literature
Families and literature go hand in hand; fictional families to entertain, reflect and inspire.
Thoughts on parents
Most parents haven’t lived 40 years, not even 20. They’re perspective monsters, and not because they’re unable to understand different perspectives, but because they don’t want to, and that’s the problem with millions, if not billions, of parents these days. They don’t try to understand. They don’t stop. They don’t ask. They never wonder what it feels like to be someone who’s not them. They never even try.
By Joe Goldberg6 months ago in Families
Acculturation as Adaptation: Dr. Su Yeong Kim on Cultural Navigation Among Immigrant Families
Understanding Acculturation Beyond Assimilation Acculturation is commonly defined as the ways individuals or organizations adapt their social, cultural norms, values, and beliefs to those of another. While this definition is commonly used in textbooks and research, it tends to oversimplify a more nuanced experience. Acculturation is the process by which individuals and communities negotiate the norms, beliefs, and values of a different culture alongside their own. It is a process which can lead to biculturalism of cultures rather than assimilation, which is about full absorption of a different culture. Adapting to biculturalism is a dynamic and fairly complex process. It is not a one-and-done process but rather an ongoing process of moving between multiple cultures, languages, and values.
By Su Yeong Kim6 months ago in Families
The Forgotten Sense
Here i am to discuss something related to human psycology... Of the five senses—sight, sound, taste, touch, and smell—one is often overlooked and underestimated: smell. While sight and hearing dominate our daily experiences, and taste and touch are celebrated in food and intimacy, smell lingers quietly in the background. Yet, its influence runs deep. Smell connects us to our past, shapes our emotions, and defines how we experience the world. It is the forgotten sense—one we ignore until we lose it or are suddenly overwhelmed by a memory triggered by a scent. In truth, smell may be one of the most powerful senses we have.
By Hamid Khan6 months ago in Families
Don’t Want a Divorce: I’m Taking My Case Back
The divorce was almost finalized. A woman, determined and hurt, had taken the final steps toward separating from her husband. The paperwork was complete, every legal detail accounted for. Only one thing remained — her husband’s signature.
By Awais Ahmad6 months ago in Families
We Took a DNA Test as a Joke—Now We're Not Talking Anymore
It started the way a lot of things do these days—on a lazy Sunday afternoon, scrolling through social media. I saw an ad for one of those at-home DNA kits, the kind that promises to tell you where your ancestors came from and maybe connect you with long-lost relatives. I showed it to my sister, and we laughed. “Let’s do it,” she said. “Why not? What’s the worst that could happen?”
By Shoaib Afridi6 months ago in Families
🐒 The Monkey and the Wise Elephant
Deep in the heart of the lush Emerald Forest, where sunlight filtered softly through thick green canopies and the air always smelled of moss and mangoes, lived a monkey named Miko. He was small, quick, and full of energy—and every creature in the forest knew his name. But not everyone said it with a smile. Miko was the kind of monkey who couldn’t help himself. He swung through the trees like lightning, told silly jokes to anyone who’d listen, and played endless pranks. Sometimes he tied vines to unsuspecting animals’ tails, hid fruits in the treetops just before someone reached them, or dropped nuts on the heads of sleepy boars napping in the afternoon sun. At first, the forest chuckled. Even the older animals thought he was harmless. “Just Miko being Miko,” they would say. But over time, the laughter began to fade. His tricks became tiring, and some animals stopped coming near him at all. One day, Miko stumbled upon something new—an old brass horn tucked between the roots of a banyan tree. It was dusty but intact. The moment he blew into it, the sound echoed so loudly across the forest that birds flew off in panic. Miko grinned. “This will be fun.” He tiptoed toward the riverbank, where Tara the elephant was drinking. She was the oldest and wisest creature in the forest—calm, strong, and deeply respected. Miko crouched behind the bushes, raised the horn, and blew with all his might. BWWWAAAANG The blast startled everyone. Tara reared up in alarm, trumpeting in fear. Her enormous feet thundered against the earth as birds scattered from the trees and squirrels dashed in every direction. In her panic, Tara accidentally stepped on a bush where a family of baby rabbits had been hiding. Thankfully, they escaped in time, but the fear in their little eyes was unforgettable. The forest went still. Every eye turned toward Miko, who peeked out from behind a tree, expecting giggles. There was none. “You could’ve hurt someone!” growled a tortoise who had toppled over in the confusion. “I—I didn’t mean to…” Miko stammered. Tara didn’t say a word. She turned silently and walked away, her heavy footsteps echoing with quiet disappointment. That silence struck Miko harder than any angry word. That night, Miko couldn’t sleep. The wind through the trees sounded sad. The horn, once so exciting, now felt cold in his hands. He realized that for all his fun, he had never once thought about how his actions made others feel. The next morning, he found Tara at the river again, gently helping a thirsty deer reach the water. “I’m sorry,” he whispered. Tara turned to him slowly. “Miko,” she said with softness and strength, “when you play, remember: laughter is only real if everyone is laughing.” Miko nodded, eyes lowered. “You are clever,” she added. “That’s a gift. But cleverness without care can become cruelty.” Miko sat beside her, listening more closely than he ever had before. From that day on, something in Miko changed—not his energy, not his mischief, but his purpose. He still swung from vines and danced in the trees, but now he used his tricks to help. He'd toss ripe fruit to hungry animals, use his horn to guide lost cubs home, or mimic a predator’s call to warn others of danger. His jokes made even the oldest owls laugh again. And when a rainstorm washed away a family of burrowing animals, it was Miko who climbed high to call for help. The forest slowly warmed to him again. Kavi the deer even laughed when Miko placed a flower crown on his head. “You’re still a rascal,” said the tortoise one day, “but now you’re our rascal.” And Tara? She smiled at him every time they crossed paths. Miko never stopped playing. But now, he played with heart. 🌿 Moral of the Story:
By Shoaib Afridi6 months ago in Families
The Last Cup of Tea
The house hadn’t changed. The cracked veranda tiles still sighed under his feet, just as they did when he used to chase after the neighborhood kids. The faded wind chime still hung by the front door, though it no longer sang. Dust lay gently on the windows, as if time itself had exhaled and settled in.
By Ikram Ullah6 months ago in Families
Stomach Disorders Caused by Food
Introduction Stomach disorders caused by food consumption are a common clinical presentation, affecting individuals of all ages. These disorders range from mild discomfort to severe, life-threatening conditions. Food-related stomach disorders may result from foodborne infections, intolerances, allergies, or toxic reactions. This report explores the etiology, pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of food-induced stomach disorders.
By Ahmad shah6 months ago in Families
Saudi Arabia Sees Surge in Early Divorces: Sociologists Reveal the Hidden Causes
Saudi Arabia, a country where traditional family values are held in high regard, is facing an unexpected and rising social challenge — the increasing rate of early divorces, often just weeks or months after lavish wedding celebrations. Despite promises of love and commitment, many couples in the Kingdom are separating before even completing their first year together.
By Ikram Ullah6 months ago in Families
Echoes of the Wild: The Lion and the Silent One
In the vast, untamed wilds where the sun painted the horizon with gold and fire, the lion ruled with strength and pride. His mane shimmered like the morning sun, and his roar echoed through the valleys, reminding every creature that he was the king of the land. Yet, beneath the roar and the power, there was a loneliness that even the strongest beast could not silence.
By Abbas Hilal6 months ago in Families
