[TexasCowboy]

I agree; Texas is not the only place to find cowboys, and appreciation of and for the cowboy state of mind is not concentrated in Texas, in my opinion.
Opinions based on experiences are the only way to judge the degree of cowboyism which exist in any area of the country because an absolute definition of the cowboy mentality doesn't exist.

I have been in many discussions debates cuss fight arguments with horse owners who think, "The Horse Whisperer", is a true story, and horses are God's gift to mankind second only to salvation.
I don't go there anymore.

Today and tomorrow are my completely off days. All the tests and scans are run.
Friday they'll immobilize the tumor with an angiogram precedure, and block off it's blood supply so it will begin to die.
The surgery day to remove the tumor and broken femur has been set tentatively for Monday the 13th.

Thank you, dear friends, for your support and prayer.
I'm going into this thing with God's peace surrounding me.
I have no fear. God's shield is protecting me.

God bless you all.

[WhyisaTexasgirlinPA]

What? No beautiful nurses coming into to poke and prod? You've got to think of something Cowboy - we all know how much you love those pretty nurses...............

[LadyX]

"The surgery day to remove the tumor and broken femur has been set tentatively for Monday the 13th."

Whad I Wanna Know Iz...

"How are *all of us* supporting yew
gonna fit in one small operating room?!!"

LOLOL

Well - at least God can crowd a million of His angels into each square inch to watch over you and the surgeons, so it doesn't matter..:))

============================================== With you All The Way, Gyrene, holdin' yer hand --

Maggie Marine

[68-69TonkinGulfYachtClub]

http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1380134/posts?page=3649#3649

Up to minute report from Texas Cowboy

God Bless You Brother!

[Mrs.Nooseman]

Thanks for the update TC!

My prayers are always with you!

[StarCMC]

Love ya TC.

[The Mayor]

June 8, 2005

A Crooked Generation

Read:
Philippians 2:12-16

Do all things without complaining and disputing, that you may become blameless and harmless . . . in the midst of a crooked and perverse generation. —Philippians 2:14-15

Bible In One Year: Proverbs 25-28

You could call today's generation "crooked and perverse," just as Paul described his own generation in Philippians 2:15. Even Moses would have understood what Paul was talking about, for he said of Israel, "They have corrupted themselves; they are not His children, because of their blemish: a perverse and crooked generation" (Deuteronomy 32:5).

Crookedness refers to the means by which people accomplish their objectives—doing whatever it takes to get what they want. Shortcuts to success are applauded. Some even boast about how they circumvent the law.

Perversion refers to the way people distort the truth. For example, I heard about three teenagers who wanted to end their stay in a youth hostel long before their expected departure. They angrily insisted that the manager return their nonrefundable deposit. When he finally gave in and the three teens were on their way out, they exclaimed to the hostel's other guests that they had been forced to leave.

We may sometimes get hurt by the crooked behavior and distorted thinking of people. But we are called to be "blameless and harmless" and to "shine as lights in the world" (Philippians 2:15).

Let's show the world a different way of living. —Albert Lee

We are called with a holy calling
The light of the world to be,
To lift up the lamp of the Savior
That others His light may see. —Anon.

The straight and narrow way is God's way for a crooked generation.

FOR FURTHER STUDY
Right & Wrong

[Soaring Feather]

Holding you up before the Throne of Grace.

[Auntbee]

Continued prayers for you TC. You have a lot of support throughout the US and probably beyond.

[Iowa Granny]

Hugs & Smooches to you Big Guy.

Prayers, too.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Sending prayers, TC, for you and your doctors.

Toby & Willie ~ Whiskey For My Men

[dandelion]

My prayers are with you, dear Texan!!

[WV Mountain Mama]

God bless you, TC! More prayers on the way!

[JustAmy]

Thanks for the ping, Tonk.

Good morning, Cowboy. It's so good to get these updates. You are in our thoughts and prayers. I know that with God's help, you will beat this demon.

A Cowboy's Guide to Life

1. Don't squat with your spurs on.

2. Don't interfere with something that ain't bothering you none.

3. If you find yourself in a hole, the first thing to do is stop digging.

4. Always drink upstream from the herd.

5. Telling a man to git and making him do it are two entirely different propositions.

6. When you give a personal lesson in meanness to a critter or to a person don't be surprised if they learn their lesson.

7. If you're riding ahead of the herd, take a look back every now and then to make sure it's still back there.

8. The quickest way to double your money is to fold it over and put it back in your pocket.

9. If you get to thinking you're a person of some influence, try ordering somebody else's dog around.

10. And never, ever, miss a good opportunity to shut up.

~~~~~~~ Ta Da ~~~~~~~

[Mustng959]

Good Luck to you, sir. Your frame of mind and the Lord's protection are powerful allies in your battle. Thoughts and prayers are with you, your family, and for the surgeon's skills. Then enjoy your recuperation with those pretty nurses!

[blackie]

God Bless You TC ~ we're praying for you!

[luvie]

Prayers continue that the angiogram procedure and the surgery to remove the tumor and broken femur will be completely successful and you will be rid of this enemy for good! God be with you and yours in your fight! God guide the doctors' hands as they do the things to make you better. In Jesus's name.......

[humblegunner]

You take care, Hoss.. you let me know what I can do and I'll git 'er done.
We need to get you off the sick list and back on duty!

"Present and/or accounted for" does NOT equal "All present".

[Valin]

Today and tomorrow are my completely off days.

There are those who say everyday you're off..your rocker that is. I'd never say that, but then I don't know you that well.
/smirk

[trussell]

Prayer ping update. See here: http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1380134/posts?page=3649#3649

Please post your replies to TexasCowboy

TexasCowboy, My prayers continue for you TC. God's protection over you. I pray he guides the doctors and sees you to a speedy recovery!

Blessings,
trussell

If you want on/off my prayer ping list, please let me know. All requests happily honored.

[Libertina]

Love you and praying for you TC! So great to get the update from you...