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It takes a village to raise a family; advice and tips to make the most of yours.
More Than One Mom
I’m one of those lucky people who had several mom figures. Probably not unlike many small town, middle-American kids whose family mostly remained in the same rural area. I had mom, of course, and she was great, but she had to work to make ends meet. I was lucky to have others to step up when she couldn’t be there. I had a wonderful aunt who I stayed with for a few weeks each summer. I have great memories of being at her house. I also had an older sister--older by nine years, and I thought she was a real pain until I grew up and realized how much she actually did for me. There were a number of best friends’ moms--the ones who would answer questions about those embarrassing young woman curiosities--too embarrassing to ask my own mom, and finally, there was my grandma. Perhaps the most amazingly kind and loving woman I’ve ever known. She’s gone now, but the impact she had on my life will never ever be forgotten. If I had to describe her with only one word I’d use wise, but so much would be left out with only that word. She truly did always know exactly what to say.
By J. G. Gourley5 years ago in Families
The Unexpected Gift
When I was born, my parents got way more than they expected. It was the mid-70s, before sonograms were widely used. They had little idea of what was to come. I was born with a birth defect, Spina Bifida. The defect would affect my ability to walk for the rest of my life, but when I arrived, my mom and dad did not know how serious my disability was. The doctors told them I would never walk and most likely have a severe intellectual disability. They placed me on a ventilator, and the doctor advised my parents to “pull the plug”. My mother would not accept that. This is the first of many times, in my life, she would not accept the status quo.
By MATTHEW FLICK5 years ago in Families
How To Affair-Proof Your Marriage
Marriage is a beautiful thing! It is a gift given to mankind to enrich the lives of those joined together in this intimate bond. We look at the movies that tell us of fairytales and living happily ever after. Many of us try to measure our marriages by what we see in movies and books. What’s the problem with that? It’s not real life.
By Scott Coleson5 years ago in Families
3 signs that a home is getting better and better
01 Encouraging words for your child Children who grow up with scolding and scolding are either cautious or grumpy. Children who grow up with encouragement and appreciation are humble and courteous to others and earnest and progressive in their studies.
By Derek.Hooverkl5 years ago in Families
Never Settle
"Never settle." My mother told me this so many times growing up, but I never realized how impactful those words were until now. Those two words were and are the most important lesson my mother ever taught me. From when I was little through my adulthood, never settling has gotten me to where I am today, thanks to my mom.
By Jenna Tomovich5 years ago in Families
The Impact of Modern Gadgets On Our children
Role Of Technology In Child's Life The technological is upgrading in rapid progress, every now and then technology introduces us with its new-tech innovation which surprisingly helps us in many ways, Hi-tech gadgets have replaced the toys. Gadgets are not limited to fun, but it pushes you to go to extra-mile, encourage you to bring out your hidden creativity, or maybe art. We always in a world which constantly changing and has problems to solve, and the way it solves called "Creativity" at least for me. There are a number of gadgets that can suit to all-age group infact it would be better if you offer them some of the gadgets that are used to solve the puzzle games as most children love to solve it. Puzzle-solving Games help children to hold the information, and the flexibility of their mind gives them self-control as solving puzzles takes time not only this but it teaches you patience. However, there are plenty of Games & Gadgets available in the market that can easily allure your children but are they enough to boost your children's confidence and the capability of your brain?
By Lokesh Kumar5 years ago in Families
Sorry I’m a Parent So I Can Only Go Out Between 10:10 am and 11:35 am
’ve become one of those people, I never understood before I had children. My childless brother sent me a message: “Do you, your toddler and partner want to meet me and my wife at 1.30 pm in the park on Sunday?”
By Marianne Sherret5 years ago in Families
Becoming a mom makes you really think about yours
It wasn't until I became a mother when I really looked at my past and how my parents were with me. Before I had my daughter I don't think that I really thought it. I am a person that doesn't really think about the past once it is over. I like to deal with things and move on, move forward.
By Talara Nolan5 years ago in Families
Red-Winged Blackbird
As it was setting, the sun had just touched the top of the few corn stalks that were remaining. A little boy and an old man were sitting in two chairs on the back deck. Watching the harvester finish the field, both were lost in their own thoughts. The old man looked at the field one last time and leaned forward.
By Noah Glenn5 years ago in Families
