THE ADVENTURE CONTINUES - AUGUST 2025

 8-16-25 Saturday 6:51 AM (US Eastern Time) - At the Air Mobile "Retreat Cabin - In the Mountains of East TN - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe 

A VERY SAD DAY AT OUR FARM...

I regret to say that this morning, we lost our sweet little donkey, Emerald.  In spite of our best efforts, she and her baby died in child birth.

She was the sweetest little donkey and she will be sorely missed.

It's just a sad day for us.  Emerald was like a member of our family.

THANK YOU for your prayers.

Air Mobile Joe

 8-15-25 Friday 6:37 AM (US Eastern Time) - At the Air Mobile "Retreat Cabin - In the Mountains of East TN - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe 

A NIGHT WITH PHOENIX...

Our "Rescue" Tennessee Walker horse (Phoenix) could barely walk yesterday.  Cindy, who was on the road yesterday, to FL and helped me, mainly with prayer.

I reached out to our good neighbor, Jason Sexton, a true horse expert. He quickly assessed the situation as an infected abscess.

We stayed with Phoenix through the night and was very glad to see him up, and moving very slowly, but moving.  

We've called our farrier, Moses, who is very skilled, who will come out  and fix Phoenix.

Meanwhile, our "Jenny" Donkey named Emerald is about to give birth.  We PRAY all goes well. So, just another day at our little farm. 

We're keeping a close eye on Tropical Storm Erin.  Landfall projections are about tricky.  We'll be ready.

Here's more - TS ERIN EXPECTED TO INCREASE TO MAJOR HURRICANE

THANKS, for your faithful prayer, love and support! 

Air Mobile Joe

8-14-25 Thursday 6:24 AM (US Eastern Time) - At the Air Mobile "Retreat Cabin - In the Mountains of East TN - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe

RESCUER DELIVERY...

We loaded up 8 Air Mobile Rescuers in Cindy's Nissan Murano last night.

 

Today, she's driving them to Florida to re-position them for deployment if necessary.

We're keeping a close eye on TS Erin, which is rapidly gaining strength.  Here's more - SOON TO BE HURRICANE ERIN

Please PRAY that Cindy has a safe drive (12 hour) down to FL.  I will be joining her in FL this weekend.

With all of our kids and grand-kids in FL, we welcome spending a little time, down in FL, with them.

Meanwhile, I'm holding down the fort and taking care of our critters.

As always, THAN YOU for your precious prayer, love and support!

Air Mobile Joe

 

 8-13-25 Wednesday 6:16 AM (US Eastern Time) - At the Air Mobile "Retreat Cabin - In the Mountains of East TN - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe

IN THE OFFICE....

Today, I'll be working in the Air Mobile Office, catching up on correspondence and planning our next "Missions".  I'm thankful to have the office on our property.  

Here's a side view of our Retreat Cabin and the Air Mobile Office. Very conveniently located.

The pieces are coming together for our upcoming "Mission" to South Africa.  We currently have 3 of 5 Air Mobile Rescuers funded.  Here's a link, if you'd like to donate - DONATE TO AIR MOBILE MINISTRIES

  

In the meantime, we're still tracking Tropical Storm Erin, heading westbound at 20 mph.  We're stocking up on Rescuers if needed.

Here's the latest - TROPICAL STORM ERIN'S TRACK

THANK YOU for your precious prayer, love and support!

Air Mobile Joe

 8-12-25 Tuesday 6:46 AM (US Eastern Time) - At the Air Mobile "Retreat Cabin - In the Mountains of East TN - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe

WATCHING THE TROPICS...

A Tropical Storm, Erin, is forming off the Coast of Africa.  It may be the first major Hurricane of this Season.

We're keeping a close eye on the development of Erin.

We are now in the PEAK HURRICANE SEASON where 92% of Major Hurricanes form.

This is the reason that we are gearing up and preparing for an active and dangerous Hurricane Season.

Here's more:  TROPICAL STORM ERIN EXPECTED TO STRENGTHEN INTO A HURRICANE

In addition to watching TS Erin, we are preparing for our next "Mission" to South Africa, where clean water is desperately needed.

We now have 3 of the 5 Rescuers funded.  Please pray about making a donation of any size to help us reach our goal.  Here's a link to donate - CLICK HERE TO DONATE

I want you to know just how much we appreciate your faithful prayer, love and support!!

Air Mobile Joe

 8-11-25 Monday 7:35 AM (US Eastern Time) - At the Air Mobile "Retreat Cabin - In the Mountains of East TN - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe

STORM DANCERS....COMING SOON

Cindy and I have been working hard to complete our new book, STORM DANCERS.  

We've had many long, tear-filled, days and nights reminiscing and capturing amazing stories of miracles and grace and sadness and joy.

We can hardly wait to share this Anthology of True Short-Stories with you!

