tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28367644.post114839394330006024..comments2023-09-15T06:26:46.431-06:00Comments on A Brother Like No Other: HandsStevehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02850432788764799892noreply@blogger.comBlogger112125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28367644.post-1148540164310802002006-05-25T00:56:00.000-06:002006-05-25T00:56:00.000-06:00Psalm 91 1 He who dwells in the shelter of the Mos...Psalm 91<BR/> 1 He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High <BR/> will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. [a] <BR/><BR/> 2 I will say [b] of the LORD, "He is my refuge and my fortress, <BR/> my God, in whom I trust." <BR/><BR/> 3 Surely he will save you from the fowler's snare <BR/> and from the deadly pestilence. <BR/><BR/> 4 He will cover you with his feathers, <BR/> and under his wings you will find refuge; <BR/> his faithfulness will be your shield and rampart. <BR/><BR/> 5 You will not fear the terror of night, <BR/> nor the arrow that flies by day, <BR/><BR/> 6 nor the pestilence that stalks in the darkness, <BR/> nor the plague that destroys at midday. <BR/><BR/> 7 A thousand may fall at your side, <BR/> ten thousand at your right hand, <BR/> but it will not come near you. <BR/><BR/> 8 You will only observe with your eyes <BR/> and see the punishment of the wicked. <BR/><BR/> 9 If you make the Most High your dwelling— <BR/> even the LORD, who is my refuge- <BR/><BR/> 10 then no harm will befall you, <BR/> no disaster will come near your tent. <BR/><BR/> 11 For he will command his angels concerning you <BR/> to guard you in all your ways; <BR/><BR/> 12 they will lift you up in their hands, <BR/> so that you will not strike your foot against a stone. <BR/><BR/> 13 You will tread upon the lion and the cobra; <BR/> you will trample the great lion and the serpent. <BR/><BR/> 14 "Because he loves me," says the LORD, "I will rescue him; <BR/> I will protect him, for he acknowledges my name. <BR/><BR/> 15 He will call upon me, and I will answer him; <BR/> I will be with him in trouble, <BR/> I will deliver him and honor him. <BR/><BR/> 16 With long life will I satisfy him <BR/> and show him my salvation."<BR/><BR/><BR/><BR/>May the Lord bless you and heal you<BR/><BR/>~KASIAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28367644.post-1148538343461634002006-05-25T00:25:00.000-06:002006-05-25T00:25:00.000-06:00MichealSoon it will be time for your surgery. The...Micheal<BR/>Soon it will be time for your surgery. The fasting will be an inconvenience, but the fears will be real. Alot of unknowns. But there is a constant - TRUST in the Lord and he will be with you to protect and comfort you, TRUST in those caring for you, and TRUST in the support of your family and friends. I like many others will be thinking of you and praying for your recovery. Amaze them all! <BR/>Brenda, Neil, Steve, Lori, Matthew and Cody I pray that God also takes care of you and holds you in the palm of his hand. Thank you for this site and opportunity to say how much we care.<BR/>With much love ShellyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28367644.post-1148534516014730222006-05-24T23:21:00.000-06:002006-05-24T23:21:00.000-06:00Michael,Our thoughts and prayers will be with you ...Michael,<BR/>Our thoughts and prayers will be with you tomorrow, as they constantly have been since the accident.<BR/>Your strength, courage, faith and love for life will help to get you and your family through this.<BR/>You are a special young man.<BR/><BR/>Guy, Paulette, Justin, <BR/>Jason (Dewy), Chantelle & Curtis<BR/>LafreniereAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28367644.post-1148531303906916922006-05-24T22:28:00.000-06:002006-05-24T22:28:00.000-06:00Hey Mike, I don't really know you, but I am prayin...Hey Mike, I don't really know you, but I am praying for you. I even wrote a poem for you! : )<BR/>Here you go:<BR/><BR/><BR/>You're in our hearts,<BR/>and on our minds.<BR/>The love for you<BR/>comes in many kinds.<BR/><BR/>God's love for you <BR/>is very strong.<BR/>Remember that<BR/>all day long.<BR/><BR/>The prayers are endless,<BR/>From all over;<BR/>From Florida<BR/>Up to Vancouver!<BR/><BR/>In all the hurt<BR/>and terrible pains,<BR/>God loves you and<BR/>God always reigns.<BR/><BR/>We pray for you<BR/>and hope for the best.<BR/>We realize how much<BR/>we are blessed.<BR/><BR/>And as I sit here<BR/>this afternoon,<BR/>all I can say is...<BR/>Feel better soon!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28367644.post-1148530738224243502006-05-24T22:18:00.000-06:002006-05-24T22:18:00.000-06:00Hello Barkers--Mom Wicker let us know of Michael's...Hello Barkers--Mom Wicker let us know of Michael's accident and of the blog set up--we are praying for you and appreciate the blog to help us see a little of what you all are walking through.<BR/><BR/>Ed and Kerry-Lea Wicker in Norfolk, NebraskaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28367644.post-1148530459356048732006-05-24T22:14:00.000-06:002006-05-24T22:14:00.000-06:00Michael, Brenda, Neil, Matthew, Steve, we are pray...Michael, Brenda, Neil, Matthew, Steve, we are praying for you all, all the time. Michael we got all our Bahama friends to put you on their prayer chains in their cool wild churches with all the exciting dancing,clapping and intense singing. God's with you all the way and so is your family and friends. You're not alone. Praying the surgery will go spectacular.