COUNTY LIFE
Daughter shares her mother’s new battle with breast cancer
This personal story was submitted by Haley Owen, daughter of Lynn and Chuck Hall of Bowie. Lynn has been diagnosed with a recurrence of breast cancer she was treated for two years ago. Lynn Hall works at the elementary school as the 504/Rtl coordinator and her husband, Chuck, is the girl’s high school basketball coach.
By Haley Hall Owen
Selfless, loving, and giving are just a few of the words I can think of to describe my mom, Lynn Hall. Growing up with her as a mother, I was never shorted on time, support or praise. This is no surprise to all who know her.
My mom has always, and continues to, put others before herself, and I have always admired her for that. During the last three years I have watched my mom exemplify a new set of terms in dealing with her cancer journey.
Courageous, inspiring, and tough are some of the new titles my mom has gained while still managing to maintain her caring nature and continually putting others before herself. She is no less than a hero and dealt with her battle with grace, ultimately earning her the title of survivor.
In August 2015, my mom found a mass in her breast that eventually led to a diagnosis of Invasive Ductal Carcinoma, breast cancer. Hearing the “C” word associated with a parent is a scary thing that, unfortunately, too many can relate to.
I remember a sinking, heavy feeling and questions of “why her,” “why now,” and “what’s next?” What followed was a double mastectomy, breast reconstruction and several months of chemotherapy. Family, friends, colleagues, and communities rallied around my mom, giving her the strength and support she needed throughout her journey.
She documented her story on Facebook, and I remember every post received hundreds of likes and comments.
Although a small gesture, it meant so much to know that so many were praying for her. We saw “Team Hall” shirts everywhere we went. It was such an encouragement during the hard times.
In March 2016, Mom wrapped up her last chemo treatment, and we were all ready to put the “C” word behind us for good. She was cancer free.
In March of this year, roughly two years after what should have been the end of her cancer journey, the doctor spotted something questionable on a routine sonogram. Initially, he wanted to wait and watch, assuring her that it was nothing to worry about, but mom’s gut told her to request a biopsy.
Read the full story in you weekend News.
The Chuck and Lynn Hall family. (Courtesy photo)
It has been quite a busy few days at the Montague County Youth Fair with schedule changes, juggling of events and trying to cope with the unexpected snow storm. However, the youth fair always rolls on thanks to the dedicated volunteers, coordinators, parents and students.
Friday the rabbit how starts at 10 a.m., with heifer and steer show at 2 p.m. Ag. mech. check-in at 6 p.m. with that show at 9 a.m. on Saturday. Swine will move into the barn later today with its show at 9 a.m. Saturday.
Saturday the home economics silent auction will start at 6 p.m. and run to 9 p.m. in the show barn. Showmanship buckles will be presented at 6 p.m. in the barn followed by leadership day awards. The premium sale is at 6:30 p.m. Make plans to come out and support these hard working kids and families.
See all the winners in the Thursday Bowie News.
Top photo – Poultry show photo taken by Rashonda Hobbs of Unfazed Creations, official photographer for the youth fair. Make sure and check out her photos.
When we were going through my grandmother’s house in Nocona after it sold, I found a few neat keepsakes, but the biggest treasure I thought I had found was her biscuit cutter. I was so excited to show my mother (her daughter) and just knew she would be happy it was found and would still be used after all this time.
My mother, however, had a different thought about my precious biscuit cutter. She said, “Suzanne, you know that biscuit cutter is just an old tomato paste can that has both ends cut out.”
I was still no less delighted with my cutter. I continue to use it today. My husband has bought me vintage, new and fancier cutters, but this cutter is something I go back to time and again.
My Memaw was recruited to be a lunch lady from 1952 to 1958 at Nocona Elementary, back when lunches were cooked, not “fixed.” Lenora Brown Burnett was an excellent cook and everyone knew it. She went on to work at the Nocona Major Clinic kitchen from 1958 to 1969.
You could only use shortcuts if you knew how to do it the long way. That is how I still approach cooking. You can only use a cake mix if you know how to make a cake with lots of ingredients, time and effort.
Read Suzanne’s Love & Luck column in the Thursday Bowie News on the On the Table page.
Top photo – Grandmother’s biscuit cutter and hand written recipes. (Photo by Suzanne Storey)
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