Who’s Your Randy?

Posted on 20. Oct, 2008 by loswhit in Amigos

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Randy knows everything about me. Especially the nasty stuff.
I like it like that.
He keeps me in check.
Last Wednesday I called him to ask a question and he responded with…
“This deserves an iChat”
And so we commenced with an iChat and the face to face time was invaluable.

Who’s your Randy??
Los

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37 Responses to “Who’s Your Randy?”

  1. Shawn M. Shoup 20 October 2008 at 12:00 pm #

    I’m in the process of finding a new one. I lost a good “Randy” after we went our separate ways from college. It’s been a few years.

  2. Lisa @ put-it-on-the-list 20 October 2008 at 12:03 pm #

    Heather is mine, and thanks God for her!

  3. Linny Best 20 October 2008 at 12:06 pm #

    I’m in between “randys” and it is disappointing. Once you’ve had that amazing relationship with someone, it’s hard to do life without it. I had it in high school and college, but like @Shawn just said, we went our separate ways and I miss it like crazy. My husband is there for me like that, but it’s different.

  4. AdamF 20 October 2008 at 12:06 pm #

    Hambrick is mine

  5. Ronni 20 October 2008 at 12:08 pm #

    Heh. My pastor is. Which um makes me shrink when I get, “we need to talk”. OY. If he didn’t love me so much tho I’d run and hide…

    But it’s been great. I’ve grown a TON. Stinkin’ grateful really.

  6. Kelli 20 October 2008 at 12:11 pm #

    I’ve been praying for a “RANDY”.

  7. Toby 20 October 2008 at 12:13 pm #

    That would be my wife and I’m not sure I want another :-)

  8. Randy 20 October 2008 at 12:21 pm #

    Welllll, I can’t be my own Randy but I am a Randy to others. My Randy’s are Eddie, Alan and Joe (not the plumber).

  9. tabitha 20 October 2008 at 12:22 pm #

    My best friend, Heather G.

  10. Aaron 20 October 2008 at 12:28 pm #

    I can’t even get the fiance to use Google Talk or iChat. I guess the telephone will have to do for this geek. :/

  11. Stacey 20 October 2008 at 12:43 pm #

    I have a Cindy… a awesome gurll who allows me to be transparent and authentic. Thank You Cindy B. Genius!!

  12. Kevin M. 20 October 2008 at 1:10 pm #

    My “Randy” is my friend Chris from California. Even though I have never met Chris in person his wisdom and encouragement have been invaluable to me.

  13. MickeyG 20 October 2008 at 1:12 pm #

    LOL “randy” means something entirely in Australia…but my “tell it like it is” person is Eddy :)

  14. Greg 20 October 2008 at 1:24 pm #

    looking for a Randy – I hope to find one at the new church I’ll be working at.

  15. kyle 20 October 2008 at 1:46 pm #

    I’ve had many Randy’s in my life growing up.
    I would say my “Randy” is a girl by the name of Katie McGrady out of California.
    Not only does she hold me accountable and keep me in check when I’m an idiot.
    She also one of the people who truly got me to find my passion in blogging/writing.

    http://www.vagabondrunn.wordpress.com

  16. Phillip McCart 20 October 2008 at 1:55 pm #

    My “Randy” is Randy L. He was one of my student ministry volunteers back in the day.

  17. Josh Turner 20 October 2008 at 2:47 pm #

    Lee is mine and it is awesome to have a buddy like him in my life that holds me accountable

  18. Iz 20 October 2008 at 3:06 pm #

    First of all, you guys are way too cool with the tech toys! I’ve never seen Randy from that angle at his desk…I’ve only been behind him – talking to the back of his head. :)
    My Randy’s name is Sharyl, aka “My Spiritual Mama”. I get nothin’ but unconditional acceptance from her…and everyone needs someone like that! Glad you have Randy. (he’s good people)

  19. Sam 20 October 2008 at 4:45 pm #

    The only reason I am still in ministry today is because of the “Randy” in my life. He works for lifechurch and his name is Andrew. Having someone that will shoot straight with me and knows me well enough to call me out when I need to be has been vital to my life.

