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Becoming a grandparent makes getting older something to look forward to - all the fun of parenting, without the hassle.
10 Traditions That Brighten the Festive Season
10 Traditions That Brighten the Festive Season Different nations and civilizations mark the holiday season in unique ways. Some people place religious traditions at the heart of the celebrations. Others simply like spending time with family, sharing a wonderful dinner, and catching up with those who are far away. For many people all across the world, this is also a tradition in and of itself. Throughout the holidays, Christmas songs have long been a tradition in shopping malls. The romantic at heart strategically hangs mistletoe in these locations. Holiday cards are sent and received with thought. On Christmas morning, kids expect to find presents that have been wrapped and cookie crumbs. Some of the more unusual customs that are observed during the most delightful season of the year are included in this list.
By Paul Smith4 years ago in Families
What Are Grandparents’ Rights?
Most grandparents would do anything for their grandchildren. Losing the chance to see them could be enough to make them look for ways to ensure that they can stay in their lives. This may include looking into legal ways to get the chance to spend time with their grandchildren. In fact, in some states, you are able to sue for visitation rights if it is in the best interest of the child.
By Shelley Wenger4 years ago in Families
Wanna Know How I Got This Scar?
*The above photo is a visual stand-in for the offending coffee table* Viewer discretion is advised. Circa black Friday weekend of a year long since past, a heinous crime occurred. I, innocent child that I was, sat upon my paternal grandparents' piano bench, was grievously injured by the joint efforts of gravity and a coffee table.
By L. Sullivan 4 years ago in Families
A Christmas I Don’t Remember Forgetting
There was poop and pee everywhere. On the floor, on the couch. Even a day later, and after a good cleanup, I was still finding poop in nooks and crannies. It even haunted me in my dreams. This is not a good way to start a story, I know, but given the theme of this writing challenge, I thought it best to give a preview where this is going. The events of this disastrous holiday gathering began so innocently, and as a result, I never could have foreseen such a revolting aftermath.
By Ghostface Writer4 years ago in Families
Yellow Shirt Girl
In my family, Thanksgiving is always quite the ordeal. There are so many people in my family that it’s always a really large gathering, but it’s usually the same people who attend it every year. Cousins, siblings, grandparents, and even some of our more distant relatives all join together at my great aunt’s large home, where we host a potluck brunch and everyone brings their favorite dishes. We gather around to watch movies and eat as many helpings of food as we can fit in our stomachs. However, a few years ago, we had an unexpected guest.
By Brenna Williams4 years ago in Families
The sweater
It all started with a sweater. It was a present from my aunt Ellen to my aunt Janet, the oldest to the youngest of my three aunts. It was beautiful. Soft, ivory cashmere that felt like a newborn puppy's fur. We had all exchanged gifts at the end of our usual huge Christmas feast, and this particular Christmas stuck out to me the most, not just because of the sweater, but it was also the last Christmas we had with my grandparents. Ed and Mildred, or Millie as grandpa liked to call her. I remember my mom saying "when you came along, pops turned into a different person." I asked what she meant by that and she said, "Pops would have never allowed any of us to sit on his lap and read to us or let us play with the organ. That was his most prized possession."
By Sherry Cortes4 years ago in Families
