Footprints in the Sand by Mary Stevenson One night a man had a dream. He dreamed he was walking along the beach with the Lord. Across the sky flashed scenes from his life. For each scene, he noticed two sets of footprints in the sand: one belonging to him, and the other to the Lord. When the last scene of his life flashed before him, he looked back at the footprints in the sand. He noticed that many times along the path of his life there was only one set of footprints. He also noticed that it happened at the very lowest and saddest times in his life. This really bothered him and he questioned the Lord about it. "Lord, You said that once I decided to follow you, You'd walk with me all the way. But I have noticed that during the most troublesome times in my life, there is only one set of footprints. I don't understand why when I needed you most you would leave me." The Lord replied, "My son, My precious child, I love you and I would never leave you. During your times of trial and suffering, when you see only one set of footprints, it was then that I Carried You."
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Testimonials of the Healing Power of Reflexology
I was diagnosed with sugar diabetes Type II in 1989. I was given prescription medicine for it. I progressively got worse. In 1999, I was diagnosed with neuropathy in my feet and legs; Diabetes causes damage to the nerve ending in extremities of the body. My legs and feet were losing feeling but very painful. Around 2000 or so, I was diagnosed with arthritis in both my knees and was sent to a specialist who wanted to replace my knees. I asked for another shot instead. The doctor shot steroids in my knees and that helped with the pain but caused my sugar to go so high. The relief lasted about three months and then when I went in for another shot, it really got my sugar up and I couldn't get it down. Then I was given shots of a substance obtained from the comb of a rooster that did not seem to help the pain at all, but did not affect my diabetes. I was diagnosed with Internal Shingles in 2001. In 2002, the doctor put me on insulin for my diabetes to try and get it under control. He also put me on medicine for high blood pressure and cholesterol medicine. In 2003, I was involved in a car wreck and suffered broken ribs and internal injuries. This caused my sugar to get out of control and caused a lot of physical issues with my body. One of my sisters and I were working as volunteers for the Oklahoma Victory Transformation Center (OVTC) in Sapulpa. She told me she worked with another volunteer who was a "Foot Lady" and that she worked on people's feet with diabetes. I had to call all volunteers to set up a work schedule and when I talked to Pat Bella, I realized she was the "Foot Lady" my sister had told me about. So I made an appointment with her while we were talking on the phone. One of the best choices I have ever made. The first week I went to Pat Bella for reflexology I had more energy than I have had in some time. The more I went to her, the more good things started happening to my body. My feet and legs started getting more feeling in them and the color started coming back to them. I was wearing patches for the shingles and don't have to wear them very often now. My pancreas started working and I was able to get off insulin, thanks to Pat Bella and the reflexology treatments. And, I thank God for working through her to help my health to be better. I certainly would recommend reflexology to anyone. Pat Bella is one of the best. J. Moore - April 19, 2005
 Dear Pat, We wanted to thank you for all of your help with our five-year-old son, Harrison. When he had continuous ear infections this past winter, we were sent to an Ear Nose and Throat specialist who classified Harrison's tonsils as a Four (the largest classification). The tonsils were so enlarged that the ears could not drain properly, causing ear infections. Because of this classification, the specialist wanted to surgically remove the tonsils and adenoids. Not wanting our son to undergo surgery, we sought out your services. After five sessions with you, Harrison's tonsils are now smaller, being classified as a Three. The specialist no longer feels surgery is needed! Thank you for all of your help, we greatly appreciate your good and loving work. B. Petre - May 30, 2002 |
Dear Pat, I am writing to let you know how much your Reflexology treatments have helped with the problem I had been having with migraine headaches. When I first came to you I was having frequent, severe migraine headaches. The expensive prescription medication was only effective half of the time and sometimes the medication made me feel worse. After a few treatments, the frequency and character of the headaches changed for the better. The headaches were usually responsive to the prescription medication. Now, while I still have headaches, they are much less frequent and I am able to control them with aspirin. I have not had a migraine for the last three months, which you must admit is a real change. I thank you for your wonderful caring presence and I intend to continue with the reflexology treatments because they have helped me so much and they make me feel so good. J. Boyle, MN, RN - May 6, 2001
