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Family and Relationships

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A metalic blue toy model sports car. Next Avenue, mother son project

The Model of a Mother and Son Project

An attempt to build a model sports car didn't go as planned, but that doesn't mean they didn't have fun
May 12, 2022
The author's grandchild messily eating spaghetti and hugging a bronze gorilla statue. Next Avenue, grandparenting

How We Spent Our Solo Grandparenting Vacation

It’s a whole new game when the parents take off and grandparents take charge
May 4, 2022
A woman holding an infant outside of an adoption agency. Next Avenue, adult adoptee stories

Bringing Adult Adoptee Issues to Light

For many people there is lingering trauma, but resources and support are available
May 2, 2022
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An older adult standing next to their dog. Next Avenue

A Dog's Life

The author reflects on what his dog Ernie, recently diagnosed with cancer, is teaching him about mortality
April 27, 2022
An older ethically non-monogamous couple smiling outside. Next Avenue, ENM, monogamy, polyamory, swinging

An Exploration of Ethical Non-Monogamy

Defining the terms and risks that come with unconventional relationships
April 19, 2022
An older adult sitting on a park bench looking off into the distance. Next Avenue, husband is gay

When I Learned My Husband Was Gay

Blindsided by his revelation, with time and the support of others, I was finally able to move on
April 11, 2022
Two side-by-side photos of an older adult cooking. Next Avenue, TikTok Nonna Pia

Grab a Plate with Nonna Pia — TikTok's Favorite Italian Grandmother

Pia Quaglieri, 83, is passing along her cooking traditions to her family — and 2.6 million others
March 17, 2022
A toddlers on a virtual call with her grandfather. Next Avenue, distant grandparents

Technology Makes Virtual Playdates Possible for Distant Grandparents

Amazon Glow and Caribu are two options that make connecting for reading, games and online activities easier
February 24, 2022
A grandmother sitting next to her granddaughter on a couch outside. Next Avenue, dating advice

When It Comes to Dating, Grandma Knows Best

The granddaughter and grandmother team behind the 'Excuse My Grandma' podcast share what they are teaching each other about dating
February 16, 2022
An older parent having a serious discussion with their adult child. Next Avenue, parenting adult children

Parenting a 'Difficult Adult Child'

Parenting an adult child struggling with substance abuse disorder or mental illness can be a challenging task later in life
January 18, 2022
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A single parent walking with his son. Next Avenue

My 27-Year Journey as a Single Parent

The mistakes and successes I had, and why I think it's harder for single parents to find work than other parents
January 7, 2022
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