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What Ifs and Memories: Reflecting on Loss and Love
The past has a way of lingering, doesn’t it? Like a shadow that stretches further than we expect, its outline soft yet insistent. Loretta Kay Daniels Wear—Mommy to Benjamin, my brilliant son—was a force of nature, a whirlwind of love, laughter, and, yes, chaos. Diagnosed with bipolar disorder, she steadfastly… Listen ⇢
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Finding Joy in Unexpected Struggles
It’s Christmas Eve Eve, and this year has thrown me a curveball—an ongoing infection that causes wounds on my legs. I was just in the urgent care a few days ago when Krystina thoroughly examined me and prescribed an ointment. Almost immediately (the next day) pustules had appeared, O joy.… Listen ⇢
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Family Legacies: Lessons in Service and Education
As I reflect on the journey of my life, it is impossible to overstate the influence of my uncle, Retired Colonel Douglas J. Wear, MD, and his wife, Beth Ann. Their steadfast support, wisdom, and generosity have been a constant in my life—not just for the past 59 years but… Listen ⇢
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Embracing Vulnerability: Lessons from Christmas
Life has a way of bringing us full circle, doesn’t it? Sometimes, as we age, we find ourselves needing care in ways that humble us, even make us laugh through the tears. This Christmas, I had a moment that reminded me of what it means to rely on others and,… Listen ⇢
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Finding Hope: The Legacy of ‘We Are the Reason’
David Meece’s life is one of those stories that reminds us how beauty can emerge from brokenness. And at no time does that message resonate more deeply than during the holidays. His iconic song, “We Are the Reason,” has become a timeless anthem that calls us to reflect on the… Listen ⇢
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Chasing Dreams: A Journey from the Desert to Nashville
The rumble of a black Cadillac Escalade interrupted the hum of crickets in the desert air. Christopher stood at the edge of the truck stop parking lot, guitar case slung over his shoulder, and watched as the sleek SUV pulled up beside him. The driver’s side window rolled down to… Listen ⇢
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From Doubt to Destiny: Christopher’s Musical Awakening
Christopher John stood barefoot on the worn planks of the Santa Monica Promenade, his guitar slung low like a second skin. The sunset cast a molten gold hue across the horizon, the Pacific waves murmuring in the background. Tourists strolled by, their chatter and laughter blending with the street performers’… Listen ⇢
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Walking in My Shoes, and Theirs
A few days before Christmas, I walked farther than I have in a long time. By the time I got home, the evening had already taken hold. Exhausted, I fell asleep, my body aching, only to wake later to supper waiting. The house was quiet; Christina, my caregiver, was already… Listen ⇢
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The Christmas Broke Chronicles
Christmas is just days away, and here I am again—broke as usual. Funny how life circles back like a well-worn wheel, grinding against the rough edges of unmet expectations. Is this how Joseph felt that first Christmas? Not just a carpenter, but a tekton—a stone cutter, laboring in a land… Listen ⇢
Meet Minister Charlie Wear
Minister Charlie Wear is a compassionate leader, elder advocate, and creative force dedicated to faith and service. As the head of All-In Ministries, he champions veterans, elders, and marginalized communities. A retired attorney, Charlie blends legal expertise with pastoral care, addressing issues like elder abuse and hospice support. An author and musician, he shares messages of hope through works like Confessions of a Dying Man and his upcoming album Salvation City. Rooted in faith, family, and Native American heritage, Charlie’s mission is to inspire transformation, foster community, and provide care to those in need, embodying Christ’s love in action.
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