To all of my friends, my family, and even enemies I have made on this year long trip...
Everyone wants to feel secure. We all want to know what is coming so we can make informed decisions. That is why I am writing this today.
I know that I have not kept up on it for some time, but now is the time to let everyone know what we are up against.
Before I get into all of the things we need to be doing, I will say this, please get a supply of food and water just in case.
Why do I say this? Because we all need to understand some important things that are coming upon the earth.
Am I saying, "the world is going to end"? No. I am saying that our way of life may be in danger. If I am right, after all I have been seeing, and reading about, and watching, then we need to make sure we get our lives correct.
What am I suggesting? Getting right with our creator. We need to be living right. We need to be giving of ourselves, and loving our neighbors/enemies/family/friends.
Please, get right with YAHVAH, our creator, and we all will be fine.
Stock up on food and water. This september 13th to the 28th are going to be difficult days. This much is clear. The writing is on the wall. We had better be prepared. But remember that it is NOT the end of the world, it is the end of our current way of life.
Please, keep a store of food and water. Get prepared for these times coming. You will be a blessing to all who will be suffering through these times.
Thank you, and may YAHVAH bless you in these days, and the days ahead.
:)
Tuesday, September 8, 2015
Friday, July 17, 2015
Carni for a day...
It's been a while, but an interesting thing took place... I joined the carnival. Yes, you read that correctly. After leaving Owensboro, I headed east. After a hard 5 miles walking, a lady stopped and asked me if I wanted a job. I said sure. We took off later and she told me that they had a few rides and she would like me to run one. I told her my mission, and she was very interested. After dropping my cart off at her house her brother took me to where they had the rides. I told her, and her brother that I had a community of followers that I took care of at least 3 to 4 days per week depending on wi fi. Saying that they understood it was important to keep in contact, with my people, we started. I got a room, and a job with the Mind Winder. I would be responsible for the ride and making sure the children were secure before riding. It all started out great. The first week was a little tough, but I did it. But I was not able to update my blog and that was because we were busy. I asked the owner if it were possible to get on wi fi, and she said yes through hers. So I finally got on the second week. But then things got harder. Getting into town was less frequent. The job was still easy, but getting online was tough. I started to feel that my mission was forgotten, and I was simply Cody the worker. I had a hard time getting my laptop to the ladies trailer to plug in, but tried a few times. Updating this blog takes about 45 minutes to an hour, so when her internet times out, I have to save and start later. All in all the experience has been good except where I felt my mission was drownded out by work and the inability to make it into town to converse with my community of followers. It is a serious mission, but not everyone sees it the same way...
Tuesday, June 30, 2015
A lot has happened...so here we go!
And so I went east out of Marion, and toward the town of Harrisburg when I got a little past Crab Orchard, a man on a motor bike stopped and walked over to me to ask me what I was doing. He saw that I was walking for a good cause, and I asked him if he had a big back yard where I could pitch my tent, He said yes, and when I made it to his town Eldorado, IL, his wife would even make dinner for me.
Since Eldorado was about 23 miles from that place, I told him not to expect me until the next day. So he drove off, and I continued on. After about 5 miles, I wanted to stop and rest, so I took Nixville road and was about to take my chair out to sit down when a van pulls up. The passenger asks me if I needed a ride, and I told him to Harrisburg would be great, and we loaded up the cart.
After about a mile, one of the guys, Kenny, asked me where I would like to be dropped off, and I told him at the McDonalds. He knew where it was, and proceeded. A few minutes later I was telling them what had happened on the road before they got there, and they decided to take me all the way to Eldorado, and even to the other mans place.
We arrived and it was great to know that the driver knew the man who invited me to his home for supper. I was grateful for the ride, and went into talking to the home owner. His name is Randy, and his wife is Georgia. They invited me to stay at their house, for as long as I needed, and I told them that it would not be for more than a few days.
The next day that I was there, I was invited to their neighbors house, and the lady who invited us was Mustang. She lived with her father, and for that day, to meet me, had her two boys over and we talked about my mission.
I had a blast with them and hope that I will one day get to meet with them all again. At the bottom, is a few pictures of Georgia, and I with my cart. I also took one of Randy, Georgia, Mustang, and her father, but it didnt come out all that great.
The next day, Randy took me all the way to Owensboro, Kentucky and after a big hug, he took off back to Eldorado, Illinois.
As I tried to navigate my way around Owensboro, I talked with a few pastors, and volunteered at the homeless shelter. Then yesterday, as I was in a McDonald's. I ran into a guy who wanted to know about my mission, and he invited me to his house to meet his family.
Aaron, Courtney, Kaylin, and Austin are family here in Maceo, KY. They are a very cool laid back family, and there is a picture of them below as well.
Thank you for all of what you did and for taking me into your home.
To Randy, Georgia, and Mustang, (and her two sons) I had a great time. To Randy: thank you for your wonderful person, and Georgia, for your awesome hospitality. I hope that I am able to see you again. :)
For Aaron, and Courtney, thank you for your kindness, and hospitality as well...
Friday, June 12, 2015
Wont make it to New York in time...
I have made it to Carbondale, Illinois. I noticed that no matter what path I take to New York, I will not be able to make it on time.
