This is one of my longest and best friends.

He has been dedicated to serving others, both as a missionary, in Mexico and South America, and here in Canada, where he helped me to turn my life around 8 years ago when I battled some personal demons. This part of his life is not related to his spiritual beliefs as a missionary, but only as a caring human being, and I was fortunate to run into him here after growing up in the same city 20+years ago.

He has survived being captured and getting almost fatally wounded (laceration to the neck, fill in the blanks) 4 years ago doing peaceful work.
I don't know if it helps, but it sure can't hurt if you would like to think good thoughts and pray for a selfless human being ... who won't even admit much but..I see it in his eyes.

I think others here who would like support or guidance in times of pain should feel free to post here whenever they want, or start their own thread.

I met pete61uk in a post like this for his friends, and I am forever grateful to have been able to lend morale support, and get a friend out of the deal.

Let's help each other, and at the same time, make this tiny corner of the internet stand for triumph.

Thank you all.

Mikmik, being able to post what was an intimate "in-memoriam" for my friend allowed me an outlet to publicly express grief when I was at my most vulnerable. I had not anticipated any replies at all, let alone those I recieved.

As for my friends wife, Tracy, the knowledge that this had resulted in her being in the thoughts of complete strangers at her time of greatest need was both a strange and humbling experience for me and, when she read the print-outs of the messages of support, you could see there was an (albeit brief) lightening of her load.

Although they could not remove her pain - only time and the on-going support of her friends can do that - I do know that the expressions of compassion therein helped greatly.

Mikmik, we few have sparred, joked, and shared our deepest held beliefs, holding ourselves up for public ridicule throughout these many pages, there cannot but develop a growing appreciation of the distinct personalities involved, of their unique characteristics, sense of values and honour.

As with many here; I have come to consider you as a friend, and have a great deal of respect for your intellect, values and your seemingly boundless capacity for compassion; you are always in our thoughts.

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Hi Mikmik

Will be thinking of your friend. Why does it always seem to be the one's who do the most good that have to suffer the most.

Having lived through two family members with Cancer I will keep hoping that your friends will result will be like that of my mother who has now been cancer free for 14 years.

Let him know that there are people out there who are thinking of him and hoping for his safe and speedy recovery so that he can continue his good work on this earth

I, too, will be praying for your friend. We all need that from time to time. Whether you term it prayer or good thoughts or best wishes, it's all good.

LightBeam present in heart body and mind. I am with you. My embrace and my deep warmth to you...all.

A brief phrase that points out my mission in this lifetime:

"Sacred, holy. To put it in words, to write it down, that´s is walking on hollowed ground, but it is my duty: I am a missionary. So here it´s my confession it´s an obsession, I am a firm believer, and a warm reciever [...] So I will go down on my knees, this is religion there´s no doubt. I am one of the devoted:
Trying to sell the story of Love´s eternal glory."

- an extract of Sacred. (Depeche Mode)

I am thinking about your friend, Mik.

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Mikmik,

Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with both you and your friend. It sounds kind of trite, but being there for a friend is the greatest gift there is. Please let us know how he is doing, and let him know that there are people out here who care.

Carol

Mikmik,

I am sorry to hear that your friend has such a fight on his hands. Remember, it's not a "death sentence", but it will be a fight. He will need a lot of love and support and prayer. Mik, you are a good person and a good friend of mine. So any friend of yours is a friend of mine as well. I will keep him in my thoughts and prayers.

Sincerely,
Dennis

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THE PATH

The path God chooses for us is
Sometimes full of uncertainties
But as trying as it can be
We can walk it in victory
Not in our own strength but His

When the day succumbs to the night
Do not fear for He'll be your light
And when it seems all strength is gone
Friend, may you never be forlorn
May you never give up the fight

The Lord will always remain true
He'll never leave or forsake you
I pray, to Him you'll always look
And find directions in His Book
Your tired body will He renew

The path God chooses for us is
Sometimes filled with uncertainties
The Lord knows how rough it can be
Because He's been to Calvary
And He loves us because we're His

The path God chooses for us is
Sometimes full of uncertainties
But as trying as it can be
We can walk it in victory
Not in our own strength but His

(c) Jrsmusic

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You all make the day much brighter around here. I haven't been able to show my friend this yet, I saw him this morning, and he is happy with everyones presence. Funny, we got on seperate avenues for a while when he went to S.A., and then after being back for a year, a lot of friends were trying to get me to talk to 'Goerge', another old 'Fart' who was a computer geek. (We used to be just about as far away from geek as you can get, and by old, I mean comparitively, for new propellerheads.(and I mean ale, wclew!)

