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I know I have been ignoring the site…  But, I have been updating the NASCAR stats and statistics.  Just a post about nothing…

Welcome to 2008. I, for one, am happy to have 2007 behind me. All the junk, hardships, medical problems, and mind games played by those we thought dear is now just history. Well, not all of it, but I think you get the point. A new year to make new history.

History, as in….

Davey is doing well enough. The chemo is helping, and doctors have not had to do a spinal tap biopsy the last two weeks. Thankful, because that is very painful for him. He continues to be in bright spirits.

Jen & Jay are expecting in May. The ultrasound confirms she is 4 months along, and also shows they are expecting a brother for her big sister.

Kyle, CJ, Jen, Jay, and Josh continue to protect me in WOW (World of Warcraft). I have not completely decided a character yet, but my warlock is coming along nicely. Kyle wants me to stop at level 39, but I’m thinking I’ll use my rogue to play in his battleground team.

Around here, Jarrett and Julie did well enough for Christmas. It looks like we will be playing some baseball this year.

Me, I’ll just deal with things the best I can. Take care, and have a great year!

Davey had his second round of heavy chemo yesterday. The doctors also performed a spinal tap and got a sample of bone marrow to be tested. Preliminary results from both are very positive as the white blood cell count is much decreased. The doctors were very excited that his body is responding well to the treatments so far. As expected with the heavy chemo, he is experiencing nausea. He says thank you for all the prayers and concern.

Davey left the hospital last night. This is a positive step toward his recovery as his body is responding well enough to the meds that he has the strength and determination to go home. There is still a long road ahead, but any positives are looked upon as major steps to me.

Today was a better day for Davey. The chemo has been tough, as he has had a lot of upset stomach blues. Today, the schedule seemed to work better by giving him the anti-nausea medicine before his meals. He held all three meals down! Another barrage of meds put him to sleep for several hours. He is restless and a trouper in bed. Signs are positive for an early release, as long as his body continues to cooperate.

Thanks to all for your concern and prayers. Keep up with them, as this will be a long drawn out process. As we get the news, it will be passed along…

I am in the airport now, waiting on my flight back to Southern California.

Davey doesn’t remember much from yesterday, except a few things, like his brothers visiting, and throwing up (yuck).  He was resting and sleeping much of the day.

 Today, he is in much better spirits. He doesn’t remember the days changing, or me leaving to go to sleep last night. Today, I am sure he will remember. He has started the chemo treatments, and some steroids to help with the breathing.

Davey says to everyone, “Don’t get sick”. Thanks for all the cards, prayers, and thoughts.

 He can receive cards and letters, as he will be at the hospital for at least another week. No flowers though, because his immune system is low, and they can carry harmful bacteria.

It is official… Davey has T-Cell Acute Lymphoid Leukemia…  He will be undergoing some different treatments, so help him (and me and the rest of the family be strong) during this time. I’m in Phoenix now, and will be with him through the first treatments…

Please keep Davey in your thoughts and prayer. Just found out the reason he has been having trouble breathing for so long as he has been diagnosed with Leukemia…  I’m devastated. What a horrible ugly year this has been. He is in the hospital now.

Alas, it is with both sadness and relief that the season has come to a close. What a year, Jimmie Johnson dominating the end of the Chase to gain his second consecutive Nextel Cup. Awesome that I was able to see two of his wins (California in Spetember, and Phoenix in November).

I’m sad if only because now I will have nothing to do on Sunday’s. 90 days of no NASCAR…  As always, I am sure I will put a few upgrades in the site.

The relief is that I won’t have the pressure of getting the result’s and statistics up. While this is my passion (as I havebeen doing this site for over 15 years, and named my children after drivers), it does sometimes get overwhelming. I’ll just have to wait and see what next year brings.

And another year at PIR in the books. The trip went very well.

Flight out (and back) via U.S. Airways was comfortable and on time from Ontario to Phoenix. The rental via Enterprise was a very nice black Dodge Charger. More spacey than my Geo, and a comfortable ride. There was a little wheel chirp even around some of the slower corners, but it was a fine ride.

I  visited the Heart Attack Grill, and the hostess, Crystal, was very enjoyable. The picture I took of her backside has jumped to over 3000 views on flickr.com in under 3 days.

The race on Sunday was held under a bright and sunny sky. Parking was dusty, and quite a walk, but getting there early helps to make the day more enjoyable. With Carl Edwards on the pole, the race got under way and he was strong until his engine broke. Matt Kenseth and Martin Truex Jr were strong also, but in the end, it was Jimmie Johnson winning his 4th in a row (history tied). For sure, one of the best tracks for watching racing. 

I do plan on going with few changes. The one main thing I’d like to change is someone to share the experience with. It is just not the same doing it alone.