So, I am going to stop for a few days and wait on a word from the Almighty. I am not sure what he will want me to do, but whatever it is, I will do it for sure. This is going to be an interesting few days...
The trip from Anna to here was easy enough, and I made it in about 6 hours. Met a few neat people along the way. A few of those cicadas decided to attack me...lol
Friends...
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I may not be able to make it all the way before Sept. 11th, but I do know that YAHVAH has something for me wherever I am. I will be updating the blog with more info about what I will be doing if I can not make it to Ground Zero on time.
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Until I get to the next city...
So, I am going to stop for a few days and wait on a word from the Almighty. I am not sure what he will want me to do, but whatever it is, I will do it for sure. This is going to be an interesting few days...
The trip from Anna to here was easy enough, and I made it in about 6 hours. Met a few neat people along the way. A few of those cicadas decided to attack me...lol
Friends...
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I may not be able to make it all the way before Sept. 11th, but I do know that YAHVAH has something for me wherever I am. I will be updating the blog with more info about what I will be doing if I can not make it to Ground Zero on time.
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Until I get to the next city...
Thursday, June 4, 2015
Leaving Cape Girardeau, and Jackson, Missouri...
I will miss Cape Girardeau, and all that it is. I really believe that it is a first class city...except for the few places where I actually thought would be welcoming. :(
Not that I want to leave this place with the bad memories, rather the ones of the beauty. I still think that this town is like a little San Diego. Just wonderful, scenic and refreshing.
The river is wide, and I actually saw a tugboat. Those are pretty neat, but I didnt take a picture...there are a few that I did take and the are of the river.
It is a sad panoramic view, but I did my best. I really hope that they upload so you can see what I saw from the top of the hill.
As I said before, (maybe), that I was through here once before back when I was in my twenties. It was a great city then, but the new bridge was not built yet.
I hope you like the view. :)
P.S. I will miss this town, and
The head pastor at:
Grace United Methodist Church
521 Caruthers Ave.
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
And pastor Joe from:
Not that I want to leave this place with the bad memories, rather the ones of the beauty. I still think that this town is like a little San Diego. Just wonderful, scenic and refreshing.
The river is wide, and I actually saw a tugboat. Those are pretty neat, but I didnt take a picture...there are a few that I did take and the are of the river.
It is a sad panoramic view, but I did my best. I really hope that they upload so you can see what I saw from the top of the hill.
As I said before, (maybe), that I was through here once before back when I was in my twenties. It was a great city then, but the new bridge was not built yet.
I hope you like the view. :)
P.S. I will miss this town, and
The head pastor at:
Grace United Methodist Church
521 Caruthers Ave.
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
And pastor Joe from:
Emanuel United Church-Christ
Tuesday, June 2, 2015
The top 10 Questions...and Answers!
There have been many people who have asked me many things about being on my trip, and here are the top 10 questions, not in any order...
#10 ---> Question: When you are out on the road, where do you sleep?
Answer: I have a tent, a sleeping bag, and I pitch the tent wherever I can when the sun sets...
#9 ----> Question: How do you support yourself?
Answer: By donations and by working. I do not believe in getting handouts, and that is why I will always ask what there is to do to earn the money someone gave me, or for the food they are wanting to buy for me.
#8 ----> Question: Does anyone sponsor you?
Answer: No. I rely on working for everything I receive.
#7 ----> Question: Do you ever accept rides?
Answer: Yes. There was a pastor in Tatum, NM who asked me this question and I told him that I will only accept a ride to the next town. But the very next day, I accepted a 750 mile ride from Tatum to Conway, Arkansas. The reason was because I paid for the gas, and the person was going in that direction. (For the most part...lol)
#6 ----> Question: How do you do your laundry?
Answer: When I am in a town that has a laundromat, I wash my clothes.
#5 ----> Question: What was your worst/best experience(s)?
Answer: Worst experience was when I was walking in the freezing rain outside of Tatum, NM and there was nothing to get under to keep from getting wet.
Best experience was when I was walking in the freezing rain outside of Tatum, NM and the lady picked me up and drove a day and a half, all the while it was raining nonstop, to Conway, AR.
Best experience #2 was when I was about one mile from the major bridge outside Newport, AR and a lady stopped on the road and asked me if I had a baby in the cart I push. She gave me a ride all the way to Jonesboro, AR after I spent 2 nights in her travel trailer.
#4 ----> Question: Dont you get tired walking 17 to 20 miles every day?
Answer: Yes. But I dont mind doing it. I actually look forward to walking to another adventure...
#3 ----> Question: Wow! You are 40 years old?! (When I tell them how long I lived in Idaho, (37 years) and California, (2 years).
Answer: Yes. I will turn 40 in a few months.
#2 ----> Question: So you are like Forrest Gump?
Answer: No. He "felt like running", where I am doing this WALK to bring awareness to the churches and communities of believers. We need to come together and do more to get away from the government funded programs. We are not to be a part of this world.
#1 ----> Question: How many pairs of shoes have you gone through?
Answer: I am on my 4th pair total. I spent several months in El Paso, TX and went through a pair there, so five. But I do not count that pair because I was not walking the country then....
Those are the top ten questions I have been asked on this 8 month trekk. I am not supposing that the questions will change much, and I am going to more than likely add another pair of shoes, or two, to the list before it is all over.
