children

Children: Our most valuable natural resource.

Meeting Amanda
It’s been well over three years now since the first time I saw the woman who would become my wife. I’ll never forget that day, and I am forever grateful for the circumstances that put me in that moment. In the beginning, she tried to push me away. After several coffee dates, we both knew we wanted to take things further, we just didn’t know how. She was married, albeit unhappily. Every time she tried to break up with me (even though we weren’t dating), and thus break my heart, I uttered only one simple response, “No.” I knew she was special; I knew it was her. It was never perfect, but from the start I battled to keep her hand in mine, and I went to all ends to fight for her, and to take her away from anguish, to lead her to a life of love. Things moved quickly.
By Vincent Maertz6 years ago in Families
Moms Who Do It Anyway
First, let me explain what kind of homeschool mom I am. I hate it. I love my boys to death (we're supposed to say that no matter what), but I don’t like teaching them. It takes forever and their little hands are so slow and they're so bad at things. I know I’m supposed to think it’s adorable that they suck at reading and writing and basic critical thinking and that they’re really good at making messes and crying for no logical reason. But yeah, no. I’m not a fan.
By Teshelle Combs6 years ago in Families
Kids and dinner:
It's 7pm, the kids are hungry and you are use to just going into the kitchen and popping in a frozen pizza or taking a handful of chips while you are watching a game or something and yet now you have a little one or multiple little ones to take care of and you are stuck... fear not, there is a light at the end of this tunnel. And no, it is not in the form of someone that knows how to cook, it's the fact that I am about to help you in this race for the dad of the year award. (no there is not one outside of a macaroni picture that is hanging on the fridge, believe me I have looked.) whether you are a seasoned cook or don't know how to boil water to save your life, these next options might just save the day for you!
By One Single Dad6 years ago in Families
1 year later
Well, it has been a very eventful year, to say the least. My partner and I have been guardians of my sister for a full year now. There have been many ups and a slight equal amount of downs. She has fully adapted to living with us and we have also grown to adapt to living with a teenager. We never thought this would happy but I am grateful that it has happened. I have had to grow up so much over this year, I am thankful to her because of this.
By Lauren Rose6 years ago in Families
The Days are Long but the Years are Short.
I'm not sure when exactly it happens or specifically remember when the transition happened but why do our kids especially my little boys, need to grow up so fast? Someone once told me when my kids were little: "The days are long, but the years are short." That quote resonated through me and actually made my arm hairs stand up. I didn't know why at the time I was so moved by those words, but now looking back, I get it.
By Diana Doubrava6 years ago in Families
The art of silence
She has died twice in her lifetime. Once was when her 30 year old son took his own life almost 7 years ago and the second time was today, as she watched her 23 year old walk out the door. The honesty in her words and sorrow in her heart had placed a wedge between them for over 3 years now and today, the umbilical cord that has held them so close for so long was severed. She couldn’t be silent. You would think she would’ve learned by now just say nothing. He doesn’t understand how when he hurts, she hurts. When he is happy, she is happy. When he is depressed and has anxiety issues...she feels it too. It is a mother/child bond. Maybe not for everyone but most certainly for her. She feels all that her boys feel. The ups, the downs and the in betweens. The joy of their loves and the disappointments of their failures.
By Gail S.6 years ago in Families
Unwanted Parent Feelings
As a parent, you can sometimes feel unwanted by your child. Most children can have a favourite parent or they may have a favourite relative. In my case, it was the latter.
By Jo Clarke6 years ago in Families
How My Toxic Relationship Impacted My Children
Living eight years being verbally, emotionally, and physically abused poisoned not only my life, but also the lives of my children. I’m ashamed to admit this toxic relationship was harmful to my children’s mental health causing issues such as, anxiety and depression. It’s been fours years since the toxicity has ended, and we’re still living with the ramifications of this toxic relationship.
By Mamaandkidzreactions6 years ago in Families
There's Always Poop
I am a mom. I wouldn't have always started with that, but lately it's hard to imagine having ever been anything else. There isn't a minute of my day that I am alone. A sleeping baby in the living room dreaming while the smells of dinner fill the house. A tiny body strapped to my leg as I try to get through the warm up stretches before Beastie number two helps his brother pin me on the ground; my 40 minute workout always had been a long shot in the dark by a lost blind woman. In the shower, trying to find peace, a little pair of peaking eyes find me, wondering if Mommy is almost done because he misses her. We'll skip the toilet scenes for now.
By SouloCircus6 years ago in Families
Outdoor Play Benefits for children
At the point when children spend enough time in outdoor plays including parks, forest and play grounds, they have a realistic opportunity to be get rid of stress, play enthusiastically, and get a chance to discover the beauty of the nature, which thus give physical and mental advantages.
By Aiden Chen6 years ago in Families
Cool gift ideas for kids ages 1-5
Regardless of whether it's a birthday, occasion, or on the grounds that, it's not in every case simple finding the best presents for kids ages one to five. Questions like, "What size dress should I get?" or "Will a particular toy suit their age group?” can make looking for children's toys a task. Play is fundamental for every child, but it should also be something matching their age group so that it remains relevant. Kids gifts items can be a tricky business, and so we only suggest the best to you!
By Shass Gift6 years ago in Families
Remembering the Forgotten Children
Starting my new job has been a hell of a wake up call. Recently, after some health issues, I finally gave up my job in the NHS. After the usual rigmarole of looking at my skills, being interviewed three times for the same role, and THEN not getting the role due to a more qualified candidate, I had nearly resigned myself to staying and toughing out the NHS for a while longer.
By Tom Slack6 years ago in Families