For Meaning

Jay Asher, a God-fearing Christian, looks back on his life from his journals written from the time he was ten years old through his senior year in high school. He lives in the small city of Deer Park, Washington with his Grandma and mom who is battling Multiple sclerosis. Where is dad? Jay's mom is always upset when he asks about his dad. Through Jay's eyes, as a Christian living in the modern world, relive the fun-times of his childhood and the struggles of growing up as a teen. Discover how he overcomes peer pressure and temptation. He is not perfect and learns many lessons that he hopes others may benefit from. Jay is a warm-hearted, caring and bright individual who loves Jesus faithfully. His interests include church, Bible studies, karate, taking photographs, fishing and camping. Jay pals around with Billie and Billie's kid sister Kaylee, who tags along. New neighbors, the Sanchez's, move in across the street. What new friends will he meet? What new adventures await him? Jay believes there is a reason for everything. God places people in our life-path at different times to help us grow. First Baptist Church of Deer Park is not fictional but a very real church that Jay attends. There are real people from this congregation who you will find intermingling with the characters of this novel.