Adieu!
:p
#10 ---> Question: When you are out on the road, where do you sleep?
Answer: I have a tent, a sleeping bag, and I pitch the tent wherever I can when the sun sets...
#9 ----> Question: How do you support yourself?
Answer: By donations and by working. I do not believe in getting handouts, and that is why I will always ask what there is to do to earn the money someone gave me, or for the food they are wanting to buy for me.
#8 ----> Question: Does anyone sponsor you?
Answer: No. I rely on working for everything I receive.
#7 ----> Question: Do you ever accept rides?
Answer: Yes. There was a pastor in Tatum, NM who asked me this question and I told him that I will only accept a ride to the next town. But the very next day, I accepted a 750 mile ride from Tatum to Conway, Arkansas. The reason was because I paid for the gas, and the person was going in that direction. (For the most part...lol)
#6 ----> Question: How do you do your laundry?
Answer: When I am in a town that has a laundromat, I wash my clothes.
#5 ----> Question: What was your worst/best experience(s)?
Answer: Worst experience was when I was walking in the freezing rain outside of Tatum, NM and there was nothing to get under to keep from getting wet.
Best experience was when I was walking in the freezing rain outside of Tatum, NM and the lady picked me up and drove a day and a half, all the while it was raining nonstop, to Conway, AR.
Best experience #2 was when I was about one mile from the major bridge outside Newport, AR and a lady stopped on the road and asked me if I had a baby in the cart I push. She gave me a ride all the way to Jonesboro, AR after I spent 2 nights in her travel trailer.
#4 ----> Question: Dont you get tired walking 17 to 20 miles every day?
Answer: Yes. But I dont mind doing it. I actually look forward to walking to another adventure...
#3 ----> Question: Wow! You are 40 years old?! (When I tell them how long I lived in Idaho, (37 years) and California, (2 years).
Answer: Yes. I will turn 40 in a few months.
#2 ----> Question: So you are like Forrest Gump?
Answer: No. He "felt like running", where I am doing this WALK to bring awareness to the churches and communities of believers. We need to come together and do more to get away from the government funded programs. We are not to be a part of this world.
#1 ----> Question: How many pairs of shoes have you gone through?
Answer: I am on my 4th pair total. I spent several months in El Paso, TX and went through a pair there, so five. But I do not count that pair because I was not walking the country then....
Those are the top ten questions I have been asked on this 8 month trekk. I am not supposing that the questions will change much, and I am going to more than likely add another pair of shoes, or two, to the list before it is all over.
Adieu!
:p
Friday, May 29, 2015
Harvey the good Samaratan...
When I first got to Cape Girardeau, I was not sure if I would be able to make any contacts. I found the Salvation Army Community Center after being here for 1 hour, took a shower and talked with the staff for a while. Heading out to find a McDonald's for Wi Fi, I came across a guy sitting on a bench.
After stopping and telling him about my mission, he asked me to sit down and chat with him.
I found out that he was a janitor at the church he sat in front of. I didnt know that it was a church, but after closer inspection, lol, I saw that is was.
Harvey, the man sitting on the bench, told me that he was happy to see me, and he was glad that I was doing what I was doing on the trip. I told him to please tell as many people as he could about my mission for Sept. 10th - 15th, and he quickly picked up the phone and called two people.
On of the guys I spoke to was Gary. We chatted for a little about what was going on...
Harvey told me about a church that was serving an evening meal. I left and went to that church. Arriving at 5:30 I met a host of wonderful people and was happy to know that they were having a meal according to the book of Acts.
Later Harvey told me that I was able to sleep behind his apartment window, but before I did, he would need to inform his downstairs neighbors. They apparently didnt mind, but unfortunately I was not able to stay there.
At the McDonald's that night I was asked by the police what I was doing, and I told them I was able to sleep behind an apartment complex, and they said no.
So I slept behind a church.
Harvey and Matt, the other pastor of the church, came up to me at the library and we talked for a while about my mission. It was a good talk. Matt told me that he was trying to get the pastors of the city to work together, but it was difficult. He also was happy to see someone out in the open doing what I was doing.
It was awesome meeting Harvey and Matt because I saw a few good people who strive to be all they can be in the church.
Tonight, I will be going to a music festival and there I will be able to see many people. I hope to run into a few pastors there, or church folk.
Just another 4 days here in Cape, and I think it is going well. Lets hope that I am able to keep up the steam to continue a few more days...
Adieu
After stopping and telling him about my mission, he asked me to sit down and chat with him.
I found out that he was a janitor at the church he sat in front of. I didnt know that it was a church, but after closer inspection, lol, I saw that is was.
Harvey, the man sitting on the bench, told me that he was happy to see me, and he was glad that I was doing what I was doing on the trip. I told him to please tell as many people as he could about my mission for Sept. 10th - 15th, and he quickly picked up the phone and called two people.
On of the guys I spoke to was Gary. We chatted for a little about what was going on...
Harvey told me about a church that was serving an evening meal. I left and went to that church. Arriving at 5:30 I met a host of wonderful people and was happy to know that they were having a meal according to the book of Acts.
