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Tree engulfing bridge rail
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During our walk along a trail in our neighborhood, I was surprised to find a tree growing around the top railing of the bridge. Yes, around it! I couldn't stop thinking about this. I discovered that this happens more than we think!

This phenomenon is called edaphoecotropism. "It’s the propensity of living tissue to engulf foreign objects, ...

Major Ann Jones
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I pray that this newsletter finds you well. The weather has been quite intense for us Californians these past few days. And today, we were expecting the worst of it all. Yet, as I write this, I'm looking out my office windows to see that the skies have parted and the bright blue skies are visible. It's glorious!

My momma's/officer's heart ...

Major Ann
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In my message last month, I mentioned, "I am never going to lose these 20 pounds!" I was accepting the fact that I couldn't change - and deep down maybe I didn't want to change - because it would take work. So, I openly declared in my message this past Sunday that I have joined a gym - a health club/fitness center. I have never done this ...

Major Ann's heart stamp
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Well, it has been a very interesting week. There's always something going on - even on the "quiet days" - but it is all a part of life with an extended church family. There have been some "highs" and "lows" ... and that's okay ... when we have each other for support.

I know that there have been some major health ...

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I was trying to think of what interesting story I could share with you this week from the Jones Family household. Well, I've got it!

This week, Kaylynn started a campaign to help Gwyn and me clean out our closet and chests of drawers. This was NOT an easy task. There were clothes in there that we meant to clear out when we were moved here, ...

Major AnnMarguerite Jones
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Reflecting over the week, I noticed a constant theme.

This week's theme has been connections. Relationships - old and new.

Monday - Reconnected with staff. Caught up on vacation fun and family news. Tuesday - Attended Bible Study Fellowship and shared reflections on scripture with my small group. Met up with Christmas volunteers for ...