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You are all included in my prayers...Thank-You for Caring!!!
You are all included in my prayers...Thank-You for Caring!!!
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Bible Banned From School Football Field
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Congrats Dennis,
It looks like you've won the straw of Magnus. The top bid is $500 donated to the Sam Bish family by DJD Whitetails. Thank you so much for your generosity, Dennis. May the Lord shower upon you blessings like never before.
I also want to thank everyone involed with this benefit auction. To all those who placed a bid for the cause of this auction, and to all those who took the time to send donations for the Sam Bish Family......THANK YOU. Also , thank you BillieJoe for updating us on Sam's journey thus far. I , for one , appreciate all the time and effort you put in for this family. I am sure we that read the forums don't know but a small % of the effort you have put forth , but the Lord sees all that you do. So, THANK YOU VERY MUCH.
Dennis, if would you please let me know your address and if you want your straw shipped or transfered from GLSS I will get it taken care of right away.
Once again, thank all of you , and God bless .
It looks like you've won the straw of Magnus. The top bid is $500 donated to the Sam Bish family by DJD Whitetails. Thank you so much for your generosity, Dennis. May the Lord shower upon you blessings like never before.
I also want to thank everyone involed with this benefit auction. To all those who placed a bid for the cause of this auction, and to all those who took the time to send donations for the Sam Bish Family......THANK YOU. Also , thank you BillieJoe for updating us on Sam's journey thus far. I , for one , appreciate all the time and effort you put in for this family. I am sure we that read the forums don't know but a small % of the effort you have put forth , but the Lord sees all that you do. So, THANK YOU VERY MUCH.
Dennis, if would you please let me know your address and if you want your straw shipped or transfered from GLSS I will get it taken care of right away.
Once again, thank all of you , and God bless .
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Tom,
thank you......i will send a check to sam's family...............Tom once you hear from Billie Jo that Sam's family received the check you can transfer it over into my account at glss.......thanks again so much.
thank you......i will send a check to sam's family...............Tom once you hear from Billie Jo that Sam's family received the check you can transfer it over into my account at glss.......thanks again so much.
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Thank you all for your very kind donations and prayers. Your generosity will make an immediate difference in the lives of Sam's Family. Sam's mother was choked up and overwhelmed by how much you all cared...Thank-You All again for your kindness
I will keep you all posted on Sam's health and progress on the the Auctions worth bidding on!!! Help sam
http://www.deerforums.com/vbforums/showthread.php?t=1259
I will keep you all posted on Sam's health and progress on the the Auctions worth bidding on!!! Help sam
http://www.deerforums.com/vbforums/showthread.php?t=1259
In 1981 my oldest brother of 6 was diagnosed with bone cancer. He and his wife had just married two months prior. He had knee pain for several months and finally I helped him into St. Mary's hospital in Rochester, MN where he immediately had his leg amputated. He came home with a prostetic and did quite well. 2 years later he had a healthy son. he adored his family and still did what he loved the most. Trapping. He would go out every morning and every evening. Even when he was not feeling the best after all his kemo and radiation, he persevered. He had a great friend that was right beside him and the love that he had for the outdoors and just nature itself never left him. We were told at that time that it was terminal, but just did not believe that God would take such a healthy man. We saw him slowly disappear in the physical sense, but still had faith that he would somehow improve. After all he was my protector as a big brother. I did not and could not go out on a date without seeing him in the car behind us. Man that used to piss me off.
On July 19th of 1985, my younger brother was paralized on an island on the Mississippi River. He was swinging out on a rope and a knot caught him between the leg and flipped him backwards. He broke his neck. Like a bobber floating down the river, his friends noticed something was wrong. They brought him to shore, laid him down on the sand and packed him tight. One went to get a nurse that was on the other island across the river and another went to get help in town. when the fire department got back into town with him on the boat, the ambulance was not there. They waited about 5 minutes and then transported him by the back of a truck to the hospital.
At the time i was working at a small cafe in Kellogg, MN. My now husband, Bill, showed up and told me that we needed to get to the hospital fast that something happened to Dean and they thought he was paralized. We had a 15 mile ride that was from hell. I felt that Bill was not driving fast enough so I put my hand to his right foot.
When we arrived at the hospital I asked the one question we all do "How is my brother doing?" The nurse looked at me and said "which one?". Here the ambulance had picked up Barry because he was having trouble breathing and his vitals were not good. And then Dean being paralized needed to be shipped to Rochester to Saint Mary's.