In the meantime, we're enjoying our time here at the "Retreat Cabin", of course, always busy with chores and such.

Yahn Gray, our production manager, is getting Air Mobile Rescuers built and ready for rapid deployment, when the time comes.

As I often say, it is not a matter of IF, but WHEN disasters will strike.  We want to be ready!  Remember, CLEAN WATER is a non-negotiable when they come.

If you're new to this rambling blog and want to know more about the remarkable Air Mobile Rescuer Water Purifier, go to:  LEARN MORE ABOUT THE AIR MOBILE RESCUER WATER PURIFIER

THANK YOU, as always, for your faithful prayer, love and support!

Air Mobile Joe

 

 8-10-25 Sunday 6:45 AM (US Eastern Time) - At the Air Mobile "Retreat Cabin - In the Mountains of East TN - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe

SWEET SPOT...

I find myself overwhelmed by the grace and glory of God! 

So THANKFUL for this lovely Sunday morning at our "Retreat Cabin" in the lovely Smoky Mountains of East TN....a true SWEET SPOT!  

Cindy and I are getting ready for Church and again, grateful to be able to go to Church and worship God with absolute freedom.  May we never take this privilege for granted!

We pray you are blessed today.  We're glad to have you along with us on this Journey with Jesus!!

Air Mobile Joe

8-9-25 Saturday 7:17 AM (US Eastern Time) - At the Air Mobile "Retreat Cabin - In the Mountains of East TN - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe 

3 DOWN 2 TO GO!

Today, Air Mobile received funding for 2 more "Rescuers" water purifiers for South Africa. Our goal is to reach 5 units. Now, it is 3 down & 2 to go. PRAISE GOD!!

Cindy and I are very THANKFUL for your precious prayer, love and support!!

Air Mobile Joe

Joe

One of the extraordinary blessings we have is going back in my daily blogs and just soaking in where Air Mobile was 15-20 years ago.

 8-8-25 Friday 7:58 AM (US Eastern Time) - At the Air Mobile "Retreat Cabin - In the Mountains of East TN - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe 

A DROP IN THE BUCKET FOR SOUTH AFRICA...

Often, when we look at the water crisis', it's easy to get overwhelmed by the staggering need, in light of our limited efforts.  

But...I recall the "Starfish Story", and what a powerful lesson it brings.

STARFISH STORY

Though our water purifier is small and brings clean water to seemingly a "hand-full" of people, we must DO WHAT WE CAN!

When we bring the 5 Air Mobile Rescuers to South Africa, we bring the possibility of CLEAN WATER to 5000 people per day.

As we scan, just one such story, we move forward and recall the Words of our Lord Jesus..."I WAS THIRSTY & YOU GAVE ME TO DRINK".

NORTHWEST VILLAGES STILL DREAM OF CLEAN WATER

PRAISE GOD!  We already have 1 of 5 units funded.

PLEASE consider making a donation to this upcoming "Mission" to South Africa.

Here's a link for your donation:

 DONATE TO AIR MOBILE MINISTRIES

Cindy and I both appreciate your faithful prayer, love and support!!

Air Mobile Joe

8-7-25 Thursday 6:51 AM (US Eastern Time) - At the Air Mobile "Retreat Cabin - In the Mountains of East TN - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe

1 DOWN 4 TO GO...

Yesterday, we received funding for an Air Mobile Rescuer for South Africa.  Our plan is to travel to South Africa and deploy 5 units there.  1 down, 4 more to go.

Our mission there will coincide with the wedding of our dear friend, Garrett Scarborough.  We have known Garrett since he was a toddler.

We are so blessed to see Garrett growing into a mighty Man of God!

Please consider making a donation toward this South Africa Mission.

In the meantime, today I'll be driving to Bristol TN to send funding for Sam's India Orphanage.  We love Sam and his family.  It is a privilege to work together with them.

THANK YOU, as always for your faithful prayer, love and support!

Air Mobile Joe

    

8-6-25 Wednesday 6:54 AM (US Eastern Time) - At the Air Mobile "Retreat Cabin - In the Mountains of East TN - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe

THIRSTY

When was the last time you were thirsty?  Now, I don't mean like driving down I-95 and realizing that you forgot to bring a bottle of water with you.  

You can just pull into the next exit and buy one or two bottles of drinking water at one of several convenience stores. 

No, I'm talking about being really thirsty.  I recall when Cindy and I were leading a team to bring in life-saving water purifiers on Nias Island, Indonesia following the deadly Boxing Day Tsunami.  

We had deployed all of our Rescuer Water Purifiers and hiked back to the landing zone where we were waiting for a U.N. helicopter to pick us up and fly us back to the Mainland.

Our whole team was extremely thirsty. Several of us were on the border-line of "heat Stroke".  

Then, like an epiphany, we saw coconuts hanging over our head.  We sent a young Indonesian boy shinnying up the tree and throwing down a coconut for each team member. 

