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The Empty Chair at the Dinner Table
It started with an argument — the kind that burns through love faster than fire through paper. My brother, Amir, and my father hadn’t spoken in nearly two years. The reason? Pride, misunderstandings, and words said in anger that no one really meant but everyone remembered.
By Malaika Piolet3 months ago in Families
Are Smartphones Making Teens More Depressed?. AI-Generated.
Introduction Smartphones have become an inseparable part of modern life, especially for teenagers. From chatting with friends to watching videos, doing homework, or browsing social media, these devices are the hub of teenage communication and entertainment. But as screen time increases, so do concerns about mental health. Studies and experts are beginning to ask a pressing question — are smartphones making teens more depressed?
By J. Hanry3 months ago in Families
Introducing Your Kids to Dining Out: How the Right Kids' Menu Sets the Stage
Dining out as a family can be one of life’s simplest joys. Sharing a meal outside the home gives parents a chance to relax, children an opportunity to explore, and everyone at the table a moment to connect without the distractions of home life. Of course, dining with kids often comes with its own set of challenges. Parents know the struggle: children can be picky, attention spans are short, and it can be tricky to find a family-friendly restaurant in Singapore. That is where the importance of a thoughtfully designed kids' menu in Singapore comes in. It not only keeps young ones happy, which keeps the family happy, but also sets the greater stage for fun, enjoyable dining experiences that children carry with them as they grow.
By Cleo Tan3 months ago in Families
The Last Cup of Tea I Shared With My Grandfather
I used to visit my grandfather only on weekends. Not because I didn’t love him, but because I was always “busy.” Work, friends, life — there was always something more urgent than sitting with an old man who repeated the same stories.
By Malaika Piolet3 months ago in Families
The Kind of Love That Feels Safe but Slowly Kills You
The Kind of Love That Feels Safe but Slowly Kills You When Comfort Becomes a Cage: Understanding Emotional Numbness, Stagnant Relationships, and the Slow Fade of Connection
By Unfiltered Guy3 months ago in Families
The Day I Held Their Hope
I still remember the silence after we signed the last paper. It was the kind of quiet that follows a monumental decision—the medical tests were done, the contracts were filed, and suddenly, the dream of becoming a surrogate wasn’t just a thought anymore.
By RSMCo3 months ago in Families
The Day My Dreams Turned to Ashes
I was 15, but I never felt like the other girls my age. While my classmates giggled over crushes and school gossip, I’d outgrown them long before. My body matured early—curves, striking features, and those rare colored eyes that turned heads wherever I went. I stood out, not just among my peers but in a way that drew older girls, 4 or 5 years ahead, into my circle. I compared myself to them, feeling more woman than teenager. The compliments poured in—my beauty was “unmatched,” they said—and with each word, my pride swelled. I saw myself as a captivating woman, ready to charm and love, far removed from the innocence of youth.
By zinat3 months ago in Families
The Call I Almost Ignored
It was a cold Sunday evening in February. I was sitting in my apartment, scrolling through my phone, lost somewhere between boredom and routine. Work had been heavy that week, and I was in no mood to talk to anyone. That’s when my phone started ringing.
By kashif khan4 months ago in Families
Best 11 Inch Laptops
In the world of portable computing, laptops have become more than just devices they’re our daily companions. From work to entertainment, they help us stay connected, creative, and productive wherever we go.
By Tab Delite4 months ago in Families
Grandchildren Overnight Again
Okay, my grandchildren are probably a year or so younger than the photo, being at eleven and twelve years old. It isn’t all bad! Much of our time together was fun. I am just feeling my age, with very little patience for the morning scramble, “Grandma, can we go to our house before school. I didn’t bring clean pants.” We don’t have time. I will quickly wash them.
By Denise E Lindquist4 months ago in Families
MOM
It returned with a smile full of satisfaction, a face as happy as spring coming to life. In its hand was the photo of its new idol that had been autographed at the last concert. It was eleven o'clock at night, the lights were still on. The pungent smell of smoke in the kitchen filled the house, making it stifling and uncomfortable. The figure of its mother was still busy, busily cooking sticky rice to prepare for tomorrow's market sale. It happily walked in, holding the photo in its hand and kissing it repeatedly! Innocently showing it off to its mother with a carefree laugh.
By Ken Daklak4 months ago in Families
The Summer Kitchen Adventure
The Summer Kitchen Adventure BY: Ubaid It was the beginning of the summer holidays in Karachi. The school gates had finally closed, and freedom had arrived. In our house, the four of us — Sonia, Saba, Armaghan, and I — were sitting together, discussing how to spend our long-awaited vacation.
By Ubaid 4 months ago in Families