Where do I go? Do I go with Dean to St. Mary's or stay with Barry?
Well Dean (age 16) answered that question for me. He said "Shelly, I need you to stay with Barry. I will be fine. I may never walk again, but I will be able to live a good life and help take care of Chad (Barry's 2 year old son). Please stay here and pray for him.
Barry passed away a month later. when we told Dean that he was gone, he stated that he felt relieve and that now he could really start on his own recovery. He was in the hospital for 13 months and I was with him every single day. Not only for myself, but I knew that Barry would want this also. during that time I found out that I was going to be a mother. Dean, being the great brother that he has always been asked if he could be the godfather. I told him if he worked hard and proved to me that he was capable, he sure could. 3 months after telling him that his physical therapist told me that Dean did in 3 months what most finish in a year.
We mourn the loss of Barry each and every day, but we know in our hearts that he is here for us and that life needs to be cherished. My nephew is now a county deputy with a baby on the way. My father was in law enforcement and that is what Barry had wanted chad to be.
Rest in peace Barry. And may you know that we are loving everyone that you loved and more. Love you Bro!!!
On July 19th of 1985, my younger brother was paralized on an island on the Mississippi River. He was swinging out on a rope and a knot caught him between the leg and flipped him backwards. He broke his neck. Like a bobber floating down the river, his friends noticed something was wrong. They brought him to shore, laid him down on the sand and packed him tight. One went to get a nurse that was on the other island across the river and another went to get help in town. when the fire department got back into town with him on the boat, the ambulance was not there. They waited about 5 minutes and then transported him by the back of a truck to the hospital.
At the time i was working at a small cafe in Kellogg, MN. My now husband, Bill, showed up and told me that we needed to get to the hospital fast that something happened to Dean and they thought he was paralized. We had a 15 mile ride that was from hell. I felt that Bill was not driving fast enough so I put my hand to his right foot.
When we arrived at the hospital I asked the one question we all do "How is my brother doing?" The nurse looked at me and said "which one?". Here the ambulance had picked up Barry because he was having trouble breathing and his vitals were not good. And then Dean being paralized needed to be shipped to Rochester to Saint Mary's.
Where do I go? Do I go with Dean to St. Mary's or stay with Barry?
Well Dean (age 16) answered that question for me. He said "Shelly, I need you to stay with Barry. I will be fine. I may never walk again, but I will be able to live a good life and help take care of Chad (Barry's 2 year old son). Please stay here and pray for him.
Barry passed away a month later. when we told Dean that he was gone, he stated that he felt relieve and that now he could really start on his own recovery. He was in the hospital for 13 months and I was with him every single day. Not only for myself, but I knew that Barry would want this also. during that time I found out that I was going to be a mother. Dean, being the great brother that he has always been asked if he could be the godfather. I told him if he worked hard and proved to me that he was capable, he sure could. 3 months after telling him that his physical therapist told me that Dean did in 3 months what most finish in a year.
We mourn the loss of Barry each and every day, but we know in our hearts that he is here for us and that life needs to be cherished. My nephew is now a county deputy with a baby on the way. My father was in law enforcement and that is what Barry had wanted chad to be.
Rest in peace Barry. And may you know that we are loving everyone that you loved and more. Love you Bro!!!
I have a 9 year old daughter and a 14 year old boy, they keep me in line. I couldnt imagine life without them. Some of the posts lately really make think that the deer are pretty meanial. If one of us grew the most impressive buck ever, it wouldnt really matter, if you or someone you love was diagnosed with something terrible or was in a bad accident. I know there is nothing I can say to comfort the family of Sammy but they will be in our thoughts and prayers.
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How right you are Darren....the Lord has blessed me with one little boy 11 years old.......I am so grateful to have been given him and to be his earthly father. Our LORD is awesome!!Be grateful for the things you have not bitter over the things you don't.....Find peace in our Lord and Saviour and don't succum to the Devils tepmtations (he knows each and everyones weakness). Finailly ...LOVE with all your heart and Soul......your family, your neighbors and yes sometimes even your enemy.........
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S L O W D A N C E:
Have you ever watched kids
on a merry-go-round
Or listened to the rain
slapping on the ground?
Ever followed a butterfly's erratic
flight
Or gazed at the sun into the fading
night?
You better slow down
Don't dance so fast
Time is short
The music won't last
Do you run through each day on the
fly
When you ask "How are you?"
do you hear the reply?
When the day is done,
do you lie in your bed
With the next hundred chores
running through your head?
