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When the Lake Spoke My Father’s Name
I hadn't been back to my father's house in months. After the funeral, I told myself I needed time, space, anything that didn't remind me of hospital rooms and legal documents. So I avoided the place altogether, even though he'd lived there for twenty-seven years, and even though every good childhood memory I had was tied to the lake behind it.
By iftikhar Ahmad2 months ago in Families
Shaking Hands With The Doctor Who Saved My Father's Life
"Goddammit, Adi, I told you to be ready by twelve!" Mom shouted at me through the bathroom door, more than fifteen minutes before the agreed time. "Why do you always do this right before we have to leave?" She kept talking to herself at this point, an acquired skill that every mother seems to possess.
By Adrian CDTPPY3 months ago in Families
A Multitude of Blessings
Today was Thanksgiving here in the United States. I am nestled in tonight in a warm home with heat, two adorable children who got to spend the day with their Mommy, and my boyfriend. I have had a lot of things lately that I am not exactly thankful for, but I wanted to take a moment to count my blessings.
By The Schizophrenic Mom3 months ago in Families
Touchy Topics Not to Talk About at Family Gatherings
It is good for families to get together at special times of the year to see one another and to celebrate the occasion. It is customary for families to be in one central location on holidays, birthdays, anniversaries, weddings, and funerals. When large groups of relatives get together, some tend to say things that are not pleasing to others.
By Margaret Minnicks3 months ago in Families
Nick Cannon's Daughter Wasn't Throwing Shade
Monroe "Roe" Cannon, daughter of Nick Cannon and pop singer/ "Queen of Christmas music" Mariah Carey posted on Instagram addressing about her siblings from her father. The 14-year-old took to Instagram sharing on her story about claiming her twin sibling as her only sibling and as the rest of her younger half siblings as half’s.
By Gladys W. Muturi3 months ago in Families
How to Activate a Man’s Hero Instinct: One Signal He Can’t Ignore
Ladies, I want you to know this: The simple answer to the question if you want to activate a man's "hero instinct," make him feel three things he's important, his efforts count, and you ask for his help in small ways that signal, not "I can do it," but "you can do it." The quickest trick? A clear, short, purposeful message that same 12-word text that lets him know you see him and gives him the opportunity to take action.
By Brooks Ghost Max 3 months ago in Families
The Story Written in Her Hands
Introduction — The First Time I Really Saw Her Hands I grew up seeing my grandmother every day, but I didn’t truly see her—not until I was thirteen years old, sitting beside her on a quiet Sunday afternoon. She was peeling apples for a pie, and for the first time, I noticed her hands.
By Fazal Hadi3 months ago in Families
Fate or Fluke? You Decide.
Let me ask you something straight up: Do you believe in coincidences, or do you feel like everything in life is somehow arranged? For those of you who lean toward the idea that things just happen by random chance, I’ve pulled together five strange, real-life examples that might just make you rethink everything.
By Areeba Umair3 months ago in Families
Why Exercise Is Key to Building Resilience and Confidence in Kids
Regular movement does much more than help children stay fit. It shapes the way they think, act, and respond to challenges. The role of exercise in building resilience and confidence in kids is influential because it strengthens both the body and the mind. When children stay active, they learn skills that help them grow into strong, capable, and self-assured individuals. This article explains how exercise supports emotional strength, courage, and self-belief in clear and straightforward language.
By Marissa Haugh3 months ago in Families