So, of course on day after hearing this about each other for at least 9 months, we'll, we played it a bit, pretend to be psychic and seem to know to much, just like old buds, but, ahem, "never having met before - "Oh, nice to finally meet you blah, etc LOL"

We are at opposing directions, I guess, in our beliefs, but we arrive at thesame view of what life is about for ourselves, the trek that Little Lightbeam is on. Spreading help, showing love, being caring and considerate, and acting totally silly and laughing until it hurts so much in your stomach muscles the next day.

I realized myself about 9 years ago, suddenly I wanted to make every second of time count, and never waste it on anger and judging.

Now I am with a man love as my own brother, and I want him to be okay so much, and I know it just seems unreal, you just still talk about important things, and still laugh the same, and then later cry so hard your stomach hurts the next day.

Thanks ERJS, and everyone, I will keep this up, but I hope I am not crying so hardnnext time, and wish we all were aware of how much each of us really means to each other.
We are all facing the battles in life, just at different times, but we have to remember to see each other as teammates and family who sometimes make mistakes, not adversaries trying to hurt anyone.

We are all trying to be good, we are all priceless.

Mikmik wrote:

........We are all facing the battles in life, just at different times, but we have to remember to see each other as teammates and family who sometimes make mistakes....

Someone some where in the other corner is crying. Yes, I can feel the painful moments and hear the cry too. In the same wibe, my proyer should reach, console and support the soul that seeks help, from the humans. Prayer is a very powerful tool. I allotted a full page on this subject, you can read it & pass it on to others. It is simply in ten steps to reach out, reach out to every corner of the universe. URL: http://www.trsiyengar.com/id48.htm

The entire universe is bound by onness, if HUMANITY stands first and last. Mike, we are surely bound to stand on this solid, solid behind every needy soul. My prayer should heal him, if not cure. The essense of Srivaishnavam is, "Sarve Janaas Sukhino Bhavanthu" meaning "let every soul on the earth live happilly". There is no caste, creed or race in the Prayer for human welfare.

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WAYNE WATSON is a Christian musician whose music has greatly inspired me. I was going through personal grief over a friend who was suffering of cancer. wayne's lyrics touched me greatly and this awesome musician even wrote me back 2 letters. He is my mentor. Here are the lyrics to his song HOME FREE.

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mikmik,

I want to reply to this thread because as a cancer survivor myself (1986)I know the value of prayer and support from caring others that are not even close to you.

At times like these, when there is so much turmoil in the world it gives us a feeling of peace to be able to pray and think of someone in need. Your friend will be in our prayers for a speedy surgery date and a successful outcome for his well being and continued health. May he be able to continue his good deeds for many more years.

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We've discussed in the past right here in the Break Room what the Internet CAN be - and I think this thread is a meaningful example of that.

I've made this a sticky topic and I hope it will continue to provide support, comfort, help and advice for all WebProWorld members in times of need.

Please don't let this discussion die out, as it is very touching and I am sure it could be valuable for those of us who feel trapped or overwhelmed by the struggles of life.

Sometimes just knowing that someone else can relate or that a friend cares is enough to help you make it through the day.

Best wishes to all,

Brittany

I post very in frequently in this forum, but after reading the comments by other members within here I felt the need to pass on my best to your friend - it's amazing that you are strolling through life, and then something like this can hit you, and stop you in your tracks.

Cancer is a terrible disease, but more and more people are fighting, and living to tell the tale, to kids, and grandkids.

I am sure you have, but tell him to fight it, don't give up.

All the best,

Darren :)

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Grief from loss of our health, loved ones and the inescapable situations we face in life is like a form of medicine for our souls. Support is such a blessing. It helps us move into savouring the living vitality of connection when we are afraid to care and risk more pain from loss. My thoughts are with you too.

Kristi

It's always tough when fate hits you in this way. But one big mistake anyone can do is take it laying down. Trying to live a perfectly normal life and dismissing the illnes from one's mind can work wonders. Many people have gone through this and many have succesfully fought it by refusing to let it get them down.
Myself and my family all pray for a succesful outcome.

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I don't post regularly, but I do visit and "read" a lot and I know Mik you are well liked guy on this board. I will think good thoughts for your friend and whisper a prayer for him aswell.

