Hayley with a Y

For those of you that have been spelling my name wrong for the past 2 1/2 years, I ain't mad at cha, but now you know ;) Well, my name is Hayley Thornhill. I am the CSR at the Smyrna office, but will soon be moving to the Nashville office. I have been with TLC Medical for 2 1/2 years. I started at the Franklin office and I moved to the Smyrna office when it opened in July of 2006. I love what I do, I love the people I work with, and I love the people I work for. There is never a boring day around here, that is for sure. I am married to Jason (the Tech) and have been for a little over 2 years. We do not have any kids yet, but I'm working on that (just don't tell Jason, haha). We do have a 3 yr old Rottweiler named Obi [Wan Kenobi]. I grew up in Nolensville, TN, but I now live in Antioch. I graduated from Brentwood High School in 1999, yes, that means I will be attending my 10 year reunion next year, yikes! After high school, I attended Tennessee Tech University in Cookeville, where I majored more in socializing than my technical major which was Nursing ;) After messing around for 4 years, I took a "semester" off to get my priorities in order and during that time I met Jason. So needless to say, I did not go back, but I would like to one day. Over the past year or so, my relationship with Christ has grown enormously. It is so amazing how God just forgives and forgets, and how He is constantly chasing after us, no matter how far away we run. If you do not know how awesome Christ is, please ask me, I would love to tell you the amazing things He has done in my life. I have been working with the youth at my church for the past year, which has been amazing. We attended camp this summer, and it was there that I began to feel the calling to ministry. I haven't quite figured it all out just yet, or maybe God hasn't exposed the whole plan to me yet, but I know that He wants me in some sort of Women's and Young women's ministry. It is amazing and scary to feel such a calling, so please pray for me as God begins to reveal His plan to me. I want to leave you with a poem that pretty much sums me up (or any Christian for that matter). If there is anything else you want to know, just ask, I am an open book.

When I say, "I am a Christian," I'm not shouting, "I've been saved!"
I'm whispering, "I get lost! That's why I chose this way"
When I say, "I am a Christian," I don't speak with human pride
I'm confessing that I stumble-needing God to be my guide
When I say, "I am a Christian," I'm not trying to be strong
I'm professing that I'm weak and pray for strength to carry on
When I say, "I am a Christian," I'm not bragging of success
I'm admitting that I've failed and cannot ever pay the debt
When I say, "I am a Christian," I don't think I know it all
I submit to my confusion asking humbly to be taught
When I say, "I am a Christian," I'm not claiming to be perfect
My flaws are far too visible but God believes I'm worth it
When I say, "I am a Christian," I still feel the sting of pain
I have my share of heartache which is why I seek His name
When I say, "I am a Christian," I do not wish to judge
I have no authority--I only know I'm loved

Copyright 1988 Carol Wimmer

HAS ANYONE SEEN JWALK

DUDE, we were hoping for a huge splash from our resident life saver! We were on pins and needles this morning. We want something good next time

BILL DRAKE

My name is Bill Drake and this Blog thing is the first for me also. I go on the web site at least one time a day to check out TLC. Here is a little info about
me, my wife Susan, and I have been married 32 years. We have two daughters Courtney and Hayley and have four and half grand children.

I joined TLC last November working with a program called DME order, that works with Medicare and workers comp Insurance. In this new program
TLC will be working with some of the largest companies in the U.S. We have the capability to drop ship over 90% of the things they order direct to their customers. (Coming Soon to TLC)

Below is something that I wanted to pass along to each of you called “Don’t give up” it’s had a lot of meaning to me over the years.