You'd better slow down
Don't dance so fast
Time is short
The music won't last
Ever told your child,
We'll do it tomorrow
And in your haste, not see his
sorrow?
Ever lost touch,
Let a good friendship die
'Cause you never had time
to call and say "Hi"?
You'd better slow down
Don't dance so fast
Time is short
The music won't last When you run so fast to get somewhere
You miss half the fun of getting
there.
When you worry and hurry through your
day,
It is like an unopened gift....
Thrown away...
Life is not a race.
Do take it slower
Hear the music
Before the song is over.
Have you ever watched kids
on a merry-go-round
Or listened to the rain
slapping on the ground?
Ever followed a butterfly's erratic
flight
Or gazed at the sun into the fading
night?
You better slow down
Don't dance so fast
Time is short
The music won't last
Do you run through each day on the
fly
When you ask "How are you?"
do you hear the reply?
When the day is done,
do you lie in your bed
With the next hundred chores
running through your head?
You'd better slow down
Don't dance so fast
Time is short
The music won't last
Ever told your child,
We'll do it tomorrow
And in your haste, not see his
sorrow?
Ever lost touch,
Let a good friendship die
'Cause you never had time
to call and say "Hi"?
You'd better slow down
Don't dance so fast
Time is short
The music won't last When you run so fast to get somewhere
You miss half the fun of getting
there.
When you worry and hurry through your
day,
It is like an unopened gift....
Thrown away...
Life is not a race.
Do take it slower
Hear the music
Before the song is over.
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A little girl had been shopping with her Mom in Wal-Mart. She must have been 6 years old, this beautiful red haired, freckle faced image of innocence. It was pouring outside. The kind of rain that gushes over the top of rain gutters, so much in a hurry to hit the earth it has no time to flow down the spout. We all stood there under the awning, and just outside the door of the Wal-Mart.
We waited, some patiently, others irritated because nature messed up their hurried day. I am always mesmerized by rainfall. I got lost in the sound and sight of the heavens washing away the dirt and dust of the world. Memories of running, splashing so carefree as a child came pouring in as a welcome reprieve from the worries of my day. The little voice was so sweet as it broke the hypnotic trance in which we were all caught.
"Mom, let's run through the rain," she said.
"What?" Mom asked.
"Let 's run through the rain!" She repeated.
"No, honey. We'll wait until it slows down a bit," Mom replied.
This young child waited about another minute and repeated: "Mom, let's run through the rain."
"We'll get soaked if we do," Mom said.
"Don't you remember? When you were talking to Daddy about his cancer, you said, 'If God can get us through this, he can get us through anything!’"
The entire crowd stopped dead silent. I promise, you couldn't hear
anything but the rain. We all stood silently. No one came or left in the next few minutes.
Mom paused and thought for a moment about what she would say. Now some
would laugh it off and scold her for being silly. Some might even ignore what was said. But this was a moment of affirmation in a young child's' life; a time when innocent trust could be nurtured so that it would bloom into faith.
"Honey, you are absolutely right. Let's run through the rain. If GOD let's us get wet, well maybe we just needed washing," Mom said.
Then off they ran. We all stood watching, smiling, and laughing as they darted past the cars and yes, through the puddles. They held their shopping bags over their heads just in case. They got soaked, but they were followed by a few who screamed and laughed like children all the way to their cars.
And yes, I did. I ran. I got wet. I needed washing.
There have been times in my life when I have been like the onlookers in the story, standing under the awning trying not to get wet, perhaps trying not to be touched by what they see in front of them. Something then happens, an Aaa-Ha, if you like, that changes everything and calls me to respond. The little girl's absolute faith in what her mother had told her about God's ability to take them through anything speaks to me and my own faith and says, “Pastor Ian, You are at this moment exactly where God wants you to be."
That little girl was exactly where she wanted to be at that moment. She wanted to be running in the rain, living that EXACT moment in her life and trusting in her mom that all of the other things in her life were being taken care of, either by mom or dad or by God.
When we are faced with illness, pain or grief we sometimes struggle to find words to express ourselves, and wonder how we will get through the next day or week or month. We do not want to accept we have lost control, and even less, believe that our lot is to be right where we are. We trouble ourselves even more with the unanswerable "what, why," and "how" questions to little or no avail. Ultimately, we will only obtain relief when we accept what has or is happening, try to make the best of it, and move on with our life, allowing time to be our friend and healer.
