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I can pretty much guarantee…

March 19, 2011
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…that my kids are the only ones on the block who have a tire swing. It’s so new that they’re struggling a little bit to get the hang of how to use it. Cool new toy courtesy of Dr Washam– thanks Doc!

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How to fix a water pump

December 9, 2010
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Earlier this week we noticed our water pressure was negligible. The washing machine wouldn’t fill up, the kitchen sink faucet was dry, showers were nonexistent, and all of the toilets… well… you get the idea. There are two ways you can go about fixing a problem of this magnitude. Option #1: Make sure you have [...]

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From foreign to familiar

September 8, 2010
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As I listened to Dr Washam tell a story about some shabab (Arabic guys) friends this morning I was reminded of the stages of culture shock: Initially, you may experience a “honeymoon phase” where everything is awesome and unique and cool. Then, you become “shocked” by the new culture. Then, you’re in denial that that’s [...]

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American costume party

June 23, 2010
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Katie and Sally wanted people to dress up like Americans at their going away party last week. Specifically, they wanted people to dress like a Texan or a New Yorker. Here are the results… A cowboy. And Chuck Norris. Glen said he is dressed as “Retro Dr Washam” before Lenny transformed his haircut. Some New [...]

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Dr Washam’s farewell fiesta

June 5, 2010
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We had a fiesta to celebrate Doctor Washam, his contributions to Redeemer, his infamous snakeskin cowboy boots, and of course, his notorious haircut. It was fun to watch everyone try to figure out what to do with fajita meat and tortillas. Donita made an IKEA princess cake in honor of Dr Washam’s loathing of the [...]

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Fashion Show at lunch

May 26, 2010
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One of Doctor Washam’s local buddies bought him this kandoora and gutra set as a souvenir/going-away gift. The kandoora is the dress-piece, and the gutra is the head-piece. Gutras come in different colors and designs, depending on which region in the Middle East you are from. Doctor Washam bought the corresponding white leather sandals to [...]

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Is Dr Washam really a doctor?

March 9, 2010
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Several people have asked us this honest question. This is how the question has been phrased, “Not that I don’t think he is one, but is Dr Washam really a doctor? I mean, did he go to med school?” One young person dodged the direct bullet with, “What sort of doctor is Dr Washam?” This [...]

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