Even When Memory Fails, Love Remains
My great-grandmother lived a difficult life. She grew up during the Great Depression and its harsh aftereffects. Once married, her husband became a…
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My Mother-in-Law Doesn’t Like Me, But I Love Her Anyway
Dear mother-in-law, So many things I wished I could tell you. So many unanswered questions regarding our relationship, or lack thereof. I always…
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Dear Uninvolved Family, You Cannot Buy Our Love
Dear family who tries to buy love, instead of earning it: I was raised in an amazing family. There was so much love. My parents loved each other, and…
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To the Mama Without a Village
When we are pregnant, we hear about this elusive village that will help raise, support, and mold our children. I never thought I would be raising my…
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When Will I Get To Hug My Family Again?
I’m no stranger to feeling the sting of living cross country from my parents and sisters. But these past weeks? It’s been different. Usually,…
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Dear Modern, Busy People: Bring Back Family Gatherings
There has been a death. The death of the family gathering . . . As a youngster, I have vivid memories of being around my extended family. It was so…
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The Truth is Not All Siblings Grow Up To Be Friends
I’m sure you’ve read the articles—or at least seen the headlines as you scroll. Siblings share a bond for life. Siblings are built-in best…
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Here’s To the Aunts Who Make Our Lives Better
“I’m number 1.” “I’m number 2.” “I’m number 8, but really I’m number one of them all.” Proudly, and with raucous laughter on the…
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Dear Uninvolved Family, I’m Sad You Don’t Care Enough to Know Us
A letter to my family who isn’t interested in our son: Today I sent you pictures and recapped our fun-filled, toddler adventures over the last few…
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So God Made My Father-in-Law
God looked down and thought, “I need someone who is willing . . . willing to provide the fatherly love, support, and strength this woman so…
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