Shelves

I have figured out how to build the shelves I will use to store my 45 records, video game carts, CD's and video tapes. I was just going to use the black shelf on the right side in the below pic, but, when I get more systems that is where they are going. Thanks to a fellow video game collector and his youtube vid, I know how to build cheap shelves that will will work out great. First things first, I have to make that record crate stand smaller.

NEVER GIVE UP, NEVER SURRENDER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Some PICS

Well now that I am not using the basement to imbibe in I am going to concentrate on displaying, hooking up and using all of the video game systems in my collection. The 36" TV is perfect for that. I have a couple video switches that will enable me to have all systems hooked up and playable. Right now I only have about 8 systems but plan On getting more. On the right in the top pic you can just make out a couple of my record crates. I have changed my mind on that stand and plan on making it smaller. In the pic above I had just got done playing Joust on the Atari 2600. For the limited capabilities on that system, the game is almost just like the arcade version. Well, this is what my video game/record/baseball card room looks like so far.

Later All

Button Day +1

Well got the button installed yesterday. It feels strange. Do you guys remember that movie Dune? The Harkonans installed ports into their people that black stuff oozed out. LOL, I feel like I'm a Harkonan!

This thing is supposed to make it easier on them and me when I get my Chemo. The surgery went ok. I thought it was just going to be a quick simple thing, freeze me with a couple shots and whamo........wrong. They put me under. I had never been put under before, but, It wasn't that bad. I feel a lump under my skin on the right side of my chest now. It feels pretty freaky.

Went to a flea market today. We didn't stay that long it was really hot out. I didn't find no deals, I did however pick up an MIA/POW Hat that I have been looking for.

I feel pretty good today, I hope it's the drugs killing that cancer that is making me feel so good, I hope.

Talk To You All Later

Not Button Day

Went to the doctor this morning, I was under the impression that they were going to be putting a port into my chest for the Chemo, but today was just a consult. I am having that done tomorrow. Feel pretty good today, little tired. I think it is because at night I have taken a shot of Nyquil to get to sleep. The 2 days I have done that, I have been really dragging my heels. I am not going to do that any longer. Other wise I feel good.

Kathy is making Tacos for dinner tonight, I love those.

God Bless

Round 2 Toast

Well, had my second round of Chemo yesterday. The doctor said my blood counts looked real good. Chemo affects your blood count, It lowers it. My doctor stated that he will not treat Chemo patients if their blood count is below 60. Mine was at 114 which is a good sign. He said that maybe my count may be a little low next week and I will not be able to get treated. I am hoping that is not the case. I asked him if there was anything that I could do, eat to help raise my counts and he stated that there is nothing that can be done. It's all in how my bones work. Well, I have very, very strong bones. I have been a daily milk drinker for all of my life and constantly take TUMS for heartburn. Chubby guys do that I guess.

The Chemo went good. Just a little burning sensation when they pumped the pre-meds and Gemzar in. No discomfort at all. I did get a little tired during the treatment and took a nap. I was pretty tired through out the day after this one. I think it was because I did not get a full nights sleep prior, I'm not sure. I feel really good this morning. I am taking 2 Chemo drugs to battle my cancer. 1 in an IV at the hospital and 1 in pill form, I received that through the mail a couple days ago. 

Kathy and I had a little spat at the doctors office, to tell you the truth, I can not remember about what. Something stupid probably. We have both been going through alot of crap lately, It was bound to come to a head sooner of later. I can not say enough about her. She is my godsend. Period. I love her dearly and I always will.

We have the grand kid staying with us for the summer, which I really enjoy. He is another reason I am going to fight this and beat it. The poor little guy has no family life at home, his parents are both idiots and treat him as if they do not want him around. He does not have a father figure what-so-ever so, I am stepping in for that dept. I have mentioned in the past I was thinking of doing that. I have decided.