Later Harvey told me that I was able to sleep behind his apartment window, but before I did, he would need to inform his downstairs neighbors. They apparently didnt mind, but unfortunately I was not able to stay there.
At the McDonald's that night I was asked by the police what I was doing, and I told them I was able to sleep behind an apartment complex, and they said no.
So I slept behind a church.
Harvey and Matt, the other pastor of the church, came up to me at the library and we talked for a while about my mission. It was a good talk. Matt told me that he was trying to get the pastors of the city to work together, but it was difficult. He also was happy to see someone out in the open doing what I was doing.
It was awesome meeting Harvey and Matt because I saw a few good people who strive to be all they can be in the church.
Tonight, I will be going to a music festival and there I will be able to see many people. I hope to run into a few pastors there, or church folk.
Just another 4 days here in Cape, and I think it is going well. Lets hope that I am able to keep up the steam to continue a few more days...
Adieu
Thursday, May 28, 2015
Still in Cape...
Being here in Cape, I feel a little home sick. San Diego is a wonderful place to live. I miss it. Cape reminds me of where I started.
I have made contact with several pastors, and got lost this morning. The right rear wheel is squeaking and I believe it is due to a needed new wheel.
I hope it gets me to my destination. If need be I will take some things out and lighten the load.
I will be here for 4 or 5 more days...
Until next time...
Adieu!
I have made contact with several pastors, and got lost this morning. The right rear wheel is squeaking and I believe it is due to a needed new wheel.
I hope it gets me to my destination. If need be I will take some things out and lighten the load.
I will be here for 4 or 5 more days...
Until next time...
Adieu!
Wednesday, May 27, 2015
Cape Girardeau.
I made it to Cape Girardeau. This city is a nice one next to the Mississippi River.
It has been a while since I have been here. Maybe up to 18 years.
Made my way out of Sikeston, then to Morley, then Benton, and Scott City.
I would like to stay here for the next 5 to 7 days depending on the need.
I will talk with many pastors and see where they are within the community. I am hoping that one of the pastors will allow me to speak to their congregation about what is happening in our country and around the world. Nearly everyone watches tv, so they know about the problems worldwide. But what about the need in their own back yard? Many miss that.
I have not been taking many pictures and that is because I have been busy walking and getting to places, I forget to take some.
But I will do so within the next days for sure...
Lets remember to pray for those who are persecuted worldwide for their faith, and pray for the country. We need to pray as Daniel prayed for his people and his country.
The prayer for the country and rededication will be from September 10th to the 15th. This will also be the time where we are going to rededicate ourselves as well.
I have a lot of work to do these next few days, so I will post again when I have another chance.
Take care, and be safe.
Adieu!
It has been a while since I have been here. Maybe up to 18 years.
Made my way out of Sikeston, then to Morley, then Benton, and Scott City.
I would like to stay here for the next 5 to 7 days depending on the need.
I will talk with many pastors and see where they are within the community. I am hoping that one of the pastors will allow me to speak to their congregation about what is happening in our country and around the world. Nearly everyone watches tv, so they know about the problems worldwide. But what about the need in their own back yard? Many miss that.
I have not been taking many pictures and that is because I have been busy walking and getting to places, I forget to take some.
But I will do so within the next days for sure...
Lets remember to pray for those who are persecuted worldwide for their faith, and pray for the country. We need to pray as Daniel prayed for his people and his country.
The prayer for the country and rededication will be from September 10th to the 15th. This will also be the time where we are going to rededicate ourselves as well.
I have a lot of work to do these next few days, so I will post again when I have another chance.
Take care, and be safe.
Adieu!
Saturday, May 23, 2015
The last leg of the trip...
After leaving Rector, and entering Piggott, AR, I ran into a pastor and he allowed me to stay at the church for the evening.
He knew that it was going to rain, so it was a great choice.
On my way to Campbell, I ran into a man who ran a pawn shop...
Tanks Pawn and Jewelry.
The guy told me a story that really touched me and one that I will always remember, because after he told me the story, he allowed me to pick a bracelet that would help me to remember.
So I wear it to this day, and I will always remember...
The guy drove me to Dexter, where I had a rough time.
The very first church I went to treated me like I was a leach, and pawned me off on another church.
The pastor there, Tim was a nice guy, but had his facts mixed up.
So I corrected him, (but I really do not think he cares for the truth I told him, he really cares about what he wants to believe is true...)
I left Dexter and made my way into Sikeston. I really tried to leave, but a guy pulled up as I was walking, and asked me if I wanted to work for a few hours. I told him yes, and I loaded tree branches all day.
It was a great day, and I love a little hard work.
The boss told me that the next town was too small and to stay in a motel for the next day, so I am back in Sikeston, in a motel...
Until next time...
Adieu!
:)
He knew that it was going to rain, so it was a great choice.
On my way to Campbell, I ran into a man who ran a pawn shop...
Tanks Pawn and Jewelry.
The guy told me a story that really touched me and one that I will always remember, because after he told me the story, he allowed me to pick a bracelet that would help me to remember.
So I wear it to this day, and I will always remember...
The guy drove me to Dexter, where I had a rough time.
The very first church I went to treated me like I was a leach, and pawned me off on another church.
The pastor there, Tim was a nice guy, but had his facts mixed up.
