Magazine Topic
family dynamics
Stories:
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Adult Child of Divorce
I thought my parents would stay together until they died — you know, just like they promised in their vows.
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Alcoholic Parents
In grade three a friend told me, "I can't sleep over because my parents say your mom and dad are drunks." That was the moment it hit me: my family isn't normal.
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Being a Stepfather
There’s been such a huge loss. A large part of their soul was gutted when their family was ripped apart. It took me too long to truly understand the pain they had been through.
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Blended Family
“You know, mom, blood is thicker than water.” The words were biting, hard to receive. The undertone of my son's comment was clear: "you should have prioritized me above your new husband."
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Brain Aneurysm
I found myself in the E.R. with a brain aneurysm. It took a huge toll on me physically and mentally. My family went through their own trauma as they watched me suffer.
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Broken Family
How can a boy expect to fill Dad’s shoes when he leaves?
