Katies Hodgkins Journey: The Guitar

One of my favorite parts of this cancer journey. The guitar.
Not only have Bobby and I grown so close over the past 5 months, but he continues to amaze me with his random acts of kindness.

When I was first diagnosed, he decided to pull one of his favorite guitars (12string) out and use it to help Cody and I pay for all the medical bills and setbacks we've been going through. A great story so far:

The guitar was sent to LA to see Rise Against, and get their autographs... A great friend of Bobby's lives in the area and was more than happy to help get the guitar to where it needed to go. Thanks Sarah! Dad and Bobby decided to drive out there to pick it up and avoid the costly (and risky) trip by air. They also got a chance to visit cousin Vanessa and her adorable family.. Uncle Bob and Aunt Rita, and ALL this family that we havent seen in almost a decade! So that must have been cool.

After the guitar got home safely... Bobby and I started to brainstorm. Who else can we get to sign the guitar? We just couldnt stop at Rise Against. I suggested, The Flobots! One of my new favorite bands that made it big from a local gig "hometown for the holidays" here in CO! Turns out Bobby has a friend at work that knows them! Next thing I know, i'm shaking hands and watching them all sign the guitar. I was starstruck, they are all so cool and laid back.

Next thing I know, Bobby has tickets to see Devotchka, another local band here in CO. They were actually on the Little Miss Sunshine soundtrack. Its like... flamenco, mariachi, gypsy and eastern european folk mash up. Super fun and unique! Unfortunately I couldnt be there... had treatment the day before the show. Bobby did get their signatures and even brough me a vinyl copy of their album (A Mad & Faithful Feeling) signed as well!

Think I might frame it.

So far, this cancer journey has been un-describable. More good days than bad days. Has brought me closer to my Dad, and my Brother. My family as a whole have done an outstanding job making this all soo much easier. With Cody picking up the slack financially, Bobby has gratiously stepped in to keep me company on those rough days.

Bobby, I owe you so much. Words cant explain how thankful I am.