So I corrected him, (but I really do not think he cares for the truth I told him, he really cares about what he wants to believe is true...)
I left Dexter and made my way into Sikeston. I really tried to leave, but a guy pulled up as I was walking, and asked me if I wanted to work for a few hours. I told him yes, and I loaded tree branches all day.
It was a great day, and I love a little hard work.
The boss told me that the next town was too small and to stay in a motel for the next day, so I am back in Sikeston, in a motel...
Until next time...
Adieu!
:)
Sunday, May 17, 2015
Paragould and Rector.
I am finally able to finish this post after several days...
After entering Paragould, I made my way to McDaniel Rd. and found that there were no sidewalks.
A little before this, I was at a gas station, and sitting for about 15 minutes, I looked to my west, and saw a church steeple.
I thought that making it to the church was a good idea, and went on my way.
Even though I would stop at the church, I had a plan for after that would take me into town. I needed a McDonalds to update my blog.
So I turned left down McDaniel Rd. and made my way to the church.
I didnt know what to expect, seeing that I had just pushed my cart up to the front door unannounced. After trying the door, a man came out and talked to me for a few minutes.
I told him what I was doing there, and he let me inside so I could charge my phone and talk to him about my mission.
His is the head pastor at Grace Baptist Church, Gerald James.
After we talked for a while, I noticed something different about this man, that I didnt see in many pastors...compassion. It has been missing in so many towns I have visited.
He had a bible study and I got to meet some of the members.
Later he asked me if I would like to stay in the church for the night, and I told him that would be great. After, I was able to meet with his wife and two daughters, and a little boy named DeMarcus.
It was awesome to see how smart that boy was, and he gave the prayer over the meal.
DeMarcus came from a broken home, so the pastors family was happy to take him in...
The next day he took me to get my beard trimmed and also helped me with a pair of shoes.
I was allowed to go to his home and see the chickens he kept. Growing up, my mother had many small animals.
Later as we had more money, we were able to have the small ranch mom always wanted.
We had supper at his house, and I asked to take a picture of them for this blog, and to keep and remember the pastor who made my two days in Paragould a time to remember.
Of all the churches that I believe God has blessed, it is Grace Baptist Church in Paragould. Thank you James family for your kindness and hospitality. You will always have a place in my heart...
After entering Paragould, I made my way to McDaniel Rd. and found that there were no sidewalks.
A little before this, I was at a gas station, and sitting for about 15 minutes, I looked to my west, and saw a church steeple.
I thought that making it to the church was a good idea, and went on my way.
Even though I would stop at the church, I had a plan for after that would take me into town. I needed a McDonalds to update my blog.
So I turned left down McDaniel Rd. and made my way to the church.
I didnt know what to expect, seeing that I had just pushed my cart up to the front door unannounced. After trying the door, a man came out and talked to me for a few minutes.
I told him what I was doing there, and he let me inside so I could charge my phone and talk to him about my mission.
His is the head pastor at Grace Baptist Church, Gerald James.
After we talked for a while, I noticed something different about this man, that I didnt see in many pastors...compassion. It has been missing in so many towns I have visited.
He had a bible study and I got to meet some of the members.
Later he asked me if I would like to stay in the church for the night, and I told him that would be great. After, I was able to meet with his wife and two daughters, and a little boy named DeMarcus.
It was awesome to see how smart that boy was, and he gave the prayer over the meal.
DeMarcus came from a broken home, so the pastors family was happy to take him in...
The next day he took me to get my beard trimmed and also helped me with a pair of shoes.
I was allowed to go to his home and see the chickens he kept. Growing up, my mother had many small animals.
Later as we had more money, we were able to have the small ranch mom always wanted.
We had supper at his house, and I asked to take a picture of them for this blog, and to keep and remember the pastor who made my two days in Paragould a time to remember.
Of all the churches that I believe God has blessed, it is Grace Baptist Church in Paragould. Thank you James family for your kindness and hospitality. You will always have a place in my heart...
Tuesday, May 12, 2015
Out to the next city, Paragould
In the last post, I stated that I was going to Blytheville, but instead I will be going to Paragould, AR. The reason is that I need to continue to head north due to the heat of the day.
The storms that hit this area were very powerful and I see why there have been many tornados here. At least I didnt see any. Not saying that there were none close by...
At any rate, Paragould is the next city, and then I am heading further north until I get close to St. Louis, MO.
Still have to keep my spirits up, and I ask that you all keep me in your prayers because I really do need it. Now I have a cold and need to rest, so that is what I am doing here in this Subway.
Until I make it to Paragould...
Adieu!
:)
The storms that hit this area were very powerful and I see why there have been many tornados here. At least I didnt see any. Not saying that there were none close by...
At any rate, Paragould is the next city, and then I am heading further north until I get close to St. Louis, MO.
Still have to keep my spirits up, and I ask that you all keep me in your prayers because I really do need it. Now I have a cold and need to rest, so that is what I am doing here in this Subway.
Until I make it to Paragould...
Adieu!
:)
Sunday, May 10, 2015
Tawyanna and Zach...
This is a special post, and in it I would like to thank a special lady and her son for their kindness, and hospitality...
After being in Bradford, AR for all of 9 hours, I found a place I thought would keep me well for the night.
