My life story … (no more)

No, I am not getting my legs extended, … I am however getting a jump on my New Years Resolutions!

About a week ago, I was at an ‘all-staff’ meeting listening to Dr. Isaac Jones give a wake-up call to us who are not taking adequate care of ourselves, yep … he was talking directly to ME!  While I have a few challenges as a result of a prior medical condition that affects my metabolism, clearly I am out of shape. I actually ran out of breath walking in the airport a mere week ago and friends, that has never happened before. I’ve always prided myself on being able to walk as fast or as long as about anyone. So what is my plan, … immediately I gave up sugar by way of desserts of any kind. I’m also slowing down my intake of white flour with an exception being made for the occasional pizza dinner which I love. Lastly, exercise! I am going to walk a lot more each day and build up a sweat in order to extend my days to care for my family and not require that they end up having to care for me.

So here I am putting it ALL out there for everyone to know and encourage me as I move along … I actually topped the scale at an embarrassing 199.8 pounds, and no I’m not going to round it up!!! I spent the majority of my life as an adult man at 135lbs and then evolved to around 150lbs as my top out weight. My goal … lose 25lbs 1st quarter, and another 25lbs by the ‘end’ of the 3rd quarter 2010. Last quarter to hold and never get this out of shape again.

I don’t drink sodas, don’t indulge in restaurant sweets but love chocolate ice cream , Tootsie Rolls, and ‘home made’ Toll-House Cookies. These are no longer on my ‘can do’ list. I’d love to join RDV, … maybe by 2011 in this economy. I’ll walk, ride my bike and change …! Yes, I can do it!

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Papa said to let everybody know that Nana is home. That’s the good news … The bad news is I still have to go to bed at 8:30. I need some intercessory prayer I’m a big way.

Anyway, pain is under control and Nana said to tell everybody thanks for your prayers.

Papa said he would have a fresh thought on his new blog at http://johnlitton.com in the morning.

See ya later!

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My sister just asked that we pray for her son, Keanus best bud Zack.

He was just rushed to Ann a
Arbor to the U of MI hosp by ambulance. He has neuroblastoma and has been fighting for 3 years now. It has spread to his brain they removed some of it and he has been receiving chemo and radiation but the tumor is still growing. He is not doing well seizures,confusion etc.

He needs a Christmas miracle

Join us please, right now.

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While Cheryl’s surgery went extremely well with no complications specific to the procedure, we are now forced to deal with the aftermath in dealing with MS related symptoms.

This morning Cheryl was in great pain as her system is beginning to deal with the pain management requiring a lot of medication. This is considered typical given her condition and past history. Essentially, she is experiencing complications resulting from MS associated pathways stimulated through the surgery. As a result, the brain becomes over stimulated, maintains fluids, has what can be determined as a ‘short-circuit’ in how certain functions are handled and the result is a migraine headache of magnitude proportions. Now many might think … “oh a migraine, … I’ve had a migraine …” but, I’m here to tell you that brain waves and cat-scans don’t lie. She is going through a rough period today and tonight that I would not wish on anyone. The good news is that it shall pass. The bad news is we don’t know when. Could be a day, two, three … it has been as long as five in the past after another procedure she had about five years ago, also in December and right before Christmas.

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2 Timothy 1:7  ”⁷ For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline.”

I was awakened around 1am by the cries of my wife Cheryl who was in severe pain in her abdominal area. This woman has a very high tolerance for pain so when she says “call an ambulance” … you know it’s pretty bad.

Typical Saturday night at Florida Hospital, Apopka. Many people being treated with emergencies and we were forced to wait many hours until finally seen by a physician. After all blood work and a cat-scan which took three hours to complete in order to allow echoing agent to be processed, she was diagnosed with acute and severe appendicitis.

In a normal bodied person, the infection by such a diagnosis can usually be easily controlled. However, as Cheryl has MS and is currently on a form of ‘nuclear radiation injections’ much like the same medication one is given for leukemia, she is not able to fight infection and it even low levels can be toxic (deadly) for her.

Here is where the “miracles” begin, … just three nights ago Cheryl was called to assist her best friend in handling his 12 year old Chow “Fancy”,  and friend to be put down. It was very hard Continue Reading…

My son-in-law, a cast member with Disney, graced us with access to EPCOT today and tonight to enjoy the Christmas programs. I’ll tell you this, the name ‘Jesus’ was EVERYWHERE … in stories, song, and clearly in many peoples hearts. Each country presented their traditions and many (like Mexico) offered theirs for ‘The Three Kings.’ But the best, the most wonderful part of the time here today was the “EPCOT Candlelight Processional 2009″ … Disney, you made us Christians very, very proud … thanks! This night, Andy Garcia, surrounded by hundreds of choir members, cast ensemble and musicians … presented the biblical story of the birth of Jesus. Further, they provided that no other person who has ever walked this earth has had the influence such as He. I was so taken by the majesty and presentation that I was brought to tears a number of times through the presentation by music and scriptural readings.

A lifelong Florida resident, this was the first time I’d seen this particular presentation which is offered each year. I tell you this, I’ll not miss another.

EPCOT Candlelight Processional 2010 is already on my calendar for next year!