Ron – September 7, 1941 – April 5, 2010

Ron’s voyage delivered him to his final destination tonight. I know he is in good hands and will be waiting for the rest of us to join him. Until then, we will miss you, Ron!

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March 25, 2010

All the physical problems that we have been struggling with for the last weeks or so were gone this morning. Surprised? Not me. It’s time for a change. Newly tossed in the hat is the results of the new x-rays. They reveal an increase in tumor activity in the lungs. The RNP (Alice) said it Is time for immediate action. She offered me a choice of two Oncologists from which I chose the closest one. She made an Emergency appointment for today so that we could get going immediately with treatment. I should not worry at the medications because the new doctor will change everything up. I see a minor problem. Satan has taken the ball into his court. That is not where the game ball belongs.(I have to take a break to see the new doc. I’ll finish this later). New doc seems to be a nice man. He suggested starting chemotherapy immediately for the growth in my liver. (liver?). I declined the chemo asking for enough time to make a more informed decision. He gave me info on a pill that can help in lieu of chemo and set up appointment(s) in Aprll to proceed if that is what I want to do. I appreciate that. and will seeks God’s will in making decisions. It is now that I need prayer for God’s guidance. I think that I should have a Christian doctor that believes in alternative treatment for cancer and am asking  for help in finding such a doctor that is   willing to treat me. Yes, I will consider relocating. I’m having a cup of coffee (first in four months) in an attempt to maintain mental clarity to complete this post before retiring.
Please join with me in prayer for God’s guidance in making decisions in this critical hour of need.

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March 18th, 2010

In your body’s duties to maintain itself and provided it’s normal maintenance tasks, a little know fact that most people do not know and probably do not care to know is that toxins amass in your body and stay there for ever until they are expelled. Many stay for decades. As you strive to clean up in order to detoxify, as in the case of fasting or juicing, these toxins come out of every pore in your body. To me, they feel like little ice crystals. My eyes, ears, nose, lips, tongue, underarms and everywhere else is coated with itchy little crystals. One’s derriere is a great collector for large volumes of these crystals into which one sits most of the day. I mention this because it is one of the unmentioned annoyances in your body’s normal tasks and one that is normally not discussed. Shower every day? Imperative! As the toxins are expelled, your NK (natural killer) cells can then attack the weak, sick and damaged cells on their way to consuming those cells that are not behaving properly (ie:cancer or tumors). It has been God’s plan all along but man has changed diet and lifestyle so much that it takes a strong effort to get back to where one’s body can do it’s job. I’m working on mine. You may have more time to plan. Think about it.

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Mar 12th, 2010

During the few days that I have been here, I have had the occasion to meet and listen to one of the best motivational speakers I have ever heard. His name is Ken and he teaches sound business practices to Muslim business people in Africa. He brings in professional speakers that teach business, motivation and, even English to assist locals build their businesses. I have heard Ken speak several times and it has always been interesting and motivating.

While one of the main reasons for this vacation was to go fishing, that was not the only one. I’m also here for family, fellowship and to seek God’s will. Because of Ken’s inspiration, I have a renewed strength and  more determined purpose with which to direct my life’s effort.

As Ken concluded his evening’s story no one applauded. No one left. Everyone sat, seemingly waiting for more. It was the same the next night. Tears were welled up in every face (including mine and Ken’s). My time spent in Florida was a most enjoyable one with my loving family and a good close church group, and even a day of fishing. But what I take home from here is how much one man can be used by God to reach out into the world to touch people’s lives right where they are. I will keep in touch with Ken and his work during the future and hope that one day our paths will cross again. I earnestly pray for that.

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Mar 12th, 2010


This morning I woke to massively swollen legs and ankles. First time I have encountered this. I asked Gabe to call the doctor to see if I could get a prescription for relief. They will call back. After hours of inactivity, I started calling long distance to the doctor’s office. Finally, someone got tired of my bothering them and offered their solution: go to a walk in clinic in Florida. Too bad that by now the clinics are closed for the day (or the weekend). In the morning I showed up early to be the fourteenth patient in line. Yes, they would treat me BUT it would be $95.00 cash up front and none of that funky California medical payments. The doctor couldn’t give me a diuretic with out knowing what is causing the fluid build-up. That would take a chest xray, an EKG, and some blood work. Maybe a few days in the hospital is in order. My son, Nick gave me a couple of water pills and I dropped the water readily. I’m going to the doctor’s office tomorrow morning to see a nurse as the doctor is too busy. I wonder if I will get relief. While I’m there, I’ll ask for the thyroid test they offered last month and forgot. I’m extremely low on energy. I’ll ask if there is a way to boost energy without feeding the cancer. Perhaps I should be consulting with a doctor that is more knowledgeable of alternative medication for brain cancer. What do you think?

