A happy family life is important to everyone in the family. When there is a happy family life, the children are more well-adjusted, the parents are better able to cope with life, and everyone is better off. There are some…
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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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Every day you feel like you are constantly being nagged about putting down the toilet seat You put up the toilet seat; why shouldn’t she have to put it down? It is every husband’s dream to find a way to…
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“Why can’t you put the seat down when you’re finished?” She yelled. I answered, “Why can’t you just check the seat before you sit down? I do!” How many times did I have this argument through two marriages? I couldn’t…
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I have to hand it to my mother. Even though she dealt with raising a half dozen kids, running a household by herself (my father was a contractor working overseas on the Apollo project) and earning a Bachelor’s degree in…
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Perception is everything in the eyes of a child. They learn, they know and they understand what they are shown. The key to a child’s happiness is the family happiness. Happiness is something that comes from within and much like…
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In a lot of cultures, it’s a given that an adult child will always help their parent in whatever way they need. Of course if the relationship is dysfunctional it’s understandable that a child wouldn’t feel compelled to help out. …
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Children are by nature very trusting when it comes to their parents. Keeping their trust is a matter of not giving them a reason to mistrust you. Keep Promises. The fastest way to lose anyone’s trust is to make a…
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You can choose your friends but you can’t choose your relatives. That saying has been around for decades and with good reason. Family can be the toughest of all on us. Between gossip and jealousy family is always somehow involved….
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Sweet Pickle’s and Dog Poop During Flag Football season, I could be heard chanting, “Go, Sweetfeet!”. It was an affectionate nickname given to my son when he was 10 years old. Ironically, it was not given to him for swiftness, but…
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We all find ourselves stuck with things we don’t want in our lives. Sometimes we can end up hosting someone in our home who begins to outstay their welcome. One often wonders what the best course of action is in…
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Family life is routine for the most part and sometimes a little something extra is needed to enhance it. Adding a pet to the family is an excellent way to brighten any household. It brings happiness into the home while…
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We as parents are responsible for providing a solid foundation of healthy relationships and a safe and loving environment for our children. Our kids often learn how to communicate their emotions to others by following their parents’ example. When a…
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As a happily married man, I understand that life is a series of compromises. If that weren’t the case, my refrigerator would be stocked high with my favorite pale ale, the local Pizza King would be on speed dial, and…
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A father and a son should have one of the sweetest relationships two people can have. As the boy gets older, he should learn about life and what better person to explain to him than his father. This article will…
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When families gather for the holidays, already existing problems may be accelerated. During the normal course of the year, those family members who do not see eye to eye are able to avoid each other. Holidays are traditionally a time…
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Let’s face it; nobody enjoys doing household chores. In order to get your kids and husband to share the chores, what will capture their interest? What if you made it fun? Husbands can be the biggest kid in the home…
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Family gossip can be hard to deal with, as it can show the worst in human behavior. It can also be harmful in nature. Yet, family gossip exists. And it will continue to exist to some degree. That’s just human…
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How to have a great at-home movie night After you’ve rented a few of those new releases from the video store, you can invite some of your closest friends or relatives over to enjoy these great flicks with you in…
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One of the most hurtful types of information that may have come your way must have been sourced from a family member, or even from a distant relative. This information may be considered petty, inane, innocuous, or not really significant…
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The decision, if there must be one, should be to choose the most reliable, honest adult child to be the executor of your estate. A better approach would be to prepare all assets and liabilities of your entire estate into…
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Some men are not easy to live with. They have a problem with everything you do, and they believe that they are always right. If you have a husband like this, and divorce is not an option there are certain…
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Some families are comfortable and fun to be around. There is an unmistakable positive vibe in the atmosphere of their home. Loving one another isn’t enough; they genuinely like one another and enjoy working, playing and spending time together. Individuals…
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In today’s fast paced society where we rush from one task to another, it’s difficult for family’s to eat together. Statistics reflectt less than 50% of Americans eat 5-6 meals together as a family unit. Earlier, when mothers were primarily…
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Distinguishing between caretaking and caring for others (caregiving) Caring for others is a healthy part of living in community with those we love and enjoy meaningful relationships with. On the other side of this continuum, however, there is another behavior…
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The hectic lifestyles of families can make taking time out to spend together difficult. Domestic chores, work, studies and personal interests eat into time which could have been spent on quality family appreciation. As family members rush to and fro, leading…
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Every family, no matter how happy and healthy, will have conflict from time to time. This is a very normal occurrence within relationships and especially those which are being developed and formed under the same roof. The difference between those…
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It can sometimes be difficult to get everyone together in one place at the same time, and so for some families, family meals have become a thing of the past. If you work long, awkward hours it can be a…
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Escape the stress of a fast paced society and come home. You will be greeted by a warm and relaxing abode.A home is a place to replenish before the next day. It is a place of peace and harmony. Creating…
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Many families are suffering under the pressures of today’s world. Economic hardships are taking its toll on the family union, as well as the enormous marketing of films and electronic games. While not wrong in themselves, they can have a…
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