Last evening we enjoyed a walk along the beach with Mike & Julie, Rachel and Evelyn. We saw the sun set and enjoyed the time with the Mosley's.
Monday, February 27, 2006
A "Jewel" on the Emerald Coast!
Last evening we enjoyed a walk along the beach with Mike & Julie, Rachel and Evelyn. We saw the sun set and enjoyed the time with the Mosley's.
Sunday, February 26, 2006
Thursday, February 23, 2006
"There's someone sleeping in My bedroom!!!"... "Its GrandDad & GrandMum Jones.....Yippiee!!!!"
"I woke up during the night, and who was in my room?... GrandMum & GrandDad Jones"We are going to party!!!!!!
Wednesday, February 15, 2006
BREAGAN..."The Adventure Continues..."
I read this today from the "Ships Log" of BREAGAN.
Leg 09 Log 16
http://www.breagan.com/cgibin/s_read.cgi?order=Sort+by+Log+Name
LEG 09 LOG 16 Feb 14, 2006 04:21 pmFeb 12th 2006, LEG 09 LOG 16Our current location at 6:30 CST, on Feb 13th , 19° 16’.800N 49° 57’.400WWow, as I write this just 840 NM to go. That may seem like nothing, but to us it means we have covered almost 2,000NM already. We had a great fast ride for about 9 hours, going wing and wing (the main sail to one side, the genoa to the other, with the wind pushing us). We set a new speed record for this trip, 9.44 knots; it goes to Clete, because it was on his watch. Our average was around 8 knots, which is pretty good for a boat whose theoretical hull speed is 7.5 knots. We really had too much sail up for the wind speeds, but it was variable and Breagan seemed almost to enjoy it. I made pancakes and bacon for lunch, they were the kind that would stick with you, if you know what I mean. The moon was full and the skies clear and with high rolling swells it was a breath taking evening. You have to imagine the moon’s light dancing on the waves and Breagan goes up to the top of a swell and you see the whole ocean under this bright moon light. Then, she goes to the bottom of the swell and you see the next one coming and it looks like it is going to go right over the top of you. But it gently lifts you up and pushes you forward. I do have to tell you, not all the swells are that thoughtful. Some slap the stern and send seawater into the cockpit. That is just a reminder to let you know whose domain you are in.
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I would love to reply, but I don't want to use too much satellite airtime. $$$
It made me think of how the Lord shows us how far our sins have been removed from us...
"As far as the East is from the West"!
...And then comes "the deceiver" to try to tell us otherwise!!!!
We need to stomp on satan's head, and quote back to him, the truth of scripture that tells us otherwise!
Sojouning on this side of heaven,
Dad Jones
Tuesday, February 14, 2006
Olympic Goals - Imperishable Crown
As I was reading today about Luge events at the winter games, I came upon a story about "Grandma Luge". A 52 year-young, luger who is appearing in her 6th winter Olympics.
Follow this link to learn more about Anne Abernathy, loving known as "Grandma Luge".
Enjoy! ... and be Blessed!
Dad J
http://www.thegoal.com/players/luge/abernathy_ann/abernathy.html
Monday, February 13, 2006
Job Search - UPDATE
Last Friday evening I came across a posting for a position at ATMI, Inc. in Bloomington, MN.
I have never before come across a posting that I felt fit me more closely than this.
Saturday morning, I submitted my resume and filled out the online portion of their application process.
I am hoping to secure the name of the hiring manager to make direct contact.
Please be in prayer along with me in this pursuit.
Blessings,
Dad Jones
Tuesday, February 07, 2006
Parental / GrandParental "Doting"...
Look what we found!
We think our 2 cm. GrandBaby will have to wait a little bit before riding in this!
Oh, but what fun "doting" is! *
* see: http://bryanmegganwolff.blogspot.com/2006/02/babys-first-picture.html
(Bry, keep up the studies, the posts on your blog, and loving "Little Meg")
Love Ya,
Dad J
Wednesday, February 01, 2006
BREAGAN, UNDER SAIL!
