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Now remember that I 'escaped' from the Kenosha hospital that very Thursday afternoon and drove myself home!! But maybe I shouldn't make everything so personal.... lol. Some of the hospital staff's rejection and dissing of God's Word, the Bible when I was there sharing the Gospel just comes with the territory.
Tom S
Saturday, July 2, 2011
Thursday, June 30, 2011
Back Again, from the Hospital.
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Happy to be back home again for the 2nd time after knee surgery infection complications!! The range of intense anti-biotics to drive away the common knee infection was murder on my gut, but I will survive. And again, for the record, most of the doctors and staff were very nice and professional-- but there will ALWAYS be a few jerks who don't have a life and love to push their limited so-called "power" around in their tiny 'kingdoms.' I am not going to comment about those circumstances because they are only small fish in the creek, and the Lord will take care of them in the long run. I also found out that reporting any incidences to the hospital social worker wonk just goes through the 'good old boys' routine and goes no where. If I wanted to make trouble-- I certainly could, but I have bigger 'fish to fry' and am moving too fast to let Satan slow me down now.
I would still say that with all the baloney-- picking this hospital and top surgeon was the smartest thing I ever did-- and far reveals the huge gaps of consideration and professionalism of a GOOD civilian hospital like KMH-- and the messed up Milwaukee VA who botched up my Right knee on Dec. 6th!! But right now with the fast deteriorating US and world economies and oncoming war between Israel and her waring Islamic neighbors-- one has to weigh these more important matters before consideration of a 'redress' of the botched Milwaukee VA surgery on my Right knee. The better done Left knee done at KMH- Kenosha Hospital is so fast healing to where there is already LESS PAIN than the other messed up Right knee!! I feel better for 'listening to the Holy Spirit' and just moving on. I am also still somewhat happy with my modest weight loss so far, and will continue the strict diet that my daughter, Sarah, has given me. Many thanks to my mom who was there for me in spirit-- and on the phone for encouragement. Other than Mom, and Bill Tippett as my POA and Patient Advocate, I just had my small KJV Bible [sword] and constant prayers to the Father to sustain me.
Now I have a dirty messed up house to contend with, but deep sleep is the best medicine for me now, along with my special healing herbs and Colloidal Silver.
Please pray for my special friends: Robby Bohnen,carrying a heavy load right now, Marvin Ellis, who is near death with COPD, IMO, my Mom, Colleen Schuckman, my sister in law who is losing her sight after her stroke and diabetes, etc. Bill Tippett, who has done a good job even with his own infirmaries and difficulties, etc. Infection is nothing you mess with and could potentially take the limb or joint that the docs worked so hard to give me quality of motion and less pain in replacement. Radical conditions call for radical procedures, and I honestly tried my best to comply with every command and wish of Dr. James Shapiro this past week back in the 'joint'-- KMH. I can see great improvement every single day, just getting good rest and exercise... but they want me to eat more protein and vitamin C to heal my wounds. I will have some pix to down load soon. At least I had a private, comfortable room with A/C, and the institutional food was almost as good as our food in Vietnam... I got home to more great DEFINED KJV Bibles that I ordered, with some more 'hardware' -investments. Busy tomorrow with much business and phone calls. Thanks for all the prayers and well wishes. This has been the "Year of Tests." And yes, Christ will get us though it too.
However I did notice some hostility and resentment/ prejudice against the simple sight of my small Bible in the room, if not overt-- but co-vert, subtle under current of animosity and aggression! Just a pre-cursor of 'things to come' here in Socialist Amerika. And just for my OWN peace of mind-- I WAS RIGHT AND CORRECT for sticking to my guns again, this time around, in the hospital-- and the doctors and staff are NOT so almighty and correct all the time, as they would love everyone to think! Ha! I feel empowered-- and you can never go wrong with the absolute TRUTH of the Bible! Remember that one thing, please. It's not about ME being right-- it's about God who cannot lie! ~Titus 1:2.
Warm Regards,
Tom Schuckman
Happy to be back home again for the 2nd time after knee surgery infection complications!! The range of intense anti-biotics to drive away the common knee infection was murder on my gut, but I will survive. And again, for the record, most of the doctors and staff were very nice and professional-- but there will ALWAYS be a few jerks who don't have a life and love to push their limited so-called "power" around in their tiny 'kingdoms.' I am not going to comment about those circumstances because they are only small fish in the creek, and the Lord will take care of them in the long run. I also found out that reporting any incidences to the hospital social worker wonk just goes through the 'good old boys' routine and goes no where. If I wanted to make trouble-- I certainly could, but I have bigger 'fish to fry' and am moving too fast to let Satan slow me down now.
