Remembering Dad With Ron’s Hamburger And Chili

 Hey Friends,

On November 7, 2009, my Dad made the first post here on the blog. It was titled a "Tasty Test", read it here.

There, he wrote about his favorite burger from Ron's Hamburger and Chili in Oklahoma. He loved their Double Big Daddy Cheeseburger! Daddy could rattle off his exact Ron's order and make us all crave burgers. 

In the fall of 2013, we went on a diet. We purposed to not eat pizza or burgers for one year. That was our favorite food, and also the easiest food to find while traveling. 

September 1st, 2013, was the last burger or pizza Dad ate. He kept setting goals farther in the future before he would do it again.

His massive love for a Double Big Daddy never waned. He dreamed and craved it until the end. Dad could tell almost down to the moment that he ate at Ron's on September 1st, 2013. 

Yesterday was 11 months since Dad went to Heaven. He can now eat whatever he wants!

 In honor of Dad, we went to one of his favorite Ron's locations in Sand Springs.  Mom and I split a Double Big Daddy! It was just as good as Dad remembered!

Our precious family friends, Terry and Sis. Joy Cummins joined us for our special lunch. It was great to honor Dad with wonderful people. We reminisced and made new memories.

Here are some pictures from yesterday's lunch. Thanks to Terry for buying our meal! You are still a BRAT! 🤣

Thanks for joining me today. Now you are craving a great cheeseburger. A Ron’s Double Big Daddy 2 1/2 pound patties, 2 pieces of cheese, mustard, pickles and fried onions.

See you tomorrow. 

Odie

Remembering Bro. Robert F. Dotson

 Hey Friends,

Thanks for joining me. Today we are remembering a dear friend. Dad had another reunion a few days ago. 

Sunday morning we learned that one of our friends slipped into Heaven. Bro. Robert F. Dotson was a faithful fixture at Dryden Road Pentecostal Church! 

He has been there all of my 37 years at DRPC.  I loved to watch the Lord cover him up with the Holy Ghost during a move of God!

The last several years his seat was on the front seat right by the sisw door. He would often great me as I entered the sanctuary. Sometimes we were both going up the ramp at the same time. He was always so friendly.   

Bro. Bob was our resident poet at church. Bro. Bennie often called on him to give us a poem at church, and he was always ready. 

He was a prayer warrior. He always requested prayer for ministers or missionaries and his family. Bro. Bob also loved to encourage others. He would text poems and scriptures on a regular basis. The last poem I received was on Friday afternoon. 

Bro. Bob will be greatly missed by all of his family and friends! Here is a link to his obituary. Please join me in praying for his wife Sis. Linda, their sons and all the family. The funeral will be Thursday at noon. 

I will see my friend again soon!! Heaven grows sweeter all the time!

Odie

GoodNews Christian School Update

 Hey Friends,

Recently Mom received an update message from Nigeria. They are making great progress on the new school building. 

Phase 3 is currently underway. They are now working on the top floor! We are thrilled for our dear friends!

This is a project and ministry that was near and dear to my Daddy's heart! He loved this Christian School and its mission to educate children. Most of all to teach them about Christ. 

Boggs Family Ministries and our friends have supported the GoodNews Christian School since the beginning. Dad had already committed to helping with their latest building project, before his passing. 

Mom and I wanted to keep BFM's commitment to GoodNews. We are thankful to report, God has blessed us! Many of you have helped us continue donating to their school!

They want Mom to come for the dedication of the new building. They want to honor Dad. Mom and a Boggs Family Ministries Team were scheduled to go in November. 

A few weeks ago Mom decided to postpone the Nigeria trip this year. We still have questions about my ongoing health issues, and I may need surgery later this fall. Mom thought it was best not to continue planning the trip for now. 

Please continue to join us in praying for our precious friends in Nigeria. They are our family in God. We desire for Him to bless and help them daily! May God bless and use the ministry of GoodNews Christian School to touch countless lives for the kingdom of God. 

Thanks for reading. God bless you! I will close with the updated pictures of phase 3. 

Odie

Next Step Project Artwork

 Hey Friends,

Thanks for joining me today! Did you see our announcement on Saturday? Our new project, titled The Next Step, was released late Friday night. 

It is available now for digital download. Wherever you enjoy getting your digital music, you can search for Kelly Jo and Odie. 

Thank you to many of you, who have already let us know that you are enjoying it. Your calls, text, coments and emails are very encouraging to us! We definitely appreciate you taking time to listen to the project and let us know your feedback! 

