tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38967216821503460782011-06-06T18:47:43.795-05:00This is the family blog for the Knippers family of Newton, Mississippi- Jason (Dad), Melissa (Mom), Chloe (4 yo Daughter), Kennedy, Kaitlyn (both born June 16, 2008), and Holi (the dog). You can keep up with our latest news, announcements, and adventures by subscribing to the RSS Feed.Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.comBlogger671100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-59242961142621053162009-04-15T19:55:00.001-05:002009-04-15T19:55:47.610-05:00

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-24098113936469059302009-03-21T19:42:00.003-05:002009-03-21T19:49:15.511-05:00

As you can see from the NEW above slideshow, we finally have a new camera and some new pics. Yes, the girls are constantly growing and had their 9 month check-up this past Tuesday. (They were 9 months old on March 16.) They are both doing excellent and believe it or not they weighed exactly the same!!Chloe' is growing as well and is getting ready to start acting, modeling, and art lessons. If she

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-49546376068910825232009-03-13T11:18:00.002-05:002009-03-13T11:30:04.296-05:00

This week, this month, OK, this whole year has been exhausting. Just when it seems we are about to get a break, something else pops onto the calendar.Not to say that any of these things have been bad, on the contrary, they've all been very good. But I am ready for a few days of R & R.I responded to my first major fire this past week. A 10-70 structure fire. A trailer was fully engulfed when we

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-29554551661541235852009-03-05T11:38:00.001-06:002009-03-05T11:38:44.839-06:00

Just got back from responding to my first "tone"- a 10-70 grass fire with structure nearby. It took us longer to write the report and roll up the hose than put out the fire, but it was fun! It's been a while since I've run code (lights and siren) in a vehicle and yes, I enjoyed it. The main satisfaction though is knowing that we (myself and our fire chief- Bob Mikell) were able to help someone in

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-58104689461329922832009-03-03T12:17:00.001-06:002009-03-03T12:17:13.138-06:00

Yes, I know tithing is a whole lot more than just "giving money." But in today's downright scary economy, we need to laugh more than ever. This video will help you do just that! It is hilarious!!

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Those were the days . . . Only complaint is I don't see how you can talk about the evolution of communication without including the iPhone.

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-36637816919761984492009-02-23T17:47:00.001-06:002009-02-23T17:47:06.501-06:00

OK, my goal of posting a new entry every Monday is not working out too well . . . but if you only knew our schedule lately.Church has been hectic, GREAT but hectic. Things are starting to slow down some now and I am catching my breath.All of the church events would not have been so bad had we not all been battling sickness after sickness in the family. Melissa, Kennedy, Kaitlyn, Chloe, and then

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-59354481823879297302009-02-04T13:15:00.002-06:002009-02-04T13:16:50.865-06:00

One of the pastors I love to listen to preach is David Platt, Senior Pastor at The Church at Brook Hills in Birmingham, Alabama. I know David from both Seminary and when we were members at Brook Hills. He is truly annointed by God and is a phenomenal communicator with a true grasp on what it means to be a disciple.The link to the sermon below is a MUST hear! While the message was specifically for

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-45459472670354143042009-02-02T13:05:00.002-06:002009-02-02T13:06:48.125-06:00

I have committed to myself that I will try to update our blog every Monday. So here is the latest.Chloe' has an ear infection, Melissa has had the stomach virus, and Katelyn was not wanting to take her bottle for a while. Chloe' is still recovering, Melissa has recovered, and Katelyn is getting better about taking her bottle once again. So far, knocking on some wood, Kennedy and I have remained

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-8654137980309687372009-01-29T14:04:00.005-06:002009-01-29T14:17:23.969-06:00

OK, sit down and buckle in, because this might be a long post. Unless the girls require my attention. I'm sitting in their room as I type this as they are sitting up and playing with their toys in the floor. Trust me, we have quite a symphony going on! And yes, I can sit in here and type because I finally have internet at my house!We are beginning to get settled in- still have a couple of rooms

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-77541690758483106692009-01-13T17:17:00.003-06:002009-01-13T17:21:20.052-06:00

