Thank a soldier!

Today is Memorial Day. Our Freedom did not come free. Please remember those fallen soldiers this day. And dont forget to thanks those alive. Konner gets to give this special one a hug daily.

Happy Friday from Konner

"Hope is the thing with feathers that perches in the soul and sings the tunes without the words - and never stops at all." ~ Emily Dickinson

Bracelets

Hi everyone... To those of u who have recently ordered bracelets, we have run out of them. our new shipment will be here the 1st of June. So please be patient as these sold out faster then expected. We will get them to you ASAP!

Out of Business

On Saturday May 29th We will be moving. So i will not have internet to update you. We will be staying at a hotel while Konner's scans are taking place so I can update you from the and from the hospital.

So Please remember to pray for a good outcome next week. His scans take place on Wed and Thursday.

Also remember that the Family Fun Day on June 12 is fast approaching and will be lots of fun! It will be held in Show Low, Az

And Dont forget the Run for Konner's Fight on June 19th Also held in Show Low, AZ!

Konners Run update

Hey all its getting close to the Early registration cut off date for the run. Remember it is June 1st and only Early registrants are guarteneed a shirt. Also you save money by registering early. Please Sign up now if you are interested.

5K Early Registration $20.00, Late Registration $25.00. 
1 Mile Early Registration $15.00, Late Registration $20.00. 
REGISTRATION FORMS CAN BE PRINTED FROM HIS BLOG BY CLICKING ON THE ICON TO THE RIGHT TITLED RUN FOR KONNER!

Almost that time again...

So its almost time for Konner to go in for his scans. I am excited yet very nervous! All the Dr's say he has a really good chance of his tumor shrinking and I am just hoping and praying. Lately Konner has been so sick. He is teething, has bad allergies, and the effects from chemo are all wearing on him. Its so sad to see him in pain and uncomfortable all the time.  Today Kyle and I got to get away to stroll the mall and we went into the pet store. I just LOVE LOVE LOVE seeing those little puppies. I want to get one sooo bad. I just thought hmmm.... I bet Konner would love this little guy... Then again Konner is only 3 months... Well Konner goes in tomorrow to see if his platelet levels have picked up and if they have then he doesn't have to go back till Wednesday of next week. If they are still low then he has to get a transfusion. Thank you again for all your amazing support and prayers.

A BIG Thank You!!!

Right now I would like to Thank......

 Ellsworth Elementary Students & Staff Members!!! 

Thank You for ALL your hard work in raising money to help Konner and his fight against cancer! 

You truly are SUPERSTARS! 

A SPECIAL CONGRATULATIONS 

goes out to Mrs. Oetkins 2nd Grade Class for raising the most money in the penny war!!! 

You guys have made a big impact in our lives and we will forever be grateful for your kindness! 

"One can pay back the loan of gold, but one dies forever in debt to those who are kind."

  ~Malayan Proverb

So I say to you now....

 Thank You from the Bottom of My Heart! 

THANK YOU

Join Us for Family FUN DAY!!!

(click poster in enlarge)

A reminder!

To those who were wanting to sign up for Konner's Run and haven't be able to yet, Make sure you do so before June 1st... Not only do you save money but only Early Registrants are Guaranteed a T-Shirt!!! So hurry on Over and Sign up for some FUN! 

Wanted to say Thanks!!!!

Today Konner is doing great!!! Since he had his Transfusion on Friday he has been doing so much better. I didnt realize how much color he had actually lost. He looks like a healthy lil baby minus the hair loss. He is all SMILES and has not thrown up for 2 days!!

So today I would like to say THANK YOU!!! Thank You to those who pray for Konner on a daily basis! Thank You to those who have helped our family in some way! Thank You to those who have Donated to Konner's Account. Thank You to those who have bought Konner's bracelets!! Thank You to those have signed up to sponsor Konner's Run! Thank You to those of you who have Donated prizes for Konner's run! Thank You to Michelle Brodin for making Konner a beautiful blanket! Thank you to VFW Post 8967 in Springerville, AZ! Thank You to the Mckenzie Monks Foundation for the wonderful bag full of gifts! Thank You to all the Dr's and nurses who are so kind at every appointment! Thank you to All who have helped in some way or another. You ALL mean alot to our family and to Konner!!

A special thanks to : Lawyers Title, Digital Solutions, Recreation Resource Management of America, Frank M. Smith & Associates, Joanne Hutton with Advantage Realty Professionals, White Mountain Cafe and Heck of A Deal Collision For Sponsoring The Run For Konner's Fight! If I left any other sponsors out its because I havent gotten an updated list. So thank you to you too!!

(Konner is a Fan of Larry Fitzgeral) 

GO CARDS!!

A great Quote

Here is a new quote from one of my favorite shows!

"Nothing is so strong as gentleness and nothing is so gentle as real strength. "
Ralph W. Sockman

Konner Bear

Below are some pictures I took of Konner! I think they turned out amazing!! 