Mik,

I just wanted to say that my heart goes out to you and your friend.

My Mum died of breast cancer when I was 23. I took care of her for many years before her death. I understand what both of you are feeling.

It is so important for you, and your friend, to be there as much as possible. If you friend knows your heart is always open to him he will reep the strength from you. Be there for him when he is well and not well, as a loving friend there is so much you can give him.

I understand how difficult this is for both of you and I wish you strength and him good health.

(((HUGS))

Jan

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Shall this open our hearts to love and enlightens our mind for reflection. Luv, Mik. Gi

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The Little Prince

Chapter 13
The fourth planet belonged to a businessman. This man was so much occupied that he did not even raise his head at the little prince's arrival.

"Good morning," the little prince said to him. "Your cigarette has gone out."

"Three and two make five. Five and seven make twelve. Twelve and three make fifteen. Good morning. FIfteen and seven make twenty-two. Twenty-two and six make twenty-eight. I haven't time to light it again. Twenty-six and five make thirty-one. Phew! Then that makes five-hundred-and-one million, six-hundred-twenty-two-thousand, seven-hundred-thirty-one."

"Five hundred million what?" asked the little prince.

"Eh? Are you still there? Five-hundred-and-one million--I can't stop . . . I have so much to do! I am concerned with matters of consequence. I don't amuse myself with balderdash. Two and five make seven . . ."

"Five-hundred-and-one million what?" repeated the little prince, who never in his life had let go of a question once he had asked it.

The businessman raised his head.

"During the fifty-four years that I have inhabited this planet, I have been disturbed only three times. The first time was twenty-two years ago, when some giddy goose fell from goodness knows where. He made the most frightful noise that resounded all over the place, and I made four mistakes in my addition. The second time, eleven years ago, I was disturbed by an attack of rheumatism. I don't get enough exercise. I have no time for loafing. The third time--well, this is it! I was saying, then, five-hundred-and-one millions--"

"Millions of what?"

The businessman suddenly realized that there was no hope of being left in peace until he answered this question.

"Millions of those little objects," he said, "which one sometimes sees in the sky."

"Flies?"

"Oh, no. Little glittering objects."

"Bees?"

"Oh, no. Little golden objects that set lazy men to idle dreaming. As for me, I am concerned with matters of consequence. There is no time for idle dreaming in my life."

"Ah! You mean the stars?"

"Yes, that's it. The stars."

"And what do you do with five-hundred millions of stars?"

"Five-hundred-and-one million, six-hundred-twenty-two thousand, seven-hundred-thirty-one. I am concerned with matters of consequence: I am accurate."

"And what do you do with these stars?"

"What do I do with them?"

"Yes."

"Nothing. I own them."

"You own the stars?"

"Yes."

"But I have already seen a king who--"

"Kings do not own, they reign over. It is a very different matter."

"And what good does it do you to own the stars?"

"It does me the good of making me rich."

"And what good does it do you to be rich?"

"It makes it possible for me to buy more stars, if any are discovered."

"This man," the little prince said to himself, "reasons a little like my poor tippler . . ."

Nevertheless, he still had some more questions.

"How is it possible for one to own the stars?"

"To whom do they belong?" the businessman retorted, peevishly.

"I don't know. To nobody."

"Then they belong to me, because I was the first person to think of it."

"Is that all that is necessary?"

"Certainly. When you find a diamond that belongs to nobody, it is yours. When you discover an island that belongs to nobody, it is yours. When you get an idea before any one else, you take out a patent on it: it is yours. So with me: I own the stars, because nobody else before me ever thought of owning them."

"Yes, that is true," said the little prince. "And what do you do with them?"

"I administer them," replied the businessman. "I count them and recount them. It is difficult. But I am a man who is naturally interested in matters of consequence."

The little prince was still not satisfied.

"If I owned a silk scarf," he said, "I could put it around my neck and take it away with me. If I owned a flower, I could pluck that flower and take it away with me. But you cannot pluck the stars from heaven . . ."

"No. But I can put them in the bank."

"Whatever does that mean?"

"That means that I write the number of my stars on a little paper. And then I put this paper in a drawer and lock it with a key."

"And that is all?"

"That is enough," said the businessman.

"It is entertaining," thought the little prince. "It is rather poetic. But it is of no great consequence."

On matters of consequence, the little prince had ideas which were very different from those of the grown-ups.