I would still say that with all the baloney-- picking this hospital and top surgeon was the smartest thing I ever did-- and far reveals the huge gaps of consideration and professionalism of a GOOD civilian hospital like KMH-- and the messed up Milwaukee VA who botched up my Right knee on Dec. 6th!! But right now with the fast deteriorating US and world economies and oncoming war between Israel and her waring Islamic neighbors-- one has to weigh these more important matters before consideration of a 'redress' of the botched Milwaukee VA surgery on my Right knee. The better done Left knee done at KMH- Kenosha Hospital is so fast healing to where there is already LESS PAIN than the other messed up Right knee!! I feel better for 'listening to the Holy Spirit' and just moving on. I am also still somewhat happy with my modest weight loss so far, and will continue the strict diet that my daughter, Sarah, has given me. Many thanks to my mom who was there for me in spirit-- and on the phone for encouragement. Other than Mom, and Bill Tippett as my POA and Patient Advocate, I just had my small KJV Bible [sword] and constant prayers to the Father to sustain me.
Now I have a dirty messed up house to contend with, but deep sleep is the best medicine for me now, along with my special healing herbs and Colloidal Silver.
Please pray for my special friends: Robby Bohnen,carrying a heavy load right now, Marvin Ellis, who is near death with COPD, IMO, my Mom, Colleen Schuckman, my sister in law who is losing her sight after her stroke and diabetes, etc. Bill Tippett, who has done a good job even with his own infirmaries and difficulties, etc. Infection is nothing you mess with and could potentially take the limb or joint that the docs worked so hard to give me quality of motion and less pain in replacement. Radical conditions call for radical procedures, and I honestly tried my best to comply with every command and wish of Dr. James Shapiro this past week back in the 'joint'-- KMH. I can see great improvement every single day, just getting good rest and exercise... but they want me to eat more protein and vitamin C to heal my wounds. I will have some pix to down load soon. At least I had a private, comfortable room with A/C, and the institutional food was almost as good as our food in Vietnam... I got home to more great DEFINED KJV Bibles that I ordered, with some more 'hardware' -investments. Busy tomorrow with much business and phone calls. Thanks for all the prayers and well wishes. This has been the "Year of Tests." And yes, Christ will get us though it too.
However I did notice some hostility and resentment/ prejudice against the simple sight of my small Bible in the room, if not overt-- but co-vert, subtle under current of animosity and aggression! Just a pre-cursor of 'things to come' here in Socialist Amerika. And just for my OWN peace of mind-- I WAS RIGHT AND CORRECT for sticking to my guns again, this time around, in the hospital-- and the doctors and staff are NOT so almighty and correct all the time, as they would love everyone to think! Ha! I feel empowered-- and you can never go wrong with the absolute TRUTH of the Bible! Remember that one thing, please. It's not about ME being right-- it's about God who cannot lie! ~Titus 1:2.
Warm Regards,
Tom Schuckman
Thursday, June 23, 2011
Did Jesus Drink Wine?
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It's no secret that many 'Christian' preachers love to push their own private agenda/ beliefs by 'making their own rules' into "Laws" just like the ancient Pharisees in Jesus' time. I have know a few nice Baptist pastors whom I liked --but insisted in keeping this hang up-- total prohibition of wine/ spirits in their 'ministry.' Yes! it's true that alcohol has claimed and broken so many marriages /lives, etc., -- been abused by many and perhaps led many to hell. But then, so do cars, trucks, motorcycles, mules and horses, boats and jet skis,snowmobiles, etc., kill thousands on our American roads/ fields and water ways every year! Since I can't buy a team of horses to carry me to and from my doctors' appointments and shopping when I need to, I will continue to own and drive my spacious, comfortable 2007 Dodge Ram 4 by 4, until I can afford something better that doesn't get stuck in the Wisconsin snow. And the rest of you green meanies can buy your gas efficient obama- hy-breds and such that get such great mileage... lol.
