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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode, Earl and Pearl Traveler discover what happens when Patt shows up with the famous words, “I’ve got a little project.” What follows is a whirlwind of hedge trimming, flowerbeds, devotionals, sore muscles, Hand and Foot competition, and one very exhausted Earl Traveler trying to survive what may be the most productive day in Camp Bee history. So grab a cup of coffee, settle into your favorite camp chair, and join us for The Tiny Tornado of Camp Bee. And remem...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>In today’s episode, Earl and Pearl Traveler discover what happens when Patt shows up with the famous words, “I’ve got a little project.”</p><p>What follows is a whirlwind of hedge trimming, flowerbeds, devotionals, sore muscles, Hand and Foot competition, and one very exhausted Earl Traveler trying to survive what may be the most productive day in Camp Bee history.</p><p>So grab a cup of coffee, settle into your favorite camp chair, and join us for The Tiny Tornado of Camp Bee.</p><p>And remember, wherever the road leads, we glorify God as together we Travel With A Purpose.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>In today’s episode, Earl and Pearl Traveler discover what happens when Patt shows up with the famous words, “I’ve got a little project.”</p><p>What follows is a whirlwind of hedge trimming, flowerbeds, devotionals, sore muscles, Hand and Foot competition, and one very exhausted Earl Traveler trying to survive what may be the most productive day in Camp Bee history.</p><p>So grab a cup of coffee, settle into your favorite camp chair, and join us for The Tiny Tornado of Camp Bee.</p><p>And remember, wherever the road leads, we glorify God as together we Travel With A Purpose.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail Today we join Earl and Pearl Traveler as they embark on their very first Sojourn. Excitement is running high as they arrive to help prepare for Vacation Bible School at the Friendly Church of Christ. For Earl, the week brings an extra honor as he serves as a first-time Co-Team Leader alongside Team Leader Larry Little. Along the way there are paint projects, repairs, decorations, new friendships, a missing screwdriver that wasn't really missing, and plenty of opportunities to...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Today we join Earl and Pearl Traveler as they embark on their very first Sojourn. Excitement is running high as they arrive to help prepare for Vacation Bible School at the Friendly Church of Christ. For Earl, the week brings an extra honor as he serves as a first-time Co-Team Leader alongside Team Leader Larry Little. Along the way there are paint projects, repairs, decorations, new friendships, a missing screwdriver that wasn&apos;t really missing, and plenty of opportunities to serve.</p><p>Yet as often happens on a Sojourn, the most important work has very little to do with tools, paintbrushes, or classroom decorations. It begins with a simple conversation, grows through kindness and encouragement, and leaves a lasting impact on a young boy named Buddy, a searching family, and everyone who witnesses the power of caring for others.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Today we join Earl and Pearl Traveler as they embark on their very first Sojourn. Excitement is running high as they arrive to help prepare for Vacation Bible School at the Friendly Church of Christ. For Earl, the week brings an extra honor as he serves as a first-time Co-Team Leader alongside Team Leader Larry Little. Along the way there are paint projects, repairs, decorations, new friendships, a missing screwdriver that wasn&apos;t really missing, and plenty of opportunities to serve.</p><p>Yet as often happens on a Sojourn, the most important work has very little to do with tools, paintbrushes, or classroom decorations. It begins with a simple conversation, grows through kindness and encouragement, and leaves a lasting impact on a young boy named Buddy, a searching family, and everyone who witnesses the power of caring for others.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail Well, Earl is up to it again.  Only this time, with good intentions, as usual, it turns out to be a lot of bubble trouble as he decides to suprise Pearl by doing the laundry. Support the show If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on Buy Me a Coffee. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with mone...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Well, Earl is up to it again.  Only this time, with good intentions, as usual, it turns out to be a lot of bubble trouble as he decides to suprise Pearl by doing the laundry.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Well, Earl is up to it again.  Only this time, with good intentions, as usual, it turns out to be a lot of bubble trouble as he decides to suprise Pearl by doing the laundry.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail In this episode we’re taking a lighthearted ride through one of life’s most relatable adventures... forgetting the little things. Whether you’ve ever driven off with the power cord still plugged in, left the antenna up, or discovered somthing else you forgot, you’re in good company.   Earl and Pearl are back, and this time, their first official Sojourn rollout from Camp Bee becomes a rolling reminder that sometimes the smallest oversights can create the biggest memo...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>In this episode we’re taking a lighthearted ride through one of life’s most relatable adventures... forgetting the little things.</p><p>Whether you’ve ever driven off with the power cord still plugged in, left the antenna up, or discovered somthing else you forgot, you’re in good company.   Earl and Pearl are back, and this time, their first official Sojourn rollout from Camp Bee becomes a rolling reminder that sometimes the smallest oversights can create the biggest memories.</p><p>But beyond the laughs, today’s story also points us toward something deeper. In our walk with Christ, it’s often not the giant failures that trip us up first. More often, it’s the little neglected things... a skipped prayer, an unopened Bible, an unkind word, or a blessing left unnoticed.</p><p>So buckle up, double check the checklist, and join us as we laugh, learn, and remember why both on the road and in faith, the little things matter more than we often realize.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>In this episode we’re taking a lighthearted ride through one of life’s most relatable adventures... forgetting the little things.</p><p>Whether you’ve ever driven off with the power cord still plugged in, left the antenna up, or discovered somthing else you forgot, you’re in good company.   Earl and Pearl are back, and this time, their first official Sojourn rollout from Camp Bee becomes a rolling reminder that sometimes the smallest oversights can create the biggest memories.</p><p>But beyond the laughs, today’s story also points us toward something deeper. In our walk with Christ, it’s often not the giant failures that trip us up first. More often, it’s the little neglected things... a skipped prayer, an unopened Bible, an unkind word, or a blessing left unnoticed.</p><p>So buckle up, double check the checklist, and join us as we laugh, learn, and remember why both on the road and in faith, the little things matter more than we often realize.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail Join us as we meet Green Dots Earl and Pearl Traveler, along with their trusty companions, Miles the poodle and Miss Gypsy the orange tabby, as they experience one of the great rites of passage for every Sojourner: arriving at camp, finding your spot, and discovering that parking a big rig under pressure may require prayer, patience, and preferably Pearl giving directions. This is the unforgettable tale of enthusiasm, confusion, community laughter, and one poor Area A sign th...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Join us as we meet Green Dots Earl and Pearl Traveler, along with their trusty companions, Miles the poodle and Miss Gypsy the orange tabby, as they experience one of the great rites of passage for every Sojourner: arriving at camp, finding your spot, and discovering that parking a big rig under pressure may require prayer, patience, and preferably Pearl giving directions.</p><p>This is the unforgettable tale of enthusiasm, confusion, community laughter, and one poor Area A sign that never saw it coming.</p><p>So grab your favorite road snack, settle into your camp chair, and get ready to laugh, because sometimes the road to belonging begins with a wrong turn and a very memorable CRRRRRUNCH.</p><p>Welcome to Earl Traveler and the Great Area A Sign Flattening at Camp Bee. Let’s hit the road.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Join us as we meet Green Dots Earl and Pearl Traveler, along with their trusty companions, Miles the poodle and Miss Gypsy the orange tabby, as they experience one of the great rites of passage for every Sojourner: arriving at camp, finding your spot, and discovering that parking a big rig under pressure may require prayer, patience, and preferably Pearl giving directions.</p><p>This is the unforgettable tale of enthusiasm, confusion, community laughter, and one poor Area A sign that never saw it coming.</p><p>So grab your favorite road snack, settle into your camp chair, and get ready to laugh, because sometimes the road to belonging begins with a wrong turn and a very memorable CRRRRRUNCH.</p><p>Welcome to Earl Traveler and the Great Area A Sign Flattening at Camp Bee. Let’s hit the road.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail Defensive driving is more than safe travel. It is stewardship. It is protecting the lives God has entrusted to us, caring for those who share the road, and making choices that reflect patience, wisdom, and preparation. Today, we are talking about RV defensive driving. From understanding stopping distances and blind spots to preparing for weather, road conditions, and the unexpected, every thoughtful decision helps us travel safely and confidently. Whether we are seasoned road...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Defensive driving is more than safe travel. It is stewardship. It is protecting the lives God has entrusted to us, caring for those who share the road, and making choices that reflect patience, wisdom, and preparation.</p><p>Today, we are talking about RV defensive driving. From understanding stopping distances and blind spots to preparing for weather, road conditions, and the unexpected, every thoughtful decision helps us travel safely and confidently. Whether we are seasoned road travelers or just beginning the journey, wise driving helps ensure that our purpose is never sidelined by preventable mistakes.