Tarzan's Jane

Simple superb! Wonderful to see you looking so great Jen. I went and picked up a DVD made by one of the trainers on the TV program "The Biggest Loser". The workout was all of 20 minutes (level 1) consisted of cardio, strength and abs. It was brutal...I had difficulty walking for the next few days...even lowering myself to sit on the potty was painful. I absolutely hate every second of it....haven't done jumping jacks since highschool....the only part I like is the "cooling down". But I'll stick to it....if you can do all that, I can certainly "feel the burn" for 20 minutes a day. Anyhow...I just wanted to say hello and tell you how excited I am for you. Thanks for sharing Jen's story Wayne. I'll just give you an update on my Pops. He passed away February 18, 2012. I was by his side and I was just so relieved for him when he finally left. Two days later, he came to me in my dream and asked me to not speak about his final hour anymore. He went on to say that his life was more than that last 60 minutes. And so I will honour his request and I have much comfort knowing he is home and that I will see him again. Although I will say this...the night before he passed....he told the nurse, "I've been seeing people that I haven't seen in a long time." Then he asks the nurse "Am I still here?" (He thought he had already passed.) Take care and God Bless

I'm so happy for Jen, you and the rest of your family. I've been pre-occupied with my own family heartache but when OFC comes into mind I think of Jen and the relief I feel for all of you. Just a little update on my Pops. He is terminal. The morphine is helping....for now. And the anti-depressants, I believe, are helping him to cope. I'm not too sure though as I have fears about what's to come. I can only ask God to please have mercy on him. But hearing and see Jen doing so well is super news! God Bless.

I think the toughest call would be the one where you disregard the needs of your family only to wake one day with the knowledge that some other man has taken over. Take care and protect that which you hold the most dear to your heart. 5 years is nothing - time really does fly. Enjoy your girls - enjoy your wife. All the best.

An ordinary phone until you can pay for anything more should suffice. Don't pay the bill Dad. I'm just being nasty because my 17 year old wants a BB and I am NOT paying for any of it....I told him to get a second job.

I enjoyed that....your son looks so much like you! Nice pics!

Bloody hell....I feel so bad for you. I hope something special happens which will allow you to get yet another camera.

Very nice pics....don't get rid of your camera!

Thanks so much everyone....it truly is a comfort knowing that others are praying for him.

Hi everyone, I would like to hold my Pops up and into your thoughts. He is so ill with stage 3 lung cancer. He finished 33 radiation treatments the end of June. Had two more chemotherapy sessions left this month but the doctor cancelled them. I had taken two weeks off work to help with the driving to his radiation treatments, I thought it was working. I went to visit him last weekend and oh my God I can't get out of my mind what I saw on his back. Brutal, just brutal. He has a burn from the radiation the size of a dinner roll plate I'm guessing 8" in diameter. His skin is purple and red and peeling. I don't want to think that he isn't going to make it - but I need to get ready. I don't think he weighs 90 lbs....they are to start him on oxygen. His eyes are different....it's like life is leaving him. I was told last night that he will be going into care August 2, 2011. I am hopeful that he will come back home. He is only 68 years young. Please say a prayer for Gary. Thanks Nancy

I'll trade ya my 17 year old know it all. Very sweet little man you have there.

Hi Cliff... If I could turn back time...would you be my Daddy?

Excellent news....I feel so happy for all of you. Jen - You Go Girl!!

I too have been away but thought of Jen a lot. Thank you Jesus. What a relief! Jen is special and is needed here. Wishing you a very successful recovery Jen.

That was a fun read! Love the pics and videos especially the last video - the look on your face is priceless!! Great that you had Mike as your guide - what a nice looking young man. Very nice holiday you both had - thanks for sharing.

Very nice....great on Canada to be so warm and welcoming. Thanks for posting.

This day has come pretty quick. May God have his hand in performing the surgery. We are thinking of you Jen and pray that all will go well. Looking forward to good news. Nancy

Great 1st post....nice fish x2. I too remember Gerritt working on that boat - good for you

Thanks....I wouldn't have a clue what they are selling....I just appreciate their information. And I believe that knowledge is power even though it can cause much concern and stress. Anyhow....I've done what will help me sleep well at night.

Very nice....love the pictures, congrats on being recognized. I will always remember my first "Goldfish" with PHOTOZ....mega fun!