Anyway, as for me, I choose to put my trust and faith in the DEFINED KJV Bible, and the Old Scofield KJV Bible [planted in my hand by a close friend in South Carolina, Jimmy Hood, another crew chief/ gunner from my old 240th AHC outfit-- of Vietnam vintage] which I believe is the most pure, accurate Textus Receptus, rendition of God's Word. I hardly drink any alcohol AT ALL these days, and that suits me just fine, because I want to be in control of all my senses-- in my old age of 62... lol. However, if a Christian cares to have a glass or two of good wine [or beer] with his Lasagna or Prime Rib, he has that biblical RIGHT!!
We don't want to be Pharisees now, do we? Why don't we all stick to what is written in God's Word.
OK, Back to bed-- with a sore, swollen ankle and knee. Business in the morning... more PT- TIGER!
Serious Comments ??
This is just ONE reason/ objective [ picture down below-- "The Archer"- 1989] why I 'punish myself' on the 'limited fruit diet-- and water' that I have been on for the last 10 days. I lost about 30 pounds, feel better, and have another 100 pounds or more--to go. Some other reasons are: 'I don't want my new 'bionic knees' to burn out too fast...' I request your prayers, please. PTL.
Warm Regards,
Tom Schuckman
tschuckman@aol.com
It's no secret that many 'Christian' preachers love to push their own private agenda/ beliefs by 'making their own rules' into "Laws" just like the ancient Pharisees in Jesus' time. I have know a few nice Baptist pastors whom I liked --but insisted in keeping this hang up-- total prohibition of wine/ spirits in their 'ministry.' Yes! it's true that alcohol has claimed and broken so many marriages /lives, etc., -- been abused by many and perhaps led many to hell. But then, so do cars, trucks, motorcycles, mules and horses, boats and jet skis,snowmobiles, etc., kill thousands on our American roads/ fields and water ways every year! Since I can't buy a team of horses to carry me to and from my doctors' appointments and shopping when I need to, I will continue to own and drive my spacious, comfortable 2007 Dodge Ram 4 by 4, until I can afford something better that doesn't get stuck in the Wisconsin snow. And the rest of you green meanies can buy your gas efficient obama- hy-breds and such that get such great mileage... lol.
Anyway, as for me, I choose to put my trust and faith in the DEFINED KJV Bible, and the Old Scofield KJV Bible [planted in my hand by a close friend in South Carolina, Jimmy Hood, another crew chief/ gunner from my old 240th AHC outfit-- of Vietnam vintage] which I believe is the most pure, accurate Textus Receptus, rendition of God's Word. I hardly drink any alcohol AT ALL these days, and that suits me just fine, because I want to be in control of all my senses-- in my old age of 62... lol. However, if a Christian cares to have a glass or two of good wine [or beer] with his Lasagna or Prime Rib, he has that biblical RIGHT!!
We don't want to be Pharisees now, do we? Why don't we all stick to what is written in God's Word.
OK, Back to bed-- with a sore, swollen ankle and knee. Business in the morning... more PT- TIGER!
Serious Comments ??
This is just ONE reason/ objective [ picture down below-- "The Archer"- 1989] why I 'punish myself' on the 'limited fruit diet-- and water' that I have been on for the last 10 days. I lost about 30 pounds, feel better, and have another 100 pounds or more--to go. Some other reasons are: 'I don't want my new 'bionic knees' to burn out too fast...' I request your prayers, please. PTL.
Warm Regards,
Tom Schuckman
tschuckman@aol.com
Posted:
Q. I had a discussion about Jesus and wine drinking with a fellow sister-in-Christ today. She said that Jesus did not actually drink alcoholic wine, but only ‘fruit of the vine’. And that since wine is alcoholic and therefore is inebriating, Jesus would not drink that and neither should we. So, my question is, Did [...]
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
Prepare.
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The following info is interesting, and it seems fair and balanced... but Christians should/ MUST add another dimension to this equation if they haven't already been corrupted by New Age/ false prophet, Dominionism, baloney which has infiltrated the "church." Exacerbating fiscal/ money, currency, inflationary tsunamis are about to crush most of the world, including the USA [IMO], and I have been tooting my horn about this the past few years! I have personally been forced to endure verbal abuse, laughter, and ridicule, concerning my mindset of storing up a few extra cans of food, and silver, etc., from many, including a few local preachers!
