Monthly Archives: January 2016

The six-year-old friend took one look at Caroline’s 18-inch doll, sniffed and said, “that is NOT an American Girl Doll. This is an American Girl doll.” She flipped her own doll over and showed her the two strings hanging down … Continue reading →

The rowdy boy could not help but be noticed by everyone at the Wednesday night church program for kids. He roared. He ran about wildly. He ran into the pillars of the church, physically and spiritually. The spiritual pillars considered … Continue reading →

EL Joan’s column for 1-10-16 Four, three, two, one, Happy New Year! The festivities cease and it’s time to tackle that list of resolutions: to eat more veggies and less junk, to spend more time with family and less time … Continue reading →

She arrived a month ago with little fanfare or fuss – our 14th granddaughter Katie Charlotte. As the fourth child she fought for attention even on the day of her debut. My daughter called us from the labor room to … Continue reading →

The sigh is universal. The despair and frustration evident. The inevitability of the time it will take for the judicial system to process, address the legal and medical needs before finalizing any case dealing with a brain disorder wears on … Continue reading →