</p><p>So buckle up, stay alert, and join us as we explore how traveling smart can help us continue traveling with purpose.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Defensive driving is more than safe travel. It is stewardship. It is protecting the lives God has entrusted to us, caring for those who share the road, and making choices that reflect patience, wisdom, and preparation.</p><p>Today, we are talking about RV defensive driving. From understanding stopping distances and blind spots to preparing for weather, road conditions, and the unexpected, every thoughtful decision helps us travel safely and confidently. Whether we are seasoned road travelers or just beginning the journey, wise driving helps ensure that our purpose is never sidelined by preventable mistakes.</p><p>So buckle up, stay alert, and join us as we explore how traveling smart can help us continue traveling with purpose.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail In this episode I explore the story behind the story of one of America's most unusual named cities.  We're going to learn about the story behind the name of the town, Toad Suck, Arkansas.  Yes… Toad. Suck. Now before you reach for the map to double-check, let me assure you, this is not a typo, a prank, or a dare gone wrong. This is a real place, with a real history, and a name that has confused travelers, amused locals, and raised eyebrows for generations. You might...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>In this episode I explore the story behind the story of one of America&apos;s most unusual named cities.  We&apos;re going to learn about the story behind the name of the town, Toad Suck, Arkansas.  Yes… Toad. Suck.</p><p>Now before you reach for the map to double-check, let me assure you, this is not a typo, a prank, or a dare gone wrong. This is a real place, with a real history, and a name that has confused travelers, amused locals, and raised eyebrows for generations.</p><p>You might be wondering, who named it? Why did it stick? And perhaps most importantly… what exactly were they thinking? </p><p>Well, that’s exactly what we’re about to find out.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>In this episode I explore the story behind the story of one of America&apos;s most unusual named cities.  We&apos;re going to learn about the story behind the name of the town, Toad Suck, Arkansas.  Yes… Toad. Suck.</p><p>Now before you reach for the map to double-check, let me assure you, this is not a typo, a prank, or a dare gone wrong. This is a real place, with a real history, and a name that has confused travelers, amused locals, and raised eyebrows for generations.</p><p>You might be wondering, who named it? Why did it stick? And perhaps most importantly… what exactly were they thinking? </p><p>Well, that’s exactly what we’re about to find out.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail Ready to turn your travel into something meaningful? Do you want to know more about Sojourning?  Or perhaps, you need a gentle reminder of why our mission matters. This episode highlights why being part of Sojourners makes a difference and how it creates lasting impact in churches and communities. Learn how you can serve, grow, and connect while living out your faith wherever the road takes you. Support the show If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Ready to turn your travel into something meaningful? Do you want to know more about Sojourning?  Or perhaps, you need a gentle reminder of why our mission matters.</p><p>This episode highlights why being part of Sojourners makes a difference and how it creates lasting impact in churches and communities. Learn how you can serve, grow, and connect while living out your faith wherever the road takes you.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Ready to turn your travel into something meaningful? Do you want to know more about Sojourning?  Or perhaps, you need a gentle reminder of why our mission matters.</p><p>This episode highlights why being part of Sojourners makes a difference and how it creates lasting impact in churches and communities. Learn how you can serve, grow, and connect while living out your faith wherever the road takes you.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Are We Hoping For or Hoping In</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail What happens when what we’re hoping for… doesn’t happen? In this episode of Travel With A Purpose, we explore the powerful difference between hoping for something and hoping in Someone. Drawing from 1 Peter 1:3–5, we’re reminded that while our circumstances may change, our hope does not have to. It’s natural to hope for better days, restored relationships, or answers to prayer. But when our hope is tied only to outcomes, it can feel fragile and uncertain. God offers something...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>What happens when what we’re hoping for… doesn’t happen?</p><p>In this episode of <em>Travel With A Purpose</em>, we explore the powerful difference between <em>hoping for</em> something and <em>hoping in</em> Someone. Drawing from 1 Peter 1:3–5, we’re reminded that while our circumstances may change, our hope does not have to.</p><p>It’s natural to hope for better days, restored relationships, or answers to prayer. But when our hope is tied only to outcomes, it can feel fragile and uncertain. God offers something deeper, a <em>living hope</em> anchored in the resurrection of Jesus Christ.</p><p>Join us as we discover how shifting our focus from what we’re hoping for to who we’re hoping in brings stability, peace, and confidence—no matter what we face.</p><p>If you’ve ever felt discouraged when the journey doesn&apos;t unfold the way you expected, this episode will gently remind you: your hope is not lost… it’s secure.</p><p>Because true hope isn’t found in outcomes, it’s found in Christ.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>What happens when what we’re hoping for… doesn’t happen?</p><p>In this episode of <em>Travel With A Purpose</em>, we explore the powerful difference between <em>hoping for</em> something and <em>hoping in</em> Someone. Drawing from 1 Peter 1:3–5, we’re reminded that while our circumstances may change, our hope does not have to.</p><p>It’s natural to hope for better days, restored relationships, or answers to prayer. But when our hope is tied only to outcomes, it can feel fragile and uncertain. God offers something deeper, a <em>living hope</em> anchored in the resurrection of Jesus Christ.</p><p>Join us as we discover how shifting our focus from what we’re hoping for to who we’re hoping in brings stability, peace, and confidence—no matter what we face.</p><p>If you’ve ever felt discouraged when the journey doesn&apos;t unfold the way you expected, this episode will gently remind you: your hope is not lost… it’s secure.</p><p>Because true hope isn’t found in outcomes, it’s found in Christ.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail Sojourners are made up of wonderful brothers and sisters from all around the United States.  It is part of the mission of this podcast to get to know each other as together we travel with a purpose. In this episode I am speaking with Bart and Cindy Sparks from Cabot Arkansas.  They share with us their vision for being Sojourners.  They have a wonderful story to share. Support the show If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Sojourners are made up of wonderful brothers and sisters from all around the United States.  It is part of the mission of this podcast to get to know each other as together we travel with a purpose.</p><p>In this episode I am speaking with Bart and Cindy Sparks from Cabot Arkansas.  They share with us their vision for being Sojourners.  They have a wonderful story to share.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Sojourners are made up of wonderful brothers and sisters from all around the United States.  It is part of the mission of this podcast to get to know each other as together we travel with a purpose.</p><p>In this episode I am speaking with Bart and Cindy Sparks from Cabot Arkansas.  They share with us their vision for being Sojourners.  They have a wonderful story to share.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail Traveling alone is not near as much fun or enjoyable as traveling with our spouse.  We share many things while traveling down the road.  We aslo face and share challenges. In this episode I speak to the importance of loving our travel companion.  It takes effort sometimes but it is always rewarding. Support the show If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Traveling alone is not near as much fun or enjoyable as traveling with our spouse.  We share many things while traveling down the road.  We aslo face and share challenges.</p><p>In this episode I speak to the importance of loving our travel companion.  It takes effort sometimes but it is always rewarding.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Traveling alone is not near as much fun or enjoyable as traveling with our spouse.  We share many things while traveling down the road.  We aslo face and share challenges.</p><p>In this episode I speak to the importance of loving our travel companion.  It takes effort sometimes but it is always rewarding.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Paying Attention to the Little Things</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail We know how important it is to make sure everything is put away, buttoned down, and closed up as we get ready to depart on another sojourn.  No matter whether it's leaving from our home base or departing the campground.  It's important to pay attention. In this episode I speak to paying attention to the little things that might get overlooked.  I tie it to our spiritual life as we also must pay attention to the little things around us and within us. Support the...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>We know how important it is to make sure everything is put away, buttoned down, and closed up as we get ready to depart on another sojourn.  No matter whether it&apos;s leaving from our home base or departing the campground.  It&apos;s important to pay attention.</p><p>In this episode I speak to paying attention to the little things that might get overlooked.  I tie it to our spiritual life as we also must pay attention to the little things around us and within us.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>We know how important it is to make sure everything is put away, buttoned down, and closed up as we get ready to depart on another sojourn.  No matter whether it&apos;s leaving from our home base or departing the campground.  It&apos;s important to pay attention.</p><p>In this episode I speak to paying attention to the little things that might get overlooked.  I tie it to our spiritual life as we also must pay attention to the little things around us and within us.