"I myself own a flower," he continued his conversation with the businessman, "which I water every day. I own three volcanoes, which I clean out every week (for I also clean out the one that is extinct; one never knows). It is of some use to my volcanoes, and it is of some use to my flower, that I own them. But you are of no use to the stars . . ."

The businessman opened his mouth, but he found nothing to say in answer. And the little prince went away.

"The grown-ups are certainly altogether extraordinary," he said simply, talking to himself as he continued on his journey.

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My father just completed 2 months of radiation therapy for his own bout with cancer, and things (**knock wood**) look good.

I remember how I felt the day he was diagnosed, I remember how I felt the day after his last treatment, when I exhaled for the first time in 3 months.

I wish you that same incredible lightness.

Hi, it is nice to know that we can take the time to help each other. I too had a cancer fight and survived and found out later there had been many silent prayers from aquaintances. It helps a lot. I too will send prayers to your friend.

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We are all rich bacause of what we have - including whatever time spent together, not poor because of some percieved lack of materials or time.

I am the richest man on earth.

Look at all my friends, who are also friends to another that they haven't even met.

Mikmik,

Please tell your friend he is not fighting alone with this desease. We all out here are with him. We do think about him, his pain and his agony during this period but do tell him, we also feel the same pain and agony when we think about the desease. this ain't gonna stop him or us to fight against the desease. He will be cured because he is a good person and because he has good friends like you and there are so many other ppl who pray for him.

He'll be in my prays. My God bless him.

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:( yikes... I hope he's getting well. I know how hard this is, as my mother and both of my sisters had all various kinds of cancer and have all come through this troublesome times... you need a lot of support and encouragement from your loved ones, and trust in your recovery.

Georg

Sending healing energies and thoughts across the pond for your friend, mikmik.

Whatever happens, he has already created a legacy that will continue to thrive so long as he has good friends like you to keep his achievements and courage in the open for all to see and learn from.

I look forward to hearing your reports of his recovery.

Take care
Dax

hey buddie this is one of the most beautiful things i've heard in a long time.


fighting back tears here .... i really can't think of anything else to be said (everyone has worded things so well in this thread)

so this is just one more prayer for the both of you.....


and a little window into my own life:
my own mother is living proof/ testament to the fact that the power of the human spirit is incalculably powerful..... 7 years ago i used to go to the hospital and sit by her bed while she received her chemo......she had a masectomy & then crazy complications and the doctors had us making funeral home provisions......

today she is (and has been) in full remission and is living a full, robust & healthy enriching life and in many ways is healthier than she way before she got sick.....her hair has all grown back and her face beautiful & radiant like i remember when i was a young boy......

if you were to ask my mom what got her through all this....she would answer simply "hope & prayer"......!!!


DAREN!






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and remember if ever/whenever you get a little down, you can always just laugh at my silly face & used car saleman grin in my sig below that RONNIE the Dodger so kindly fashioned for me around my dimpled countenance...lol...
i added a little more text & art to make it a little more fun lol ;-0

Thanks DT, say hi to your mom, and I will get my wild and crazy friend on here to say something.

BTW, could you ask RtheD about my nose, over there?


I have it easy, everyone.
You all are showing me what courage and commitment are. You are heros.

George is my friend, and hero, right now.

And this support means so much, you can believe it.

This is in noway to take away from the importance of your friend's problem, but rather a confirmation that in Him, ALL things are possible and that there is power in prayer.

At the age of 7, I was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer (only 3 known cases in the U.S.). The doctors told my parents that they had no way of treating it and that I probably had 6 months to live. The tumor I had was growing in my left nasal cavity into my ear and my brain. The only options were to try chemotherapy and radiation. Of course due to the area that the cancer was in, the treatments would of course cause a loss of hair and severe sore throats and there was a very big chance that if I did survive, I would not be able to have children due to the radiation possibly destroying my pituitary gland.

From that day forward, I had many people praying for me. After 6 months of radiation and chemotherapy, I became violently allergic to the chemotherapy. It seemed all hope was lost. The doctors rescanned and tested to see if the treatment had made any progress and to their surprise, the tumor had disappeared. I was a walking miracle. I can't tell you how many doctors were in my room that day there were so many.

I am now 27 years in remission, married to a fantastic woman, and we have 3 little boys. I know religion can be a touchy situation, but all of us should come together and seriously pray for your friend.

I have this small piece of paper taped to my computer that reads:

Lord, remind me that nothing is going to happen to me today that you and I can't handle together.