Don't give up.....
One day I decided to quit... I quit my job, my relationship, my spirituality... I wanted to quit my life.
I went to the woods to have one last talk with God.
'God', I asked, 'Can you give me one good reason not to quit?'
His answer surprised me...'Look around', He said. 'Do you see the fern and the bamboo?'
'Yes', I replied.
'When I planted the fern and the bamboo seeds, I took very good care of them. I gave them light.
I gave them water. The fern quickly grew from the earth. Its brilliant green covered the floor. Yet nothing came from the bamboo seed. But I did not quit on the bamboo.
In the second year the Fern grew more vibrant and plentiful. And again, nothing came from the bamboo seed. But I did not quit on the bamboo. He said, 'In year three there was still nothing from the bamboo seed. But I would not quit.
In year four, again, there was nothing from the bamboo seed. I would not quit.' He said. 'Then in the fifth year a tiny sprout emerged from the earth. Compared to the fern it was seemingly small and insignificant...But just 6 months later the bamboo rose to over 100 feet tall. It had spent the five years growing roots. Those roots made it strong and gave it what it needed to survive.
I would not give any of my creations a challenge it could not handle. He asked me. 'Did you know, my child, that all this time you have been struggling, you have actually been growing roots?' 'I would not quit on the bamboo. I will never quit on you.' 'Don't compare yourself to others.'
He said, 'The bamboo had a different purpose than the fern. Yet they both make the forest beautiful.' 'Your time will come', God said to me. 'You will rise high'
'How high should I rise?' I asked.
'How high will the bamboo rise?' He asked in return.
'As high as it can?' I questioned.
'Yes.' He said, 'Give me glory by rising as high as you can.'
I left the forest and brought back this story. I hope these words can help you see that God will never give up on you. Never, Never, Never Give up.
For the Christian Prayer is not an option but an opportunity. Don't tell the Lord how big the problem is; tell the problem how Great the Lord is!

The Way, the Truth, the Life-the one and only Jesus Christ.

Mrs. Bean Counter

Well I honestly think I have met almost everyone here at TLC, but if I have missed a few, the introduction is for you...

I am Dana ANDREWS, which most fail to remember...up until a couple years ago I "dragged" :)around the last name LANKFORD, which is all too common since there are SO MANY!!! I am Monty and Shalia's daughter, Joey, Nathan, Gavin, and Taylor's sister, "Aunt Dane Dane" to Emily, Briley, Braxton, Barron, Cy, Colby...and Livi B...but most of all, I am Richard's wife!!! I am, therefore, "Mrs. Bean Counter", as it turns out... and I am, quite possibly, the happiest girl in the world!! We do not have any kids yet, which I am starting to feel the pressure about, but we have just LOVED being married, just the TWO of us!!! A lot of people wonder how it is to WORK with your family all the time. Well we all know that since TLC has grown so much, we actually don't see each other as often as we used to... which I miss! I can honestly say that my family is also my best friends and it is SO FUN getting to work with them...especially our handsome accountant!

So how long have I been here? ...Well, if you count all of my "ins and outs" here at TLC, I've quite possibly been around as long as anyone...even Dad :)! I remember in high school when he had just started TLC, I used to be his Saturday morning storefront girl... I showed back up for a few stints during college when I was desperate for a job... but finally decided to stick around two years ago after I got married and REALLY needed a job! I started in billing, have worked a little in marketing, but I like the CSR work best. Currently, I work with all of the CSRs at the different locations, trying to help keep the reports current and learning more about the intake side of TLC. I really enjoy my job, right now, as I love spending time with each and every CSR! :)

In thinking about what I wanted to say here on my blogspot, today, to my co-workers, I found a really cool verse in Proverbs that says, "Do not wear yourself out to get rich...Cast but a glance at riches, and they are gone, for they will surely sprout wings and fly off to the sky like and eagle" (Proverbs 23:3-5). And I think this is so cool to think about here on our WORK blog, because we are tied together by our jobs...by our efforts to make money. Even though we all pretty much like each other here at TLC :), we probably wouldn't spend 40 hours a week together if it weren't for that little incentive, $$$$$, right? And I don't think Solomon was trying to say that is wrong- trying to make money and be successful is responsible, but I love that he describes it as "wearing yourself out" because I think for most of us, it comes right down to that, at some point or another. If you are anything like me, by the time the weekend comes, I too often feel SPENT and just want to sit and stare for a couple days... and I need to remember that those 5 days a week I spend here at TLC, should not be SPENDING me, too!

