Geral's Birthday

Geral's birthday is Tuesday, Dec. 4 and we were going to try to have birthday cake at the nursing home around 6:30 that evening, if anyone else would like to/be able to come. We will try to use the same room we did this in before a few years ago. I don't think he would really need or have room for any gifts. He doesn't eat sweets or snacks hardly at all. Our attention would probably be the gift he would enjoy the most! Also, does anyone have any information on Willie T?

Thanksgiving

We had a good singing tonight. I'm thankful for that! I'm very thankful to be a part of New Georgia. Ya'll are such an encouragement. I'm thankful that my girls made it home safely for a holiday visit. And I'm thankful for LOTS of other things that would fill up pages of this blog. What are some of the things YOU'RE thankful for?

Let's remember Willie T. She's in a terrific amount of pain in her back. She has an appointment Monday at the Spine Center in Madison.
James C. is still having trouble getting his sugar regulated with insulin.
Bert has been having a good bit of pain in her knees.

Pray without ceasing!
Steve

Update on Joseph

Mary Faye called a few minutes ago. They did another cat scan on Joseph and didn't find anything. They decided he was having a migraine and started giving him some IV pain medication.

POT LUCK!!!!

This is Ashley (I'm writing from my mother's account until I can get my own up and running) and I just wanted to let everyone know that some of us thought that it was time that we had a pot luck. We have the lunchroom at LCHS reserved for Saturday night, November 17th - I hope this is a convenient date for everyone to come. Bring a dish and/or a drink (There is an ice machine in the lunchroom). Also, bring any games that you may want to play. We plan to eat around 6:00. Please help me pass the word to others so that everyone is included. Hope to see you there!
Ashley

Sarah

Doris said that Sarah's procedure went well. She has 4 stiches in her head, but is doing fine.

Thursday's update

Several were not feeling well enough to be out with us Wednesday night: James & Willa Jean, Betty Boyd, Willie T & Gloria Peek. There could be others.
Eugene is to get the results of his stress test back today.
Daniel Burns has to have a stress test next Wednesday. He's been having some chest pain and the doctor thinks there is fluid around his heart.
Sarah's surgery is tomorrow morning.
Everyone keep our gospel meeting in your prayers.
Steve

Hagan Cooper's passing

Hagan Cooper passed away suddenly this morning. Apparently he was loading some cows and had a heart attack. The services are pending, but will probably be at Elkins.
Brother Cooper worked hard in the Lord's vineyard and was certainly loved by many.
Steve

Sarah's surgery

Doris wanted everyone to know that Sarah's surgery to remove the cyst on her head will be FRIDAY at Huntsville Hospital, not Thursday.
Keep her in your prayers.
Steve

November 1st current and future happenings

• Eugene Cagle has a stress test today.
• Willie T. is going to the doctor for the problem she's having in her hips.
• Donna has a doctor's appointment in B'ham today.
• Brian and Amy are still here (Natalie came up to me last night after church and said "I am here" after I'd announced that they were out of town. Apparently their trying to get everyone well enough to travel)
• Remember our Gospel Meeting November 11-14. Announcement fliers are available at the building and the info is also posted on our website -- NewGeorgiaChurch.com

What's the story on Karla hitting the deer? I gathered from what Tonya told me that she wasn't hurt. Did it mess up her truck? And more importantly, did the deer have antlers? ;-)

Steve

Charlotte's Good News

Just wanted to let everyone know that Charlotte called yesterday and she received good news. Her doctor told her that her lungs have had significant improvement. God has answered many prayers.

I'll try it too

Even though this feels too much like public speaking to me, I will give it a whirl.... Jena & Tim are traveling to the Smokies this morning with Tim B.'s family, to stay for a few days. Seems like my family is having trouble staying in the same state lately....

Good day!

We had a good day today. It was great to see the 23 extra Cagles there this morning. Willa Jean told them that's what she wanted for her 80th birthday!
Amy, Lana and Sandi were all out tonight with migraines -- must be something in the Fall air.
Brian was telling me after church that his grandmother Carol Drain has ovarian cancer. They were able to remove about 90% of it, but didn't get it all apparently. He's going to see her in Waycross, GA later this week.
I overheard that the Richardsons are on their way back, and they went to church in Dumas, TX today. Seems like they've been gone forever!
Thanks to all the ladies for the gifts for my Mom. I think we'll give her one each day -- a daily pick-me-up. BTW, anyone who wants to stop in and visit with Mom is welcome anytime. She usually naps from about 1:00 to 3:30 every afternoon, but other than that, she'd be up to see anyone anytime.
We've got lots of things to pray about and to be thankful for.
brotherly,
Steve

Okay, I will try it!

Can't have Cathy getting all the praise, so I'll have to give it a try! So sorry about Carolyn's diagnosis. I hope, and am praying, that all goes well.

Ashley and Dustin are on their way home! They spent the night near Oklahoma City and expect to be home before dark, if the Lord is willing. It has been almost three weeks since Gloria and I have seen our babies. Of course with cell phones, they have been in constant contact. Please pray for their safe return home. I think the rest of the crew will probably start home within the next few days.

Greetings

I believe that I am now officially a blogger. Thanks to Steve for mentioning Carolyn. We do ask for all your prayers on her behalf. We are searching for thyroid surgeons in Birmingham. If you know of someone who has had thyroid surgery, please let us know. The more information we have the better.

I apologize for being so long on the directory. Hopefully, I will be able to finish it next week. Be sure you make any changes you need to before then.

Early morning post

Well, it's about 5:30 in the morning and mom just called me into her room for the second time tonight to ask if it is time to go to preaching. ;-)
I was sorry to hear that Carolyn's lab report came back positive for thyroid cancer. This kind of thing always creates a lot of anxiety. Everyone remember to keep her and the family in your prayers.
I forgot to announce that the Cagle's sister Shirley had a fall and is not doing well.
I also forgot to mention that Cathy wants everyone to check the directory in the foyer to make sure that your information is accurate, before she does a re-printing.

We missed several families Wednesday night, and I need to call to see how they're doing; off the top of my head the Adams, Boyds, Gautneys x 2, and Fields were all out and of course all the Richardson clan was still traveling.

In blogging news, several have gone through the process of signing up and can now author original posts themselves. So post already!

Steve

About making new posts...

Ok, I thought that anyone could just start a new post, but apparently I have to add your email address to my "administrators' permissions" Soooo, everyone who wants to start new posts (and hopefully that's everyone) send me an e-mail from the e-mail account you used to register for your google membership.
Send to stevexpnt@aol.com
Steve

Enjoyed the Singing! Here's the news:

Among those not feeling well enough to be out with us tonight were Bert, Ruth, Betty, Joyce and the Maxwells.
Willie T is having lots problems with her hips.
Much of the Richardson clan is traveling. Does anyone have an update????

TIP: I've just discovered that you can view a post and its comments better by clicking on the underlined title. Try clicking on "Something new" below and see what I mean. Of course, most of you probably already knew that.

Steve

Something new

Well, this is an experiment to encourage even better closeness and communication among us at New Georgia. I'm hoping that this blog will be a place where we can post updates on the sick, those who need prayers, or just talk about what's going on in our lives. Feel free to comment and add your 2 cents. I think that you should be able to comment by clicking on the "comments" link below. If you want your comment to appear on this page, click on "new post" above (you might have to sign up for a google account to do this).
brotherly,
Steve