Interesting.... But so is this: Scientific evidence and facts In Comparative Study of Food Prepared Conventionally and in the Microwave Oven, published by Raum & Zelt in 1992, at 3(2): 43, it states "A basic hypothesis of natural medicine states that the introduction into the human body of molecules and energies, to which it is not accustomed, is much more likely to cause harm than good. Microwaved food contains both molecules and energies not present in food cooked in the way humans have been cooking food since the discovery of fire. Microwave energy from the sun and other stars is direct current based. Artificially produced microwaves, including those in ovens, are produced from alternating current and force a billion or more polarity reversals per second in every food molecule they hit. Production of unnatural molecules is inevitable. Naturally occurring amino acids have been observed to undergo isomeric changes (changes in shape morphing) as well as transformation into toxic forms, under the impact of microwaves produced in ovens. One short-term study found significant and disturbing changes in the blood of individuals consuming microwaved milk and vegetables. Eight volunteers ate various combinations of the same foods cooked different ways. All foods that were processed through the microwave ovens caused changes in the blood of the volunteers. Hemoglobin levels decreased and over all white cell levels and cholesterol levels increased. Lymphocytes decreased. Luminescent (light-emitting) bacteria were employed to detect energetic changes in the blood. Significant increases were found in the luminescence of these bacteria when exposed to blood serum obtained after the consumption of microwaved food." The Swiss clinical study Dr. Hans Ulrich Hertel, who is now retired, worked as a food scientist for many years with one of the major Swiss food companies that do business on a global scale. A few years ago, he was fired from his job for questioning certain processing procedures that denatured the food. In 1991, he and a Lausanne University professor published a research paper indicating that food cooked in microwave ovens could pose a greater risk to health than food cooked by conventional means. An article also appeared in issue 19 of the Journal Franz Weber in which it was stated that the consumption of food cooked in microwave ovens had cancerous effects on the blood. The research paper itself followed the article. On the cover of the magazine there was a picture of the Grim Reaper holding a microwave oven in one of his hands. Dr. Hertel was the first scientist to conceive and carry out a quality clinical study on the effects microwaved nutrients have on the blood and physiology of the human body. His small but well controlled study showed the degenerative force produced in microwave ovens and the food processed in them. The scientific conclusion showed that microwave cooking changed the nutrients in the food; and, changes took place in the participants' blood that could cause deterioration in the human system. Hertel's scientific study was done along with Dr. Bernard H. Blanc of the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology and the University Institute for Biochemistry. There is so much more: http://www.health-science.com/microwave_hazards.html I prefer to error on the side of caution and I thank and respect those that have done the research and have not hidden the findings. Nancy Who invented microwave ovens? The Nazis, for use in their mobile support operations, originally developed microwave "radiomissor" cooking ovens to be used for the invasion of Russia. By being able to utilize electronic equipment for preparation of meals on a mass scale, the logistical problem of cooking fuels would have been eliminated, as well as the convenience of producing edible products in a greatly reduced time-factor. After the war, the Allies discovered medical research done by the Germans on microwave ovens. These documents, along with some working microwave ovens, were transferred to the United States War Department and classified for reference and "further scientific investigation." The Russians had also retrieved some microwave ovens and now have thorough research on their biological effects. As a result, their use was outlawed in the Soviet Union. The Soviets issued an international warning on the health hazards, both biological and environmental, of microwave ovens and similar frequency electronic devices. Other Eastern European scientists also reported the harmful effects of microwave radiation and set up strict environmental limits for their usage. The United States has not accepted the European reports of harmful effects, even though the EPA estimates that radio frequency and microwave radiation sources in America are increasing at 15% per year. Now that just makes me angry!

And thank you for the info on the Book. I hope I can stay calm as I tend to get so angry and pissed off at how little I know and how much has been kept from me.

Those were the good old days Lew!! Sure would be great if we could turn things around but it may be a little too late for some booboos. I for one stay clear of microwave ovens..... Came upon a report from a child that did a school project on the affects that water has on plants after being put in the microwave. Not sure if you can Google it or not, but here is the jist of it. The student had two identical plants, one he watered with tap water the other with microwave water that had cooled. Guess which plant died.....yep the microwave watered one. For me....that there is proof enough to keep away from microwaves. I don't need to spend any money or tempt the fates more than I need to.

I spoke with my son this morning who is an officer. Funny how he tends to call me whenever an officer dies or comes close to dying. I love my son very much and I am so honored to be his Mom. It makes me feel good that he is able to talk with me about the sorrow he feels for his fellow officer and at the same time I just pray that I never stop getting his phone calls. My deepest condolences to this officer's family and friends.

It's a shame and a tad hard to take when those close to us start to get sick. I'm learning much from them and so wanted to share a bit with you all. 1. Digestive Enzymes - very useful in helping to digest our food. Benificial to those with Chrohn's and irritable bowel and also for anyone who experiences bloating after a meal. Pretty much we have overworked our liver and intestines from eating cooked foods. We must eat more veggies - MUST. 2. Hot Water and Lemon - every morning before you have a coffee or anything else, drink 1 cup (8 oz) of hot water with 1/4 - 1/2 squeezed fresh lemon. (I use 1/4 of lemon because I found the 1/2 a tad strong) It gives your stomach a hug and kick starts your digestive system....aids in detoxifying our system. 3. Vitamin E, D3 and Omega 3 - for an irritable liver. Prior to going this route you must have a blood test. Just recently a loved one had a blood test and was told to start taking these and no more than 2 alcoholic drinks a day because he has an irritable liver. His is not due to excessive alcohol...but rather due to his diet. Not enough Vitamin D and Omega 3. If you live in a colder country like Canada, you need Vitamin D3 (Vitamin D3 is more easily absorbed in our body) And as we get older, we need more. 4. Water - drink 8 cups of water a day. Not just any liquid....WATER! I could go into more detail regarding the above....but decided to leave that up to you to investigate further on your own should you see fit. Good Health to All