凡事都可行, 但不都有益處. 凡事都可行, 但不都造就人(林前10:23). 無論做什麼, 都要為榮耀神而行 (林前10:31). 這些經文, 是我信主後對自己的提醒和盼望. 没想到嘻笑人生, 20多年過去, 還没結出好果子. 以後請大家換個角度看我: "還好這人已經信主了, 不然更糟."

Monday, December 25, 2023

Randy we love you (2023-1225)

Dear Randy,

I hope this letter finds you in moments of strength and courage. Life has a funny way of throwing challenges our way, and I know that facing type 1 diabetes and a recent colon cancer diagnosis feels overwhelming.

I want you to know that you are not alone in this journey. We, your family, are here to support you every step of the way. Facing such health issues can be daunting, but with the right mindset and a few lifestyle changes, we can navigate this together.

Firstly, I want to emphasize the importance of quality sleep. I know you enjoy staying up late playing computer games, but ensuring you get enough rest is crucial for your overall well-being. Sleep is the body's way of healing, and in times like these, every bit of healing counts.

Consulting with a dietitian is another crucial step. A balanced and nutritious diet can make a significant difference in managing your conditions. They can help tailor a meal plan that suits your needs and supports your overall health.

Taking up light exercise is also essential. It doesn't have to be strenuous, but incorporating movement into your routine can help prevent weakness and improve your overall energy levels. Even a short walk each day can make a world of difference.

I also want to encourage you to consider spiritual support. Talking to Jesus and seeking His guidance can bring immense comfort and strength. Sometimes, faith can be a source of solace and resilience during challenging times.

Remember, Randy, this journey is about making small, positive changes every day. It's okay to ask for help, and it's okay to lean on your loved ones for support. You have the strength within you to face these challenges head-on, and we are here to walk beside you.

Wishing you strength, healing, and the courage to embrace positive changes.

With love,

Dad

Sunday, November 26, 2023

主日的感動 (2023-1126)

今天胡牧師證道引用以弗所書5:22~33, 講夫妻的相處需要愛與尊重之間他分享了一個他的個人見證多年前他還在追求師母時有次他决定要分手原因是兩人只要起爭執不管他對他錯最後道歉的總是他這日子哪過的下去啊所以就不去找她了熬了没幾天在聖靈的催促下他買了束花去師母那兒敲門遞給她時説: “昨天的胡大仁已經死了…” 😂台下笑翻了都佩服胡牧師自己找台階下的本事胡牧師的Credit肯定很好用這方法的成功率應該是100%. 感謝讚美主.

Carol和我在家常各執己見互不相讓可當我們短時間分開時就比較能體諒對方相互間會多幾句好話有次我從台灣傳簡訊問她些事一下子就解决了雙方還噓寒問暖了幾句那感覺真是很不錯一時忘了我在她那兒没什麼Credit, 傳給她這個: “I’ll be a better husband when I go home.” 完了還期待會有個比較感性的回應她倒是馬上就回了只有一個字: “”. 😂

Wednesday, November 1, 2023

天網恢恢

10/30下午, 我擠進Patio一個很窄的空間, 去拿了個蠻重的東西, 倒退著走出來時, 踩到鼠籠, 身體失去重心, 因為没有空間轉身, 仰面往後跌倒. 摔到一半, 才有機會把手裡的東西扔了. 然後急忙轉身, 以免後腦著地. 體重220磅的我, 這一跤就像1515磅重的黃國寶米同時從架子上掉下來, 摔的驚天動地. 最後我的右膝(好的膝蓋)撞到地上, 裡外都痛到不行. 只能先忍著, 偷偷溜進屋裡處理傷口, 然後再出來收拾殘局, 把踩扁的鼠籠扔進院子裡的大垃圾桶. 不敢讓Carol知道我摔跤了, 以免她唸唸叨叨. 昨天我的後背, 肩膀, 和脖子因摔跤酸痛時, 我也不敢吭氣, 真是自作孽. 感謝神的憐憫, 今天(11/01)早上已好多了. 可我雖然感謝神, 卻忘了行事誠實才能得神喜悦, 所以又出狀況:

Carol好幾年没往院子裡的大垃圾桶丟東西, 天網恢恢, 偏偏就在今天中午, 她丟了點垃圾進去: “老宋!? 為什麼把鼠籠踩扁丟裡面? What happened?” 這才想到, 昨天該在上面蓋點别的東西的, … ! 先避重就輕的給個説法: “我們抓到的那幾隻老鼠, 前天來討命…” 這種理由當然過不了關, 最後還是把經過情形和盤托出, 雖然被她數落: “你知道嗎? 你不是一點點笨, 你是真得很笨! …” 我不必再躲躲閃閃, 心裡輕鬆多了, 感謝神讓我靈裡得自由.

Sunday, October 29, 2023

舊事已過

為了將來別留給家人太多麻煩, 最近積極清理個人物品, 看到我媽留給我的這個:

 

當時是再興初二上學期, 我剛從住校改為通學, 管理階層很不諒解, 正好我犯了規, 就被小事化大, 不但記了大過, 回家後還被我媽痛打一頓. 前幾天看到這張記過單時, 我的心情 just like 101-year-old Rose DeWitt Bukater in the movie Titanic, she says: "It's been 84 years, and I can still smell the fresh paint...". 73-year-old Eric says: "It's been 60 years, and I can still feel the PAIN..." Here’s the original:

 

犯規當然該被處罰這事記個警告甚至小過就差不多了因為我一直不肯說出是幫哪幾位買零食寫狀子的老師認為我犯後態度不佳記我個大過看起來他真得很生氣氣到文筆都不甚流暢其實那時的我對多記個過已無所謂了被我媽痛打一頓才叫"怎一個慘字了得". 她的工具是從竹掃帚上抽出三根竹枝底部用橡皮筋紮緊因為竹枝上還有許多細枝非常好使被打中一鞭就像挨了幾十鞭我不能等死只好在那日本式房子裡四處流竄跑到她跑不動為止可還是被打中不少下痛到不行要不是我長得很像我媽當年我真會懷疑我不是她親生的最後她漸漸失智了有次她躺在床上很認真的説她從來没打過我我轉過頭去偷偷擦眼淚因為她的情況已不會好轉了, 心裡有許多的後悔和不捨, ...

小學五年級看完水滸傳後每次挨打都會幻想自己投奔梁山泊去了還蠻療愈的不過我小學和初中雖然不乖從來没逃過學因為那時要是逃學被家裡抓到大概會賠上半條命我媽是知道怎麼整我的記得小學三年級時有次她要我滾出去再也別回家了我想滾就滾鞋子穿上就要走結果她叫佣人把大門鎖起來要我光著來光著去把衣服還給她才准走我講給兒子和女兒聽他們下巴都要掉下來了.

往事歷歷如繪舊事真的已過了嗎當然過了當時有傷害但是没有留下傷痕我還蠻想念媽媽的在我的成長過程中是位非常重要的角色青少年時期, 我曾經有很多幹壞事的機會, 因為有她, 讓我心存忌憚真的不敢去做感謝讚美主.