Cat, this hit me straight in the gut—not just the diagnosis, but the way you write through it. That blend of courage and grace is exactly what makes your voice matter. You’re not just tough. You’re true. And that kind of honesty is rare as hell.
I’ll be here, reading and rooting for you. If words are all we’ve got in times like these, you’re wielding them with power and purpose. Keep writing when you can. We’re still listening. 🌱
We are all here for you, whatever you need, whenever you need it. You aren’t letting anyone down. You’re being responsible for you and your family, we will be here to support you in that and when you are recovered. 🩵
Dear Cat, I've never ever known you to live a quiet life. You've always got big plans for whatever it is that's on your heart, mind or ranch. I feel like you'll attack this the same way and I am damn proud of you for realizing that you need to take care of you and yours before the rest of the world. This makes you more of a stand up human than you already are. Your writings and posts will be missed by all of us who enjoyed them but don't feel like you're letting anyone down. You've imparted so much knowledge and common sense on this world that even the haters have a hard time hating. Go get wild out on the prairie and know we are all sending our best wishes and love to you so you can beat this! And count on us all to help you out anytime, anywhere. Sending big hugs to you, friend.
Cat, I hope you get help, and get healthy. Sam Yorks was a mutual friend who I miss.
I’m wondering if Yale Medical’s recent discovery of a combination therapy might be worth having a conversation with your healthcare provider about? They recently found that guanfacine plus NAC (N-Acetyl Cytosine) helps to relieve “brain-fog” symptoms in people who have long-covid.
I can only say that it has made an incredible difference for me in my brain fog since February of 2020. Feels like someone scraped my windshield.
There are multiple possible drug interactions, but my doctor cleared me, and I am so glad she did! The mechanism apparently has something to do with reducing swelling in the frontal lobes.
I am so sorry you have not felt well. You are in our prayers. Best wishes and may you have a great medical team. We lost Charleen in December and only had known for a month and a half about her cancer, she missed her sheep and living on her farm after moving to town because of Dean's Parkinsons. That Cowboy Tough mentality shines through many farmers and ranchers alot. Best wishes
Well, damn. I am so sorry to hear your news. We don't really know each other beyond your writings and my friendship with Laurie Urbigkit. But I know enough to say the world needs you at this time. Your wisdom and wit convey messages everyone needs. I agree with you about cowboy tough. In my case it's trucker tough. In both cases, it can mean cowboy/trucker stupid. Please pay close attention to your doctors and do what they say. Make sure they listen to you. You will get through this. Everyone is pulling for you in their own way. Good luck. I look forward to future books, columns and opinions. Take care.
Prayers for the days ahead Cat. I found your book Brave and Loyal in a Tractor Supply in Kentucky back in 2018 and it really changed my life for the better. You brought a flavor of life and imagery that helped pull me through some tough times. I have bought most of your books since then and have bought a farm adopted a herding dog and may even get sheep one day.
Cat, I am truly sorry that you are going through this. You may have been dealt a bad hand but the amount of people who are with you in this will do doubt give you the resolve you need in the hard times. I’m sure you’ll have more help than you can use, but please know we’d love to do something if you need it. Sending our love to you!
I think we are all the same. I worked through every precursor to glaucoma all summer until I went blind in one eye overnight out here on the ranch alone. I drove myself to town where they shoved me into an ambulance. I should have gone the day after my horses didn't get fed.That has never been close to happening before. I got through it all and I'm still on the ranch dealing with it. It was good to read your post about how you dealt with things not making sense. I guess I had slipped into a depression of sorts. No people and a lock on the gate at the highway may not be optimum a couple of times in life.. I'm proud to be a member of the club of nuts on ranches who don't have time to be normal about things going bad. I once had an idiot nurse practition tell me "the cowboys are the worse whiners." I told her that's because she will never see them until they are almost dead and maybe not then. Most of us, including me, have riden out of a remote area with broken ribs or limbs without saying a word. I'm glad you have help now. As you go along try to imagine how a person in a city would react to something new in their health journey. I can't get the hang of it, but I'm trying anyway.
It makes me sad to hear about your health problems. I've had friends with similar tumors over the years, so I'm a bit familiar with what it means in terms of life changes. You're strong on so many levels, and this is going to take your Wyoming rancher strength and toughness to get it all done. I have every confidence that you will journey on and complete everything you humanly can. You will be in my prayers even more than before. Please let us know how you are doing as much as you feel comfortable sharing. You have a whole world of people supporting you. With warmest regards from Texas.
Cat, being able to tell your story through writing is a gift to everyone who cares about you. Do what you have to do and do some of what you want to keep yourself motivated through the downfall on your new trail. And from personal experience with tough circumstances, ask for and accept any help from others that will benefit you and your family, it makes such a huge difference in your journey and recovery. Peace, love, and joy to you, friend.
You and your family are in my prayers as you begin this journey. We've never had a chance to meet, though I did meet your son when i picked my dog at your place. I have admired your strength, commitment, courage, and humor as the years have passed! No doubt those same strengths will see you through the challenges ahead. I pray that God is with you and you can lean on Him should your steps falter.
Cat, this hit me straight in the gut—not just the diagnosis, but the way you write through it. That blend of courage and grace is exactly what makes your voice matter. You’re not just tough. You’re true. And that kind of honesty is rare as hell.
