extended family
All about how to stay connected, strengthen ties and talk politics with your big, happy extended family.
Genetic Confession
I didn’t come for forgiveness. I came for a kidney. The air inside the confessional smelled of old cedar, floor wax, and the faint, lingering scent of frankincense. It was a heavy, suffocating smell—the kind that makes you realize how hard it is to breathe when your own body is slowly betraying you.
By Jhon smith27 days ago in Families
The Kind-Hearted Friend
In a lush forest, there lived a troop of monkeys. Among this troop were two young monkeys who were notorious for their mischievous behavior. Their constant pranks and antics had even exhausted their parents, who often scolded them for their wildness. In the same forest, there was a young giraffe, a gentle and innocent creature, known for his simplicity and good nature. One day, while grazing on the green grass, the young giraffe wandered into a part of the forest where the mischievous monkey duo was busy plucking leaves and fruits from the trees to eat.
By Sudais Zakwan29 days ago in Families
Growing Up Without a Dad
Growing up without a dad leaves a space you notice even before you can name it. It is not always about what is missing materially. It is about guidance, reassurance, and the quiet sense that someone is always there to support you. Children notice absence even when adults try to soften it or explain it away. They notice empty chairs at birthdays, missed celebrations, and unanswered questions about who they are and where they belong.
By Eunice Kamau29 days ago in Families
Malka Shaw, LCSW: Orthodox Jewish Community, Belonging, and Resilience
Malka Shaw is an Orthodox Jewish social worker (LCSW) and educator who focuses on trauma, antisemitism, and Jewish community resilience. She founded Kesher Shalom Projects, offering workshops and support groups that build leadership, communication, unity, and Jewish pride. Raised loosely Conservative and drawn in adolescence to Reform youth programming, she describes her move toward Orthodoxy as a gradual, decades-long process deepened through immersive volunteering in Israel and sustained study. In clinical and communal settings, Shaw applies social-work principles—especially the principle of meeting people where they are—to help individuals and leaders turn isolation into connection and purposeful belonging. She trains allies in cultural competency.
By Scott Douglas Jacobsenabout a month ago in Families
Raising Children Alone: Choice, Circumstance, and the Emotional Consequences We Rarely Talk About
In recent years, more people are raising children alone. Sometimes it is a deliberate choice. Other times it is the result of loss, separation, abandonment, or the need to leave an unsafe situation. Society often debates the decision itself, asking whether it was chosen or forced, as if that distinction determines whether the emotional weight is valid.
By Eunice Kamauabout a month ago in Families
What If I Am the Victim
There is a moment many of us reach after deep self-reflection. You ask yourself hard questions. You examine your behavior. You wonder if you are the problem. And after all that honesty, another thought quietly appears. What if I am actually the victim
By Eunice Kamauabout a month ago in Families
Filial Piety: Appreciating the Cycle of Asian Justice
Filial Piety is the central part of a Confucian value system concerned with the need to produce beneficial patterns from children who are expected to care for their parents. According to Confucius, a variety of virtues are needed to maintain a strong society: filial piety, righteousness, love, loyalty, sincerity, justice, tranquility, moderation, and harmony.
By SAMURAI SAM AND WILD DRAGONSabout a month ago in Families
Men who eat nuts tend to have better quality sperm
Peak Potency: How a Daily Nut Habit Elevates Male Sperm Quality Male fertility rates have dropped in recent years. Many couples struggle to conceive, and men often overlook their role in this challenge. Your diet can make a big difference here. Nuts stand out as a simple fix. They pack antioxidants and healthy fats that support better sperm quality. Think of them as fuel for your reproductive system. Studies show men who eat nuts regularly see real gains in sperm health. If you're planning a family or just want peak vitality, adding nuts could be your smart move.
By Story silver book about a month ago in Families
Bettijo Hirschi
Introduction Bettijo Hirschi is a multi‑talented creative professional from the United States. She works as a designer, art director, photographer, writer, and event planner. Bettijo has built a long career in creative work and media. People know her for her artistic skills, her work in magazines and television, and her lifestyle blog. She is also known in recent news because of changes in her personal life.
By Farhan Sayedabout a month ago in Families
Crack the Code: Your Definitive Guide to UK Spouse Visa Requirements
The dream of building a life together in the United Kingdom with your loved one is a powerful one, often fraught with anticipation and, let's be honest, a good deal of apprehension. Navigating the UK Spouse Visa application process can feel like deciphering a complex riddle, with stringent requirements and an unforgiving rulebook. But fear not; with the right guidance, clarity, and meticulous preparation, you can unlock this vital pathway to your shared future.
By Amir Husenabout a month ago in Families
The Love That Stays Off-Camera
I didn’t notice the fire until it was almost too late. It was a Tuesday in late October. Dry wind, brittle leaves, the kind of air that crackles with danger. I was inside, scrolling through bad news on my phone, when the smell hit—acrid, sharp, wrong. I ran outside just as smoke curled over the ridge behind our street.
By KAMRAN AHMADabout a month ago in Families