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail Our official name is, "National Evangelism With Sojourners".  Notice the core of our name, "evangelism".  It is who we are, what we do, and our purpose for traveling.  Unfortunately, sometimes we forget.   In this episode I want to remind us about the important role we have as sojourners to carry the hope of Christ with us.  I'll also offer a few simple ways we can evangelize without ever preaching a sermon or leading a devotional.  It's somethin...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Our official name is, &quot;National Evangelism With Sojourners&quot;.  Notice the core of our name, &quot;evangelism&quot;.  It is who we are, what we do, and our purpose for traveling.  Unfortunately, sometimes we forget.  </p><p>In this episode I want to remind us about the important role we have as sojourners to carry the hope of Christ with us.  I&apos;ll also offer a few simple ways we can evangelize without ever preaching a sermon or leading a devotional.  It&apos;s something all of us can and must do.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Our official name is, &quot;National Evangelism With Sojourners&quot;.  Notice the core of our name, &quot;evangelism&quot;.  It is who we are, what we do, and our purpose for traveling.  Unfortunately, sometimes we forget.  </p><p>In this episode I want to remind us about the important role we have as sojourners to carry the hope of Christ with us.  I&apos;ll also offer a few simple ways we can evangelize without ever preaching a sermon or leading a devotional.  It&apos;s something all of us can and must do.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>RV Stories With Scriptural Thoughts</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail Every Sojourner has an RV story or two, or three, or more.  In this episode I share a few RV stories that have a scritpural application.  I invite you to think about your RV story and how perhaps God is giving you an insight into life and faithfulness. Support the show If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on Buy Me a Coffee. ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Every Sojourner has an RV story or two, or three, or more.  In this episode I share a few RV stories that have a scritpural application.  I invite you to think about your RV story and how perhaps God is giving you an insight into life and faithfulness.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Every Sojourner has an RV story or two, or three, or more.  In this episode I share a few RV stories that have a scritpural application.  I invite you to think about your RV story and how perhaps God is giving you an insight into life and faithfulness.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail Our trips, no matter where we travel are accompanied by traffic signs.  We love to hate them, often ignore them, and tolerate them at best. Life has traffic signs too.  Maybe we should pay attention to both. Support the show If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on Buy Me a Coffee. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool,...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Our trips, no matter where we travel are accompanied by traffic signs.  We love to hate them, often ignore them, and tolerate them at best.</p><p>Life has traffic signs too.  Maybe we should pay attention to both.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Our trips, no matter where we travel are accompanied by traffic signs.  We love to hate them, often ignore them, and tolerate them at best.</p><p>Life has traffic signs too.  Maybe we should pay attention to both.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail Have you ever given serious consideration to our tag line, "Travel With a Purpose"?  In this episode I share some thoughts about what I think that means and how we can put it into practice as together we travel with a purpose. Support the show If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on Buy Me a Coffee. Through this easy-to-use donati...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Have you ever given serious consideration to our tag line, &quot;Travel With a Purpose&quot;?  In this episode I share some thoughts about what I think that means and how we can put it into practice as together we travel with a purpose.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Have you ever given serious consideration to our tag line, &quot;Travel With a Purpose&quot;?  In this episode I share some thoughts about what I think that means and how we can put it into practice as together we travel with a purpose.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>A Conversation With Mike and Marcia Holliway - Our New Green Dots!</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail Every year we bring on amazing new Sojourners.  This year is no exception.  It is my priviledge to get to know these amazing servants.  In today's episode I am speaking with our Green Dots, Mike and Marcia Holliway from Nebraska.  We are excited to have them as part of our Sojourner family. So sit back and enjoy getting to know them as together we travel with a purpose. Support the show If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, an...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Every year we bring on amazing new Sojourners.  This year is no exception.  It is my priviledge to get to know these amazing servants.  In today&apos;s episode I am speaking with our Green Dots, Mike and Marcia Holliway from Nebraska.  We are excited to have them as part of our Sojourner family.</p><p>So sit back and enjoy getting to know them as together we travel with a purpose.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Every year we bring on amazing new Sojourners.  This year is no exception.  It is my priviledge to get to know these amazing servants.  In today&apos;s episode I am speaking with our Green Dots, Mike and Marcia Holliway from Nebraska.  We are excited to have them as part of our Sojourner family.</p><p>So sit back and enjoy getting to know them as together we travel with a purpose.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Practical Prepping With Mark and Krista Lawley</itunes:title>
    <title>Practical Prepping With Mark and Krista Lawley</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail As I've produced podcasts I have come across wonderful people with like interests and tremendous informaiton to share.  In this episode I am speaking with such folks.  I am speaking with Mark and Krista Lawley about having a mindset of being prepared.  As Sojourners we certainly understand the importance of situational awareness and having that mindset.  We've faced challenges to our comfort, safety, and overal mission focus.   Mark and Krista host a ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>As I&apos;ve produced podcasts I have come across wonderful people with like interests and tremendous informaiton to share.  In this episode I am speaking with such folks.  I am speaking with Mark and Krista Lawley about having a mindset of being prepared.  As Sojourners we certainly understand the importance of situational awareness and having that mindset.  We&apos;ve faced challenges to our comfort, safety, and overal mission focus.  </p><p>Mark and Krista host a very informative podcast called, Practical Prepping.  As Mark says, they aren&apos;t preparing for the next Zombie onslaught.  Rather, its just good practical information where we are prepared to take care of ourselves, and others.  That&apos;s biblical.</p><p>You can find their podcast on all podcast outlets.  They also have a web page at: <a href='https://practcalprepping.com'>https://practcalprepping.com</a>.  On it you will find links to many resources including some books they&apos;ve written on the subject.  </p><p>They also have a facebook group at:  <a href='https://facebook.com/prepperpractical'>https://facebook.com/prepperpractical</a>.  I&apos;m a member of it and find lots of great information to help us as we travel with a purpose. </p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>As I&apos;ve produced podcasts I have come across wonderful people with like interests and tremendous informaiton to share.  In this episode I am speaking with such folks.  I am speaking with Mark and Krista Lawley about having a mindset of being prepared.  As Sojourners we certainly understand the importance of situational awareness and having that mindset.  We&apos;ve faced challenges to our comfort, safety, and overal mission focus.  </p><p>Mark and Krista host a very informative podcast called, Practical Prepping.  As Mark says, they aren&apos;t preparing for the next Zombie onslaught.  Rather, its just good practical information where we are prepared to take care of ourselves, and others.  That&apos;s biblical.</p><p>You can find their podcast on all podcast outlets.  They also have a web page at: <a href='https://practcalprepping.com'>https://practcalprepping.com</a>.  On it you will find links to many resources including some books they&apos;ve written on the subject.  </p><p>They also have a facebook group at:  <a href='https://facebook.com/prepperpractical'>https://facebook.com/prepperpractical</a>.  I&apos;m a member of it and find lots of great information to help us as we travel with a purpose. </p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>RVing During Severe Weather</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail Traveling in an RV has its own set of dangers and many things to keep in mind.  Add to that the dangers from severe weather, and you have a potentially life-threatening situation. We spoke briefly and weather in Episode 26 about maximizing your RV experience.  I address traveling in severe weather a bit more in this episode. We want everyone safe and secure as we travel with a purpose. Support the show If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any w...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Traveling in an RV has its own set of dangers and many things to keep in mind.  Add to that the dangers from severe weather, and you have a potentially life-threatening situation.</p><p>We spoke briefly and weather in Episode 26 about maximizing your RV experience.  I address traveling in severe weather a bit more in this episode.</p><p>We want everyone safe and secure as we travel with a purpose.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Traveling in an RV has its own set of dangers and many things to keep in mind.  Add to that the dangers from severe weather, and you have a potentially life-threatening situation.</p><p>We spoke briefly and weather in Episode 26 about maximizing your RV experience.  I address traveling in severe weather a bit more in this episode.</p><p>We want everyone safe and secure as we travel with a purpose.