I so well recall how delicious and satisfying was that coconut milk.  A little while later, the UN MI-8 landed and brought us bring us back to the mainland.

  

Now, just imagine how many millions around the world lack clean drinking water.

Your donation makes it possible for us to GO and bring the love of God and clean water to the thirsty!

Air Mobile Joe

8-5-25  Tuesday 6:51 AM ( U.S. Eastern Time) - At the Air Mobile "Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN -  Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe

SUCH A SIMPLE THING...

Just imagine this; we can go to the Creator of the universe, Who loves us dearly, and ask Him for Wisdom & Guidance!  What an amazing thing.

Every day, we face choices; some simple and easy and others complicated with deep implications and all that's in between.

Again, all we have to do is ask Jesus for Wisdom and He is glad to give it to us.  

Again, all we have to do is ASK!!  Remember Matthew 7:7...ASK & YOU SHALL RECEIVE!

I don't know what you may be facing today, but I can tell you this, Jesus is there with you, and He has all the Wisdom you will ever need.

I PRAY that this bit of Godly advice will make your day go better.  

I can assure you, that Cindy and I are leaning heavily upon our Lord Jesus to guide us and lead us each step of this day...that our Lord has made!

May you be BLESSED today and I want to THANK YOU for your precious prayer, love and support!!

Air Mobile Joe

8-4-25  Monday 7:36 AM ( U.S. Eastern Time) - At the Air Mobile "Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN -  Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe

 NAVIGATING THROUGH LIFE WITH THE WISDOM OF GOD

I love matching the day with the Proverb.  

Today is the 4th, so I'm reading and studying Proverbs 4. 

In Proverbs 4:7, King Solomon urges us to seek God's Wisdom and get Understanding. Wisdom is the principal thing.

 

If we lack wisdom, and we all do, James 1:5 tells us where to find it.  

ASK GOD & HE WILL GIVE YOU ABUNDANT WISDOM!

As we navigate through life, may we do so with God's Wisdom.

May you be BLESSED today with God's Wisdom, Understanding and Guidance.

THANK YOU for your faithful prayer, love and support!

Air Mobile Joe 

8-3-25  Sunday 6:36 AM ( U.S. Eastern Time) - At the Air Mobile "Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN -  Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe

 OFF... 

Yesterday, Cindy and I did major work on Storm Dancers.  As we read chapters to one another, the tears flowed freely.  

We can hardly wait to get this amazing "testimony" of God's awesome grace into your hands.

On this rainy Sunday, here in the lovely mountains of East TN, we're taking the day OFF and resting and taking it easy.

We so appreciate you meandering down this road of life with us!  GOD BLESS YOU!!

Air Mobile Joe

8-2-25  Saturday 7:11 AM ( U.S. Eastern Time) - At the Air Mobile "Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN -  Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe

NOT CRYING WOLF....

When an 8.8 Earthquake strikes, we assume it's going to be BAD!  After all, this earthquake was the 6th most powerful earthquake in modern history.  

In the case of the Russian 8.8 earthquake, it is best to have your escape plan ready and know where and how to get to HIGH GROUND!

Think about this - IS THE 8.8 RUSSIAN EARTHQUAKE A WAKE-UP CALL FOR US?

So, don't feel bad, if you got into high gear and even moved to Higher Ground.  It's not "Crying Wolf", to heed the warnings.  

Here are some interesting thoughts regarding this recent 8.8 earthquake - NOT CRYING WOLF...

In other words, if we err on any side, err on the evacuate side.  We all recall the horror and tragedy of what happened in the "Camp Mystic Flood".

Now, as you know, Air Mobile is all about getting CLEAN WATER where desperately needed.  

May we encourage you to consider securing an Air Mobile Rescuer Water Purifier, the miracle machine that takes dirty, contaminated and even deadly water, making it pure! This can indeed be a life-saver and a "Game Changer".

Also, please consider making a donation of any amount to help Air Mobile get into the areas of desperate need.  God Bless You and THANKS AGAIN, for your faithful prayer, love and support!

Air Mobile Joe

Friday, August 1, 2025

THE ADVENTURE CONTINUES - JULY 2025

8-1-25  Friday 7:11 AM ( U.S. Eastern Time) - At the Air Mobile "Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN -  Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe

BLOG COMING...

7-31-25  Thursday 7:11 AM ( U.S. Eastern Time) - At the Air Mobile "Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN -  Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe

NO RECORDED DEATHS FROM 8.8 QUAKE...PRAISE GOD!!

We are THANKFUL that this massive Quake (the 6th most powerful in recorded history) did not do more damage and that no lives were lost.  We are grateful!!

In the meantime, it is a good time to evaluate where we are in regard to PREPARING for disasters that lie ahead.  It is not of matter of IF, but WHEN they will come.

Remember the Words of Jesus in Matthew 24...there will be EARTHQUAKES in diverse places.

