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Who Taught You How to Drive?
If you’re a licensed driver with two parents, there was probably some discussion among them about who would be the one to teach you how to drive. There is always a nervous one and a brave one. I suppose if you had a single parent who fell into the nervous category, it may have been a job outsourced to an uncle or an official driving school if you were middle class enough.
Leslie WritesPublished about a month ago in FamiliesThe Cabin
We drove up the snowy, winding road towards the cosy A-frame cabin. It looked the same as it always did: picturesque, peaceful, pretty.
Lilly CooperPublished 10 months ago in FamiliesFarewell, Reggie!
It's the second day now that I'm not myself. How can someone be so sad about passing of a dog that was not even her own? Let me tell you the story of Reggie the guide dog.
Lana V LynxPublished 2 months ago in FamiliesMorning Reflections, in Turmoil
Mornings at our house are quiet. The kids don’t go to school, the adults don’t go to the office, and nobody ever sets an alarm clock. Daybreak is devoid of morning show deejays, clattering bells, and the digital arpeggios of smartphone apps. Gone too are exasperated claims of “I’m coming!” and other muttered grunts issued amid the thumps and bustle of animated bodies getting reacquainted with gravity. No one is tripping over objects they were asked to pick up the previous day, barely maintaining a vertical perspective, as if they are taking out their new legs for a test spin. No one is angrily shouting that we’re out of bagels again, and there is no scramble to claim optimum bathroom time … in fact, any movement at all is purely incidental, because no one is going anywhere.
Andrew R ConnerPublished 2 months ago in Families"Those Who Tell the Stories..."
August 8, 2021: Vocal's Subscribe option went live. When I saw it at 11:29 PM I rushed to the profile of the person I most-wanted to read as-soon-as-possible-every-time!
Judey KalchikPublished 2 months ago in FamiliesAn Ode To My Grandfather
My Grandfather was born on his parents homestead in South Dakota, he died on the same land some 100 years later. In between he lived an entire life on this land. It was a rich life full of family and fun and lots of hard work.
Heather LunsfordPublished 2 months ago in FamiliesReflecting on Love, Life, and Loss
I don’t think I ever fully conceptualised the reality of my grandparents’ mortality until my grandmother died. Her body broke down, leaving her mind intact. I cannot think of a worse fate. Motor Neurone Disease is a vicious, cruel beast that takes and takes and takes. My grandmother went from a vibrant energetic woman who loved drinking champagne and cloudy apple juice and sitting in tide pools to someone who could do little more than grunt. After my cousin died, she couldn’t go on, and I lost her at the end of 2021.
Ash TaylorPublished 3 months ago in FamiliesThey didn't tell me.
Content Warning: Miscarriage The entire experience seems so unnatural. It feels like it should never happen, and yet it happens a lot, with little discussion. I never heard many, or maybe any, conversations about miscarriage. That is until it happened to me. Suddenly it seemed that every woman older than me in my life had at least one miscarriage, some more times than one could even fathom.
Jade HaumannPublished 3 months ago in Families
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Kids Say the Darndest Things
The unfiltered truths from the fruits of our loins. And the creepiest things they've ever said. Help?
Parenting Wars
Do or do not - there is no try. The ins and outs of one of the most difficult jobs on earth: parenting.
Nature vs. Nurture
What plays into our humanity? Nature vs. Nurture – how two factors affect one individual.
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We pass a perfect Evening going to Luna Park in Santa Cruz
We pass a perfect Evening going to Luna Park in Santa Cruz Xmandre Dimple Italian Pinay Family Hey guys, welcome back to our awesome channel! We are Xmandre Dimple, the coolest Italian-Pinay family on YouTube. Today, we have a super exciting video for you. We are going to take you with us to Luna Park in Santa Cruz!
Xmandre Dimple Italian Pinay FamilyPublished about 3 hours ago in FamiliesA Journey into the Complex World of Human Behavior
In the realm of scientific literature, there are few works as remarkable and thought-provoking as "Behave" by Robert M. Sapolsky, Ph.D. This meticulously crafted masterpiece delves into the intricate tapestry of human behavior, combining neuroscience, biology, psychology, and sociology to offer a comprehensive and enlightening perspective on what makes us tick.
