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Some pop-culture families incite envy with their picture-perfection, while others make you acutely grateful for the one you're stuck with.
New Christmas Movies to Watch and Classics to Revisit in 2025.
The holiday season is the perfect time to gather with family, curl up on the sofa, and immerse yourself in stories that spark joy, laughter, and warmth. This year, 2025, offers both brand-new films that feel fresh and familiar classics that continue to charm audiences of all ages. Whether you prefer heartwarming adventures, clever comedies, or reflective tales, these movies bring the spirit of Christmas to life.
By Cathy (Christine Acheini) Ben-Ameh.2 months ago in Families
A tradition with the dead
The Day of the Dead has always played an essential role in my life growing up. It's a tradition going back many generations, however this year in 2025 is a hard one for me because a year ago I lost my mother due to Pulmonary fibrosis it's a lung disease it hardly has treatment but definitely has no cure however this year I had to put up my mother's photo with my father who also passed away in 2017 due to heart failure.
By stephanie borges2 months ago in Families
The Corruption of Childhood Innocence: How Modern Media Helped Rewrite the Family and the Iconic Berenstain Bears
There was a time when The Berenstain Bears stood for something good. It was a series that helped children understand responsibility, honesty, humility, and faith in simple, practical ways. The lessons were gentle and timeless. Papa Bear could be silly, but was never degraded. Mama Bear was steady, but without being domineering. Together they modeled respect, teamwork, and the kind of family order that reflected biblical truth: the father leads as the head, the mother respects and nurtures, and the children yield and learn.
By Peter Thwing - Host of the FST Podcast3 months ago in Families
Freedom Without Consequence: The Lie That Destroyed the Family
Modern society claims to champion equality, but when it comes to parenthood, the system could not be more unequal. The law grants women near-total control over reproduction while holding men accountable for outcomes they cannot influence. This imbalance has produced not just unfair laws, but a moral double standard that punishes responsibility and excuses recklessness.
By Peter Thwing - Host of the FST Podcast3 months ago in Families
Akhlaq Lil-Bay’ (Morality for Sale
In the old streets of Cairo, where the sound of life echoed through narrow alleys and children’s laughter mixed with the calls of street vendors, there lived a man named **Sebaei**. He was a simple government clerk, earning just enough to keep a modest roof over his head. Every morning, he walked to work with his worn briefcase and his tired smile, weaving through the noisy crowds of merchants and workers.
By America today 3 months ago in Families
🌟 E.L.I.O. (Eternal Light In One)
In a world searching for hope, one artist is lighting the way with faith-filled songs that speak straight to the soul. E.L.I.O. (Eternal Light In One) is a Christian pop and inspirational gospel artist from Jupiter, Florida, blending modern sound with timeless truth. His music reminds listeners everywhere that no matter how far you’ve drifted — Jesus loves you.
By E.L.I.O. Eternal Light In One3 months ago in Families
The Cost of Comfort: How Overprotection Broke a Generation
We are watching an entire generation crumble under the weight of emotional fragility, identity confusion, and quiet despair. We call it a "mental health crisis," but that phrase feels far too clean. The truth is harder: the problem isn’t that kids were born weaker, but that they were taught to fear the very things that make them strong.
By Peter Thwing - Host of the FST Podcast3 months ago in Families
The War of Understanding: Why Men and Women Fight Differently
Men and women often see the same moment through different lenses. What one perceives as confrontation, the other experiences as connection. What one calls “silence,” the other calls “space.” Beneath nearly every conflict between men and women lies not hatred, but misinterpretation. The battlefield is rarely the issue itself. It is language, tone, and expectation.
By Peter Thwing - Host of the FST Podcast3 months ago in Families
Is Cheating the New Side Hustle?
Introduction: The Viral TikTok That Sparked a Debate Scrolling TikTok the other day, I stumbled across a viral post that made me stop mid-scroll. A woman in her early 20s casually revealed that she only dates married men — and that this so-called “dating strategy” had just allowed her to buy her first home.
By No One’s Daughter4 months ago in Families
“Breaking Stereotypes, One Story at a Time”
In a world where the stories of Muslim women are often misrepresented, overlooked, or filtered through someone else’s lens, The Digital Sisterhood Podcast stands as a vibrant, authentic, and inspiring platform. It is not just a podcast—it’s a movement, a safe space, and a celebration of the diverse experiences, achievements, and voices of Muslim women across the globe. For anyone who believes in the power of storytelling to change perceptions and build community, this podcast is a shining example of how media can uplift rather than stereotype.
By Shehzad Anjum4 months ago in Families
