12-3-24 Tuesday 7:45 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - At home, in our "Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe
First of all, I want to THANK YOU for your generosity, your love and your prayer!
You have helped us to GO FORTH & BRING CLEAN WATER AROUND THE WORLD! Again, I say THANK YOU!!
May Cindy and I encourage you to GIVE AGAIN TODAY! Please consider joining millions around the world & give!
Here is our Air Mobile link, if you would like to GIVE to Air Mobile today - DONATE TO AIR MOBILE MINISTRIES
And, on another note, here at our sweet "Retreat Cabin", we're getting a wonderful, beautiful snow fall. It makes this "Southern Boy" happy.
So, on this GIVING TUESDAY, THANK YOU again for your faithful love, prayer & support!!
Air Mobile Joe
12-2-24 Monday 7:31 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - At home, in our "Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe
A LIGHT DUSTING...OF SNOW & MORE TO COME
Yesterday, we had a light snowfall and there's likely more to come today. I must admit, being from the South (Louisiana), snow fall is still a beautiful & exciting thing to me.
I'm so THANKFUL for our old wood-stove & plenty of firewood to take that bitter chill right away.
Cindy and I are busy between chores & protecting our water system here at our sweet "Retreat Cabin". We've survived our first hard freeze with no broken pipes.
THANK YOU, as always, for your faithful prayer, love and support!!
Air Mobile Joe
12-1-24 Sunday 7:18 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - At home, in our "Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe
TIME FOR CHURCH....
After a wonderful THANKSGIVING, Cindy and I are just so blessed and yes, THANKFUL to our Lord for His goodness to us.
As I write, I hear Cindy in the kitchen slicing and dicing & bringing new life to the classic left-overs in a lovely ham bean soup.
Well, it's time to head to Church. As always, THANK YOU for your prayer, love and support!
Air Mobile Joe
11-30-24 Saturday 6:54AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - At home, in our "Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe
CHASING FROSTY.....
We just had our first hard freeze last night. This is where one finds the weak spots in the plumbing system and just what areas freeze.
I'm chasing them down (frost spots) hoping none of our pipes actually burst. So, the quest to have a secure plumbing "net work" goes on.
THANK YOU, as always, for your faithful prayer, love and support!
Air Mobile Joe
11-29-24 Friday 7:35AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - At home, in our "Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe
THE DAY AFTER....THANKSGIVING
Since Thanksgiving is such a powerful force for good and peace and joy and so much more....why not make a deliberate effort EVERY DAY to give THANKS!
I can assure you, if we do (give THANKS) every day, then I can say, our days will likely go much better.
Now, I want you to know that I am speaking to myself, that I too, need to do this every day.
May you be BLESSED today and every day as we grow in GRACE and give THANKS EVERY DAY!
I want you to know just how much I APPRECIATE you, especially for your prayer, love and support!!
Air Mobile Joe
11-28-24 Thursday 6:07AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - At home, in our "Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe
THANKSGIVING DAY - MUCH FOR WHICH TO BE THANKFUL!
There is tremendous POWER in THANKSGIVING!
In the normal course of life, there are disappointments and discouragements. Count on it....they will come.
I know, in my life, when things don't go the way I want them to go and discouragement knocks on my door....I GIVE THANKS and the discouragement flees!
So, on this THANKSGIVING DAY, open up your heart and GIVE THANKS...FOR THIS IS THE WILL OF GOD CONCERNING YOU!!
Remember...there is TREMENDOUS POWER IN THANKSGIVING!
Folks, I'm so THANKFUL to have your precious prayer, love and support!!
Air Mobile Joe
11-27-24 Wednesday 7:46 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - At home, in our "Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe
IN EVERY THING, GIVE THANKS!
Folks, I am humbled and blessed at the goodness of our Lord Jesus!
First and foremost, I am eternally THANKFUL to our Lord Jesus for SAVING MY SOUL!
So, on this lovely day before THANKSGIVING DAY, may you be BLESSED as you count your many BLESSINGS!!
Of course, I say this every single day and truly mean it with all of my heart, THANK YOU for your faithful prayer, love and support!!
Air Mobile Joe
11-26-24 Tuesday 8:23 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - At home, in our "Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe
BETWEEN MISSIONS - JOE RAMBLING ON...
