It’s not everyone who was born into a family where expectations from parents were enormous, though it’s common that parents want what’s best for a child and may see things differently to their offspring. There are ways to live up…
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Family meetings are scheduled times when every family member gathers to discuss a particular matter that has an effect on one or more parties in the family. Only one member of the family is allowed to speak or “have the…
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It may not ever happen to you, but it has happened to many. A woman suddenly has an epiphany. “I have become my mother.” It is usually a horrifying moment, but it is more common than not. Typically, men don’t…
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We commonly say that “blood is thicker than water,” but is it? The original phrase, “Blood is thicker than water,” was first attributed to John Lygates in his “Troy Book” c. 1492. The phrase commonly means that people will do…
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One of the best ways to record your family history is through pictures. It is fun to observe the growth and changes that occur and browsing through the family picture album is apt to stir loving memories of days past….
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Many people would agree it is not easy being part of a dysfunctional family. Whether there is an alcoholic, drug addict, mental/physical abuse or some members just love drama, dysfunction is much more common than may you think. Aside from…
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There is not doubt that information is almost always lost over time. However, there are ways in which to uncover that information which was once lost. You might not be able to uncover the small details; however, you can come…
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With many companies downsizing due to the current tight economy, it is not unusual for unemployment to befall unsuspecting families in greater numbers than ever before. Some famililes, already living from paycheck to paycheck, do not have the recommended six months of…
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Guests are the perfect ingredient that make a holiday season complete. Because your guests are often individuals that are only seen on special occasions, homes should be given a special glow to make them feel welcome. Prepare everything for a happy stay…
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Are you expecting to host guests at your house soon? It is important that you prepare well in advance in order to make your house guests feel at home. The following are twelve simple ways in which you can pamper your…
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Children love to be free, and at the same time enjoy being outdoors to have that freedom to run off an abundant amount of energy. Being outdoors is good for children; however, when the kids are unwell it is best…
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You are devastated when you learned that your teenage son and your husbands teenage daughter are attracted to one another. They have been step-brother and step-sister for two years now and they are smitten with one another. You and your…
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Having a positive work ethic increases chances of achieving success and personal fulfillment. Instilling a positive attitude toward work in offspring is more easily accomplished if the parents in the family both have a healthy attitude toward work. Families can…
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The idea of becoming a new member of someone else’s family can be extremely stressful. You may worry about what others think of you or worry that they won’t accept you for who you are. In most cases, people are…
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Whether they mean to or not, parents can be cruel and harsh sometimes, and very often they do not realise how badly some of the things they say can affect people. But it is very easy to misunderstand why they…
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When you are younger, sometimes you welcomed the organisational skills of your parents. They were the ones that got everybody ready on time for school, organised the holidays and took care of the important day to day stuff. But there…
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No one has ever said that being a parent was easy. This fact does not change even after a child has grown into an adult. No matter how old your children are, you want them to know that you are…
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Many people have their in-laws living in their home. This can be a good situation and help both parties with finances. There are a number of considerations to be made, however. The more that is planned and agreed upon in…
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If you have ever been given the cold shoulder by people you visit, what they are offering you is a free lesson in how to get rid of an unwanted guest. It’s a scenario which happens every day to some…
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Being on good and cordial terms with you father-in-law is one thing most married people find difficult. And this difficulty is quite natural. Due to the huge emphasis the Western world places on the nuclear family system(which advocates a limited…
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Most people open their home to guests with anticipation, but also with a bit of anxiety. It’s natural to wonder how the group will get along. Will the relationship be comfortable? Most important, will everyone still be friends when the…
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When you make the decision to hold a social gathering where alcohol will be served, it is your responsibility as the host to mitigate the possibility of a guest overindulging, potentially harming himself, and spoiling your event. This is an…
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Customs vary in different parts of the country and a distant relative may presume that, being family, they would be welcomed under any circumstance. Then there are the carefree sort who relish the fun aspect of showing up at your…
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“Criticism and pessimism destroy families, undermine institutions of all kinds, defeat nearly everyone, and spread a shroud of gloom over entire nations.” Gordon B. Hinckley. Criticism though dangerous is unavoidable because two persons cannot live together successfully without any form…
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When people consider forming a blended family, they also have to face the trust problems which will be associated with that formation. For whatever reason, each of the members of that family will have experienced situations where their trust has…
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People change. The trick is to change together, with your spouse. You can avoid divorce and enjoy a long, happy and fulfilling marriage if you apply these few simple techniques to your relationship. I should know: I’ve been married more…
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Some parents have difficulty letting go of their adult children. After years of being in charge, making decisions and choices for their offspring’s well-being, the transition from parent to parental friend is uncharted territory and a challenge at best. If…
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One of the most difficult relationships to navigate might be between a newly-married individual and his/her mother-in-law. A person’s mother potentially knows her child more intimately than anyone and if that is not intimidating enough to a newlywed, all the…
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Since you don’t get a vote in choosing your son-in-law, there could be a probability that you and your daughter’s significant other might not see eye to eye. Getting along with your son-in-law is imperative if you are to maintain…
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With busy schedules it can seem that family bonding time is strained. There are many activities that can be enjoyed by all the family to bring togetherness and happiness. Family time is important to connect, bond and create special memories….
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