extended family
All about how to stay connected, strengthen ties and talk politics with your big, happy extended family.
Through Their Eyes
Mira sat quietly on the edge of her bed, acceptance letter in hand. The emblem of the prestigious university gleamed in gold at the top of the page. Full tuition wasn’t covered—only partial. She knew her parents would smile and say “we’ll manage,” but she also knew what manage meant in their world.
By Adil Nawaz6 months ago in Families
Fleeing Family: A Reading List on Estrangement
During the three years I planned on fleeing my abusive family and in the year after cutting all contact, I never knew the word “estrangement.” When I encountered the term in a college literature class in 2014, I Googled it, curious and desperate to understand myself. Yet, I couldn’t find any relevant articles with the advice I actually needed: how to navigate holidays alone. I disappeared instead through writing, reading, and, later, living abroad; I established a chosen family and developed a repertoire of coping skills.
By Pir Ashfaq Ahmad6 months ago in Families
The Importance of Family in a Person’s Life
Family is one of the most fundamental and influential parts of a person's life. It is the first social group that we are exposed to, and it continues to shape our experiences, behaviors, values, and beliefs throughout our lifetime. Family is more than just people who are biologically related; it is a bond built on love, support, understanding, and shared responsibility. In every stage of life—from infancy to old age—family plays a crucial role in shaping identity, providing emotional support, offering life guidance, and helping individuals grow and thrive. The importance of family is undeniable, as it influences nearly every aspect of personal development and overall well-being.
By MANZOOR KHAN6 months ago in Families
Hard Times
By adina When my family first told me that we were moving to England, I was devastated. The idea of leaving behind everything I had ever known—my friends, my school, my street, my entire way of life—filled me with fear. Albania had always been my home, and although life there was not always easy, it was familiar. I couldn’t imagine starting over in a completely different place, a country I had only seen on TV or heard about from relatives who had gone abroad.
By Israr khan6 months ago in Families
Best Places and Options for Photo Printing in Singapore for Parents,Couple and Kids
Introduction: As a parent, there’s nothing more special than capturing your child’s milestones and preserving those precious memories. One of the best ways to hold on to these moments is through photo printing. Whether it’s a photo from your child’s birthday party, a family holiday, or a memorable school event, having these moments printed can turn fleeting memories into tangible keepsakes. In this blog, we will explore the best photo printing options for parents in Singapore. Whether you're searching for "photo printing near me" or looking for the most "photo printing Singapore cheap" options, this guide will help you find the perfect solution for printing your children's photos and memories.
By Photojaanic6 months ago in Families
Rural and Suburban Loneliness
It wasn’t the quiet that bothered Edith. It was how loud it could get. She lived in a small white house on the last street before the cornfields began. Not quite farmland, not quite neighborhood—just the space in between. The kind of town where people wave but never stop. Where every dog knows its way home, and every secret stays in the soil.
By Abuzar khan6 months ago in Families
Sleepless in Solitude: Did Any Of It Work?
Did Any Of It Work? Sleeplessness is a strange companion. While the world sleeps, I am awake, with my special daughter, I have 3). I have been a stay at home mum for so long that I can't even begin to contemplate returning to the rat race that is called 'work' — alarms, traffic jams, awkward office small talk — my brain freezes just thinking about it. My reason, you ask, maybe I'll share it in my next story. My husband is the only one working, and, although he has a well paid job, I can't help but feel like I should contribute something.
By Esther Oyewole6 months ago in Families
Who Wants More Sex: Male or Female? A Psychological and Biological Exploration
The question of whether males or females have a greater desire for sex is as old as human curiosity itself. This journal explores the intricate dynamics of sexual desire through the lenses of evolutionary biology, psychology, sociocultural influences, hormonal factors, and contemporary research. While popular belief often assumes males possess a stronger sex drive, emerging studies suggest a more complex picture. This paper aims to dissect the gender-based differences in sexual desire, accounting for biological, environmental, emotional, and social variables, and offering a nuanced conclusion rather than a binary answer.
By Fawad Khan6 months ago in Families
When Silence Fell Between Us . Content Warning. AI-Generated.
The first thing Leila noticed was that Daniel stopped asking how her day was. It didn’t happen overnight. At first, it was just once or twice—he’d come home late, kiss her on the cheek absently, and head straight to the couch. She told herself he was tired, stressed, distracted. Work had been rough. Life was just busy. But then it became a pattern. A new routine. Quiet replaced curiosity.
By FAWAD KOKO6 months ago in Families
