies. Don't knock yourself."

No these aren't new family pets, sure would be fun for a while. We were in Cobo and had the opportunity to hold the lion and tiger. It was wonderful. Our friend is Rosalie Czapszys. Her husband was on a tour. night all.

This is my very special cat Daisy. She is a character. At times my mind gets to racing and going places I don't want to go, so, I get busy doing something, I like to do, like farming, reading, eating, playing with my dogs, sudoku, eating again or whatever, and then I feel so much better. I guess it's the unknown that is a little nerve racking. Getting ready for our oldest grandson's birthday party here tomorrow. He turned 26 today. He said he feels old. I didn't feel old at 26, in fact I still don't feel old, I may be getting older but I never will be old.  Five more days until port day. Wow! I just can't wait. Tomorrow is Sunday where I can get renewed strength. We have great help, to give us courage, in this life. The greatest is the Atonement of Jesus Christ. What a wonderful gift for all of us to know that with this gift we can return back to Him some day.
Thought for Today
"Happiness it seems to me, consists of two things: first, in being where you belong, and second - and best - in comforably going through everyday life, that is, having had a good night's sleep and not being hurt by new shoes." So, have a great nights sleep and wear comfortable shoes tomorrow.

It's a great day. Had lunch with my girls. A little windy but, hey, what do  you expect, this is the tri-cities. No complaining, it could be much worse.  I love farmville. I always thought it would be fun to have a small farm with lots of animals to feed and land to plow, well, here I am with my own farm and I don't even have to go outside. It carrys me away and keeps my mind busy for a while. Life is good. By evening I get pretty tired so what a great excuse to do nothing much.  Six more days and I check into Kadlec to get my very own port put into my chest. This way they can draw blood and give me chemo in the same place. Less poking and time. This should be an option for everyone, what a deal, right. "JK"  Yesterday I had my Sandy on, today it's Pieper. They are so much fun. Enjoy your eve.
Love Robin

Good morning!

A am starting this blog because I recently found out I have breast cancer and wanted to be able to let family and friends know of my feelings and progress as I experience this new adventure.
This is very awkward because I really don't like to talk about myself very much, especially about my health problems. My spirits are high and I would appreciate it if everyone around me would be positive also and have a happy smile. I like funny jokes if I can understand them. I have a sense of humor so expect that to come out often. Please no advice. I have four wonderful Doctors, yes four. Before this is all over we may be on a first name basis, thats if I can pronounce them. Thank you in advance for your support.