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Family and Relationships

Read the latest Family and Relationships Articles from Next Avenue.

A grandmother and her grandchild looking out of the window. Next Avenue, Blended family grandparents

My Grandbaby Boom

Becoming a grandmother has been an unexpected, yet welcomed, part of my life's plan
September 15, 2022
Various small bowls filled with candy. Next Avenue, memories, great grandmother, grandparents day

Memories of My Great-Grandmother

A half-century later, one careless moment (mine) still haunts
September 8, 2022
An old photo of two young girls standing in front of two birthday cakes. Next Avenue, sisters

A Letter to My Late Sister on Our Shared Birthday

Although forty years have gone by, I fondly remember the birthdays we shared and am sad there have been so many without you
September 7, 2022
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A family having a discussion about whether or not to lend money. Next Avenue, lending money to family, friends

Should You Lend Money to Family or Friends?

Ask yourself — and your prospective borrower — these questions when considering whether to bail out someone close to you
September 6, 2022
A woman drinking tea sitting outside. Next Avenue, complicated grief in older adults

When a Relationship is Complicated, So Is the Grief Process

Being honest and facing mixed emotions about a loved one's death can help with healing
September 1, 2022
An old photo of a young girl smiling with a young woman. Next Avenue, sibling loss

The Last Journey and a Sister's Goodbye

A trip to Santa Fe with a dying sister was fraught with complications, but ultimately a life-affirming experience for these two devoted sisters
August 18, 2022
Two older adults sitting together on a garden bench. Next Avenue, my mom doesn't want a funeral

Honoring The Wishes of Those Who Didn't Want a Funeral

Loved ones who are grieving may ultimately make different decisions
August 15, 2022
A woman walking her dog on a beach. Next Avenue, pet custody law

Custody Isn't Just for Kids: New Laws Set Up Pet Custody

Working out an agreement is the best alternative, although a lawyer or mediator is sometimes necessary
July 22, 2022
A couple smiling at a restaurant. Next Avenue, second marriage success stories

How We've Had a Near Perfect Second Marriage of 25+ Years

After both experiencing failed relationships, we met each other at midlife and have lived quite happily together ever since
July 7, 2022
Two older men sitting next to each other in a living room. Next Avenue, Craig McNamara Robert McNamara

Vietnam: 'Because Our Fathers Lied'

Craig McNamara remembers his famous, vilified father, a former Secretary of Defense
July 4, 2022
An old headshot of a man wearing a U.S. Navy uniform. Next Avenue, father's advice

My Father: The Mensch

A daughter lovingly recalls her late father, including the 'Moishisms' he shared that were his life lessons
June 16, 2022
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