by cazmac9910 | Oct 8, 2025 | Uncategorized
October 7th, 2007, is the day my dad died. He was in Houston, TX, and I was in Deming, NM. I remember the phone ringing around 6:30 am with the news. He missed my mom terribly, and my faith assures me he was dancing to Little Joe Y La Familia with his bride that...
by cazmac9910 | Sep 24, 2025 | Uncategorized
Initially published by Hemophilia News Today, July 30, 2025 In kindergarten, my teacher had a daily ritual: story time. My friends and I would race to the corner and sit “crisscross applesauce” on the boldly colored carpet, eagerly awaiting the story. Next to recess,...
by cazmac9910 | Aug 3, 2025 | Uncategorized
There’s been quite a bit of change and transition in my life. A new job, and moving to southern New Mexico for my husband’s new pastoral appointment (moving a home with four creatives and their ‘stuff’ and two pianos in the summer is not optimal). I finally feel like...
by cazmac9910 | Jul 27, 2025 | Uncategorized
Originally published by Hemophilia News Today, July 23, 2025 The kitchen buzzed with energy. Cookies were in the oven, a skillet of deliciousness simmered on the stove, and fresh tortillas were being rolled out on the counter. When my oldest son, Julian, and I cook...
by cazmac9910 | May 5, 2025 | Uncategorized
Originally published by Hemophilia News Today, April 30, 2025 I recently hosted a retreat for United Methodist deacons from New Mexico and Arizona, where we gathered to share our ministries, develop new relationships, and connect. Deacons are called to serve beyond...
by cazmac9910 | Apr 25, 2025 | Uncategorized
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...