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For 13 years I have stood on stages all across America and Canada and sung the gospel. I have never wanted to do anything else, and God has seen fit to allow me to live out my dream. My years with the Kingsmen and now with the Carolina Boys Quartet have been both trying and rewarding, however the time has come to move on to a new chapter of my life.

Many don't know that my wife and I lost our first child earlier this year due to miscarriage. As a result, she had to undergo emergency surgery which could potentially prevent us from having children. She and I both have been dealing with the emotional loss of this little one, and thru it all she has been a real trooper. She admits having bouts of depression over this, which has made it increasingly hard to leave home each week. Recently, she had a doctor's appointment to determine whether we can still have children, but due to my road schedule I was unable to attend the procedure with her. This bothered me deeply and made me realize that the time has come to be a husband first. After the prayers of our families and close friends, her tests came back positive, indicating we are able to conceive.

We feel that God has answered this prayer for us to be able to have children, and also feel it is God's way of saying it's time to be at home. The rigors of the road have taken their toll on me physically, mentally, and spiritually, and I don't mind telling you, I'm tired! Couple the trauma that Paula and I were dealt earlier this year with the demands of running a group, and you can perhaps understand my exhaustion.

I know you will be asking, "what will you be doing now?" I can honestly say, "I have no idea!" But in September, 2001, I saw the Lord work wonderful miracles in our lives when the picture looked bleakest. I had no idea what I would do upon the retirement of the Kingsmen name. The Lord worked all that out, and I have no doubt He will take care of us now.

Ray Reese and the rest of the Carolina Boys Quartet have been fantastic to understand our decision. I encourage you to continue to support them in all their endeavors, as I know I will be.

Blessings On You!
Parker Jonathan

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