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About scottandjody

Scott and Jody have been married since 1978 and have six adult children and four grandchildren. Scott worked as a CPA for over 32 years and Jody was a homeschooling mom. They have been serving as missionaries in Quito, Ecuador since 2014.

Christmas Bird Counts

Posted on January 16, 2013 by scottandjody

Our oldest daughter, Vjera Thompson, shares a favorite holiday tradition in a second guest blog by one of our “kids.” Like many people, I’m sure you have breathed a sigh of relief now that the holidays are over.  Although it’s … Continue reading →

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Christmas Newsletter & Photo

Posted on December 21, 2012 by scottandjody

Yes, we’re still here in Oregon.  No, we don’t know when we’re leaving (although God does). But, lacking more exciting news, here’s our 2012 Christmas letter plus a photo of ALL thirteen of us, taken at Thad & Corrie’s wedding … Continue reading →

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White Porches

Posted on December 11, 2012 by scottandjody

For the first in what will (hopefully) be a series of blog posts written by our children, please follow the link below to read our daughter Hope’s reflections on our recent West Virginia trip:   Hope’s Blog (views best in … Continue reading →

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A Wedding

Posted on December 8, 2012 by scottandjody

Our son Thad married Corrie Sizemore November 17 here in Eugene. The wedding was simple and lovely.  The reception had good food, time to talk, public comments by friends and family, a hilarious Newlywed Game, and some fun line dancing. … Continue reading →

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Quilting

Posted on December 7, 2012 by scottandjody

What kind of crazy people cut up fabric just to sew it back together?  Quilters! I (Jody) have been a quilter for more than 20 years.  I enjoy beautiful fabrics, the many wonderful designs, and the unexpectedness of how my … Continue reading →

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Fall 2012 Newsletter

Posted on November 1, 2012 by scottandjody

Our Fall newsletter has been emailed, and the snail mail edition will be in the mail soon.  (Those get a hand-written note, so take a bit longer.) If  you’d like to receive our newsletter directly, please contact us.  We would be glad to … Continue reading →

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Forrest or Scott?

Posted on October 30, 2012 by scottandjody

What’s In A Name? Some of you may be wondering “What’s with the ‘(Forrest) Scott’?  Is it “Forrest” or is it “Scott?”  And “What should I call him?” It’s pretty simple.  His name is Forrest Scott Arnold.  His mother wanted … Continue reading →

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Encouraging Words

Posted on October 7, 2012 by scottandjody

Around the end of August we received an email from former missionaries to Ecuador, relatives of members of our church.  They spoke of their fond memories of Ecuador and Quito, and also of the cooperative relationship HCJB Global had with … Continue reading →

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December 9, 1994

Posted on September 19, 2012 by scottandjody

I (Jody) wrote this to include in our 1994 Christmas letter. Every day is different, of course, but this is pretty typical of our lives 18 years ago.  I only did this once–it was a LOT of work.  Now, of … Continue reading →

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Unicon 16

Posted on September 4, 2012 by scottandjody

If you’ve ever wondered what people do at unicycle conventions/competitions, here are some great videos of the best riders in the world from Unicon 16 this summer in Brixen/Bressanone, Italy. We have been to two Unicons and they are a … Continue reading →

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