grief
Losing a family member is one of the most traumatic life events; Families must support one another to endure the five stages of grief and get through it together.
'The Fresh Start'. A Story of Confidence Restored
Emily (not her real name) was always the life of the party—a natural conversationalist with a warm, infectious laugh. However, over the past year, she had begun to withdraw, avoiding close interactions and even skipping gatherings with friends. At first, her loved ones assumed she was simply busy or stressed, but the truth was far more personal: Emily was battling persistent bad breath, a problem she felt too embarrassed to discuss.
By ALEX.TAWIAH10 months ago in Families
My Mother Died And I Have Survivor's Guilt. Content Warning.
My mother passed away in December of last year, after a short battle with cancer. She was only sixty-eight years old. She was diagnosed in March and, even though it was already stage three at that point, she kept her hopes up and did everything she could to beat it. She went to all of her hospital appointments, and then started the chemo. But then some weeks later, several other problems arose, and, in the days leading up to her death, she deteriorated at such an alarming rate, both physically and mentally, that she was barely recognizable.
By Carol Saint Martin10 months ago in Families
Those Little Hands
"How will I tell you that he's not coming back?" The question was just on my head. I could not bear to voice it. But I let you watch him go. I was cruel. I should not have. But I did not want to lie, even if I cannot speak the truth. I wanted to show you how truth hurts. I was angry at him. Maybe, I wanted you to feel the same way.
By Raquel Panganiban10 months ago in Families
Beyond (Poisoned) Blood and (Shattered) Bones
Family. Family was a word, concept, or even a social construct that Tim had struggled with for as long as he could remember. "M-y family are the most important people in my life, without a shadow of a doubt. From my mother, who with my father's seed, brought me forth from her womb, into this world of light and dark, wonder and horror. To my siblings who followed my pathway to life years later and then to my own family of wife and children. Above all, it’s the people who choose to be with you through thick and thin that truly define family. Nonna, Nonno, Grandad, Granny, uncles, aunts and cousins, too." He wasn't born into a traditional family. Things as they stood in the world were way past traditional, anyway, but even compared to some of the other survivors, his family situation was different.
By Paul Stewart10 months ago in Families
The Invisible Bond
Elena absentmindedly stirred her espresso by the cafe window. Outside, the rain that had been falling relentlessly for three days blurred the streets of Paris, transforming the city into a watercolor painting. Droplets clung to the windowpane, fracturing the city lights into prismatic shards. She glanced at her watch—10:30 AM. Late again. The antique bracelet on her wrist tingled faintly, the one she never removed.
By Niranjon Chandra Roy10 months ago in Families
Love Has No Victory or Defeat, Only Unfinished Stories
The cafe was quiet, save for the soft hum of the espresso machine and the occasional clink of a spoon against porcelain. Riya sat by the window, her fingers tracing the rim of her coffee cup, lost in thought. The rain outside blurred the city lights into streaks of gold and red, a perfect reflection of the chaos inside her heart.
By Niranjon Chandra Roy10 months ago in Families
Raya Without Them
Info: “Raya” is a Malay word that means “celebration” or “festival.” It is commonly used to refer to major religious and cultural holidays in Malaysia and other Southeast Asian countries. Raya in the context of Hari Raya Aidilfitri, it refers to the celebration marking the end of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting.
By norma work10 months ago in Families
Cry of An African Girl Child
Can you imagine what life could be like if you were rejected even before birth? Yes, you heard me right. An African girl surrounded with a million aunties and uncles but always feel lonely. Boys and girls enjoyed running and playing hide and seek under bright sunshine and bright moonlight. This is typically what life looks like to other girls who have opportunities of being nurtured and cared for by adults around them. Poverty and primitive cultural beliefs turn to stealing life from other girls who are being sent off to marriage too soon.
By Brendabell njee10 months ago in Families
