Developing a Life Plan for the Family Families are a remarkable unit. Consider the mix of personalities and talents in any one family and the unique styles of living together each develops under one roof. From the moment a child…
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When people talk of divorce, it is inevitable that someone will bring up the heart string-tugging topic of sons being raised without fathers. Since divorce became a common statistic, there has been much discussion about sons being raised solely by…
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Tania and husband Darrell, bought childproof electrical outlet and doorknob covers and cabinet protectors and corner cushions for tables, fireplace and any other surface with a sharp corner or protruding surface. Just in case. Tania’s sleepy voice whispered, “Come on….
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In America, we’ve gone from the one traditional definition of “family” to many. So, the question now is, what exactly defines a family today? You simply cannot define a family by mere quantity of its members, such as the old…
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The holidays are always an exciting time of the year. Many people have family traditions and childhood memories that make the holidays special to them. Maybe your family dressed up like Pilgrims and Indians. Maybe you attended Thanksgiving Day church…
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In this time of economic uncertainty, many are faced with a serious dilemma. How do we maintain our lifestyles even when our bank accounts have taken a big hit? It’s important that we not be ashamed of the financial uncertainty…
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The sweet lullabies of a mother and her newborn baby swaying gently into a beautiful dream. The tap-tap of tiny footsteps as big brother comes in to watch daddy string the Christmas lights around the perfect tree. The laughter and…
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The duty of the host is to make all guests feel welcome and comfortable. If you have Muslim guests there are a few things you should keep in mind if you would like them to be at ease in your…
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Happy families don’t just happen, at the nucleus are folks dedicated to making them work. Those in charge have philosophies about life that are cheerful and forward-looking. Love is at the heart of their existence. Each works to ensure everyone has a voice…
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When faced with the situation of having to entertain unexpected guests, the first thing you must do is stay calm, don’t panic. A good hostess will act, not react. Look at the situation as a challenge, do everything you can…
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The benefits of teamwork for the family are feelings of encouragement that anything can be accomplished when working together. Having a shared purpose and working towards the same goal creates feelings of harmony that decisions were made as a team….
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Sons are a heritage from the Lord; children are a reward from him Like arrows in the hands of a warrior are sons born in one’s youth. Blessed is the man whose quiver is full of them. They will not…
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If there is one thing that we, as humans, can’t deny, is that we are a self preserving species. Unfortunately, a lot of times this behavior continues on toward our spouse after we get married. At first, everything is so…
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It has been my experience that blood is not thicker than water. Some may beg to differ, but that’s honestly how I feel. Yes, you can thank your parents for conceiving you but that does not automatically make them responsible…
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How to maintain your privacy when you have house guests It’s been years since you’ve seen your Aunt Betty, she’s in town staying at your home for your daughters wedding. It seems as though some people never change and Aunt…
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Grudges against family members are very unhealthy and can cause a variety of problems. They do not only hurt others, but they usually hurt you most of all. Consider the following reasons for avoiding such issues. You could lose the…
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Forgive and Forget To Hold a Grudge I honestly don’t believe you should hang on to grudges whether they are against family, friends, or even an acquaintance, but never hold a grudge against another family member. This does not mean…
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Autumn and the apple harvest season offer abundant opportunities for family fun and activities. Here are some ideas for taking advantage of all facets of this special time of year. Road Trip or Mini Vacation It’s worth a day’s drive…
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Having moved around a lot in my life, I’ve never been quite as happy as I was where I started. Sometimes that’s a sign that you may have made the wrong move, but sometimes it’s just a natural feeling most…
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Lyrics of the Irving Berlin song titled, “Anything You Can Do I Can Do Better,” sum up the logistics of the Women’s Rights Movement, which began in 1848. “I can do anything better than you. (Man)…No you can’t!…(Woman) Yes I…
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Tears at the NAIA I am finally checking in for my return flight to Los Angeles. It is Sunday, December 2nd and the NAIA (Ninoy Aquino International Airport) in Manila, looks deceptively crowded from the outside. Mainly as families and…
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It is hard to know what to do to help your children in the best way. No-one is taught how to be a parent. The only examples we have are those of our own parents, or some other family members….
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FEAR I never wanted to go to college, never thought I was smart enough. My father had different plans for me. He told me I was going. I wanted to take over the family business which was a bar. I…
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Back-to-school time – what does that mean to you? For some people, it’s shopping for school supplies, gearing up for PTA meetings, and artwork taped to the refrigerator. For others, it’s the beginning of a constant struggle to get everyone…
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Is blood thicker than water? Yes, it is thicker than water because of course, water is only one of its components. The other substances that make up blood? Hmmm … well, it is thickened by the bonding of sweat and…
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Home is the center of our lives, a place we can feel safe and secure. It will not matter if you reside in a one- bedroom apartment or a big house with a yard, what matters is the intention you…
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“Family is the basic unit of the society.” Quoted from the basic definition of the word family which I shall never forget since I was in my grade school years. For us Filipinos, we give so much importance to our…
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I have always answered this question the same way; Yes, blood is thicker than water however, I like to view Family as Blood Group A and Friends as Blood Group O. In so far that I view and treat them…
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Anyone who knows me will know that children are among the few things that rank at the bottom of my List of Priorities. Having come from a family of six and being the eldest among four siblings, it was hard…
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If someone from out-of-town is coming to your house to visit, you must know that person very well. Obviously, you do not ask total strangers to use your house as if it were a motel. Since sometimes these guests are…
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