While at those gatherings, lots of you mentioned reading and enjoying my blog and I wanted to thank you. I've got to admit that I'd begun to wonder if there was anyone out there. But since there is, I shall carry on!!
Andy and I are doing splendidly. Our 2nd anniversary is coming up, we're still talking (*smile), we're having fun, we're working hard and dealing with problems as they come. He's still healthy as a horse and my stability on this rocky cancer journey. As far as that cancer ... who knows! ? That cancer number is down this time around (a relief for most as it had gotten really high the last time, but I'm not sure whether I believe that number anymore). I feel absolutely grand when not under the effects of chemotherapy. For having what the doctors originally called a "very aggressive cancer" I am doing very well... I am up and about, able to do just about anything I would like to do. I am so fortunate as I know many people struggle very much with cancer and the treatments.
It's been cold here - delightful, really. I love winter, weirdly enough. Here's a photo of our fairy-tale house and one of me bundled up to go move cows a couple weeks ago:
And here are our little ones, enjoying sharing some body heat:
And finally our special, Special company: 
If any of you have a spare second, please leave a comment. I love reading them, love how it makes me feel connected to all of you and like there's a reason to keep this up. Thank you, dear friends!
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I really enjoy reading your comments and Tim also enjoys your blog. He loves your pictures! I think of you a lot and hope all is going well. I'm glad when you give an update. Keep them coming!
Hey there-- I know how you feel about the blog thing, but i know that i enjoy opening a blog and seeing an update! I don't always find the time to comment, but i'm glad your still doing good! Sorry about your grandma, but i do know that it is neat to see a good end to a special life! So.... keep keeping on!! :-) I wish we could sit in the same room under blankets, drinking hot choco and chatting! But.. for now just know i'm thinking of you! Take care- Jill
I love reading your blog and am always excited to see a new one from you!! It was so good to see you at G'mas funeral!! She was an amazing lady wasn't she!!! I hope you continue to feel good!! Keep writing because I know there are many, many people that are thinking of you!!! :)
I've never commented before but always enjoy reading your blog! Keep up the updates! :-)
Stacie
I love to keep in touch with my Wyoming family through your blog. I savor every glimpse of scenery, dear friends and family and of course all your critters. The kids even are interested! They loved your puppies that one time we were there and of course the horses are awesome. We think of you and Andy often, and smile when we think of that big cowboy hunk of yours trying to drive (that is all any of us do...try to drive) in our traffic. Thanks for letting us visit.
Elaine
I don't actually know you, but it seems we have quite a few friends in common. I enjoy reading your blog from time to time. I believe you also know my Great Aunt Jane D. She is my special Gma's sister. I can relate to how you must be feeling... Congratulations on your 2nd anniversary! Wanda
An update! i have been dilligently checking in to see if you had updated things, and was plesently surprised this morning! I don't generally have time to leave comments, but Cassidy and I always enjoy all of your pictures!
How could you doubt there was anyone out there who reads your posts?! I check in regularly even tho' I don't always reply. We met with someone in HI last Sunday whom I had 'discovered' in blogland, and it was fun getting acquainted and learning the degree of connections we actually do have. There are always lots in the fellowship, aren't there? Nice to know your g'ma finished her race and leaves a heritage of encouragement behind. Hugs.
Oh, I am so glad to hear from you. I have been thinking about you! Your house looks so cozy and inviting!! I wish we had snow...instead we have brown trees with no leaves, and soggy grass! Love, Beth
Happy 2 Year anniversary! Graham and I will be in Riverton in about a week or so. Hope to see you then. Keep warm.
Oh you are all so splendid!! Thanks for commenting and PLEASE, the rest of you, keep it up!
Much love from me. :)
I to check your blog regularly, but don't always comment. I love your sense of humor and it has gotten you through some rough times.
Your grandma was a very special lady and will be missed. I love how you spoke of what a good end to her life. We heard Sun. about how all of us need to be working on the finishing touches of our lives. Just makes me want to understand more of what those finishing touches are.
