humanity

Humanity begins at home.

The Night We All Stayed Up
It started as an ordinary Friday evening, quiet and uneventful. We had finished dinner, the dishes were stacked, and my parents were preparing for a movie night. But my little sister had an idea that changed the entire evening: a sleepover in the living room. She begged us, pleaded even, until finally, my parents agreed. That was the beginning of one of the most unforgettable nights in our family history.
By syed4 months ago in Families
The Lost Letter in Mom’s Drawer. Content Warning.
It was an ordinary afternoon when I noticed a slightly worn envelope tucked away at the back of Mom’s top drawer. I had been searching for a pen, but the envelope caught my eye. It wasn’t unusual for her to keep letters, but something about this one felt different. Its edges were frayed, and the paper had yellowed with age, suggesting it had been there for years, waiting quietly to be discovered.
By syed4 months ago in Families
When My Brother Stood Up for Me
It was an ordinary Wednesday afternoon, the kind that feels unremarkable until something shifts everything. School had ended, and I was walking home with a heavy backpack and an even heavier heart. Bullying had become routine, whispered insults that followed me through hallways, and today had been worse than usual. I felt small, invisible, and exhausted by the constant tension.
By syed4 months ago in Families
Grandma’s Secret Recipe
Grandma’s kitchen always smelled like magic. Even before I could walk properly, I would cling to her skirts, mesmerized by the rhythm of her hands moving deftly through flour, sugar, and spices. Each gesture had its own pace, a dance she performed with precision and love. I didn’t understand then that this was her way of teaching, of sharing wisdom beyond words.
By syed4 months ago in Families
The Sunday That Changed Everything
It was a Sunday unlike any other. The morning began with the usual sounds of clattering dishes, laughter, and the faint smell of pancakes drifting from the kitchen. But beneath the familiar routine, there was an unusual tension—small, almost imperceptible, yet tangible enough to make everyone slightly uneasy.
By syed4 months ago in Families
Female sexual dysfunction
What Is Female Sexual Dysfunction? Female sexual dysfunction refers to ongoing sexual problems that make intimacy less satisfying or cause stress in a relationship. These issues can involve desire, arousal, orgasm, or pain during sex.
By MUHAMMAD Abbas4 months ago in Families
A New Year of Hope: 2021 and the Journey Beyond the Pandemic
Dear Children ,BY:Ubaid A new year has begun! This time, the world is welcoming it with the hope that the hardships we faced in 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic will finally start to ease in 2021. Last year, life was almost paralyzed, with normal routines disrupted, schools closed, and countless uncertainties looming over everyone’s heads. Let us pray that this new year brings relief, health, and happiness, and that this dreaded disease becomes a mere story of the past.
By Ubaid 4 months ago in Families
Mile Marker
# Mile Markers Once upon a Time couldn't come fast enough, I thought as the big gray four door pickup with my entire bedroom strapped into a Uhaul trailer backed out of my childhood driveway and entered the streets of adulthood. I silently counted my blessings as each mile marker passed as we furthered away from the 710 freeway onto open road tree divided patches of land as we trailed up Pacific Coast Highway.
By Autumn 4 months ago in Families
The Heart Behind the Helmet
The Heart Behind the Helmet: The Story of Diego Pavia's Biggest Fan In the world of college football, we celebrate the quarterbacks for their arm strength, their mobility, and their leadership on the field. We know the names, the stats, and the highlight reels. But behind every great athlete is a foundation of support, often built by family. For New Mexico State quarterback Diego Pavia, that unwavering foundation, his biggest fan, is his mother.
By KAMRAN AHMAD4 months ago in Families
Do Your Adult Children Like Spending Time With You?
Many parents, who have otherwise healthy relationships with their adult children, complain that their children get snippy and irritable when they spend significant amounts of time together. Alternatively, they don’t understand why their adult children seem to only spend calculated amounts of time with them, or refrain from sharing aspects of their life with them.
By Marlena Guzowski4 months ago in Families
Guided by Faith:A Mother’s Journey in America
The Light of Guidance in a Foreign Land BY:Khan My name is Balqis Riyaz, and during my stay in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, I was once invited to an Ameen ceremony. My daughter, Saadia, and I arrived at the house, only to find it overflowing with guests. The entire place was buzzing with voices, laughter, and the aroma of freshly prepared food. Many women wore hijabs, radiating grace and modesty.
By Khan 4 months ago in Families
U.S. Housing and Homelessness Crisis and Its Impact on Single Parents
Homelessness has surged in recent years, reaching unprecedented levels. HUD’s 2024 report found the overall homeless population rose 18% from 2023, driven largely by families with children. Between 2023 and 2024, there were 39% more people in families experiencing homelessness on any given night. Nearly 150,000 children were homeless on a single night in 2024, a 33% jump in one year. All categories of homelessness (unsheltered, chronic, etc.) hit record highs in 2024 except veterans, who alone saw an 8% decline due to sustained federal efforts. Older adults (age 55+) now make up one in five homeless people, and nearly half of homeless seniors sleep rough. Black Americans remain disproportionately affected: although only 12% of the U.S. population, they are 32% of those experiencing homelessness. In short, homelessness is a national crisis impacting a broad swath of society – families, seniors, people with disabilities, and communities of color – exacerbated by stagnating incomes, soaring rents, and an underfunded safety net.
By Svetka L4 months ago in Families