I hold with Jan Markel's Christian philosophy which I just post yesterday: We know that the Rapture WILL come to save all REAL Christians on earth, but we may very well suffer some of the 'pre-trib' economic 'fall out' in the mean time. Better to Be PREPARED, than be sorry.
And, sorry to say, too many 'Christians' are already 'left behind' with the world of Satan as they try to straddle the fence. And if those kind of people figure that they might be able to promote- support some political agenda [even as some candidates like the TX Gov. Rick Perry looks good..and conservative, or who ever.], the KJV Bible says other wise. Period. Just my hot, humid thoughts sitting in Wisconsin. The air temp. is about 86 degrees F. and very HUMID!! But I am not complaining one bit. Thank you, Lord.
I miss my noble hound dog, 'Deuce' the Rotty, but I asked my brother, Albert, and his son, Billy Schuckman, to please take care of him another 2-3 weeks, to make sure I am healed enough to care for Deuce properly. I miss my doggie boy.....
WARM Regards,
Tom Schuckman
tschuckman@aol.com
Jesus is my Lord and Savior.
The following info is interesting, and it seems fair and balanced... but Christians should/ MUST add another dimension to this equation if they haven't already been corrupted by New Age/ false prophet, Dominionism, baloney which has infiltrated the "church." Exacerbating fiscal/ money, currency, inflationary tsunamis are about to crush most of the world, including the USA [IMO], and I have been tooting my horn about this the past few years! I have personally been forced to endure verbal abuse, laughter, and ridicule, concerning my mindset of storing up a few extra cans of food, and silver, etc., from many, including a few local preachers!
I hold with Jan Markel's Christian philosophy which I just post yesterday: We know that the Rapture WILL come to save all REAL Christians on earth, but we may very well suffer some of the 'pre-trib' economic 'fall out' in the mean time. Better to Be PREPARED, than be sorry.
And, sorry to say, too many 'Christians' are already 'left behind' with the world of Satan as they try to straddle the fence. And if those kind of people figure that they might be able to promote- support some political agenda [even as some candidates like the TX Gov. Rick Perry looks good..and conservative, or who ever.], the KJV Bible says other wise. Period. Just my hot, humid thoughts sitting in Wisconsin. The air temp. is about 86 degrees F. and very HUMID!! But I am not complaining one bit. Thank you, Lord.
I miss my noble hound dog, 'Deuce' the Rotty, but I asked my brother, Albert, and his son, Billy Schuckman, to please take care of him another 2-3 weeks, to make sure I am healed enough to care for Deuce properly. I miss my doggie boy.....
WARM Regards,
Tom Schuckman
tschuckman@aol.com
Jesus is my Lord and Savior.
Monday, June 20, 2011
Melt Down?
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Financial Meltdown?? Well.. the truth is the truth is the truth! I am not waiting in Saigon until the last 'chopper' flies away... Ha! I won't be standing in the desert with my 'head in the sand' either, nor listening to false prophets, teachers of sin, the corrupt 'News-Media', the turkey in the WH, Congress-- Nope-- There is only ONE SOURCE I GET MY 'NEWS FROM' every day -- The Bible. Good night.
Financial Meltdown?? Well.. the truth is the truth is the truth! I am not waiting in Saigon until the last 'chopper' flies away... Ha! I won't be standing in the desert with my 'head in the sand' either, nor listening to false prophets, teachers of sin, the corrupt 'News-Media', the turkey in the WH, Congress-- Nope-- There is only ONE SOURCE I GET MY 'NEWS FROM' every day -- The Bible. Good night.
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More Good Vibrations and Progress.
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Hi Folks,
I am so full of good vibrations and thoughts to where I have to calm myself down this morning! Every single day and night I make incredible 'quantum leaps' in healing, personal rehab, abilities, attitude, getting closer to the Lord, etc. I am home alone, where I should be [but a Kenosha Visiting Nurse will come here tomorrow], with less pain in the "new knee" post-op recovery-- having taken a major defecation and SHOWER all by myself!! [sorry about the base, common description, friends... but this is a major 'achievement' for me... lol]. My dear old Mom even laughs at my 'colorful speech.' I love her dearly-- she has been there with me in spirit all the way-- all the time, even as she is LEGALLY BLIND! Pray that she accepts the Lord and Salvation before He does come...please. Thanks.