Wooh! We're still unpacking boxes. I didn't realize how much stuff we had. And between Wal Mart runs, finding Chloe' a new school, realizing we have a totally different address (and phone numbers- LONG story) than what we thought- I am pooped!And no, I have NOT seen the second night of 24 and American Idol premiers tonight! Luckily, our Dish Network is installed and working great.Don't worry,

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-80012082321809743742009-01-06T12:47:00.003-06:002009-01-06T12:52:23.679-06:00

OK, I know I'm probably blogging more today than I have altogether in the past few months. But I have nothing else to do while the movers are here. (And no, that line has nothing to do with the title of this post- just FYI.)Anyway, for those of you not in the know, today was the keynote (or "Philnote" as Steve Jobs, President of Apple is sick from a hormone imbalance and was unable to deliver his

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-34765141832478193742009-01-06T12:10:00.002-06:002009-01-06T12:11:59.498-06:00

This song is dedicated to all of our Chi Alpha students at First Newton who are doing hard things. We love you all and will miss you!!Click here!

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Wow! This is very cool! You can now listen to some awesome music as you read our blog. You never know what songs will be in there. These are a few of our favorites I was able to find. There's some Audio Adrenaline, Third Day, Casting Crowns, and yes, even some James Tealy!!The first song listed, Goodbye, is a tribute to all my "kids" at First Newton. We will always love you and will miss you

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-74017118584477816602009-01-03T09:40:00.003-06:002009-01-03T09:44:02.600-06:00

Here is what our week looks like for next week:Tuesday, January 6th- Movers arrive to pack houseWednesday, January 7th- Movers load truck & we leave for Ray City. We will spend the night in Atlanta, Georgia. Have you ever tried to make an 8 hour trip with two 6 month olds and a 4 year old?! It ain't happening!Thursday, January 8th- The Knipfam arrives in Ray City, GeorgiaFriday, January 9th or

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-16923470771112349502009-01-03T09:39:00.000-06:002009-01-03T09:40:30.259-06:00

To our friends at Ray City:There are not enough words to express how excited we are over how God is working in our lives and in yours in bringing us to you for me to serve as Associate Pastor. We know God has been doing some great things and is going to continue to do great things in the days, weeks, and years ahead. We serve an awesome God and we are looking forward with anticipation to serving

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-77617073422816329282008-12-19T22:30:00.000-06:002008-12-19T22:39:07.245-06:00

This afternoon, one of my students, but more importantly one of my friends, Landon Burt (pictured on the left), went to be home with his Lord as the result of a tragic drowning accident. Please be in prayer for Landon's family- Mary (his mom), Bryan (his dad), and David (his brother).As we wonder "why" God brought this verse to my mind: 28And we know that in ALL things God works for the good of

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-76175191343531100562008-12-19T22:29:00.001-06:002008-12-19T22:29:10.850-06:00

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Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-53092572607655232692008-12-19T22:28:00.001-06:002008-12-19T22:28:36.057-06:00

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-16313985527267830752008-12-12T11:01:00.001-06:002008-12-12T11:02:50.240-06:00

December 10, 2008Dear Friends,Solomon reminds us in Ecclesiastes 3:1 “There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under heaven.” I believe that verse applies not only to our activities but also to our careers and lives. God led my family and I to the wonderful faith family that is First Baptist Newton almost two and a half years ago. It has been here that our oldest daughter

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-58374140511116996942008-12-05T10:33:00.001-06:002008-12-05T10:33:36.463-06:00

I know, I know. It has been FOREVER since I last posted something. Between keeping up with two 5 month olds, taking Chloe back and forth to Lamar everyday, Melissa's gallbladder surgery, football games on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, and a whole bunch of other stuff- I have not had much time to relax let alone blog.And there's been a lot to blog about- a new President (which someone nees to

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-89243977526519302452008-09-22T15:09:00.003-05:002008-09-22T15:11:23.155-05:00

We just found out that Melissa has been diagnosed with galls stones. We're not sure what the next step is- except that we are supposed to meet with the surgeon sometime soon. Please keep us in your prayers and we will let you know more as details become available.She had been feeling funny (nausea, dizzy spells, tingling up and down her arm) for a while and went to see the doctor and after

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-81126573802769666622008-09-22T15:07:00.002-05:002008-09-22T15:09:02.764-05:00

I'm sitting in the new Apple Store at Renaissance Colony Park in Ridgeland blogging on my MacBook Pro while in a Mac store! :) Yes, this is uber-coolness!!Want the same experience? Then come out here and buy a Mac!

