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It takes a village to raise a family; advice and tips to make the most of yours.

How to make your angry boyfriend happy over text
My phone literally feels heavier in my hand. That's the first thing. Or maybe it’s just the silence, the dead weight of no notifications, no little pings or vibrations. Just nothing. It’s this weird, awful limbo where you're still connected you know he’s right there, on the other end of this little glass screen but you feel completely, totally alone.
By Understandshe.comabout a month ago in Families
The Ghost Job Boycott:
At some point, awareness isn’t enough. Knowing the job market is rigged doesn’t change it. Naming ghost jobs doesn’t stop them. Even venting—no matter how justified—still feeds the same machine if applications keep flowing.
By Aja Truthabout a month ago in Families
The Ghost Job Economy:
Let’s stop pretending shareholders are confused, naïve, or “fooled” by today’s job market. They aren’t. They’re the architects of it.
By Aja Truthabout a month ago in Families
The Devil, the Mascot:
The devil, as most people imagine him, relies on spectacle. Fire. Brimstone. A red suit stitched together with fear and superstition. He frightens, he threatens, he tempts. He is loud. But in Gnostic thought, the devil is almost quaint—more mascot than mastermind. The real terror lies elsewhere, hidden behind systems, routines, and invisible rulers who do not need pitchforks because they already own the farm.
By Aja Truthabout a month ago in Families
A violation is still a violation.
Let’s be clear from the start: **this is not a legal argument.** I do not care how statutes are written, how policies are framed, or which box an institution checks to make itself feel justified. This is a moral argument. And morality doesn’t bend just because a system is uncomfortable with the implications.
By Aja Truthabout a month ago in Families
Sex, Love, and the Intelligence That Creates Worlds
There is an intelligence at work long before we call it desire, love, or faith. It decides timing. It governs attraction. It instructs the body how to heal and the soul when to open. Most people encounter it in fragments — during intimacy, moments of clarity, or sudden knowing — without realizing they are brushing against something vast and ordered.
By Aja Truthabout a month ago in Families
Gratitude in the wake of loss
As I sit here writing this, I’m still trying to figure out where to begin. These past few days have been heavy...heavier than I expected, especially with the holidays happening around me. My heart has been carrying the weight of losing a family member, a feeling many can relate to. Even though I trust that God is taking care of them, the closeness of their passing has made me think about life in a completely different way.
By Musulyn M (MUSE)about a month ago in Families
Best Gentle Cleansers for Acne-Prone Skin in 2025
December 17, 2025 | By Pure Health Blogs Acne impacts over 85% of individuals between the ages of 12 and 24, making it one of the most widespread skin concerns globally. Despite common misconceptions, aggressive scrubbing and harsh acne cleansers often worsen breakouts by damaging the skin’s natural barrier. This disruption leads to increased oil production, irritation, and inflammation.
By PURE HEALTH BLOGSabout a month ago in Families
The Weight of White
Frank stood in the kitchen's shadowed glow, the old refrigerator hum a dull counterpoint to the quiet outside. Three AM. The world was going white. He hadn’t meant to wake, but the sheer lack of sound had pulled him from a restless sleep. No wind, no cars on the street, just the soft, insistent pressure of falling snow. It piled on the sill, a thick, clean blanket over the gritty urban landscape he usually saw. He watched it for a long minute, a slow swirl, like sugar being poured from a height.
By HAADIabout a month ago in Families
How to Improve Your Hospitality Skills for Career Success
The hospitality industry is one of the most dynamic and rewarding career fields, requiring a unique blend of interpersonal skills, technical expertise, and cultural awareness. Whether you are just starting in the field or aiming for leadership roles, honing your hospitality skills is essential to achieving professional growth and long-term success. With the industry constantly evolving, the ability to adapt, communicate effectively, and provide exceptional guest experiences can set you apart from the competition. In this guide, we will explore actionable steps to enhance your skills and ensure you thrive in the hospitality sector.
By John Ashley2 months ago in Families
The Weight of White
John hadn't meant to be awake. Not at three in the morning, definitely not. But his head buzzed with numbers, the kind that didn't add up, the kind that kept him stapled to the worn armchair in the living room, staring at nothing. The house creaked around him, settling, shifting, like an old woman sighing in her sleep. He’d tried counting sheep once, that was a laugh. Ended up counting overdue notices and the tuition for Lily’s art school, which felt like a kick in the gut every time it crossed his mind. The thermostat clicked off, plunging the air into a deeper chill, a feeling that settled into his bones.
By HAADI2 months ago in Families
The Eye in the Fold:
Once you notice the hidden center of the cube, it’s hard to unsee it. The drawing no longer feels like a static object with six faces; it becomes a system. Lines converge. Directions collapse inward. A square appears where nothing was explicitly drawn. That emergent center isn’t decoration—it’s functional. It exists because perspective demands it.
By Aja Truth2 months ago in Families