extended family

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

Lessons from Old Family Photo Albums: Finding Strength in Stories of the Past
Imagine stumbling upon an old family photo album. Dust settles on the cover, but inside lies a treasure trove of memories. One photograph captures your grandmother at a young age, smiling at a time when the world seemed uncertain. And as you flip, Each photograph was more than an image; it was a story, a lesson, a piece of your history. Moments like these remind us that family histories hold powerful stories, woven through time. Each photo and handwritten note has lessons that can guide and inspire us today.
By Heal Meabout a year ago in Families
The 9-Month Bond
The journey of motherhood begins long before the world hears the first cry of a newborn. It starts in the quiet, intimate space of the womb, where a mother and her child begin to form a connection unlike any other. For nine months, a profound bond is nurtured—a relationship that is felt in the deepest recesses of the heart, even before it is seen or touched. This is a bond built on unseen threads, on heartbeats that resonate with unspoken understanding, and on a love so pure and innate that it transcends the limitations of time and space.
By Noorabout a year ago in Families
The Surprising Reasons a Healthy Diet is Crucial for Your Health. AI-Generated.
Did you know that 60% of adults in the U.S. don't eat well? This can lead to serious health issues like heart disease, diabetes, and some cancers. Knowing why a healthy diet is key can help avoid these problems. Good nutrition is vital for staying healthy and feeling good.
By Haven Off Healthabout a year ago in Families
Inspiring Prize Ideas for Your Next Weight Loss Challenge
Group weight loss challenges have become increasingly popular as a motivating and enjoyable way to achieve fitness goals together. Whether you're organizing a challenge at work, with friends, or in your community, choosing the right prizes can significantly boost participation and commitment. Let's explore some creative prize ideas and essential elements of successful group weight loss challenges.
By K. B. about a year ago in Families
Reaching Peak Fitness After 40
In the past, 40 was regarded as the beginning of a deterioration in athletic performance. However, we are seeing more athletes challenge that stereotype, such as Lindsey Vonn, 40, and Chris Sharma, a 43-year-old mountain climber, who are still doing remarkable things. This success is not confined to the elite; even regular individuals may attain their optimum fitness beyond 40, as did Ken Rideout, a father of four from Nashville, who began running actively in his mid-40s and was one of the fastest marathon runners in his age category by his 50s.
By Pedro Wilsonabout a year ago in Families
Drinking Water: The Secret to a Longer, Healthier Life
As the New Year begins, many of us are looking to improve our overall health. While regular exercise and a plant-based diet are effective ways to improve your well-being, getting enough sleep, reducing stress, limiting alcohol, and engaging in active socializing are just as important.
By Pedro Wilsonabout a year ago in Families
A Guide for Parents: 5 Ways to Understand Your Children’s Emotions
Why Should We Understand Children’s Emotions? Hello everyone, I’m Super Bulldog! Today, I want to discuss something very important: Why should we understand our children’s emotions? Let me explain this by drawing on my own experiences and observations.
By Super Bulldogabout a year ago in Families
The Healthiest Beans to Eat: Top 5 Choices Backed by Nutritionists
If you’re wanting to enhance your health in 2025, adding more beans and lentils to your diet is a good decision. Packed with nutrients including 1 fiber, protein, iron, and magnesium,
By Pedro Wilsonabout a year ago in Families
3 Easy Steps to Prepare 21 High-Protein Dinners for the Winter Season. AI-Generated.
Winter is coming, and we need meals that keep us warm and full of energy. High-protein dinners are great because they give our bodies the fuel they need. Quick and easy dinners with lots of protein are perfect for staying healthy during the cold months.
By Haven Off Healthabout a year ago in Families
5-Day Challenge: Eat Healthier, Feel Happier
Welcome to the Health Challenge: 5 Days Toward Healthy and Happier Eating! Are you ready to take control of your eating habits and go on a path toward improved health and more happiness? This week, we focus on ultra-processed foods, a big nutritional hazard in our society. Over five days, you'll do engaging exercises and activities to understand your eating habits better. Are you ready to get started? Let's get started!
By Pedro Wilsonabout a year ago in Families
The Key to the Forgotten Chest
On a rainy afternoon in the quiet town of Willow Creek, sixteen-year-old Clara stumbled upon a peculiar object while exploring her grandmother's attic. The attic was a treasure trove of forgotten items: dusty books, faded photographs, and trunks filled with relics of the past. But this discovery was different—a small, ornate key, rusted at the edges yet still gleaming faintly in the dim light. Clara turned it over in her hands, noticing the intricate designs etched into the handle.
By oluwatoba ayomikunabout a year ago in Families
Why Fear of Change Holds Us
Change is one of life’s constants, yet it has a remarkable ability to unsettle even the strongest among us. The fear of change runs deep. It’s a quiet whisper that tells us to stay where we are, to hold tight to what we know. This hesitation, this reluctance, often stems from the stories we tell ourselves about what change represents. These stories are rooted in fear—fear of the unknown, of failure, and sometimes even of success.
By Laney Matthewsabout a year ago in Families