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-45500695092971911982008-08-19T10:13:00.001-05:002008-08-19T10:13:14.511-05:00

OK, I know, still no pics. Things at the Knippers' household have been crazy busy!In addition to the twins turning 2 months a few days ago (August 16th) we've just recently had our annual D-Now weekend, got Chloe started in school, been joyous and sad with our pastor Luke Lane leaving to go to Troy, Alabama, and adjusting to raising two twin babies and a 4 year old on our own with no more family

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-62456146218277487492008-07-23T11:56:00.001-05:002008-07-23T11:56:13.634-05:00

If you would, please remember my mammaw, Athalee Caskey in your prayers. She is in Jackson Parish Hospital with gallstones and a bladder infection. Also seems as if some crazy cut happy doctors (who have no clue what they are talking about) want to do surgery even though, because of her age and condition, she has already been declared NOT a candidate for surgery. And of course, the treatment she

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-46810270363896572092008-07-23T11:53:00.001-05:002008-07-23T11:53:15.588-05:00

Bobby Jindal's decision NOT to accept the VP position from McCain is a great decision for the state of Louisiana. Jindal is doing a fantastic job for my home state and to loose him this early on would be a disaster for what could become one of, if not the greatest government turnarounds in our nations history.Also, even though I think Jindal is conservatism's next big thing, he does need more

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-87513811597715607242008-07-22T15:31:00.001-05:002008-07-22T15:31:24.039-05:00

The twins were one month old this past Wednesday (July 16th) and yes, I know, I have been horrible at getting pictures uploaded.But don't worry, new pics are on the way. Really soon . . . I promise! :)

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-2515815393454382542008-07-16T11:14:00.002-05:002008-07-16T11:16:18.277-05:00

Please read the full article before you think I'm actually endorsing Obama. This is what I have been saying all along (even since the early days of the Republican primary). One of the biggest problems in the Christian faith right now is that everyone knows what we are against, but they don't know what (or who) we are for. Click here to read the article.

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-79701953289367864022008-07-06T08:47:00.003-05:002008-07-06T08:57:00.801-05:00

We got back from StudentLife Camp at Louisiana Tech on Thursday. Awesome camp! We saw one salvation and I think all came away with a deeper commitment (let's pray it lasts beyond the camp high). God also showed me some great things and new directions.Of course, I missed my wife and kids like crazy. And just as we get back, I will leave next Friday to go with our children to Centri-Kid.

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-90828716614770492552008-06-28T12:08:00.001-05:002008-06-28T12:08:51.476-05:00

This past week both Melissa and the twins had doctor's visits. Melissa was doing so good that Dr. Purdy said she can drive again and can also resume light housework. People around here can not believe how good she is getting around and how good she looks.Kennedy & Kaitlyn went to see Dr. Byram on Thursday and are looking wonderful. Kennedy weighed 6 lbs and Kaitlyn weighed 5 lbs 11 oz! They are

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-37716167611533263052008-06-21T18:36:00.002-05:002008-06-21T18:38:51.823-05:00

Just got back from Rush Hospital (great hospital to have babies in btw!) where the girls had to have a recheck of their Billy Rubin count (to test for jaundice). They both had great scores and are looking fine. Kennedy has a really bad diaper rash, but other than that they and Melissa are doing well. And yes, they finally let us get some sleep last night (Friday). Hopefully that will continue! :)

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-2389293346262313032008-06-20T16:46:00.005-05:002008-11-12T23:20:41.604-06:00

Yes!! After 37 weeks and 2 days of waiting Kennedy & Kaitlyn have arrived on the scene! I apologize for taking so long to get this posted, but do you know how hard it is to find wi-fi connections in Meridian!?Here's the facts:Kennedy Lynn Knippers6 lbs, 1 oz. ~ 19.5 Inches ~ 6:58 pmKaitlyn Jean Knippers5 lbs, 3 oz. ~ 18 Inches ~ 7:01 pmThis pic was taken only a few hours after they were born, and

