Category Archives: Family

Early Life Together

Posted on February 21, 2013 by rhondakalkwarf

Like most couples, we spent the early part of our relationship exploring the landscape of a shared life. Two people from disparate backgrounds come together to live as one, often in small quarters with limited resources, but big dreams.  At … Continue reading →

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Shared History

Posted on February 4, 2013 by rhondakalkwarf

Yesterday we returned from a trip to help celebrate the 50th anniversary of a church my father-in-law started. It was his first assignment as a mission pastor and he would have been so proud to see the vibrancy of the … Continue reading →

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A Suitable Tribute

Posted on July 19, 2012 by rhondakalkwarf

As we were planning the 90th birthday celebration for my mother-in-law, the question came up, “What do we give Mom?” There are three children with spouses, seven grandchildren, some with spouses, and ten great-grandchildren along with other family members. She … Continue reading →

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Bullies

Posted on May 23, 2012 by rhondakalkwarf

When my niece recently “liked” this Facebook post, it showed up in her newsfeed and consequently mine: Hey guys, this is _______. Isnt she beautiful? Lately alot of girls at her school have been ganging up on her, and telling … Continue reading →

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Life Goes On

Posted on April 18, 2012 by rhondakalkwarf

Like we have for the past twenty years, we gathered at my aunt’s house on Sunday for a family birthday. The get-togethers have always had a standard flow. The women would roam between the living room and the kitchen, while … Continue reading →

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A Rose for my Desk

Posted on March 5, 2012 by rhondakalkwarf

Last Wednesday, I stopped by the florist to pick up a flower for my desk. I’m trying to rush spring so my first choice was daffodils, but they didn’t have any. I decided on a single yellow rose, but again, … Continue reading →

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The Heart of His Story

Posted on February 1, 2012 by rhondakalkwarf

I had one of those, “Gee, I wonder what ever happened to …” moments today. I thought of a guy I knew in high school, actually the first boy I ever kissed. We went to a dance together and maybe … Continue reading →

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Senior Benefits

Posted on January 5, 2012 by rhondakalkwarf

My husband joined AARP when he became eligible a few years ago. Since then, I stood on the technicality that he is the member and I have benefits as his spouse. Last week, though, I received my first senior discount. … Continue reading →

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Tribe of Women

Posted on November 8, 2011 by rhondakalkwarf

I was raised in a tribe of women. From the time I was born, I lived with only women; early on with just my mother and later with my mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and my aunt. In spite of our actual … Continue reading →

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Missed Opportunity

Posted on August 29, 2011 by rhondakalkwarf

My aunt died last week. She was my father’s sister. I wasn’t close to her; in fact, I only met her once, briefly. It doesn’t seem like her passing should be a big deal for me. If only… My mother … Continue reading →

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