For a brief moment Saturday it was number 15 on the iTunes charts under the Christian releases. Thanks to Ethan Morris for pointing that out to me! I knew it would be short-lived, but I think it's pretty cool!

 Here are just a few of the links where you can find The Next Step to add it to your library.

Apple Music 

YouTube

Spotify   

Amazon

iTunes Store 

The direct link is not working for iTunes. If you go on the iTunes Store app, you can search for Kelly Jo and Odie. The Next Step project will come up.

We are excited to offer new music. Our Christmas album was the last one we released, and that was in 2013. Our hope and prayer is that you enjoy and receive strength from these songs! These lyrics have helped us find strength to take our next steps.

The Next Step Digital Artwork

Today, I wanted to post the artwork that accompanies this project. Thanks to my cousin Lauren Osborn for her hard work! She designed this artwork! We think she did a fabulous job!

I am a lover of digital music! But I do dearly miss holding the physical album artwork in my hands! I used to devour every word that was printed on a cover, CD or case. Now you get to enjoy the artwork along with our digital music. 

Cover

Story Behind The project 

Davy and Tracking Day Team

Special Thanks

Contact Info and Credits

Song List and Information 

Physical CD's and USB Drives are ordered. They will be available for order here on the website, in the coming weeks! Stay tuned for that announcement too. 

Thanks for reading! Please feel free to share this post with someone!

Odie

A Ray Sunshine

 Hey Friends,

We completed our Southern trip yesterday. Mom and I set out on this tour on August 23, and we pulled back into my driveway on September 22. I thank God for safe travels and no car trouble! That is definitely an answer to many prayers. 

Right before I started typing this post, I crawled into my bed, and it felt good to be home! I love that we still get to travel! I thank God for my beautiful home, and I never forget His gift to me.

In the last month, we visited five different states. We attended many church services, during which we had the opportunity to see several family members and friends. It was a wonderful month! I am so thankful for all the blessings God has given us during the trip!

As I told you yesterday, the tent revival ended with an unexpected storm! We were unable to take the tent down on Saturday as planned. 

The tent needed to be completely dry before it could be packed away. This was the first for us; we left a city while the tent was still up in the air. 

The tent is in the capable hands of Pastor Scott Morris and the members of First Assembly in Richton.  They understand the importance of packing it away correctly. Bro. Scott was well equipped to get the job done.

Thankfully, it was dried out, and they were able to put it away last night. Mom and I felt bad about not being there to help them with the task, but they did a great job! 

Sis.  Kim Morris text us this picture last night. This was taken during tent take down. 

What a beautiful ray of sunshine! I am so grateful for everything the Lord accomplished during tent revival last week! Thank you to Pastor Scott Morris and Richton First Assembly for having tent revival this year, and including Boggs Family Ministries! It was an honor to be part of tent revival once again! We love you all!

Thank you for reading! I will see you tomorrow.

Odie

Richton Tent Revival 2025 Friday The Isaacs

 Hey Friends,

Friday night was the grand finale of the tent revival in Richton, Mississippi. Dad’s vision for tent revivals continues, and it was great to see God moving! This revival was a wonderful tribute to Dad!

Friday, we had an excellent service. The Isaacs were there to sing for the service. Right before start time, everything was set up. The crowd gathered in. The heavens opened up! We thought it was a quick shower that would soon pass. Boy, were we wrong! 

The storm decided to stay for the long haul! The Isaacs were troopers! Pastor Scott Morris offered to cancel the service. The Isaacs would not have it.  They were there to sing, and sing they did!

The crowd gathered under the tent and a pavilion in the park. Several peoples were helping cover speakers and hold protection over The Isaacs equipment. We are thankful for everybody’s help!

The Isaacs handle it with grace. They sang their hearts out. We had a great time of worship. It was a special night! We will remember for a long time!

After an hour of singing, the rain let up. Bro. Scott Morris decided to end the service so they could get everything packed up.

Here are pictures from several contributors. Thanks to Deidre, Karen, Ethan and Selah for letting me use your photos along with mine. I hope you are ready for a picture overload. It was a great night and well documented.

Saturday September 20th, was Aunt Lily’s birthday. We celebrated with her a little bit. 

The Morris’s decided to celebrate my birthday a few weeks early. Thanks friends for the yummy cookie cake!

Just a couple of selfies Becky left on my phone. 

Richton Tent Revival 2025 was wonderful. We will never know everything that was accomplished. It was wonderful to see many souls saved and lives touched! It was a pleasure for Mom and me to be part of revival under the Blue and White Gospel Tent! 

Thank you for reading!

Odie