Sept/October 2024

It was time to proactively shave my head as I go through treatment. Bobby wanted to do this with me. He looks adorable and has inspired many at his school to also want to do this. At his parent-teacher conferences his teachers raved about his faith, his love for his mom (he prays for me at school daily), and his super smart brain. He is testing at a 12th grade level for English currently and is doing really well with his grades.

The kids have been finding all kinds of ways to support me. Emmy and Dr. Emmel collected prayers and intentions from her classmates. They reached 163 hours of people praying for me. Emmy was so excited to bring this home along with the flowers Dr. Emmel bought for me. Emmy's teachers told us she has great class contributions and behavior. She is excelling in languages, religion, choir, geometry. She is smart and very confident in her creative abilities.

The SGSHS faculty and students had a pink out day to support breast cancer survivors

I got to pull off another chemotherapy number from my countdown.....10 to go and I can't feel the tumor.

Bobby is on the A soccer team (and still playing football). He tried to make as many games as possible and prioritized soccer the last couple weeks to help his team in the tournament. They ended up playing for 3rd place against Simle. Bobby played amazing and made the only goal for his team. They lost 2-1 in a heartbreaker because Bobby scored another goal that got called back for off sides (highly controversial call). We were so proud of him! His team wore pink socks this month to support breast cancer (and me).

Emmy is back singing with Praise Band on Sundays. We've been enjoying the Sunday service.

Bobby wants to work towards confirmation and has been participating in Youth group. He was in a commercial for a Butter Braids fundraiser.

Olivia Lundeen asked me to join the volleyball team in recognition of cancer awareness. This picture is 3 survivors. Heather had breast cancer and Tonya had lymphoma (both moms of girls on the team).

Bobby got his entire football team pink break cancer sleeves to play in. They wore pink this month too. I've got THE BEST FAMILY support. I love them with my whole heart.
 

Family pictures 2024

 

September 2024

Emmy is featured in advertisements for Countryfest. She has been auditioning for solos and honor choirs and really enjoying these opportunities as school gets underway.

Biscuit has become an expert in begging. She knows the sound of the fridge opening and whip cream spraying and immediately comes running. She also sneaks into the pantry whenever someone opens that door since that is where her treats are. Who could resist that face and the stare (she doesn't look away until the treat is given). We all have decided I am the first to give in and also give the most treats.

I won't say much about this on a blog that is about the joy and great memories in Emmy and Bobby's life. In August, I was diagnosed with breast cancer. It is curable and I am strong. I've got a Mayo confirmed treatment plan, an awesome support system, and a countdown for the 16 chemo infusions. My kids and husband have been great, amazing blessings and God has been answering prayers and providing me with love, peace, and security. I've got this!

Emmy is licensed and on the road! She drives to and from school in Robb's former white truck. She has had a few mishaps (unexplained scratches on front fender corner), ran the side mirror into garage and broke it, dead battery (grandpa came and saved the day on that one). Her being able to drive has made our lives easier all in all. 

Emmy got her ears pierced. She handled it like a trooper and looks beautiful in her new opal earrings!

 We enjoyed some time over Labor Day weekend at the ranch together. We celebrated my mom's birthday. The kids played with the animals. Emmy got to meet new kitties! Bobby got a tractor driving lesson from Grandpa. We just enjoyed the beautiful weather and scenery. A wonderful place to spend time together and get even closer to our Lord. God made amazing animals and landscape on this earth and the ranch has some of the best.