After much concern about swollen areas in my hands and feet that were causing considerable pain, I decided to try some alternative methods for drainage of the lymph glands and stimulation of my body's immune system. I wanted to pursue preventive methods before I developed severe arthritis. For approximately three months I have been going for regular Reflexology treatments from Pat Bella. I began with weekly treatments for the first month and am now receiving twice monthly treatments. After only about two months I began to notice some diminished pain in the tender areas and an overall improvement in feeling well. I am now sleeping better at night as well. I am so convinced of the effectiveness of Reflexology and the skill of Pat Bella that I am willing to make time to go out to her office off Mingo. P. Rodriguez-Lozano - October 3,2000
Some people learn Reflexology as a technique and practice it. Pat has learned the technique, and is Gifted in practicing it. I have received frequent relief from a colon disorder after a Reflexology treatment from Pat. My heels have had a burning sensation for months and it is no longer there. I always feel at ease and relaxed when I receive a Reflexology treatment from Pat. And, I find I almost always rest better at night. L. Tanssen, N.D., CAR LC.T. PRACTITIONER
I started treatment in September of 1999. It has done my body good! When being "worked on" I feel it in other parts of my body. I have suffered from terrible cramps ever since my time of the month started when I was young. Since beginning treatments, the majority of my cramps have stopped. I also find that when I have my feet done, it makes other forms of treatment much more effective. S. Roberg - October 2, 2000
Pat's heart for relieving pain and suffering has led her to continue to develop her skills as a highly-trained professional in the area of Reflexology. She has personally relieved me of long-standing chronic neck pain, as well as strengthening my lower back and immune system. The most amazing experience of her work in reflexology, however, was when she accompanied me to Russia on a Humanitarian Assistance Relief Project when I did trauma recovery work with Veterans of the Afghanistan War. We worked side by side bringing relief from emotional and physical pain that these men had carried for nine years. She has a unique gift as well as being highly skilled. Carol Langdon, M.A. LMFT, BCETS Diplomate American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress
I spend several hours a day entering data into a computer. Early in 1998, I began experiencing pain in my wrists, especially in my left wrist. I wrapped it in an elastic bandage and put the heating pad on it but it continued to get worse. I went to the doctor and his diagnosis was carpal tunnel syndrome. I wore a brace for a period of time, but it didn't help. I knew there was a possibility surgery was the only medical option left. Not wanting to have surgery, I talked to my friend and Reflexologist, Pat Bella, who gives me treatments that successfully relieve a extremely severe, life-long sinus headache condition. Pat suggested we try Reflexology treatments on my wrists. The first two treatments didn't seem to help, but we continued weekly treatments for about one month and soon I began to get relief. After a few months, the pain had almost completely disappeared. I now get a monthly maintenance treatment and have only occasional recurrences of slight pain, which is relieved by pressing on the areas of my wrists and forearms like Pat showed me. I am a firm believer in Reflexology, having seen it successfully work on two different debilitating health problems in my life, and hearing of successful treatments from other people. I hope to see Reflexology included as an approved form of treatment by our insurance companies in the future. I am sure that many surgeries and long-term medications could be avoided if Reflexology treatments were used. D. Fishback - March 22, 1999
To whom it may concern: I have been receiving Reflexology treatments from Pat Bella for approximately four months now. I originally began the treatments because of a painful sciatic nerve problem. That sciatic pain has now disappeared and I believe it is a result of those Reflexology treatments and Pat's instructions for self-help between treatments. I continue to receive treatments from Pat since I believe it is beneficial to my over-all health. The relaxation benefit alone is worth having the treatment. I would recommend Pat to anyone who is considering Reflexology treatments and would also suggest that they try her even if they hadn't considered Reflexology before. J. Russell Financial Manager Tulsa Zoo - October 3, 2000
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