I have several of your pictures that I have used as wallpaper on my computer. You do a beautiful job, and that takes a good eye for what the camera can capture.
Thanks for reminding us, that just stopping by is not enough, we need to share our thoughts with each other.
Hey there, Michelle...I LOVE your Blog...keep it up!!!!!! and !!!! and by the way...keep it up!! :)
Wow, the pix of your house is awesome, I can just picture the warmth and coziness inside the door underneath all that ice and snow. A welcome that would be inviting and comforting...I wanna come over!
I like the personality that seems to emanate from your horse in the picture of you ( bundled up against the elements ) on his back..he looks frisky and anxious to do his job, like he is really enjoying your little ride with him!
It was just delightful to see you and Andy Ray. You two are a real inspiration and example in the way you have faced all that has been your portion in such a newly joined union of marriage! Smiles on your faces, and a spirit of thankfulness in spite of discouraging health issues! I love you both!! Renee
Awesome blog- I love your pictures! They are amazing. I'm so sorry to hear of your cancer - be strong and fight hard! You will be in our prayers. I came across your blog on another blog that I "lurk" on! Hope you don't mind me posting! Good luck! ~Beth~
I keep up with your blog and am always anxious for a good health update. We don't know each other, but we are friends! "--no east or west, no south or north". I love learning about lifestyles in other parts of our vast country and your pictures are beautiful. Happy Anniversary. Susan
Hi, I too just have come across your blog a few times, skipping from blog to blog. Enjoyed reading it! I see you had a worker at your special meetings thats has been in our field before, a long time ago. Carlton Schooley. My husband and I live on the conv. grounds in Altamont NY. Keep on blogging and your an encouragement to all!!
Hi Michelle! I don't really know you personally, but try to keep up with you with 'blog hopping' too! I'm an old friend of Lisa W's while she lived in WA(where I'm originally from) and know Lane and Kim too. We live in the Houston area about an hr. from her Mom & Dad. Maybe she told you that I invited you to stay when you came down here. You're welcome any time if you happen to come back to MDA. We know quite a few of those workers as my husband is a 'Montana boy', so nice to see them all there! Keep up the posts! Happy Anniversary and we'll keep hoping those #'s come on down! We're at www.k4blogspot.blogspot.com.:)--Mike, Traci and boys
Hi Michelle! I too am a "blog hopper". I love going from blog to blog and seeing "friends" I know and don't know. I love all the pics of your horses....my Grandparents used to show Appaloosa's and even had a grandchampion (he won the Canadian Nationals and placed 7th or so in the Nationals here - his name was Mr. Duplicate Hand). Anyway, so I love seeing all of your horses....they're so beautiful!! I'm always glad for updates on your health too! Again, I don't know you personally, but I feel like I kind of do and I'm always glad when you've got great news to share!
Take care and thanks for letting me lurk!! It would be wonderful to meet sometime!
- Kara
It was good to see your update, Michelle. Please keep on blogging. I enjoyed your winter wonderland pictures. It looked pretty chilly in your horseback picture. I was sorry to hear of your Grandmother's passing, but we are thankful for her faithful life. Take care, Linda
I LOVE your blog and am *thrilled* when you have updates, so please keep them coming!! :) By the way, I *love* that picture of you on the horse...it just seems like you're in your niche. :)
I love to check your blog...then I love to read all the comments!! It makes us all feel more connected! Keep on!
It was so great to see you both at Grandma's funeral. What a pillar she and Grandpa were as Ron said. I can't believe we live only a couple hours from you and hardly ever get up there to see you all. I think I am becoming a homebody like Grandmma was and my Dad is. That is why I so love to check your blog and read and chuckle at life on a horse ranch. If you ever get to Casper stop in. Happy anniversary !!!
Retha
Yes, yes, yes....keep these updates coming!!! I think if you took a vote, it would be unanimous that your blog is one of the very favorite ones to check out regularly. Why? Well, because your pictures give a glimpse of your simple and very very happy life!! The happy contentment that eminates from your lives is something that we all know can't be faked. It's the real deal! So, your pictures and stories are always a ray of sunshine to any of us who read them. And, on the days when there is an update about your health, our hearts unite in sending love & care your way all day long.....and more.
