Posting again!!

I know, I have been very lazy about posting but it has been a very busy few weeks.

First of all the camping in Bend with Aaron a few weeks ago was great! He was very happy to finally go just he and I.
He did some hiking with Boy Scouts on Saturday looking for Geo Caches. The weather was awesome!

Had a great dinner Friday night at the Tumalo Feed Company! Great Steaks!!

I had a great set up. The Adults slept in Yurts! That's the way to camp! Bed and heat!!!

The hiking as I said was great! I stayed behind. The boys hiked about 5 miles Saturday!

Then on Sunday we took to woods and gathered poles for a Pioneering project for Camporee coming up in May.

Hard work but we had a good time! All in all it was a fantastic weekend!

Since then my stupid right side as been a nightmare! Very sore and not getting better. I even went and had a consultation with a Chiropractor. But I canceled my first treatment appointment as I really don't believe they can address a structural problem such as mine. They told me I need to relieve the stress on my shoulders. I can't justify spending $300 to unstress my shoulders when my hips are the issue. Next stop, Physical Therapy. I need a strategy to help relieve the pain. I just don't think I can continue taking 16 Ibuprofen a day for ever.

Until then, just focusing on the positive things in my life and ignore this as much as I can. Getting ready for the Sea Base trip with Aaron. Looking forward to fishing and snorkeling in Florida!!

Also a month away from getting a new CBC. I don't know what to expect but assuming everything is fine. Cross your fingers.

Thats about all that has been going on over the last few weeks! Cam is taking the subject tests for the SAT. Crossing my fingers he nails them all. HE WILL!! I cant believe he is going to be a Senior in High School next year and Aaron will be a Freshman! It is going too fast...


Have a good weekend!!

Spring is Here

I hope all is well..

Its been a rough week to be honest. Both my hips have been very sore. Despite the fact that I have been going to the gym. I was very excited about finally starting to run on the treadmill on Sunday.

Since then I have been limping around work and at home. Not asking for sympathy just reporting the facts. Really not sure when this is going to be over!!IT has gone on far too long.

I have really had enough.

The good news is that finally Aaron and I are going Camping together this weekend. It has been almost 3 years!! I am glad and it should be fun. However, I don't think I will be hiking!

I will post pictures next week. Should be fun!!

Happy Easter

I wanted to wish Happy Easter to everyone!!

Had a great brunch with my Dad, Brother, Niece and Family. It was great!!Church was great too. But the weather is not!! Typical Oregon Easter, RAIN!!

Spring Break was Awesome, last week!! Spent the week in Seattle, WA. Cameron had a Robotics Competition. While he was in the Key Arena doing his Robotics thing, Aaron, Theresa and I were running all over Seattle.

We went on the Underground Tour.

Kinda Crappy????

Learned a lot about the City's history which was fun. Went on the Ferry too. Very nice day!

Also went to the Music and Sci-Fi Museum.

I had no idea how many artifacts Paul Allen owned!!

Then we picked up Cameron and went up to the top of the Space Needle.

After that, we went home and had dinner. It was a great weekend. Did a ton of walking and made it through. Can't wait to do it again, soon.

Next up, Summer Vacation!!!!

Take it easy........

As the kids get older it is more apparent that these types of trips are few and far between.

BIRTHDAY WEEKEND!!

Happy Birthday Aaron!! My little boy turned 14 yesterday!

We went and raced Go Karts on Saturday. It was a BLAST!!



His Brother and his Cousin went! I think we are going back since we had such a good time!!

I cant believe he is now 14 years old and starting high school next year.

Had a great party for him Saturday night. It was a good time.

Got a bunch of work done around the house again this weekend which is very nice!

Taking it easier today. Missed church since we forgot to set a clocks back!!

Where did the day go!!

Did not get to the gym or swim which sucks!! Starting to do situps to get rid of my belly!! We shall see.

Getting ready for another week of work!!

Take it easy.

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY???

I can't believe it but it has been 2 years since my diagnosis and treatment for HCL!!!

A lot has gone on since then. Looking back, I can honestly say that the treatment and recovery from HCL has been straight forward and truely the easiest of all my challenges.

Not to minimize the effects of being diagnosed and treated for Cancer but to assure everyone who reads this. There is life after HCL and there is no limitations after treatment.

Hears to a long remission!!!

Have a great weekend.

The Sun is Shinning!!!

I had my appointment with my Hemo Doc Tuesday and the results are below:

Everything is looking very strong and my Doctor was very happy. He still wants me to come back again in June. However, all indications are I am going to continue with a strong remission. Coming up on my 2 year anniversary. I can't believe it. No reason to expect things to change at all!

Regarding my hips, I have been working out everyday. Either riding the stationary bike or swimming. It really has made a huge difference. The pain is less and less and I have not limped in about 4 days. Both sides are getting a lot better!!

Spent all morning working on little projects around the house. It is amazing how doing the most "everyday" activities can be so satisfying. Here's to things finally turning around for good!!!!


Take care!!!!

Great Weekend

Aaron and I went to TImberline on Mount Hood and stayed in a Boyscout lodge:

Aaron also participated in the Boyscout Klondike Derby. I was a volunteer. The boys had a great time and showed off there Scout SKills.

He and I had fun together and it was great to spend the weekend with him. After the Derby we went back to the lodge and did some night time tubing!!
All in all a great weekend! Now its time for the Super Bowl!!!