You might want to do an Emergency Evaluation where you live.

Meanwhile, life goes on.  We seek His direction for this day that our Lord has made!

THANK YOU for your precious prayer, love and support!

Air Mobile Joe

7-30-25  Wednesday 7:10 AM ( U.S. Eastern Time) - At the Air Mobile "Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN -  Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe

8.8 QUAKE...A WAKE-UP CALL

The 8.8 Russia Earthquake is recorded as the sixth most powerful quake in modern history.

As soon as it hit, yesterday evening, I quickly began looking at our own EMERGENCY supplies and equipment and our current inventory of Air Mobile Rescuers in stock.  

This is an excellent "Wake-up call" TO BE PREPARED!

Here is the latest: HUGE QUAKE ROCKS RUSSIA'S FAR-EAST TRIGGERING TSUNAMI WARNINGS AROUND THE PACIFIC

We are monitoring this situation very closely and are prepared to GO if need be. Join us in prayer for our Lord's guidance!

Air Mobile Joe

   

7-29-25  Tuesday 7:48 AM ( U.S. Eastern Time) - At the Air Mobile "Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN -  Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe

PREPARING...

In addition to the regular chores, here at our little farm, we're going through the systems (back-up power, clean water, medical supplies, etc).

We're following up on several leads where CLEAN WATER is  desperately needed  and people are dying.  We'll send more info as we research ways that Air Mobile can help.

THANK YOU for your invaluable prayer, love and support!!

Air Mobile Joe

7-28-25  Monday 6:43 AM ( U.S. Eastern Time) - At the "Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN -  Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe

INSPIRED...

Being with Barbara at the Haiti Orphan Re-Union in Indiana this past weekend is inspiring Cindy and me to do more.

At this time, between "Missions", we're reaching out to other areas of need around the world, and above all, asking our Lord to send us.

Stay tuned, there's no telling where our Lord will send us next. But know this, when the call comes...we'll GO!

As always, THANK YOU for your faithful prayer, love and support!!

 Air Mobile Joe

 

7-27-25  Sunday 8:09 AM ( U.S. Eastern Time) - At the "Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN -  Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe

A WONDERFUL CELEBRATION

Cindy, Ari & I drove to New Castle, Indiana yesterday to be with our beloved Barbara Walker, the Lady in the Blue Dress!

Folks came from far and wide to Celebrate the rescue and adoption of these precious children from Haiti.

Sweet memories.  After the party, Cindy Ari and I made the 6-hour drive back to our wonderful "Retreat Cabin."

THANK YOU as always for your prayer, love and support!

Air Mobile Joe

7-26-25  Saturday 8:07 AM ( U.S. Eastern Time) - At the "Haiti Orphan Reunion - New Castle, Indiana Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe

INTO THE HEARTLAND

Yesterday, Cindy, Ari & I drove from our "Retreat Cabin" in TN to the Heartland of Indiana - Corn country..as far as the eye can see.

Today, we'll be meeting with Barbara Walker and some of the many orphans that Barb rescued and arranged for their adoption.  

We'll be at the Cornerstone Camp Ground in New Castle, Indiana.  It's going to be a wonderful day of celebration and joy!!

THANK YOU for your faithful prayer, love and support.

Air Mobile Joe

7-25-25  Friday 6:46 AM ( U.S. Eastern Time) - At the "Retreat  Cabin" In the Mountains of East TN  - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe

WHO IS BARABA WALKER??

I know that some of you who are reading this "Rambling Blog" know who Barbara Walker is (AKA "Rambo in the Blue Dress").

But, for those who don't, here's a quick snap-shot of  this incredible "Lady of God".  

We call her "Rambo in the Blue Dress" because of her fierce courage and determined mission to rescue and arrange the adoption of over 3.000 children, including our Ariana and Vinette.

Barb has also traveled around the world with Air Mobile, deploying "Rescuers" to bring clean water where it is desperately needed.

Well, every year, there is a Re-Union of the Adoptees. It usually happens in mid-July in New Castle, IN at the Cornerstone Camp ground. 

These kids have awesome stories of miracles and amazing grace! I've even flown some of them in Ti- Burik, our mission aircraft.

I've known Anderson, pictured here, since he was 5 years old.

We flew Ariana in from FL to join us this year.  The Celebration begins tonight.

I can't begin to tell you how much Cindy and I love and appreciate Barbara!!

And, I want to THANK you for meandering down this road of life with me, and especially for your precious prayer, love and support!

Air Mobile Joe

7-24-25  Thursday 6:26 AM ( U.S. Eastern Time) - At the "Retreat  Cabin" In the Mountains of East TN  - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe

UNTIL THEN...

Folks, I must tell you that the time that we are blessed to spend here at our beloved "Retreat Cabin" is sweet. 

What a wonderful time to re-charge our batteries. It is also an excellent platform to write and edit and polish our next book, "Storm Dancers". Cindy and I are making wonderful progress on it.

