Hi Folks, it's "Mikey Monday", my turn to share from a different perspective. When I recently returned from deployment, Nikki and I discussed the idea of taking on some service projects. We brainstormed some ideas and came up with everything from meals on wheels to using a lemonade stand to raise money for a "worthy cause." We discussed and prayed asking the Lord, what do you want us to do with our time.....and then Nikki was diagnosed with breast cancer. Suffice to say, we thought we had a better idea with the lemonade stand. You know, that's just how God works. You dont always get to choose how to serve him, sometimes he lays it right in front of you, but watch out, you may not like what it is. Nikki and I dont know WHY this happened or WHAT will result, nor do we know WHO wiill be touched be this experienced. We especially don't know WHERE this trial will take us. But one thing we are certain of is that WHEN we seek his comfort in these times He is always faithfful. And by the way, we're still planning on having a lemonade stand. :)
Here's what I know God is good Even Gluten free chocolate chip cookies are amazing (must be the butter, sugar, and chocolate) Here's what I don't know Still waiting on genetic test results and a date for MRI Here's what I learned Waiting is harder than I thought it would be; its a dull but constant stressor I am thankful for: My boss at work giving me the time needed to help at home Family/Friends sharing their personal health stories Ofshore winds, chest high waves and a wife that lets me surf :) Praises Great doctors and medical providers; a former KCC member who works off island has also offered help in this process The property manager and plummer were able to fix the sewer pipe #no_more_giant_hole_in_the_ground Prayer Requests Waiting is more difficult than we thought; pray that negative thoughts leave our brains Patience with the kiddos (we're shorter than usual) We don't lose sight in God and start trusting in our ability to "handle this" What I am Reading Leviticus- working my way thru the Bible "Breast Cancer Husband" What You Can Do For Me Men- take the time today to tell your wife how awesome she is; Do a lemonade stand this month and raise money for Breast Cancer research What Makes today "normal" The Uyboco band- Dad on guitar, Allie on piano, Daniel on the recorder (ok so we were a little of key) Tom Brady won another Super Bowl #he's_still_a_cheater Shout Out Mum sent out an amazing care package Aloha For those of you going thru a storm in life, no matter how big or small, check out the song by Casting Crowns "Praise you in the Storms". IT is our hope that this blog will be a source of comfort for you! Much aloha~ Mike
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Diane
2/7/2017 09:44:42 am
I'm with you there on the "waiting". Love your description. We're continuing to pray for all of you as are small group.
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Teresa
2/7/2017 11:18:47 pm
What a blessing to hear your heart Mike. We are standing with you guys, and encouraged by your trust & faith.
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Laura
2/9/2017 08:02:18 am
Good to hear your thoughts Mike. Have loved that Casting Crowns song for years. Also love your #hashtags.
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ADAM
2/11/2017 08:51:56 pm
Thank you for writing Mike! You are very engaging and I love hearing you perspective.
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