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Thanksgiving — Christmas Celebration
Earlier in the week, we saw all four of our city kids, five grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. We didn’t see six grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
By Denise E Lindquistabout a month ago in Families
I ACCEPT WHO I AM
Life isn't easy but much rather a rollercoaster of issues and emotions that are left unresolved. Being a teenager trapped in a cycle of depression , feeling left and not fitting makes life even worse. The feeling of having a voice but not being able to use it is worse. To isolate yourself and to be all consumed by a put of emotions.
By Unwritten Chapters2 months ago in Families
Preparing Emotionally for Residential Dementia Care
The decision to seek residential care for someone you love who is living with dementia is rarely made lightly. It comes after countless sleepless nights, after you've given everything you have, after you've tried every strategy you know. And still, when the moment arrives, it can feel like the hardest thing you've ever had to do.
By Jocelyn N2 months ago in Families
Three Pizzerias Worth Traveling For (and How to Order Without Looking Lost)
I’m not interested in declaring “the best pizza in the world.” Italy doesn’t really think that way. Italian’s Substack is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.
By Andrea Zanon2 months ago in Families
Emotional Boundaries With Parents When Guilt Runs Your Life
Understanding Emotional Boundaries With Parents in a Guilt-Driven Dynamic Emotional boundaries with parents become critically important when guilt quietly controls decisions, emotions, and self-worth. Many Gen Z adults grow up in families where love is intertwined with obligation, making it difficult to separate care from control. In these kinds of places, guilt isn't often said out loud. It can be suggested through silence, stories of sacrifice, or emotional detachment. This approach leads to a habit of putting personal needs last.
By Relationship Guide2 months ago in Families
Divorce Mediation
Divorce is often associated with lengthy court battles, high legal costs, and emotional strain for everyone involved. However, many couples today are choosing divorce mediation as a more practical and respectful way to resolve family law matters. Mediation focuses on cooperation rather than conflict, allowing separating spouses to work through important decisions in a structured and private setting.
By Padideh Jafari2 months ago in Families
Nine: Understanding. Content Warning.
It feels like we have had our Christmas tree up for ages this year. Decorated in a meticulous operation led by my wife, it takes pride of place in the corner of the sitting room.
By Liam Tunney2 months ago in Families
THE FIRST ORNAMENT
Before the decorating even began— before anyone opened a box, before a single branch was fluffed— something beautiful happened.
By Karen Sanderson2 months ago in Families
When the house finally sleeps
Night doesn’t arrive all at once. It eases in, slow and respectful, like it knows this home has given everything today. The windows darken first, then the corners soften,
By Rachel White2 months ago in Families
A Headache, Pain Killers, Surgery... and then drama.... Content Warning.
This week has been really hard. My oldest ended up in the ER last weekend due to severe ear pain. He had an ear infection. I updated his father and let him know that we would need to come up with a joint plan for medication transfer. His father informed me that I would have to give him access to my mailbox/property. I said no.
By The Schizophrenic Mom2 months ago in Families
Between the Blessing and the Feast
November 23, 2017 was the day I turned 32 as a married Army wife who was 9 weeks pregnant, with an already 15-month-old daughter. As it was also Thanksgiving, join me, as we walk through that day from waking up famished to feasting and all of the surprises that happened in between.
By Ash Ylvisaker2 months ago in Families
One Grandmother For Sale
One Grandmother For Sale Slightly Used Well that isn't quite accurate. I am very used and beat up, seventy-five years worth, beat up and worn out.
By Susan Payton2 months ago in Families