2-16-22 Wednesday 6:09 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - "Air Mobile Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe
BLOG COMING.....
2-15-22 Tuesday 6:44 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - "Air Mobile Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe
DE-ESCALATE??
Maybe, and we certainly PRAY, the situation in Ukraine / Russia opens up to dialog and....sanity.
Here's more - RUSSIA PULLS TROOPS....
Meanwhile, here at the "Retreat Cabin", we're staying warm (19 degrees) and doing chores and just enjoying life here in the Mountains of East Tn.
I want you to know just how much we appreciate your faithful prayer, love and support!!
Air Mobile Joe
2-14-22 Monday 6:47 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - "Air Mobile Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe
VALENTINE'S DAY ON THE BRINK OF WAR....
Around the world, the exchange of loving cards, flowers & chocolate takes place on Valentines Day, while WAR appears to be all but inevitable for the people of Ukraine.
Vladamir Putin, leading the Russian Army, seems all but determined to INVADE Ukriane.
If this does happen, and it may within the next 48 hours, thousands (including many civilians) will die!
It's like watching a sad movie with a bad ending. Sitting here in the "Retreat Cabin", we PRAY for peace and sanity to prevail.
Here's more.... FRANTIC 48 HOURS TO STOP EUROPE FROM WAR!!
BTW, as I read this story, my heart broke for the Russian people under the Soviet Union and Joseph Stalin.
PLEASE join together with us in PRAYER for this critical situation.
And....THANK YOU for your faithful prayer, love and support!!
Air Mobile Joe
2-13-22 Sunday 6:59 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - "Air Mobile Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe
WARS & RUMORS OF WARS....& THE SUPER BOWL
Russia is on the brink of the INVASION of UKRAINE. CHINA is threatening Taiwan. What shall we do? PRAY!!!
OK, in between all of this tension and the threat of war drums....there is the Super Bowl. This could be the calm before the storm.
Of course, I'm pulling for the Bengals and Joe Burrow.
This morning, we're getting ready for Church and will simply enjoy this day.
Remembering the Words of our Lord Jesus, we PRAY for God's Will to be done on Earth as it is in Heaven.
And, as I say every single day and mean with all of my heart, THANK YOU for your precious prayer, love and support!!!
Air Mobile Joe
2-12-22 Saturday 7:11 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - "Air Mobile Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe
A SUSPICIOUS SPOT....IDENTIFIED
Yesterday, I was brought to the Research Hospital at UT (University of Tennessee) for a scan / test / possible biopsy of a "suspicious area".
The procedure required Anesthesia. I didn't remember a thing.
The results: NO CANCER IN THAT AREA! PRAISE GOD!!
Again, I want you to know how much I appreciate your prayer, love and support!!
We do have more tests scheduled for later in the month.
I'm so THANKFUL for the excellent medical team and facilities / equipment for identifying and treating cancer.
And, as always, we are standing and believing for COMPLETE HEALING!!!
Air Mobile Joe
2-11-22 Friday 6:38 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - "Air Mobile Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe
HOUSE HUNT....
Cindy and Barbara headed out with 3 prospective houses.
Now, for those who know Barbara, they know that Barb loves the color blue.
She and Cindy will be making an offer today. We'll see what happens.
It will be wonderful having Barb and her family close by.
In the meantime, I'm heading back to Knoxville today for more tests.
Again, I'm THANKFUL for an excellent medical team and medical facilities.
Above all, I'm in the Hands of Jesus.
As always, THANK YOU for your precious prayer, love and support!!
Air Mobile Joe
2-10-22 Thursday 6:07 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - "Air Mobile Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe
A COFFEE STORY.....
Was up early yesterday for our ride to Knoxville for some medical tests.
Made that first cup of coffee and was enjoying it immensely when Cindy suddenly said...."put the coffee cup down NOW"!
She had just read the "fasting" requirements for the kind of test I would be getting. Coffee was NOT allowed.
Well, a half a cup is better than no cup. Longing for more coffee we made the hour and a half drive to Knoxville.
Soon, we were in the exam room and the Doctor came and said...."well, first things first...how about a good cup of fresh ground coffee!"
Now, this was my first time meeting this doctor and he had no idea my deep love for coffee.
How did he know...that was exactly what I needed? While sipping that delicious cup, he explained that the actual tests would be performed on Friday.
God is good....all the time and He knows what we need.
On the ride back to the "Retreat Cabin", we got a call from our dear Sister in Christ, Barbara (AKA: "Rambo in the blue dress"). She would be landing at 7:20pm. She'll be spending a few days with us...."house hunting".
Barb and family are ready to leave New York (the land of EXTREME regulations) and move to Tennessee (the Land of the FREE!!). It'll be great having Barb with us. Cindy is already lining up houses to see.
Well, time to go search for a good home for Barb & family.
As always, THANK YOU for your precious prayer, love and support!!