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Gas Generator Maintenance</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail Most of us own generators that we carry with our rig. Many even have a generator that is part of their rig.  Keeping it maintanined and operating properly is critical to safe and happy sojourning. In this episode I remind us about some simple although important maintenance we should be doing for our gas powered generators.   Support the show If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to b...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Most of us own generators that we carry with our rig. Many even have a generator that is part of their rig.  Keeping it maintanined and operating properly is critical to safe and happy sojourning.</p><p>In this episode I remind us about some simple although important maintenance we should be doing for our gas powered generators.  </p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Most of us own generators that we carry with our rig. Many even have a generator that is part of their rig.  Keeping it maintanined and operating properly is critical to safe and happy sojourning.</p><p>In this episode I remind us about some simple although important maintenance we should be doing for our gas powered generators.  </p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail We all have favorite holidays.  It seems that each month has its own signature holiday.  One of the favorite for many is Groundhog Day.   In this episode we'll look at the origin of this day and the story behind the story. References Historical Marker Database (https://hmdb.org) Wikipedia (https:Wikipedia.org) Support the show If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you n...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>We all have favorite holidays.  It seems that each month has its own signature holiday.  One of the favorite for many is Groundhog Day.  </p><p>In this episode we&apos;ll look at the origin of this day and the story behind the story.</p><p>References</p><p>Historical Marker Database (<a href='https://hmdb.org/'>https://hmdb.org</a>)</p><p>Wikipedia (<a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/2514308/episodes/Wikipedia.org'>https:Wikipedia.org</a>)</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>We all have favorite holidays.  It seems that each month has its own signature holiday.  One of the favorite for many is Groundhog Day.  </p><p>In this episode we&apos;ll look at the origin of this day and the story behind the story.</p><p>References</p><p>Historical Marker Database (<a href='https://hmdb.org/'>https://hmdb.org</a>)</p><p>Wikipedia (<a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/2514308/episodes/Wikipedia.org'>https:Wikipedia.org</a>)</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Maximizing Our Rv Experience</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail Given the time, expense, and challenges of owning and traveling in an RV, we want to get the most on our investment.  In this episode I share a few insights into how we can do that.  It's not an exhaustive list but there are some good ideas from what I've learned and others have shared. Some of these ideas are covered in other episodes but you know the 3-R's of learning...repitition, repitition, repitition. Support the show If today’s episode has resonated with you ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Given the time, expense, and challenges of owning and traveling in an RV, we want to get the most on our investment.  In this episode I share a few insights into how we can do that.  It&apos;s not an exhaustive list but there are some good ideas from what I&apos;ve learned and others have shared.</p><p>Some of these ideas are covered in other episodes but you know the 3-R&apos;s of learning...repitition, repitition, repitition.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Given the time, expense, and challenges of owning and traveling in an RV, we want to get the most on our investment.  In this episode I share a few insights into how we can do that.  It&apos;s not an exhaustive list but there are some good ideas from what I&apos;ve learned and others have shared.</p><p>Some of these ideas are covered in other episodes but you know the 3-R&apos;s of learning...repitition, repitition, repitition.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>2026 Florida Workshop Preview With Danny and Lynn Spain</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail Hellow fellow Sojourners, It's time to get moving to Florida for the annual Florida Workshop.  In this episode I have a conversation about the workshop with the workshop chairman and coordinators, Danny and Lynn Spain.  They share with us the dates, theme, and overview of activities. I also invite you to go to Danny and Lynn Spain's YouTube channel, RV America.  They share lots of information about their travels, products they've tried out, RV park reports, and...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Hellow fellow Sojourners,</p><p>It&apos;s time to get moving to Florida for the annual Florida Workshop.  In this episode I have a conversation about the workshop with the workshop chairman and coordinators, Danny and Lynn Spain.  They share with us the dates, theme, and overview of activities.</p><p>I also invite you to go to Danny and Lynn Spain&apos;s YouTube channel, RV America.  They share lots of information about their travels, products they&apos;ve tried out, RV park reports, and general information to help us as we travel with a purpose.</p><p>Here&apos;s the link to their YouTube channel:</p><p><a href='https://www.youtube.com/@RVAmerica'>RV America - YouTube</a></p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Hellow fellow Sojourners,</p><p>It&apos;s time to get moving to Florida for the annual Florida Workshop.  In this episode I have a conversation about the workshop with the workshop chairman and coordinators, Danny and Lynn Spain.  They share with us the dates, theme, and overview of activities.</p><p>I also invite you to go to Danny and Lynn Spain&apos;s YouTube channel, RV America.  They share lots of information about their travels, products they&apos;ve tried out, RV park reports, and general information to help us as we travel with a purpose.</p><p>Here&apos;s the link to their YouTube channel:</p><p><a href='https://www.youtube.com/@RVAmerica'>RV America - YouTube</a></p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Awning Care</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail A useful part of our RV is our awning.  This cover allows us to extend the area of enjoyment as we travel with a purpose.  Like everything else on our rigs, the awning also requires care and protection to extend it's life and our enjoyment.  Not careing for the awning can result in damage to the awning, our rigs, and our checkbook. In this episode I discuss some simple steps to protect the awning. Support the show If today’s episode has resonated with you or he...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>A useful part of our RV is our awning.  This cover allows us to extend the area of enjoyment as we travel with a purpose.  Like everything else on our rigs, the awning also requires care and protection to extend it&apos;s life and our enjoyment.  Not careing for the awning can result in damage to the awning, our rigs, and our checkbook.</p><p>In this episode I discuss some simple steps to protect the awning.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>A useful part of our RV is our awning.  This cover allows us to extend the area of enjoyment as we travel with a purpose.  Like everything else on our rigs, the awning also requires care and protection to extend it&apos;s life and our enjoyment.  Not careing for the awning can result in damage to the awning, our rigs, and our checkbook.</p><p>In this episode I discuss some simple steps to protect the awning.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:author>Dave Laton</itunes:author>
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    <pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Advances in Telephones</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail Something most of us take for granted is our telephones.  Perhaps some of you remember the old dial up phones.  Today this device holds incredible power beyond just checking in our our children and grandchidren, or perhaps, great grand children. I invite you to listen as we look at the development and transition of this remarkable device. Support the show If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Something most of us take for granted is our telephones.  Perhaps some of you remember the old dial up phones.  Today this device holds incredible power beyond just checking in our our children and grandchidren, or perhaps, great grand children.</p><p>I invite you to listen as we look at the development and transition of this remarkable device.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Something most of us take for granted is our telephones.  Perhaps some of you remember the old dial up phones.  Today this device holds incredible power beyond just checking in our our children and grandchidren, or perhaps, great grand children.</p><p>I invite you to listen as we look at the development and transition of this remarkable device.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:author>Dave Laton</itunes:author>
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    <itunes:title> A Conversation With Andy Scott ~ Son of the Founders of Sojourners</itunes:title>
    <title> A Conversation With Andy Scott ~ Son of the Founders of Sojourners</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail I really wish we had Paul and Peggy Scott, founders of the Sojourners,  still with us but they've gone on to a much greater eternal Sojourn with our Lord.  In their place I interview Andy Scott, the son of Paul and Peggy.  He brings us insights into the life and faithfulness of Paul and Peggy and their founding of our wonderful mission. Support the show If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>I really wish we had Paul and Peggy Scott, founders of the Sojourners,  still with us but they&apos;ve gone on to a much greater eternal Sojourn with our Lord.  In their place I interview Andy Scott, the son of Paul and Peggy.  He brings us insights into the life and faithfulness of Paul and Peggy and their founding of our wonderful mission.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>I really wish we had Paul and Peggy Scott, founders of the Sojourners,  still with us but they&apos;ve gone on to a much greater eternal Sojourn with our Lord.  In their place I interview Andy Scott, the son of Paul and Peggy.  He brings us insights into the life and faithfulness of Paul and Peggy and their founding of our wonderful mission.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>The Origins of Corn Hole</itunes:title>
