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How to make God Laugh -- Tell him what your plans are!

After the complications with my initial surgery, Plan A, I woke up to find God ROTFLHAO. My Team, Dr and Wife counselors agreed to try,Plan B, hyperbaric treatments. When that too failed I again woke up to find God sitting on the floor holding his side saying " Give me a break you are making me hurt from laughing so hard.

We Went back to Plan C. Plan C is the basic old school tried and true cure for this problem I have. It involves a long healing period to heal the tissue killed by radiation and chemo and then 2 additional major operations and 1 minor operation. All of this takes time. How much time no one will say but if you squeeze them hard enough you can get a date of around Thanks giving out of them with all kinds of caveats and wherefores and whereases and the party of the first part etc.

"When God Gives you Lemons, Make Pound Cake ...................... Or whatever" Not having a great deal of choice that is where we are. So for know, we are shooting for the 25^th of Nov as the date. My problem is that I do not feel badly ( any more so than any one else that just had his throat slit) but I must be tethered to a machine that continuously feeds my high protein gunk through a feeding tube. I am trying to figure ( and will) how I can contribute to my companies bottom line while all of this is happening.

I shan't boor you with the procedures or the history or the histrionics. This AM I was thinking about it and the last time I watched a world series from start to finish was in 1955 when I was in the 8^th grade. That is one of the things that I will do as well as watch a lot of college and Pro football ( again something I have not done since 1955).

I promise to be much more active in my blogging and as I get this wired down from the hospital may be I can do some research for you or what ever. We shall see. Please know how much I care about your all and how much I cherish your thoughts and prayers. I will still not answer you individually yet but shall again soon. Linda, thanks for sending the beautiful blog about our family reunion this last spring.

Good Luck, Good Lending and Aloha.

Posted by Bruce Bourgault, Vice President, Mpro on 09/30/2007 08:21 PM

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29 Comments on How to make God Laugh -- Tell him what your plans are!

Bruce,

I will pray for you. Get well, and enjoy the series.

09/30/2007 08:29 PM

by Jayne Dodgson (Prudential Preferred Realty)

Bruce: May God Bless you and your family and send the healing and comfort you need. I hope you are well just as soon as possible.

09/30/2007 08:29 PM

by Donna Yates, Georgia Realtor, North Georgia Blue Ridge Real Estate (Mountain Investments of North Georgia)

Best wishes Bruce! It's good to see you back to blogging. Enjoy the playoffs and world series. When you pull through this one, you will be the new "Mr. October". By the way, who are your teams? At this point, it is still early but I would love to see the Cubs do it this year. Aloha,

David Kucic RA, ABR, AHWD, e-PRO, GRI
First Sergeant, USA (Ret)
Tropic Lightning Real Estate, Oahu, Hawaii

09/30/2007 08:32 PM

by 1SG (Ret) David J. Kucic Hawaii Relocation/VA Expert (Tropic Lightning Real Estate)

Glad to see your blogging Bruce, you are still on my prayer list.

09/30/2007 08:34 PM

by Missy Caulk Ann Arbor Real Estate (Keller Williams Ann Arbor, Michigan)

Bruce! So good to hear your voice! I want to tell you personally that you have been in our prayers. This is just the post I have been missing from you. It is amazing and incredible that God's plans are not our own, and yet regardless of what we feel, God is always faithful!

09/30/2007 08:39 PM

by Birmingham Alabama Real Estate, Stephen Wolfe (LivingInGreaterBirmingham Team of Powell Properties)

Bruce, I've been thinkingof you since I had not seen any of your blogs in awhile. New you were in the hospital, but didn't know about the complications. Hopefully the docs get you squared away soon so that you can go home and have a normal life. Good luck.

Glad to see that you still have a sense of humor.

Sean Allen
The Mortgage Professionals

09/30/2007 08:43 PM

by International Financing Solutions

Bruce- So nice to hear you, yea sometimes we just have to change the plans.......Good for you that you can find something to entertain yourself...not easy with some of the junk on TV....but Sports...ummm there's a lot.....Your attitude is such an inspiration......God laughing...that line made me smile :) :)

hang in there......

09/30/2007 08:49 PM

by Kathy McGraw ~ Calif Broker (CELLing Realty)

Bruce - Your blog title caught my attention as it was on the first page and I usually go right to the groups that I am familiar with. As I read I am awed at how God strengthens His children to overcome. Your attitude is inspiring. God says He know the plans that He has for us. So you are so right, our plans are probably pretty funny to God. I will be praying for you as you recover. Enjoy your time with God as He prepares you for what He has planned for you to do!

I will look for your blog posts!

09/30/2007 09:16 PM

by Sue Shockley (Setting the Space)

Hi Bruce ! I'm glad to see you blogging away again and very relieved to hear that things are going better now and that there is a definite plan in place. Also that your spirits are up....you sound just like yourself again.
(((-:

I'll continue to keep you in my talks with the Great Mystery and look forward to our hot dog day...

hugs to you and Linda,

09/30/2007 09:26 PM

by Jo-Anne Smith-Belleville, Quinte and Prince Edward Region Real Estate, Ont. (Royal Lepage Proalliance Realty, Brokerage)

You blogger you. Thanks for giving us an update and we are still wishing you a speedy recovery. Keep up the spirits and will look forward to another update...thanks. Sal

09/30/2007 09:36 PM

by Celeste "SALLY" Cheeseman (RA), HAWAII Real Estate & HAWAII Relocation (Century 21 Liberty Homes -Mililani, Hawaii)

Bruce, I'm so glad to have you back. We've enjoyed Linda's updates but to actually hear from you is awesome. Welcome back. Just because of you - I'll make a point of watching the world series from start to finish - even if I have to TIVO it.

