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Grandma Lian always swore that black brought only sorrow. “Funeral color,” she’d mutter, pushing the ebony scarf to the back of the cupboard whenever Mei tried to wear it. Traditions, she’d say, kept the family safe, just as they had in her Hakka village, long before planes and phones stitched continents together.
By Arun Cleetus7 months ago in Families
The Day We Forgot to Say Goodbye
The morning was ordinary. That’s what still haunts me. My younger brother, Saad, was arguing about the last slice of toast — nothing dramatic, just the usual sibling squabble. I was running late for school, stuffing my books into my backpack with one hand and scrolling through my phone with the other. My father sat at the kitchen table, sipping his chai in silence, while my mother moved from stove to sink like clockwork.
By SAN7 months ago in Families
Building with Heart: Sonny Tran’s Community-First Approach to Real Estate
In the often profit-driven world of real estate, Sonny Tran stands out for his heart-centered approach to development. As founder of Tran Group, Sonny has redefined the role of the real estate investor—not just as a businessperson, but as a builder of community. His journey, rooted in resilience and genuine passion, highlights the difference that personal purpose can make in transforming lives and neighborhoods.
By Dena Falken Esq7 months ago in Families
The Day Silence Replaced Her Voice
I never imagined silence could be so loud. It was a Thursday afternoon—the kind of day you forget before it’s even over. The sun peeked out between the clouds like it couldn’t decide whether to shine or hide. She had been sleeping more often those days, her voice growing thinner, softer—like a fading radio station in the background of life.
By Jawad Khan7 months ago in Families
How to Recognize a Toxic Relationship (and Find the Courage to Walk Away)
We all crave connection. We want to feel loved, valued, and understood. But sometimes, the person we trust the most can become the one who hurts us repeatedly.
By Kim Jon7 months ago in Families
The Last Secret
Sarah had never been close to her mother-in-law, Evelyn. Their relationship was civil but distant, like two strangers forced to coexist in the same space. Evelyn was a woman of few words — guarded, proud, and seemingly burdened by secrets Sarah could only guess at.
By Moments & Memoirs7 months ago in Families
A Letter I Never Sent (But Needed to Write)
There’s a strange kind of weight that sits on your chest when you carry words inside you—words you want to say but never quite find the courage to speak aloud. Sometimes, the hardest conversations are the ones you have with yourself, long after the moment to say them has passed.
By Jawad Khan7 months ago in Families
The Day My Father Forgot My Name
It was a Tuesday. There’s nothing particularly memorable about Tuesdays—unless it’s the day your father forgets who you are.
By Jawad Khan7 months ago in Families
The Measure of a True Father
The Measure of a True Father No one really noticed the man with the rough, calloused hands, or the soft, nearly worn-out work boots. He didn’t stand out in a crowd. His face was a little tired, a little weathered, as though each day left its mark. But his eyes brown as the earth and just as steady carried a quiet, unwavering strength.
By Terence Lisher7 months ago in Families
The Generations
Leo, a chef by trade but a wanderer by nature, found himself standing in his grandmother's quiet kitchen, the scent of cinnamon and old wood still clinging to the air. Nana Elena, a woman whose love was measured in spoonful and whose wisdom was baked into every crumb, had passed away, leaving behind not jewels or grand estates, but a battered, wooden recipe box. It was a simple thing, adorned with faded hand-painted roses, yet Leo knew it held more value than any treasure.
By Momin Shah7 months ago in Families
Financial Literacy in Real Estate: Khalil Henareh’s Client-Centric Philosophy
In an industry where property values, mortgage rates, and economic cycles are constantly shifting, financial literacy can be the most powerful tool a homebuyer or investor possesses. Toronto-based real estate broker Khalil Henareh understands this better than most. His approach to real estate goes beyond finding properties—he empowers clients with the financial knowledge necessary to make wise, long-term decisions.
By Dena Falken Esq7 months ago in Families
Sonny Tran: The American Dream in Brick and Mortar
Sonny Tran’s story is a powerful reflection of the American dream—one built not on shortcuts, but on the unshakable foundation of hard work, determination, and purpose. As founder of Tran Group, Sonny has spent years revitalizing distressed properties across New York, not for accolades or fortune, but because he truly enjoys the challenge and sees value in helping others succeed.
By Dena Falken Esq7 months ago in Families