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Becoming Sarah: Chapter One
Sarah Friedman scowled as rain pitter pattered menacingly outside her bedroom window. It was the last day of summer vacation and this was just not the way she had envisioned spending her final hours of freedom before entering the eighth grade. Sarah pressed her forehead on the glass and peered out, brooding over the fact that she would have to spend the day inside. As she gazed out through upturned hazel eyes, the phone began to chime but Sarah was in no mood to pick it up. Mind you, it must have only been about ten feet away from where she was hunched over, in her ball of teenage self-pity. Assuming it was nobody important, Sarah rested her head on the window and let out an annoyed sigh.
By Irina Lessne6 years ago in Families
Mother
The photo I pick is of my mother. We are at Ihop for breakfast and while waiting for our food, she had gazed outside the window for several minutes and was daydreaming about something or maybe someone. At that moment, I had to discreetly take a picture of her in that moment of wonder, like a time capsule of her. I love this picture because it was a natural juncture of my mother in deep thought, which I rarely get to see because I live across the country and when I do see her and spend time with her, she is mostly moving around doing something or cooking most of the time and spending time with her grandchildren. At that instant, she was taking the time to herself and to think about something was it life; her past, present or future or even her loved ones. In the photo, is she happy, sad or just content with life? When looking at my mother, at the instance it reminds me of how valuable our loved ones are to us and every minute we have with them is a blessing to have with them since we don't know when our last day will be with them. So every day I say or text, ”I love you” to her. To my husband and kids, I give them a kiss and say ”I love you”, at night before going to bed I give them hugs, kisses and say ”I love you.”
By Kim Spicer6 years ago in Families
Conversations with a Brick Wall
Content warning: Trans issues, conflict, emotional abuse including Abandonment, deadnaming, gaslighting, and isolation. I had a conversation this morning with a brick wall, and I want to share it with you. It went something like this.
By Sophia-Helene Mees de Tricht6 years ago in Families
Life After Divorce: 5 Ways to Recover Your Life
Going through a divorce is a devastating process, no matter how bad the marriage was. You not only lose your spouse, but you also lose your lifestyle. With each shattered dream, you are knocked off balance, and often you do not know how to start picking up the pieces. However, despite the pain and despair, you are feeling, the chaos will die down, and you can begin your recovery. Surviving after your divorce is challenging, but life has to move on, and you cannot remain stuck in the same spot forever. Here are five tips to help you survive the painful ordeal and come out stronger:
By Maryn Mcdonnell6 years ago in Families
Scared parents
Had a meeting with social workers in MK yesterday. I Was informed that many homes they visit around MK they witness that parents are SCARED of their children. I was praised for the way I parent my own & also look out for others in the community. It disheartened me to think this is the reality a lot of parents are suffering. And it’s the reality that this is the control that youths of today have gained & the very reason we live in chaos. I do not judge any mother who is in this position but I would love To help if i can. I feel as parents we need to keep the community spirit alive. The services are reluctant as of what they can do. And parents left isolated to feel alone. WHEN I was in this position living this journey, I felt like I was living under a pressurised jar, balancing being a mum & trying to manage my thoughts & anxieties regarding my son was an incredible feeling. At times I felt like I could totally lose it, but why would I wanna “lose it” when I’m fighting with a passion to win.
By Julia Davis6 years ago in Families
Boggart Hole Clough
Once upon a time in Blackley lived a family who had a house right next to Boggart Hole Clough. Young Wyn loved to do stuff with his dad and this day when he hoped to go out and play with him, his dad says “ Right I’m just off for a game of bowls!”
By Greg Brown6 years ago in Families
