This morning we cleaned our carpets! We needed it.

See a difference?


Ashley and Kathy went to a missions group at Smokerise Baptist Church. We saw one of the members later at Golden Corral.

Ashley and I spent most of the afternoon working on the Team Assignments page of our web site. We have to determine how many teams will be working in the area and where/when they’ll be working. It’s a big job when you factor in the transportation.

I got a dry erase board just for the job. Lots of changes!

Then over to Azalea to help the kids with their homework.

We still have over 20 kids that come in every day. And only 12 days left of school!

Stopped back to my office at FBC Doraville to pick up more supplies for the two block parties this coming Saturday!

I actually have my first Summer Team coming in on Monday! Group from Virginia Tech.

Looking forward to a restful evening after I finish my admin duties.

Really looking forward to seeing my friend Todd Harrison tomorrow. One of my favorite people!

This put a smile on my face! Yeah, baby!

This morning I had fun! I recorded a podcast.

That’s always groovy! Take “Let GO!” for a test ride! Just don’t use heavy machinery while you do it!

Went to Azalea to help the kids with their homework. Not too much since it’s nearly the end of school!

My brother in law, Paul, dropped off some material to be scanned from the Baptist Tabernacle. Bill Doverspike, Paul and Kathy’s Dad, pastored there!

Enjoyed watching episodes of Castle with Kathy tonight. Love that show!

Kathy rode her bike from our house to Clarkston today! She’s an Iron Woman! I’m just her support crew.

We enjoyed Pastor Phil at Clarkston International Bible Church.



On the way into church, I saw this.

Looks like the rapture had happened. Out of gold shoes no less!

He spoke on pain and suffering. Not the easiest topic! Bottom line? We have pain, but God stands there with us through it. Tru dat!

Enjoyed perhaps the best meal I’ve had in the last six months! Simple, home cooked vegetables at Always Fresh in Mountain Park was absolutely amazing!

The broccoli casserole, white corn and bbq were delicious!

Came home and rested. I’ve been trying to do a lot more of that! I do feel like I’m making progress. My ears feel better.

Sore from the mowing workout yesterday. Truly the hardest thing I have to do physically. We live on a hill. Need I say more? Whole lotta yard.

Front yard.

Looks like all that’s left is dirt. But the monkey grass keeps on spreading. Go, monkey GO! I figure in another ten years it’ll look like a lawn.

Had a little rain Thursday night.

A proud Friday for us as we see our sweet Ashley graduate from Georgia Perimeter College with her Journalism degree!

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It was fun hanging out with Miles and Kathy!

Came home after the event to rest, then on to see the Avengers! In 3D!!

If you have enjoyed any of the Iron Man, Thor or Captain America movies, then you will LOVE Avengers. Amazing 3D.

Beautiful full moon last night. The frogs were really croaking.

Saturday morning I fixed Kathy’s bike, repaired some upholstery in the van, fixed the lawnmower wheel and mowed the yard! YOW!

I live on a half acre of land. It’s a lot to mow.

Worked on Team Logistics this morning. I capitalize it because that’s the importance I give it. When you have 100s of people in town, you have to think through all the tiny details that make their trip successful.

So I email people to verify how many people are coming and what kind of transportation they’re using, for instance.

Also repaired my camera case, my iPhone holster and the front floor cover of my car. Electrical tape and hot glue. It’s a way of life, baby!

We’re still celebrating Kathy’s birthday. I took her to Red Lobster. She especially liked the lava chocolate chip cookie.

Went to the mission this afternoon to help the kids.

We’re working on State facts. And math.

I liked Nishi’s fingernails.

Then went to Walmart. I got some new fans for my kid’s house.

Birdseed and people food too.

Admin duties at home.

Had a great time with my partners at FBC Mountain Park Wednesday evening!

My friend Bayo Otiti and I spoke about Islam.

I look forward to taking them on a tour of Clarkston on May 19th.

Enjoyed watching Big Bang Theory with Kathy in the evening.

Went to sleep early. Still trying to get completely recovered from the head cold I’ve had. My ears are still pretty stopped up and I feel tired a lot.

Interesting clouds today!

I’m still trying to get over the congestion I have. I decided to lay in the sun for awhile this morning. Seemed to make me feel better.

Kathy joined me for lunch then helped me at the mission.

Got to see Tabias today! He is one of the original kids from the mission. All grown up and working at Maggianos! GREAT to see him.

Afterwards, we went to the ATT store to get her a new iPhone! Her old phone finally bit the dust. I’m glad she’s got a Big Girl phone now!

After we got that squared away we went over to the mall. I got her a new dress and some cologne. So we finally got to have a little birthday celebration! That made me feel good.

Came home to set up the phone and watch Big Bang theory. Always good!

I’m tired. Crashing early. I really want to get well, although I’ve never felt all that bad. My ears are still congested. Pray for me!

Beautiful clouds!

Had a GREAT day!

Recorded a podcast! Always super groovy.

The most delicious recording ever!“Layer Cake!”

Enjoyed El Torerro with two of my favorite people: Ian and Ruthie North!

They’re looking GREAT! It’s a three point plan of attack. Mexican food, Yophoria yogurt then topped off with Barnes and Noble. Don’t get no better.

Dropped them off at their house then went to Azalea to help the kids with their homework.

Most of the kids didn’t have homework because they’re taking the CRCT test. It was fun to see them again after my trip!

Came home to spend time with Kathy. Her phone went dead while we were in Europe. We worked on trying to get a new one for her. We’ll finish the job on Tuesday.

I thought this cactus flower was awesome!

This reminded me of London!

I believe in this!

For some reason this reminds me of traveling.

Getting home is great!

Had a great time in Europe with Jesse and my English friends! I’ll upload all the pictures and give a more detailed rundown soon!

Got home last night about midnight from London. Sure was great to see Kathy!

Early morning wake up to get ready for the Local Missions fair at First Baptist Atlanta. We went to Clarkston to pick up Ashley and Miles. My car wouldn’t start and Kathy’s van had a check engine light on so we drove over in Ashley’s car.

Always great to see friends there!

Bennett’s boys are getting big!

Dr. Stanley preached on praying for healing.

Ate lunch with Ian North and his friend Jeremy. Always great to spend time with friends and family!

Came home to rest. Jesse tells me that we shouldn’t have jet lag when we’re flying from East to West. I still feel like I’m on London time. I’m going to sleep soon.

Fortunately, I was able to keep up with my email while I was in Europe. Went through all my phone calls last night. Wrote checks for the bills this afternoon, so I’m pretty much caught up with my admin duties.

Been getting all my stuff together for Jesse and my trip to Holland and England! REALLY looking forward to hanging out with him!

This morning I met with Paul Ballard our pastor at FBC Mountain Park.

What a great guy!

Enjoyed showing him around Clarkston including eating at Madina, and hanging out at Halal Pizza with plenty of Somalians and Sudanese. Fun!

We also went to a local grocery store. I wanted to show him what an African store looked like. He also picked up a Koran to look at.

Dropped him back at the church and rested for a while. Terrible night’s sleep last two nights. Maybe I’m just excited about the trip.

Then over to Azalea to work with the kids at the mission and Ashley.

Home to spend time with Kathy and rest.

We’ll leave the house around 8:30am tomorrow. Not too early.

I won’t have access to this blog while I’m gone. Should be back on line on the 29th. We’ll be at the local missions fair at First Baptist Atlanta.

Beautiful roses today!

I’m still feeling a bit congested. Pray for our health and safety as we travel!

And just in case you’ve forgotten . . . .