I was careful when my controlling mother-in-law, Veronica, insisted that we use the special Christmas tree she had sent for our first time hosting the family gathering. However, her lack of specific decorating demands caught me off guard – until we plugged in the tree and discovered the true reason behind her insistence. I should … Read more
When Stuart was 13, an illness took the lif:e of his adoptive mother, whom he never fully accepted. She tried, but she could never really reach his heart. She raised him on her own after adopting him as a single mom. Nine days after her passing, her best friend, now Stuart’s guardian, approached him and … Read more
Christmas has always been a pleasant time for me. Twinkling lights, the aroma of pine, gingerbread cookies, and stockings full of treats make everything feel magical. But this year was different. A few months ago, my dad had remarried with his new wife, Melanie, made it her mission to make me feel like an outsider … Read more
“My real mom still lives here,” my stepson whispered one night. I laughed it off, until I started noticing strange things around our home. When I married Ben, I thought I understood what it meant to step into the life of a widower. He had been so devoted to his late wife, Irene, and he … Read more
My daughter Demi is 13, and yeah, I know people say this is the age when kids get “difficult,” but what we’re dealing with is way beyond typical teenage mood swings. Recently, my daughter has been coming home from school with red, swollen eyes like she’s been crying, and she just seems so down all … Read more
We love little kids for all of the cute reasons they give us! They have sweet, angelic smiles, expressive eyes, and beautiful little voices. Those together are plenty enough to melt your heart. But this little boy is winning hearts around the world when you see all three of these things put together in one … Read more
Every afternoon, a heartwarming scene unfolds as a toddler eagerly waits at the edge of the driveway, eyes sparkling with anticipation. With each passing minute, the excitement in the air grows palpable, building to a crescendo as the familiar yellow school bus comes into view. As the bus rumbles to a stop, the toddler’s face … Read more
In this captivating video found online, we witness a serene moment between a baby and his father, immersed in the enchanting world of music. The scene unfolds with the baby peacefully reclining on the piano, bathed in the soft glow of warm light, while his father skillfully plays Bach’s melodies. As the music fills the … Read more
This video of a toddler ‘arguing’ with her mom will make you giggle and it’s absolutely adorable in any language. Even though this video is in Spanish, it needs absolutely no translation. Moms everywhere know exactly what is about to go down. It’s a tale as old as time. All moms around the world want … Read more
Welcome to the complicated life of a 1-year-old – busy schedules, mood swings, mixed emotions, fluctuating stress levels and oh-so-much more. Just in case you needed a real-life example of what happens when you’re on such a tight timeline and how tough life can really be, we’re sharing a little special someone with you. Meet … Read more