The truth is...we're never far from "Missions". Even when we're traveling far & wide or close to home, disasters happen. Our mandate from Jesus is...."I was thirsty & you gave Me to drink" (Matthew 25:32-35).
And, for literally billions around the world, there is critical, life-threatening LACK of CLEAN WATER.
So, what are we to do? First and foremost, we PRAY and ask our Lord to lead us each step of the way. There is always a need for clean water around the world.
We have this AMAZING water purifier that is a GIFT FROM GOD! It is simple to set-up, easy to operate and maintain and uses a tiny amount of electricity and can provide up to 1000 people per day all the clean water they need for the day.
To date, we have placed nearly 1600 of these LIFE-SAVING machines in 53 countries.
Now, when we are back at our "Retreat Cabin" and In-between "Missions", again, we ask our Lord to direct our path.
There are times, that I just want to stay home and enjoy our wonderful little farm. I particularly like our ducks. They are so much fun to just watch.
Here are a series of short clips capturing my duck chores...
Now, here's a scan view of this wonderful duck habitat....
Then, we have our horses and donkeys. Again, such a pleasure caring for them.
We're in the Fall now and soon it will be winter. We have the "Old Wood-Stove" to help keep us warm. We have many fallen trees that provide us with wood for the old wood-stove.
I guess what I am saying this morning is, life is good and my batteries are charging and....we're ready and willing to GO when our Lord says GO!
Please bear with me, as I bring you down this meandering path of life here at our sweet little farm.
Folks, I so appreciate your invaluable prayer, love and support!!
Air Mobile Joe
11-25-24 Monday 6:55 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - At home, in our "Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe
WHERE TO NEXT?
While Cindy and I were up early this morning, sipping a cup of "Joe" and admiring our wonderful wood-stove on this chilly morning, the question came up between us. "Where is the worst water in the world"?
A quick google search brought us to Guinea - Bissau, West Africa as one of the worst (179th of 182). We are not sure if we will go there, but....we are researching that region.
Today, we are researching a number of Humanitarian organizations that are currently working in Guinea-Bissau.
In the meantime, we are enjoying our time here at the "Retreat Cabin".
Folks, I want to say to you...THANK YOU for your faithful prayer, love and support!!
Air Mobile Joe
11-24-24 Sunday 7:19 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - At home, in our "Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe
WELCOME, OLD WOOD STOVE & 3 HAPPY DOGS
On this cold, frosty morning, we welcome the warmth & beauty of our old Wood-Stove.
Then, one of my favorite of all chores is letting our ducks out of their warm, snug duck house. Every evening, we put them up where they are safe from critters such as raccoons and coyoteys.
So, on this brisk, lovely morning, Cindy and I are getting ready for church at Little Mulberry Baptist Church.
Life is good here as we replenish and recharge our batteries. THANK YOU, as always, for your faithful prayer, love and support!!
Air Mobile Joe
11-23-24 Saturday 6:49 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - At home, in our "Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe
BON VOYAGE SAM & GRACE
Dolly served up a generous portion of "Southern Hospitality" and extraordinary "Horse-man Skills" and a delicious dinner. So glad we could share this wonderful evening with Sam and Grace.
Yesterday, they boarded a flight to Chicago and will work their way back to India. We love them so much and appreciate their strong, faith-filled stand for Jesus.
Today is a quiet day here at the Retreat Cabin. Cindy and I will catch up on good "Rummy" games and will shoot a couple of games of Pool.
We're so THANKFUL for this glorious little "Retreat Cabin" in the mountains of East TN.
We're also very THANKFUL for your precious prayer, love and support!!
Air Mobile Joe
11-22-24 Friday 7:37 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - At home, in our "Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe
FIRST SNOW & A "STAMPEDE" & REMEMBERING JFK
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Cindy came up with this plan for the evening to give Sam and Grace (from India) a taste of "Good Old Southern Hospitality" and AMAZING Horse-Man-Ship with Dolly's Stampede & a spectacular & delicious Dinner!
WHAT A SHOW!
We awoke this morning to this lovely "Snow View" from our "Retreat Cabin".
No time to even light the old wood stove as I have a doctor's appointment in Morristown first thing this morning.
It's time to "slip & slide" out of the mountain's to that appointment. As always, THANK YOU for our precious prayer, love and support!!
Air Mobile Joe
PS - It was 61 years ago today that John F. Kennedy was assassinated. I remember where I was when that tragedy happened. May we never forget.
