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Ray Hartjen

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Grateful for the early reviews on the ebook edition of Me, Myself & My Multiple Myeloma. Paperback drops at stores on July 16!

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June 20, 2024 at 5:18 PM

Ray Hartjen

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Ebook edition of Me, Myself & My Multiple Myeloma now available!

Paperback drops at stores July 16 (or buy now at rayhartjen.com).

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March 6, 2024 at 3:08 AM

Ray Hartjen

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Feeling blessed with U2 at The Sphere.

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Sphere and Loving in Las Vegas

Last Friday night, I had the pleasure of seeing U2 perform again at The Sphere in Las Vegas. It was my second time watching the lads from Dublin at The Sphere, and the ninth time I’ve seen the band pe...

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February 12, 2024 at 12:59 AM

Ray Hartjen

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Thoughts on #DryJanuary and a suggestion for next year - new on the blog:

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Getting Through Dry January and a Suggestion for Next Year

On New Year’s Eve, I gave a short little think as to what New Year’s resolutions I wanted to make. I’ve always been a goal-oriented type of guy, and I’ve often set ambitious resolutions.

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January 28, 2024 at 8:44 PM

Ray Hartjen

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Looking for a good book to read?

Check out my online bookstore for some recommended #books.

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Ray Hartjen Bookshop

I am a writer, musician and songwriter living in Northern California. In a professional career that has spanned parts...

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January 15, 2024 at 3:30 AM

Ray Hartjen

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Cancer patients don't do it alone. If you are a caregiver or know of one, check out this book - rayhartjen.com/f/keeping-pa...

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January 13, 2024 at 6:40 PM

Ray Hartjen

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Remembering Darryl Dawkins

Chocolate Thunder's bday is Jan. 11

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January 8, 2024 at 5:58 PM

Ray Hartjen

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I don't always get dressed up to get treatment at the infusion center, but when I do, I'd sure like to have a Dos Equis. 😉

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December 20, 2023 at 11:19 PM

Ray Hartjen

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Quinn is all groomed and I'm dressed for holiday success.

Happy holidays, everyone.

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December 20, 2023 at 4:34 PM

Ray Hartjen

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Today's #NFL or that of yesteryear?

Just one of the topics we talked about in the Daly Dose Sports podcast. Listen wherever you catch podcasts.

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Immaculate: How the Steelers Saved Pittsburgh

December 18, 2023 at 2:58 AM

Ray Hartjen

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Me, Myself & My Multiple Myeloma now available for pre-order wherever books are sold.

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Me, Myself & My Multiple Myeloma Available for Preorder

With my last post, I shared the cover reveal for my cancer-patient memoir, Me, Myself & My Multiple Myeloma. Finalizing the cover of a book is always a big milestone. With the cover, you can start pro...

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December 17, 2023 at 12:38 AM

Ray Hartjen

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Super excited to finally take the wraps off of Me, Myself & My Multiple Myeloma

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Available wherever books are sold.

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Cover Reveal: Me, Myself & My Multiple Myeloma

Writing a book is difficult; it takes time, energy, and effort. Plus, as a writer, there’s all the mental gymnastics that sometimes get in the way as you put yourself out there in a somewhat vulnera...

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December 13, 2023 at 6:48 PM

Ray Hartjen

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Oh, does my wife ever enjoy those moments I make an ass out of myself. She still gets a kick out of this one - rayhartjen.com/f/no-william...

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No, William H. Macy, You Weren't in Jurassic Park 3

Every once in a while, and more than I care to freely admit, I do something foolish. To compound my error, I too often share those experiences with my wife, Lori. That’s a big mistake, for she relis...

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December 13, 2023 at 3:17 AM

Ray Hartjen

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Celebrating the season with my better half.

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December 13, 2023 at 3:10 AM

Ray Hartjen

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I dusted the #1000MileChallenge a while ago. Today, I set a new PR for miles walked in a year. More days left to add!

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December 11, 2023 at 11:38 PM

Ray Hartjen

@rayhartjen.bsky.social

My cancer-patient memoir, Me, Myself & My Multiple Myeloma is available for pre-order at Barnes & Noble and other booksellers. Order now!

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Me, Myself & My Multiple Myeloma: A Behind-the-Scenes Look for Patients, Caregivers & Allies|Paperba...

Me, Myself & My Multiple Myeloma is a cancer-patient memoir written by Ray Hartjen, a multiple myeloma patient diagnosed in March 2019.In this intimate and inspiring account, Ray reflects on every ste...

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December 6, 2023 at 9:31 PM

Reposted by Ray Hartjen

The New York Times

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Anti-Trump Republican donors and strategists are publicly pressuring Chris Christie, the former governor of New Jersey, to end his presidential campaign for the Republican nomination. Many would like him to throw his support behind Nikki Haley.