But secondly, I think it is important to remember WHY we are here, and that God has placed EACH of us where we are, daily, for a much bigger reason that the $$$. If we focus just on the money that will pay our bills, we may miss out on the mission field he has placed directly in our paths. The blessed part of TLC is that we are a service-driven company. Literally NONE of us would have a job if we did not strive to TAKE CARE of people daily. Our techs enter the homes of patients every day and are faced with the OPPORTUNITY to serve someone else...and in turn, be blessed themselves. Our Customer SERVICE Reps take care of our patients, not usually in person, but this is often times where the bond is made, by phone, when that sweet old man just needs someone to take a second from their busy "rat race" to listen, and console. That is truly the BEST part of being a CSR, I can say from experience. The marketers strive to TAKE CARE of our referral sources each day, to make them feel important and needed in their jobs. We ALL are given chances each day, at this JOB, not just to make money, but to make memories, to build others up, to LIVE while we are working... And in the end, we all know too well that the money DOES somehow "sprout wings and fly off" because after just two short weeks most of us are waiting, and needing, that next paycheck, huh? :) Amazing, how scripture is so true, still, hundreds and hundreds of years after Solomon penned those words...

So I hope that encourages you all, today. We're here because God wants us to make a difference, and an added bonus is the money--- and not the other way around! What a wonderful life it is, to serve God and be so blessed!!! I am so thankful to have such fun friends to work with!!!

"The Maiden Blog"

From my title you should have all guessed that I have never blogged before, well here we go...If you don't recognize me, my name is Debbie Wallace and I head up the CPAP/BIPAP Supply Distribution Program here at TLC. I joined the TLC Team almost 6 years ago and have worked in several different areas of the company.

When I am not here @TLC I share my life with my dashingly handsome husband Gary (hiding behind his shades) and our gentle and sweet 90lb. boxer, Dakota. We reside in Fairview TN which is about 25 miles west of Franklin. When we are not working on our"Gardening Projects" we try and fit a few rounds of golf in here and there. I recently started dabbling around with photography, and have found it to be a great creative outlet. I actually have a few photos that are going up for sale by a friend who thinks they are actually marketable!

I recently received this e-mail from my sister in law and felt like it was something I would like to share with everyone. As a mother of a daughter with Down's Syndrome I was extremely touched by this video. My daughter Emily passed away several years ago and this video just reminded me of how much we do for our children regardless of who they are. Our love is unconditional and there is never a limit on how much we will do to help our children succeed.

Read the story first then watch the video.

This is a true story!

A son asked his father, 'Dad, will you take part in a marathon with me?'. The
father who, despite having a heart condition, says 'Yes'. They went on to
complete the marathon together. Father and son went on to join other marathons,
the father always saying 'Yes' to his son's request of going through the race
together. One day, the son asked his father, 'Dad, let's join the Ironman
together..' To which, his father said 'Yes' too.
For those who don't know, Ironman is the toughest triathlon ever. The race
encompasses three endurance events of a 2.4 mile (3.86 kilometer) ocean swim,
followed by a 112 mile (180.2 kilometer) bike ride, and ending with a 26.2 mile
(42.195 kilometer) marathon along the coast of the Big Island . Father and son
went on to complete the race together.

I was not able to post the video but please go to: http://www.godtube.com/ and scroll down to the featured video section. Go to the third video... My Redeemer lives-Team Hoyt...A Fathers Love for his son.

SAVE THE DATE

We are having a few folks miss there POST DAY, for whatever reason! Please try to not miss it! We are having over 60 people each day log on to look at your posts. i am getting so much positive feedback and we need to be consistent. Deb Wallace, this is not for you because you called about your post. i am sure you will have an awsome one when you figure it all out. Keep up the good work everyone

GREAT JOB JWALK

I just want to send a shout out to Jeff for an incredible job that he did for the Grand Opening yesterday at WMC. We served lunch to several hundred people. We had a few dozen doctors stop in. It took alot of work for an event of this size to happen. Jeff, you did a fabulous job and we are all appreciative of your hard work and dedication to TLC. You are a true team player! THANK YOU

Alaska boy, lost (or maybe found) in Tennessee

Hello, Everyone! This is actually Hayley. I am writing this for Jason because he doesn't have email set up yet, and well, he didn't know about this until just now. Since he is out on the road passing out oxygen and beds, I will be a good wife and speak for him, haha.