Re-living the miracles and the challenges and the joy and sadness both strengthens our soul and opens the door for healing.

I relish this time and know "until then", we will be ready when the call comes to launch our "Next Mission".

We are so grateful to have you with us on this remarkable journey!

Air Mobile Joe

7-23-25  Wednesday 7:17 AM ( U.S. Eastern Time) - At the "Retreat  Cabin" In the Mountains of East TN  - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe

WHAT IS A HEAT DOME?

A Weather phenomena known as a HEAT DOME  can be very  DANGEROUS!

If you're feeling the HEAT and it's rising, this may be what is going on. 

CLICK ON:  WHAT IS A HEAT DOME?

Here are a couple of helpful hints:

1) Stay COOL

2) Stay HYDRATED

3) CHECK on those around you

Yesterday, while checking for WEAK LINKS, I found that one of our AC units was not was not working properly. Time to get it repaired.

Make sure you have plenty of drinking water on hand & stay COOL!

Air Mobile Joe

7-22-25  Tuesday 7:24 AM ( U.S. Eastern Time) - At the "Retreat  Cabin" In the Mountains of East TN  - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe

GETTING READY...

It's a good time to look around and search for WEAK LINKS in our "Retreat Cabin".  We don't know when a disaster will strike, but we do know it's a matter of time before it does.

Taking advantage of this time between "Missions" is a prudent thing  to do. It's all about having an attitude of "Preparing".

May I encourage to "look around" for any WEAK LINKS you may have. 

You may uncover something, that in the days ahead, you may be very thankful that you found.  It's just a thought.

Well, it's time to go take care of a few WEAK LINKS.  And, I want to thank you for your prayers!

Air Mobile Joe

7-21-25  Monday 6:46 AM ( U.S. Eastern Time) - At the "Retreat  Cabin" In the Mountains of East TN  - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe

A JOY IN THE MORNING...

One of my great joys in the morning is letting our ducks out.

These wonderful and funny creatures are  a kick.  I often sit out here and just watch them.  We have incubated & hatched almost all of our ducks.  They stick together and their antics makes me smile.

Oh, it's the simple things in life that brings healing and joy.

Cindy and I have been working on "Storm Dancers" and making good progress.

Here's a prayer request.  Cindy and I both have a cold.  We're taking a lot of Vitamin C and resting. 

We're planning to go to Barbara Walker's Orphan Reunion in Indiana on Friday.  Please PRAY for our healing.

THANK YOU!

Air Mobile Joe

7-20-25  Sunday 6:47 AM ( U.S. Eastern Time) - At the "Retreat  Cabin" In the Mountains of East TN  - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe

A GOOD TIME TO WRITE...

Looks like we'll be getting rain for the rest of the week and that lends itself to a good time to write on "Storm Dancers".

Cindy is helping me with her excellent editing.  All I can say is...I'm THANKFUL for God bringing Cindy into my life!

Have a little break from the rain so, dashing out the door to do chores in between rain showers. Of course, we're keeping a close eye on the "low spots" for flash-flooding.

Wherever you may be, keep an ear tuned for SEVERE WEATHER ALERTS!  

Air Mobile Joe

7-19-25  Saturday 6:40 AM ( U.S. Eastern Time) - At the "Retreat  Cabin" In the Mountains of East TN  - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe

A RAINY DAY IN THE SMOKEYS

Cindy and I are just taking this Saturday off.  First, a game of Rummy then a nice, long game of Scrabble.  It's a nice way to spend a Rainy Day in the Smokeys.

I sure do appreciate your invaluable prayer, love and support!

Air Mobile Joe

7-18-25  Friday 6:47 AM ( U.S. Eastern Time) - At the "Retreat  Cabin" In the Mountains of East TN  - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe

RUMBLING...

Saw this WX headline and thought I'd share it with you.

IS THE GROUND BENEATH US GETTING RESTLESS? VOLCANOES ARE WAKING UP ACROSS AMERICA

It is as if this old Earth is groaning as found in Romans 8:22.

At any rate, it is a good time to be READY & AWARE of things going on around us.

Meanwhile, we're still in a FLOOD WATCH, & will keep an eye on the "Low Spots" along our route of travel today.

Most importantly, we'll keep our eyes on Jesus and our ears tuned to His voice for direction.

THANK YOU for your faithful prayer, love and support!

Air Mobile Joe

7-17-25  Thursday 6:19 AM ( U.S. Eastern Time) - At the "Retreat  Cabin" In the Mountains of East TN  - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe

FLOOD WATCH...

Even here in the Mountains of East TN, FLOOD WATCHES are popping up throughout our region.

Even though our "Retreat Cabin" is well above sea level, the roads leading in and out are full of low-lying areas.  Those are the areas to avoid, or at least be cautious of.