As I was posting the previous posting to the blog, my cellphone "beeped" a message received tone.
Message reads:
GOT THE 2-6AM WATCH.
25 KNOTS WIND,
GENOA OUT MAKING 7 KNOTS,
LOVING LIFE. BRAD
I'll bet they would have liked this technology when Christopher Columbus sailed across the Atlantic.
REPLY:
GODSPEED DEAR BRAD & MATES!
Duane
The longer days...mean springtime is nearing!!!
While going through some files on my computer, I came across this image. Today the weather reminded me of this image, and I looked at it more deeply. Sarah & Nathanael look so much younger (must be that bushy head of hair Nathanael is sporting in the photo) but it made me think "our babies are having babies!"
This was when our family was still five, with two handsome men knocking on the door.
Now we're eight, going on ten!
PTL!!!!!
Love Dad Jones
Tuesday, January 31, 2006
A strange and surreal commute.
Today marked the last day of employment at Johnson/Anderson. My drive home was,... well to say the least, a really different experience.
My thoughts reflected on how familiar the tracks were of my daily commute.
Today at 2:00PM, I was planning to leave early to begin the transition to job seeker.
I was glad that I didn't, because as I was headed to our HR director's office, I met her in the corridor with an ice cream cake in hand.
It would have been well, embaressing to say the least had I ducked-out early on my last day and missed the kind farewell of my co-workers.
While the transition to a new place of employ is upon me, I will still enjoy the relationships and friendships of co-workers and customers a like.
The experiences and knowledge gained will provide basis for future work.
I will truly miss the day to day interaction with fellow co-workers, but I trust my "new" endeavor will bring me back across their paths, as a customer, and we'll be able to continue where we left off.
Duane
My thoughts reflected on how familiar the tracks were of my daily commute.
Today at 2:00PM, I was planning to leave early to begin the transition to job seeker.
I was glad that I didn't, because as I was headed to our HR director's office, I met her in the corridor with an ice cream cake in hand.
It would have been well, embaressing to say the least had I ducked-out early on my last day and missed the kind farewell of my co-workers.
While the transition to a new place of employ is upon me, I will still enjoy the relationships and friendships of co-workers and customers a like.
The experiences and knowledge gained will provide basis for future work.
I will truly miss the day to day interaction with fellow co-workers, but I trust my "new" endeavor will bring me back across their paths, as a customer, and we'll be able to continue where we left off.
Duane
Thursday, January 26, 2006
For behold, I bring good news of a great joy...!
I've often thought of the news that was brought to Mary & Joseph and later to the shepherds.
The wonderment of hearing and then realizing that you are soon to be parents, we'll it can be... overwhelming!
We are blessed to share the news that... "Like arrows in the hand of a mighty warrior, so are the children of ones youth, how blessed is he whose quiver is full of them."
Today marks the day that we declare both Sarah & Meggan are expecting! I still feel young! Perhaps Nathanael & Bryan will allow me to feel like a mighty warrior!
We share in the exitement and anticipation of these new lives.
This evening we spoke with a dear brother from church whose daughter married just two weeks ago this Sat. He shared how truly blessed they felt to have a son-in-law that loves the Lord.
We can second that... for we've been twice blessed! Our family of five, grew to six beginning in July 2004. Jumped to seven in January 2005, eight in July 2005.
Now in 2006 were looking at ten!
Add to that the addition of Mosley's and Wolff's extended family, well we are blessed!
PRAISE GOD, from whom all blessings flow!
Dad Jones (to 3+2)
GrandDad Jones (to Evelyn + ? + ?....)
The wonderment of hearing and then realizing that you are soon to be parents, we'll it can be... overwhelming!
We are blessed to share the news that... "Like arrows in the hand of a mighty warrior, so are the children of ones youth, how blessed is he whose quiver is full of them."
Today marks the day that we declare both Sarah & Meggan are expecting! I still feel young! Perhaps Nathanael & Bryan will allow me to feel like a mighty warrior!