  20. Bunk 20 October 2008 at 5:08 pm #

    I went without a “Randy” for the longest. It seriously was a hard season of life. However, my former “Randy” actually tracked me down about 5 months ago because he felt he needed to. Man was he right! Since then he has continued to pour into me and set me straight , just like good ole days. Thank God for Randys’.

  21. Lana 20 October 2008 at 5:53 pm #

    My friend Lori. She has been through so much and is here for me now. She never, ever acts annoyed when I need to talk. She calls me everyday to see how I am doing.
    I had another “Randy” named Christina when I went through some very tough times a few years ago. Both Lori and Christina are jewels.

  22. Robin 20 October 2008 at 9:33 pm #

    My older sister, Stephanie.
    She lives in Chicago, I live in So.Cal….and she is still, hands down, the best accountability ever. Her phone calls and honest questions can throw me back into check faster than anyone I know.
    Invaluable is the correct word.

  23. Patty B! 20 October 2008 at 10:52 pm #

    Hmm… I’m not sure if I have a Randy – maybe I’ll start accepting applications.

  24. Dustin 20 October 2008 at 11:52 pm #

    My ‘Randy’ is named Jim. He’s come along side me and poured into for about 6 months now and so many good things have come out of our relationship for both of us. It’s hard and often uncomfortable, but it’s totally worth it to have someone who will ask you the hard questions and even get on your nerves because they care so much about you and want to see you grow.

  25. lynse leanne 21 October 2008 at 3:28 am #

    I have several Randy’s 1 is Gina Cox. she has been in my life found about 2 years now. She is tough….she loves me, and love is not defined by covering over my sins. She kicks my butt when i need it and tell me when i am being ridiculous. the other is Anne, she knows as much as Gina and sometimes more of the feelings behind it. she lives 3 or so hours away…most of our communication is over email, but it works for us. Having a “randy” in my life is huge for me….because i get that i cant do life without these people!

  26. Jesse Holden 21 October 2008 at 7:01 am #

    B.J. is my “Randy”

  27. Rachel 21 October 2008 at 7:03 am #

    idk, my bff, jill?

  28. Rachel 21 October 2008 at 7:05 am #

    In all seriousness, though…one of my best friends Rhema, even though our doorsteps are 720 miles apart right now. We were best friends in college (not that long ago). And another one of my best friends, Luci…also from school. Our doorsteps are 2.5 miles apart. It’s nice. =)

  29. Danny Stephens 21 October 2008 at 7:12 am #

    Well, Randy’s not really my Randy, because I don’t see him or talk to him often enough…..but I do love me some Randy!

  30. Zach Tanksley 21 October 2008 at 7:46 am #

    I would say that mine goes to Rich Kirkpatrick. Awesome guy, started out as a “necessary mentor” for a class I was in and the current YP at my church didn’t know how to communicate with me so he had me talk to Rich. Rich and I developed a fantastic friendship and he eventually officiated my wedding and has been a great friend and mentor since.

  31. Jonathan 21 October 2008 at 8:45 am #

    I have a few Randy’s. They’re great to have. There are times, though, when I hord my “stuff” in and don’t tell anyone. I need to work on that.

    Love your site.

    Bless God. Serve Someone.

  32. Crystal Renaud 21 October 2008 at 8:59 am #

    anne.

    she tells me the things i don’t like to hear but need to.

  33. Fred F. McKinnon 21 October 2008 at 9:49 am #

    that would be Craig Walker … like a Dad to me … we pray/fast each year together in Jan … when it’s time to fish or cut bait, he’s the guy I call for my last gut check.

    For the Kingdom,
    Fred McKinnon
    http://www.fredmckinnon.com
    http://www.theworshipcommunity.com

  34. Reese 22 October 2008 at 7:08 am #

    I’ve never had a Randy.

  35. randy parker 22 October 2008 at 5:16 pm #

    My “randy” is pat. (http://patamo.blogspot.com/)

    He is more than a friend…he’s a brother to me.

    Love ya’ man!

  36. bobby 23 October 2008 at 12:57 pm #

    Kinda wish I had one. Not really so much.

  37. Jessica 25 October 2008 at 2:59 pm #

    I don’t have one, never have. I always pray and crave for a “Randy” especially since I am usually someone else’s.

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