Family

The Beginning
I’ve always wondered: am I the only one who walks around, constantly spinning stories in my head? Maybe that’s where imaginary friends go when we grow up—fading from sight, only to become stories instead of companions. But can they even be called “companions” if they were never really there? Still, they felt real to me. Real enough to fill quiet moments with dialogue, adventures, and entire worlds I could escape into.
By Cierra Cheuvrontabout a year ago in Confessions
Dear Peggy. Top Story - November 2024.
Dear Peggy, I would’ve titled this story “Dear Mama” but I know Peggy annoys you more. From me to you I guess you’ll remember the season of Thanksgiving as one of the main events when I come by your house and eat up all your food, especially banana pudding, but as shocking as it may be, Thanksgiving is also the time when I reflect on how thankful I am to have you as a mother.
By Joe Pattersonabout a year ago in Confessions
The Hardest Lesson I Learned Before Turning 18 . AI-Generated.
Life has a funny way of teaching lessons, doesn’t it? Sometimes, it nudges you gently. Other times, it smacks you in the face when you least expect it. For me, the hardest lesson I ever learned happened in my final year before turning 18—a lesson about trust, independence, and the realization that not everyone has your back the way you hope they do.
By Daydream pagesabout a year ago in Confessions
Echoes in My Mind
Echoes in My Mind I have nothing in my bag. I used to wonder what made my brain function the way it did even as a small child, while my mother and grandma urged me to write. Though I never had that issue, many people my age couldn't put two words together and make them rhyme.
By Genius Slyabout a year ago in Confessions
Here's What You Need to Know
Is TikTok Replacing Traditional Advertising? Here's What You Need to Know The world of advertising is undergoing a seismic shift, with TikTok at the center of this transformation. Once a platform primarily for lip-syncing teenagers and viral dance challenges, TikTok has evolved into one of the most powerful tools in the digital marketing arsenal. But as TikTok’s influence grows, many marketers are left wondering: Is TikTok replacing traditional advertising?
By sabrina adamsabout a year ago in Confessions
Longing for a Life Beyond the Noise
Finding My Way: Dreaming of a Simpler Life Amid Responsibilities Life doesn’t always go as planned, and sometimes, in the midst of responsibilities, we find ourselves longing for something different. A whisper of a dream, a vision of a life we wish we could have—but don’t know how to achieve.
By Melanieabout a year ago in Confessions
Home
Have you ever heard the term “home is where the heart is”? Of course you have. Maybe you did t hear it in those exact words, but someone spoke these words to you one way or another. For this past year I’ve been on a mission to make my own home in moving on my own and let me tell you something, it’s been quite the journey. Let me enlighten on what exactly I’m talking about.
By Joe Pattersonabout a year ago in Confessions
Live Life Freely, Without Taking Tension!
Live Life Freely, Without Taking Tension! In today’s fast-paced world, everyone seems to be chasing something. Some are running after success, others are chasing money, and many seek love and approval from others. But in this mad race, we often forget one very important thing – to focus on ourselves. We forget to understand ourselves, appreciate ourselves, and live life for ourselves. Our life is a beautiful gift from nature, a precious present. So why let the words or actions of others cause us unnecessary stress?
By Dipak Pawarabout a year ago in Confessions
Hope: A Bright Ray of Light in the Darkness
Hope: A Bright Ray of Light in the Darkness Hope is a powerful feeling that transcends words. It's an experience, a force that ignites a spark of light in our hearts during moments of darkness, pain, and despair. Hope acts as a guiding star, illuminating paths we never knew existed in the dim corners and closed alleys of life.
By Dipak Pawarabout a year ago in Confessions
The Greatest Punishment in Life: Understanding Yourself
The Greatest Punishment in Life: Understanding Yourself Life is a journey filled with numerous challenges, but perhaps the most difficult and longest road we ever travel is the one towards self-understanding. The process of truly understanding oneself can feel like a heavy punishment, a burden that weighs us down, especially when faced with our deepest insecurities, fears, and shortcomings.
By Dipak Pawarabout a year ago in Confessions
Synthetic vs. Natural Ingredients in Perfumes: A Deep Dive into the World of Fragrance with Parush Khanna, Perfume Expert and Consultant
Perfume, as an art form, has evolved over centuries, with the use of both natural and synthetic ingredients playing significant roles in the creation of fragrances. For perfume enthusiasts and experts, the debate between synthetic and natural ingredients is a topic of fascination. As Parush Khanna, a renowned perfume expert and consultant, often emphasizes, “Fragrance is not just a scent; it’s an experience.” In this blog, we’ll explore the differences between synthetic and natural ingredients in perfumery, the advantages and challenges of each, and how a balance of both can create timeless fragrances, as seen in brands like Berry Ardens Perfumes.
By Berry Ārdensabout a year ago in Confessions
The Emotional Battle of Acne: Inside the Mental Health Connection
Acne can be physically and emotionally painful, but the mental damage it does is often not seen. The struggle with breakouts is more than a skin condition; for those who understand this struggle, the emotional toll it takes needs no explanation.
By Val Garnerabout a year ago in Confessions