Maintaining Gratitude Through a Spirit of Thanks-living
Let’s face it. This year contains one struggle after another. We continue to ask the same questions: “How do we…
Articles by Joe MacDonald
Life Lessons in the MacDonald Home
We all live according to life lessons. Not every way by which we govern our lives proves useful or affirming,…
Encountering Difficult People
One day, my youngest son, whom we affectionately call “MacDonald the Younger,” and I flew to a hemophilia conference.
Choosing Which Factor Products to Use Was a Community Effort
Early in the life of our son “MacDonald the Elder,” we came face to face with one of our first…
What Are You Thankful For?
I love the months of October and November. Leaves change colors, and the air is crisp and cool. It also…
Watch for Curves
Wouldn’t it have been nice to receive an instruction manual when first diagnosed? The doctor might share a blueprint, surefire…
Rest for the Weary
Life in the hospital can overwhelm us and leave us beaten down, as if we fought a war to end…
The Unexpected Moments When Hemophilia Strikes
I will never forget the night I was ordained as an elder in full connection in the United Methodist…
I Am Blessed With a Strong Community
When our youngest son, whom we affectionately call “MacDonald the Younger,” was diagnosed with hemophilia, my wife and I didn’t…
Developing a Strong Work Ethic With Hemophilia
From early on, we find success by developing a strong work ethic. Some of us come by it naturally, while…