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-88436040966318285482008-06-11T17:10:00.001-05:002008-06-11T17:10:19.469-05:00

Went to see Dr. Purday again yesterday (Tuesday, June 10) and everything is looking great. Melissa is still fully closed and measuring 43 weeks. Both babies had good heartbeats. We are still set for delivery on Tuesday, June 24th. Melissa is continuing to have contractions, but they ease off with the medication.Pray that we don't have to make another hospital run until it is time as Dr. Purdy is

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-83505331581838371192008-06-09T15:39:00.001-05:002008-06-09T15:39:24.705-05:00

Forgot to mention in the newsletter, that I will be in Ruston from June 29 to July 3 for StudentLife Camp at Louisiana Tech. Can you believe I said I would never again stay in those dorms! Never say never!!I would love to visit with all of our friends while I'm there. Let me know when's a good time. Of course I will have plenty pics of the twins! :)

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-38654822814935355912008-06-09T15:37:00.001-05:002008-06-09T15:37:02.903-05:00

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-33615755411979337402008-06-09T15:36:00.002-05:002008-06-09T15:41:14.941-05:00

If you have a Mac (which any person in their right mind should! :) you can post directly to your blogger account from your dashboard by using this cool widget!Thanks to my friend Neal Breeding for sending me this link!Maybe now I will actually write a lot more!

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-25712973812447192682008-06-09T15:26:00.001-05:002008-06-09T15:26:36.534-05:00

Today, Monday, June 9, marks 7 years of marriage for Melissa and myself!! It's hard to believe it has been that long. And yes, after 7 loooong years of waiting, I finally got our wedding video finally edited. Thank you to all of you who were there and oh yeah, especially for the interesting comments in the "interview" reel!

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-23168894175534398932008-06-09T15:24:00.000-05:002008-06-09T15:26:05.119-05:00

No, K & K are still not here (I'm sure that's what you thought when you first got this email. We have had some close calls (the latest being this past Saturday, June 7). Melissa's contractions were 4 minutes apart. We drove to Rush Hospital in Meridian (trust us, you don't even get a band-aid from Newton Regional!), got a Breathine (sp?) shot, contractions stopped, and came home. This was better

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-91814800139303713152008-04-29T10:38:00.003-05:002008-04-29T10:42:37.641-05:00

Wow! It has been a looooong time since I posted anything. I don't have much time this morning- probably why it's been a while :) But a quick update on everything- Melissa has been put on permanent bed rest until the twins arrive. We had some scary moments the week of April 7 (two visits to the hospital) due to early contractions. She was given a shot and was actually in danger at one point of

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Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-15432232832818288972008-03-27T12:41:00.003-05:002008-03-27T12:57:45.125-05:00

The title of our blog is really one of those "inside family jokes." Well, since you've asked (OK, no one really asked, but I was looking for something to blog about and decided on this). But ever since Melissa and I have been married (and even before then) we were both fans of the TV show- 7th Heaven.And fairly often, probably every three episodes or so, something would happen in that show that

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-36675307781408100582008-03-27T12:06:00.002-05:002008-03-27T12:12:38.364-05:00

And not only me, but my whole family- Melissa and Chloe included. The only on that is well is Holi (the dog). We all have the flu and let me tell you I will be the first in line to get the flu shot next year! This stuff is not fun!!It's been a while since I wrote last so I thought I would give you some updates as to everything that's going on. Both Kennedy and Katelyn are doing great. At the last

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-18561865246105941922008-03-10T22:21:00.003-05:002008-03-10T22:31:52.950-05:00

Tomorrow is Mississippi's Primary- a race I don't really get to vote in. Well, at least for President this go around anyway. Followers of this blog know that I have been a vocal supporter of Mike Huckabee since the very beginning. Unfortunately, its not his time this go around. And no, I can not go into the voting booth and vote for Hillary just to keep the democratic party furor going until

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-1032940868978024922008-02-23T14:37:00.002-06:002008-02-23T14:40:54.383-06:00