Joe
11-21-24 Thursday 6:41 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - At home, in our "Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe
A BIT OF SNOW....
Checking the weather this morning, we'll get just a tiny bit of snow. The Winter season is coming a little early and I'm THANKFUL for our wonderful old wood stove. We'll be firing it up pretty soon.
Today, Cindy and I will be taking Sam and Grace to Gatlinburg, a wonderful place full of attractions. It'll be fun.
Well, it's time to get ready to head out to Gatlinburg.
THANK YOU for meandering down this road of life with me. I so appreciate your faithful prayer, love and support!
Air Mobile Joe
11-20-24 Wednesday 7:07 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - At home, in our "Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe
FAREWELL MENENDEZ!
We so enjoyed having them with us for a couple of days.
Our fellowship included a lot of laughter and memories and deep theological discussions, along with a few games of Pool, and just an overall sweetness & fun to their visit.
So, on this smokie, lovely mountains in East TN, we simply enjoy our wonderful retreat cabin with our dear friends.
And, as I say every single day, THANK YOU, for your faithful prayer, love and support!!
Air Mobile Joe
11-19-24 Tuesday 7:34 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - At home, in our "Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe
A SWEET GATHERING...
Yesterday evening, I picked up Sam and Grace (from India) at the McGhee-Tyson (Knoxville) Airport.
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Meanwhile, Lisa, Alfred Jr. & April arrived at our Retreat Cabin from Florida.
Cindy and I have ministered together with the Menendez family for 25+ years. Yes, we truly love these guys!
So good having our dear friends with us for a few days.
And...THANK YOU for your precious prayer, love support!!
Air Mobile Joe
11-18-24 Monday 6:47 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - At home, in our "Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe
GUESTS FROM NEAR & AFAR....
Today, Cindy and I will host friends from India and Florida. We can hardly wait.
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Then, a bit later this evening, Lisa, April and Alfred Jr. Menendez, will arrive from Florida.
The Menendez family and the Hurston's have ministered together for many, many years. WE LOVE THESE GUYS!!
I'm so THANKFUL for this sweet "Retreat Cabin" that lends itself to wonderful hospitality for our friends from near and afar.
Suffice it to say, we'll have a blast with our dear friends for the next couple of days.
And...as I say, every single day, without exception, THANK YOU for your invaluable prayer, love and support!!
Air Mobile Joe
11-17-24 Sunday 6:05 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - At home, in our "Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe
THE FIRST NIP OF FROST....
It's a bit chilly this morning. Our first touch of freezing this smokey fall morning.
Soon, we'll light that old wood stove and enjoy it like watching an old movie.
Cindy and I are getting ready for Church this morning. We've missed our fellowship in the Little Mulberry Baptist Church, as we've been doing a lot of Air Mobile deployments around the world.
It's time to spend a little "Cabin" time and replenish and refresh.
Folks, I can't begin to tell you how BLESSED we are. Oh, it's just good to be home!
We so appreciate your precious prayer, love and support!!
Air Mobile Joe
11-16-24 Saturday 6:11 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - At home, in our "Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe
AN EYE FOR BEAUTY....
We have so many lovely views here in the Mountains of East TN. She thought it good to 'CAPTURE' some of the beauty.
I never cease to marvel at the extraordinary gifts endowed upon my sweet Cindy. I am, indeed, a BLESSED man!
So, though there are always chores and work to be done here at our Cabin, there is a sweet 'JESUS-GIVEN REST'.
My batteries are being charged and I'm enjoying this precious time here at our "Retreat Cabin".
I truly appreciate your invaluable prayer, love & support!
Air Mobile Joe
11-15-24 Friday 7:14 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - At home, in our "Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe
SETTLE IN....& REST
We are fortunate and blessed to have placed 28 Air Mobile Rescuer Water Purifiers in those hard hit regions.
For now, it's a matter of chores and the ever on-going projects around our Cabin.
Above all, THANK YOU JESUS for giving me the strength and ability to travel far and wide to bring folks in need, CLEAN WATER!!
THANK YOU JESUS, for giving me your REST!!!
Folks, I can really use the rest. As always, THANK YOU, for your precious prayer, love and support!!
Air Mobile Joe
11-14-24 Thursday 6:39 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - At home, in our "Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe
MORE HEART-BREAK IN HAITI....
The "Gangs" have done it again. More SELF-DESTRUCTION and SUFFERING IN HAITI!
