~By April Dawn White Despite my daughters resting position, white enamel drums chattered as I checked her temperature, 103.1°F. My fingers gently swept the hair away from her crimson face as I whispered, “Honey, brush
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Tag: Chronic Illness
God Doesn’t Require a Running Start
“God doesn’t need a running start.” —Althea Brown Suddenly I awoke to the rumble of bass boats zooming down the lake. The roar of dozens of engines reverberated across the water. It must be a
Read moreFour Lessons Chronic Illness Taught Me about Friendship
Like Dorothy, I too have found myself desperately clicking my red heels together to go back home to my previous life. In 2016, a rare condition hijacked my body turning my life upside down. Unlike
Read moreFront Porch Friendship
“Ya’ll make yourself at home,” my friend calls from the back bedroom, “I’m setting up mama’s lunch tray.” I answer the question lodged on my children’s face. “Mrs. Bonnie’s mother lives here also. Mrs. Laura
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