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Almost one year since my mom passed away.
Everyone goes through grieving differently. We all know the step, • Shock and Denial • Anger • Bargaining • Depression
By stephanie borges2 months ago in Families
Sex and Parenthood . Content Warning.
My husband and I started off hot and heavy. The night we met, I went home with him and did things I had never done before. From then on, we were always all over each other in every capacity. But having a baby changed that.
By EL2 months ago in Families
Loft vs No Loft: Choosing a Tiny Home Layout
Tiny home living opens up a world of incredible freedom and financial bonuses. Before you pack up your current living space, there’s a significant decision to be made: the floor plan. Floor space is pretty limited in a tiny home. You’ll have to decide whether your future residence includes a loft.
By Andrew Lemieux2 months ago in Families
How to View Deleted Messages on Messenger – A Parental Guide. AI-Generated.
Modern parenting now includes understanding how your child communicates online. Apps like Messenger are widely used by teens to chat, share photos, and connect with friends. But sometimes, a parent may feel the need to recover deleted messages—especially when they sense sudden behavioral changes, unusual secrecy, or safety concerns. This guide explains how to responsibly check deleted Messenger messages while maintaining a healthy, trust-based relationship with your child.
By Ahmad Hassan2 months ago in Families
Religion does not teach...
The car went through a speed breaker and Jamil and Stephen, who were sitting in the back seat, hit their heads on the roof of the car. Jamil shouted, “Sir! Watch how you drive!” The school principal, who was sitting in the driver’s seat, looked in the rearview mirror and said, “Sorry, son.” Stephen kept patting his head but didn’t even utter a word.
By shahkar jalal2 months ago in Families
New Christmas Movies to Watch and Classics to Revisit in 2025.
The holiday season is the perfect time to gather with family, curl up on the sofa, and immerse yourself in stories that spark joy, laughter, and warmth. This year, 2025, offers both brand-new films that feel fresh and familiar classics that continue to charm audiences of all ages. Whether you prefer heartwarming adventures, clever comedies, or reflective tales, these movies bring the spirit of Christmas to life.
By Test2 months ago in Families
In My Mother’s Eyes
There are stories that live not in words, but in the way someone looks at you. My mother’s eyes have always been such a story. When I was a child, I thought they were simply brown—ordinary, familiar. But as I grew, I learned they were something far more sacred: they were archives of a life lived with quiet courage. They held the storms she never spoke of, the dawns she quietly rebuilt.
By LUNA EDITH2 months ago in Families
he Neighbor Who Promised Forever—and Left Me with a Lifetime of Regret
I was a nurse working endless shifts at the hospital. One freezing autumn night, bone-tired after saying goodbye to the kids on the ward, I dragged myself to the bus stop. My breath froze between my palms; my fingers turned to ice. When the overcrowded bus finally came, people shoved from every side. I could barely stand. I just wanted to collapse on the filthy floor.
By zinat2 months ago in Families
How to Check Someone’s Instagram Activity — A Parental Guide. AI-Generated.
In today’s world, Instagram has become a central part of how teens connect, express themselves, and explore their identities. But for parents, it can also be a space full of unknowns — who are they following, what are they posting, and what kind of content are they exposed to? This guide will help you learn how to check someone’s Instagram activity responsibly, so you can protect your child’s digital well-being without breaking trust or crossing boundaries.
By Ahmad Hassan2 months ago in Families
Homegrown Heritage: The Role of Family Traditions in Modern Homebuilding
In today’s fast-moving world, homes are not only built for comfort and style but also to preserve a family’s identity. More families are realizing that modern architecture can still hold deep emotional and cultural meaning. The idea of family traditions in modern homebuilding reflects this balance—creating homes that feel new yet rooted in the past.
By Fischer Homes2 months ago in Families
Why We So Often Confuse Lust for Love
In the tumultuous landscape of human connection, few mix-ups are as common or as consequential as mistaking the blazing flare of lust for the steady flame of love. It is a timeless confusion, one that has fueled sonnets and sitcoms, broken hearts, and built ill-fated relationships. Both are powerful, all-consuming forces, yet they originate from different parts of our being and are destined for different ends. Understanding the chasm between them is not to diminish the power of lust, but to honour the profound complexity of love.
By Abiniah Thineshkumar2 months ago in Families
Home Swimming Pool Safety Tips for Parents. AI-Generated.
The weather will become warmer as it will soon be summer. This means your child would like to spend more time playing in the pool. However, as a parent, it is your responsibility to keep the pool safe for your children besides just keeping it an exciting and fun zone. The CDC reports that drowning is a recognizable cause of accidental deaths in children. In fact, drowning is the leading cause of accidental injury death in young children ages 1-4.
By Kristina Leatherman2 months ago in Families