Blackwater 53393 Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 As some of you already know, my lover, Shotgun Schoolmarm, was diagnosed with breast cancer back before Christmas. The doctors have found a 1/2" growth in her left breast and another lesion on the upper section of her left thigh bone. The cancer is a highly hormone positive strain and they tell us it is very treatable and that it responds well to medication. Her oncologist is optimistic that we can whip this thing. She has gotten Schoolmarm into a clinical study that helps to pay for tests and some treatment. At this point we don't know if she will be receiving the test medication or placebo, but the help with tests and treatments will help remove some of the burden and expense. The orthopedist has put her on crutches to relieve stress on the leg and she is mostly upbeat and is back at school and running her class. Yesterday's CT scan revealed that the breast lesion has shrunk a millimeter since we found it and initiated treatment. Keep her in your thoughts and prayers if you will. More good news at he bottom of page two!! Check out the end of the thread NOW!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tyrel Cody Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 More Prayers headed your way pard. Let me know if there's anything else I can do to help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duffield, SASS #23454 Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 Prayers are given for you and Schoolmarm. Let us know if there is anything we can do. Duffield Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Original Lumpy Gritz Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 Kick "C's" arse OLG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tennessee Trapper Tom Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 Prayers on the way Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harvey Mushman Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 Prayers up. What OLG said! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allie Mo, SASS No. 25217 Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 Hi Blackwater, I'm so sorry she has cancer and sincerely hope the treatment is successful. Sincerely, Allie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pit Bull Tex Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 Prayers up for a complete healing for you wife and for comfort for you both. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texas Red Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 Prayers are UP...... TR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Count Sandor, SASS #74075 Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 Prayers up from here. CS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocWard Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 I will keep both of you in my thoughts and meditations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krazy Kajun Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 Prayers up to the Trail Boss for Schoolmarm and for your family. My wife had breast cancer and has thrived after all of her ordeals....I know your wife will do likewise. Kajun Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Birdgun Quail, SASS #63663 Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 Absolutely prayers up for a very fine, sweet lady. May the Good Lord watch over Schoolmarm and Blackwater and cure this cancer. Birdgun Quail Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badger Mountain Charlie SASS #43172 Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 My prayers for you both. Please let me know what else I can do to help. Give her a big hug from the Badger. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forty Rod SASS 3935 Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 You folks have our prayers. Keep us posted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marshal Mo Hare, SASS #45984 Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 OMG, I don't know if I would have the courage to do a "test." Bless you and her. My prayers are with you both. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noz Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 To Schoolmarm. Look at it this way: You have survived Blackwater, cancer should be easy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rye Miles #13621 Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 Prayers on the way Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anvil Al #59168 Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 Glad to hear it got smaller. And pray for you both that she beats this thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Utah Bob #35998 Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 You are both in my thoughts. Many of us have been down this road. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calamity Kris Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 Prayers up for Schoolmarm and your family. She can beat this, with lots of help and support. I'm a 2 year survivor of H+ breast cancer. If you need anything or just want to chat, let me know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badger Mountain Charlie SASS #43172 Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 Blackwater, FWIW, seven years and still going. It ain't easy but a loving family around doesn't hurt at all. She and you, will be in my prayers every day until we get this matter finished. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim No Horse Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 Prayers up for you and your loved ones...God Bless...Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yellowhouse Sam # 25171 Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 You got em Blackwater!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whiskey Business Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 Blackwater and Schoolmarm, Y'all have our prayers for healing and support. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheyenne Culpepper 32827 Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 wish y'all weren't in the same boat!!!! prayers upon every remembrance.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bitterroot Jake, SASS #9532 Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 Blackwater you and Schoolmarm will be in our prayers daily. Anything we can do , we're only a phone call away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bama Red Posted January 16, 2015 Share Posted January 16, 2015 Blackwater, you and Schoolmarm will both be in my prayers for the duration. Please give her a big ole hug and kiss for me until I get the chance to deliver them myself. You know to call if you need anything at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Apache Hawk 60642 Posted January 16, 2015 Share Posted January 16, 2015 Blackwater, You and Schoolmarm are both in my prayers to the Great Creator above. He sees and knows more than I can pray for......He knows you'r heart of hearts, He knows you'r fears. He will walk with you both on this trail, He will hold you and shine His light onto you'r fears, and He will rejoice with you when you guys beat this. I know for I have walked down this trail before myself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chili Pepper Kid, SASS #60463 Posted January 16, 2015 Share Posted January 16, 2015 Prayers up Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt. R. Hugh Kidnme Posted January 16, 2015 Share Posted January 16, 2015 Blackwater, I'm in for prayers for continued healing for Schoolmarm, and peace in both your souls. CBO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roman T. Range, SASS #44722 Posted January 16, 2015 Share Posted January 16, 2015 Prayers on the way. Roman T. Range Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackwater 53393 Posted January 16, 2015 Author Share Posted January 16, 2015 I want to thank all of you for the support and encouragement. She actually reads the posts y'all put up. She is upbeat and positive about the whole thing. It just is a little tiring to both of us with all of the hectic running around right now. It takes a little getting used to and like yesterday when the onco's office called and asked us to run back to Nashville to re-do all of the blood work that she had done Tuesday. Hopefully, in a few weeks, we can get back to some kind of routine for a while. Anyways, THANK YOU ALL!! The kind words really mean a lot!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackwater 53393 Posted January 21, 2015 Author Share Posted January 21, 2015 It's starting to settle down a little bit now. After today's visit, we're on an every two week examination schedule. She received the "test medication" for the study and instructions on how to use them and when to stop. It works on a 21 day cycle. Her oncologist is optimistic and the most recent CAT scan showed no evidence of the cancer in her spine. That's good! We appreciate y'all keeping her in your thoughts!! Seems to be working!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruff Posted January 21, 2015 Share Posted January 21, 2015 Knees down, prayers up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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