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Emigrating in 2019? How to Help Your Children Adjust
Moving to a whole new country is both a scary and an exciting experience. You can find a vast world of new opportunities and experiences there. However, it is bound to incite a whole lot of opposing feelings in both parents and their children. So, in order to make the move truly the best possible solution, you have to deal with these emotions, and spend time with your children. Depending on their age, it may be easier or quite difficult for them to accept the big change.
By Lucas H. Parker7 years ago in Families
Laughter, Tears and Love
My sweetheart came into my home at 16 months old. In the time she has been with us, I have laughed more than I had in a long time. She is sunny, and funny, and goofy! She is also able to get into anything and everything! She has found things in our home we didn’t even remember we owned.
By Rebecca Bailey7 years ago in Families
The Early Years
Everyone tells those of us looking to start a family that it is rewarding—sometimes to the point that if you find yourself hating it, you feel like a horrible person and mother. We are indoctrinated into thinking that there will be more good days than bad days, when it comes to raising your own brood of children. Almost every photo posted is of family moments that include laughter and smiles. Is it any wonder why people start families having no idea what they’re getting into?
By Virginia Lambo7 years ago in Families
Pass Me the Moon Please Mummy
Visiting the #moonexhibition at London’s #NaturalHistoryMuseum this June got me to thinking about my parenting. It triggered a memory of being about six years old, lying in bed, unable to sleep, and chatting to my daddy whilst looking out the window at the night sky, and him saying to me, “if I could give you the moon I would.”
By Kristinna C7 years ago in Families
Lorelei's Letters - Letter Seven
Lorelei's Letters is a series of posts addressed for my daughter, but that have general statements that I believe everyone should hear from someone, at some point in their lives. Basically, they are letters from mother to daughter, trying to explain this crazy world, and give some advice. A lot of them are on dark topics that I hope my daughter will get through with no scars. I hope you enjoy, or at least take something from the letters. Know that no matter who you are, where you are, or what you've done, you are loved. - A mother
By Michelle Schultz7 years ago in Families
It's Ok to Release Toxins
No one wants to have toxic people in their lives taking their joy away or making them unhappy. But what do you do if the very people making you unhappy and plain miserable are the ones that share your blood? How do you walk away from your family? What do you do if they keep bringing you down?
By Amanda J Mollett7 years ago in Families
Travel as Therapy
Traveling has always been part of my life, and as I sit on a plane headed back to Virginia, a few thoughts float through my head. Zakaria and I are next to each other while Leena and Aamir are at the back of the plane. I used to insist on being in the middle of Hadi and Zakaria. I now look over at Zakaria watching Star Wars, and it occurs to me that, while I miss all the bizarre conversations my sons had, particularly on family trips, I know Hadi made his presence known while we were in Cancun. Whether it was the beautiful yellow bird that consistently greeted us, or our salesperson having a twin brother, there was no way Hadi wasn’t being thought of at some point. Also, as an aside, our salesperson’s name was Esteban, and I am surprised Zakaria didn’t mention anything about crayons in front of him. ;)
By Saira Sufi7 years ago in Families
Things Not to Do When Getting a Divorce
DO NOT lie to the kids—if you have kids do not lie to them about what is happening to their family, why you and your spouse are choosing to get a divorce, or what is going to happen next. Kids are already going through the pain of divorce and one parent moving out of the house. Do not lie to them, even if you think it will make them feel better. It will assuredly make them feel worse. And may even make them feel that it is their fault, and that is why you are lying to them about it. And also they come to resent you for your actions.
By Amanda J Mollett7 years ago in Families
Diary of a Mummy Kid...
Blu, blu, blu, I love the bones off you, but crikey boy! My eldest and precious firstborn, unique in every way, so gay, in fact, I'm waiting for the day he utters the words, "Mummy, I've got something to tell you." I'll think, this is it, this is the day, and with a beaming smile I'll say, "What sweetheart?"
By Donna Fleming7 years ago in Families