Air Mobile Joe
2-9-22 Wednesday 5:48 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - "Air Mobile Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe
THANKFUL....
More tests today and above all...PRAYER for GUIDANCE & HEALING!
This is a short blog today and I want you to know how much I appreciate your prayer, love and support!!
Air Mobile Joe
2-8-22 Tuesday 6:21 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - "Air Mobile Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe
GOOD TO BE HOME.....
After the recent "Haiti Mission", I must admit....it's good to be home.
It's a good time to take care of medical issues. Tomorrow, will be back to Knoxville getting more tests.
Had been set up for some "Research Tests", but those have been postponed.
The most important thing is....I'm in the Hands of Jesus!!
So, as I say every single day and truly mean with all of my heart, THANK YOU for your precious prayer, love and support!!
Air Mobile Joe
2-7-22 Monday 6:14 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - "Air Mobile Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe
TEETERING.....
WE PRAY for sanity to prevail.
Here's more - RUSSIA INVASION WOULD COST 50,000 UKRANIAN CASUALTIES WITHIN DAYS
Folks, these are PRECARIOUS TIMES!!
Meanwhile, haven't turned on a single minute of the "Olympics". Somehow, they've lost their excitement and wonder.
This morning, Cindy and I are driving to Knoxville for a routine doctors appointment.
We're still working on, and praying about the best strategy of dealing with cancer.
JESUS IS LORD.... OF CANCER!
Well, it's time to head to knoxville. As always, and I truly mean this with all of my heart....THANK YOU for your precious prayer, love and support!!!
Air Mobile Joe
2-6-22 Sunday 6:03 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - "Air Mobile Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe
UN-STUCK TRUCK & TOASTY WARM
After sunrise, we could see clearly how to un-stick the delivery truck.
We called Doug Hill, a local tow truck operator. Doug knows his stuff!
We hooked up a cable and pulled the truck away from the precarious drop off.
The little red tow truck pulled the stuck truck FREE!
So glad we didn't lose that truck to the big ravine. Thankful for a skilled tow truck driver. Thank you Doug Hill!
Up early this morning and enjoying a toasty, warm fire taking the chill off the 22 degrees.
Well, it's time to get ready for church. So glad to be home!!
As always, THANK YOU for your precious prayer, love and support!!!
Air Mobile Joe
2-5-22 Saturday 7:04 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - "Air Mobile Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe
A STUCK TRUCK....
Received a call late last night that a delivery truck was stuck in our long driveway while attempting to make a delivery here to the "Retreat Cabin".
I'll be working on getting a large tow-truck this morning to help us. Will follow this blog up with some photos a bit later today.
Please PRAY that we get this done in a safe and timely fashion. God bless and as always, THANK YOU for your invaluable prayer, love and support!!
Air Mobile Joe
2-4-22 Friday 7:56 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - "Air Mobile Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe
After dropping Rolf Engelhard & Barbara Walker with our good friends, Joe & Lydia Prussel (who are Great Water Mules), I aimed my red Ford Escape to Tennessee.
I knew that Winter Storm Landon would just be 'grazing' my route home.
The rain was falling and the temperature was rapidly dropping. The visibility was deteriorating and I just kept pushing toward home.
It was a great relief to pull up to our "Retreat Cabin" in the rain and fog.
So good to be home. I've sure missed my Cindy and Ari!!!
PRAISE GOD for a safe end to this latest "Mission to Haiti"!!!
As always, THANK YOU for your precious prayer, love and support!!
Air Mobile Joe
2-3-22 Thursday 4:43 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - "Air Mobile on the move" - Kingsland, GA - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe
SLIPPING OUT OF HAITI....ONTO "SLIPPERY ROADS" HOME
Yesterday morning, I met with the Director General (DG), Joseph Laurent Dumas, of OFNAC (the FAA of Haiti).
We discussed upcoming improvements to the Air Traffic Control system to Haiti.
I was very encouraged when DG Dumas requested PRAYER for WISDOM in his new assignment. We PRAYED together.
From that meeting, it was straight to the General Aviation facility to prepare the Little Donkey for the flight back to the U.S.
In addition to Rolf Engelhard, we were joined on the flight by the famous (in my humble opinion), Barbara Walker (AKA: Rambo in the Blue Dress).
We topped off all the tanks, cleared Customs and Immigration and headed home.
We climbed to 10,500' and our Lord made the most beautiful path between the storms, back to the U.S.
We were happy to be leaving Haiti and heading to the U.S.
PRAISE GOD for PROTECITON on this "Mission" to Haiti.
BTW, Ti Burik performed perfectly. The fuel system functioned exactly as designed. PRAISE GOD!!!
Now, back in the U.S., I'm driving back to Tennessee and.....will be dodging a major Winter Storm and icy roads.
Here's more on what I'll be facing....WINTER STORM LANDON BRINGING SNOW & ICE
OH Folks, I just can't THANK YOU enough for your precious prayer, love and support!!!
