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The Fishbowl Podcast
The podcast for leaders in ministry and the world
Oozing Everyday
Thoughts on life and faith while “oozing”‘ with the light of Christ
2 Brothers with Hemophilia
The journey of two brothers with Severe hemophilia A
Everything matters in the journey with hemophilia
Originally published by Hemophilia News Today, April 23, 2025 As I transition to a new job in a new city, I’m meeting new colleagues at work. In these early days of getting to know everyone, I share only what I’m asked. I’ll share more of my story in time, especially...
In the middle of it all
I want to share my recent journey. The Spirit is truly in the middle of it all. Joe's new pastoral appointment as Senior Pastor of St. Paul's UMC Las Cruces begins at the end of June. While this is an exciting adventure, the next step was for me to find a hospice job....
Giving thanks for education and awareness about bleeding disorders
Originally published by Hemophilia News Today, March 19, 2025 What do developmental disabilities, French bread, endometriosis, nutrition, English tourism, and bleeding disorders have in common? They all claim March — or a select day or week during the month — for...
What it’s like managing hemophilia and an inhibitor, part 3 of 3
Published by Hemophilia News Today, March 12, 2025 Last in a series. Read parts one and two. Guinea pigs are similar to humans. Their body chemistry has led to testing that’s revolutionized research, with the development of vaccines, replacement heart valves, and...
What it’s like managing hemophilia with an inhibitor, part 2 of 3
Published by Hemophilia News Today, March 5, 2025 "You have to use what's right for you. Don't feel pressured to try one thing or another. Talk to many knowledgeable people. Do your research." - Janet Brewer, Co-founder and CEO of CHES A hemophilia inhibitor is like a...
What it’s like managing hemophilia with an inhibitor, part 1
Published by Hemophilia News Today, February 26, 2025 First in a series. Every person is unique, shaped by the combination of their upbringing, education, cultural influences, values, attitudes, and behaviors. No two people are exactly alike. Even identical twins,...
Valentine’s Day wishes for my sons with hemophilia
Published initially by Hemophilia News Today, February 12, 2025 Valentine’s Day is a holiday that celebrates love. However, the day’s origin doesn’t involve a hard-to-get dinner reservation, the perfect Valentine’s card, and the best box of chocolates, but rather a...
Imagining a reality TV show about life with hemophilia
Originally published by Hemophilia News Today, February 5, 2025 It’s impossible to turn on the TV and not find a reality show, in any of its many types. Some are like staged plays that claim to be real, yet they’re often scripted and orchestrated before they’re shot....
Happy New Year! What’s Your Word?
Hello friends, and Happy New Year! The holiday season was very different as I recovered from spinal cord surgery. The first two weeks were scary, but I am almost 8 weeks out and feel like a new person. The feeling in my hands and arms is slowly returning, and my...
A letter to professors teaching students with chronic illness
Originally published by Hemophilia News Today on August 21, 2024 I’m trying to accept that my youngest son, Caeleb, is a college freshman. People say that time flies by, and we should enjoy our children when they’re little. Those people are right. As my son begins...
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