So a couple of weeks ago I told you guys about my friend Jess's brother Michael who was in a motorcycle accident and in pretty serious need of prayer.  Well, I got some awesome news from Jess this weekend, and I thought you'd like to know.

So says Jess:

"Josh! Great news: Michael went home from the hospital on Saturday! He's exhausted, but the dr's said there's nothing more they can do and he's breathing on his own and eating enough to not need round-the-clock monitoring. God has done so far beyond all that we could think or ask... Thank you (and your friends) for prayers and encouragement!"

Like I said:  Awesome.

Hi everybody,

I just found out on facebook that the brother of a friend was in a motorcycle wreck this morning and is apparently in the hospital in pretty bad shape.  Would y'all please pray for him and his family? 

I'll say thanks now, because, awesome people that you are, I know you will. 

I've said before that my little corner of the world bares a striking resemblance to the Shire.  It's a position that I staunchly maintain.

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Just popping in to let everybody know I'm still alive, and have not, in fact, been swallowed up by the earth.  I'm spotted a little more frequently over on facebook, but not much more.

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For your consideration: Backyard festivities, traditional to the observation and celebration of Independence Day.

Good times were had by all.  (Even if it was raining. )

Happy 233rd Birthday, America. 


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