extended family

All about how to stay connected, strengthen ties and talk politics with your big, happy extended family.

The War Came Home With Him
The war ended long before I was born, but in our house, it was never really over. My father didn’t talk about it. He didn’t need to. The war announced itself in other ways—in the way he’d flinch if a car backfired down the street, in the way his hands would tighten around the steering wheel when the news showed grainy footage of some faraway conflict. Even the smell of smoke could make him go quiet for hours.
By Muhammad hassan7 months ago in Families
“I Took a DNA Test for Fun. It Destroyed My Family in 7 Days”
It was a joke gift, really. My friends and I chipped in for a DNA test kit during a New Year’s Eve party. We thought it would be funny to compare ethnic mixes and find out who had the most “surprising ancestry.”
By Hamad Haider7 months ago in Families
Softness Is the Strength I Was Denied. AI-Generated.
Softness Is the Strength I Was Denied By [Abdul Hadi] When I was eight, I cried because a dog died in a movie. My father turned off the TV, looked at me, and said,
By Abdul Hadi7 months ago in Families
The Coffee That Saved Me
I thought I left my village to chase opportunity. But what I really left behind was myself. In a one-room apartment in Addis, far from family and firewood, it wasn’t success I was searching for—it was the smell of my grandmother’s coffee.
By Buno Genale 7 months ago in Families
"Top Collagen Peptide Supplements Recommended by Nutrition Experts"
Collagen is the most abundant protein in the human body. It plays a crucial role in maintaining healthy skin, joints, hair, nails, and bones. As we age, our natural collagen production begins to decline, often leading to wrinkles, joint discomfort, and weaker connective tissue. That’s where collagen supplements—especially collagen peptides—come into play.
By Md. Ashraful Azad7 months ago in Families
My Daily Rituals That Keep Me Grounded
We live in a world that moves fast—faster than our nervous systems can handle, faster than our hearts can keep up with. Between the pings of notifications, the constant demands, and the pressure to always be “on,” it’s easy to lose your footing. I’ve had seasons where I felt like I was running through my life, not living it. I’ve had mornings where I opened my eyes already feeling behind.
By Irfan Ali7 months ago in Families
A Good Morning I’ll Never Forget
A Good Morning I’ll Never Forget It was a cold winter morning, the kind where silence hugs the streets and even the birds seem to sleep longer. I had just moved into a new apartment in a sleepy corner of the city, still unpacking my life one box at a time. The chill in the air made me crave warmth—not just of the body, but of the heart.
By Ali Asad Ullah7 months ago in Families
“Through Mom’s Eyes: The Story of Our Forever Bond”
Sarah stood by the nursery window, gazing down at the tiny bundle resting in the crib. The room was quiet except for the soft sound of the ceiling fan. In that serene moment, she felt like the world stopped just for them — for this new chapter of her life as a mother. The tiny boy, wrapped in a soft blue blanket, was Noah. Her son. The miracle she had been dreaming of for so long.
By Abdullah khan7 months ago in Families
Kids' and teens' mental health issues are lessened by exercise.
A lot of kids and teens are having mental health issues. The prevalence of anxiety and sadness is on the rise. Parents are seeking assistance, but not everyone responds well to conventional therapies. Exercise is currently being investigated as a useful strategy to enhance kids' mental health.
By Francis Dami7 months ago in Families
The Premature Baby Who Brought Our Broken Family Back Together
When my little sister graduated from varsity and moved in her first apartment, I felt like the beginning of everything. She had a good job, her own space, and had just found love. She was glowing- the happiest we had ever seen her.
By MelCreates7 months ago in Families
Discipline with Love: 5 Times You Should Not Discipline Your Child
Parenting is one of the most fulfilling yet challenging journeys we take in life. Educating children about right and wrong and pointing them in the right direction is an essential part of being a parent or caregiver. This process relies heavily on discipline. However, discipline should not be practiced at every opportunity. There are specific situations where disciplining a child can do more harm than good—damaging their emotional growth, trust in you, or even their sense of self-worth. Knowing when to hold back is just as important as knowing how to guide.
By kaykobad7 months ago in Families
The Sound of the Stars
Silence used to frighten me. As a child, I filled every quiet space with sound—TVs playing in the background, music always on, constant chatter, even when there was nothing to say. I thought noise meant life. Movement. Purpose. Silence felt like something was missing.
By Moments & Memoirs7 months ago in Families