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How a Tree Metaphor Teaches Essential Culture about Social Media to Teenagers
Who would disagree that our modern-day technology has drastically changed our culture in its directions, observations and meanings? Every adult, teenager and child are facing changes. Old rules for many are deleted; new rules by a few are imposed and spread on viral streaming.
By Annemarie Berukoff4 years ago in Families
In 2021, Mrs. Claus Goes to a New Home
It took six years and COVID-19 for Mrs. Claus to return. When my mom died, my dad’s life was shattered. They’d been together for 65 years and she was his world; he’d sunk into a deep depression which exacerbated his other health problems. As determined as Mrs. Claus was, hunkered down in her dog-eared box in the storage room, she couldn’t brighten my dad’s spirits come the holiday season.
By Catherine Kenwell4 years ago in Families
The 25 Days in Real Life
Day One It’s that time again! That elf has made its appearance and your creative holiday edge is in full swing. Your Pinterest board of ideas to keep the magic going for your kids is ready. You really feel like this year you’ll be more creative about moving it. Some of those ideas are a little redundant though, and you’re not sure you have all the items you need to be creative with. It’s the first day, you have time. Relax!
By Michaela Gallien4 years ago in Families
Thank You
Two Thanksgivings has to be the best part of being married to an American. I never really paid much attention to American Thanksgiving until I started living with an American, but besides the extra turkey and stuffing, the nice part is that it makes me stop and think, another time this season, about the things I'm thankful for - And the thing I'm most thankful for this season, is you - my friends and family.
By Angela Henderson4 years ago in Families
Our house in the middle of the street
Our home, in the middle of the street One house, 3 cultures Love is in the air, every day, every second, every year, every moment. With all the difficult times life brings every day, our home, our house is our welcoming refuge. For many, the final frontier for hoarders, the hideout for killers and robbers.
By Chacha Jaramillo4 years ago in Families
"Real" Life Hurts
People say a picture is worth a thousand words, and I would agree. However, oftentimes we judge a picture based on the 0.3 second glance we give it. At first, you may see a happy and joyful mother and daughter enjoying their time on the ocean. With just a quick glance, it looks as though my life is on the up and up. It might appear that I am filled with glee. I may seem as though I have everything put together. I am the strong leader. I am the faithful follower. I am the caring friend, the shoulder to cry on, the one you can depend on.
By Mariam Michalak4 years ago in Families
Fake or Real:
“Let’s get an artificial tree this year,” I blurt out. “They look so real, with lights already installed.” My daughter’s jaw drops and her face rearranges into that, have-you-lost-your-mind expression she has perfected over the past two years as a teenager. “I can’t believe you said that!” she gasps. “Christmas wouldn't be real with a plastic tree and by the way, did you know that the first artificial tree was made by a company who manufactured toilet brushes? Do you really want a giant toilet brush in the corner of the living room?”
By Judy Walker 4 years ago in Families
