Finding common ground with my son outside the hemophilia world
My oldest son, Julian, is preparing for a big audition. He hopes the casting director will hear his submission and…
Articles by Joe MacDonald
Taking time to rest and recharge is crucial for me as a caregiver
Over the next few weeks, I’m taking a short sabbatical. I realized I needed time to regroup, rest, and…
As my adult son moves back home, medicine fills our fridge once again
On Tuesday morning of last week, as I sat at my desk sifting through emails and attempting to plan my…
Old DVD recordings bring back forgotten memories
Recently, I came across an old DVD recording of a Fourth of July celebration on a hot summer day in…
How my own past trauma helped my son to heal
In middle school, I faced bullies just about every day. I often experienced physical violence during the three years I…
All was not equal when I taught my 2 sons to shave
When it came time to teach my oldest son, Julian, how to shave, I chickened out. The thought of putting…
Ready, set — oh no, my ankle hurts and it’s my senior year!
Last Friday, my youngest son, Caeleb, finished the first week of his final year in high school. He’s a mighty…
Why I’m changing how I respond to hemophilia complications
Several of my recent columns centered on my frustration with hemophilia entering my sons’ lives at the most…
Seeing my oldest son among his tribe fills me with joy
My youngest son, Caeleb, and I made the 500-mile journey from our home in New Mexico to Alpine, Texas, last…
Preparing for my son’s senior year of high school brings hope
Oh, my goodness! My youngest son, Caeleb, is preparing for a wonderful senior year of high school. It seems like…