Well, Jason grew up in Anchorage, Alaska. That is where his mom, dad, sister, brother-in-law, brother, and 2 neices (one of which was just born on Friday) still live today. He left their when he was 18 to move all the way on the opposite end of the country to Florida. He attended Florida Baptist Theological College, where he received a degree in Theology and a minor in music. From there he made a few stops in Alabama, Alaska, and Montana, before he finally landed here in Tennessee. He met me just a day after moving here, and he instantly fell in love (ok, maybe not) but after about 9 months he finally gave into my spell. We were married on April 29, 2006. We bought a house in Antioch, where we have been living for 2 1/2 years. Jason was a Youth Minister straight out of college, but afterwards took a few wrong turns, and now is on the path back to doing what he was made to do. Seriously, you should see him teaching a class full of youth, it is truly amazing. So, if any of you know of anyone looking for a Youth Minister let us know.

For those of you that don't know me and are possibly really confused at this moment, I am Hayley Thornhill, the CSR at the Smyrna office, Jason, obviously, is my husband. Jason just joined the TLC team in March and is a Delivery Tech. He absolutely loves what he does. He loves talking to patients and getting to spend time with them face to face, which is something most of us here do not get to do. He loves working for TLC, and everyone here has always been so good to him. We work for some really great people, ya know?

Also, just a quick prayer request. Jason's dad has prostate cancer. He had surgery yesterday to remove it, but they think that he may still have to have radiation. They are waiting on the test results today to know for sure. Please keep him and his family in your prayers. It is eating Jason up to not be able to be with his family during this time. I will keep you updated on his progress.

"Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving." Colossians 3:23-24

CHAPS what???

Hello everyone, this is Joyce, the person who for the past year has been harassing everyone about this thing called CHAPS. And today I can tell you we are definitely CHAPS accredited.
Last Thursday we officially received our confirmation of the survey results.
Thanks to all TLC Medical employees, because it took every one's hard work and cooperation to accomplish this for OUR company. And I know it didn't hurt that I prayed a lot for God's help during this process. I am so thankful he gave me the guidance I so needed.

Now, for those who don't know me except for the CHAPS thing:
I started to work for TLC in May 2004, as a manager and RT when they started their second office in Portland. I was then single with 3 children, Justin, Jennifer and Jessica. In Nov. of 2006 I married a wonderful man, Tom and acquired another son, Josh, (all kids are grown)
We have 3 granddaughters, Mallory, Charley, Georgia and one grandson, Ty.

Jennifer and Tom are now employees of TLC (just so you know before you say anything bad about me in front of them, Tom would probably take up for me but for Jennifer, she would just agree).

Thanks again to everyone for all your help in getting TLC Medical CHAPS accredited, we have 3 years before we have to go thru this again.

Joyce Gentry
Location's Manager/ Compliance office

Sales Geek

Hello all!

My name is Vince Knoch (Knox). I have been with TLC since February of last year. I am married (Lee Ann) and have four wonderful children ages 9-Hannah, 7-Andrew, 4-Ryan, and 2-William. We live in Bellevue and we attend St.Henry Church and School. It has been great getting to know everyone via the blog and i look forward to reading it everyday. Here is a picture of my clan on our vacation last year.

YOU ALL ARE DOING AWESOME

ok, i check the blog every morning first thing because i love to read what you all have written. if there is someone in your office that is not reading the blog everyday then they are missing out and you need to encourage them. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK! NATE

Bean Counter

Richard Andrews-Bean counter

Well, as Nathan and I are unable to communicate through email (thanks Tommy Ptak, it truly is a blessing to not recieve his emails) I am unsure of my scheduled day to post...so I hope I have not stepped on anyone's blogtoes...

Most of you probably know me, and at some point in time have received a check from me (no need for applause)...I have been working here at TLC Medical for 3 1/2 years and consider myself very blessed to be a part of a company and family that truly does strive to put Christ first in all that is done.