GOD IS GOOD....ALL THE TIME.
Air Mobile Joe
2-2-22 Wednesday 6:53 AM (Haiti Time) - "Air Mobile in Haiti - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe
A DAY TO PRAY.....& LAYING LOW
Thanks to cell service (though quite spotty) here in Haiti, I've been able to conduct meetings without leaving our secure location.
This also afforded the opprtunity to rest and even nap a bit between meetings.
So, today, we're awaiting word as to whether or not we will have any face to face meetings.
Fortunately, we're in a safe location where the food is good and the rooms are quite comfortable.
So, I want you to know just how much I appreciate your invaluable prayer, love and support!!!
Air Mobile Joe
2-1-22 Tuesday 6:13 AM (Haiti Time) - "Air Mobile in Haiti - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe
TI BURIK....READY
With the help of an excellent mechanic and a good diagnosis, we solved the problem of the fuel flow. PRAISE GOD!!
The Little Donkey is ready to gallop home whenever we're ready.
While in Haiti, met with the new Director General of OFNAC (the FAA of Haiti).
It just so happens, I've known Colonel Dumas for over 40 years. He's also a pilot and has many hours in the Cessna 0-2 (the military version of the Cessna Skymaster).
He's a good man for this important job of controlling the airspace between the U.S. and South America. Today, we'll be in follow up meetings with OFNAC.
We have to exercise caution when traveling about in Haiti due to the ongoing threat of kidnapping. We PRAY for wisdom each step of the way.
We'll also be in meetings today with other Missionaries, but do not want to give any details for Security Reasons. Haiti is extremely dangerous at this time and again, we must exercise caution.
So....as I say every single day and truly mean with all of my heart, THANK YOU for your invaluable prayer, love and support!!!
Air Mobile Joe
1-31-22 Monday 5:29 AM (Haiti Time) - "Air Mobile in Haiti- Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe
A FROSTY DEPARTURE FOR.....HAITI
With temps below freezing, Rolf and I headed to the Titusville Airport to....launch "the next mission". Our destination: Haiti.
After a top off of fuel, we climbed aboard the Little Donkey, fired up the engines and headed to Haiti.
We climbed to 17,000' and settled into a nice tailwind.
At one point, we were doing 194 knots. LOVE THOSE TAILWINDS!!
That's pretty good speed for the Little Donkey.
Oh, when we were about 2 hours out, the front engine suddenly quit. We managed to get the engine going again and kept it at a flight idle.
It appears as if the fuel line to the front engine was blocked. We had to carefully manage our fuel and we made it to Port-au-Prince safely.
PRAISE GOD FOR GRACE & WISDOM!
Oh, BTW, we were right in the middle of the....BERMUDA TRIANGLE when the engine quit. Go figure....
We landed right on time and quickly cleared Customs & Immigration.
We were met by my dear friends on the ramp, some of whom I've known for 40 years.
We unloaded the Little Donkey and secured that sweet little bird that brought us to Haiti safely!
We then headed to a safe location and met our dear Sister in Christ, the famous, BARBARA WALKER (AKA: RAMBO IN THE BLUE DRESS).
We were safely on the ground in Haiti and even found a TV that broadcast the Cincinatti Bengals / Kansas City Chiefs playoff game.
Joe Burrow did it again. What a game!!!
So, today, we'll be tapping into our dear friends at MAF (Mission Aviation Fellowship) and working to solve the mystery of the blocked fuel line.
As always, THANK YOU for your precious prayer, love and support!!!
Air Mobile Joe
1-30-22 Sunday 5:56 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - "Air Mobile FL Base - Titusville, FL - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe
THE FLYING LITTLE DONKEY....
Well, it's been a while since "Ti Burik" (The Little Donkey) took to the air.
Rolf and I arrived at the Titusville airport and the winds were howling and the temperature was quite cold (for Florida) in the 40's.
First, we made a low pass down the Shuttle Landing Facility (SLF) at 300'.
We couldn't resist that. Being so close and flying down the 15,000' runway that brought so many astronauts home.
Then, we climbed to 7500' and all systems checked out. Came in and landed in very blustery cross wind. Love those kind of landings.
After landing, we did a close inspection and found no leaks or other anomolies. This sweet bird is "READY FOR ACTION"!
So, the question is....where will we go next? Only our Lord knows.
In the meantime, just having a blast with Rolf and discussing fascinating subjects like "Quantum Physics" as applied to our Faith.
Rolf is an absolute kick and a gift from God. I'm eternally grateful to Rolf for sharing his God-Given Genius to bring CLEAN WATER TO A THIRSTY WORLD.
So, as I say every single day and mean with all of my heart, THANK YOU for your precious prayer, love and support!!