We share in the exitement and anticipation of these new lives.
This evening we spoke with a dear brother from church whose daughter married just two weeks ago this Sat. He shared how truly blessed they felt to have a son-in-law that loves the Lord.
We can second that... for we've been twice blessed! Our family of five, grew to six beginning in July 2004. Jumped to seven in January 2005, eight in July 2005.
Now in 2006 were looking at ten!
Add to that the addition of Mosley's and Wolff's extended family, well we are blessed!
PRAISE GOD, from whom all blessings flow!
Dad Jones (to 3+2)
GrandDad Jones (to Evelyn + ? + ?....)
Wednesday, January 18, 2006
And I thought "My World" was in turmoil!
Please read this link to Chuck Colson's daily commentary.
http://www.pfm.org/AM/Template.cfm?Section=BreakPoint1&Template=/CM/ContentDisplay.cfm&ContentID=17789
It truly makes the words of scripture come to life. "Pray for the peace of Jerusalem".
More importantly, pray for the peace in our hearts, that only God in Christ can truly provide.
Our world is truly, a "Kingdom in Conflict".
Blessings to all, with a prayer that Christ will rule in all our hearts,
Duane
http://www.pfm.org/AM/Template.cfm?Section=BreakPoint1&Template=/CM/ContentDisplay.cfm&ContentID=17789
It truly makes the words of scripture come to life. "Pray for the peace of Jerusalem".
More importantly, pray for the peace in our hearts, that only God in Christ can truly provide.
Our world is truly, a "Kingdom in Conflict".
Blessings to all, with a prayer that Christ will rule in all our hearts,
Duane
Saturday, January 14, 2006
Who is GOD?.....
No, I haven't "lost it" amid the transition and stress that a new job search can create.
Last week we began a home bible study, based on a book our pastor, Daniel Henderson wrote entitled, the 7 Most Important Questions You'll Ever Answer.
The 7 Questions are:
1. Who is GOD?
2. Who Am I?
3. Why Am I Here?
4. What Really Matters?
5. What Shall I Do?
6. How Shall I Do It?
7. When Shall I Do It?
I do look forward to this study. I believe it comes at a very appropriate time for me personally, and also for our church as a whole.
In the past 5 years I've become somewhat of an expert in the field of job searching (not that I have sought out this added expertise). There are times that the devil tries to bring discouragement and dispair. I delight in the fact that we have a God who; desires us to know Him, a God who does have a plan for us to walk in, and who does give purpose and direction for our lives now as well as for eternity.
One of the goals our pastor is looking for, is that we each individually write a "Mission Statement" and "Purpose Statement", and to set goals that help us live our life with more direction and purpose.
These are areas that will be good for me. I sense that I tend to be more "go with the flow" in my nature, and a more directed and purposeful approach to daily living & "abiding" in Him, will do me well.
I will keep you informed of the journey, Dear and Gentle readers.
Duane
Last week we began a home bible study, based on a book our pastor, Daniel Henderson wrote entitled, the 7 Most Important Questions You'll Ever Answer.
The 7 Questions are:
1. Who is GOD?
2. Who Am I?
3. Why Am I Here?
4. What Really Matters?
5. What Shall I Do?
6. How Shall I Do It?
7. When Shall I Do It?
I do look forward to this study. I believe it comes at a very appropriate time for me personally, and also for our church as a whole.
In the past 5 years I've become somewhat of an expert in the field of job searching (not that I have sought out this added expertise). There are times that the devil tries to bring discouragement and dispair. I delight in the fact that we have a God who; desires us to know Him, a God who does have a plan for us to walk in, and who does give purpose and direction for our lives now as well as for eternity.
One of the goals our pastor is looking for, is that we each individually write a "Mission Statement" and "Purpose Statement", and to set goals that help us live our life with more direction and purpose.
These are areas that will be good for me. I sense that I tend to be more "go with the flow" in my nature, and a more directed and purposeful approach to daily living & "abiding" in Him, will do me well.
