Homes and Lifestyles: In Bob's House: A joyful life of music, friends, and faith

Homes and Lifestyles: In Bob's House: A joyful life of music, friends, and faith

The most heartwarming thing you'll read today. Bob Kaplowitz from Bloomington, Indiana, is afflicted with cerebral palsy. "Bob provides all of the food and shelter-and even a small hourly wage-for his assistants. In exchange, the men take turns caring for Bob's daily physical needs, as well as household chores such as laundry, cooking and cleaning." In the process, they get to share in Bob's love of cooking and opera. Tim Bayly, Bob's pastor, calls Bob's house, "our finishing school for young men: "Imagine marrying a man who spent the period of your engagement feeding, clothing, bathing, and translating for a Christian brother. What kind of character would this build in your future husband? What kind of father would he make?" In a couple of months, Tim's daughter will be marrying one of Bob's current helpers.