"I can endure all these things through the power of the one who gives me strength." ( Philippians 4:13) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- It seems like ages since descending down into the valley, traversing through darken hollows and dells. But with great joy I finally see the ridge line, crowned with majestic clouds... Read more →

"But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us. We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed." (2 Corinthians 4:7-9) --------------------------------------------------------------------------... Read more →

"I came to you in weakness with great fear and trembling." (1 Corinthians 2:3) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- I am not quite sure why I haven't noticed the lump before. On Wednesday evening, October 30, 2013, I was on the couch relaxing and watching something on the television. I started yawning and stretched... Read more →

I can still remember my conversation with my primary care doctor on Tuesday morning, November 5, 2013. I was working when I received the phone call. “Alex, this is Dr. Charalambopoulous. Do you have time to talk?” “Sure,” I nervously said. “I’m sorry to say, but your tests came back... Read more →

For my family and friends I leave you with this: "I believe that the greatest gift you can give your family and the world is a healthy you" (Joyce Meyer). For me, I will take this: "I think it's better to feel good than to look good" (Tom Hanks). Cancer... Read more →