I will keep you informed of the journey, Dear and Gentle readers.
Duane
Tuesday, January 10, 2006
"He went Public!!!"
The following is from an email annoucement at Johnson/Anderson.
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Subject: Duane Jones
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I am sorry to announce Duane Jones’ plan to leave J/A.
At this point, Duane’s last day will be January 31, 2006.
Duane has a great deal of experience in printed media, predominantly in the area of print design & print production management. While his plans are not yet formalized, he likely will look for a position in that area.
Today he told one of our customers, "There have been great relationships and friendships both inside the company and outside the company that I have enjoyed over the past 16 months, and I look forward to continuing them."
"I'm not sure where I will land as yet.... the "networking process" begins! "
Please join me in wishing Duane well.
Jon
________________________________
It is now public knowledge.
Personal and corporate prayer for a new position is cherished & welcomed!!
Duane
_____________________________________
Subject: Duane Jones
_____________________________________
I am sorry to announce Duane Jones’ plan to leave J/A.
At this point, Duane’s last day will be January 31, 2006.
Duane has a great deal of experience in printed media, predominantly in the area of print design & print production management. While his plans are not yet formalized, he likely will look for a position in that area.
Today he told one of our customers, "There have been great relationships and friendships both inside the company and outside the company that I have enjoyed over the past 16 months, and I look forward to continuing them."
"I'm not sure where I will land as yet.... the "networking process" begins! "
Please join me in wishing Duane well.
Jon
________________________________
It is now public knowledge.
Personal and corporate prayer for a new position is cherished & welcomed!!
Duane
Thursday, January 05, 2006
Wednesday, January 04, 2006
U.S. Faces Severe Worker Shortage in Future
U.S. Faces Severe Worker Shortage in Future
By JIM ABRAMS, Associated Press Writer
WASHINGTON - The United States faces a severe worker shortage in the near future, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce' said Wednesday in advocating better education for Americans and changes in immigration law to allow in more foreign workers.
Chamber President and CEO Thomas Donohue, at a news conference outlining business prospects in 2006, said the country is ill-prepared to deal with the impending retirement of 77 million baby boomers.
"We have yet to secure an adequate supply of working taxpayers to run a growing economy and support an explosion of retirees," he said in his organization's report on the state of U.S. business.
(end of quote)_______________________________________________
I know of about 25,000,000 - 30,000,000 who would have been of legal age to vote and be a part of the workforce, if it were not for the 1973 Roe vs. Wade decision.
GOD, save us!
Help us to see our need for You, our need to repent.
May we seek Your face, and Your heart for life....
Duane
By JIM ABRAMS, Associated Press Writer
WASHINGTON - The United States faces a severe worker shortage in the near future, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce' said Wednesday in advocating better education for Americans and changes in immigration law to allow in more foreign workers.
Chamber President and CEO Thomas Donohue, at a news conference outlining business prospects in 2006, said the country is ill-prepared to deal with the impending retirement of 77 million baby boomers.
"We have yet to secure an adequate supply of working taxpayers to run a growing economy and support an explosion of retirees," he said in his organization's report on the state of U.S. business.
(end of quote)_______________________________________________
I know of about 25,000,000 - 30,000,000 who would have been of legal age to vote and be a part of the workforce, if it were not for the 1973 Roe vs. Wade decision.
GOD, save us!
Help us to see our need for You, our need to repent.
May we seek Your face, and Your heart for life....
Duane
Tuesday, December 27, 2005
Monday, December 26, 2005
"I saw Sarah kissing...Santa Claus!!!
Say, did I hear Santa Claus say something about wanting to be in Miami Beach?Santa must have never heard the Beach Boys sing about the "Northern Girls and the way they kiss...!" He'll come around.
The time has gone WAY TOO FAST!!!
We are thankful, however, for each and every moment.
Blessings to all,
GrandDad Jones
Who says that CHRISTmas is for kids.... Its for Grandparents!!!
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