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Happy Easter Traditions for Your Family

Easter is the principal festival of the Christian church. It celebrates the Resurrection of Jesus Christ on the third day after His Crucifixion. The earliest recorded observance of an Easter celebration dates back to the 2nd century. This day is for family, friends, fun, eggs, and bunnies. It’s one of the few holidays that connect the past, the present, and the future. ...

Nathan Machoka

An Easter cross and eggs.

Embracing Tradition: Celebrating Name Day

If you live outside Europe and Latin American countries, you may not be familiar with a name day celebration. Also called Saint’s Name Day, this is celebrated in many cultures worldwide, where people celebrate their name and its significance. If you want to learn how name days differ from birthdays, which countries celebrate them, and ...

Nathan Machoka

Happy name day.

6 Reasons Why Divorce Is Not the Best Solution

Marriages have ups and downs, and almost every couple has thought about divorce at least once. In the U.S., the rate is about 40-50 percent for first marriages and 60-70 percent for second marriages. The numbers aren’t very different across many countries worldwide. Of course, there are valid grounds for divorcing, such as infidelity, physical ...

Nathan Machoka

Marriage versus Divorce written on paper arrows.

The Love Story of Zhang Hongchi and Wang Xiuzhu Embraced 3 Generations (Part 2)

In 1961, Wang Xiuzhu confided in her sister that she lacked education and feared being looked down upon by her husband in the future. She began self-studying and sought employment in Beijing. After several attempts, the local office arranged for her to work at a sewing factory. She resolutely brought her parents-in-law to Beijing to ...

Emma Lu

A sewing machine.

The Love Story of Zhang Hongchi and Wang Xiuzhu Embraced 3 Generations (Part 1)

On November 5, 2009, around 3 p.m., Zhang Hongchi, an 84-year-old economist, suffered a sudden heart attack. While being rushed to the hospital, he briefly regained consciousness. He grasped his son Zhang Cheng’s hand and laboriously instructed: “If I don’t make it, you and your brother must take good care of Aunt Wang.” Aunt Wang ...

Emma Lu

A man having a heart attack.

A Tale of Compassion and Connection: The Unconventional Family 

The fabric of family is woven with threads of love, compassion, and understanding. This is a tale of an ordinary man who became an extraordinary part of a family and how his presence transformed their lives. This story revolves around a retired worker, a widowed mother, and her son, who create a beautiful family tapestry ...

Max Lu

Closeup of the hands of a man and woman who are reaching out to each other.

The Inspiring Journey of Sophi Green: A Tale of Resilience and Love

In a society filled with love, understanding, and harmony, individuals are more willing to share stories about raising children. Today, we delve into the heartwarming story of Sophi Green, a Chinese orphan born without arms whose life took a dramatic turn when an American couple adopted her. Adoption: A beacon of hope Many Westerners, particularly ...

Max Lu

Sophi Green as a child.

Wealth and Fate: The Salt Merchant’s Ambitious Son

Some individuals amass immense wealth through hard work, talent, opportune moments, or chance. Yet while some are able to retain their wealth, others can’t. Why is this? Is it pure coincidence, or is there an underlying inevitability to it? This can be attributed to the “fortune” predestined in one’s life. Imagine if a person’s life ...

Max Lu

Vintage open chest, coins on a wooden table, and a bright light from inside the chest.

How an Elderly Neighbor Became an ‘Honorary Grandpa’ to a Family

In our fast-paced world, it is easy to underestimate the value of cultivating meaningful relationships with those around us. However, in a touching story of compassion and love, a family created an incredible friendship with their elderly neighbor.  Wilson Caraballo and Sharaine Caraballo first met Paul Callahan in March 2022 when Wilson remodeled their new ...

Haidene Go

Paul Callahan and his adopted Caraballo family.