I contorted [painfully] my Left leg after the shower on the bed to rub some much needed skin cream to my dry feet, ankles and calves-- but I bet that I probably did better than that 'Ghetto Rehab' place I almost got suckered into in Kenosha-- Sheridan Medical Complex, 8400 Sheridan Rod. 262-658-4141. And yes, I do feel confident enough to put that name and address in print after me and my good friend and Christian, Bill Tippett saw yesterday!! They MAY get a visit from a 'State agency' depending on what mood I am in tomorrow... lol. Dear wife, Sharon was an expert in sharing and posting those sharp, meaningful 'contacts' to "clean up" a small part of that horrible Rehab and 'Nursing Home' Industry mess! That is truly a well hidden horror story that needs to be addressed in good time. Except that this is NOT that much time in June 2011. But then again-- the Lord will clean everything up, in His own good time.
While I am NOT saying that I DON'T have a 'long row to hoe', I am mildly ecstatic at my fast progress today on Monday, 6-20-11, and I never forget who my Lord and Benefactor is, either! I need to thank the wonderful surgical 'dream team' with Dr. James Shapiro, again, for working what I call, 'a minor miracle'--- and what must seem to him as mere child's play... lol. And if this isn't a super dark indictment against the blatant screw ups of the Milwaukee VA, [yes, our VA system--Gov't at work--you remember all the grand promises-- of OBAMA-CARE! Ha!] --then I don't know what is ! The more Disabled Veterans I talk to, the more horror stories I hear that mirror my own... sorry. "I calls 'em like I sees 'em." (sic). Hey... I wonder how many people even KNOW what (sic) means... lol !
I am walking more freely around the house with 2 canes, but I also use my sturdy 'walker' too. The doctor and his staff should be calling me soon to set up a schedule for in-home Rehab therapy.
OK, Folks, here is my much sought after secret of losing the weight and fast healing [Disclaimer: my own personal opinion, please!]: Lots of clean water and fresh squeezed fruit and vegetable juices! Much prayer and personal Bible reading and study. I am fast introducing the correct types of fruit for ME-- Tom Schuckman, but my daughter, Sarah, is coaching me, confidentially, for free, because she cares about poor old Dad so he can be there for his 2 beautiful grand children. I believe her to be a well studied, super knowledgeable Nutritionist and expert in her field, and she manages this all with 2 darling kids pulling at her aprons strings all day, and ready to have another 'little one.' Please pray for her salvation too.
A new development: I am now able to take large full- lung capacity breaths of air, because of the loss of weight and some belly fat!! Woo-Woo! But I need to lose another 99 pounds by Sept 1-- just my own personal goal [that needs to be set, realistically, IMHO].
I don't have the time right now to search out the scripture, but Jesus made the statement in one of the Gospels about the local Pharisees walking around pompously, 'heaping huge loads/ burdens of rabbinical rules personal teachings upon the common people-- that THEY personally would not budge with their little finger!! Of course we are all sinners and imperfect, but something significant happened [was said] the other day when I was in KMH.
Ponder on this: Does it really matter WHO is caring for a wounded man on the side of a road who needs basic attention and physical needs-- even if it WERE a Samaritan, or even a HEATHEN???? Duh... As a fellow sinner and humble servant of the Lord, I am bound and required to forgive all my brothers, at least 77 times, right [Ha! Just kidding]. I just felt a huge inner embarrassment for one of my best friends having done 99% of all the 'heavy lifting' for me, even my Patient Advocate and POA [Power of Attorney] because there simply were no "church members" who could be trusted, nor had the where with all, and desire to help me with my bloody operation last Tuesday, June 14th, 2011-- and then comes along a pompous old 'brother' laying on such a PERSONAL question, wrong place, wrong time, and in the wrong setting, and way! You be the judge. Maybe I am a loose cannon lately or have it wrong, but I felt embarrassment for Bill. And today I found out that Bill's son was upset about that kind of questioning of his wounded in action, well recognized, heroic, Disabled Vietnam Veteran Father! If I do have it all wrong, I will apologize to the right people and delete this Blog post-- and think much harder before I write anything more. I guess that much of it had to doing with 'timing' and the way it came out-- came across to everyone in that hospital room. James 2:17 says, "Even so faith, if it hath not works, is dead, being alone." But read the whole short book to get the gist of this small, short Book of James, please. What is really meant by that short scripture is: All the right motives, kind words, preaching, teaching, will NOT help some poor sister or brother if there is no one who will physically care for their needs!! Yes! I have seen too many "Sayers of the Word-- rather than DO'ER's of the Word!" Bill Tippett, was one of the very few who knew how to HELP me with the logistical, physical aspects of my painful, traumatic knee operation, being there for me-- when all the others only paid me LIP SERVICE!! And I was loathe to see him examined to see if he was "fit" to be in my presents. Now... how shall we explain this discourtesy to Bill's son? Tell me, please, if you think that I am too defensive or thin-skinned.