Preethi SivaPublished about 4 hours ago in FamiliesApples are the most important fruits, of the fall season:
21 Apples are the most important fruits, of the fall season: Apples: a fruit, because it contains seeds, from the pink family. .
hussein hassaninPublished about 7 hours ago in FamiliesMotherhood by Ceanna
Motherhood I was never given the manual for motherhood, parenting, or single parenting, so like almost every other mother, I had to learn along the way. The battle between being a teen mom and living a teenage life came with its challenges, but I was able to overcome most of those challenges. Being a mother puts you in protection and survival mode. You keep going and pushing, and life often seems to be in a rush, especially when you have little children. You put your life on hold, not because you have to but because you want to. Some mothers go the extra mile and balance their personal growth and development, so they continue their education while working and being mothers. Motherhood can be frustrating, and some may say, well, that's what you signed up for. It's not what we signed up for. We signed up for an expression of love, but we know all the other things that come with it. Motherhood is frustrating, and we sometimes need a break. Society puts high expectations on mothers but in a world where it's ever changing those expectations often are not reality and mothers may feel a sense of guilt or disappointment. It doesn't make us bad moms. It just makes us human. Yes, we're going to be thinking of them and probably call you a few times to check on them, but we need a break. Some may be more privileged than others because they have someone to nurture their children in a similar or better manner than they would, so they are allowed to take a break and do what they would like to do and achieve goals, but some have to take a step backward and cater to their children. We rush and go, and in the blink of an eye, they're all grown and remember little to nothing that you would have done for them. Instead, they remember the times they wanted a hug, but you were "too busy," or they remember when they wanted to build blocks and play outside, but you were busy. Moments go by while you're busy and children grow up, and those memories won't be replaced. We can learn daily from and about our children if we take a moment to listen and be present in that moment. In a society where morals and values seem to be irrelevant to a generation that needs them more than ever, motherhood becomes a critical role. It's very challenging to teach a young lady to be independent in an attempt not to have a man mistreat her but to be self-sufficient while being submissive or not to be in a position where she cannot afford to leave where she's not valued, while, at the same time, raising a boy to be a man who will possibly meet a girl that's got all these barriers up. Our daughters are possibly going to go through an identity crisis from time to time, and we may miss that moment to guide and nourish them if we're too busy. Challenges arise when raising a boy to become a man in a society that tries to emasculate men or change their role and value in society. Our boys hold an entire generation within them, so let's nurture and speak life into them. Live in the moment with your children, cherish moments, and practice mindfulness because they grow up and nothing else seems to matter. Teach them values and instill morals. They soon become adults and parents, and you're now trying to enjoy the moments as grandparents.
Ceanna GlasgowPublished about 15 hours ago in FamiliesDon't eat breakfast later than this time! Otherwise, diabetes may knock on the door...
What time do you eat breakfast? 7am? 9am? Or you simply don't eat? A new study from Tel Aviv University in Israel points out that eating breakfast before 9:30am can help prevent obesity and diabetes. The research results were published in the journal Diabetes Care.
wangbinghuaPublished about 24 hours ago in FamiliesThe Mother's' Love
A mother's love is a thread in the enormous tapestry of human emotions that is so intricate and profound that it runs through the very fabric of our being. It is an unsaid symphony that vibrates in the heart of every child who is fortunate enough to feel its warmth. It is a love that transcends time and location.
Nabila NazirPublished a day ago in FamiliesSingle Parenthood: A Journey of Resilience and Triumph
Overcoming Obstacles and Celebrating Single Parenting's Success There are highs and lows, joys and difficulties, in the path of single parenting. It may be brought on by a number of events, such as a divorce, the death of a partner, or the deliberate choice to raise a child alone. Although raising a child alone might be challenging, many single parents have succeeded in navigating their particular pathways with tenacity, fortitude, and perseverance. This article explores the difficulties faced by single parents as well as their accomplishments.
Tunde AdeniranPublished a day ago in FamiliesTwin suicide attacks underline the depth of Pakistan’s crisis
The horrifying scenes witnessed on Friday in Pakistan have unfortunately become all too common. This time, a twin attack occurred, targeting a procession commemorating the birthday of the prophet Muhammad and a police station. The suicide bombings resulted in the tragic loss of nearly 60 lives and left hundreds injured.
ABDUL RASHIDPublished a day ago in Families
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