Air Mobile Joe
1-29-22 Saturday 7:41 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - "Air Mobile FL Base - Titusville, FL - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe
IN FLORIDA ON SCHEDULE &....TIME TO FLY THE LITTLE DONKEY
Rolf landed in Florida right on schedule and I picked him up to have a lovely dinner with Fred Maxik and his wife, Chelsea.
Fred is a billiant Physcist and it was delightful hearing him and Rolf discuss various ways to clean up dirty water.
We discussed the means to get clean water into critical areas in Peru & the Congo. Rolf will be designing a larger capacity machine to meet the need.
Here is a shot of the Peru Villagers that need CLEAN WATER!
Today, Rolf and I will be test flying the "Little Donkey", getting that sweet bird ready for "The Next Mission".
Rolf is a great pilot and & it will be a joy to fly with him.
Well, it's time to head to the airport to fly "Ti Burik". As always, THANK YOU for your invaluable prayer, love and support!!
Air Mobile Joe
1-28-22 Friday 8:12 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - "Air Mobile - On the Move " - Columbia, SC - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe
HALF WAY....
Didn't depart TN until late afternoon and drove about half way to FL.
Pulled into a nice, clean hotel and slept.
Upon arrival in FL, later today, I'll be picking up Rolf Engelhard who is flying into Orlando.
Rolf is the INVENTOR of the main module on the Air Mobile Rescuer.
We'll be in meetings to help get CLEAN WATER into some critical areas.
Rolf is a brillant and gifted inventor and first introduced me to bringing CLEAN WATER 25 years ago. THANK YOU ROLF!!
Well, it's time for me to hit the road and go pick up my good and Brother in Christ, Rolf.
As always, THANK YOU for your invaluable prayer, love and support!!
Air Mobile Joe
1-27-22 Thursday 7:38 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - "Air Mobile Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN. Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe
BACK TO FLORIDA.....
Will be on the road later today heading to FL as a major snowstorm moves into TN.
Have several critical meetings in FL with folks who want to put CLEAN WATER in parts of Peru and beyond. We can do that!!
We're putting some water purifiers together for future deployments there.
PLEASE PRAY for a safe journey to Florida.
Time to pack the bags and hit the road.
THANK YOU, as always, for your faithful prayer, love and support!!
Air Mobile Joe
1-26-22 Wednesday 6:29 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - "Air Mobile Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN. Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe
A COUPLE OF OLD VETERANS....
Yesterday, I had the privilege to bring Ron, Cindy's Dad , who is also a Korean War Veteran to sign into his new American Legion Post, #183.
It was fun hearing these two old (and still very much alive) Veterans swap war stories.
We're THANKFUL to these heroes for their service to our country.
Cindy and I are glad to have her Dad living with us. He's quite a "Character" and....he introduced me to his daughter many years ago.
So, on this chilly Wednesday, I'm getting things lined up for our "Next Mission".....that will be launching sooner than later.
I know that I say this every single day, and I do mean it with all of my heart....THANK YOU for your faithful prayer, love and support!!!
Air Mobile Joe
1-25-22 Tuesday 6:19 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - "Air Mobile Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN. Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe
DO YOU MISS FLORIDA??
Each has it's beauty and wonder. But....sure do love these mountains of East TN.
A nice fire in the wood stove takes the "chill" out of the air.
BTW, we'll be getting snow again this weekend. Yes, this Southern Boy loves the snow.
Oh, we do have a LOT of friends & family in Florida and yes, we do miss seeing them. But, from time to time, we do head south to Florida and visit.
So, on this chilly morning, here at the "Retreat Cabin", Cindy and I are just enjoying life and appreciating our health after our run-in with COVID.
And, I just want you to know how much we appreciate your precious prayer, love and support!!!
Air Mobile Joe
1-24-22 Monday 6:29 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - "Air Mobile Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN. Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe
A TIME TO PRAY...
Reading the "headlines" brings us closer to "war" in the Ukraine. We PRAY that PEACE PREVAILS.
Certainly, WAR DRUMS are beating and the time for us to PRAY IS NOW!
Jesus tells us in Matthew 24, that there will be WARS & RUMORS OF WARS.
We PRAY that GODLY WISDOM PREVAILS!!
Meanwhile, we at Air Mobile are preparing for our "next mission".
We're THANKFUL for health & strength.
As always, THANK YOU for your faithful prayer, love and support!!!
Air Mobile Joe
1-23-22 Sunday 7:38 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - "Air Mobile Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN. Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe
TIME TO WORSHIP.....
On this chilly morning, 17 degrees brrrr, we're getting ready for church.
It's been a while since we've attended our TN Church, Little Mulberry Baptist, due to COVID. We're eager to get back to church. We've missed our friends.
BTW, both Cindy and I are feeling so much better. Having gone through, what may have been the DELTA variant, and receiving the monoclonal anti-bodies, our bodies are actually strengthened. PRAISE GOD!!
I'm also pleased to say that....FINALLY, those 2 spider bites (from 7 months ago) are healing. THANK YOU for your PRAYERS!!