Sitting here at DFW (man this place is huge, and very cold outside!) waiting for my flight to come back to Mississippi. I've been at the Creative Pastors Conference at Fellowship Church the last couple of days and was really challenged and lifted in my walk and my ministry. It was the absolute best I've ever been to, but I did walk away with a lot.Melissa and the twins are doing great. So is

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-87647770998182365272008-02-15T10:07:00.003-06:002008-02-15T10:10:24.488-06:00

Florida State has acted and put itself on probation for the cheating scandal that erupted this past fall. They have made sweeping changes across their athletic departments and taken this cheating scandal very seriously.I have been a Seminole fan since the early 90s. Never have I been prouder of them for the stance they are making. They have not been told to do this by the NCAA, ACC, or anybody

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-58207023157479961312008-02-14T15:57:00.002-06:002008-02-14T16:01:50.753-06:00

We visited the high risk specialist in Jackson yesterday. And it's now official . . . drumroll please . . . it is identical twin girls!! :) We've had about a week to recover from not having a boy and we are all (including Chloe) now doing good with it. Both babies are "perfect pictures of health" and everything is now looking great. The placenta has moved up. Melissa is still on a travel and rest

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-69018493709418347302008-02-11T20:30:00.001-06:002008-02-11T20:30:30.289-06:00

OK- it's almost ready. Go ahead and check out www.wildfire08.com

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-17768997162097269452008-02-05T23:20:00.001-06:002008-02-05T23:20:31.793-06:00

Change of heart?! Only when it is politically expedient. Mitt Romney is like the weather in the south- if you don't like what he's saying . . . just wait a little while! :) And this is who Dr. Dobson is voting for?

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-79515632073999756482008-02-05T22:39:00.000-06:002008-02-05T23:01:42.510-06:00

So what does a paraphrase from Happy Gilmore have to do with anything related to Super Tuesday? Well, for the past week and half (really almost the entire presidential political season in regards to Huckabee) we have been barraged by comments from Rush, Hannity, and now Dobson, on how McCain and Huckabee are too liberal to be elected or how they are not electable. Well, as the results are coming

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-64843662977354849292008-01-31T11:10:00.000-06:002008-01-31T11:39:50.251-06:00

Wow! It's been a while since I actually had time to sit down and write on here. Of course, for those of you that know my past attempts at blogs, that probably comes as no surprise.Huckabee is still in this race! However, I do believe Super Tuesday will determine a lot. If Governor Huckabee does not win enough key states in the south to stay strong, then I do believe he must look at dropping out.I

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-16821140122355734732008-01-08T13:04:00.000-06:002008-01-08T13:13:00.278-06:00

We had a great visit with Dr. Purdy yesterday (Monday). Everything is looking great and we will go for another sonogram next Monday. For those of you unfamiliar, there are a lot more sonograms with twins. We should find out the sexes next month (20 weeks). Melissa is doing good, but is very tired very often. Please continue to keep her (and all of us) in your prayers.We had a great Christmas. Of

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-38227720633726917602007-12-30T15:23:00.000-06:002007-12-30T15:29:22.041-06:00

OK, you must read the The Mouse Chronicle (detailed below or in archives) to fully understand Part II. Luckily, no showers were involved this time!As we were preparing to leave for the Christmas holidays and I was coming back in from loading the van, I recognized a very familiar carcass laying on the kitchen floor in front of the dishwasher. However, instead of his normal scurrying faster than

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-13125692211743379612007-12-30T15:04:00.000-06:002007-12-30T15:13:54.974-06:00

This morning, you and yours, like my family and I, were most likely in church worshiping our Lord and Savior. If so, you most likely missed Meet the Press with Tim Russert on NBC. Of course, to be honest, there's not any Sunday morning I make sure to watch Meet the Press, but today's episode was not to be missed.I am sure you have heard much criticism lately regarding GOP Candidate Mike Huckabee

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-34935594024127805932007-12-30T15:02:00.001-06:002008-11-12T23:20:42.072-06:00

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-75262717979031762412007-12-21T22:59:00.001-06:002007-12-21T22:59:31.202-06:00

Don't send a lame Holiday eCard. Try JibJab Sendables!

