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A Headache, Pain Killers, Surgery... and then drama.... Content Warning.
This week has been really hard. My oldest ended up in the ER last weekend due to severe ear pain. He had an ear infection. I updated his father and let him know that we would need to come up with a joint plan for medication transfer. His father informed me that I would have to give him access to my mailbox/property. I said no.
By The Schizophrenic Momabout a month ago in Families
Between the Blessing and the Feast
November 23, 2017 was the day I turned 32 as a married Army wife who was 9 weeks pregnant, with an already 15-month-old daughter. As it was also Thanksgiving, join me, as we walk through that day from waking up famished to feasting and all of the surprises that happened in between.
By Ash Ylvisakerabout a month ago in Families
Filling in the C100 Form: What I Wish Someone Had Told Me. AI-Generated.
I didn’t set out thinking I’d ever complete a C100 form. In fact, if you’d asked me a year earlier, I would have told you that court was the very last thing I’d ever do. I was convinced that if we just kept trying, kept talking, kept sending those endless emails back and forth, we’d eventually agree on child arrangements.
By Jordan Leighabout a month ago in Families
The Grief for a Pet No One Talks About 🖤
“Losing a dog hurts more than anyone says. This is my story with Ducke, my companion and mischievous little rascal.” “Even though you’re not here anymore, your little eyes are still looking at me.” 🐾
By Olallaabout a month ago in Families
The One Who Stayed
Ayaan had always been the kind of kid who lived quietly at the edges of noise. Not shy, exactly — more like someone who preferred thinking before talking, listening before jumping into the middle of things. He wasn’t the loudest in class, not the funniest, not the kid everyone followed around. He was just… Ayaan. Calm, patient, and a little too thoughtful for his age.
By abdul qadirabout a month ago in Families
A Christmas Story—The Sparkly First Christmas Engagement Lights
You’d think Christmas lights have always been with us, just like Christmas. Could any of you picture Christmas without lights? But how would the children in the dark, so early on Christmas morning, find their way? The history of Christmas lights is a fascinating journey that intertwines with the birth of the modern age, when houses began to be illuminated with electricity.
By LaMarion Zieglerabout a month ago in Families
The Ultimate Guide to Creating Unforgettable Holiday Memories
The holidays come around every year, but the memories you create don't have to feel routine or forgettable. This comprehensive guide is designed for busy parents, grandparents, and family organizers who want to transform their holiday celebrations from ordinary gatherings into unforgettable holiday experiences that your loved ones will treasure for years to come.
By LaMarion Zieglerabout a month ago in Families
Beat Holiday Boredom Without Spending Much
At-Home Activities That Cost Almost Nothing DIY Craft Projects Using Household Items Before tossing those empty cereal boxes or toilet paper rolls, consider their creative potential!
By LaMarion Zieglerabout a month ago in Families
7 Holiday Meal Prep Hacks That Save Hours of Kitchen Time
The holidays shouldn't leave you exhausted in the kitchen while everyone else enjoys the festivities. These 7 holiday meal prep hacks will help busy home cooks and hosts cut their cooking time in half while still serving memorable meals.
By LaMarion Zieglerabout a month ago in Families
How Family Therapy Transforms Mental Health - Even When Nothing Else Works
Loving someone struggling with mental health is beautiful. But the feeling can be brutal at times. You do your best to be their safe place, but sometimes you fail to hold things together. Staying strong for them all the time is tough. It is obvious that you feel proud of yourself, and the next moment the situation becomes overwhelming. The onset of anxiety or pain can occur without notice. Family therapy can help all members move forward with greater peace and a sense of awareness.
By Town Psychological Servicesabout a month ago in Families
A Memory Echo
They always told me the house had a pulse. Not a heartbeat that any doctor could measure, not something that could be recorded and played back as evidence—just a quiet, lingering warmth that rose from the walls whenever dusk settled over the old family home. My older relatives dismissed it as “the house settling,” while the younger ones joked about ancient wiring and bad insulation. But even as a child, before I understood the science of anything, I sensed something more. Something alive.
By Luna Vaniabout a month ago in Families
How To Ensure Pest Control in Organic Gardening
Aside from not using any artificial fertilizers and genetically-modified crops, the hallmark of organic gardening is not using any chemical fertilizers, as well. The concept is fairly simple. Let nature run its course by making the vegetable garden as conducive to the growth of the natural predators and enemies of pests as much as possible.
By Bug Buster Gold Coastabout a month ago in Families