    <title>The Origins of Corn Hole</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail One of the enjoyable activities while traveling in RV's is the time taken to socialize with other RV'ers.  This might be done around a fire pit or sharing lunch under a canopy.  But many also enjoy participating in various games.  One favorite game is Corn Hole.   In this episode I explore the origins of the fun, and sometimes raucus game. Support the show If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the sho...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>One of the enjoyable activities while traveling in RV&apos;s is the time taken to socialize with other RV&apos;ers.  This might be done around a fire pit or sharing lunch under a canopy.  But many also enjoy participating in various games.  One favorite game is Corn Hole.  </p><p>In this episode I explore the origins of the fun, and sometimes raucus game.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>One of the enjoyable activities while traveling in RV&apos;s is the time taken to socialize with other RV&apos;ers.  This might be done around a fire pit or sharing lunch under a canopy.  But many also enjoy participating in various games.  One favorite game is Corn Hole.  </p><p>In this episode I explore the origins of the fun, and sometimes raucus game.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:author>Dave Laton</itunes:author>
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    <pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Maximizing Our Influence</itunes:title>
    <title>Maximizing Our Influence</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail As we travel with a purpose in support of our mission to carry the gospel and bring glory to God our Father, we have opportunities to enfluence others.  Sometimes we influence without even realizing it.   In this episode I want to discuss how we can maximize our enfluence as daily we travel with a purpose. Support the show If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and fr...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>As we travel with a purpose in support of our mission to carry the gospel and bring glory to God our Father, we have opportunities to enfluence others.  Sometimes we influence without even realizing it.  </p><p>In this episode I want to discuss how we can maximize our enfluence as daily we travel with a purpose.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>As we travel with a purpose in support of our mission to carry the gospel and bring glory to God our Father, we have opportunities to enfluence others.  Sometimes we influence without even realizing it.  </p><p>In this episode I want to discuss how we can maximize our enfluence as daily we travel with a purpose.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>A Conversation With Myron Bruce ~ Singing With The Spirit</itunes:title>
    <title>A Conversation With Myron Bruce ~ Singing With The Spirit</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail Many of you will remember Myron Bruce from our Sojourner's fall workshop at Camp Bee.  This is a conversation I had with him recently for my podcast, Our Journey to Hope.  I thought it would be good for our Sojourner's podcast, Travel With a Purpoese. It’s always exciting to speak with someone who has found their place in life and are using it to help others.  That’s the idea behind this podcast.  How can we use what we’ve been given by God to help others ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Many of you will remember Myron Bruce from our Sojourner&apos;s fall workshop at Camp Bee.  This is a conversation I had with him recently for my podcast, Our Journey to Hope.  I thought it would be good for our Sojourner&apos;s podcast, Travel With a Purpoese.</p><p>It’s always exciting to speak with someone who has found their place in life and are using it to help others.  That’s the idea behind this podcast.  How can we use what we’ve been given by God to help others as they discover, sustain, or regain hope.</p><p>My guest in this episode is Myron Bruce.  Myron uses his knowledge and talents to help us grow in hope through song.  We’ll discuss how important it is for our hope, spiritual growth, and support for one another.  Even if you are not someone who has a great singing voice, you will enjoy what Myron has to say.  It may even cause you to bust out in song.</p><p> I encourage you to go to Myron&apos;s web site and learn more about him.  The website is:  https://singingwiththespirit.com.  </p><p> You can contact him directly by email at:  <a href='mailto:swts2011@gmail.com'>swts2011@gmail.com</a></p><p> Myron is available to travel to congregations or groups to guide them as they strengthen and deepen their worship to our Lord through song.  It isn&apos;t a singing workshop.  It is a growing in spirit and truth through our songs workshop.</p><p> Myron has written two excellent books about our use of singing in our worship to God and our edification of each other.   One is titled, &quot;This is My Song&quot;.  The other is:  &quot;The Splendor of Worship&quot;.  They are available on Amazon or through his web site.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Many of you will remember Myron Bruce from our Sojourner&apos;s fall workshop at Camp Bee.  This is a conversation I had with him recently for my podcast, Our Journey to Hope.  I thought it would be good for our Sojourner&apos;s podcast, Travel With a Purpoese.</p><p>It’s always exciting to speak with someone who has found their place in life and are using it to help others.  That’s the idea behind this podcast.  How can we use what we’ve been given by God to help others as they discover, sustain, or regain hope.</p><p>My guest in this episode is Myron Bruce.  Myron uses his knowledge and talents to help us grow in hope through song.  We’ll discuss how important it is for our hope, spiritual growth, and support for one another.  Even if you are not someone who has a great singing voice, you will enjoy what Myron has to say.  It may even cause you to bust out in song.</p><p> I encourage you to go to Myron&apos;s web site and learn more about him.  The website is:  https://singingwiththespirit.com.  </p><p> You can contact him directly by email at:  <a href='mailto:swts2011@gmail.com'>swts2011@gmail.com</a></p><p> Myron is available to travel to congregations or groups to guide them as they strengthen and deepen their worship to our Lord through song.  It isn&apos;t a singing workshop.  It is a growing in spirit and truth through our songs workshop.</p><p> Myron has written two excellent books about our use of singing in our worship to God and our edification of each other.   One is titled, &quot;This is My Song&quot;.  The other is:  &quot;The Splendor of Worship&quot;.  They are available on Amazon or through his web site.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>A Conversation with Danny and Lynne Spain About Their Alaskan Trip</itunes:title>
    <title>A Conversation with Danny and Lynne Spain About Their Alaskan Trip</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail A lot of us would love to travel through Canada and Alaska in our RV but for any number of reasons, can't make it happen.  Well, Danny and Lynn Spain along with Tom and Donna Boatwright and some others did just that this past summer.  They enjoyed a wonderful trip exploring one of the most remarkable areas of the United States and North America. Please join us as we review how the trip went and some insights into being prepared for such an adventure. Support the sho...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>A lot of us would love to travel through Canada and Alaska in our RV but for any number of reasons, can&apos;t make it happen.  Well, Danny and Lynn Spain along with Tom and Donna Boatwright and some others did just that this past summer.  They enjoyed a wonderful trip exploring one of the most remarkable areas of the United States and North America.</p><p>Please join us as we review how the trip went and some insights into being prepared for such an adventure.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>A lot of us would love to travel through Canada and Alaska in our RV but for any number of reasons, can&apos;t make it happen.  Well, Danny and Lynn Spain along with Tom and Donna Boatwright and some others did just that this past summer.  They enjoyed a wonderful trip exploring one of the most remarkable areas of the United States and North America.</p><p>Please join us as we review how the trip went and some insights into being prepared for such an adventure.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>A Conversation With Jim Lucas of HomeMission</itunes:title>
    <title>A Conversation With Jim Lucas of HomeMission</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail During our Town Hall meeting at our fall workshop at Camp Bee we discussed how HomeMission was interested in working with Sojourners.  I suspect that many of our Sojourners are not familiar with the HomeMission organization.  With that in mind, I am rebroadcating in this episode a recent conversation I had with Jim Lucas.  Jim is one of the key members of the HomeMission.  He discusses what Homemission is and how they focus on helping small churches grow s...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>During our Town Hall meeting at our fall workshop at Camp Bee we discussed how HomeMission was interested in working with Sojourners.  I suspect that many of our Sojourners are not familiar with the HomeMission organization.  With that in mind, I am rebroadcating in this episode a recent conversation I had with Jim Lucas.  Jim is one of the key members of the HomeMission.  He discusses what Homemission is and how they focus on helping small churches grow spiritually and numerically.  We also discuss how they help those facing challenges to their hope.</p><p>I invite you to listen.  If you have questions about how HomeMission and the Sojourners will be working together, please don&apos;t hesitate to contact me or any of the Co-Directors.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>During our Town Hall meeting at our fall workshop at Camp Bee we discussed how HomeMission was interested in working with Sojourners.  I suspect that many of our Sojourners are not familiar with the HomeMission organization.  With that in mind, I am rebroadcating in this episode a recent conversation I had with Jim Lucas.  Jim is one of the key members of the HomeMission.  He discusses what Homemission is and how they focus on helping small churches grow spiritually and numerically.  We also discuss how they help those facing challenges to their hope.</p><p>I invite you to listen.  If you have questions about how HomeMission and the Sojourners will be working together, please don&apos;t hesitate to contact me or any of the Co-Directors.