Today is Jonathon's first day on active duty in the United States Air Force. He processed here in Oklahoma City this morning, then was placed on a flight bound for San Antonio, Texas for six weeks of basic training at Lackland AFB. He will graduate November 16, 2007. His Mom and I plan to be on hand for the event. We sure miss having him around. May the Lord bless and keep him in the hollow of His hand. Jonathon, always know your Mom and Dad love you and are very proud of you. Thank the Lord that He gave you to us as our son.
Our middle son Jonathon celebrated his 23rd birthday on June 26, 2007. It doesn't seem that many years since he was born. I was in the delivery room with Rebecca the night he was born. Boy did he let out a scream when he entered this world. I remember it as if it was yesterday. He probably was heard all over the hospital. Today he is a handsome young man who is ready to strike out on his own, as young men want to do when they grow up. I chose the verse above, because on October 2, 2007, he will strike out on his own when he reports for duty in the United States Air Force. As I look back to the time when I left home to serve in the U.S. Army, I realize he will grow in ways that he can't imagine now. He is leaving home as a young boy to us, but he will come home a man yet still our son, grown up in so many ways. We are proud of you son! I look forward to the years ahead for him, because I know he is in the Lord's hands, and He will guide him down the path He has chosen for him. May the Lord be praised my son by all that comes about in your life, and may many people benefit by your presence in their lives. Live for Jesus my son, because our Country needs God fearing men and women in uniform, and you will meet many people who need the Light of Jesus in their lives. Thank you Father in Heaven for our son Jonathon...in Jesus name. Amen.
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