by JemB | May 12, 2018 | Family, Ponderings
I grew up in a wonderful neighborhood in central New Jersey. Grandmom, and later my Uncle, lived in the house next door. I remember our sprawling yard, games of kickball and softball with the neighbors, and riding bikes to my friend’s house around the corner....
by JemB | May 7, 2018 | Disability, Family, Instructions for Life, Lessons Learned, Marriage, Marriage Monday, Ministry, Vulnerability
Once upon a time, though this is a true story, I facilitated an informal support group of wives married to men with disabilities. Most of the ladies were older than me, most had little exposure to disability prior to their husband’s accident or illness. None of...
by JemB | Apr 30, 2018 | Family, Marriage, Marriage Monday, Ponderings
Someday I will tally the actual amount of time that Jerry and I have lived alone since we were married, but for now I estimate it is about three years out of 23. We have had family, friends, and people in need live with us. Those experiences taught us a lot about...
by JemB | Apr 23, 2018 | Bible, Family, Instructions for Life, Lessons Learned, Marriage, Marriage Monday, Ponderings
I am glad you stopped by Marriage Monday. You are in for a treat – my first guest blogger. And he is none other than my own husband, Jerry. You’ve heard plenty about him from me, now hear from him directly. I am sure you’ll understand more why I...
by JemB | Apr 16, 2018 | Family, Instructions for Life, Lessons Learned, Marriage, Marriage Monday, Vulnerability
We had had a couple of long months. Preparation for one of our largest ministry events of the year took much of my emotional strength. Jerry was representing the ministry at a significant conference in Washington DC that same weekend. At home, my mother was in her...
by JemB | Apr 9, 2018 | Family, Instructions for Life, Lessons Learned, Marriage, Marriage Monday
Jerry and I are alike in so many ways, but love languages is not one of them. His is words of affirmation. I, according to my husband, am multi-lingual. Depending on the day, mood and circumstances I may need some time spent together, a hug, or to have him join me on...