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>The First Concrete Mile</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail When I was a child, we had city streets that were paved but once you left the city you probably found more dirt roads than paved roads.  I also remember as a young boy that a lot of dirt roads would be coated with an oil substance to hold down the dust in the summer.  I remember how we enjoyed walking on the newly coated road and making oily footprints.  Our parents weren’t too happy about it. Now, although we continue to find dirt roads, even rural roads are u...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>When I was a child, we had city streets that were paved but once you left the city you probably found more dirt roads than paved roads.  I also remember as a young boy that a lot of dirt roads would be coated with an oil substance to hold down the dust in the summer.  I remember how we enjoyed walking on the newly coated road and making oily footprints.  Our parents weren’t too happy about it.</p><p>Now, although we continue to find dirt roads, even rural roads are usually paved.  </p><p>In this episode I want to look at the story behind the story of how using concrete for paving began.  I hope you’ll join me on this “road trip”.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>When I was a child, we had city streets that were paved but once you left the city you probably found more dirt roads than paved roads.  I also remember as a young boy that a lot of dirt roads would be coated with an oil substance to hold down the dust in the summer.  I remember how we enjoyed walking on the newly coated road and making oily footprints.  Our parents weren’t too happy about it.</p><p>Now, although we continue to find dirt roads, even rural roads are usually paved.  </p><p>In this episode I want to look at the story behind the story of how using concrete for paving began.  I hope you’ll join me on this “road trip”.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>2025 Camp Bee Workshop Overview</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail It's almost time for our annual October workshop at Camp Bee.  There are lots of exciting events planned.  The team that put together this year's progam have worked hard.  Please make plans to attend. In this episode I interview Jim Foltz.  Jim is the workshop chairman for this year.  He gives us an overview of what to expect. We look forward to seeing everyone and please travel safe! Support the show If today’s episode has resonated with you or helpe...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>It&apos;s almost time for our annual October workshop at Camp Bee.  There are lots of exciting events planned.  The team that put together this year&apos;s progam have worked hard.  Please make plans to attend.</p><p>In this episode I interview Jim Foltz.  Jim is the workshop chairman for this year.  He gives us an overview of what to expect.</p><p>We look forward to seeing everyone and please travel safe!</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>It&apos;s almost time for our annual October workshop at Camp Bee.  There are lots of exciting events planned.  The team that put together this year&apos;s progam have worked hard.  Please make plans to attend.</p><p>In this episode I interview Jim Foltz.  Jim is the workshop chairman for this year.  He gives us an overview of what to expect.</p><p>We look forward to seeing everyone and please travel safe!</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Tue, 02 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>A Few Cleaning Tips</itunes:title>
    <title>A Few Cleaning Tips</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail No matter how hard we try, as we travel, camp, and just enjoy our time traveling with a purpose, we are challenged with keeping everything clean and tidy.   In this episode I offer a few tips to help us.  If you have some other ideas, please let me know and we'll do another episode. Support the show If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>No matter how hard we try, as we travel, camp, and just enjoy our time traveling with a purpose, we are challenged with keeping everything clean and tidy.  </p><p>In this episode I offer a few tips to help us.  If you have some other ideas, please let me know and we&apos;ll do another episode.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>No matter how hard we try, as we travel, camp, and just enjoy our time traveling with a purpose, we are challenged with keeping everything clean and tidy.  </p><p>In this episode I offer a few tips to help us.  If you have some other ideas, please let me know and we&apos;ll do another episode.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>RV Safety and Security</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail We invest a large amount of money in our RVs and items for traveling with a purpose.  For some, this is their home.  For many of us, the investment may be on par with the cost of our brick and morter home.  In any case, we should look for ways to secure our RV and possessions. In this episode I give some tips on how to to this.  It is not an exaustive list but it is some things to think about. If you have some ideas for security, please let me know.       ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>We invest a large amount of money in our RVs and items for traveling with a purpose.  For some, this is their home.  For many of us, the investment may be on par with the cost of our brick and morter home.  In any case, we should look for ways to secure our RV and possessions.</p><p>In this episode I give some tips on how to to this.  It is not an exaustive list but it is some things to think about.</p><p>If you have some ideas for security, please let me know.</p><p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>We invest a large amount of money in our RVs and items for traveling with a purpose.  For some, this is their home.  For many of us, the investment may be on par with the cost of our brick and morter home.  In any case, we should look for ways to secure our RV and possessions.</p><p>In this episode I give some tips on how to to this.  It is not an exaustive list but it is some things to think about.</p><p>If you have some ideas for security, please let me know.</p><p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:author>Dave Laton</itunes:author>
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    <pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <itunes:duration>649</itunes:duration>
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    <itunes:title>RV Maintenance 101</itunes:title>
    <title>RV Maintenance 101</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail Keeping up with regular maintenance is critical to our safety as well as the longevity of our rigs.  It also helps prevent spoiling an otherwise great trip by not having to deal with breakdowns and other maintenance related problems. In this episode I will discuss some basic maintenenace point to help us keep rolling along as we travel with a purpose. Support the show If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show s...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Keeping up with regular maintenance is critical to our safety as well as the longevity of our rigs.  It also helps prevent spoiling an otherwise great trip by not having to deal with breakdowns and other maintenance related problems.</p><p>In this episode I will discuss some basic maintenenace point to help us keep rolling along as we travel with a purpose.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Keeping up with regular maintenance is critical to our safety as well as the longevity of our rigs.  It also helps prevent spoiling an otherwise great trip by not having to deal with breakdowns and other maintenance related problems.</p><p>In this episode I will discuss some basic maintenenace point to help us keep rolling along as we travel with a purpose.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:author>Dave Laton</itunes:author>
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    <pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2025 08:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Episode 11 A Conversation With Linda Fulkerson and Liana George of Scrivenings Press</itunes:title>
    <title>Episode 11 A Conversation With Linda Fulkerson and Liana George of Scrivenings Press</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail Many Sojourners are retired.  But some are semi-retired or continue to work in various fields.  Today’s guest, Linda Fulkerson continues in her career as she and Don travel and work as Sojourners.  Don is our Camp Bee manager and keeps things working and looking great at Camp Bee.  Linda spends time helping around the camp when she’s not working their company.  She and Don also travel to participate in several sojourns each year.  Linda owns and ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Many Sojourners are retired.  But some are semi-retired or continue to work in various fields.  Today’s guest, Linda Fulkerson continues in her career as she and Don travel and work as Sojourners.</p><p> Don is our Camp Bee manager and keeps things working and looking great at Camp Bee.  Linda spends time helping around the camp when she’s not working their company.  She and Don also travel to participate in several sojourns each year.</p><p> Linda owns and manages a publishing company called Scrivenings Press.  In this episode she tells us about the company and introduces her new business partner, Liana George.  Together they make a dynamic team.</p><p> Linda’s publishing company focuses on Christian fiction and non-fiction.  They offer a variety of materials to interest many different readers.  You can learn more about Scrivenings Press by going to their website:  <a href='https://www.scriveningspress.com'>https://www.scriveningspress.com</a>.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Many Sojourners are retired.  But some are semi-retired or continue to work in various fields.  Today’s guest, Linda Fulkerson continues in her career as she and Don travel and work as Sojourners.</p><p> Don is our Camp Bee manager and keeps things working and looking great at Camp Bee.  Linda spends time helping around the camp when she’s not working their company.  She and Don also travel to participate in several sojourns each year.</p><p> Linda owns and manages a publishing company called Scrivenings Press.  In this episode she tells us about the company and introduces her new business partner, Liana George.  Together they make a dynamic team.</p><p> Linda’s publishing company focuses on Christian fiction and non-fiction.  They offer a variety of materials to interest many different readers.  You can learn more about Scrivenings Press by going to their website:  <a href='https://www.scriveningspress.com'>https://www.scriveningspress.com</a>.