I’ve had several challenges come my way in the past few weeks. Spiritual, physical and mental all at the same time and each one seems to have come from a different source. Today’s challenge was to think in a different format. A friend of mine, Don Wheeler and I took a stroll to Porters Pond [...]

There are many, many wonderful things about being a new father… again for the fifth time. The cute little outfits, the giggles and cooing are wonderful side benefits to having a new born, but one thing I’m looking forward to is pictures. LOTS OF THEM. Usually the last kid to come along in a family [...]

Today we were filled with joy that Dawnette and Rebekah Grace were able to come home. It was wonderful. I was able to see overwhelming love pour from the other Thomas kids as they crowded around their new little sister. “Wash your hands first!” I’ve never seen them move so fast to properly wash their [...]

I couldn’t tell you the exact time, but this morning Rebekah Grace Thomas was born into this world. She’s 7lb. 15oz. and 19 inches long. Rebekah means Captivating, Beautiful. She is that. The surgery went well and Dawnette is getting the rest she deserves. I have such a wonderful and strong wife. We’ve been waiting [...]

Well the time has come… ready or not. Baby Thomas will be here tomorrow. Boy? Girl? We don’t know, but the Thomas kids are split down the middle. Hannah and Caleb want a boy and Miriam and Adam want a girl. Of course, Dawnette and I know we are blessed so abundantly boy or girl [...]

I’m not a big fan of decorating… I don’t want to be a Scrooge, but at CHRISTmas time, I have a hard time decorating. It just seems like extra work and with a little one expecting to arrive in just a few days, I’ve been less than thrilled for the extra task. However, my kids [...]

Today is World AIDS day. Many groups like, ONE, (RED), World Vision and others are bringing education to the globe about AIDS/HIV. Studies show that 30% of US citizens know little or nothing about AIDS/HIV. Even more feel detached since they don’t know anyone immediately who has AIDS, is dying from AIDS or has died [...]

Well, it’s been a hit and miss for the calendar this year. I’ve learned a lot and hope to get all 12 in for next year. For those of you who use it, I hope it’s been a blessing and useful tool. Click here to go to the to visit the gallery. Then right click [...]

I was rearranging the kids room this today… I didn’t realize how much time had passed until I noticed a very brilliant warm light outside. I peeked through the blinds and immediately went for my camera. The race was on and I was “chasing the light.” Chasing light is never a good thing to do, [...]

From my family to yours, Happy Thanksgiving. peace. johno~