Too sick

Hey everyone,

Konner is really sick right now. He has been vomiting non stop the last couple of days and its ALOT not just a little spit up here and there. I mean it soaks up his shirt and blankets. Good thing he had an apt today to check his levels. Unfortunately his Hemoglobin levels are really low so he has to get a transfusion. Hopefully with this transfusion he will start to feel better. Please keep him in your prayers today!

Konner

Here are 2 pictures of Konner. Most of you have already seen these, if I have your email address. The first one of him is before chemo round 2 and the 2nd is right after chemo. You can also see how much his hair has thinned out since starting chemo. It is falling out in clumps still.

Konner is doing good so far. He has spit up a couple of times today and he was a little sick last night. I am trying to keep up on his meds too keep him comfortable. He is still all smiles and it warms my heart. I love my baby and I cant wait to get him healthy!

(Getting ready to punch round 2 in the face!)

Almost done......

So we are still here. So far things are going good. Konner has been resting for about 2 hours. He is finally done with chemo he is just getting his after fluids to help flush the chemo out of his bladder. No complications and he is a little champ. I will make sure to update through out the week. Also I'm not sure if I have put on here that Konners hair has been falling out slot lately. His pillow was covered in hair. But he is still smilling.

Round 2

Today is Konner's 2nd round of chemo. He starts at 9 this morning. Fortunately its only a 1 day treatment so that means we get to do it outpatient at the clinic. Wish him luck and many prayers

pictures of Konner

Just thought I would share a couple of Pictures I have recently taken of Konner. 

Happy Friday

Almost time for round 2..........

Its almost time for round 2 of chemo and I feel as though I have not slept in over a month. Konner is more and more uncomfortable and im not sure if its cause of the meds he is taking or from the 1st round of chemo. His hair is also starting to thin out. Today we were able to get his pictures taken as well as our family pictures too. Matt Greggersen from Vain Photography is a good friend of ours and he did such an amazing job. As soon as he is done with them I will post a few of Konner on here. Konner is such a precious little guy. And even all that he is going through you would never be able to tell that he has cancer. He is such a little trooper!

Run For Konner's Fight Update!

Ok guys its Official the Run benefiting Konner is set!!! Wooohoooo Im pretty excited and cant wait for it. Its on the same day that my dad passed away on. So it really truly means alot to me and my family. How awesome to remember my dad and support my son / his grandson in such away!! Well here are all the details.

Date: Saturday June 19th
Time: 6:30 am - 10:30 am
Place: Show Low City Park ~ Old Pavillion
Show Low, Arizona


5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile fun run. 
Early Registration begins today and ends June 1, 2010. 
Late registration will be accepted until the day of the event. 


5K Early Registration $20.00, Late Registration $25.00. 
1 Mile Early Registration $15.00, Late Registration $20.00. 


Checks should be made payable to Erin Dowdy and mailed with Registration Form to Victoria Heuett, P.O. Box 3528, Show Low, AZ 85902.


To print a registration form click on the picture to the right of the screen that is titled " RUN FOR KONNER". That will take you to the registration form. Click print in the upper left hand corner! 


Forms can also be found at local sponsors office. A list will be provided as we acquire sponsors. 


If you or a business is interested in sponsoring the event please send an email to one of the following. 
Victoria Heuett ~ twinkievickie@yahoo.com
Karah Flake ~ karahlynn20@hotmail.com

Prizes will be awarded to overall winning male and female and top 3 winner of each age group.
Please spread the word.

Clinc Appointment today

Today Konner had his 2nd Appointment at the Clinic today. He looks really good and the Dr said I can STOP giving him his Neupogen shots!!! His White Blood Count was at 30,000!!! That is crazy high so no more shots till after his 2nd round of Chemo. His ANC levels were rising so that is good as well. His Platelet levels were a little low but not low enough for a transfusion so that is great! He will start his 2nd round as scheduled on the 11th! Also another one of his test came back and his tumor is considered normal and not abnormal so that is some other great news. His Dr. said that all the test are coming back favorable for lil Konner!!! Thank You all for your PRAYERS keep them up cause they are working!!!!

BRACELETS ARE IN!!!

Hey everyone I just got Konner's Fight Bracelets today!! If You would like a bracelet leave me a comment here or email me at knedowdy@hotmail.com
They are 5.00 for adult and 4.00 for a youth.

Peaceful Sunday...........

Today has been just that, A peaceful Sunday. Konner has been doing good today. A little less pain then the other days. Today Kyle Let me sleep in till 12 can you believe that. I have not slept that long in SOOOOO LONG! It was a much needed rest since I have been getting about 4 - 5 hours tops, of sleep since Konner was Diagnosed with NB. And it was also nice for Kyle to bond with all 3 boys!

Tomorrow is Konner's next Clinic appointment with Dr. Eshun. I am hoping that things go great! Im also going to see if they will give the lil man a different kind of pain killer. The one he is on doesnt seem to be working. I hope that Konner's ANC levels are on the mends so we can so kick off with our 2nd round! I want to get my little man back to 100%!. And thanks to all of the AMAZING people he has in his life we are on our way! Thank you again for being so nice to our family. Thank you For all your wonderful prayers!