Loop Magazine Cornerstone Church

Many of you know our Son-in-law Chris changed jobs in Feb.  It was a blessing from God that he is now LOVIN his job. He is a Graphic Artist. 

 I've posted a few of the pages that are in this 32 page church magazine they just launched this past Sunday to their members.  We are so proud of him for his amazing talent.

Thank you from our hearts!

I was going to post a final tribute to Doug but my cousin Sarah said it all in a beautiful email to everyone. 

A thank you from the family.

I want everyone to know how thankful I am for all the encouraging messages sent during the past 3 months.  I am especially grateful for the many, many prayers that were spoken for Doug, me, Jessica, Tina, Erik.  Those prayers were what kept us going in the midst of all the turmoil; knowing that you were on your knees asking God for His mercy and grace.  And God did grant that to us.  That is not to say that it was easy.  It wasn't.  It was the hardest thing I ever had to do.  I had to give Doug up to our Lord and Saviour and give Him control over everything.  But God has granted us His comfort, peace, grace, mercy in every step and that is what we cling to now. 

These are things I know:  God's promises are true.  Doug is rejoicing in heaven today.  Doug has experienced the ultimate healing.  God will continue to work in our lives to provide what we need.  God is the source of strength, not me.  I know without a doubt that Doug loved me and our children.  Doug was the man he was because of Christ working in his life.  God is good - all the time.

John 3:16  "For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son that whosoever believeth in Him shall not perish but have everlasting life."     This Sunday is Easter.  Rejoice with me as we celebrate a risen Saviour.  It is because of His work on the cross that I have hope of an eternal future.  We will see each other again and what a joyous day that will be.  Praise God!!

Doug Keough went to his heavenly home.

Douglas Paul Keough, 58, of Mesa, AZ passed away on March 30, 2009 in Phoenix, AZ. Doug was born on August 6, 1950 in Medina, NY to Richard and Evelyn Keough. His family moved to Arizona in 1962. Doug completed both his Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Education at Arizona State University. Doug dedicated nearly 35 years of his life to teaching junior high math in the Laveen Elementary School District. His great passion for education was second only to his love for his Lord Jesus Christ. Doug was a devoted husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend. He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Sarah Keough, his daughters, Jessica Keough and Kristina Henrikson, and son in law, Erik Henrikson. As one of six children, he is also survived by sisters, Marylin Bunger (Tom), Rebecca Chaffin (Donald), and Rachel Coulter, brothers, Steven Keough (Carol) and David Keough, 7 nieces and 14 nephews. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 4, 2009 at 11:00 am at Grace Community Church, 1200 E. Southern in Tempe, AZ. Meldrum Mortuary handled the arrangements.

Doug Keough went to his heavenly home.

Thank you for your comments left on my blog about Doug. Also, thanks for the many prayers,emails & Facebook note you have sent in regards to Doug.  Below I have posted a note from my cousin Sarah (Doug's wife) that I thought you would want to know.

Blessing, Liz

Dougs services will be Saturday at 11:00 am ~ Grace Community Church in Tempe.

From Sarah Keough,

This week has been a week filled with many emotions.  I didn't know that I could cry and laugh at the same time.  We have spent many special moments looking through pictures and just reliving those times that meant so much.  It was also a time of looking back and realizing how important Doug was to so many people.  He was husband, father, brother, friend, teacher, mentor, believer.

Reading the comments from students has been such a sweet time.  Doug always felt that Cash was his home away from home and he loved all his students so much.  He wanted the best for his students and he was always looking for ways to let them see that there was a big world out there waiting for them and all they needed was to get the education and they could do more than they ever dreamed.

Some of you have asked about making a donation to a group or organization in Doug's name in lieu of sending flowers.  We have decided that to honor Doug and his passion for the Cash community, donations be sent to MC Cash School.  The donations will be used to set up a scholarship fund in Doug's name.  This will help students pay fees and buy books and other things needed to continue their education.

1. Donations may be made to M.C. Cash.  "Donation in memory of Doug Keough" on the memo line.

Mail to M.C. Cash Elementary School
c/o Mollie Pino

3851 W. Roeser Rd.

Phoenix, AZ  85041

Doug Keough went to his heavenly home.

Monday, March 30

John 14: 1 - 4  "Do not let your hearts be troubled.  Trust in God; trust also in me.  In my Father's house are many rooms; if it were not so I would have told you.  I am going there to prepare a place for you.  And if I go prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you may also be where I am.  You know the way to the place I am going."

Doug went to his heavenly home this afternoon.  Continue to pray for the family.

Doug Keough

This is a sad day for our family.  We are all preparing ourselves to let him go.  God has a place prepared for you is one of the many promises we belief in.  Pray for the Keough family as they have a heavy heart right now but also filled with many great memories of Doug!

Hugs to you all, Liz

Below are words from my cousin Sarah (Doug's wife).

I have a Doug Keough story that I have shared this past week with a few friends.  When Doug was first diagnosed in 2005, he kept telling people that if God wanted to take him out with this disease, he was ready to go.  Friends would ask about his cancer and he would tell them that it was a rare one and if God called him home, he was ready.  I finally said, "Hey Keough.  Tone it down.  Think about us.  We're not that excited for you to go."  So he did.  That story gives you an idea of Doug and the reality of heaven and God's promises.  They are true and he was not afraid.

Sunday - The transplant doctor told me that they have done all they can for Doug.  His lungs are worsening, his liver and kidneys are failing, he will not recover.  They are preparing to transition from treating him to providing care and comfort.  I am supposed to meet with the hospice team today to make those plans.  Pray for Doug, all the family at this time, and pray for each other. 

Romans 8.  "In the same way the Spirit helps us in our weakness.  We do not know what we out to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groans that words cannot express."

Andrea Vs the Suns

The girls each have a daddy date night and off to the Suns games they go.  Here are some photos of Andrea comparing her size to her favorite players. 

Cilantro-Lime Grilled Chicken

Cilantro-Lime Grilled Chicken

6 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves

1/4 cup fresh lime juice

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

3 cloves garlic, minced

2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

1 1/2 teaspoons firmly packed brown sugar

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

favorite salsa

sour cream

Place a chicken breast between 2 sheets of plastic wrap and using the flat side of a meat mallet, gently and gradually flatten it until it is about 1/2 inch thick.  Repeat with the other chicken breast.  Place the chicken in a 1-gallon lock-top plastic bag or in a shallow dish.

To prepare the marinade, in a bowl, combine the lime juice, olive oil, garlic, chopped cilantro, brown sugar, salt, cumin, and pepper and whisk until thoroughly blended.  Pour the marinade over the chicken, coating all sides well.  Squeeze all the air out of the bag and seal it, or cover the dish.  Refrigerate the chicken for a minimum of 1 hour or for up to 3 hours.  Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before grilling.

Preheat your gas grill to 300.  Remove the chicken from the marinade.  Place on preheated grill.   Cook each side for 7 minutes depending on the thickness of your chicken.  

Remove the chicken from the grill and transfer to a plate.  Spoon some salsa over each portion, followed by a dollop of sour cream,  Garnish with the remaining cilantro sprigs.  Serve immediately.

Enjoy, this is one of my favorite recipes for chicken.

Earl & Jerry's 50th Anniversary

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Brett & Nikki Dunn