parents

The boundless love a parent has for their child is matched only by their capacity to embarrass them.

Mother, update from your son
Last October, mother, you left me for your heavenly rewards. I am sorry I was not with you in the final hours. We placed your ashes in the Ocean where one of your brothers can visit. I hope your spirit soared all the back to your beloved Thames River in England.
By Bruce Curle `4 years ago in Families
Daddy's Little Wake Up Call
I was approximately 3 years old, and it was 06:00 am eastern time, when my “so-called” dad was getting up to get ready for work. He found me lying on the porch with a bunch of child stuff, as he would have been leaving for work that morning. He then took me into the house and called his mother to babysit.
By Yuley Burrow4 years ago in Families
Why We Need To Stop Viewing Our Parents As Either Good Or Evil
"Respect your parents! They did so much for you." As the author of the book "How To Deal With Asian Parents", it's obvious I've struggled with the relationship I have with my parents. ⁣
By Katharine Chan4 years ago in Families
Come Dine with Me on Mother’s Day: The Astrology Edition
If you want to add a personal touch to the event, show your mum how well you know her. Your mum’s star sign can tell you a lot about her parenting style. For bonus points, imbue your Mother’s Day food and drinks with that knowledge.
By Rachel Gray4 years ago in Families
Not Even Just a Little
Dear Mom, I'm certain it's no surprise to you, since we've barely shared 100 words in the last 10 years, but I don't like you. I don't love you, not even just a little. You don't know how much I've wanted to love you. How much I needed to love you when I was younger. How much I craved your approval. I wish it could have been so.
By Kimberly J Egan4 years ago in Families
The Reason I'm Alive
Dear Mom, For the past eight months that I have been home while attending college, life has been everything but smooth. The transition back home went about as well as one could hope, but that was the last thing that truly went well. Together, we went through a lot of rough 'firsts', and now Mother's Day is here, and I have nothing to give to you but my time and appreciation.
By Mariam Michalak4 years ago in Families
Dearest Eve
There are many things I kept from you as a boy. You knew about your boyfriends abusing me, you practically signed off on that, when you introduced me as queer boy to them.
By Lawrence Edward Hinchee4 years ago in Families
Hey Mom. I Guess This is My Way of Telling You All the Things I've Never Had The Guts To Say Out Loud
One of the most beautiful moments of one's life is meeting your child for the first time. You hear the sound of screams, and then suddenly you are handed a tiny human being with big brown eyes and a few hairs on the top of their head. It's a miracle, plain and simple. The fluorescents above your hospital bed are replaced with car beams as you make your way home, to your new life. You were excited. You loved me so much.
By anonannie4 years ago in Families
My Strength
My mummy is the most beautiful person I have ever seen. She is so pretty, funny, smart, and so kind to everyone. She is also very brave, and when she went on holidays, she took me with her because my dad was working so hard all day long that he barely had time to look after me.
By Fiction 'Ai' Writer4 years ago in Families
Have You Ever Not Liked a Kid?
Ever meet a kid that you just didn’t like? I have and I struggle with this because I feel bad about it. I know the girl is only a kid. I hope and pray she grows out of her testy ways. However, I am not responsible for ensuring this child’s behavioral development.
By Bridget Vaughn4 years ago in Families
A Narcissist, the Holidays, and Extraordinary Selfishness
Narcissists are inconsistent creatures at best. Holidays are not even a certainty to the narcissist. After all, the narc only wants to celebrate himself/herself. Therefore, the times of gathering and celebrating a holiday means nothing to them.
By Bridget Vaughn4 years ago in Families
Sometimes, I Hate Being a Mom.
It’s dependent on many factors; how I’m feeling that day, how the kids are behaving, if everyone’s slept through the night, how busy I am with work or how busy they are with activities. I can’t predict when I’ll hate being a mom, but I can predict I will hate it at times.
By Megan Frost Babb4 years ago in Families