I just wanted to show everyone Angela's flowers, She spends at least an hour each night dead heading and watering them. I think they are looking very good!
Saturday, June 27, 2009
Friday, June 26, 2009
"Things happen in 3s"
I can remember growing up, and my mom always told me things happen in threes. As I look around me I wonder if it's true? Anyone else ever heard of that? Recent examples that come to my mind.
Celebrity deaths: Ed McMahon, Farrah Fawcett and Michael Jackson.
Family illness: Pam, Jeff and Brooklyn
I had 3 different roommates when I was in the hospital
Reflecting back on the celebrity's that passed away, Michael Jackson's seemed to have oddest life. He almost seem to have 3 phases: the early Jackson 5 years, the 1980s when he was at his peak of popularity (his Thriller album is the highest selling album of all time with 104 million sold), and finally the weird years when he had plastic surgery, turned his skin white, had legal problems with little kids, and almost went broke.
Farrah Fawcett was made famous by the 1st Charlies Angels TV show, not sure if she did anything else, but she mastered flipping her long hair and I think was the 1st person to have teeth brightened super white (not sure about that one). She was also famous for a poster that at the time was very daring, but today would seem pretty tame.
Ed McMahon became famous, I guess, saying "Here's Johnny" for the Tonight Show for many years. He was one of the first famous pitchmen, of all time. He was Billy Mays in the 197os.
My work is going well, back to full time for the last 2 weeks, getting up to speed. Got the results back of my latest blood test and is was normal! Follow up with Doctor Kaufman this Monday. Probably about 90% back to normal.
Angela's sister Pam have thyroid cancer surgery right now. Prognosis is good, but she will have a long next couple of weeks getting over this. The Thomas family could use some good news, all three of their kids broke up with boyfriends or girl friends recently. Lot's of drama at the time, but think Blake and Bern are back together.
Brandon missing Julie who is touring Europe for a month, Tyler applied for a leadership program that will give him a head start on becoming an administrator in the school system. Corey and Audrey doing fine.
That's all for now, follow the updates on Twitter at the top left for the latest.
Celebrity deaths: Ed McMahon, Farrah Fawcett and Michael Jackson.
Family illness: Pam, Jeff and Brooklyn
I had 3 different roommates when I was in the hospital
Reflecting back on the celebrity's that passed away, Michael Jackson's seemed to have oddest life. He almost seem to have 3 phases: the early Jackson 5 years, the 1980s when he was at his peak of popularity (his Thriller album is the highest selling album of all time with 104 million sold), and finally the weird years when he had plastic surgery, turned his skin white, had legal problems with little kids, and almost went broke.
Farrah Fawcett was made famous by the 1st Charlies Angels TV show, not sure if she did anything else, but she mastered flipping her long hair and I think was the 1st person to have teeth brightened super white (not sure about that one). She was also famous for a poster that at the time was very daring, but today would seem pretty tame.
Ed McMahon became famous, I guess, saying "Here's Johnny" for the Tonight Show for many years. He was one of the first famous pitchmen, of all time. He was Billy Mays in the 197os.
My work is going well, back to full time for the last 2 weeks, getting up to speed. Got the results back of my latest blood test and is was normal! Follow up with Doctor Kaufman this Monday. Probably about 90% back to normal.
Angela's sister Pam have thyroid cancer surgery right now. Prognosis is good, but she will have a long next couple of weeks getting over this. The Thomas family could use some good news, all three of their kids broke up with boyfriends or girl friends recently. Lot's of drama at the time, but think Blake and Bern are back together.
Brandon missing Julie who is touring Europe for a month, Tyler applied for a leadership program that will give him a head start on becoming an administrator in the school system. Corey and Audrey doing fine.
That's all for now, follow the updates on Twitter at the top left for the latest.
Thursday, June 25, 2009
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Monday, June 15, 2009
God versus Nature
When people get sick, is it because they did something wrong?
When I was diagnosed with Prostate Cancer someone told me I got it from my diet and lifestyle. They said they have found the secret to being healthy by avoiding animal protein and eating only plant protein. So in essence it was my fault that I had cancer.
I told them, I did not believe that. That my God doesn't hide his truths in nature around us. God has a plan for me and everyone else, and my path included having cancer. They did not produce any scripture to back up their claim, which also makes me leery.
I didn't want to keep it going, but I thought about asking them things like:
When I was diagnosed with Prostate Cancer someone told me I got it from my diet and lifestyle. They said they have found the secret to being healthy by avoiding animal protein and eating only plant protein. So in essence it was my fault that I had cancer.
