extended family
All about how to stay connected, strengthen ties and talk politics with your big, happy extended family.
Growing Up is Hard!
I am not exactly sure when it happened. Something clicked like it hasn’t before. Now I am getting used to my new life, for the most part and things seem to be falling into place, but it is a bit scary. Growing up may be part of life, but it is hard.
By Crystal Nicole7 months ago in Families
"The Last Dance of My Cousin Angel"
Angel and I were more than just cousins- we were raised like sisters under loving care of our grandmother. We grew up sharing clothes, secrets, and Sunday morning chores. Even though we had very different personalities, our bond was unshakable.
By MelCreates7 months ago in Families
Mother-in-Law vs. Father-in-Law: Husband Caught in the Middle
Tom thought he knew what marriage meant. He pictured romantic dinners, cozy weekends, and maybe the occasional silly argument with his wife, Lisa. What he didn’t fully anticipate was the epic saga starring his mother-in-law, Margaret, and father-in-law, George — two very different generals waging a low-key war, with him stuck somewhere in the middle like a hapless peacekeeper.
By Mahayud Din7 months ago in Families
My Aunt, Sweet Like Honey Lamb Chops
Some people thought she was my mom. We were both light in complexion, thick girls, and always laughing when we were together. Bus she wasn't my mom- she was my mother's only sister, my aunt. And in many ways, she was like a second mother to me.
By MelCreates7 months ago in Families
The Housekeeper Silently Left After 5 Years
When the Wilson family hired Maria as their live-in housekeeper, they never imagined how deeply she would impact their lives. Quiet, hardworking, and private, she maintained their home with care and dedication. She never shared details of her past, nor did she speak much about herself. Over five years, she became a trusted and comforting presence — until one morning, she was simply gone.
By DigitalAddi7 months ago in Families
Smart Parenting Made Simple: A Complete Review of the Advanced Child Support Calculator
Child support matters can feel confusing. Every place has its own rules, and most parents are left guessing. The Advanced Child Support Calculator on LawRuleBook.com makes the process simple. This tool offers a quick estimate based on income, custody time, and location. It helps parents plan ahead without legal stress.
By Talha Zulfqar7 months ago in Families
The Unseen Hero: My Father's Silent Struggles
My earliest memories of my father are quiet ones. Not loud laughs or booming lectures, but moments stitched together by silence, sweat, and soft gestures. He wasn’t the type to teach life lessons with words. He taught them with action—the kind of action that often went unnoticed by everyone except the people who needed it most.
By Fazal Hadi7 months ago in Families
The Man Who Taught Me Courage
I was eight the first time I saw my father cry. It was a quiet Sunday afternoon in late spring. The kind where the sun soaked the front porch in golden light, and all you could hear was the occasional bark of a dog or the hum of a neighbor's lawn mower. My dad sat on the wooden steps, shoulders slumped, hands clasped between his knees. I stood by the screen door, peeking out through the mesh.
By Fazal Hadi7 months ago in Families
Steam of Hope
I was lucky enough to be raised by my grandmother on my maternal side. She wasn't just a caregiver-she was a spiritual teacher who used food as a language of faith. She always said, "Put your faith in everything you cook so it could become more than enough. "As a child. I didn't understand it. But as grew older and had to feed my own family, her words became my lifeline.
By MelCreates7 months ago in Families
IN THE ARM OF JESUS: FINDING COMFORT AND PEACE
“You’ll be okay, Mom. I promise.” Those were the last words Sarah’s son, Michael, said before stepping out of the house that stormy evening. It was just a few days after his 21st birthday. A quick errand. A short drive. Nothing unusual. But Sarah couldn’t shake the feeling in her chest—that sharp, anxious tug she now understood had been more than just a mother’s worry.
By From Dust to Stars7 months ago in Families
"More Than Just Friends? Exploring the Truth About Male-Female Friendships"
The question of whether men and women can sustain purely platonic friendships is as enduring as it is complex. While countless individuals affirm the possibility, others contend that such relationships are invariably laced with romantic or sexual undertones. To truly assess this dynamic, we must explore the intersection of evolutionary instincts, cultural narratives, and gender norms, while also considering the emotional nuances and practical realities of modern friendships.
By Whispers of Yousaf8 months ago in Families
