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A Diagnosis After Twenty-Eight and a Half Years

Family, From the Couch, Novel News and Progress June 23, 2025 6 Comments

July 8th has always been special to me. It’s the date of my youngest sibling’s birthday. Of course, all my other siblings’ birthdays are special too. Later in life, July 8th became more special when I found out it was the birthday of one of my favorite aunt-in-laws!

July 8th secured its place in my affections one more time two weeks ago. On July 8, 2024, I got some big news. I finally received a diagnosis regarding my health! I was diagnosed with a condition that may be the root cause of my chronic health problems that started twenty-eight and a half years ago and that has kept me mostly housebound since 2008. […]

7 Ways to Prevent Loneliness in Your Husband

Marriage April 14, 2025 8 Comments

A fundamental way to love your husband is to be there for him. There is much that can be done to give our time and attention and keep our men from feeling alone. Some are small things. Some are big. Here are seven things that could help. […]

A Peek Inside a Young Man’s Heart

Children, Culture, Family, Free Verse October 6, 2018 9 Comments

The following was written by our eighteen year old son. I asked him if I could share it, and he graciously said yes. It’s sweet and touching. I like that it contains ideas that seems to be fading from today’s culture. I love that his heart leans towards doing well and honoring and cherishing a lady. I praise God for the gentleman our son is becoming.

A Boy A Man and A Gentleman […]