January 16, 2019
by Maralee
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Full disclosure: I did not want to watch “The Good Place.” And I didn’t watch it for a long time. Something about a depiction of the afterlife without any kind of theological accountability made me itchy. I still have itchy … Continue reading
July 27, 2018
by Maralee
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Last night my son brought out the adoption scrapbook I made for him just before we flew across the globe to bring him home. We’ve looked through that book together many times. We’ve wondered at the pictures of the tiny … Continue reading
September 14, 2016
by Maralee
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This month I am partnering with Christian Heritage and My Bridge Radio to encourage families in Nebraska to consider foster care as a way to love families in crisis. If you’re curious about foster parenting, now is the time to get your questions answered! … Continue reading
June 5, 2014
by Maralee
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Today a funeral will be held for a very good man. His death was unexpected, but while his earthly life is over, his impact will continue on for generations. He was the co-founder of the foster care agency we work … Continue reading
February 25, 2014
by Maralee
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Foster parenting is a continual struggle to come to terms with our lack of control. While we are responsible for all the practical decisions that effect the child in our care, we have no control over the major decisions that … Continue reading