Aloha!

09/30/2007 09:41 PM

by Kate Bourland; Redding Mortgage, Loss Mitigation, Money Merge Accounts (Windsor Capital, Dyer Beech & U First Financial)

Bruce, love to see you back.....isn't God's sense of humor just a riot? :) Get well soon Bruce!

09/30/2007 09:48 PM

by Bill Nazur (Nazur Enterprises, Inc. & BAMG)

Hello, Bruce! So glad to hear from you--didn't know about the complications--thanks for the update.

Take care and I'll be thinking about you and your gracious wife. Enjoy the games and I do hope you're able to blog during breaks. :)

09/30/2007 09:56 PM

by Yolanda Hoversten - Metro East IL Real Estate (Prudential One Realty Centre)

Bruce, good luck. My grandmother won't make a plan without saying "God Willing"! She knows who makes the rules.

09/30/2007 10:15 PM

by Todd & Danielle Millar (Glenn Simon Inc.)

I'm new... still couldn't help but read your blog. I will pray that God's plan is a match with yours. In the event is not, remember, his is better! Take care!

Victoria

09/30/2007 10:54 PM

by Victoria Matias (New Homes Realty, Inc.)

Bruce, you sound so much better...I could tell it in your blogging! I keep you in my prayers if you promise to keep us updated when possible! Keep thinking positive and you will overcome this....besides look at all the time you can spend on AR!

10/01/2007 12:30 AM

by Mary Warren, Las Vegas Real Estate (Keller Williams Southern Nevada)

Bruce, so good to hear your voice again! Remember God's plan is the best plan for you. It takes time to heal properly and it cannot be rushed. So, continue being your patient self, relax, and enjoy watching those baseball and football games!! Hmmmm, does this mean, we're having Hot Dogs for Thanksgiving instead of Turkey?!?!?!

10/01/2007 01:52 AM

by Judi Morgan, San Antonio, TX Real Estate (Coldwell Banker D'Ann Harper, Realtors)

Aaahhh, Bruce. So good to see you back in the rain. My thought are with you daily. Hope your upcoming surgeries go well. Hugs - Nancy

10/01/2007 04:35 AM

by Roswell Georgia Real Estate Agent - Nancy Rivera (RE/MAX Leading Edge in Roswell Ga)

Bruce, it's so good to hear your voice! You picked the right wife, and I'm sure she'll be a HUGE help in keeping your business well taken care of. Again, I'm so glad that you're back!

10/01/2007 08:54 AM

by Options Realty

Bruce, Linda is an excellent blogger, but it's good to have you back at the keyboard. Keep mending, keep blogging, and keep your spirits up. God bless.

10/01/2007 12:37 PM

by Rosario Lewis, GRI ~ DDR Realty, Orange County, NY (DDR Realty)

Your PMA will see you through, Bruce, and I wish you all that you would wish for yourself.

My prayers will be for your wisdom, courage and health.

10/01/2007 05:45 PM

by Alan Mills - Creating Closer Communication (ACN)

Bruce - Nice to "hear" your "voice" again... it won't be long and you'll be talking a mile a minute... Keep up the positive attitude... it's the best thing for you to heal quickly... you are an inspiration to us ALL (8 If you're having Hot Dogs for Turkey Day... will you have Chili instead of Gravy?

10/01/2007 05:59 PM

by nwRealty.com

Bruce you are certainly an inspiration to many. Thank you for taking time to share with us during all that is happening with you. I will continue to pray for your strength and continued recovery.

10/01/2007 10:05 PM

by Huntsville Alabama Real Estate Agent, Kimberly Grant (Exit Leon Crawford Realty)

HI All and thanks so much for your thoughts and prayers and concerns. You have no Idea how much they have been adn continue to be appreciated. Because I have no true idea when I will be out of here how about we set aside the week after Christmas (maybe the 30th) as the join Bruce for a hot dog day. With so many of you expresswing support I can surly wait until then. Just let me know. Aloha and much Love Bruce

10/02/2007 04:32 PM

by Bruce Bourgault, Vice President, Mpro (Central Pacific Home Loans)

Bruce, December 30th for hot dogs -- it's on my calendar!!!

10/02/2007 08:06 PM

by Judi Morgan, San Antonio, TX Real Estate (Coldwell Banker D'Ann Harper, Realtors)

God has laughed at me a few times as well. LOL Then I remember to ask him what his plans are.

10/02/2007 08:10 PM

by Robin Willis, Tucson's Expert Agent, Realty Executives (Realty Executives Southern Arizona)

I also am looking forward to the hot dog with Bruce day.

10/03/2007 01:41 AM

by Randy L. Prothero - Hawaii REALTOR® (Century 21 Liberty Homes)

Hi Bruce,
How did I miss this? I'm not sure, just happy I found it this morning and see that you are back. Linda did you proud but we missed you for sure. Glad to hear that you are feeling pretty well. Look forward to hearing more from you. As I tell my Grandmother, pace yourself.

10/03/2007 07:40 AM

by Cynthia Tilghman, Realtor® Onslow County NC Home Specialist (Kingsbridge Realty, Inc)

Hi Randy , Robinn and Cynthia -- You got it right -- I have been asking what his plans for me are. It is getting better but oh so slowly. It will work. Aloha

10/03/2007 05:21 PM

by Bruce Bourgault, Vice President, Mpro (Central Pacific Home Loans)

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