I am doing very well, and now the OTHER VA goofed up knee I call my "bad knee !" Boy! Do I have ample proof and ammunition NOW that my "newly replaced Knee" by a top of the line, real expert, actually feels BETTER than the old "VA- Knee" done last Dec. 6th, at VAMC-Milwaukee! I know--it sounds like I am trying to mix you up or tell a joke-- but it's the real TRUTH! And we can be sure that this won't be the last of the issue. Please forgive me if I break this one confidence, but the good Dr. JS told me yesterday morning that the general consensus in the operating room on June 14th, 2011, that my Left knee was the most "rotten" knee-joint that they had ever seen !! Soooo, that means that my pain level and much needed pain meds were a stark reality-- when the PCP- VA "doctor" said pretty much it was "all in my head' , and the preacher man echoed some of the same sentiments. Conclusion: If you have a real 'gut- feeling' that something is wrong with real, extra-ordinary PAIN-- you are probably RIGHT. And doctors and preachers are fully capable of lying and making many mistakes !! you may share this sensitive post if you like, or comment below.
Have a great day, dear friends.
Warm Regards,
Tom tschuckman@aol.com
Hi Folks,
I am so full of good vibrations and thoughts to where I have to calm myself down this morning! Every single day and night I make incredible 'quantum leaps' in healing, personal rehab, abilities, attitude, getting closer to the Lord, etc. I am home alone, where I should be [but a Kenosha Visiting Nurse will come here tomorrow], with less pain in the "new knee" post-op recovery-- having taken a major defecation and SHOWER all by myself!! [sorry about the base, common description, friends... but this is a major 'achievement' for me... lol]. My dear old Mom even laughs at my 'colorful speech.' I love her dearly-- she has been there with me in spirit all the way-- all the time, even as she is LEGALLY BLIND! Pray that she accepts the Lord and Salvation before He does come...please. Thanks.
I contorted [painfully] my Left leg after the shower on the bed to rub some much needed skin cream to my dry feet, ankles and calves-- but I bet that I probably did better than that 'Ghetto Rehab' place I almost got suckered into in Kenosha-- Sheridan Medical Complex, 8400 Sheridan Rod. 262-658-4141. And yes, I do feel confident enough to put that name and address in print after me and my good friend and Christian, Bill Tippett saw yesterday!! They MAY get a visit from a 'State agency' depending on what mood I am in tomorrow... lol. Dear wife, Sharon was an expert in sharing and posting those sharp, meaningful 'contacts' to "clean up" a small part of that horrible Rehab and 'Nursing Home' Industry mess! That is truly a well hidden horror story that needs to be addressed in good time. Except that this is NOT that much time in June 2011. But then again-- the Lord will clean everything up, in His own good time.
While I am NOT saying that I DON'T have a 'long row to hoe', I am mildly ecstatic at my fast progress today on Monday, 6-20-11, and I never forget who my Lord and Benefactor is, either! I need to thank the wonderful surgical 'dream team' with Dr. James Shapiro, again, for working what I call, 'a minor miracle'--- and what must seem to him as mere child's play... lol. And if this isn't a super dark indictment against the blatant screw ups of the Milwaukee VA, [yes, our VA system--Gov't at work--you remember all the grand promises-- of OBAMA-CARE! Ha!] --then I don't know what is ! The more Disabled Veterans I talk to, the more horror stories I hear that mirror my own... sorry. "I calls 'em like I sees 'em." (sic). Hey... I wonder how many people even KNOW what (sic) means... lol !
I am walking more freely around the house with 2 canes, but I also use my sturdy 'walker' too. The doctor and his staff should be calling me soon to set up a schedule for in-home Rehab therapy.