WESH Channel 2 (NBC) in Orlando gave me a call and wanted my perspective on the recent AIRLINE SHOOTINGS in Haiti. Here's the story:
"JUST DEVASTATING" : BANNED FLIGHTS IN HAITI IMPACT VOLUNTEERING EFFORTS
The sad and tragic truth is the children and vulnerable and suffering Haitians will suffer even more.
WE PRAY FOR HAITI and all those who are impacted by these senseless and insane actions of the "GANGS"!
Meanwhile, back here at our beloved "Retreat Cabin", I'm enjoying some rest and peace and recharging.
But, ever, while here are the chores and wonderful critters and my precious time with my sweet Cindy.
And...as always, THANK YOU for your invaluable prayer, love and support!
Air Mobile Joe
11-13-24 Wednesday 6:29 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - At home, in our "Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe
MEANWHILE....BACK AT THE "CABIN".....
After our "Divine Rendezvous" somewhere on I-75, yesterday morning, Cindy and I hit the road for the final leg to our beloved and sweet "Retreat Cabin".
We marvel that my long flight (12+ hours) from Istanbul, Turkey and Cindy's long drive from Florida would coincide with our exact routing to meet and celebrate our 30th Anniversary.
Perhaps, we'll be able to spend a little time here before heading back out again...to the next disaster, or wherever our Lord would have to go.
Oh, BTW, on our way home, we stopped at Covenant College on Lookout Mountain, to give our Pastor's son, Luke Ginn, some gifts for his first year in this beautiful College.
Well, it's time to get on with our usual chores at this sweet refuge and retreat cabin.
As always, THANK YOU, for your precious prayer, love and support!!
Air Mobile Joe
11-12-24 Tuesday 7:51 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - Somewhere between Atlanta & our "Retreat Cabin" - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe
30 YEARS AGO TODAY & A RENDEZVOUS
My Cindy and I celebrate our 30th Anniversary today. So, here is how we Rendezvoused last night to celebrate.
I was flying into Atlanta from Istanbul. Cindy was driving from Florida (having attended a wedding) to our home in the Mountains.
By a stroke of perfect timing, she was only a few minutes from me on I-75 and realized that we could actually meet and stay in the same hotel.
Well, there you have it, a perfect timing Rendezvous, like two ships in the night meeting.
We're only a few hours from home and we may stop and do something special. We'll see what our Lord has in mind for us on this wonderful celebration.
As I say every day, and mean with all of my heart, THANK YOU for your precious prayer, love and support! And....THANK YOU JESUS for bringing my sweet Cindy into my life!!!
Air Mobile Joe
11-11-24 Monday 6:07 AM (Istanbul Turkey Time) - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe
THE LONG JOURNEY HOME....
Yesterday, I wrapped up our "Mission to Spain". We successfully deployed 5 Air Mobile Rescuers to the "REMAR S.O.S." Mission.
What a great organization. We were introduced to REMAR by another great mission, Operation Blessing (OB).
I began the LONG journey home yesterday. Flew from Valencia to Istanbul (4 hour flight). Have a long-lay over (15 hours) in Istanbul and then a 12+ hour flight back to Atlanta. Then...a 5+ hour drive to my beloved Retreat Cabin.
Not exactly like a hotel, because it does not offer a bed. So, many improvise by putting 2 chairs together, as did I. But it offers a nice buffet and good spot to write a blog....as I am doing right now.
So, I'll just hang out in this beautiful airport and await my afternoon flight back to Atlanta....and the long journey home.
Thank you, as always, for your precious prayer, love and support!!
Air Mobile Joe
PS - I'm so THANKFUL to be heading home, back to America...the GREATEST country in the world!!
Joe
11-10-24 Sunday 8:20 AM (Valencia Spain Time) - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe
INTO THE HEART OF THE VALENCIA DISASTER...
Yesterday, I met with Joshua of REMAR S.O.S. (a great Mission in Spain).
I was assigned GiGi an extremely knowledgeable Volunteer who would bring me to the "Heart of the Valencia Disaster".
There were police / military checkpoints all along the way. I placed an Air Mobile Rescuer in plain sight and GiGi would explain that we were bringing in Water Purifiers.
Along the way, we met with other Relief Agencies, such as World Central Kitchen, Red Cross and other Valencia Relief Agencies. We discussed the water situation and how we could help.