The horrible flooding in Kerr County TX is certainly a wake-up call for us all.  PLEASE continue to PRAY for those who have lost loved ones.

Last night, we had several strong thunderstorms pass through, dropping a lot of rain.  Local rivers and streams are now absorbing them and river levels are rising.  

BE ON THE LOOK-OUT & heed evacuation orders.  As I often say..."If you err on any side, err on the EVACUATE side".  

In other words, be READY to evacuate.  Often, it just means seeking HIGHER GROUND.  

Be AWARE of your setting and have an EVACUATION PLAN  READY!

As I say every day, and mean with all of my heart, THANK YOU for your faithful prayer, love and support!!

Air Mobile Joe

7-16-25  Wednesday 6:52 AM ( U.S. Eastern Time) - At the "Retreat  Cabin" In the Mountains of East TN  - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe

"WHEN YOU SHALL SEE ALL THESE THINGS...KNOW THAT THE END IS NEAR, EVEN AT THE DOORS" Matthew 24:33

This morning, I was reading Matthew 24 and when I got to Verse 33, I stopped to ponder these Words of Jesus.  

Jesus told His Disciples, including us, to WATCH for the signs.  Matthew 24 is full of signs, and yes, we are seeing them unfold before our very eyes.

May I urge you to read Matthew 24 and compare what we are seeing and what Jesus told us would happen.

Here is a link to Matthew 24, click on it and read it for yourself.  MATTHEW 24 KJV

In the meantime, Jesus tells us to be ready to "GO into all the world and preach the Gospel". Cindy and I stand ready to GO!  

Not only can we bring the Gospel, we can bring CLEAN WATER to the thirsty. What a wonderful way to demonstrate the Love of God! 

For now, we are just glad to be home at our sweet "Retreat Cabin".  The "call" will come soon enough.  THANK YOU again for your precious prayer, love and support!!  

Air Mobile Joe

7-15-25  Tuesday 7:34 AM ( U.S. Eastern Time) - At the "Retreat  Cabin" In the Mountains of East TN  - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe

HOME...AT LAST

Yesterday afternoon, we rolled up to our beloved "Retreat Cabin".  Had a wonderful time in Florida enjoying our kids and the Ocean and Beaches.

It is simply good to be home.  Now, we know from experience that there will be another "Mission" somewhere.  Cindy and I say..."Here we are, Lord, send us!"

For this moment, we're enjoying our sweet "Retreat Cabin" and that second cup of coffee.

THANK YOU for meandering down this road of life with us.  We so appreciate your precious prayer, love and support!!

Air Mobile Joe 

7-14-25  Monday 8:24 AM ( U.S. Eastern Time) - Orangeburg, SC   - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe

HALF-WAY HOME...

Yesterday morning in FL, we bid farewell to Peter and Ariana and we hit the road heading home. 

At about the halfway point, we pulled into the Orangeburg, SC Hampton Inn.  We usually stay here. They give us a good price.

We've got about 5 hours until we pull up to our sweet "Retreat Cabin".  

We thoroughly  enjoyed our FL getaway spending time with Peter & Ariana and enjoyed the beautiful beach &  ocean.

Cindy and I are  THANKFUL for a clean & comfortable place to take a break at about the half-way point. 

I know that I mention this from time to time, but it bears repeating... America is a wonderful place to live.  We have wonderful roads and so many places to rest and have a wonderful road-trip home. 

So, it's to time to do this final leg home..to our critters and our beloved "Retreat Cabin".

THANK YOU again for meandering down this road of life with Cindy and I.

Air Mobile Joe   

7-13-25  Sunday 6:50 AM ( U.S. Eastern Time) - Indialantic, FL  "Beach Club Condos", FL  - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe

HEADING HOME...

Well, it's time to pack up and "hit the road" for Tennessee.  We've so enjoyed being with Peter and Ariana on this trip to Florida.

As you may recall, I had come down to Florida to care for my good friend, Chuck Fullman who had surgery.  Just want you to know, Chuck is doing  fine.  THANK  YOU for your prayers.

Now, we have a 12 hour drive ahead of us.  We may drive it all the way through, or break it up somewhere in South Carolina.  Please pray for traveling mercy on our journey home.

At at rate, we're eager to get home to all our critters... (horses, donkeys, ducks, dogs and cats) and our sweet "Retreat Cabin".

THANK YOU for rambling down this road of life with us.  We so appreciate your precious prayer, love and support!!

Air Mobile Joe

7-12-25  Saturday 7:54 AM ( U.S. Eastern Time) - Indialantic, FL  "Beach Club Condos", FL  - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe

EVENING BEACH WALK...

Cindy, Ari and I were glad to be joined by Peter for a pleasant evening together.  That is why we slip down to Florida from time to time.

After a wonderful dinner in Melbourne, we took a nice walk down the beach after sunset.

Today is just a good day of rest and relaxation and working on "Storm Dancers".

