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.

"Lost in Translation: The Mother-Daughter Chronicles of Relationship Misunderstandings"
Article 1: "Lost in Translation: When Mom Thinks 'Love' Means 'Lectures'" In the labyrinth of mother-daughter relationships, there's often a language barrier that transcends words—a barrier of expectations, assumptions, and yes, even love. Picture this: a mother, armed with good intentions and a truckload of advice, inadvertently sends her daughter running for the hills every time she opens her mouth. Sound familiar? Welcome to the world of "Mom Talks"—where every conversation feels like a crash course in life lessons.
By Alexander Mensah2 years ago in Families
Joyce
That last day in May, 1986 I looked at my apple watch this morning and it gave me a calendar alert of “Mother’s Death, May 31, 1986, Tomorrow.” and I burst into tears, which surprised me.
By Frances Leah King2 years ago in Families
Grief Unchained: Experiencing Family Loss, Trauma, and Healing
“Today, in our “shut up, get over it, and move on” mentality, our society misses so much, it’s no wonder we are a generation that longs to tell our stories.” ― Elisabeth Kübler-Ross, On Grief and Grieving: Finding the Meaning of Grief Through the Five Stages of Loss
By Gabriela Trofin-Tatár2 years ago in Families
Morningside
I was born in Detroit, Michigan, in the early 1980s. By that time, my city had been in decline for decades. The population of this once great city began to fall in the 1950s, when my parents were children, but the tipping point was the 1967 riots. My father grew up only one block away from the epicenter, and from what I was told, an uncle, my birth mother's brother, was killed in the urban unrest.
By Jaye Pool2 years ago in Families
How Strange.....
I sit here, staring out my shop window. It's sunny & warm out but it feels as though it should be cloudy and gray...or at least there should be some sign that you have passed.
By Alicia Anspaugh2 years ago in Families
The Last Letter
In the small, serene town of Willow Creek, where the river gently meandered through and willows stood tall, there lived an elderly man named Henry. His hair had turned silver, and his steps were slower than they once were, but his eyes still held the spark of youth, especially when he spoke of his late wife, Clara.
By Salwa2 years ago in Families
A Mother's Hope: A Story from the Ukraine War
The first rays of dawn broke over the horizon, casting a pale light on the crumbling facades of Mariupol. Once a bustling city, it now lay in ruins, a testament to the ferocity of the ongoing war. Natalia Ivanova woke up in her tiny, outskirts apartment from a restless sleep. The sounds of artillery and the images of shadows running away tormented her dreams, but reality brought no comfort.
By Robert Mwawi2 years ago in Families
The Sodder Children Disappearance
On Christmas Eve of 1945, the Sodder family of Fayetteville, West Virginia, experienced a tragedy that would haunt them for the rest of their lives. A fire engulfed their home, claiming the lives of five of their children and leaving behind a mystery that remains unsolved to this day. The disappearance of the Sodder children has captivated the public imagination for nearly eight decades, spawning numerous theories and investigations, yet the truth remains elusive.
By Deji Akomolafe2 years ago in Families
Just a Minute. Content Warning.
In the bustling metropolis of New York City, where every second counts and time is always of the essence, a young woman named Lily found herself caught in a whirlwind of events that would change her life forever. It all began on a seemingly ordinary day as she rushed through the crowded streets, her heart pounding with a mixture of excitement and apprehension.
By RAVI KUMAR2 years ago in Families
THE UNSEEN THREADS OF FATE. Content Warning.
In the small town of Karmola, nestled in a valley surrounded by rolling hills and dense forests, lived a single mother named Jerima and her 23-year-old daughter, Miskina. Jerima had raised Miskina on her own, often speaking of Miskina's father as a fleeting ghost who had vanished when she was pregnant. Jerima never revealed the truth about her past, crafting a life of hard work and perseverance, determined to provide for her daughter.
By Lubayi Louis Arkangelo2 years ago in Families
A Mother’s Journey: The Displacement and Refugee Crisis of the Ukrainian War
A Mother’s Journey: The Displacement and Refugee Crisis of the Ukrainian War Maria clutched her seven-year-old daughter, Anya, close as they trudged along the muddy path leading out of their village in eastern Ukraine. The winter wind bit at their faces, and Maria's worn coat provided little protection against the cold. Anya’s small hand, gloved in mittens too large for her, tightened around her mother’s fingers. The distant rumble of artillery was a constant reminder of the war they were fleeing.
By ADEKUNLE CLEMENT 2 years ago in Families
Mother's Day
Help Change The World by Voting for Mr. Health and Fitness 2024! Read to the End to see How! --- Today is Mother's Day. I always find Holidays like this a bit strange.
By Dr. Cody Dakota Wooten, DFM, DHM, DAS (hc)2 years ago in Families