Most of my days are spent doing the things I love with people I love. Pictured clown noses are a case in point. Other than the occasional dental cleaning or medical appointment, I spend most of my energy on the people... Continue Reading →
The upside of not being able to lift anything heavy is that my manicure stays picture perfect for weeks. My shoulders are weak so I keep my elbows tucked by my side. In essence, I have T-Rex arms. You may notice I... Continue Reading →
I've been battling strange urges to walk outside and get the mail. I want to walk into the kitchen and steal Steve's Peanut M&Ms. My mind tells me, "Hey, it's ok, just get up and walk!" Of course my body... Continue Reading →
Years ago I read the The Four Agreements: A Toltec Wisdom Book by Miguel Ruiz, and forever changed how I navigate life. The pan-theological introduction challenged my sensibilities. Ruiz describes Toltec wisdom not as a religion but rather a way of... Continue Reading →
Now the tax collectors and sinners were all gathering around to hear Jesus. But the Pharisees and the teachers of the law muttered, "This man welcomes sinners and eats with them." Luke 15:1-2 That's us fellow Christian. We're the tax... Continue Reading →
The more I lose the more grateful I become. My arms are clumsy and shake when I reach -- I know someday they will be ornamental. So for now I am acutely grateful for typing and scratching my nose. I can... Continue Reading →
I used to run on the paved trails in the open spaces surrounding my neighborhood. I wasn't a very good runner; three miles was a victory for me. Running cleared my head and released stress. Funny thing, I was running... Continue Reading →
What now? I've had ALS symptoms for over three years. I'm an old timer in some circles -- statistically I'm one of the lucky ones. From the start Steve and planned for the worst and hoped for the best and... Continue Reading →
I used to listen to podcasts of Ed Dobson with his son Kent when they were guest speakers at Mars Hill Church. I wondered what was wrong with his voice, maybe a stroke? Turns out he has ALS.
Shelly Hoover 
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