fact or fiction
Is it fact or merely fiction? Fact or Fiction explores the myths and beliefs we hold about our family dynamics, traditions, and if there's such thing as a 'perfect family.'
Tears of Resilience: A Mother's Unforgettable Eid
Eid al-Fitr is a time of joy, forgiveness, and celebration in Pakistan. The air is filled with the sweet scent of attar, the sound of laughter, and the warmth of family gatherings. But for me, this Eid will forever be etched in my memory as a bittersweet reminder of sacrifice, love, and resilience.
By Muhammad Kashif 2 months ago in Families
Flowers That Couldn’t Bloom. Content Warning. AI-Generated.
I stared at the world around me the laughter, the noise, the effortless rhythm of people who seemed to know how to live and wondered if I was the one at fault, or if it was the world itself that was broken.
By Bars bingo 3 months ago in Families
A tradition with the dead
The Day of the Dead has always played an essential role in my life growing up. It's a tradition going back many generations, however this year in 2025 is a hard one for me because a year ago I lost my mother due to Pulmonary fibrosis it's a lung disease it hardly has treatment but definitely has no cure however this year I had to put up my mother's photo with my father who also passed away in 2017 due to heart failure.
By stephanie borges3 months ago in Families
A Mother’s Last Wish . AI-Generated.
In the remote village of Chakwal, life moved to the rhythm of seasons — the wind carrying the scent of wet soil and ripe wheat, and the canal’s gentle murmur providing a constant lullaby. Among the narrow mud-brick lanes lived Amma Farida, an 80-year-old mother whose strength and wisdom were known to all. Her hands were worn and calloused from decades of tending fields and household chores, yet her touch remained soft and tender. Her eyes, though clouded with age, held a spark that spoke of years of unbreakable love and tireless sacrifice.
By Ishaq khan3 months ago in Families
The Corruption of Childhood Innocence: How Modern Media Helped Rewrite the Family and the Iconic Berenstain Bears
There was a time when The Berenstain Bears stood for something good. It was a series that helped children understand responsibility, honesty, humility, and faith in simple, practical ways. The lessons were gentle and timeless. Papa Bear could be silly, but was never degraded. Mama Bear was steady, but without being domineering. Together they modeled respect, teamwork, and the kind of family order that reflected biblical truth: the father leads as the head, the mother respects and nurtures, and the children yield and learn.
By Peter Thwing - Host of the FST Podcast3 months ago in Families
Freedom Without Consequence: The Lie That Destroyed the Family
Modern society claims to champion equality, but when it comes to parenthood, the system could not be more unequal. The law grants women near-total control over reproduction while holding men accountable for outcomes they cannot influence. This imbalance has produced not just unfair laws, but a moral double standard that punishes responsibility and excuses recklessness.
By Peter Thwing - Host of the FST Podcast3 months ago in Families
The Rise and Fall of Tom Girardi: A Hollywood Legal Scandal
The Rise and Fall of Tom Girardi: A Hollywood Legal Scandal Tom Girardi was once one of the most respected attorneys in the United States, a man known for his powerful courtroom presence, successful class-action lawsuits, and lavish lifestyle. As a founding partner of a prominent Los Angeles law firm, he built his reputation on representing victims against major corporations. But behind the image of success and prestige, Girardi was hiding a web of corruption, financial manipulation, and betrayal that would eventually destroy his empire and his reputation.
By America today 3 months ago in Families
