acceptance and love, cultural traditions, educational opportunities, emotional growth, family dynamics, grief and healing, moving to the city, resilience and sacrifice, rural life, stepmother relationship
Losing our mother when my sister and I were barely into our school years plunged our small family into an abyss of grief. It felt as though the sky itself had collapsed upon us. Our father, at 36, seemed to age overnight, his hair turning mostly white, reflecting the depth of his grief. The well-intentioned ...
Japan is a country steeped in rich cultural traditions and folklore. The Japanese have a deep connection with nature, reflected in their symbolic use of animals. These creatures, whether real or mythical, have profound meanings in Japanese society. Over time, they have been woven into 12 zodiac animals known as juunishi, each representing a year ...
In ancient times, an emperor’s selection of a successor was a matter of paramount importance, a decision that could not be taken lightly. The future of the “realm” rested on this choice: Which son would inherit the throne? Who possessed the capability and wisdom to sustain a nation? With only one crown for the taking, ...
Many familiar American elites and wealthy individuals hail from Jewish families. Some of these include the founder of the tech giant Oracle, Larry Ellison, and Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg. Nearly half of the world’s wealthiest entrepreneurs are Jewish, and prominent financial companies such as Goldman Sachs and Solomon Brothers were founded by Jewish individuals. In ...
Many people around the world believe that doing specific activities before the New Year is likely to make the upcoming year fulfilling and bring them good luck. Some of these New Year superstitions may seem hilarious. However, the reality is that millions of people still follow the customs of such New Year superstitions, brushing aside ...