The mom in the story tried to put off the moment when she would throw off her inhibitions and, just like her daughter, accept life in the rain. She tried to delay the inevitable until finally she had no other option than to say: “If GOD let's us get wet, well maybe we just needed washing."
There are times in all our lives, whether we like it or not, when we will get wet. One of our most difficult lessons is accepting the loss and discomfort, and finding ways to move on. Why not be like the little girl: Let go and let God.
We waited, some patiently, others irritated because nature messed up their hurried day. I am always mesmerized by rainfall. I got lost in the sound and sight of the heavens washing away the dirt and dust of the world. Memories of running, splashing so carefree as a child came pouring in as a welcome reprieve from the worries of my day. The little voice was so sweet as it broke the hypnotic trance in which we were all caught.
"Mom, let's run through the rain," she said.
"What?" Mom asked.
"Let 's run through the rain!" She repeated.
"No, honey. We'll wait until it slows down a bit," Mom replied.
This young child waited about another minute and repeated: "Mom, let's run through the rain."
"We'll get soaked if we do," Mom said.
"Don't you remember? When you were talking to Daddy about his cancer, you said, 'If God can get us through this, he can get us through anything!’"
The entire crowd stopped dead silent. I promise, you couldn't hear
anything but the rain. We all stood silently. No one came or left in the next few minutes.
Mom paused and thought for a moment about what she would say. Now some
would laugh it off and scold her for being silly. Some might even ignore what was said. But this was a moment of affirmation in a young child's' life; a time when innocent trust could be nurtured so that it would bloom into faith.
"Honey, you are absolutely right. Let's run through the rain. If GOD let's us get wet, well maybe we just needed washing," Mom said.
Then off they ran. We all stood watching, smiling, and laughing as they darted past the cars and yes, through the puddles. They held their shopping bags over their heads just in case. They got soaked, but they were followed by a few who screamed and laughed like children all the way to their cars.
And yes, I did. I ran. I got wet. I needed washing.
There have been times in my life when I have been like the onlookers in the story, standing under the awning trying not to get wet, perhaps trying not to be touched by what they see in front of them. Something then happens, an Aaa-Ha, if you like, that changes everything and calls me to respond. The little girl's absolute faith in what her mother had told her about God's ability to take them through anything speaks to me and my own faith and says, “Pastor Ian, You are at this moment exactly where God wants you to be."
That little girl was exactly where she wanted to be at that moment. She wanted to be running in the rain, living that EXACT moment in her life and trusting in her mom that all of the other things in her life were being taken care of, either by mom or dad or by God.
When we are faced with illness, pain or grief we sometimes struggle to find words to express ourselves, and wonder how we will get through the next day or week or month. We do not want to accept we have lost control, and even less, believe that our lot is to be right where we are. We trouble ourselves even more with the unanswerable "what, why," and "how" questions to little or no avail. Ultimately, we will only obtain relief when we accept what has or is happening, try to make the best of it, and move on with our life, allowing time to be our friend and healer.
The mom in the story tried to put off the moment when she would throw off her inhibitions and, just like her daughter, accept life in the rain. She tried to delay the inevitable until finally she had no other option than to say: “If GOD let's us get wet, well maybe we just needed washing."
There are times in all our lives, whether we like it or not, when we will get wet. One of our most difficult lessons is accepting the loss and discomfort, and finding ways to move on. Why not be like the little girl: Let go and let God.
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Awesome BJ!!! Thanks for the good read! how is SAM?
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Tough times don't last. Tough people do!
Billiejo:
Do you know if Sam is a hunter or if he would like the experience? Could you check on that?
If so, Cougar Ridge would like to extend an offer for Sam and his parents to come hunt all expenses paid. We would cover airfare to and from, meals, lodging and let him harvest a buck!
I figured you'd be the perfect person to check with them on this. I don't know whether he is well enough at this time, but if he is in the near future we would love to have him!
Let me know!
Do you know if Sam is a hunter or if he would like the experience? Could you check on that?
If so, Cougar Ridge would like to extend an offer for Sam and his parents to come hunt all expenses paid. We would cover airfare to and from, meals, lodging and let him harvest a buck!
I figured you'd be the perfect person to check with them on this. I don't know whether he is well enough at this time, but if he is in the near future we would love to have him!
Let me know!
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Holly that is very thoughtful of you guys at Cougar Ridge. Its a great thing to see people in this industry step up to the plate to enhance the lives of others. 