Tomorrow, we plan to hit the road for TN and our sweet "Retreat Cabin" in the mountains of East TN.

Let us also continue to PRAY for all of those who have been so impacted by the terrible flooding in Texas and beyond.

Air Mobile Joe

7-11-25  Friday 7:05 AM ( US Eastern Time) - Indialantic, FL  "Beach Club Condos", FL  - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe

WRITING...

 

Taking advantage of being in Florida, I'm  working on "Storm Dancers".  BTW, I'm nearly finished with it and Cindy has begun editing it.

The Atlantic Ocean is right at our doorstep, lending itself to quiet and peaceful walks on the beach and spending precious time with our Ariana.

This evening, our son, Peter, will be joining us for dinner.

In those quiet times of walking on the beach, I'm PRAYING for the Texas Flood victims.  What a terrible tragedy.  Please continue to join us in PRAYER!

We truly appreciate your precious prayer, love and support!!

Air Mobile Joe 

7-10-25  Thursday 7:36 AM ( US Eastern Time) - Indialantic, FL  "Beach Club Condos", FL  - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe

THE GRIM TASK...

The death toll continues to climb in Texas and has reached 120 with 170 still missing.  Searching for and finding the bodies is a grim task.

The grief from this tragedy is unimaginable.  PLEASE continue to join us in PRAYER.

Here's the latest - DEATH TOLL CLIMBS TO 120 WITH 170 STILL MISSING

We'll be in Florida for a few more days before heading back up to Tennessee.

Quiet and peaceful walks down the beach are a blessing and one that we are THANKFUL for.

As always, THANK YOU for your faithful prayer, love and support!!

Air Mobile Joe

7-9-25  Wednesday 6:37 AM ( US Eastern Time) - Indialantic, FL  "Beach Club Condos", FL  - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe

HIGHER GROUND...

Now is the time to prepare for the next disaster.  One of the lessons we are learning from the Texas Flood is to be very tuned into WARNINGS.

Though the Texas Flood was very much like the "Perfect Storm", still, if we err on any side, may it be on the EVACUATE side.

As we are seeing in new flooding in New Mexico, we should be thinking that HIGHER GROUND is SAFER GROUND!

In other words, be aware of your surroundings and know where the elevation begins to rise and have a plan to get there as quickly as possible.

Here's more  - NEW MEXICO FLOODING

Meanwhile, the death toll continues to rise in Texas and the HEART-BREAK GOES ON!  WE PRAY!!

Here's more - DEATH TOLL PASSES 111 & 160 STILL MISSING

Thank you for your faithful prayer, love and support!

Air Mobile Joe

7-8-25  Tuesday 6:56 AM ( US Eastern Time) - Indialantic, FL  "Beach Club Condos", FL  - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe

TOGETHER...

Yesterday evening, Cindy drove down to Indialantic, FL. and joined Ariana and me, after her 12 hour drive from TN.  She had a good drive.  THANK YOU for your prayers. 

We'll be here in FL for a few days, visiting with family and just enjoying Florida.

I'm very pleased to say that my good friend, Chuck, is recovering from surgery and doing very well.  Again, THANK YOU for your prayers for Chuck.

Meanwhile, the terrible tragic flooding has taken 104 lives and victims are still being found.  

Here's more - DEATH TOLL FROM CATASTROPHIC FLOODING IN TEXAS OVER THE JULY FOURTH WEEKEND SURPASSES 100

We are heart-broken and PRAYING for the grieving families who have lost loved-ones in this tragic flood.

There are so many stories of bravery and miraculous lives saved and just gut-wrenching sadness.  I, quite often, find myself simply crying.

THANK YOU for joining us in prayer!

Air Mobile Joe 

7-7-25  Monday 5:38 AM ( US Eastern Time) - "The Great Outdoors", FL  - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe

MEETING IN FLORIDA...

Yesterday, I had lunch with Ariana in Indialantic, FL on the ocean.  

We met at a famous Surf Restaurant, Long Doggers. So good seeing Ari!

Later today, Cindy will arrive in Florida, driving down from Tennessee.  Please PRAY for a safe drive for Cindy. Together, we'll spend some good time near the Ocean and just enjoying one another. 

All this past week, I've been caring for my good friend, Chuck Fullmer.  He has been recovering from surgery and doing very well.  

This morning, I'll bring Chuck to Celebration Hospital for a Post-Op appointment. THANK YOU for your prayers for Chuck.

We continue to PRAY for those impacted by this terrible FLOOD!  The death toll continues to rise.  

Here's more on this tragedy - DEATH TOLL IN TEXAS FLASH FLOODS RISES TO 82, 10 CAMPERS STILL MISSING

PLEASE CONTINUE TO PRAY!!

Air Mobile Joe

7-6-25  Sunday 6:51 AM ( US Eastern Time) - "The Great Outdoors", FL  - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe

HEART-BREAK IN TEXAS!!