OK, Folks, here is my much sought after secret of losing the weight and fast healing [Disclaimer: my own personal opinion, please!]: Lots of clean water and fresh squeezed fruit and vegetable juices! Much prayer and personal Bible reading and study. I am fast introducing the correct types of fruit for ME-- Tom Schuckman, but my daughter, Sarah, is coaching me, confidentially, for free, because she cares about poor old Dad so he can be there for his 2 beautiful grand children. I believe her to be a well studied, super knowledgeable Nutritionist and expert in her field, and she manages this all with 2 darling kids pulling at her aprons strings all day, and ready to have another 'little one.' Please pray for her salvation too.
A new development: I am now able to take large full- lung capacity breaths of air, because of the loss of weight and some belly fat!! Woo-Woo! But I need to lose another 99 pounds by Sept 1-- just my own personal goal [that needs to be set, realistically, IMHO].
I don't have the time right now to search out the scripture, but Jesus made the statement in one of the Gospels about the local Pharisees walking around pompously, 'heaping huge loads/ burdens of rabbinical rules personal teachings upon the common people-- that THEY personally would not budge with their little finger!! Of course we are all sinners and imperfect, but something significant happened [was said] the other day when I was in KMH.
Ponder on this: Does it really matter WHO is caring for a wounded man on the side of a road who needs basic attention and physical needs-- even if it WERE a Samaritan, or even a HEATHEN???? Duh... As a fellow sinner and humble servant of the Lord, I am bound and required to forgive all my brothers, at least 77 times, right [Ha! Just kidding]. I just felt a huge inner embarrassment for one of my best friends having done 99% of all the 'heavy lifting' for me, even my Patient Advocate and POA [Power of Attorney] because there simply were no "church members" who could be trusted, nor had the where with all, and desire to help me with my bloody operation last Tuesday, June 14th, 2011-- and then comes along a pompous old 'brother' laying on such a PERSONAL question, wrong place, wrong time, and in the wrong setting, and way! You be the judge. Maybe I am a loose cannon lately or have it wrong, but I felt embarrassment for Bill. And today I found out that Bill's son was upset about that kind of questioning of his wounded in action, well recognized, heroic, Disabled Vietnam Veteran Father! If I do have it all wrong, I will apologize to the right people and delete this Blog post-- and think much harder before I write anything more. I guess that much of it had to doing with 'timing' and the way it came out-- came across to everyone in that hospital room. James 2:17 says, "Even so faith, if it hath not works, is dead, being alone." But read the whole short book to get the gist of this small, short Book of James, please. What is really meant by that short scripture is: All the right motives, kind words, preaching, teaching, will NOT help some poor sister or brother if there is no one who will physically care for their needs!! Yes! I have seen too many "Sayers of the Word-- rather than DO'ER's of the Word!" Bill Tippett, was one of the very few who knew how to HELP me with the logistical, physical aspects of my painful, traumatic knee operation, being there for me-- when all the others only paid me LIP SERVICE!! And I was loathe to see him examined to see if he was "fit" to be in my presents. Now... how shall we explain this discourtesy to Bill's son? Tell me, please, if you think that I am too defensive or thin-skinned.
I am doing very well, and now the OTHER VA goofed up knee I call my "bad knee !" Boy! Do I have ample proof and ammunition NOW that my "newly replaced Knee" by a top of the line, real expert, actually feels BETTER than the old "VA- Knee" done last Dec. 6th, at VAMC-Milwaukee! I know--it sounds like I am trying to mix you up or tell a joke-- but it's the real TRUTH! And we can be sure that this won't be the last of the issue. Please forgive me if I break this one confidence, but the good Dr. JS told me yesterday morning that the general consensus in the operating room on June 14th, 2011, that my Left knee was the most "rotten" knee-joint that they had ever seen !! Soooo, that means that my pain level and much needed pain meds were a stark reality-- when the PCP- VA "doctor" said pretty much it was "all in my head' , and the preacher man echoed some of the same sentiments. Conclusion: If you have a real 'gut- feeling' that something is wrong with real, extra-ordinary PAIN-- you are probably RIGHT. And doctors and preachers are fully capable of lying and making many mistakes !! you may share this sensitive post if you like, or comment below.
Have a great day, dear friends.
Warm Regards,
Tom tschuckman@aol.com
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