I’ll be here, reading and rooting for you. If words are all we’ve got in times like these, you’re wielding them with power and purpose. Keep writing when you can. We’re still listening. 🌱
Thanks much, Adam.
We are all here for you, whatever you need, whenever you need it. You aren’t letting anyone down. You’re being responsible for you and your family, we will be here to support you in that and when you are recovered. 🩵
You all are the best.
Dear Cat, I've never ever known you to live a quiet life. You've always got big plans for whatever it is that's on your heart, mind or ranch. I feel like you'll attack this the same way and I am damn proud of you for realizing that you need to take care of you and yours before the rest of the world. This makes you more of a stand up human than you already are. Your writings and posts will be missed by all of us who enjoyed them but don't feel like you're letting anyone down. You've imparted so much knowledge and common sense on this world that even the haters have a hard time hating. Go get wild out on the prairie and know we are all sending our best wishes and love to you so you can beat this! And count on us all to help you out anytime, anywhere. Sending big hugs to you, friend.
Thanks for making me cry, friend!
Your life, viewpoint, and children's books are very important to me.
Cat, I hope you get help, and get healthy. Sam Yorks was a mutual friend who I miss.
I’m wondering if Yale Medical’s recent discovery of a combination therapy might be worth having a conversation with your healthcare provider about? They recently found that guanfacine plus NAC (N-Acetyl Cytosine) helps to relieve “brain-fog” symptoms in people who have long-covid.
I can only say that it has made an incredible difference for me in my brain fog since February of 2020. Feels like someone scraped my windshield.
There are multiple possible drug interactions, but my doctor cleared me, and I am so glad she did! The mechanism apparently has something to do with reducing swelling in the frontal lobes.
Good luck!
I am so sorry you have not felt well. You are in our prayers. Best wishes and may you have a great medical team. We lost Charleen in December and only had known for a month and a half about her cancer, she missed her sheep and living on her farm after moving to town because of Dean's Parkinsons. That Cowboy Tough mentality shines through many farmers and ranchers alot. Best wishes
Well, damn. I am so sorry to hear your news. We don't really know each other beyond your writings and my friendship with Laurie Urbigkit. But I know enough to say the world needs you at this time. Your wisdom and wit convey messages everyone needs. I agree with you about cowboy tough. In my case it's trucker tough. In both cases, it can mean cowboy/trucker stupid. Please pay close attention to your doctors and do what they say. Make sure they listen to you. You will get through this. Everyone is pulling for you in their own way. Good luck. I look forward to future books, columns and opinions. Take care.
Prayers for the days ahead Cat. I found your book Brave and Loyal in a Tractor Supply in Kentucky back in 2018 and it really changed my life for the better. You brought a flavor of life and imagery that helped pull me through some tough times. I have bought most of your books since then and have bought a farm adopted a herding dog and may even get sheep one day.
Cat, I am truly sorry that you are going through this. You may have been dealt a bad hand but the amount of people who are with you in this will do doubt give you the resolve you need in the hard times. I’m sure you’ll have more help than you can use, but please know we’d love to do something if you need it. Sending our love to you!
You’re in my prayers Cat!
I think we are all the same. I worked through every precursor to glaucoma all summer until I went blind in one eye overnight out here on the ranch alone. I drove myself to town where they shoved me into an ambulance. I should have gone the day after my horses didn't get fed.That has never been close to happening before. I got through it all and I'm still on the ranch dealing with it. It was good to read your post about how you dealt with things not making sense. I guess I had slipped into a depression of sorts. No people and a lock on the gate at the highway may not be optimum a couple of times in life.. I'm proud to be a member of the club of nuts on ranches who don't have time to be normal about things going bad. I once had an idiot nurse practition tell me "the cowboys are the worse whiners." I told her that's because she will never see them until they are almost dead and maybe not then. Most of us, including me, have riden out of a remote area with broken ribs or limbs without saying a word. I'm glad you have help now. As you go along try to imagine how a person in a city would react to something new in their health journey. I can't get the hang of it, but I'm trying anyway.
Happy to donate. Stay strong.
It makes me sad to hear about your health problems. I've had friends with similar tumors over the years, so I'm a bit familiar with what it means in terms of life changes. You're strong on so many levels, and this is going to take your Wyoming rancher strength and toughness to get it all done. I have every confidence that you will journey on and complete everything you humanly can. You will be in my prayers even more than before. Please let us know how you are doing as much as you feel comfortable sharing. You have a whole world of people supporting you. With warmest regards from Texas.
Cat, being able to tell your story through writing is a gift to everyone who cares about you. Do what you have to do and do some of what you want to keep yourself motivated through the downfall on your new trail. And from personal experience with tough circumstances, ask for and accept any help from others that will benefit you and your family, it makes such a huge difference in your journey and recovery. Peace, love, and joy to you, friend.
Hoo-boy! It ain't easy I've been with mild vertigo and aphasia for better than ten years now, due to a car wreck. No fun at all. Pullin' for you.
You and your family are in my prayers as you begin this journey. We've never had a chance to meet, though I did meet your son when i picked my dog at your place. I have admired your strength, commitment, courage, and humor as the years have passed! No doubt those same strengths will see you through the challenges ahead. I pray that God is with you and you can lean on Him should your steps falter.