Here's more - TEXAS FLOODING 78+ DEAD 1O GIRLS STILL MISSING 

FLASH FLOOD WARNINGS STILL IN EFFECT! 

PLEASE PRAY FOR MIRACLES!!!

Air Mobile Joe

7-5-25  Saturday 7:51 AM ( US Eastern Time) - "The Great Outdoors", FL  - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe

PRAYING FOR KERRVILLE...

Yesterday, devastating FLASH FLOODING struck Texas.  The death toll is 32 with 27 missing! 

The Guadalupe River rose 25 feet in 45 minutes, leaving no time to escape for many.  

PLEASE PRAY!

The rain is still falling and there are still many in the path of these FLASH FLOODS!

I can't imagine what the parents of those little girls & victims of this horrible flood must be going through!  

Again, PLEASE PRAY!!

Folks, I have a specific PRAYER REQUEST and I ask you to join me.  It is the repair of the Little Donkey, our mission aircraft.  

Recently, Air Mobile made several life-saving deployments to North Carolina, Spain and Myanmar.  

In order for us to deploy for these critical missions, I borrowed $125,000 from the engine / propeller fund to accomplish these missions.  THANK GOD, we were successful in the deployments.

However, I need to replace those borrowed funds so that we can proceed to get the LITTLE DONKEY back in the air.

PLEASE, consider making a donation toward replenishing those funds.  If you would like to do so, go to:  airmobile.org and push the DONATE button.

As we move deeper and deeper into Hurricane Season, it is all the more reason to get the Little Donkey back in the air!!

THANK YOU for joining us in prayer for this noble mission!!!

Air Mobile Joe

 7-4-25  Friday 7:03 AM ( US Eastern Time) - "The Great Outdoors", FL  - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe

HAPPY 4TH!!

249 years old and still counting!  I praise God for America!!

Yesterday, I met with my son, Christian at the new East Coast Church located on U.S. 1 at Michigan Avenue in Cocoa, FL.

Christian is the Pastor of this thriving and powerful church.  OK, I am very proud of my son, Christian!  GO CHRISTIAN!!   

Yesterday, in between caring for my good friend, Chuck, and seeing my son, Christian, I slipped over to Kennedy Space Center.

Thought I'd give you a little tour, behind the scenes of this historic and strategic site. 

Already, Space X has launched 56 rockets just this year.  GO SPACE X!

So, on this 4th of July beautiful day, I PRAISE GOD for His wonderful and amazing grace!  

I say with all of my heart...GOD BLESS AMERICA!!

THANK YOU for meandering down this road of life with me.

Air Mobile Joe

 7-3-25  Thursday 6:56 AM ( US Eastern Time) - "The Great Outdoors", FL  - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe

RECOVERY...

Yesterday, Chuck was released from the hospital and I drove him home, here in "The Great Outdoors" resort in Titusville, FL..

Chuck is doing great in his recovery and THANKS you for your prayers.

Well, here we are on the eve of July 4th, the 249th Birthday of our great nation!

Folks, I'm proud and thankful to be an American!

May you be BLESSED on this wonderful day!!

Air Mobile Joe

PS - If you're new to this "rambling blog" and want to know how we've gotten to this "juncture of the journey", just scroll down & click on "Older Blogs" below to see how we've gotten here.  God Bless & 

WELCOME ABOARD!!

Air Mobile Joe

7-2-25  Wednesday 5:58 AM ( US Eastern Time) - Celebration Hospital, Celebration, FL  - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe

SUCCESSFUL SURGERY!

Yesterday, I brought my good friend, Chuck Fullmer to Celebration Hospital in Celebration, FL for surgery.

Everything went smoothly.  Surgery was successful!  PRAISE GOD!

I want to THANK Y OU for your prayers!!

Today, I'll be bringing Chuck home to "The Great Outdoors" where he  will be recovering.

Yesterday, I heard the sad news that Jimmy Swaggart passed away. I sure loved Brother Swaggart.

THANK YOU, as always for your prayer, love and support!

Air Mobile Joe

 

7-1-25  Tuesday 6:55 AM ( US Eastern Time) - The Great Outdoors - Titusville, FL  - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe

ANOTHER RED-EYE...

Yesterday evening, I boarded an American Airlines A-321in Phoenix AZ, bound for Orlando via DFW.

I flew all night to arrive in Orlando after midnight (a true "Red-Eye".)

My good friends, Jim & Ruby Logan graciously picked me up from the airport late last night.

I arrived just in time to bring my good friend, Chuck Fullmer to the hospital for surgery this morning.  We planned this "Mission" weeks ago.

PLEASE pray that Chuck's surgery is successful and that his recovery is quick with minimal pain. I'll be staying with Chuck for a few days as he recovers.

As always, THANK YOU for your faithful prayer, love and support!!

Air Mobile Joe