I Had Lunch With Timmy

[notofworks]

Since there's a lot being said about Timmy right now, I suppose this is as good a time as any other to tell you that my family and I had lunch, recently, with Timmy.

Much has been made about Timmy's "beliefs" or lack thereof, as called by some. I have maintained that Timmy is a wonderful person and I've defended him relentlessly. I've maintained that Timmy displays more of the characteristics of "Christ-likeness" than most who claim a "walk with God."

Not long ago, I faced a crisis with my son who was facing almost certain death. In sheer panic, I jumped on my laptop and emailed a few friends. Then I got on AFF and PMed 5 people that I trusted. One of them was Timmy. I wasn't even sure what to ask him to do...wasn't sure if he would pray...but I said, "whatever it is you can do, I need you right now." His response to my desperation PM was moving.

But of course, I hadn't actually met him in person, only on the phone. So recently, circumstances brought him close to where I live and we met for lunch, the four of us, and Timmy.

My family has now joined me as "Timmy fans". He was as considerate, kind, and pleasant, as he is on The Forum. The place was pretty crowded so we were only able to be there for a couple of hours, but it was enough time to know that he's one of my best friends. The bottom line is, if I ever needed help, he'd be one of the first...maybe the first....I'd call.

Even though he's from an AG background, and UPC for me, we have a LOT in common with things that have led us where we are. We may have reached different conclusions, but it clearly wasn't that big of a deal.

So Timmy, thanks for your friendship and kindness to my family. They adore you and are excited to see you again soon. As far as I'm concerned, Timmy is a good man. I'll avoid getting too personal, but he's also a great dad who cares greatly for and treats his children like every father should.