<BR/><BR/>p.s. Take it easy on the nurses ha haAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28367644.post-1148528631246191012006-05-24T21:43:00.000-06:002006-05-24T21:43:00.000-06:00Hey MikeIt was good to see you again yesterday dud...Hey Mike<BR/>It was good to see you again yesterday dude. Sorry I didn't get in this morning but you were sleeping and I didnt want them to have to wake you up on my account. Anyway I just wanted to wish you the best in your surgery. I will be in to see you again as soon as i can.<BR/>-jeffAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28367644.post-1148527304424566112006-05-24T21:21:00.000-06:002006-05-24T21:21:00.000-06:00Mike & family,Jim Booth said it best today. God I...Mike & family,<BR/>Jim Booth said it best today. God IS with you! He hears our prayers and now we have to trust him. Call on Him for your strength and courage. Brenda,Neil,Steve, and Matthew I know you have placed Mike in God's hands and that is the best place for him now. HE will be there tommorow with Mike, with the Doctors and nurses and with you all as you wait. Just by creating and allowing others to read this web page God has touched the lives of hundreds of people all over the world. HE IS doing mighty works through you!!!Wow!!God Bless and our prayers are with you.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28367644.post-1148526404323814722006-05-24T21:06:00.001-06:002006-05-24T21:06:00.001-06:00Mike we are praying for you. Jacque and I hope to ...Mike we are praying for you. Jacque and I hope to visit on Saturday If all goes well.I've been up at work since the accident.<BR/>Neil, Brenda, Steven and Matthew we have you in our hearts as well. We love you all and want to help in any way. Mike I lack the words but not the deep feelings for you.<BR/> JohnAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28367644.post-1148526360418115962006-05-24T21:06:00.000-06:002006-05-24T21:06:00.000-06:00Hey Mike,Just letting you know that we prayed for ...Hey Mike,<BR/><BR/>Just letting you know that we prayed for you today at KBI. Hang in there.<BR/><BR/>Stephen Selke on behalf of family, KBI, and the Hamars crew.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28367644.post-1148526181674663702006-05-24T21:03:00.000-06:002006-05-24T21:03:00.000-06:00Mike,There are soo many pple behind you on this on...Mike,<BR/>There are soo many pple behind you on this one. Weve got all our freinds thinking about you and praying even some of our freinds freinds. i wish i could be there and support you in a closer way i geuss. well keep on going.<BR/><BR/>Taylor from vancouverAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28367644.post-1148524774387657352006-05-24T20:39:00.000-06:002006-05-24T20:39:00.000-06:00Sodium Levels - Hi Brenda & Neil. You might want t...Sodium Levels - Hi Brenda & Neil. You might want to check Mike's sodium levels. I read Monday's entry today - sodium is required for transmission of nerve impulses and proper muscle function. If his levels are still low it COULD be contributing to his new muscle weakness. I'm not sure that it is the cause - but it is something to rule out. IAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28367644.post-1148523041389584042006-05-24T20:10:00.000-06:002006-05-24T20:10:00.000-06:00Hi Micheal, ever since i've heard of your accident...Hi Micheal, ever since i've heard of your accident you have been in my thoughts constantly(not that you were not before!)I miss you a lot! I cannot believe that such a terrible thing has happened to such an amazing person, but i know with your strong spirit you will persevere. Good luck with your surgery<BR/>Love, Amy MalbeufAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28367644.post-1148522111228821942006-05-24T19:55:00.000-06:002006-05-24T19:55:00.000-06:00good luck tomorrow, our prayers are heading your w...good luck tomorrow, our prayers are heading your way. we all hope and pray for the best. you've got a tonne of people praying for you buddy :)<BR/>love...Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28367644.post-1148519901796184422006-05-24T19:18:00.000-06:002006-05-24T19:18:00.000-06:00Hey MikeJust wanted to know my heart is with you.l...Hey Mike<BR/>Just wanted to know my heart is with you.<BR/>last time i saw you (i believe it was just a couple weeks ago), you and jeff daniels came into universal videos.<BR/>you guys must have spent at least an hour in here!!! <BR/>ill always remember your goofy smile when you came up to rent your game. haha i remember you being embarrased and saying something like whos rents games at a video store..and that i should keep it on the down-low.<BR/>well sorry for bringing that up, haha, but you guys were just so adorable.