Well, it's time get ready and bundle up and head to church. As always, THANK YOU for your faithful prayer, love and support!!!
Air Mobile Joe
1-22-22 Saturday 7:16 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - "Air Mobile Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN. Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe
STAYING WARM.....
When a good friend, Mark Scarbrough, told me about a huge maple tree that died and he offered to give us the firewood....I rejoiced!!
Our firewood had been getting low when this offer was made.
Wow, that was a win-win deal. Mark took down that huge maple tree and totally replenished our firewood supply.
Now, here we are in a COLD WINTER and have plenty of firewood to keep us warm.
So, today I'm in a cozy cabin doing ministry paper work and filing and receipting and thankful for the warmth on this chilly morning.
GOD IS GOOD....ALL THE TIME!!
And, THANK YOU for your faithful prayer, love and support!!
Air Mobile Joe
1-21-22 Friday 7:29 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - "Air Mobile Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN. Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe
BRRRR......
Well, most of the U.S. is under a freeze warning thanks to Winter Storm Jasper.
We'll be in the teens and low 20's here at the "Retreat Cabin" for the day.
Again, it's a perfect time to do paper work and organizing in the Air Mobile Office.
I'm so THANKFUL to have a good internet connection here at the "Cabin".
Received a call yesterday from Haiti. One of our Rescuer water purifier needed some attention. We're able to get a replacement into place and get that clean water flowing again.
PRAISE GOD FOR GOOD CONNECTIONS!
Stay warm today and as always, THANK YOU for your precious prayer, love and support!!!
Air Mobile Joe
1-20-22 Thursday 8:09 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - "Air Mobile Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN. Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe
SLIPPERY.....
Well, with the rain and freezing temps, comes ice. We'll be staying close to home for the next few days.
So glad that we loaded up on firewood during the spring and fall. The "Retreat Cabin" is warm and toasty.
So, have plenty of paperwork to do and will enjoy the warmth and comfort.
GOD IS GOOD....ALL THE TIME!!!!
As always, THANK YOU for your faithful prayer, love and support!!
Air Mobile Joe
1-19-22 Wednesday 8:14 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - "Air Mobile Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN. Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe
A PERFECT TIME FOR....OFFICE/ PAPER WORK
Been taking advantage of the the snow and ice and just plain old cold weather to catch up on Air Mobile paperwork.
We've got some more cold weather ahead along with more snow. OK, I really do enjoy the snow and the old wood stove.
So, if you've made a donation to Air Mobile in the last few months, you'll be getting a tax deductible receipt in the mail in the next few days.
And....as I say every single day, THANK YOU for your faithful prayer, love and support!!!
Air Mobile Joe
1-18-22 Tuesday 7:59 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - "Air Mobile Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN. Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe
READY....
After our difficult bout with COVID, Cindy and I are finally regaining our strength and getting READY for our "Next Mission"....wherever or whenever that might be.
PRAISE GOD for HIS HEALING!!
Here at the Retreat Cabin, we're getting ready for some more COLD WEATHER!
Forecasters are saying that for the next week, temps will be very low. Time for more firewood.
Here's more - ANOTHER WINTER STORM POSSIBLE THIS WEEK
Meanwhile, we'll enjoy the beauty that surrounds us and we'll keep the old wood stove stoked.
As always, THANK YOU for your faithful prayer, love and support!!
Air Mobile Joe
1-17-22 Monday 7:17 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - "Air Mobile Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN. Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe
WINTER WONDERLAND.....
Oh my, such beauty and peace. Just love it.
Now, I'm from Louisiana where it rarely ever snows. Spent most of my life in the deep south or Haiti. So....snow is a wonder to me.
Now, my Cindy is from Massachussets and knows snow. She just smiles at me.
We have the old wood stove bringing us glorious heat and can even cook a big pot of beans or soup if we want.
Now, our Tennessee neigbors and friends just look at me and shake their heads. But that's alright.
So, we'll just enjoy the warmth in our snug Retreat Cabin and THANK GOD for His goodness!!
Air Mobile Joe
1-16-22 Sunday 7:43 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - "Air Mobile Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN. Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe
SNOW & ICE & AN OIL / DE-ICE DELIVERY & A WARM CABIN....
A powerful Winter Storm is upon us and Dave Walen, "slipped" into our hangar for the delivery of a great gift.
Barbara Walker arranged for Air Mobile to receive a wonderful donation of Aviation Engine Oil and 100 gallons of De-Icing fluid.
Yahn Gray (our Chief Water Mule) met us at our Tennessee/Virginia Hangar to unload this wonderful donation.
Well, today, we're staying home, as the roads are becoming icy & slippery as I type.
Perfect day of rest and simply enjoying our wood stove in this warm, snug "Retreat Cabin".
PRAISE GOD for HIS GOODNESS & REST!!
As always, THANK YOU your precious prayer, love and support!!
