An Adventurous Bunch

By Jana M Castle

This book is about Jonathan and his family and their adventures (some are rib-tickling) that occurred during their four road trips.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Page Publishing, Inc.
• Release date: May 13, 2024
• ISBN: 9798891577855

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An Adventurous Bunch

Jana M Castle

Copyright © 2024 Jana M. Castle

All rights reserved

First Edition

PAGE PUBLISHING

Conneaut Lake, PA

First originally published by Page Publishing 2024

ISBN 979-8-89157-765-7 (pbk)

ISBN 979-8-89157-785-5 (digital)

Printed in the United States of America

Table of Contents

To my sons—Jonathan, Lewis III; friends—Holly, Elsie, and Jeff

And to my husband, Lewis

Author's Note

Acknowledgments

The Hill and Water

The Sand and Steps

The Spirit and Sandals

The Two Caves

About the Author

To my sons—Jonathan, Lewis III; friends—Holly, Elsie, and Jeff

And to my husband, Lewis

Author's Note

Hello, it's me Jonathan again. At the end of this book, I will be twelve, Holly will be eight, and Peanut (Lewis) will be four.

We all need to learn how to get along. Whether it's with family, neighbors, teachers, employers, or strangers.

After all, we are one huge family.

We should follow 1 Peter 3:8–16 (NIVLB). We should be harmonious and sympathetic (to feel what the other person is feeling), be loving to one another (we are all God's creation, unique, and the color of our blood is the same), be compassionate (have a tender heart toward each other), and be humble (be courteous and polite).

I know it is hard work. It will take practice, practice, and more practice every day, doing it repeatedly until it becomes second nature.

We must remember that God works through us, not to us.

I hope you will enjoy reading about our adventures. I enjoyed writing the book, and now I am sharing the book with you.

Remember, all blessings come from God.

Enjoy!

Acknowledgments

This book was accomplished with the help of my great friends, Joann and Cori. They helped with the proofreading and editing. Plus, the skillful hand of the illustrator PJ Day.

The Hill and Water

We had been getting ready for our family road trip today. I was so excited! Before we left, Dad needed to pray.

Dad said, "Please, dear Father, give us traveling mercy to and from the Valley of Volcanoes State Park. May we learn something today as we enjoy your creation and the time spent in your presence. Amen."

Once we got to the state park, the first thing we did was to stop at the Ranger Station to get a map of the park.

Dad looked at the map and said, "Our first stop will be the Hot Mud Pots. The trail is almost a mile, which should be easy."

We got into the truck, and before you knew it, Dad said, We're here.

As soon as we opened the door to the truck, you could hear a sound like boiling water where the bubbles popped, and it smelled like rotten eggs (Yuck!).

We walked through a flowering meadow before reaching the Pots. The meadow was a kaleidoscope of colors.

Mom, what are all these flowers called? asked Jonathan.

Mom replied, "The ones with pealike flowers of blue to lilac