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I thought I was giving my six-year-old a gift when I let him join his grandmother Betsy’s “grandkids-only ” summer at her estate. It was a polished world of pool parties and treasure hunts, and she greeted him with a practiced smile that said, “He’s family.” The next morning he called, voice shaking: “Mom… can…
We regretfully announce the death of Christina Sandera, who was 61 years old. She will always be known as the cherished friend and longtime partner of the legendary director and actor Clint Eastwood. A lot of people were moved by their love story. At Clint’s Mission Ranch Hotel and Restaurant in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, in…
Jim finally meets a woman who gives him hope that happiness can be found again after losing his wife. Jim discovers that blending a family isn’t as simple as he thought it would be as he balances having Emily in his life with his daughter. Three years after my wife’s death, I met…
Sitting cross-legged on my living room floor, I flipped through my high school album, each page releasing the faint scent of dust and memories. There I was at seventeen, smiling under my senior quote, “Love is a two-person job,” which felt naive now—until my eyes found Chad Barns. He had been my high school love,…
Bulging veins aren’t always dangerous, but they can sometimes signal an underlying health problem. They often become more visible due to factors like aging, hot temperatures, tight clothing, genetics, sun exposure, weight gain, or even intense exercise. While harmless in some cases, bulging veins that appear with discoloration should be checked by a healthcare professional….
My dad never liked my mom’s penchant for painting because he thought she was only good at cooking and cleaning. After their separation, I ventured into her new home and found something that blew my mind. Life has a way of surprising you, and I never thought I’d be grateful for my parents’ divorce….
Oral cancer is becoming a growing public health concern in India, with nearly 77,000 new cases and over 52,000 deaths reported this year alone. While it primarily affects men over 40, younger individuals are also at risk due to lifestyle and environmental factors. Tobacco use—whether smoked or chewed—remains the leading cause, and its widespread availability,…
Last Wednesday marked what would have been your grandparents’ 50th anniversary. After losing your grandfather two years ago, your grandmother Doris honored their tradition by dining alone at their usual restaurant, dressed in the navy blouse and pearl brooch he’d given her. She spent what little she had on the same meal they always shared…
You’ve got it right: Jill Biden announced she’s retiring from teaching after 40 years, saying she’d just taught her final class at Northern Virginia Community College during a virtual thank-you event with educators. She’d been an English/writing professor at NOVA since 2009—and was the first First Lady to keep a full-time job while in the…
Sometimes, a clever response can lead to unexpected and humorous outcomes. These anecdotes showcase moments where a quick wit turned situations around. Late one night, a husband sent a text to his wife, requesting her to wash his dirty clothes and prepare his favorite dish before he returned home. Surprisingly, there was no reply….
