When He Leaves Home
My oldest son will be moving out of the house in a few weeks to rent an apartment with a…
Articles by Joe MacDonald
Forgiveness Is Not a Dirty Word
Recently, I discussed an issue with several men with whom I meet on Monday mornings. We talk about various…
We Still Carry Scars
A few years ago, “MacDonald the Younger,” his mom, and I went to his yearly checkup with the…
When Life Changes for the Better, Possibilities Are Endless
February 2014 was a significant time in the life of my family. For years we saw our younger…
Be Careful What You Say and Do!
My wife and I learned early to be careful when discussing the struggles we share in caregiving. Sometimes…
Ready, Set … Off to the Hospital?!
So, we are in the car. Everyone is in their respective seats. We are all looking forward to…
The Unique MacDonald Family Vocabulary
Every family speaks their own language. Mine certainly does. It is like a secret code that is unbreakable…
Why Am I So Angry?
In past columns, I discussed my frustrations when anger rears its ugly head out of the shadows…
Removing Port Number 7
This week, we will consult with the surgeon who will have placed and removed six of my son’s…
We Will Continue to Rebuild Our Lives
February 2014 proved to host the last bleed “MacDonald the Younger” faced thus far. The treatment plan created…