Air Mobile Joe
1-15-22 Saturday 6:26 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - "Air Mobile Retreat Cabin - In the Mountains of East TN. Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe
LATE BLOG.....
Cindy and I got up early this morning. Had a cup of coffee and lit a fire. There's some wicked cold weather coming with a lot snow.
After that cup of "Joe", went upstairs to just lay down for a few minutes and...slept hard for 3 hours. Must have really been tired.
Cindy and I both went through COVID and our bodies are fighting hard to regain our strength.
Meanwhile, Barbara Walker (Rambo in the Blue Dress) and Dave Walen met at Barb's home near Albany NY.
Barb arranged for wonderful donation of aircraft oil and other lubricants as well as nearly 100 gallons of De-Icer for aircraft.
Dave will be driving that load of lubricants right here to our Hangar in Tennessee this afternoon.
Yahn Gray and I will meet Dave to unload this wonderful donation.
PRAISE GOD for this gift. May very well get us out of an icy & slippery situation.
We hope to get Dave unloaded and heading south (where it's warmer) ASAP!
Glad I was able to sneak in those 3 extra hours of sleep this morning.
As always, THANK YOU for your faithful prayer, love and support!!
Air Mobile Joe
1-14-22 Friday 6:47 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - "Air Mobile Retreat Cabin - In the Mountains of East TN. Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe
REST.....& SOME VERY SAD NEWS
Finally, back at the "Retreat Cabin" and looking forward to a day of "Rest".
Will also be laying up a good supply of firewood. We're expecting a very, very cold weekend. Our old wood stove will keep the "Retreat Cabin" toasty warm.
Not sure when the "Next Mission" will launch, but....we have the pieces in place when it does.
For today....will simply rest and recoup from a busy week.
Oh, we had some VERY SAD news yesterday. Our Primary Care Physician, Dr. John Short, passed away yesterday.
Dr. Short was a GREAT DOCTOR and precious Brother in Christ. He will be sorely missed!!
Please PRAY for his family, as they deal with this terrible loss, along with our little town of Sneedville, where Dr. Short was the classic and wonderful "Country Doctor.
OBITUARY, DR. JOHN SHORT -
https://www.mcneilfuneralhome.com/obituary/DrJohn-Short
So, on this sad day, I rest and pray.
THANK YOU, as always, for your precious prayer, love and support!
Air Mobile Joe
1-13-22 Thursday 8:29 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - "Air Mobile On the Move"- Bristol, TN. Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe
71 YEARS AGO TODAY....
A little Cajun Momma named Evelyn gave birth to a baby boy in Baton Rouge, LA. His name was Joe. He's the one typing this "Rambling Blog".
Well, I hit the road in South Carolina yesterday morning. My destination: Bristol TN where Cindy, Ari, Peter & Ron were waiting for me.
Today, we'll be heading to the "Retreat Cabin" where we'll be settling Cindy's Dad, Ron, into his new home here in the Mountains of East TN. So glad that Ron is with us.
So, it's time to bundle up on this chilly morning and head home.
As always, THANK YOU for your invaluable prayer, love and support!!
Air Mobile Joe
1-12-22 Wednesday 4:34 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - "Air Mobile On the Move"- Orangeburg, SC. Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe
A "REST STOP" ALONG THE WAY & A COMPUTER GLITCH....SOLVED
After picking up used tennis balls from Tommy and Mason / Ball Jars from Joyce, I passed by the airport one more time to check on the "Little Donkey".
All is well and the sweet bird is "Ready to Go".....when the call comes.
I hit the road and after about 7 hours of driving... ran out of energy in Orangburg, SC. That episode with Covid and that wicked spider bite have drained me. Found a comfortable hotel and settled in for the evening.
When I pulled out my laptop out and set it up, to my great dismay....the keyboard died. I couldn't write the blog.
Now folks, I've written a Blog every single day for over 11 years....and not missed a day!
I sat in this room determined to not let this day be the first day I've missed writing the Blog in all these years.
Got on the phone with my son, Christian and Yahn. After diagnosing as far as we could, the final verdict was....go find a Walmart and buy a stand-alone keyboard.
I rushed to the closest Walmart, which was about to close and bought a wireless keyboard for $19.00.
Came back to the room, plugged it in and....
IT WORKED!!
I'm typing on that $19 keyboard right now. PRAISE GOD!!
Another day & another Blog.
You know, never cease to marvel at our Lord's grace and wisdom to keep this "Old Rambling Blog" going after all these years. THANK YOU JESUS!!
Well, it's time to wrap it up and hit road for the final 5 hour drive home. So looking forward to seeing my Cindy and Ari.
And...as I say every single day, and truly mean with all of my heart, THANK YOU for your faithful prayer, love and support!!!
Air Mobile Joe
1-11-22 Tuesday 6:54 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - "Air Mobile On the Move"- Satellite Beach, FL. Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe
ANOTHER RESCUER DEPLOYED....
