As I enjoy a restful and celebratory day after 33 days of radiation spread across seven weeks, I think about how incredibly blessed I am. When I walked out of the Cancer Center this morning, a group of my close friends and co-workers were waiting outside. They surprised me and blew me away with their … Continue reading The Cancer Spouse–Guest blog
Guest Posts
Own Your Health–Guest Post by Jacque
April 1, 2020. For me, a day I will never forget. At least for now, that date represents life before and after breast cancer. The day before, I had minor, outpatient surgery to remove a lump in my left breast. Based on all medical assessments, this was no big deal. The surgeon was “99% … Continue reading Own Your Health–Guest Post by Jacque
Podcast #9: The Journey of Awakening: With Honor Genetski
Wow, wow, wow! I had the honor of interviewing Honor Genetski today! She is a game changer for all moms out there struggling to find their own in the journey of motherhood. So many of us feel unsupported, lost, beat down, and also knowing it could be better. The difference between surviving motherhood and … Continue reading Podcast #9: The Journey of Awakening: With Honor Genetski
Podcast Episode #7: Interview with Tim and Gay Class 101
I got to riff with my brother, Tim Scholten from Ossining, NY! We talk about his coming out story in our conservative family and town, as well as a deeper dive into labels, some fun, some more serious and the connotations they carry. When he first came out, and even more so when I first … Continue reading Podcast Episode #7: Interview with Tim and Gay Class 101
D-Day by Samuel VanderJagt
In honor of the 75th anniversay of D-Day today, I re-typed an article written by my grandfather, Samuel VanderJagt. He was a radio-gunner and flew in 66 missions during World War 2. He later went on to Seminary at Calvin College, and contributed this article for the school magazine, Calvin Chimes. He rarely spoke of … Continue reading D-Day by Samuel VanderJagt
Holiday Parenting–Guest Blog by my wife
First, I haven’t written a blog in months. Mostly, I’ve been settling into a new full time job in a new community. With my shift in career focus, I’ve struggled to find the time (and the courage) to continue baring my soul. Sarah has continued to write. While I’ve had the urge to blog many … Continue reading Holiday Parenting–Guest Blog by my wife
Warning! Blog Hi-Jacked by 12 year old! 11/10/15
Apparently this blog may occasionally get hi-jacked by my partner (coming soon! It's good!) or one of the kiddos. The 12 y.o. read my blog yesterday and left this for me to find. It's kind of hilarious and he may have found his calling! Enjoy!: Hi my name is #1 the only reason I’m posting … Continue reading Warning! Blog Hi-Jacked by 12 year old! 11/10/15
Jumping Head First into Motherhood-From zero to five in one year (11/15/15)
This is a guest blog-post from my better half!: From an early age I was fairly convinced that I was not well suited for motherhood. I was too selfish. I need to feel appreciated at a level that children cannot provide. I was okay with that, too. I knew that I could live a really exciting and … Continue reading Jumping Head First into Motherhood-From zero to five in one year (11/15/15)
Our (Mostly) Paleo Pantry-Guest Blog (11-15)
A guest blog post by my better half! One of the things I gave very little thought to when I jumped into this relationship was how my diet would change. I mean, really, who thinks about that when they join lives? Plus, it's different entering a new relationship more than a decade into adulthood. I … Continue reading Our (Mostly) Paleo Pantry-Guest Blog (11-15)
The Brighter Side of Parenthood Guest Blog 1-22-16)
Every parent can relate, I know. And, my kids are probably no different than other kids. But, one of the most fun parts of jumping into parenting a brood of five has been the number of wonderfully hilarious things I’ve heard from the children. Of course, they are funnier in context, so partly this list … Continue reading The Brighter Side of Parenthood Guest Blog 1-22-16)
Just the 7 of Us 