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"These Children Come Here to Grow Us Up"
I wrote the beginning of this in 2023. When I put my youngest son on the special education preschool bus last school year, I smiled and waved at a tiny girl usually wearing pink. She sometimes returned that smile and said "hi". Later, I helped in my autistic son's classroom and discovered other funny things about the little girl: she always lost her shoes (or took them off), she loved dumping everything out, and she could be stubborn and yell "no!" when you asked her to put it away.
By Eileen Davis3 days ago in Families
Mariah Carey’s Kids: A Glimpse into the Lives of the Superstar’s Twins
Mariah Carey, often hailed as the “Songbird Supreme,” is not only a global music icon but also a devoted mother. Over the years, fans have been fascinated by her family life, particularly her twins, Moroccan Scott Cannon and Monroe Cannon. Born on April 30, 2011, via cesarean section, Mariah’s children quickly became a central part of her life, capturing public attention alongside her illustrious career in music.
By Story Prism4 days ago in Families
When Desire Replaces Compassion
When the river first arrived in Devpur, it was not called a miracle. It was simply water, flowing where water always had. It curved around the village like a patient guardian, feeding fields, filling wells, and cooling tired feet at dusk. Children learned to swim in it before they learned to write their names. Elders sat by its banks every evening, arguing about harvests and memories with equal seriousness. No one thought to own it. No one thought to sell it.
By Ibrahim Shah 4 days ago in Families
The day of silence
When Quiet Speaks Louder Than Words The town of Nandipur was not known for silence. It lived on chatter—vendors calling out prices, children racing through narrow lanes, radios humming behind half-closed doors, and neighbors debating everything from politics to rainfall. Words filled every corner, as if silence were something to be feared.
By Ibrahim Shah 4 days ago in Families
The Unseen Currency: How My Parents' Reputation Built My Success. AI-Generated.
1. The Secret Behind the Success It wasn’t a trust fund. It was not some hidden business secret. The greatest factor that has brought me where I am today—gazing at a life I used to dream of—is something I never anticipated.
By Hazrat Umer4 days ago in Families
The Day We Terrorized the Grocery Store (With Laughter)
My brother and I are not allowed to go to the grocery store together unsupervised. I’m convinced of this. There should be a sign at the entrance that says: “Warning: If These Two Enter Together, Productivity Will Drop and Laughter Will Increase.”
By Dakota Denise 5 days ago in Families
When Home Learned to Listen
The Rahman family lived together in the same house, but for a long time, it felt like they were living separate lives. Everyone followed their own routine. The father left early for work and returned late. The mother stayed busy managing the home and worrying about everyone. The children moved between school, homework, and their phones. They spoke every day, but most conversations were short and rushed. Real listening had quietly disappeared.
By Sudais Zakwan5 days ago in Families
The Sunday Tradition
Every Sunday, the Thompson family had a tradition. No matter how busy the week had been, they always gathered in the kitchen at noon. Mrs. Thompson cooked her famous roast chicken, while Mr. Thompson set the table, and the children, Emma and Jack, helped with small tasks like peeling vegetables or pouring water. It was a simple routine, but it meant everything to them.
By Sudais Zakwan5 days ago in Families
The Story of a Veteran Fighting for His Freedom
For more than 50 years, the United States was the only home Godfrey Wade ever truly knew. He arrived in America as a young teenager from Jamaica in 1975, full of hope, promise, and the belief that this country offered opportunity for anyone willing to work for it.
By Organic Products 5 days ago in Families
Free Memory Games for Seniors That Improve Focus and Recall
It is perfectly normal as we age and find that we have some minor differences in memory and concentration. Anyone can forget where he/she left his/her glasses or fail to remember a name. The good news? It is his brain just like the body that is better when it is exercised. Memory games are one of the finest (and funnest) methods of doing this.
By Shelia Bailey5 days ago in Families
