Author Archive for Warren Pfohl

Beautifully Imperfect

Today I found this beautiful video that celebrates the power and beauty of imperfection.  “Beautifully Imperfect” is a celebration of our idiosyncrasies, and how they can wind up making our … Continued

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@DavidsRefuge: Like Me

Have you ever learned a new language?  Almost twenty years ago I learned to speak Polish while living in Wroclaw, Poland.  We learned by being totally immersed in the culture … Continued

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A Lesson from Yams

Last week I met with an incredible group of parents who were part of a pilot project called CHAT, Communication Hope through Assistive Technology. Its mission is to assist youth … Continued

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Be Still!

This is a picture of a painting that hangs in David’s Refuge.  It was painted and given to us by our dear friend, Alison Fisher Cullen the day after David … Continued

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Hope Was Born

I want to introduce you to some new friends of mine, Mark and Bethany.  I have known them for close to two year now.  We have laughed together, cried together, … Continued

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A Holy Nap

On the seventh day God had finished his work of creation, so he rested from all his work. 3 And God blessed the seventh day and declared it holy, because it … Continued

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I Love My Wife!

Today I am writing to share with the world my love for my wife, Brenda Pfohl!  She has been my partner, wife, and best friend for close to 28 years.   … Continued

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Guests

Guest:  “One who is a recipient of hospitality at the home or table of another.” David’s Refuge’s success rises and falls on having guests.  No guests, no hospitality.  No guests, … Continued

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God Loves You

I love the Christmas season because it is filled with traditions we have been forming for the past twenty seven years.  Whether it’s the stringing of popcorn and cranberries, putting … Continued

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We made the local Newspaper

Just a quick post to let you know about the article in the Syracuse Post Standard.  Please let those you know who could use some respite about the article! http://www.syracuse.com/news/index.ssf/2011/12/couple_opening_manlius_bed-and.html … Continued

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You Are Not Alone

Often people will ask us, “What do you hope the couples who stay at David’s Refuge will walk away with.”  Our response is always the same, “We want them to … Continued

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CNY Horn of Africa

If you and your family are looking for a practical way to give thanks this year during the Thanksgiving and Christmas season I would love to encourage you to give … Continued

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Open House

November 2nd would have been David’s 23rd birthday.  To celebrate his life and to remind ourselves that we are not alone we had an Open House for David’s Refuge.  We … Continued

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Ripples

Welcome to You’re Not Alone!  My hope is that you will come here often, and as you pause to read and reflect that you will discover community, friendships, and hope … Continued

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