Happy Anniversary to you!! Wonder if there will be chocolate chip pancakes this year??:)
Lots of love to ya!
p.s. our kids would LOVE to come eat all those icecicles of of your house!:) Liked the pic of your frosty ride too!
We need some barn pics next, if you're taking requests!:)
We stop in frequently to check for updates also. Think of you often when I'm coming home as we pass Sunrise and only live a few blocks from Shauna's little house in La Crosse. Lots of Love from WI!
I love those pictures! I like that one of your worker company. We haven't taken any on these rounds up here...we should have. Wow! And all of these comments are wonderful too! Thank you all!
Okay...sorry I never comment. I love looking at your pictures too, though. Well, I just wrote you an email so nothing new to say except that I am very jealous of your house, as usual. It's the best. =)
And from all these comments, I'd say you know now how many people actually DO look at it!! wow...
k
Oh yeah - and Happy Anniversary!! What was it, 3 days ago?? Sorry I forgot...=( Hope you had a good one tho.
k
Hey Andy, Michelle, and Tiffany!
Thanx for updating the blog again! I love to look at your horse pictures, all the beautiful scenery, and reading about how everything is going! I've never commented before but since you would like to know who enjoys your blog I thought I'd add myself to the list! Keep them coming :)
~Mindi Snow
I'm doing a bit of "blog hopping" tonight and catching up! So I'm a bit behind on commenting! Please continue posting on your blog - we all LOVE it!!! There is joy in the simple things, both in what you write and the photos you post - it's delightful and refreshing!
Happy Belated Anniversary! I'm glad you are still talking *smile* You two have been through so much together in such a short amount of time as husband and wife. You're an inspiration!
Encouraged and pleasantly smiling after soaking in 31 blog comments to you! :) A true representation of strength in numbers!!! I know I don't check blogs as often as I'd like...but I am now and loved the updates, the pictures and the warm heart that will go with me now! :) LW
Well of course we love your blog. I check on it at least once a week....I guess now, you know we all love hearing how it is going on the ranch and with you. Keep those great pictures coming! :) Hugs! Pat
I check your blog often, but hardly ever comment...I'm getting bad at that! I usually check at work and they are really cracking down on internet time, so I check everyone's and move on. Love to keep up with you though...don't stop!
I see familliar faces! We share friends, too. Glad to read your blog! Must admit I have shed a few tears since starting to read your posts. Some happy some sad, but they all help me grow in strength and faith. I have never met you but have many ties back to WY. Keep up the blogging, I like the western zeal too! Hugs in our brother, & Happy holidays!
Hi Michelle,
I don't actually know you, but I've heard lots about you from Tiffany's mom, who lives just a few miles from us and also happens to be my mom's cousin. Another connection is your sister! I met Shawna when she lived in La Crosse and really enjoyed her. I haven't seen her for years now, but think of her occasionally. Tell her hi from Jenny...If you'd like you can see who I am...our blog is www.3littlerascals.blogspot.com
I haven't checked a blog in months,but "treated" myself this a.m. upon finishing paying bills and cleaning off the desk! We had a busy holiday season, spent traveling on slick snowy roads and so were more than glad to be home and snowed in would be great! (I don't clean house then, I make big messes!) Wonder by now if you were able to retrieve your computer "brains" and pictures? It's awful to be so addicted but we all are. Our thoughts have been with you and others in all various health issues. Love your attitude and I know it inspires others! Keep blogging cause us "lurkers" really do check in! :) Willis & Kathy
That picture of you on the horse makes we want to quit my job, move to Wyoming, and become a cowgirl, just like in all those Louis L'Amour books. Congratulations on 2 years of marriage.
-Another lurker you haven't met who enjoys your blog and occasionally comments.
I am yet another lurker that enjoys checking in on your blog! Keep up the good work! Your an inspiration to so many!
We are surrounded by the mountains of NW Montana! Stop by sometime and say "HI!" Alison at www.hugsfromus.blogspot.com
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