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Safe Computing </itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail We use computer devices all the time, especially while traveling.  And perhaps while we're traveling we might be most vulnerable to problems with security for ourselves, our system, and our privacy.   In this episode I'm speaking with Randy Bowman.  Randy is very knowledable about cyber security and shares insights into practical things to keep in mind. I invite you to join me as we discuss this critical topic. Support the show If today’s episode has resonated ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>We use computer devices all the time, especially while traveling.  And perhaps while we&apos;re traveling we might be most vulnerable to problems with security for ourselves, our system, and our privacy.  </p><p>In this episode I&apos;m speaking with Randy Bowman.  Randy is very knowledable about cyber security and shares insights into practical things to keep in mind.</p><p>I invite you to join me as we discuss this critical topic.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>We use computer devices all the time, especially while traveling.  And perhaps while we&apos;re traveling we might be most vulnerable to problems with security for ourselves, our system, and our privacy.  </p><p>In this episode I&apos;m speaking with Randy Bowman.  Randy is very knowledable about cyber security and shares insights into practical things to keep in mind.</p><p>I invite you to join me as we discuss this critical topic.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>RV Maintenance With Ronnie Cooper</itunes:title>
    <title>RV Maintenance With Ronnie Cooper</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail We know we must keep regular maintenance on our rigs.  Most of us have no problem remembering to check things like tires, batteries, and lights.  But there are many systems on the rig that we might not think to look at or know how to.  In this episode, I have a conversation with Ronnie Cooper about the need for preventative maintenance and some things to look out for that we might not think of.  Ronnie and his wife Elaine have been Sojourners for several y...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>We know we must keep regular maintenance on our rigs.  Most of us have no problem remembering to check things like tires, batteries, and lights.  But there are many systems on the rig that we might not think to look at or know how to.</p><p> In this episode, I have a conversation with Ronnie Cooper about the need for preventative maintenance and some things to look out for that we might not think of.</p><p> Ronnie and his wife Elaine have been Sojourners for several years.  Ronnie also has a strong background in maintenance.  He is a retired aircraft maintenance person for Delta Airlines.  He brings that wealth of knowledge and experience to helping us maintain our rigs.  Ronnie has also conducted workshops for Sojourners on this subject.</p><p>I invite you to listen to Ronnie and I as we talk about this critical activity.  When we pay attention to details we help ensure we have a safe trip as we travel with a purpose.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>We know we must keep regular maintenance on our rigs.  Most of us have no problem remembering to check things like tires, batteries, and lights.  But there are many systems on the rig that we might not think to look at or know how to.</p><p> In this episode, I have a conversation with Ronnie Cooper about the need for preventative maintenance and some things to look out for that we might not think of.</p><p> Ronnie and his wife Elaine have been Sojourners for several years.  Ronnie also has a strong background in maintenance.  He is a retired aircraft maintenance person for Delta Airlines.  He brings that wealth of knowledge and experience to helping us maintain our rigs.  Ronnie has also conducted workshops for Sojourners on this subject.</p><p>I invite you to listen to Ronnie and I as we talk about this critical activity.  When we pay attention to details we help ensure we have a safe trip as we travel with a purpose.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>A Conversation with Martin and Deborah Buchanan</itunes:title>
    <title>A Conversation with Martin and Deborah Buchanan</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail Sojourners are made up of wonderful individuals that we've grown to love.  Those that know Martin and Deborah Buchanan will agree that this is indeed a very special couple.   In this episode I have a conversation with the Buchanans.  I invite you to listen and get to know them better. Support the show If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Sojourners are made up of wonderful individuals that we&apos;ve grown to love.  Those that know Martin and Deborah Buchanan will agree that this is indeed a very special couple.  </p><p>In this episode I have a conversation with the Buchanans.  I invite you to listen and get to know them better.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Sojourners are made up of wonderful individuals that we&apos;ve grown to love.  Those that know Martin and Deborah Buchanan will agree that this is indeed a very special couple.  </p><p>In this episode I have a conversation with the Buchanans.  I invite you to listen and get to know them better.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>A Conversation With Larry and Kay LIttle</itunes:title>
    <title>A Conversation With Larry and Kay LIttle</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail We know that being a Sojourner is a wonderful way of life.  But if we add that another Sojourner couple happen to be related to us, it makes it all the more wonderful.  Sometimes we even sojourn together. In this episode I visit with Larry and Kay Little.  Kay is my wife's sister and I guess we have to claim Larry since he's married to Kay.  Seriously though, this wonderful couple means so much to so many as together we travel with a purpose. Support the s...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>We know that being a Sojourner is a wonderful way of life.  But if we add that another Sojourner couple happen to be related to us, it makes it all the more wonderful.  Sometimes we even sojourn together.</p><p>In this episode I visit with Larry and Kay Little.  Kay is my wife&apos;s sister and I guess we have to claim Larry since he&apos;s married to Kay.  Seriously though, this wonderful couple means so much to so many as together we travel with a purpose.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>We know that being a Sojourner is a wonderful way of life.  But if we add that another Sojourner couple happen to be related to us, it makes it all the more wonderful.  Sometimes we even sojourn together.</p><p>In this episode I visit with Larry and Kay Little.  Kay is my wife&apos;s sister and I guess we have to claim Larry since he&apos;s married to Kay.  Seriously though, this wonderful couple means so much to so many as together we travel with a purpose.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>A Conversation With Tim Walker of Travel Hacking</itunes:title>
    <title>A Conversation With Tim Walker of Travel Hacking</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail I know two things for certain about Sojourners, yeah 3…  Sojourners love to eat, love to play games, and relevant to this podcast, love to save money!  I don’t mean to imply we are cheap, but we are frugal.   Knowing that, I wanted to introduce you to a new friend, Tim Walker.  Tim has a website where he provides information on how to maximize our savings while traveling.  He also teaches how to maximize the power of using travel points and other rewa...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>I know two things for certain about Sojourners, yeah 3…  Sojourners love to eat, love to play games, and relevant to this podcast, love to save money!  I don’t mean to imply we are cheap, but we are frugal.  </p><p>Knowing that, I wanted to introduce you to a new friend, Tim Walker.  Tim has a website where he provides information on how to maximize our savings while traveling.  He also teaches how to maximize the power of using travel points and other rewards from credit card companies.  He isn’t sponsored or paid by any company, he just understands the cost of traveling and associated activities.  </p><p>I encourage you to take a few minutes to listen to him as he shares some insights.  I also encourage you to visit his web site where you can learn more about Tim and his information,  His website at <a href='https://www.travelmultiplier.com'>https://www.travelmultiplier.com</a>.</p><p>You can contact Tim directly at tim@travelmultiplier.com.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>I know two things for certain about Sojourners, yeah 3…  Sojourners love to eat, love to play games, and relevant to this podcast, love to save money!  I don’t mean to imply we are cheap, but we are frugal.  </p><p>Knowing that, I wanted to introduce you to a new friend, Tim Walker.  Tim has a website where he provides information on how to maximize our savings while traveling.  He also teaches how to maximize the power of using travel points and other rewards from credit card companies.  He isn’t sponsored or paid by any company, he just understands the cost of traveling and associated activities.  </p><p>I encourage you to take a few minutes to listen to him as he shares some insights.  I also encourage you to visit his web site where you can learn more about Tim and his information,  His website at <a href='https://www.travelmultiplier.com'>https://www.travelmultiplier.com</a>.</p><p>You can contact Tim directly at tim@travelmultiplier.com.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>A Conversation With Robert Barber of State of the Unknown</itunes:title>
