Halloween Brings Back Memories of a Hospital Staff’s Kindness
On Monday, the preschool at my church celebrated Halloween, complete with little goblins, ghosts, and other assorted creatures. The children…
Articles by Joe MacDonald
How My Son Caeleb’s Birth Foreshadowed His Strength
Last week, I wrote about the bond I formed immediately with my oldest son, Julian. Caeleb, my youngest son,…
Celebrating a Father-son Bond, Even Before Birth
From the time my wife found out she was pregnant, we celebrated a ritual each evening until the birth of…
Why I Say ‘Yes’ to the Bleeding Disorders Community
Recently, I opened an email from a company inviting me to share my insights regarding bleeding disorders and how…
Witnessing My Son’s Strength at a Marching Band Competition
My son Caeleb participated in a marching band competition this past Saturday. He plays the keyboard in the pit…
As a Caregiver, I’m Learning to Turn Pity Parties Into Moments of Joy
I discovered that I have a talent unlike any other. I’m a world champion at throwing pity parties. When times…
With Hemophilia, Sometimes You Have to Accept Things as They Are
This morning I walked with my youngest son, Caeleb, into his school. He depended on a walker to help…
Walking Down a Hospital Hallway Brings Back Memories
This morning, I took my 16-year-old son, Caeleb, to physical therapy at Carrie Tingley Hospital in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
When Two Caregivers Meet, We Recognize Each Other
Last week, I visited an outstanding church member in a local hospital. When I arrived, I saw a friend in…
Sometimes as a Caregiver, I Learn From My Son
As I entered my son’s bedroom this morning to turn on his light and wake him up, I heard him…