Fun in AZ!

Today is pool time and dinner out.
We also hope to do a portrait of Jessica for her senior photo.
The surroundings here at the JW Marriott are gorgeous.
A very nice destination!

With Love from AZ,

Dad J

What do Grandparents look like????

This was taken at the moment we heard from Meggan & Bryan......

"It's a GIRL!!!!!"

Blessings to Meg & Bry,

GrandDad & GrandMaMa Jones

P.S. Bill & Denise....Welcome to the fraternity!

Well....I think its finally safe to say that spring in MN has arrived!!!

Here is a photo from the front yard that proves the point...(I hope).
Even though the last two nights have had temperatures in the thirties, it seems we are on track for the onset of spring and summer.

We look forward to our meeting up with Meg & Bry in an area that is more like "summer"!
I heard that the temps last week were in the 90 degree range.

"Break-out the shorts and sandals!

With love from MN,

Dad Jones

A few new photos of Evelyn.....

Here are three choice photos, one from Jodie's time in FL, and two from last week.

MMW....Enjoy! (I'll send a CD)

GrandDad J

Safety First!.... Second... Third!!!

Well, GrandMum & GrandDad are preparing
for the grandkids!
This week we added to household belongings an umbrella stroller & car seat.

My doesn't Evelyn look happy and safe?!!!

GrandDad J

..."Today, I think I shall hold Evelyn!"

Ah yes.... today we meet Sarah & Evelyn at the airport.
What a week we'll have!

Dad J

"Don't Curse the Darkness....."

Don't Curse the Darkness!......

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"Let your speech always be with grace, as though seasoned with salt, so that you will know how you should respond to each person."

By this, I don't mean we should tip-toe around the truth, (or, as is said in MN... "sanding off of the truth"). But I do proclaim with scripture's support.... "watch what you say"!

O.K. that last part was my paraphrase... but I believe it holds true to the author's intent!

With Love,

Dad J

Exciting Opportunity -- Worthy Cause! -- Cristo Vive International

I am posting below, a poster for an event that I will be participating in early May 2006.
Cristo Vive International is a Christ-centered organization that reaches out to children with both physical, and cognitive disabilties. Their work is both here in the USA and abroad. This year they will have camps in Osceola WI., and in Ecuador, South America & Ireland, U.K.

Jessica has participated in their camping progam the last three summers, and will again go to Cristo Vive camp this year in June.

We cannot speak more highly, or with more respect and admiration for this organization.

Their efforts are truly making a difference for these individuals and their families.

Please consider this organization's needs.

With Love & Christ's encouragement,

Duane & Sandra Jones

May we present..."The New Wolff Baby Wheels!"

Well, we're not exactly Vana White & what's his name....
But we present to you (Meggan & Bryan and ?????) the new baby's wheels!

With Love,
Dad & Mom Jones + Jessica

P.S. We'll bring it with when we visit.

Truly, a sermon worth hearing!

Meggan & Bryan, in a recent post on their blog, provided a link to a sermon they heard at their church in CA. (Grace Community Church).

Dr. Steve Lawson delivered this message to their church while in CA. last month.

The link I am posting below is from Dr. Lawson's church website. He originally preached this message on January 1st, 2006 at his church in Mobile, AL.

You can find it by looking for the Hebrews sermon on 1/1/2006.

The download of the sermon's streaming audio takes a bit of time, but is well worth the wait!

Please consider taking the time to hear this. It is delivered by a pastor who seems to have done his homework well, has a passion for the Word, and how it relates to each of us.

Blessings,

Dad J

http://www.cfbcmobile.org/site/cpage.asp?sec_id=377&cpage_id=421&secure=&dlyear=2006&dlcat=Hebrews

P.S. "Springtime is nearing" just recieved another 5-7 inches of snow!

Did someone say "Springtime is Nearing!"????

On Sunday there was virtually no snow.
We awoke today to heavy snow falling. You'll see by the photos!

Dad J

Springtime is nearing!

During the night, we awoke to great flashes of lightning. There was not much in the way of thunder however, and neither did we receive much of any rain.
It was however, a dramatic display & quite unique for this time of year.


No the image is not mine...merely a visual representation to accompany the post.

Blessings from MN,
Dad J

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.

"Oh yes....I sit up, you see, Peter showed me how!"

"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!!!!!!

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

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

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

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

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