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There was a time when the idea of becoming estranged from your own family seemed almost unthinkable. Family was family....
There was a time when I thought a fulfilling life had to be busy to be meaningful. Now, I think...
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We live in a world that glorifies being busy. Some people wear exhaustion like a badge of honour. Calendars are...
Every wedding anniversary takes me back to one of the most magical days of our lives and reminds me why...
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Recently, I experienced the painful reality of losing someone through others. One friend lost her fiancé to death, while another...
Growing old brings a sobering reality: time is finite. You watch your body slow down, see your parents age, and...
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ASM, Philippine Canadian Inquirer 🍁 Happy Thanksgiving, Canada! 🇨🇦 Today, we celebrate the blessings of family, friendship, community, and...
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