I will be praying for your friend DAY and NIGHT.

FORTRESS

You're a mighty fortress
In my times of distress
You're my refuge and comfort
You heal me when I hurt

When the storms are raging
Take me under your wing
In your warmth will I hide
And there will I abide

You're a mighty fortress
In my times of distress
You're my refuge and comfort
You heal me when I hurt

You're my deliverer
Wonderful Counselor
You're there to protect me
From the enemy

You're a mighty fortress
In my times of distress
I'll rest in you Lord
Rock of ages Mighty God.

(c) Jrsmusic
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You all said so nice words that I cannot find anything else to say but I should like to know if there is a way to shorten the time. Cancer doesn't wait.

Valeria

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Mikmik ------

I have a Distant Healing Circle on my website: http://wind.prohosting.com/johreiki/...ingcircle.html

We'll be glad to help, if you or your friend will go there and submit the required info.

Anyone else is welcome to make a healing request also....


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I haven't been saying much in here the last couple of days, but your messages and encouaragements are shared and appreciated.
There is nothing as satisfying and comforting to be supported, even just acknowledged, by now (every little thing becomes more important)I see many stories here of courage, hope, and strength.
The ones who share their strength and victories, the people who share period, you are testimony of our great human spirit, and ability to overcome.
Never be afraid to share openly around here, please.
What everyone has inside, it is important to someone, maybe all of us.
I just we just need more humanity some days.
I love you, my friend is so laid back, I am so constantly amazed..
:o)

The time grows near.. It starts to hurt, yet I feel selfish, for what goes on inside him?
Surely, a thousand times as much.

Hi Mikmik,
Your friend needs you to be strong, and you will be - just remember everyone here who is there for YOU. We've all been touched by this horrible disease in one way or another - relatives, friends, selves. If there is any "silver lining," it may be the way we are able to become closer to each other because of it. Prayers for you both,
Carol

Grieving is pain, sorrow and sadness. Part of the process involves feelings of guilt and anger. Many times the powerful emotions of grief do not make sense, but they are present just the same. Since we all experience grief from loss, it is such medicine to help each other know that it is OK not to make sense of our feelings but just to feel them and know the measure of how much we loved. You are not selfish to grieve for your friend. Let yourself feel the power of your caring, so you can let yourself love again.

Oh, you have to know that i so appreciate your support.

I am strong....WE are strong.

Love, Mike Laing

Wow! What a great statement!

It is so easy to withdraw into yourself, I know, I did it for years. I pretty much built a wall around my heart and wouldn't let anyone in for fear that I would lose them. It took me a while to figure out that that isn't anyway to live. You've got to risk a little to gain anything.

Live and love like there is no tomorrow!

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That sounds just crazy enough to do :O)))

They did the surgery a few days ago, and say that all the cancer was removed.

There are still post procedure evaluations etc, but so far ...

THANKS TO ALL FOR YOUR SUPPORT, SO FAR WE ARE WINNING THIS ONE

I love evryone here, so much :O)

Wow, you guys are awesome! Admittedly, it's been a few weeks since I've checked out this thread but it's great to see you've managed to keep the community spirit alive!

If you have a few spare minutes you might want to check out this thread. Looks like pne could use some cheering up!

Hey Mikmik,
That's wonderful news! I can feel your smiles!
Wishing him steady progress,
carol
(Sorry I didn't write sooner - just received the email wpw notification now)

Fantastic news buddy!

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Cancer is the scorge of us all. Sickness in general .
I have reciently came across interesting infomation that is not commonly known but should be.
I would surgest for every one to check out this site. This may be the path to health.
It is a matter of tuning into the right friquentcy.
God be with you all. http:/www.rife.org

Hey Mike,
I've seen this thread several times and admittedly got very emotional, it hits very close to home. I'm a T6 paraplegic, 13 years ago I broke my back at the age of 19 and have been in a wheelchair ever since.

Everything that is given to us is given because we are strong enough to handle it. This thread has touched many lives already. Recently I met "the girl of my dreams" to put it mildly. Only to find out she has leukemia and may not have very long to live.

I thought I was strong and handled my situation well, but she has showed me strength I didn’t know existed. The same strength your friend has. I believe he will get better and continue to be an inspiration to us all.

He'll be in my prayers.

I'm not sure where I heard the following but it always comes to mind when I hear about someone with such courage and strength...

...angels never die

-Jason Tor

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