Family

It is true to say that your spouse comes as a package: If he or she doesn’t have children from a previous relationship – as is becoming increasingly common- they most probably have a set of parents who , from…
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It is often said that if you love a person, you have no time to judge them. Need any more hints? I hope not! the key is to make them love you so that they wont judge you and if…
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There’s a great deal of fun and excitement to be had when researching a family tree, but what happens when the leads dry up? A census can only give basics. Uncle Fred may well have lived at 10 Home Street,…
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Seniors are the fastest growing segment in the U.S population today. With the growing population among seniors, the need to assist with meals is increasingly becoming a necessity, to ensure their optimum health. Many seniors are known to skip meals due to their inability…
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Possibly the most dreaded subject of any new marriage, or even engagement, never rests. The reasoning is simple: In-laws can indeed be a pain. They can truly make your new life with your husband or wife unbearable, especially if someone…
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As soon as I hear the word “in-laws”, my bowels begin to shake and tremble. “Mum and Dad are coming for dinner” automatically gears me up for a trip to the pharmacy and the liquor store. Many of you hopefuls…
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Do you crave learning about famous people? Are you bothered that famous women are not really given their due regarding their history? You will learn about women who have made life better with their inventions. Do you like to safely…
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Dating your ex-brother-in-law is absolutely o.k.  Yes, you are reading this correctly.  Your former brother-in-law may not be the reason your marriage to your ex-husband broke down.  Your former brother-in-law may not even get along with his brother, your ex-husband. …
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Maybe some may not agree, but no matter what you do, could it be possible the whole truth of the matter is that they just may be automatically looking for the “Impress the in-laws” ploy, perhaps for a month or…
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This statement in and of itself is very misleading.  There is no set formula on how being a stepparent is going to work.  When I married my husband, I had three fully grown adult boys and one rebellious teenaged girl. …
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Relatives involving themselves in your family’s affairs can become quit annoying. This can especially be the case in a new marriage. Your relatives may be a little older and feel the need to expound some of their wisdom to “help”…
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When trying to impress your in-laws the key to success is in projecting a certain naturalness with your approach.  Nothing grates more than dealing with people who are nervous, insincere and glib in their mannerisms, and possibly none more so to than in-laws…
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The person should know many things before becoming a stepparent. Doing so takes a significant amount of emotional and mental dedication the stepparent must be willing to treat the child as his or her own. If there are biological children…
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As children we are generally treated as the center of our parent’s world. We grow up expecting to always be placed first in their lives, not even considering a time when that may not be the case. So what do…
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While staying at  your relative’s homes during the holidays can be trying times, you can make it a good time had by all. You just have to find something to entertain yourself and your kids so you will not bother…
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Oh yeah, I’m one of those, a mother-in law. There is a learning curve that goes along with this role. Sometimes, it takes unexpected turns and you have to hang on to your hat or you could find yourself out…
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I have never tried to impress my inlaws. It isn’t important to me that they like me. It is, however, important that they respect me. I love my husband and would never do anything to intentionally hurt him. I am…
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Conventional wisdom states that a parent should never badmouth the other parent to their children.  Most parents adhere to this most of the time.  There are a few slips along the way, especially if the estrangement between the parents is…
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Most of us have a relative or two who ,though we do not like they way they handle our children, really are quite harmless. Grandpa wants to feed the baby soda, Grandma wants to only deal with the child long…
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It is very easy to feel that nobody is good enough to marry your son. While that may or may not be true, the reality is that most sons will fall in love sooner or later and decide to propose….
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Impressing your in-laws is an important accomplishment for most people. You already have the heart of their child, but if you want to make your life together easier, you’ll do all that you can to gain the favor of the…
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My story of loving a man that has four kids and a drama filled ex-wife.   It is a story of fun, adventure and of course drama.  The hardships we went through and courage we had to face everything together.  We…
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This is has the potential of being one of the most uncomfortable and trying situations that you will ever find yourself in. Dealing with your ex, and navigating the rough seas known as “blending a family” can be emotionally exhausting….
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So you’re going to be a stepmother.  If you read fairy tales, you will notice that stepmothers are distinctly lacking in positive character traits.  They are ugly, selfish, and cruel. This negative perception of a stepmother is not her fault. …
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Monster in laws now that is a subject I know a ton about. We were not even married yet and they were already in for the kill. We had found an apartment about 4 months before the wedding, that way…
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What to expect as a stepmom Being a stepmom can be somewhat different. In some cases your step-child could just like you from day one. If that is the case then you won’t have to many problems. This means most…
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Got Mother-In-Law Problems? 5 Tips for Bringing Out the Best in Your Mother-in-Law If you get along great with your mother-in-law, then I’m really happy for you. Actually, if I’m being honest, I’m only 60% happy for you and 40%…
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Having a stepchild can be very similar to having a biological child. In some cases, the only difference is conception and the shadow of an absentee parent. Therefore, it is only natural that some children who have absentee biological parents…
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ATTACHMENT DEVELOPMENT AND INJURY IN STEPFAMILIES  The challenges of creating a stepfamily can be daunting as children and stepparents are forced to create a relationship with each other. A primary concern is often the desire on the part of the…
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As a mother of 3 growing boys I find myself concerned with the types of girls they choose to affiliate with. In today’s society of fast and loose living it has become a large fear to become a young grandmother…
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