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-68939156268882723552007-12-19T10:08:00.000-06:002007-12-19T10:11:38.316-06:00

TWIN UPDATE- We had another sonogram done yesterday (the third of many more to come) and the babies are looking great. You could really tell a lot of profile yesterday. They were both about 45 cm and heart rates were around 170. Melissa is 11 weeks along and other than morning sickness, is doing fine. They are definitely in two sacs (yea! This is a very good thing!) and it looks like one placenta

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-7604739365556285112007-12-19T09:55:00.000-06:002007-12-19T10:08:34.883-06:00

If you haven't heard yet, my beloved Seminoles are now front and center of what appears to be a very bad cheating scandal.More than 25 student-athletes (football players included) are believed to have cheated on tests through an internet based course with the help of some tutors. Those football players (other sports were also involved) have been suspended from the Music City Bowl against Kentucky

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-56840821298429626992007-12-18T09:25:00.001-06:002007-12-18T09:25:08.749-06:00

Amen President Huckabee! (I'm speaking on faith here). No matter what candidate you support, this is a refreshing ad. And no doubt, it will drive the liberals nuts! I truly believe this election is going to be one of the biggest decisions we as a nation, and Christians, have ever made.

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-34261566339603599812007-12-16T17:16:00.000-06:002007-12-16T17:31:15.764-06:00

For the record, I am not afraid to admit that I can shriek like a woman! Here's what happened.This morning as I was waking up and getting ready to come to church, I go to my bathroom down the hall. I flip on the light, still not fully awake, and see something scurry across the floor. My first thought is, "That was a really big roach." After realizing that if a roach was truly that big, I'm

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-89689915747770132262007-12-12T12:18:00.000-06:002007-12-12T12:21:18.732-06:00

Hey everyone!We want you to leave your comments, prayer requests, praises, and encouragements (especially about the twins). It's super simple. Just click on the Leave Comment link at the end of each post and type away. You don't even have to register or have a blog yourself. And don't worry, I moderate all comments so nothing bad will ever be posted. Or you can also tell me not to post and we'll

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Much is now being said and asked bout Mike Huckabee's time as governor as it relates to pardons, paroles, and commutation of sentences. Before you jump to conclusions, please take time to understand as much as you can about the cases involved. The article that is linked above (click on this post's title) and a video that was posted yesterday are great places to start.These attacks (whether they

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-61562528449356460542007-12-11T09:02:00.001-06:002007-12-11T09:02:39.670-06:00

It's important that you understand the truth about the Wayne DuMond case, not just what the media wants you to believe. Listen to Governor Huckabee himself explain what happened.

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-48637289470840278082007-12-11T08:51:00.001-06:002007-12-11T08:51:28.913-06:00

OK, you know that it is very hard for a proud Seminole fan to actually wish a Florida Gator well. But this one deserves it! Tebow has his priorities in order and is truly living his faith for all to see. Let's remember to pray for him as he will have a very big target on his back- in more ways than one. What is it that Florida keeps getting all these tremendous Christian quarterbacks? :)

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-10830433941171278052007-12-07T11:16:00.001-06:002007-12-07T11:16:33.333-06:00

Great answer Mike!

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-83758479161495351642007-12-06T12:06:00.000-06:002007-12-07T09:33:08.633-06:00

Here's the Top 5 Prayer Requests we'd like you to add to your list: (in no particular order):For the twins- health, Godly wisdom, beauty, and well-mannered, but most importantly- to become Champions for God. Call us conceited, but these are the same things we prayed for with Chloe and we know that God answers prayers!For Melissa- health, strength, and an end to morning sickness. It has been no

Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15398530301254716265noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896721682150346078.post-17979858250506094292007-12-06T11:50:00.000-06:002007-12-06T12:01:21.258-06:00

Yes, Dicky my friend, we are! Most of you should have heard by now that Melissa is pregnant. What you might not have heard is that- she is pregnant with TWINS!!! Yes, you read that right. Now, please pick your jaw up off the floor. Take a deep breath, and pray along with us.And to answer your second question . . . to our knowledge there is nothing in the water at First Baptist Newton. However,

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