It was a pleasure meeing with RP Higgins who will be directing that unit to a surgical hospital in Haiti!
After that meeting with RP, I headed to Dr. Lance Maki's Medical Office for my Flight Physical.
I am very pleased to say that I PASSED! My Medical license is now current through 1-31-2024!
THANK YOU Dr. Maki for an excellent physical examination!
Well, it's time to pack up and hit the road.
I'll be stopping by Tommy Blair's home to pick up a bunch of used Tennis Balls. The kids in Haiti love these used balls!
Then, I'll stop by Sister Joyce's to pick up a buch of Mason / Ball Jars for Cindy's canning.
Then...on the road for the 11-12 hour drive to Tennessee. Have sure missed my Cindy and Ari.
Please PRAY I have a safe journey home. Will likely be leaving the sunshine in Florida for some Tennessee Snow.
And....as I say every single day, THANK YOU for your invaluable prayer, love and support!!!
Air Mobile Joe
PS - Early yesterday day, Dr. Steve Badolato took a biopsy of my arm where the poisonous spider bit me twice nearly 7 months ago.
We're determined to get to the bottom of this and biopsy will give us more information. THANK YOU for your PRAYER for COMPLETE HEALING!!
Joe
1-10-22 Monday 5:55 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - "Air Mobile On the Move"- Satellite Beach, FL. Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe
SEEING AN OLD FRIEND.....
Peter, our son and Ron, Cindy's Dad, are on the road to Tennessee.
After loading up our little red trailer, I headed to the Titusville Airport to check on an old friend...."Ti Burik", The Little Donkey.
Sure have misssed that sweet little bird. Paul,our mechanic has it in great shape and "ready to go"....on the Next Mission.
This morning, I'll be in several Doctor's appointments. Dr. Steve will be taking a biopsy of that "wicked" spider bite from 6 months ago.
It just won't heal up. We're believing God for great WISDOM and HEALING!!
THANK GOD for great friends & doctors!!
And THANK YOU for your faithful prayer, love and support!!!
Air Mobile Joe
1-9-22 Sunday 6:34 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - "Air Mobile On the Move"- Satellite Beach, FL. Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe
BREAKFAST WITH ROCKLEDGE PRESBYTERIAN....
Thoroughly enjoyed my time with the Rockledge Presbyterian Men's Breakfast yesterday.
We have collaborated with this group to keep CLEAN WATER flowing in an orphanage in Honduras for over 10 years.
So good meeting with my dear friends. When I opened up for questions, was amazed at the depth and understanding in this group.
We're looking forward to placing more Air Mobile Rescuers where desperately needed. It was a wonderful time together.
After speaking to the Rockledge Men's Breakfast I headed to see Dr. Steve Badolato.
After he examined my arm, where I was bitten by the poisonous spided 6 months ago, he determined to take a biopsy and see why it is not healing up after all this time.
I'm so THANKFUL to have such a great Doctor. THANKS AGAIN, DR. STEVE!!
Today, Peter and I will be meeting to help pack up Ron, Cindy's Dad and move him up to Tennessee. We love Ron and are excited to have him with us.
And...as I say every single day and mean with all of my heart, THANK YOU for your precious prayer, love and support!!!
Air Mobile Joe
1-8-22 Saturday 6:04 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - "Air Mobile On the Move"- Satellite Beach, FL. Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe
CALLING "WATER MULES"
Yesterday evening, I had the wonderful priviledge to present the Air Mobile Rescuer to a great church, Christ Luteran Church in Cape Canaveral FL.
These folks, led by Richard Shoar (AKA: Ship to Shoar) wanted to know more about the Air Mobile Rescuer.
This Church will be raising the funds for several Rescuers to be deployed where more needed. PRAISE GOD!!
Earlier yesterday, Cherie & Christian and 5 of my 10 grandkids had a delightful lunch. What a JOY!!
I'm up early getting ready to speak to Men's Breakfast at Rockledge Presbyterian church.
These folks funded their first Rescuer for an orphanage in Honduras nearly 10 years ago and...it's still delivering CLEAN WATER!
Since then, they have funded another Rescuer and may even be funding more.
Well, it's time to head out and go have breakfast with the men of Rockledge Presbyterian.
In between "Speaking", I rush back to the Badolato's Condo on the Ocean at Satellite Beach. What a nice place to "re-group"!
As always, THANK YOU for your invaluable prayer, love and support!!!
Air Mobile Joe
1-7-22 Friday 7:37 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - "Air Mobile On the Move"- Satellite Beach, FL. Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe
PERKS.....
Our great friends, Dr. Steve & Millie Badolato, offered their Condo on Satellite Beach, FL. What a great PERK!!
After the 12 hour drive in the Ford Escape, from the "Retreat Cabin" in TN, arrived at this lovely spot around midnite.
