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Saying Goodbye
Parents, we love them right, we worry about them when they get older in the years. Imagine this, one day you are talking to your dad, and the next few weeks he was gone. Forever. Right? that hits. For me it a struggle not having him around.
By Amanda Rose5 years ago in Families
The Most Hated Woman in America
The American Dream A picture-perfect American family. Standing against a white wall, beaming. A smiling father and a pert blonde mother holding a baby. Then the children, in descending order. One, two, three. Four including the baby. They seem so happy — full of so much joy that it’s overflowing. This family has so much love to give.
By HK Sloan5 years ago in Families
Motherhood
Entering motherhood, you think its going to be a walk in the park. You believe that you are going to make it through all the obstacles with your significant other. But what happens if you’re doing it alone? What happens if you begin struggling with being a mom because even though you seem good, the stories from others that traumatized you.
By Viccy Cobbett5 years ago in Families
The Realities of Divorce
My parents separated when I was eight. We lived in Virginia which meant the parents had to be living separately for one year. They had to wait one full year until their divorce was final. The most fought after in court is the custody of the minor children. Parents, lawyers, judges etc consider minor children as property. In the video Voice of a child of divorce, the young boy is writing a letter to his parents, he is explaining to his parents that he has feelings, how he develops is in the hands of his parents. Parents that constantly bicker over the children, in front of the child lowers their self esteem. By putting the other spouse down in front of your child sends a signal that they aren't worthy of love or being loved.
By Lawrence Edward Hinchee5 years ago in Families
Thanksgiving Thankful
“Ready to eat”?! Thursday morning five years ago is the day it all started... Just your average Thanksgiving Day. We had ham cooking in the oven, greens on the stove, and yams being mixed into a bowl ready for the pie to be made. The air was full of love from our realities, not a worry in the world except when will my stomach stop growling. We had it GOOD!
By Michael Anterio5 years ago in Families
The Most Common Last Name In the United States
You might or might not have the common last name belonging to more than 2.4 million Americans. You might not even know what that last name is. For your information, the most common last name in the United States is Smith, and it is spelled that way instead of Smyth, Schmidt, Schmitz, or some other variation.
By Margaret Minnicks5 years ago in Families
Looking Back On What Really Matters
Who knew that the year 2020 would be so chaotic and that we would be struggling to get by. This year didn't just affect a few people, everyone was affected. Some people lost their jobs, some lost their homes and other lost their lives. People get sick and die everyday but I think this year really made us appreciate life and everything that we still have. I think it made us realize how short life can be sometimes, at least it did for me. It can make you take a step back for a moment and reflect on your life. So I'm taking a step back and pondering what I am thankful for.
By Nicole Lytle5 years ago in Families
The Best Thanksgivings Don't Need a Turkey
I grew up in Midwest farm family. One Sunday each and every month we would all get together with our Grandparents, Aunts, Uncles and cousins for a potluck meal. We didn’t gather together on set holidays especially holiday like Thanksgiving that happened during the Harvest. I never attended a “traditional” style Thanksgiving until I was old enough to start to date. We were either working in the field or volunteering to pack meals for shut ins at the Church on Thanksgiving.
By B Sweeney5 years ago in Families
Two Sleepy People...
Today, I want to share one of my favourite memories from my childhood with my Grandparents. And there is a lot of them. When I think of my Grandpa Kai (namesake for my son), this is the memory that comes to mind first before any other. I was very young, I honestly couldn’t even tell you how old I was, but I was definitely under 6 years old. I’ll try to paint you a picture of what it looked like, just to set the scene a bit.
By Honeybee5 years ago in Families
This is us
Hi there! My name is Ashley and I am a mother to 2 daughters 9 & 10 and a son who was born still-born in March, 2018. I have a fiance who i've been with for almost 12 years. The End
By Ashley Parrett5 years ago in Families
6 Tips To Make Your Home Safer For Your Little Ones
Being a parent (or grandparent) means doing whatever it takes to keep your children safe. You make sure to buckle them securely into their car seats. You’re careful about what they eat. You obsess over every decision, from bouncy seats to babysitters. Even your own home isn’t safe from scrutiny: These tips will help you make sure your home is safe for your little ones.
By Craig Middleton5 years ago in Families
“A Mother for Melvin”
During the summer of 1965, Evelyn came to live with us. I was eleven and going to start fifth grade. She was Dad’s latest girlfriend to move in with him, my two older brothers, and me.
By Ashley Kauffman5 years ago in Families