But at 1 in the morning, a police officer asked me to leave. I told him about my mission, and all he had to say was, "Im giving you a chance to get your thinhs together and leave town." I thought, leave town, seriously?
And he gave me another option and that was to go to jail. Now, I am no fool to when it comes to the law, and he was not able to kick me out if the city, but the recent altercations with police and civilians got me to just calmly pack my things up and go.
That was at 1 am. By 2:30 I found a place to stop and rest until the sun came up. That was about 6:30. By 6:45 I was walking and feeling very tired and rejected. My foot and knee was hurting and by 11:30 I was ready to quit until evening.
Just as I was crossing a bridge a little ways from the main bridge crossing the White River into Newport, a lady stopped and asked me if there was a child in my cart that I push. I told her no, and she asked me if I needed a ride, and I told her that I would need one for sure across the main bridge.
She turned the truck around and we placed the cart in the back of her truck.
She took me over the bridge and to the McDonalds in town. After talking for a few minutes, we said our goodbyes and I went inside.
Normally I give a slip of paper to people I talk to that has my travel info. on it and let them know about my ministry/counseling number.
A little while later, she called me and asked me if I would join her and her son for supper. I accepted and then she asked if I would like to stay for the night to rest up before the next leg of the journey, and again I accepted.
Talking with her and her son was a very wonderful experience, and one that I will not forget.
I spent two nights in their travel trailer and enjoyed the conversation and the home cooked meals.
To Tawyanna and her son Zach...
Thank you.
^_^
Saturday, May 9, 2015
Jonesboro, AR. :)
In Jonesboro, AR and I see this town as I saw Conway.
Big, and the people less friendly. It is to be expected though seeing that a larger population makes for more uptight people. More crime, and less compassion.
The church where I was staying allowed me to charge my phone...
A special thanks to the groundskeeper. You were awesome. Also the guy I chatted with this afternoon.
After church tomorrow I will be heading east and then once in Blytheville, AR. will head north again.
Take care everyone!
:)
Big, and the people less friendly. It is to be expected though seeing that a larger population makes for more uptight people. More crime, and less compassion.
The church where I was staying allowed me to charge my phone...
A special thanks to the groundskeeper. You were awesome. Also the guy I chatted with this afternoon.
After church tomorrow I will be heading east and then once in Blytheville, AR. will head north again.
Take care everyone!
:)
Tuesday, May 5, 2015
Calling it a night.
It was a long day that started easy enough...
First, I had to pack up my things and put them back into the cart and then take off down highway 367 to where I am now...Bradford, AR.
Next, I walked the 10 miles to get here which was not an easy task. The first 5 miles was ok, and then my foot started hurting, so I walked slower the remaining 5 miles.
Making it here, I decided to find a place to charge my phone and get online. The library was open until 6 so I took that time to relax.
Then, after all this, I found a nice place to sit in my sports chair and work on this blog.
The sun has set, but I do not really feel like moving. So I wont. lol
Anyway...tomorrow I will be walking further north to Newport. The ladies at the library told me that it was about 17 miles. After checking the miles online, I have seen that it is about 18. But that is to downtown, and I will be going there and then through the city after to get north. Jonesboro.
That is where I will be staying for two days.
Ok, so that is the update, I hope everyone has a great day tomorrow, and stay safe.
First, I had to pack up my things and put them back into the cart and then take off down highway 367 to where I am now...Bradford, AR.
Next, I walked the 10 miles to get here which was not an easy task. The first 5 miles was ok, and then my foot started hurting, so I walked slower the remaining 5 miles.
Making it here, I decided to find a place to charge my phone and get online. The library was open until 6 so I took that time to relax.
Then, after all this, I found a nice place to sit in my sports chair and work on this blog.
The sun has set, but I do not really feel like moving. So I wont. lol
Anyway...tomorrow I will be walking further north to Newport. The ladies at the library told me that it was about 17 miles. After checking the miles online, I have seen that it is about 18. But that is to downtown, and I will be going there and then through the city after to get north. Jonesboro.
That is where I will be staying for two days.
Ok, so that is the update, I hope everyone has a great day tomorrow, and stay safe.
Monday, May 4, 2015
The route I would LIKE to take...
I need to make it there in the next two days to keep up with the schedule. That has changed several times, but will be set soon enough.
Above, is the path I would LIKE to take...
Things change all the time, and like last time, I am going to go through Jonesboro, whereas in this photo, I am going east of the same town.
Tell me what you think, and where you think would be best to beat the heat of the south, and also make it to NY by the first week of September.
Have a great time, and always, take care.
Adieu!
Saturday, May 2, 2015
No more rides, time to walk...
I have decided that I will continue to New York, and not accept any more rides...It defeats the purpose and I only have 1, 200 miles remaining and I really do want to make it there on foot. (The only exception will be getting across the Mississippi...there are no pedestrian bridges and I will need to ask someone to get me across.)
Other than that...not much has been happening.
I did meet a wonderful woman at the Exxon gas station tonight.
She allowed me to sit and type this blog in the rest area of the store.
I walked from Beebe, AR to Searcy, AR. The walk was fine. The people were friendly enough, and getting into the town was pretty easy.