And of course, Dr. Steve has been our "Florida Doctor" for many years and all I can say is....THANKS for being our great friend in Christ and what a gifted Doctor!!
Today, I'll be having lunch with my daughter, Cherie and son, Christian and my grandchildren.
Then, this evening, I'll speaking at Christ Lutheran Church in Cape Canaveral. Looking forward to that!
Well, it's time to....chill out and watch the waves roll in on Satellite Beach.
As always, THANK YOU for your precious prayer, love and support!!
Air Mobile Joe
1-6-22 Thursday 6:47 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - "Air Mobile Retreat Cabin"- In the Mountains of East TN. Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe
ON THE ROAD AGAIN....
Up early, packing my bags and heading down to Florida....just ahead of a snow storm.
Will be driving our trusty Ford Escape and towing the little red trailer.
Will be speaking in several Churches down in Florida.
And then will be bringing Cindy's Dad, Ron, back to the Mountains of East TN where he'll be living with us.
It was Ron who originally put Cindy and I together. For that, I'm eternally grateful.
BTW, it's a wonderful story and one of our Lord's Divine Providence.We love Ron and look forward to our days ahead.
Well, it's time pack up and hit the road. As always, THANK YOU for your precious prayer, love and support!!!
Air Mobile Joe
1-5-22 Wednesday 6:38 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - "Air Mobile Retreat Cabin"- In the Mountains of East TN. Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe
A WARM FIRE ON A COLD WINTRY DAY....
There's always chores to be done and things that one feels are so important to do. But....there are times to just light a fire and watch it burn.
Cindy and I are still a bit weak, but having no symptoms of COVID and slowly getting our strength back....for the days ahead.
We'll just take it easy and enjoy the fire on this chilly day and...it's going to get colder and more snow tomorrow. We've got plenty of firewood.
As always, THANK YOU for your precious prayer, love and suppport!!!
Air Mobile Joe
1-4-22 Tuesday 6:07 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - "Air Mobile Retreat Cabin"- In the Mountains of East TN. Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe
BRRRR.....
A little more snow and a lot of ice this morning. I need to run over to Knoxville today to tend to some aviation business.
Need to beware of the "black ice"....can be a slippery situation. It's a brisk 21 degrees.
Meanwhile, OMI-CRON cases are soaring and....this may have a silver lining.
Here's more - OMI-CRON CASES HITTING NEW HIGH, BUT NEW DATA PUTS THE END IN SIGHT
In preparation for what might lie ahead, we're ordering components to make more Air Mobile Rescuer water purifiers.
We're also getting the Little Donkey ready for flights ahead. NOW is the time to PREPARE!!
It's so good to be re-gaining our strength. Cindy and I are both feeling better and we're so THANKFUL for your invaluable prayer, love and support!!!
Air Mobile Joe
1-3-22 Monday 8:14 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - "Air Mobile Retreat Cabin"- In the Mountains of East TN. Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe
SNOWY MORN.....
We awoke this morning to a glorious and beautiful "Snowy" morning.
We had a 40 degree temperature drop and frontal passage that resulted in this lovely snowfall.
The "Old Wood Stove" has our "Retreat Cabin" snug and toasty warm.
You know, it just feels good to feel good. Cindy and I went through a pretty rough round of COVID and now we're feeling so much better.
Can't begin to tell you how much we appreciate your precious prayer, love and support!! THANK YOU!!!
Air Mobile Joe
1-2-22 Sunday 8:08 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - "Air Mobile Retreat Cabin"- In the Mountains of East TN. Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe
A NEW DAY....
Well, on this 2nd day of 2022, we go forth THANKFUL for healing and returning strength.
For the first time in weeks, Cindy, Ari and I will be attending our local church.
We're so THANKFUL for the prayer support, as well as soup, and meals and shopping and love.
THANK YOU, Little Mulberry Baptist Church and especially Pastor John for all that love and support!!
We dodged a lot of bad weather last night. We've had a lot of rain and wind. No damage.
We pray for those who have been impacted by this line of storms.
Tonight, the temperature will drop significantly and we'll likely get some snow.
So, time to get ready for Church and as I say every single day and mean with all of my heart, THANK YOU for your faithful prayer, love and support!!
Air Mobile Joe
1-1-22 Saturday 7:59 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - "Air Mobile Retreat Cabin"- In the Mountains of East TN. Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe
HAPPY NEW YEAR....A VERY "BLUSTERY DAY"!
The winds have been howling all night and will continue to blow throughout the day.
This video captures the fast moving storm just "grazing" us here at the Retreat Cabin.
We THANK GOD for HIS PROTECTION and we PRAY for all in the path of these storms!!
As we usher in 2022, we PRAY for a better year and the end of the "Pandemic"!
Cindy and I are very THANKFUL to be over COVID and we're especially THANKFUL for your faithful prayer, love and support!!
May you be EXTREMELY BLESSED in 2022!!!
Air Mobile Joe
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Air Mobile Joe