Life-Changing Advice from the Father He Hardly Knew
Nyon Smith shares how, on becoming a parent himself, he became closer to his own father, who tended to be career-focused when Nyon was growing up, and learned lessons on parenting from his dad.
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The Homebody and the Adventurer: Love at the Ends of the Earth
Brett, a pastor, and Sarah Baddorf, a doctor, share how they have grown closer in their marriage (and managed to visit farflung parts of the world) by allowing each other the freedom to pursue their individual interests, to follow their own dreams.
Lessons Learned from Caring for a Mother with Alzheimer’s
Kristy Dewberry offers inspiring and helpful advice based on her own experiences while caring for a mother who has Alzheimer’s.
8 Ways to Cultivate Positive Relationships
By Therese Borchard5 min read
These practical tips are sure to boost the meaningful connections in your life
How Becoming American Helped Her Honor Her Past
By Cynthia Gandhi Dobbs8 min read
Cynthia Gandhi Dobbs always felt American—until it was time for her to become a citizen. Now she wondered if she were leaving her Indian culture behind.
A Slice of Cheesecake Gave Her Hope
By Jane O'Hannan4 min read
A cheesecake wrapper resembling an angel gave her the strength she needed for her daughter’s addiction.
4 Methods for Collecting and Preserving Your Loved One’s Life Stories
By Julie Hayes4 min read
Use a variety of tools to capture your family history
How to Decide Whether Hospice is Right for Your Loved One
By Sara Powers5 min read
A caregiver finds hospice care is a supportive option for her mom
6 Ways to Preserve Memories for a Loved One with Alzheimer’s
By Ashley Lateef4 min read
Practical ways to engage people without creating frustration
When a Loved One Mistakes You For Another Person
By Ashley Lateef2 min read
Consider these tips on how to respond when caring for someone with Alzheimer’s
When a Loved One No Longer Knows You
By Ashley Lateef2 min read
Get practical tips on managing this situation for people with Alzheimer’s
5 Ways to Respond When a Loved One Asks to Speak with Someone Who Has Died
By Ashley Lateef2 min read
Get practical tips on how to handle this challenging situation