Tomorrow I will be taking Highway 67 north to Jonesboro, and then start going north to Missouri. I need to cut east after getting across the Mississippi, and head to Virginia Beach, and see a pastor there.
I am excited as always to keep moving, and need to do so soon. (I think I have wore out my welcome at this gas station...lol)
Until next time in Bald Knob, AR
Adieu!
Other than that...not much has been happening.
I did meet a wonderful woman at the Exxon gas station tonight.
She allowed me to sit and type this blog in the rest area of the store.
I walked from Beebe, AR to Searcy, AR. The walk was fine. The people were friendly enough, and getting into the town was pretty easy.
Tomorrow I will be taking Highway 67 north to Jonesboro, and then start going north to Missouri. I need to cut east after getting across the Mississippi, and head to Virginia Beach, and see a pastor there.
I am excited as always to keep moving, and need to do so soon. (I think I have wore out my welcome at this gas station...lol)
Until next time in Bald Knob, AR
Adieu!
Friday, May 1, 2015
Beebe, Arkansas.
I got a ride from Vilonia, AR to Beebe, AR.
Since I am heading northeast, I will be taking highway 67 to Jonesboro, AR.
Before I get into that, I would like to thank both pastors for the ride from Vilonia to Beebe. It was great to share stories.
Well, the night has come and time for me to get to sleep.
Take care everyone, and I will write again as soon as I make it to Searsy, AR.
Adieu!
Since I am heading northeast, I will be taking highway 67 to Jonesboro, AR.
Before I get into that, I would like to thank both pastors for the ride from Vilonia to Beebe. It was great to share stories.
Well, the night has come and time for me to get to sleep.
Take care everyone, and I will write again as soon as I make it to Searsy, AR.
Adieu!
Wednesday, April 29, 2015
The 750 mile ride...
At 11 in the morning, yesterday, I was just 5 miles from the New Mexico/Texas border... And then after walking through the rain I was picked up and the lady brought me all the way to Conway, AK. 750 miles...
I am grateful for her and the long car ride.
She went back to Ft. Worth, and so I gave her some advice...
People are very helpful, and some are awesome.
So, in 15 minutes I will be heading out east.
Take care, and enjoy some pictures...
I am grateful for her and the long car ride.
She went back to Ft. Worth, and so I gave her some advice...
People are very helpful, and some are awesome.
So, in 15 minutes I will be heading out east.
Take care, and enjoy some pictures...
Monday, April 27, 2015
Tatum, the wonderful community...
Greetings to all of my friends and family out there... :)
Today I will be heading out at 9 am from Tatum, and heading east to the New Mexico/Texas border, and then on to Plains, TX which is about 30 miles.
Since my laptop will only upload pictures from an old phone, I guess I will be using that instead of the new one I have. So that is the reason there are no pictures as of late.
Here I have made some wonderful friends and have enjoyed the time. The pastor at the local church allowed me to stay inside for the past two days, (this church is nice, and the people here are very friendly) and it has been a great time.
Yesterday, 5 adults and four children went door to door in town to hand out flyers for the upcoming revival they are going to be having here. The children did most of the handing out, as the adults supervised.
There was a pizza dinner after that, and later the pastor asked me to give my testimony.
I stood for a few minutes talking about my experiences and how I came to want to walk across the US. That was my first ever public talk. Surprisingly, I was not very nervous...
Well, I would like to thank the people here in Tatum for their kindness and understanding. You all have been a great blessing to me and I hope that in my travels I will see you all again!
I'm off to Plains, Texas.
:D
Today I will be heading out at 9 am from Tatum, and heading east to the New Mexico/Texas border, and then on to Plains, TX which is about 30 miles.
Since my laptop will only upload pictures from an old phone, I guess I will be using that instead of the new one I have. So that is the reason there are no pictures as of late.
Here I have made some wonderful friends and have enjoyed the time. The pastor at the local church allowed me to stay inside for the past two days, (this church is nice, and the people here are very friendly) and it has been a great time.
Yesterday, 5 adults and four children went door to door in town to hand out flyers for the upcoming revival they are going to be having here. The children did most of the handing out, as the adults supervised.
There was a pizza dinner after that, and later the pastor asked me to give my testimony.
I stood for a few minutes talking about my experiences and how I came to want to walk across the US. That was my first ever public talk. Surprisingly, I was not very nervous...
Well, I would like to thank the people here in Tatum for their kindness and understanding. You all have been a great blessing to me and I hope that in my travels I will see you all again!
I'm off to Plains, Texas.
:D
Friday, April 24, 2015
Tatum, New Mexico...finally! lol
Here I am now in Tatum, NM.
How have you all been?
I hope doing well. :)
Now, 3 days from Roswell, and a lot less hair...
So my hair was 7 inches long, and just long enough to get it cut. The guy who cut it, Joaquin, was awesome!
He put it in a tail, used his trimmers, and a few minutes later... GONE! Donated to Locks of Love. :)
Finally, after a year of growing it out, it is short again. I am happy to donate it and seeing that it was a promise to my father in Heaven, I am happy to honor it.
The trip so far has been great, a little less stressful and a lot more rewarding.
The next stop is going to be the state line...Texas and New Mexico.