I fell upon the most amazing blessing in my life five years ago in a French class in Charleston, SC. My now wife Dana, was then a funny, brassy, and encouragingly strong woman who has shown me nothing but truth, love, and friendship in our very short time together. (Also, the only reason I got an "A" in the class to show her just how smart I was.) When we first met I was an atheist and leading a life that left much to be desired. Dana and her family have embraced me from day one with the intent of first, leading me to faith in Our Lord Jesus Christ, and second to help build me into the man He truly wants me to be. My own family is now slowly beginning to turn their lives away from dependence on themselves and realize the need for a God who loves, knows, and can mend all of lifes issues. I know I am very lucky to be able to say that I truly enjoy my work and who I spend the majority of my time with.

I will finish up my degree in Accounting on August 9th, and am very glad that for the time being, that my formal education is complete. I love the idea of this blog and think that it will be a great way to get to know everyone around the company and for us all to participate in each other's lives outside of our professional relationships.

Hope everyone has a great day today.

Richard

My name is Heather and I'm the Portland CSR. I am a born and raised Tennessean, I don't have any masters degree or any degree for that matter but I have been to 3 colleges, not something I'm real proud of. I wondered around for a couple of years and found my way back home and when I did I brought back with me the love of my life. Shane and I will have been married 4 years in August and we have quit the interesting and humorous story but that is for another day. 7 1/2 months ago my miracle came, I have the most beautiful baby girl in the world, Katie and she was a long awaited gift. She is my ray of sunshine that brightens my worst day. In case you couldn't guess, that's my bug in the picture and she is standing on her own, just using dad for balance, good balance, unfortunately, is not something my daughter will come by naturally. I don't know what my life consisted of before my daughter, she keeps me laughing and in constant amazement of how much she grows each day.

Teresa Who?

Hi everyone! I'm with Jenny and the whole "many of you might not know me" blog. My name is Teresa and I just starting working here at TLC a little over a month ago. Thank you to everyone who has welcomed me! Please continue to introduce yourselves to me-- I would love to meet everyone :) I'll attach a picture so you can put a name with a face.

I just graduated from UT--GO VOLS! (I can't wait for football season to start!) I absolutely loved UT and miss it terribly. But, I'm so happy to be back in Franklin with my family. I graduated with a degree in Marketing and International Business, yipee! Oh, and you can add me to the list of TLC employees who have graduated from Page High :)

I just recently picked up running, well...jogging. But regardless, if anyone is interested in doing any team activities--I will be doing the Race for the Cure (October 4th) and I think it would be a lot of fun to get a TLC team together! It's only 5k and you can walk or run it--and it's for a GREAT cause--the fight against breast cancer. I guess just email me or write a comment on here if you are interested :)

I'm not married and I'm not pregnant so I'm not sure what else to write here ...I love being on the lake, live music, reading and the Food Network Channel!:) I look forward to getting to know all of you!

“Prayer is a great weapon, a rich treasure, a wealth that is never exhausted, an undisturbed refuge, a cause of tranquility, the root of a multitude of blessings, and their source.” —St. John Chrysostom

7.14.2008

"An infinite God can give all of Himself to each of His children. He does not distribute Himself that each may have a part, but to each one He gives all of Himself as fully as if there were no others." (Quote from A.W. Tozer)

God is so big that we often have a hard time grasping Him. Our problems seem so big at times that we wonder if our God is big enough to help us get through them. Don't limit God's ability to work in and through you by only letting Him work within your limitations. He is all and sees all! Tap into His power this week.

Have a great week!

Knocked up Wife

As you read the title with a gasp, and say what! It's true after almost four years of marraige to the same woman (jessica) my beatiful wife. I finally got one past the goalie, and for those that still don't understand my wife is with child or my wife is just flat out pregnant. Yep, I couldn't believe it either. We are 27 not 16 so it's a pretty awesome! On the more serious side of things it's flat out amazing to see and hear a little person in side you. Well not you, but your wife. Because as a man if it were in you that really would be amazing! and just weird! Back to serious talk. We just found out monday that the baby is most likely a girl. which is awesome, but honestly we were hoping for a boy. Maybe next time the goalie is asleep it will be a boy. I know with a little girl I'm in big big big trouble. Jumping years, as a man I can't imagine watching my little girl going on a date thats just weird( one reason we wanted a boy) and wondering if and hoping that the boy she is with has her best intentions in mind. The bottum line is we must have faith and trust in God that he will watch over our children and after seeing an ultra sound and hearing a heart beat of a living soul, who are we to doubt in God. How can anyone not see an ultra soud and not believe in God? My wife and I ask ourselves that every time we see or hear the baby.