Kathy keeps mentioning going for custody of him, I have kinda been thinking about that myself. I think that is what his real mother wants. She has already gave up one son to her mother, but, get this. She gets the child support, not her mother ain't that crap?

I am thinking if we were to go for custody, I will go after her for child support, insurance, and give the kid my last name, period. Life is too short and this child has a crap life. If I can just do a few little things to make his life 100% better so be it.

I am not too sure about this, I have not mentioned this to Kathy. I am still on the wall. I do know this. That kid is going to have a great summer!!!

I will talk to you folks later. God Bless

Life

I have cancer. I had no idea or ever thought I would get anything like this, especially at my age. I received my biopsy results May 29th. It is stage 4 pancreas cancer. My family and friends know and they are fully supporting me. My wife is the greatest. She has been through a couple fights like this with her relatives in the past, but this is a bad one I'm sorry to say.

 I have recently changed my outlook on life. In the past I was the typical young, conceded, hated people, nothing is going to happen to me type. Not anymore. This disease has me looking my own mortality in the face. I am staring back with determination and strength. I have recently accepted the Lord Jesus Christ into my heart and pray for his strength on a daily basis and am thankful that he has provided me with such good friends and family members to rely on for support. I am especially thankful for my wife Kathy. I do not think that I could go through this without her, and continue to fight for her sake. To tell you all the truth, If she were not here, I would have probably done something drastic upon hearing the news. ( I had already picked out the tree)

 I am hopeful and full of anticipation on fighting this disease. I am going to fight it and beat this. My doctor seems to know what he is doing and does not "sugar coat" anything. He tells me up front what to expect and how things are. I have had my first round of chemo with no side effects yet. I don't care about my hair, I keep it real short anyways. I am trying to keep my gut. Been eating like a pig actually. I do not want to start losing weight. I do not drink anymore, have not had a beer in 2 weeks, been craving one though. I go in for my next round of chemo tomorrow, perhaps I may ask my doctor about non-alcoholic beer. I need a little normalcy in my life right now. I am currently talking anti-anxiety pills to help me cope.

 I have not been to work since my diagnosis, I have a fairly long commute on deserted country roads, my wife is concerned that I will fall asleep behind the wheel. My work is behind me 100% and are working with me.

 For those of you who read this blog, Pancreas Cancer is a killer. I'm fighting it tooth and nail. 1 word of advice. Get checked. An ultra sound could save your life. The reason this cancer is so bad is because it shows no symptoms, pain, anything till it is in it's advanced stages. A person could have a tumor for several years before pain, symptoms, anything shows up. Get an ultra sound yearly. This cancer if caught in it's early stages can be cut out, killed.

 I thank the lord up above for the sign he sent me to get my backside to the doctor. I had a blood clot in my lung, that is what was causing my pain. They did a chest x-ray, found something behind my breast bone and sent me for a CT scan. (the CT scan showed my chest clear BTW) That CT scan revealed the cancer in my pancreas. If I had never had that scan, I would still be clueless as to what was inside me today. The lord sent me that sign and for that I am very thankful. This cancer just came on me. Although I did drink and do smoke, these actions did not cause it, my doctor has stated this to me. This cancer just happens out of the blue like a thunderbolt. Some believe it my be in genes, but I have no history of this cancer in my immediate family dating back for 4 generations. The most important thing I can say here is this, GET CHECKED! Ultra sounds are easy and believe me the money you spend on one is well worth it. Get checked yearly. Thank you for you support. God Bless You All.

2012 Topps Archives

Well, the grand kid and I ripped our first of many 2012 Topps Archives last night. Had a blast. This is a new product for this year from Topps, and I must say I really like it. This are todays players on retro Topps designs from the 70's-80's with a bunch of special chase cards thrown in. I especially like the 69 Deckle Edge cards that they have included. We are going to try and build this set, it is going to be difficult. The cards these days are expensive. But, we had a great time. I'll try to get som pics up