    <title>A Conversation With Robert Barber of State of the Unknown</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail I’m taking a bit of a departure from the “normal” topic of RV's and traveling, but I think you’ll enjoy it.  If you like good mysteries, perhaps good spooky or science fiction stories, then this episode, and the podcast channel will appeal to you.  I have a conversation with Robert Barber, host of the podcast, “State of the Unknown”, a fun, entertaining, and informative show that features folklore, legends, myths, and stories from all over the United States.   ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>I’m taking a bit of a departure from the “normal” topic of RV&apos;s and traveling, but I think you’ll enjoy it.  If you like good mysteries, perhaps good spooky or science fiction stories, then this episode, and the podcast channel will appeal to you.  I have a conversation with Robert Barber, host of the podcast, “State of the Unknown”, a fun, entertaining, and informative show that features folklore, legends, myths, and stories from all over the United States.  </p><p>Robert has a wonderful talent for storytelling. He does thorough research that helps bring stories to life.  He also offers additional insights into how a story could happen and how it began.</p><p>I encourage you to listen and, if you are in the area of the topic of the story, give it a visit and share your experiences.</p><p>You can find the podcast, State of the Unknown, on all podcast outlets.  Just search for the name State of the Unknown.  You can also find more information on Robert’s Facebook Page.  And when you find it, listen and follow so you’ll be updated on new episodes.</p><p>Here&apos;s a direct link to his podcast on Buzzsprout.</p><p>https://stateoftheunknown.buzzsprout.com/</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>I’m taking a bit of a departure from the “normal” topic of RV&apos;s and traveling, but I think you’ll enjoy it.  If you like good mysteries, perhaps good spooky or science fiction stories, then this episode, and the podcast channel will appeal to you.  I have a conversation with Robert Barber, host of the podcast, “State of the Unknown”, a fun, entertaining, and informative show that features folklore, legends, myths, and stories from all over the United States.  </p><p>Robert has a wonderful talent for storytelling. He does thorough research that helps bring stories to life.  He also offers additional insights into how a story could happen and how it began.</p><p>I encourage you to listen and, if you are in the area of the topic of the story, give it a visit and share your experiences.</p><p>You can find the podcast, State of the Unknown, on all podcast outlets.  Just search for the name State of the Unknown.  You can also find more information on Robert’s Facebook Page.  And when you find it, listen and follow so you’ll be updated on new episodes.</p><p>Here&apos;s a direct link to his podcast on Buzzsprout.</p><p>https://stateoftheunknown.buzzsprout.com/</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>A Conversation With B.T. Irwin of the Christian Chronicle Newspaper</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail I am thrilled when I hear passion in the voice of people as they discuss their life and how they help others overcome challenges to hope.  Such is the case with my guest in this episode.  I am having a conversation with BT Irwin of the Christian Chronicle Newspaper.   BT is the host of the Christian Chronical Podcast.  In our conversation he shares the mission of the Christian Chronicle and podcast.  He aslo shares his thoughts on hope.  I invite...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>I am thrilled when I hear passion in the voice of people as they discuss their life and how they help others overcome challenges to hope.  Such is the case with my guest in this episode.  I am having a conversation with BT Irwin of the Christian Chronicle Newspaper.  </p><p>BT is the host of the Christian Chronical Podcast.  In our conversation he shares the mission of the Christian Chronicle and podcast.  He aslo shares his thoughts on hope.  I invite you to listen to the realization he came to about true and lasting hope as he recovered from the death of his dad.  He truly has a compelling story worthy of our time to listen.</p><p>You can learn more about the Christian Chronicle Newspaper and subscribe to it at no cost by going to:  https://christianchronicle.org/.  </p><p>The Christian Chronicle Podcast is available through all the major podcast outlets. </p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>I am thrilled when I hear passion in the voice of people as they discuss their life and how they help others overcome challenges to hope.  Such is the case with my guest in this episode.  I am having a conversation with BT Irwin of the Christian Chronicle Newspaper.  </p><p>BT is the host of the Christian Chronical Podcast.  In our conversation he shares the mission of the Christian Chronicle and podcast.  He aslo shares his thoughts on hope.  I invite you to listen to the realization he came to about true and lasting hope as he recovered from the death of his dad.  He truly has a compelling story worthy of our time to listen.</p><p>You can learn more about the Christian Chronicle Newspaper and subscribe to it at no cost by going to:  https://christianchronicle.org/.  </p><p>The Christian Chronicle Podcast is available through all the major podcast outlets. </p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>A Conversation With Shawn Hull of the Cherokee Home for Children</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail Shawn Hull is the Executive Director for the Cherokee Home for Children.  Sojourners are very knowledgeable of this ministry as we have sojourns there every year.   Shawn expresses his gratitude for our mission and explains how Cherokee helps children find true and lasting hope in our Lord. This podcast was originally posted on my podcast page, Our Journey to Hope.  I thought our Sojourner family might also enjoy listening to it so I've posted here as well. I i...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Shawn Hull is the Executive Director for the Cherokee Home for Children.  Sojourners are very knowledgeable of this ministry as we have sojourns there every year.  </p><p>Shawn expresses his gratitude for our mission and explains how Cherokee helps children find true and lasting hope in our Lord.</p><p>This podcast was originally posted on my podcast page, Our Journey to Hope.  I thought our Sojourner family might also enjoy listening to it so I&apos;ve posted here as well.</p><p>I invite you to listen and share as we travel with a purpose.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Shawn Hull is the Executive Director for the Cherokee Home for Children.  Sojourners are very knowledgeable of this ministry as we have sojourns there every year.  </p><p>Shawn expresses his gratitude for our mission and explains how Cherokee helps children find true and lasting hope in our Lord.</p><p>This podcast was originally posted on my podcast page, Our Journey to Hope.  I thought our Sojourner family might also enjoy listening to it so I&apos;ve posted here as well.</p><p>I invite you to listen and share as we travel with a purpose.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>A Discussion About Camp Bee and Sojourning With Dave and Lynne Laton</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail Camp Bee is a treasure for Sojourners and our Lord's Kingdom.  It is where our administrative office is but more importantly, it is a place for Sojourners to come refresh, enjoy fellowship, and plan activities in God's service. We invite you to come visit Camp Bee, especially if you are someone thinking about becoming a Sojourner.  Camp Bee is located just off I-20 in Marshall, Texas.  The physical location is  at 5554 Cooks Road.  This beautiful faci...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Camp Bee is a treasure for Sojourners and our Lord&apos;s Kingdom.  It is where our administrative office is but more importantly, it is a place for Sojourners to come refresh, enjoy fellowship, and plan activities in God&apos;s service.</p><p>We invite you to come visit Camp Bee, especially if you are someone thinking about becoming a Sojourner.  Camp Bee is located just off I-20 in Marshall, Texas.  The physical location is  at 5554 Cooks Road.  This beautiful facility has lots of RV hookups and 8 cabins.  It is located between Shreveport, Louisiana and Longview, Texas.</p><p>If you do plan to visit, please let the office know.  We&apos;ll be waiting for you.  The phone number to the office is:  (903) 935-5742.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Camp Bee is a treasure for Sojourners and our Lord&apos;s Kingdom.  It is where our administrative office is but more importantly, it is a place for Sojourners to come refresh, enjoy fellowship, and plan activities in God&apos;s service.</p><p>We invite you to come visit Camp Bee, especially if you are someone thinking about becoming a Sojourner.  Camp Bee is located just off I-20 in Marshall, Texas.  The physical location is  at 5554 Cooks Road.  This beautiful facility has lots of RV hookups and 8 cabins.  It is located between Shreveport, Louisiana and Longview, Texas.</p><p>If you do plan to visit, please let the office know.  We&apos;ll be waiting for you.  The phone number to the office is:  (903) 935-5742.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Send us Fan Mail Hello friends and welcome to "Travel With a Purpose" a podcast designed to keep Sojourners and friends informed, entertained, and inspired. This episode is a reintroduction of the National Evangelism With Sojourners, commonly referred to as Sojourners.  I invite you to listen to this podcast and to follow our podcast as together we travel with a purpose. Support the show If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the sho...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Hello friends and welcome to &quot;Travel With a Purpose&quot; a podcast designed to keep Sojourners and friends informed, entertained, and inspired.</p><p>This episode is a reintroduction of the National Evangelism With Sojourners, commonly referred to as Sojourners.  I invite you to listen to this podcast and to follow our podcast as together we travel with a purpose.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2505275/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Hello friends and welcome to &quot;Travel With a Purpose&quot; a podcast designed to keep Sojourners and friends informed, entertained, and inspired.</p><p>This episode is a reintroduction of the National Evangelism With Sojourners, commonly referred to as Sojourners.  I invite you to listen to this podcast and to follow our podcast as together we travel with a purpose.</p><p><a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Support the show</b></a></p><p>If today’s episode has resonated with you or helped you in any way, and you’d like to support the show so we can continue to bring you new and free content, I’ve set up an account on <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/davelaton'><b>Buy Me a Coffee</b></a>. Through this easy-to-use donation-based tool, you can support the podcast with monetary donations in increments of $5.  I truly apprecite your support.  All donations receive a shoutout as a way of saying thank you. </p><p>To learn more about Sojourners or to request help from us, please visit our website at: <a href='https://sojourning.org'>https://sojourning.org</a>.  You can also find information on the web page about how to become a Sojourner.   </p><p>Remember, we glorify God in all things as we travel with a purppose.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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