O yea, you still have no idea who is writing this blog. I go by the name of Albert Curtis I'm the sales guy in Chattanooga. You guys in Nashville may have heard of Chattanooga, you might of even seen we were ranked number two in America behind Washington, DC in cities to live in. Not that it's a big deal cause there's only like 2500 different cities you can live in America. Any way I have been with TLC since Febuary and really enjoy working here. God speed trebla (look closely for those of you saying something that sounds like trouble)

P.S. Nathan asked if i would put the picture of the ultra soud on the blog, but I don't know how and I'm out of tape and don't want to get the screen all sticky on these nice computers!

One of my favorite Psalms

Psalm 31 1-5

In you, O Lord, I have taken refuge; let me never be put to shame; deliver me in your righteousness.

Turn your ear to me, come quickly to my rescue; be my rock of refuge, a strong fortress to save me.

Since you are my rock and my fortress, for the sake of your name lead and guide me.

Free me from the trap that is set for me, for you are my refuge.

Into your hands I commit my spirit, redeem me, O Lord, the God of truth.



This Psalm has helped though a lot of hard times. Maybe it will a comfort for some of you.

Ellie

A little about Jenny

So somehow I got volunteered (thanks Nate) to be the guinea pig for this whole blog thing. Little did he know that I have never blogged in my life. So after thinking for 2 days about what to say, I decided to just tell a little bit about myself since most of you don't know me. The handsome man in the photo is my hubby, Justin White. We just celebrated our 4th anniversary in June. We've been best friends since 6th grade but only started "dating" six years ago. I am incredibly blessed to have literally married my best friend. We don't have any children or pets so we're pretty boring in that regard. We do have 4 nephews that tend to keep us busy enough. As rare as it is , we were both born and raised right here in Franklin, TN. I graduated from Page High School and then went on to get my B.B.A. in Business Management and then my M.B.A. as well. (I know..entirely too much school for one person.) My walk with God is the center focus of my life. I am learning daily how to be a better daughter of the King, wife, and friend. With that, I would like to leave you with the verse that has been playing on mind since I read it Sunday night. Proverbs 16:2-3 says, "All a man's ways seem innocent to him, but motives are weighed by the Lord. Commit to the Lord whatever you do and your plans will succeed."

Date Night with Dad

Over the weekend, Hannah and I went to see the Kenny Chesney at LP Field. It was a wonderful show. This was her first concert experience (if you dont count the Cheeta Girls) and she loved it!! We got to the show around 3:30 and got home at 12:30!! It wouldnt have been so late, but i figured i would give her the total feeling with a late night Krystal run on the way home. This was a very special night for me and i look forward to many more!!

The blonde over Hannahs shoulder is none other than April from Pride Mobility!!

POSTING 101

I sent the email out earlier that requested that all members of the TLC team participate in daily blog postings.
This is how it is gonna work.

1. Please attach schedule to your desktop so you can keep it
2. In order to post you will log onto www.teamtlc.blogspot.com
3. In the upper right corner you will find a "SIGN IN" tab
4. We will all use my email as the sign name: nlankford@tlcmedical.cc
5. The password is teamtlc2008

Again, you can post whatever you like! you can put pics on there or whatever! You will have to figure out how to do it though! If you cannot figure it out and really want to post a pic then email lankfordtiffany@yahoo.com . She can really explain it all to you.

PSALMS 46: 1-3

God is our strength and refuge, a helper who is always found in times of trouble. Therefore we will not be afraid, thought the earth trembles and the mountains topple into the depths of the seas, though its waters roar and foam and the mountains quake with termoil.

I thought this wasa great way to start Monday morning! Thank you all for stopping in to look at this blog. You are a blessing to TLC! I pray that God blesses each of your day.

NATHAN