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Graduation Day #2 - Mighty Joe
The doctors weren't trying to be cruel. They were trying to prepare us.
At seven weeks old, Joe was handed a future full of limitations, delays, and lowered expectations. Last week, as he crossed a high school graduation stage, I found myself thinking about just how wrong some predictions can be.
My Favorite Shelf
Tucked beside our living room is my favorite shelf—not because of its design (though Kendra nailed that), but because of the photos it holds. Each one is a snapshot of our kids on some of their best days, surrounded by the people they chose and who chose them back. It’s not just decor, but a simple reminder of the quiet treasures of parenting.
