My adult sons’ different answers when asked about their needs
Last night, I had very little left in the tank. The past few weeks have brought unique challenges and responsibilities…
Articles by Joe MacDonald
Lyrics from ‘Wicked’ remind me of our journey with hemophilia
I’m a big fan of the stage version of “Wicked.” In the opening of the second act, Glinda…
Managing finances often proves difficult in life with hemophilia
The added expenses of a bleeding disorder — beyond medical costs — are rarely discussed in our community. Yes, I’m…
Saying goodbye to my therapist is both exciting and frightening
As my family started contemplating the people and routines we’ll leave behind in our upcoming job change and move,…
A program focused on empowering parents helped us early on
When our oldest son, Julian, was about 6 years old, the hemophilia treatment center (HTC) in Houston invited my wife,…
Moving for a job isn’t as frightening as it used to be
I’m a pastor in the United Methodist Church, where the one constant we share is change. In our denomination, pastors…
A difficult first semester of college taught my son valuable lessons
On Monday, my youngest son, Caeleb, will begin his second semester as a freshman at the University of New Mexico.
By giving back to our community, we can help dispel loneliness
Many of us resume our schedules after the holidays, when we start a new year. We recommit ourselves to following…
Remembering the time all seemed lost and we found a sprig of hope
In winter, when the trees no longer hold their leaves, and the cold and shorter days can make us feel…
Celebrating my life partner and best friend on our anniversary
As I write this column, it’s my 32nd wedding anniversary. I met my wife, Cazandra, when we were in…