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Mammogram

Posted on March 18, 2021 by Sue Edison-Swift

Today, I’ll have a routine mammogram. I’ve always been grateful for access to excellent healthcare and the insurance to pay for it. Ever since a 2006 ELCA World Hunger visit to Chile to visit the EPES (“Popular Education for Health”) … Continue reading →

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Sam-the-Dog

Posted on December 8, 2017 by Sue Edison-Swift

Paul and I adopted Sam-the-Dog from the wonderful Human Society of Northeast Iowa (HSNEI) in Decorah, on Saturday, December 2, 2017. He was named Sam at the Shelter, being a “found” dog no one claimed. So, we don’t know a … Continue reading →

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From your baby book

Posted on January 16, 2017 by Sue Edison-Swift

A MESSAGE FROM MY PARENTS March 28, 1981 (You are 10 weeks old) Dearest Anne, When we look down on your precious face, we are filled with many hopes and dreams for you. We hope you will be a happy … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving present

Posted on November 23, 2016 by Sue Edison-Swift

In her “Pass the Thanksgiving” essay,* the late, great Marj Leegard gave sage advice for enjoying the holiday for what it is, not what it used to be, not what it could be. “Memories have a way of bundling together … Continue reading →

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The Straight Scoop on Donating after a Disaster

Posted on August 25, 2016 by Sue Edison-Swift

For some reason you are motivated to help after a disaster, nearby or far away, natural or human caused. Thank you. The need is great. The first thing you need to do, though, is think. Think about how you can … Continue reading →

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Protected: The Decorah Chapter

Posted on August 4, 2016 by Sue Edison-Swift

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Let Go and Let God

Posted on September 29, 2015 by Sue Edison-Swift

Graphic: Kathryn Brewer /The Lutheran As a piece of popular theology, “Let go and let God” is trite and profound, hurtful and helpful. It is hurtful when served with a side of “get over it already” or “you just have … Continue reading →

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Piggies

Posted on March 17, 2014 by Sue Edison-Swift

Daughter Annie, grandson Walter and granddaughter Sally stayed with us over the weekend. Sleeping on a cot in our bedroom, Walter (2.5 years) woke up sobbing at 2 a.m. “The PIGGIES!” he wailed. “I’m scared of the piggies!” “You’re having … Continue reading →

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Remembering Aunt Sally

Posted on February 5, 2014 by Sue Edison-Swift

Click here to read the remembrance Annie shared at Aunt Sally’s funeral. Tender blessings, Sue  

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Mayo 2, home again

Posted on April 17, 2013 by Sue Edison-Swift

We’re so glad to have gone to Mayo Clinic and we’re so glad to be back home, just two appointment days later. We are assured we’re on the way to an answer. Those of you who watched the TV show … Continue reading →

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