Moving Forward Despite Hemophilia Battle Fatigue
Boxes, boxes, and more boxes! We can’t seem to find a way to sift through the endless sea of those…
Articles by Joe MacDonald
When I Hear ‘Hey, Padre!’ I Know All is Right in My World
“Hey, Padre!” I hear those words, and all is right with the world. These words are what my eldest son…
Hemophilia Camp Sparks Joy in My Son
My son gets off the bus. I look at his face, hoping to see an indication of how his…
The Lessons Our Son Taught Us One Day at the Pool
My wife and I sat by the pool and watched our 3-year-old super fish glide through the water. The skill…
Finding the Meaning in the Word ‘Team’
I am originally from Texas, so I know the meaning of the word “team.” The Lone Star State reveres sports…
We Are Mighty as We Face Hemophilia Challenges Together
Some of my most enjoyable moments are guy times with my boys. We laugh, we attempt to keep the house…
Finding Answers Together
Both of my sons have expressed frustration at having a bleeding disorder. After experiencing a problematic infusion, each has cried…
Finding Our Way, with Community
I held my son, my firstborn, in my arms. From outward appearances, no one could guess that he had…
My First Moments
There are moments that forever alter lives. Sometimes we celebrate educational goals, while others encounter the excitement of new love.