This is a post that’s been 20 years in the making. 20 years ago TODAY (September 17, 2001), I turned the key and locked the door for the very last time on the grocery store that I poured into for two and a half years. For those that haven’t read the first part, make sure … 20 Years Later: Lessons Learned from My First Business Failure Read More » The post 20 Years Later: Lessons Learned from My First Business Failure first appeared on Chase the Journey ..read more

It all started with a phone call just past 6pm on May 12, 2020. On the other end of the phone was a lady from the Children’s Aid Society wondering if we could take a little girl who had just turned 3 years old 2 months prior. The catch is, she’s coming RIGHT NOW! She … 332 Days; Journey to Reunification Read More » The post 332 Days; Journey to Reunification first appeared on Chase the Journey ..read more

If you haven’t watched my video on the subject, please check it out here and also, check out the blog post I wrote a few months back on our journey to starting a family here. About 2 weeks ago, we welcomed a special little person into our lives with 90 minutes’ notice. It was a … 6 Things I Wish People Knew About Being a Foster/Adoptive Parent Read More ..read more

This is a question that gets asked to newlyweds, often very early in their marriage. “When are you guys having kids?” It’s a seemingly innocent, honest question, but the answer can be a challenging one for many couples. Our first few years of marriage were just like this. Every family gathering and someone asks. Like … What about kids? Read More ..read more

Have you ever had one of those moments that was so pivotal in your life that you just can’t forget it? For me, one of those moments occurred on February 14th, 2003 and I can remember the words as if it happened yesterday. It was six short, simple words that pierced my heart like a … 6 words that changed my life on valentine’s day Read More ..read more

What is a “vlog”? Basically, instead of a “Blog” written like this a “Vlog” is like a blog, but with video instead of text. If you aren’t familiar, another term would be “YouTuber.” It’s a term used to describe someone who makes YouTube videos and generally a person who makes an income doing so. If … 6 vloggers with disabilities that you should check out! Read More ..read more

Let me set the stage to give you perspective on who said these words to me and how they changed the way that I think about myself and my work. I’ve written about this before in other posts regarding the challenge that can exist for people with disabilities in finding suitable employment. There can be … “I don’t think we can help you here…” Read More ..read more

Here’s an oldie, but a good one. I just happen to be a fan of Southern Gospel music. I went to my first Gaither concert at 15 years old in Michigan – with a room filled with grey-haired folks. It was a good time. I started to watch Gaither Homecoming videos around that time and a … The Touch of the Master’s Hand (The Old Violin) Read More ..read more

Back to the 1980’s music. The year was 1988; July to be exact and my parents sent me off to summer camp for 2 weeks. This was the first time I had been away from my parents for any length of time so it was a big deal. I went to “Camp Woodeden,” which is … I Think We’re Alone Now Read More ..read more

Well…This week was busy. Almost too busy to post my song of the week, but I don’t want to miss so here it is. This song doesn’t require too much explanation. It’s just a song I’ve heard on Christian radio for a few years, but it wasn’t until I saw the video that it really … Flawless by Mercy Me Read More ..read more