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Not your average family planner; lists that feature famous families, sibling truths and advice on how to bond and reconcile with your flesh and blood.
How to Include a Special Needs Trust in Your Estate Plan
Estate planning is about more than passing down assets—it’s about protecting the people you love. For families who have a child or dependent with disabilities, this means navigating a complex intersection of inheritance, government benefits, and long-term care. Without careful planning, even a well-meaning gift can jeopardize essential benefits, such as Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Medicaid.
By Daily Blog6 months ago in Families
The Real Reasons Why I'll Never Have Children
People say that having children is the miracle of life and a blessing. That may be true for most people, but as for me, I feel the complete opposite. I'm nearing 40, unmarried, and childless. The latter is completely my choice, and I'll explain the reasons why I don't see myself as a father anytime soon. I rarely discuss my love life, but I feel it's necessary for me to be open to everyone about what I hope to accomplish in the next several years. Unfortunately, fatherhood isn't one of them. These are my personal opinions about children, so I'm not persuading anyone to have or not have children. I leave that decision to you and everyone.
By Mark Wesley Pritchard 6 months ago in Families
Children Aren’t Born Rude — So Who’s Teaching Them?
Children Aren’t Born Rude — So Who’s Teaching Them? “He’s just so disrespectful these days.” “She talks back at everyone — even her teacher!” These are common complaints you’ll hear in school meetings, parenting forums, or even casual conversations among concerned adults. But have we paused to ask why children behave this way?
By Muhammad Ilyas7 months ago in Families
When They Steal Your Children
They took your child. Not in the way most people think. There was no dramatic kidnapping, no amber alert, no frantic media coverage. No — your child was taken with a gavel. With the silent nod of a judge. With the signature of a bureaucrat who didn’t care to hear your side. And just like that, you became the ghost of a parent. A name on a piece of paper. An afterthought.
By Michael Phillips7 months ago in Families
Sleepless in Solitude: Did Any Of It Work?
Did Any Of It Work? Sleeplessness is a strange companion. While the world sleeps, I am awake, with my special daughter, I have 3). I have been a stay at home mum for so long that I can't even begin to contemplate returning to the rat race that is called 'work' — alarms, traffic jams, awkward office small talk — my brain freezes just thinking about it. My reason, you ask, maybe I'll share it in my next story. My husband is the only one working, and, although he has a well paid job, I can't help but feel like I should contribute something.
By Esther Oyewole7 months ago in Families
Gifting for the Modern Indian Family: Celebrating When Everyone’s Everywhere
Key Takeaways: Giving gifts to Indian family members is an excellent way to honor past memories and create new ones. Gifts like treat hampers and personalized maps can keep Indian loved ones’ bonds strong. Creative gifts like remote gaming and reading can help distant Indian loved ones feel connected.
By Andrew Lemieux7 months ago in Families
. The Sparrow and the Clock
In a clearing where the sunlight dropped in dappled patterns, and the wind whispered in lazy curls through pine and birch, there lived a sparrow with more curiosity than sense. Her name was Pica, and she had a terrible obsession: shiny things.
By Abuzar khan7 months ago in Families
Why I Celebrate My Dog’s Gotcha Day More Than My Birthday
Most people circle their birthdays on the calendar, plan parties, or expect well-wishes and gifts. But to me, that date means less and less with each passing year. Instead, there’s another day I hold sacred—August 18—the day I brought home the dirty, wide-eyed mutt who changed my life.
By Echoes of Life7 months ago in Families
The Last Cup of Tea
The house hadn’t changed. The cracked veranda tiles still sighed under his feet, just as they did when he used to chase after the neighborhood kids. The faded wind chime still hung by the front door, though it no longer sang. Dust lay gently on the windows, as if time itself had exhaled and settled in.
By Ikram Ullah7 months ago in Families
