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...
by JemB | Mar 19, 2018 | Instructions for Life, Lessons Learned, Marriage, Marriage Monday, Ponderings
“You can do it AJ.” (pronounced as one word, coined by my nephew). This was Nathan’s response to me when I called him a few weeks ago while researching rental cars. He had driven a hybrid for years. I wanted to know if I could make the adjustment. With him boosting...
by JemB | Mar 15, 2018 | Family, Instructions for Life, Lessons Learned, Ponderings
“Never again!” Those were the words my husband emphatically spoke after our last move 19 years ago. Jerry was not saying we would never move again. His declaration referenced that we would never move again without professional help. Nearly two decades later there is...
by JemB | Mar 6, 2018 | Disability, Family, God's love, Instructions for Life, Lessons Learned, Marriage, Marriage Monday, Peace
This is week 3 of Jerry using his back up wheelchair while waiting on a new right motor for his regular chair. As I noted last week, that means he is unable to drive his van. If you live with disability in your family you know that this is not all that unusual, these...
by JemB | Feb 19, 2018 | Disability, Hope, Instructions for Life, Lessons Learned, Marriage, Marriage Monday
Jerry and I were recently interviewed by Sharon Betters of MARKINC Ministries. MARKINC shares hope and resources with people who may be hurting. Their audio and video resources cover a vast array of life situations. We had a great time talking with Sharon, and...
by JemB | Jan 15, 2018 | Family, Instructions for Life, Lessons Learned, Marriage, Marriage Monday
Last week a Facebook friend shared a link from the website Holy Ruckus. It is a letter written by a guest who witnessed a young couple’s wedding ceremony The letter is written in a different style than I write. It comes from a faith perspective that is...