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Words can't say enough.......Holly I surely hope he can take you up on that offer......how gracious of you at Cougar Ridge!! Your rewards are being prepared for you in heaven.....God Bless!!
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Holly...You all have already given so much...I can't Thank-You enough...
I will call Cindy and Mike And let them know of your offer...He is getting his leg amputated this week and his other one needs surgery at the same time so he may not be able to for some time but it may be good rehab before he goes in for chemo and surgery on his lungs then radiation for the tumor on his spine...It would definitely be nice for them to get away I am sure.
God Bless you all for being so caring and generous
I will call Cindy and Mike And let them know of your offer...He is getting his leg amputated this week and his other one needs surgery at the same time so he may not be able to for some time but it may be good rehab before he goes in for chemo and surgery on his lungs then radiation for the tumor on his spine...It would definitely be nice for them to get away I am sure.
God Bless you all for being so caring and generous
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PLEASE PRAY FOR SAM!!!
Wednesday, October 28, 2009 5:58 AM, EDT
Sam has a big day planned. He is going to a movie this afternoon with his sister and a new friend of theirs is taking them. Thanks Courtney....the kids are really looking forward to going out with you! Sam will receive a visit later today from his teacher, another friend classmate of his, and also a visit from some new family friends that want to be a support to Sam and our family. Their son Chase had Osteosarcoma as well and they ar reaching out to Sam. We truly appreciate this. It is so good for Sam to see survivors.....for him to see that people can beat this dreaded disease called cancer.
Our family handed out prayer rocks at our church fall event this past weekend. We asked people to put it in their pocket and to pray extra hard on Friday every time they felt the rock. I would encourage all of you to do the same if you would like. Here is a short poem that a friend wrote for us to help you remember:
There's a rock in my pocket
that serves as a reminder, you see,
to say a prayer for Sam,
for he is special to me.
Friday is an important day,
for he's got to have a difficult surgery,
so I will pray and ask the Lord above,
to be close to him and his family.
Thank you for standing in the gap for our family. We are feeling the support and it is helping us get through this week as we approach Friday. Sam has the best attitude right now and does not seem to be anxious at all about this surgery. We are praising God for this!! Expecting a miracle for our special boy and Praying always for him!
Wednesday, October 28, 2009 5:58 AM, EDT
Sam has a big day planned. He is going to a movie this afternoon with his sister and a new friend of theirs is taking them. Thanks Courtney....the kids are really looking forward to going out with you! Sam will receive a visit later today from his teacher, another friend classmate of his, and also a visit from some new family friends that want to be a support to Sam and our family. Their son Chase had Osteosarcoma as well and they ar reaching out to Sam. We truly appreciate this. It is so good for Sam to see survivors.....for him to see that people can beat this dreaded disease called cancer.
Our family handed out prayer rocks at our church fall event this past weekend. We asked people to put it in their pocket and to pray extra hard on Friday every time they felt the rock. I would encourage all of you to do the same if you would like. Here is a short poem that a friend wrote for us to help you remember:
There's a rock in my pocket
that serves as a reminder, you see,
to say a prayer for Sam,
for he is special to me.
Friday is an important day,
for he's got to have a difficult surgery,
so I will pray and ask the Lord above,
to be close to him and his family.
Thank you for standing in the gap for our family. We are feeling the support and it is helping us get through this week as we approach Friday. Sam has the best attitude right now and does not seem to be anxious at all about this surgery. We are praising God for this!! Expecting a miracle for our special boy and Praying always for him!
We continue to pray for Sam and will as long as we need to.
It was actually David who suggested I get ahold of you with the offer for Sam's family to come hunt while we were trying to figure out what else we could do to help.
It's ironic.... my daughter was diagnosed with the H1n1 (swine) flu and I couldn't help but be thankful. Thankful that she isn't facing what this poor little boy is. And now as she is finally recovered, I can feel that I am starting to get it. I need prayer as we are scheduled to AI tomorrow night!
You can just let Sam's family know about the offer and it is open-ended to be filled whenever Sam is feeling well enough to come!
It was actually David who suggested I get ahold of you with the offer for Sam's family to come hunt while we were trying to figure out what else we could do to help.
It's ironic.... my daughter was diagnosed with the H1n1 (swine) flu and I couldn't help but be thankful. Thankful that she isn't facing what this poor little boy is. And now as she is finally recovered, I can feel that I am starting to get it. I need prayer as we are scheduled to AI tomorrow night!
You can just let Sam's family know about the offer and it is open-ended to be filled whenever Sam is feeling well enough to come!