We are now just over 5 years into our relocation from the Northeast to the Midwest.  And the void I feel most strongly year after year is our family’s loss of service to the community.

There are many here who feel we (or at least I) DO serve the community.  Two years ago when I put out the message that we needed at least 1 of 3 weeks of babysitting coverage daily to avoid Husbeau taking unpaid time off, I was overwhelmed with all 3 weeks being covered in less than 48 hours.  Many said “How could you be surprised?  You’re always doing for others.”

But I don’t feel that way…  Continue reading I miss service →