F.R.O.G. it…
June 17, 2008
F.R.O.G. it - what’s that?…
Everyone has a story to tell. There isn’t a person on this earth without a story of his or her own. What makes mine unique? It is the invaluable wealth of knowledge and insight into God’s heart and mind that my family received during our cancer journey. To know our story - you’ll learn some from this web site, but ultimately you’ll have to read the book “The Tear Catcher” - God’s Hand In Your Heartache to understand the whole story.
Having said that - “everyone has a story to tell” and I’d like to share some of my ”f.r.o.g. moments” with you. In return, you can share your own f.r.o.g. (Fully Rely On God) moments that you’ve encountered and have been blessed with. That way, others can ultimately be blessed by your stories too. By doing so, you’ll give true life behind …the “frog that hops around, keep on ‘a hoppin’ around.”
Enjoy the fun and always remember to “F.r.o.g. It!”
Love & Angel Kisses,
Lynn
Hi Lynn: We met through a dear friend, Jeanie Schroeder. I definitely have had to f.r.o.g. it…In January of 2005 I went to see my doctor for the results of a CT scan to look at my gallbladder and found out that I had cancer in every bone in my body. After much testing it turned out to be stage IV metastatic breast cancer, although they never found the primary. The doctors at that point gave me 6 to 9 months to live–I was 43, had 3 boys, had recently gone through a divorce and felt I was getting back on my feet again and getting my life back under “my control”. Then this happened and the rug was pulled out from under me—I was confused, scared, angry and then realized I didn’t need to be. God is in control and has been from day one. There really was nothing that the doctors could do and they didn’t give me much hope, but it is now 3 1/2 years later and besides not having much hair, I am doing very, very well. The doctors have even admitted that I am a miracle; they have no other explanation. I still receive chemo, besides my bones, my cancer has been found in my liver–filling my liver at one point and a couple of months ago on a repeat CT scan, the doctors had a hard time finding any cancer in my liver at all.
People are amazed when I say I am divorced and have cancer and am the happiest I have ever been in my life. Why? Because I gave God total control and He gave me peace–more than I could have imagined. I have no idea what God has planned for me and this cancer and there are hard days, especially when I forget who really is in control. At this point though I am taking one day at a time, spending time with my boys, family and friends, and trying to do what God wants me to do to spread His word.
I am very anxious to read your book. God Bless You!
Comment by Karen Runnoe — June 26, 2008 @ 4:35 pm
Good Morning Lynn (our “other” daughter):
Bruce is absolutly right, you have a gift for writing and also your poem. Yours is the first book which held my attention and I’ve read it from cover to cover. First time ever I sat and read 20 chapters without moving!! What a witness for God you all are, to God be the glory!!
I read those 20 chapters July 12th and when went I went to church on Sunday, the 13th, I felt a sense of community at Trinity for the first time since we joined. Mainly because I’d read about so many Trinity members (which I know) who ministered to you, Bruce and the entire family. It always takes time when you change chursh to have a sense of belonging and we’ve missed our church in Sioux City for a long time. I understand more now about the caring community that Trinity is, and I’m glad we are members. This was a God move for us to join Trinity.
-The entire book give God the glory, recognizing His daily step-by-step presence which is so awesome. At our church (Redeemer) in Sioux City, we always said there is no such thing as luck or coincedence, but the old human nature wants to go there. I always thinkg of Job and his loses yet he never waivered in his faith. Last week on Dr. David Jeremiah’s radio program, he talked about Job, his losses, his faith and I couldn’t help but think of you, Bruce, Blake and Nicole.
I love the story about Jennifer and the frog because she had told us about that when it happened. Also, I loved the way the lighters chapters intertwined with the heavey chapters, which helped me to get through the tough parts.
I am a thinker, I find I’m thinking more consciously about seeing God in my daily life and calling upon Him, which is the result of reading your book!! All glory be to God, thank you Lynn.
I could probably keep going on and one, but as I said I’m a thinker and as time goes on I know more will keep coming to mind as I walk through my daily life with God.
God bless you, Lynn, Blake and Nicole as you daily walk with Him.
Love and Angel Kisses,
Connie (your “other” Mom)
Comment by Jim and Connie Bump — July 14, 2008 @ 6:54 am
Karen,
I just finished the book and it was amazing. I have had extended family and friends with cancer and I happen to be at a Christian store in Altoona, Iowa and there was Lynn Mackenzie signing her new book. I spoke with her and was intriqued and decided I would buy her book and read it. I had a had time putting the book down because, I wanted to see if they would continue with their strong faith and they did even when the end Life on earth for Bruce but, he had faith even in the tough times but, he was also human and had some down time. You must read the book. Peggy - Altoona, Iowa
Comment by Peggy Harmeyer — August 10, 2008 @ 5:57 am
Hey Lynn,
Thanks for letting me know about the book. As you know my Mom passed away after a long 12 years with cancer. I always keep a stuffed toy frog nearby so I can be reminded to F.ully R.ely O.n G.OD
Please let me know where I can purchase your book. I am anxious to read it.
Comment by Karen Hansen — August 12, 2008 @ 7:10 pm
Vja264 Thanks for good post
Comment by johnny — December 29, 2008 @ 8:08 pm
Hi, cool site, good writing
Comment by slefeNabSlasy — February 9, 2009 @ 9:23 pm