All along the route into this disaster, images stand out and show the depth and scope of this horrible disaster.
We worked our way back out of the "Heart of the Disaster" and arrived at the REMAR S.O.S. main warehouse.
Then came the moment of truth. I would take the first drink of water AFTER it passed through the "Rescuer". Others quickly joined in for a drink.
It has been a pure pleasure working with REMAR S.O.S.. What an amazing "Mission for Jesus"!!
With our Lord's Amazing Grace and the help of so many willing volunteers, and with your precious prayer, love and support, we are able to accomplish this mission!
After the long day, I headed back to my hotel and had a good nights sleep.
This evening, I'll board a flight from Valencia to Istanbul. Then after a rather long lay-over (15 hours), I'll board another long (12+ hour) flight to Atlanta and then....will drive 5+ hours to my precious "Retreat Cabin".
I want to THANK YOU again, for meandering down this road of life and service to our Lord Jesus, with your invaluable prayer, love and support!!!
Air Mobile Joe
11-09-24 Saturday 7:14 PM (Valencia Spain Time) - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe
FIRST VALENCIA AND NOW....CATALONIA!!
Just 9 days after the catastrophic flooding has hit Valencia killing hundreds and inflicting massive damage...a new wave of flash flooding is hitting the Catalonia region of Spain!
Here's more on this on-going CATASTROPHE!
SPAIN HIT BY FRESH FLASH FLOODING AFTER DEADLY STORMS!
MORE TO COME....STAND BY..
Air Mobile Joe
11-08-24 Friday 3:37 PM (Valencia Spain Time) - " Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe
JUST LANDED IN VALENCIA, SPAIN
Last night, found a comfortable spot in the beautiful Istanbul Airport and managed to catch a few winks.
Up early to catch a flight from Istanbul, Turkey to Valencia, Spain. All went well.
Good flight and all 5 Rescuers arrived. A beautiful sight to see them come on the luggage conveyor.
As you can see, it is quite clear what we have in those gray tubs.
A few minutes later Joshua, from REMAR SOS RESCUE rolled up. We loaded them up and drove straight to a nice small hotel.
WOW! It's been a long 2 days, not sleeping in a bed, but accomplishing this critical phase of the "Mission to Spain".
I'll be training several operators today and will look forward to that comfortable bed.
For now, it's get to work and train these new "Water Mules" how to take very dirty water and make it very clean.
As always, THANK YOU for your precious prayer, love and support!!
Air Mobile Joe
11-07-24 Thursday 7:51 PM (Turkey Time) - "FLEW ALL NIGHT" Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe
FLEW ALL NIGHT....ATLANTA TO ISTANBUL 10+ HOURS
Boarded a flight from Atlanta to Istanbul late last night. Flew 10+hours to Istanbul in a 777-300. Actually, slept pretty well. Had a smooth landing.
My next leg will be to Valencia, Spain tomorrow morning. Have 5 Air Mobile Rescuer Water Purifiers. Will be working with a ministry (REMAR), a close associate to Operation Blessing (OB).
PLEASE PRAY that we are directed by our Lord Jesus each step of the way.
BTW, this blog is posting a bit late due to the fact of flying all night.
I truly appreciate your precious prayer, love and support!!
Air Mobile Joe
11-06-24 Wednesday 7:19 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - "Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe
FINALLY....AMERICA HAS SPOKEN!
Early this morning, around 1:30 AM, President Donald J. Trump reached 277 Electoral Votes becoming the 47th President of the United States of America!
All I can say is....AMEN!!!
Here's more: "GOD SPARED MY LIFE FOR A REASON!" - TRUMP
Well, now that the Presidential Election is behind us (votes are still being tallied for the Senate and House) it's time for me to get to work.
Will be bringing 5 Air Mobile Rescuer Water Purifiers to that devastated region.
I am so pleased and blessed to say that I am completely free of pneumonia! THANKS for your PRAYER, LOVE AND SUPPORT!!
Air Mobile Joe
11-05-24 Tuesday 8:42 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - "Retreat Cabin" - In the Mountains of East TN - Report submitted by: Air Mobile Joe
VOTE - VOTE - VOTE!!
WE PRAY for a FAIR & HONEST ELECTION!!
Hopefully, we will have a new PRESIDENT by this evening. WE PRAY!!!
Air Mobile Joe