Then on to Plains Texas. I think that I will be there for about 2 days or so, depending on what is there.
Until then,
Y'all take care now ya hear! (Getting into my Texas spirit...lol)
Until next stop!
:D
How have you all been?
I hope doing well. :)
Now, 3 days from Roswell, and a lot less hair...
So my hair was 7 inches long, and just long enough to get it cut. The guy who cut it, Joaquin, was awesome!
He put it in a tail, used his trimmers, and a few minutes later... GONE! Donated to Locks of Love. :)
Finally, after a year of growing it out, it is short again. I am happy to donate it and seeing that it was a promise to my father in Heaven, I am happy to honor it.
The trip so far has been great, a little less stressful and a lot more rewarding.
The next stop is going to be the state line...Texas and New Mexico.
Then on to Plains Texas. I think that I will be there for about 2 days or so, depending on what is there.
Until then,
Y'all take care now ya hear! (Getting into my Texas spirit...lol)
Until next stop!
:D
Sunday, April 19, 2015
Getting out of the mountains...
Welcome to Roswell...
Lets begin where I said I would...
As I was walking Highway 70 from Ruidoso, New Mexico, to Roswell, I happened upon a group of people riding horses.
As I got closer, I saw two four wheelers, and three riders.
I watched as the horses crossed the highway and Whoomp! one of the horses lost its footing and down it went!
But all was well and both rider and horse were ok. Walking up, a lady on one of the four wheelers asked me if I was hungry. I said I was and she invited me up the hill to enjoy a hotdog.
Once I got to the top...
I saw horses and trucks and horse trailers and a whole host of folks enjoying themselves.
Getting nervous, I followed the other two ladies on the second four wheeler, and made our way to the house.
The view was wonderful, and the folks were just as great. I walked up the stairs to the deck, and heard dance music.
At the top of the deck I met the owner of the house, and she invited me to get some hot dogs, and salad.
It was a great trail ride party, and one they have every year.
I made my way around and met some of the people. Just a happy group and I was equally as happy to join them.
The party lasted through the night, and I watched others as they danced and I danced one time, forgetting that I was not a dancer and my moves were rusty...
But all in all I had a ton of fun.
They allowed me to spend the night and in the morning I got a ride to Roswell, New Mexico.
That was a wonderful experience, and I really hope that on my travels, I will be able to meet up with that wonderful family again!
The only pic that I have is of my friends new baby girl...
Here is Mia Volkmann, (off to the right) just a few days old when the picture was taken...
Lets begin where I said I would...
As I was walking Highway 70 from Ruidoso, New Mexico, to Roswell, I happened upon a group of people riding horses.
As I got closer, I saw two four wheelers, and three riders.
I watched as the horses crossed the highway and Whoomp! one of the horses lost its footing and down it went!
But all was well and both rider and horse were ok. Walking up, a lady on one of the four wheelers asked me if I was hungry. I said I was and she invited me up the hill to enjoy a hotdog.Once I got to the top...
I saw horses and trucks and horse trailers and a whole host of folks enjoying themselves.
Getting nervous, I followed the other two ladies on the second four wheeler, and made our way to the house.
The view was wonderful, and the folks were just as great. I walked up the stairs to the deck, and heard dance music.
At the top of the deck I met the owner of the house, and she invited me to get some hot dogs, and salad.
It was a great trail ride party, and one they have every year.
I made my way around and met some of the people. Just a happy group and I was equally as happy to join them.
The party lasted through the night, and I watched others as they danced and I danced one time, forgetting that I was not a dancer and my moves were rusty...
But all in all I had a ton of fun.
They allowed me to spend the night and in the morning I got a ride to Roswell, New Mexico.
That was a wonderful experience, and I really hope that on my travels, I will be able to meet up with that wonderful family again!
The only pic that I have is of my friends new baby girl...
Here is Mia Volkmann, (off to the right) just a few days old when the picture was taken...
Thursday, April 16, 2015
Going back on the road!
An update to the trip across America for change...
I left El Paso, Texas, and traveled by foot to Alamogordo, New Mexico. About 25 miles into New Mexico, a nice woman gave me a ride the rest of the way...
Stayed a few nights with my friend Laura, and then was on my way to Tularosa, NM.
My next part of the trip was today and I made it to Mescalero, Native American Reservation.
It was about 17 miles and took me from 8:30 am to 2:00 pm.
Starting at 9 am tomorrow, I will be on my way to Ruidoso, NM. I will update the blog tomorrow when I get to the McDonald's there.
I am going to upload some pics in the next blog.
Hope that you all have a great time and remember to always keep in touch.
Adieu!
:)
I left El Paso, Texas, and traveled by foot to Alamogordo, New Mexico. About 25 miles into New Mexico, a nice woman gave me a ride the rest of the way...
Stayed a few nights with my friend Laura, and then was on my way to Tularosa, NM.
My next part of the trip was today and I made it to Mescalero, Native American Reservation.
It was about 17 miles and took me from 8:30 am to 2:00 pm.
Starting at 9 am tomorrow, I will be on my way to Ruidoso, NM. I will update the blog tomorrow when I get to the McDonald's there.
I am going to upload some pics in the next blog.
Hope that you all have a great time and remember to always keep in touch.
Adieu!
:)
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