A trip and a growth…. with pictures of both
Well, Anna and I recently took a buzz down to Florida. Yes, I know we missed seeing some of you, but it was a very quick trip. We went to Hobe Sound to visit my Grandpa, who was not able to make it to the wedding. So we went down there so he could meet Anna. We had a very wonderful time, and Grandpa was really pleased to see us. So were the rest of our family members down there. We had a little cook out on Monday night and several cousins came over and it was like a mini-reunion. So without further ado, the pictures:
We went to the beach (Atlantic side) for a little while on Monday. Twas very nice. 
My Grandfather, Glenn Hoerner.
Ethan, Rick and Mary Ellen’s son and therefore my second cousin, loved the water. He wanted to get as close as possible….
…….without getting too close. He didn’t want the waves to knock him down.
And it was pretty cool, but I also saw an angel on the beach!!! I snapped this picture of her before I realized it was only Anna. 
(Ok, so sue me for being mushy. I’m allowed to be all gooey mush sometimes.) 
Us with the patriarch of my mothers family. It was a wonderful day!
And then of course, there is the growth I spoke of…….
This was about one week of growth. I just decided that I wanted to grow one. I wanted to see how Anna would like it, and I also just wanted to try. One reason or another had always prevented me from attempting a full beard before, though I have done the goatee thing before. But now I didn’t have any good reason not too.
These last pictures are about 2 1/2 weeks worth of growing. (With a bit of trimming.) So that is the latest. I have more to say, and more to blog, but that will have to wait for another time. I traded in my blogging time for family time. It was a good trade.
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Preacher Dad
Jarod has been a pastor, construction worker, restaurant manager, ministry administrator, children's story teller, author....in no particular order. At heart he is passionate about the Truth, and has been called to proclaim that Truth from an early age. He is committed to his wife and eight children, and seeks to have a lasting impact upon the future by discipling his family. He blogs at PreacherDad.com on parenting, preparing, and cultural impact.
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Looks like you all had a good time! Good to see you blogging more!
LOL – Jarod, is that your shower curtain in the background? My fiancee has the same one!!
I reeeaaaally enjoy reading your posts, because right now they are my only link to Anna. 
I don’t want to interfere with that “family time” for a while; I know Terry and I will feel the same way when we get married in a couple of months!
Jarod! I am so happy for you, getting yourself an angel like Anna!!
Glad you had a good time! Say that growth is looking pretty good – do not trim too much!
Sorry I missed your birthday – hope you had a good one – I have been really slipping on those for a while here. Blessings!
Jarod, those windows look pretty good. Must have been a great guy put that cracked glass stuff on it…..
your fuzzy side is coming along fine. Oh and the beard is too.
You look amish/mennonite…….
-L
Jarod Jarod!!! You could definitly afford to lose the beard… I’ll be blunt it looks stupid on you!!!
Hi Jarod! The important question about your facial hair is should be: What does Anna think/feel about rubbing her sweet, soft complexion face next to that prickly face of yours?!?! “Does the term cruel and unusual punishment mean anything to you?” JK! Does it detract from your bright, glowing countenance (remember the conversation Adrian had?). I need to stop and get to my real job! Love to you and Anna, Momma D
I think your new look is great! And yes, I caught the “mini” fever when I was in Georgia!! LOL.
Thanks so much for the encouragement in your comment, Jarod. Big hug for Anna!