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What I ask when I feel offended…

October 24, 2021 · Leave a comment ·

When I feel offended by something or learn new information that goes against what I currently believe, I’ve learned to embrace this perfect opportunity to sit in that feeling for … Continue reading What I ask when I feel offended…

Maybe there’s little to fear…

October 20, 2021November 22, 2021 · Leave a comment ·

I have found myself so much more at peace since discovering this truth: The other party isn’t my enemy, isn’t out to destroy our country, and isn’t evil. It’s so … Continue reading Maybe there’s little to fear…

There are Stories to Tell and Lives to Save

June 26, 2021June 29, 2021 · 3 Comments ·

“I know more about Krabbe than I’ll ever know about Collin.” Kevin Cushman My friend, Kevin, made this statement at a recent Krabbe panel in which we both participated and … Continue reading There are Stories to Tell and Lives to Save

Being Misunderstood & Offering Grace

June 3, 2021June 3, 2021 · 1 Comment ·

I’ve felt compassion for – and grace toward – many decision-makers in our country lately. There’s one in particular with whom I feel a kinship of sorts because of how … Continue reading Being Misunderstood & Offering Grace

More Than a Van

May 26, 2021June 3, 2021 · 1 Comment ·

In July 2015 we purchased our (2011) blue van in order to better transport Tori and her growing equipment needs. It was a gift to us from those who had … Continue reading More Than a Van

Act 133 of 2020: Implemented!

May 24, 2021May 24, 2021 · 3 Comments ·

I’ve already posted about this on social media and on LDNBS.org but it felt necessary to also include it here because this is a monumental day. Today Pennsylvania became the … Continue reading Act 133 of 2020: Implemented!

Immortality? Pass.

May 10, 2021May 8, 2021 · Leave a comment ·

Immortality is a frequent topic in movies, books, and conversations. What would you do if you were immortal, if you were able to live on this earth forever? Would you … Continue reading Immortality? Pass.

The Brevity of Life

May 8, 2021 · 3 Comments ·

I’ve been thinking about death more than usual over the past year. And it’s not what you may be thinking. It all started with Tori. Before her diagnosis I don’t … Continue reading The Brevity of Life

Coronaversary

March 13, 2021March 13, 2021 · Leave a comment ·

March 13th is the official “Coronaversary” for us because it’s the day that things started to shift in our family’s life. As that date approaches, I’ve been reflecting on all … Continue reading Coronaversary

Past vs. Future

January 23, 2021January 23, 2021 · 5 Comments ·

Don’t let someone’s failure in the past prevent you from seeing what could be a beautiful future.

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