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Mar 9, 2010

Well, we got a pretty day. It reached seventy three degrees as forecast. The winds were calm and the sea was flat. So we went fishing and and had a great time. The plan was to go to the entrance to Alligator Creek and sneak along the mangrove toward the south and explore for redfish. That’s where they live. We didn’t find Alligator Creek. It is a big harbor. Hence, no redfish stalking. Ok then we went to the artificial reef where there are always ample fish. After an hour, Godfried landed an eighteen inch sheepshead. It was a nice fish. He claims that it is the biggest fish he has ever caught.
We started working our way back toward the house. We cruised up to the #2 main channel marker, fished for a while, and then eased off to the west toward our channel. When we got to where our channel marker should be, it wasn’t there. It’s a big harbor. So we cruised around and discovered that  pretty much all mangroves look alike. We darted around  checking out channel markers for some sort of a clue as to where we might be. Like I said, it’s a big harbor. We finally hailed a friendly boater who did not know where Lewis Creek was nor where we were. We hailed yet another friendly group of boaters who were just as knowledgeable. They suggested that we go to the Freeway bridge over the Peace River and start from there. I wasn’t going for that. One thing that is hard to miss in this Big harbor are the red buildings on the north shore of Punta Gorda. We have  a house there. That’s where I’ll get my bearings. Due west from that north shore is about where Jimmy lives. He has a GPS, and he knows this harbor. A mad dash was made toward Jim’s. Coincidentally, the channel to Jim’s neighborhood and the channels to Lewis Creek are the same one. In a few minutes, we were in the proper channel just minutes from home. Oh! It’s not that big a harbor at all, is it? We cleaned, cooked and ate the sheepshead. All in all, an excellent day on the water.

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Mar 5, 2010

Our flight was routine and we arrived on schedule. Our visit has been warm but the weather has been cold. It is 40 degrees currently. Boating and fishing at this temperature is not fun. Today will warm up to mid sixties and some outside activity may begin to occur. We have fishing gear assembled and bait on hand anxious for the weather to allow for human participation.

Tonight, Dee and Ray host a missionary pot luck dinner for about fourteen guests.I’m sure there will be some good food served. Personally, I feel very good physically and better spiritually. I’m not running and jumping but I am getting around pretty well. I just read of new laser treatment to minimize or eliminate brain tumors at the Cleveland clinic in Ohio. I will look into this procedure and see if I might quality to become part of this new therapy. I have no doctors appointments for three weeks so medical updates will not be forthcoming soon.

May the peace of God be with you and you walk hand in and with Jesus.

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Feb 25, 2010

With my break in doctor visits, I will have very little medical updates to share with you. My hair did, in deed, start falling out today so it will be shaved by tomorrow (just the top of my head). I fly on Tuesday to Florida where I will keep in touch with you but, hopefully, in a different light. I expect my posts to be full of merriment, joy, fellowship, happiness and adventure. Pictures will be posted to the blog as deemed appropriate. The only sense of sadness should come from the look on Sam’s  face when I pull in the big one right in front of him. I am eagerly anticipating good Christian fellowship with lots of prayer, praise and worship. I think I’ll be in the right place for that. I plan to celebrate life and bathe in the Glory of God’s love. Take the lack of communication as all good news. Walk in His footprints. Peace.

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Feb 24, 2010

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I saw Dr Grubb on schedule yesterday. The meeting was mostly a discussion on my conditions and feelings. There were no disclosures, tests or estimates. While it was a pleasant interchange, it left me a little empty. I did get permission to fly. In fact, the Doctor thought that it was a good idea to get away and relax with family. He asked if I was coming back.

I have appointments with the radiology doctor and Dr Grubb right after I get back from my trip. Then they will attempt to determine if treatment has done any good and/or if they should do something else. So, unless an unexpected evert occurs, I will be free from doctors for three weeks. That leaves friends, family and fishing (in God’s care, of course). I am looking foreward to meeting the small group next week- I’ll be in too late for this week. Lift off is just four days away and I’m getting anxious

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Feb 21, 2010

So far, today has stated out to be a very interesting day. I slept relatively well and got up feeling better than usual-A little chipper, even. While setting out my tomato seedlings, my slippers skidded on the wiper outside my door and I went down to my knees pretty hard. No damage.
Gabe (my daughter) wished me a good morning and I responded that I did not care about the gloomy weather because I had sunshine in my heart.
I maintain a job board on my wall to help me keep busy and accomplish those item that need to be completed. It works really well. Support Brian and Amber came up on top so I proceded in that endeavor. I have been wanting to do this for quite a while but it never was important enough to me to take action on it. I did eventually complete the task but it was the most difficult Internet transaction I have ever persevered through. I’m glad that I completed this chore because God has been encouraging me to bring my actions into obedience with His will.
I got to church a couple of minutes late but went in to the sanctuary dancing and praising God. As I took my place in the congregation, standing for praise and worship, I broke out in tears. I was so full of joy that I could not control the rainfall on my face. I had to go to the lavatory and wash my face and load up on paper towels. No. I do not normally cry. This is a first for me.
The sermon was on anger, with which I have been struggling.
The rest of the day will be with family as my grandson, Gary. is bringing his new wife to meet the family. Oh boy, has the house cleaning been going on.

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