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celticeagle @celticeagle (189792) • Boise, Idaho 7 Mar

I remember how my mother was when I was young. Very overprotective and domineering. I hated it. I wondered what type of parent I would be. Not extreme, that's for sure. I knew my mother loved me and that is always important. I...

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For Me, It Was Compassion

Ms.Chelle @Chellezhere (6421) • United States 4 Jul

Today, I felt compassion most strongly—especially for caregivers. I was one during the early lockdown days of COVID. I was doing so as a legally blind woman with dead knees. I HAD NO RESPITE! And, I was taking care of my mother...

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Another missing child

Traceyjayne @Traceyjayne (11263) • United Kingdom 10 Jun

We have had reports of several missing children over the past few days. The latest was 13 and last seen just before 11pm .....on a school night. Firstly, yes, of course I hope he is found safe and returned home ..... However, I...

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Blessed Mama

Denise Knight @gnatsmom (2575) 30 Nov 24

I am one blessed mama. These four have given my life meaning and purpose. Being their mama has been my greatest joy and privilege. I always say, “I know they are not perfect, but they are pretty close”. Being able to see them all...

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Parent is not always a parent

Darkfury @Bernabe (64) 27 Sep 23

Being a parent means a greater responsibilities awaits you. Being a parent is both an honor and a responsibility. But not all parents are parents. There are parents who dont want responsibilities, who dont want accountabilities.

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Meet Little Oreo

Shavkat @Shavkat (141906) • Philippines 23 Aug 23

We have a new family member and his name is Oreo. I got him yesterday. He is a mixed chihuahua: apple head and fur coat. In fact, I will be his foster parent because it is my younger sister's boy's puppy. Her son named him Oreo...

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Hugging Oneself: What?!?

Shavkat @Shavkat (141906) • Philippines 1 Aug 23

I am living with my immediate family. Since I am single, it is nice to be with my younger brother's family. At some point, I also hug myself all the time for not having a partner in life. Moreover, they treat me like their parent....

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It Never Rains…

Ron Rybs @Ronrybs (21503) • London, England 12 Jul 23

After my visiting mum in the nursing home near Peterborough, I was hoping that events were settling down. Her flat was being modified so she could retain her independence and was planned to move back this past...

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three years

Kelli M @spiderdust (14756) • San Jose, California 12 Mar 23

The last time I saw my mom alive was in January 2020. Her Alzheimer's had progressed to the point where she didn't remember how to eat food or drink liquids, and my dad didn't think she'd have much time left. I borrowed some money...

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Modern childhood

Fleur @Fleura (34935) • United Kingdom 19 Feb 23

Last week we visited an aquarium. In fact we spent the entire afternoon in there enjoying all the different things to see. But one thing that startled me somewhat was not an unusual sea creature, but rather, an all-too-common...

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Praying for Your Prodigal

Denise Knight @gnatsmom (2575) 21 Sep 22

Does anyone have a child that has gone astray? Maybe they are struggling with their faith. Maybe they are in a state of rebellion. Maybe they are being swayed by ungodly influences. Whatever the case, don't give up on them. The...

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Reflections on Father's Day

Denise Knight @gnatsmom (2575) 19 Jun 22

I was blessed with a wonderful, godly father. He taught me academically and spiritually. He made such an impact, that there will always be an emptiness until I am with him in heaven. I am blessed with a husband who was completely...

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How to get paid on My Lot

Naughty22 @Naughty22 (63) 7 Jan 22

Hey everyone, so Im new on this website and Im not sure of how about to go about it. Any suggestions? Im a single parent and in a new state and really need a source of income, like asap. Not sure if anyone is going to respond but...

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Do you as a parent want your child to follow your footsteps in career?

Disha Singh @ThatDisha (4010) • India 16 Sep 21

I don't know about other countries but in India, i have seen children following their parents' footsteps in career. Often the parents too want their kids to follow their footsteps even if they the child don't want to they are much...

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Just a little bit annoying!

Fleur @Fleura (34935) • United Kingdom 1 Sep 21

So this morning we all decided to go for a swim at the outdoor pool - not many chances left as they will close at the weekend. Had a lovely time, even though it was a bit chilly. As they are running a booking system at...

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What sacrifices have you made for your parent?

Nurul Kholisah @NurulKh (149) • Indonesia 12 Jul 21

From elementary school I only lived with my mother and father who were suffering from a stroke. After 8 years of illness, at the age of 16, my father died. It was a very sad day in my life. After graduating from elementary school...

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I am a Second Parent to...

Shavkat @Shavkat (141906) • Philippines 1 Apr 21

...one of my students tonight. When I entered the class online, my 10-yeard-old boy was crying. Honestly, I am not good at pacifying a child to stop whining over something. In fact, the shedding of tears is because of his...

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A Little Rascal Said Bad Words

Shavkat @Shavkat (141906) • Philippines 11 Oct 20

This morning, a 9-year-old boy cried out loud the bad word phrase, 'What The F*ck!' My world turned upside down hearing this since his mother is also present during the class online. The normal reaction is to tell him that it is...

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Always a Mom

Denise Knight @gnatsmom (2575) 6 Oct 20

I read this quote a while back, "Once a mom, always a mom. No matter how grown your children are, they will always be your precious babies." I agree completely. It is how I feel. All of my kids are now grown. Three of them are...

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What do you love most about your parents

Somuadina Okechukwu @Somuadina (62) 14 Jul 20

We all have different parents with different attitudes, they are the ones who guided us when we were little and even still advice us now. No matter how your parents are, I bet there is something you admire about them. Tell us what...

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