<BR/>good luck tomorrow<BR/>lots of love<BR/><BR/>Brittany SturgesAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28367644.post-1148515202683449132006-05-24T18:00:00.000-06:002006-05-24T18:00:00.000-06:00def mike is in my prayersdef mike is in my prayersAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28367644.post-1148512199232316962006-05-24T17:09:00.000-06:002006-05-24T17:09:00.000-06:00Hey Michael,I still can't believe what happened. ...Hey Michael,<BR/><BR/>I still can't believe what happened. It's amazing how in a split second everything can change. I never knew you that well at school, but from what I did know you are the most incredible person in the world. You have such a gift to make everything seem great and your zest for life is contagious. It seemed like you could always find something awesome out of every situation...keep looking for the positive. I know if anyone can make lemonade out of this, it's you. Our prayers are with you! You've got the entire world rooting for you! <BR/><BR/>-Shaughnessy FulawkaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28367644.post-1148508547678203782006-05-24T16:09:00.000-06:002006-05-24T16:09:00.000-06:00Mike, I have known your Dad for many years through...Mike, I have known your Dad for many years through work and my family are all praying for you, your family and friends. My daughter was in a similar situation 4 years ago and with prayer, faith and a whole lot of love and support, she made it. You have alot of support and love behind you, keep up the fight, God will take care of you.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28367644.post-1148507984629450832006-05-24T15:59:00.000-06:002006-05-24T15:59:00.000-06:00Good luck in your surgery tomorrow Mike. Our love ...Good luck in your surgery tomorrow Mike. Our love and friendship to you and your family.<BR/>Mrs. Shirley, Mr. B, Ashley & AaronAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28367644.post-1148507393817446792006-05-24T15:49:00.001-06:002006-05-24T15:49:00.001-06:00What do we do when everything we believe in is sha...What do we do when everything we believe in is shaken to the very core? How can we believe that ALL things work together for our good? We close our eyes and hold on for dear life and eventually we see, that, even when we couldn't find our faith, He DID get us through , He DID equip us with what we needed to get through each day. That much I KNOW for sure. These are your promises. God is still the same. We are asking and believing Him for BIG THINGS for you, Dear One.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28367644.post-1148507351178016002006-05-24T15:49:00.000-06:002006-05-24T15:49:00.000-06:00I am still praying...I am truly amazed at the balm...I am still praying...<BR/>I am truly amazed at the balm of comfort that even this site gives to me and obviously many others.Thanks guys for including us in such a marvelous and personal way.<BR/>I have another song for today and especially for tomorrow. <BR/>I want to encourage whoever can to make tomorrow(surgery day) a day of prayer, fasting and bringing forward Mike and his family to the Lord. The Lord is Good.<BR/><BR/>Here is the song I keep singing and praying to the Lord...<BR/><BR/>I cry out for Your hand of mercy to heal me. <BR/>I am weak, I need Your love to free me<BR/>O Lord, my Rock, my strength in weakness<BR/>Come rescue me, O Lord<BR/>You are my hope<BR/>Your promise never fails me<BR/>And my desire is to follow You forever<BR/>For You are good<BR/>FOR YOU ARE GOOD<BR/>Lord You are good to me!!!<BR/><BR/>Mike we are inserting your name as we pray...<BR/><BR/>I cry out for Your hand of mercy to heal MIKE<BR/>He is weak,Mike needs Your love to free him...<BR/>Praying for your healing Mike!!!<BR/>Praying for God's strengthAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28367644.post-1148507148177778932006-05-24T15:45:00.000-06:002006-05-24T15:45:00.000-06:00Dear Mike and Family...our thoughts and prayers ar...Dear Mike and Family...our thoughts and prayers are constantly with you. Cindy and WallyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28367644.post-1148505982158893082006-05-24T15:26:00.000-06:002006-05-24T15:26:00.000-06:00Michael,You're one tough kid! WOW ! So happy to se...Michael,<BR/>You're one tough kid! WOW ! So happy to see that smile of yours! I hope that all the prayers,encouragement and laughs that are coming your way fill you up. If it doesn't hurt too much to laugh, make sure you do a lot. It will heal you! My family and I are praying also for your speedy<BR/>recovery.<BR/>Jackie Tkachuk<BR/><BR/>PS. To your family,<BR/>Thank you so much for this opportunity to send our prayers and thoughts for Mike and all of you. You are an incredible bunch!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28367644.post-1148503259561824322006-05-24T14:40:00.000-06:002006-05-24T14:40:00.000-06:00Mikewe are contstantly on my mind and in my prayer...Mike<BR/>we are contstantly on my mind and in my prayers. Victory Church is also praying - Catholic church is praying - even Charles Hattum is praying. (that counts right??)I know you have a wonderful sense of humor and a gorgeous smile - keep that above all. We love you.<BR/>Neil and Brenda - our prayers go out for you as well. Comfort and rest.<BR/>Love, JuneAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28367644.post-1148503081457517102006-05-24T14:38:00.000-06:002006-05-24T14:38:00.000-06:00Hey mike, All the youth groups are praying for you...Hey mike, All the youth groups are praying for you. Any requests for movies??? Some of us might come visit on sat if it's okay. There are a few of the youth leaders would like to come and lay hands if you're feeling up to it. If not we're praying unconditionally. May the Lord bless you and heal you.<BR/><BR/>~KASIAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com