Happiness is that special, magical component which springs from the heart and makes one feel exuberant and joyful. A happy family is a healthy family. In such an ideal family, maintaining strong family ties is of primary importance to all…
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Filial piety is such a beautiful things. It essentially means the responsibility of a person to give love and respect their parents. That includes taking care of your ageing parents. Now in some culture living with one parent is a…
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Probably one of the wisest things that was ever said to me was in graduate school when a wise Therapist and Professor said to our class, “Get out some paper and write this down and put it on your refrigerator…
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The Amber Plan was originated in 1996 as a legacy to Amber Hagerman. Amber was a bright, beautiful little girl who was kidnapped and murdered while riding her bike in her hometown in Texas. The town was shocked and wanted…
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The word grumpy conjures up a vision of someone who grumbles a great deal about their lot in life. Maybe they mutter under their breath and perhaps they lean on the negative side of life. Coping with a family member…
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Minus cleaning the house top to bottom here is a list that may be useful when you have visitors! 1. Have clean linens already dressed on the bed with fresh towels folded neatly at the end. 2. Make sure you…
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At one time, nursing homes were the exception and not the overall alternative to elderly and disabled care. Their dominance came about when Medicare began paying only for care in regulated facilities. Up to that time, private concerns, from one…
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Pampering your house guests doesn’t mean that you have to spend a fortune. It is the little things you do for them that really matter. It is vital that you aim to make your guests feel comfortable and special when…
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When a baby is born, an unconditional love is formed between baby and parents. A love that allows us to see passed flaws and mistakes. Allowing us to love them no matter what. The moment a mother lays eyes on…
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Among the list of fears and concerns regarding the welfare of family members, a member turning up missing easily tops the list as a family’s worst nightmare. To say dealing with such a situation is extremely scary and trying is…
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Having older parents requires knowing what to do to protect them while still allowing them to exercise their independence. Older parents can still be independent but may require their activities to be monitored, require someone to help out for part…
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For an instant, I wanted to throttle my beloved, elderly mother through the phone. She knew she was going against the routine her children established to protect her when she commented, “I filled my pill boxes for the month by…
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Have you made excuses for your own behavior lately? We need to take responsibility for our own behavior, but in a world of relativism where the norm or bar is set so low, how are we to find any kind…
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As a nurse I have had the opportunity to work with both the children and the elderly adults or the older adults. I have often wondered at the familiarity between the children and the elderly. My grandfather would often say…
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We live in a world filled with challenges. We face adversity in the workplace, the schoolyards, and our communities. We also frequently become victims to personal challenges that live within us. The peace and harmony we create in our homes…
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The story is told of a couple who lived in upstate New York, who decided to move to Florida to get away from the cold weather. The husband left a bit early and drove down with their stuff while the…
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The art of entertaining at home is not lost – yet! – so here are twelve innovative ways to ensure your house guests feel welcome during their overnight or extended stay. Plan Ahead & Tidy Up Before your guest arrives,…
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I started wondering today. What exactly is my role as an uncle to my beautiful baby niece. I think back to my childhood, I remember loving my Aunts and uncles very much, but still not seeing them often and not…
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Everyone gets one, the guest you really don’t want, but are not quite sure how to get to leave. It may be the garrulous Aunt Mable or the ladies from the Church Auxiliary. You may put up with them for…
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Especially challenging for new military spouses with young children, the military lifestyle can be frustrating and overwhelming even for an experienced military family. While resources are available, many families are not aware or do not take advantage of these programs. It…
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It is guaranteed that at least at one stage in their lives those with siblings in abundance wish they were an only child. There are naturally both positive and negative aspects of living in a large family; however ultimately it…
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There is no one right way to become a better husband. Everyone is different, but there are some golden rules that I live by that seem to keep our marriage on an even keel. If I can impart some information to…
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Is your family important to you? People who say yes to this question are saying they know how important their family is to them. If they say no this to this question, they need to reexamine how to change their…
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Creating a memory without spending a lot O.k., I’ll confess. I’ve always been jealous of the families who could afford those expensive vacations to Disney Land, Disney World, Hawaii, or a cruise. The ones who were disciplined enough to put…
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Life will not be without rough spots. The good and bad times will come. To survive the hurdles we must have optimism and perseverance. Life ends when you stop hoping. Hope ends when you stop dreaming. It is important to…
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Money and family happiness are closely linked with each other. Financial problems have a way of weighing down the minds of its victims. It has devastating effects and can easily break apart a family. However, it doesn’t depict that one…
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A family isn’t necessarily made of blood relations but a group of people who share a strong bond, mutual respect and trust. For it to function, it is important to maintain harmony and peace. Conflicts and disputes are hurdles that…
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Thoughts are powerful. Many books have been written and many sermons have been spoken regarding this very topic. Oprah Winfrey among others aired numerous shows about positive thinking. To think positively is a choice we can all make. If you…
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Your son is sitting on the couch all day playing video games. Your daughter spends every moment she’s awake staring at her Facebook page on the computer screen. Your spouse, you can’t get her/him to come away from the television…
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The key to happiness isn’t wealth or any materialistic benefits. Happiness is brewed from love, compassion and security. Many people feel that for a family to be successful it must be sheltered under a big roof, cushioned and pampered with…
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