Mariners Hospital, in Tavernier FL, sponsored a 5 and 10K walk/run last Saturday to benefit the nurses with ongoing, life-giving education and state-of-the-art equipment. As a nurse, I recognize the importance of keeping up with the many positive advances happening in health care. The participants of this small community came together to support local health […]
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Sasha’s mom Judith, felt panic when several neurosurgeons broke the news that her 12-year-old daughter Sasha was in grave physical danger. An arteriogram of the brain highlighted 3 aneurysms and 1 Arterio-Venous Malformation or AVM. If surgery was chosen as treatment of choice, Sasha could require physical, occupational and speech therapy to recover. Possible loss
La Judith la madre de Sasha sintió pánico cuando varios neurocirujanos revelaron la noticia que su hija Sasha de tan solo 12 anos de edad estaba en grave peligro físico. Un arteriograma del cerebro muestra 3 aneurisma y una Malformación Arterial o AVM. Si la cirugía fuese escogida como una opción de tratamiento, Sasha hubiese
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Several months ago, our friend Jerry was diagnosed with a rare form of sarcoma that has been resistant to radiation and chemo. Because it has spread, surgery is not an option. Experimental drug trials are the next step. But the best step is for you to be praying for Jerry. He’s a follower of Jesus
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In the inspiring coliseum battle scene of the movie “Gladiator”, Maximus gives wise instructions to fellow warriors. “We will have a better chance of survival if we work together. Stay together. Stay close. Come together. Lock shields. As one.” On foot, with minimal armor, they overcome the well-armored chariot fighters by following the directions of
I’ve experienced pain. Headaches triggered through relational conflict, neck/back pain prompted by worried thoughts, and digestive distress initiated by fear. I say to myself, “Those people are messed up. Probably slept too long in the wrong position. Must be something I ate.” I’m learning to dig deeper to discover the real cause. The hard work
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I knew my digestive system was going to tell me it wasn’t happy with the cheesy lasagna and cream cheese frosting carrot cake. I managed to say no to the white bread and included lots of the fresh green salad served at the fabulous women’s event. I just happen to have a gallbladder that loves
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The study was done and the evidence conclusive. In the early 1960’s, heart disease in the community of Roseto, PA was almost non-existent. Researchers converged on the town studying each person. Blood samples were collected, interviews done, social and religious patterns observed and dietary habits noted. Despite high cholesterol diets, toxic fumes inhaled while working
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In the midst of a major hurricane, human suffering and a fun family trip to Wisconsin, my focus became skewed. Some distractions were greatly enjoyed and restfully needed. Others tempted me to take responsibility for fixing. Getting out of my lane of responsibility disturbed my sleep, stole my focus and threatened an otherwise hopeful attitude
“Come look at the magic flowers!” I hurried to the palm tree bearing the blooming orchids as well as little red flowers decorating the trunk of the tree. I responded with a wide smile, “Beautiful, but why are they magic?” “Because they’re pretty and they make you smile,” said the little girl with an impish
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Lilly’s 6-year-old body shook as tears rolled down her cheeks and a muffled cry escaped her lips. Morgan, the first grade teacher, had been explaining the word choices and the possible outcome of both good and bad choices. Sarah, the child beside Lilly, embraced her. Morgan bent down looking into Lilly’s eyes and asked, “What’s
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Without an identity anchored in unconditional love, both young and old can be insecure, self-focused and sometimes angry. I saw it in Braden’s eyes when I asked,“Do you know God loves you?” “I was baptized Catholic, does that count?” replied Braden, barely old enough to have fuzz on his chin. “So, do you talk to
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