I told them, I did not believe that. That my God doesn't hide his truths in nature around us. God has a plan for me and everyone else, and my path included having cancer. They did not produce any scripture to back up their claim, which also makes me leery.
I didn't want to keep it going, but I thought about asking them things like:
- So if I eat this special diet, I'll never get sick again? Will I live forever?
- If I do stay healthy, does God get the glory or the diet?
- Since God really loves me, why would he "hide" the secret of health in nature around me?
- What scripture backs up your claims? Just because we want something to be true, does not make it so.
Believe me, I understand the value of eating a balanced diet with more fruits and vegetables. I can do a better job in this area, I admit. I do believe our diet and lifestyle can lead to certain types of illness, but not across the board as blanket statement.
So I believe God causes or allows things to happen in our lives for a variety of reasons. I have been able to testify of God's goodness that helped me through this last month to many unsaved people.
So as we live our lives, we need to look to God first, and nature second. When something bad happens ask God to deliver you, not Mother Nature.
"Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need" Hebrews 4:16
Prayer Requests: Sister in law Pam - thyroid cancer, Messick family with the passing of Don Messick yesterday.
Tuesday, June 09, 2009
Back to work
I started back to work yesterday. Working half days all week to get my strength back. I didn't know how tired I was yesterday when I got home, but while reading the paper I fell asleep for an hour. Felt good when I woke up, yesterday was the most active day in a long time.
Everyone at work was glad to see me, it was good to see them as well. Several co-workers from Chicago also called to check in. I work with a great group of people and I am very thankful for my job.
Things with recovery still going very well, just still a little sore around incision when I bend over or move quickly. Continue to pray for Pam, Angela's sister, cancer back in her thyroid and lymph nodes. Sees Surgeon at OSU week after next.
Brandon and Corey still playing lots of softball, wish I could go, but have trouble sitting on hard seats. Corey still looking for job. Tyler did well in 1st BBQ contest in Jackson, TN last weekend. He called today and someone offered to sponsor him this weekend, if he came back for another contest! He is so excited, can Food TV Network be far behind? We need to get Angela there to compete in the dessert contests.
Only interesting thing that is happened is Gary went to the auction last week, he bought about 40 Dept 56 houses. They are porcelain collectibles, that people display around the house. Problem is, they don't collect them, not sure why he bought them other than he got a "good deal" on them. Tammy was not happy, so he is trying to sell them. If interested me a call and I will give you their phone number.
Pressing on! In Christ Alone!
Everyone at work was glad to see me, it was good to see them as well. Several co-workers from Chicago also called to check in. I work with a great group of people and I am very thankful for my job.
Things with recovery still going very well, just still a little sore around incision when I bend over or move quickly. Continue to pray for Pam, Angela's sister, cancer back in her thyroid and lymph nodes. Sees Surgeon at OSU week after next.
Brandon and Corey still playing lots of softball, wish I could go, but have trouble sitting on hard seats. Corey still looking for job. Tyler did well in 1st BBQ contest in Jackson, TN last weekend. He called today and someone offered to sponsor him this weekend, if he came back for another contest! He is so excited, can Food TV Network be far behind? We need to get Angela there to compete in the dessert contests.
Only interesting thing that is happened is Gary went to the auction last week, he bought about 40 Dept 56 houses. They are porcelain collectibles, that people display around the house. Problem is, they don't collect them, not sure why he bought them other than he got a "good deal" on them. Tammy was not happy, so he is trying to sell them. If interested me a call and I will give you their phone number.
Pressing on! In Christ Alone!
Tuesday, June 02, 2009
part of the healing process
Angela has officially taken over my recovery. Last night after she got off work, we went outside and cleaned all of the windows. I manned the hose and held the ladder while she climbed the ladder. She claimed the cleaning windows was all part of the healing process. Funny, Doctor Kaufman never mentioned that.
I am also back to doing laundry and dishwasher, just have to careful not to pick up something heavy.
Afterwards, we ate a Brew's cafe in Granville and then to Whit's for my reward for helping. Tammy joined us for dinner in her new Lexus, very nice!! If the Lord would bless us with a new car, I am sure we can find a way it use it in some ministry or something. Just thankful that our cars are in running well right now.
Watched the storm last night, the lightening was pretty cool.
Going for a walk, God is good!
I am also back to doing laundry and dishwasher, just have to careful not to pick up something heavy.
Afterwards, we ate a Brew's cafe in Granville and then to Whit's for my reward for helping. Tammy joined us for dinner in her new Lexus, very nice!! If the Lord would bless us with a new car, I am sure we can find a way it use it in some ministry or something. Just thankful that our cars are in running well right now.
Watched the storm last night, the lightening was pretty cool.
Going for a walk, God is good!
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