Few names are as closely associated with Paris as Coco Chanel. She is an inspiration for reinvention, which is often needed after divorce. Continue reading →
The new film, Michael, has sparked conversations about one of the most talented entertainers in history. Beyond the music, choreography, and unprecedented success, the movie also reminds audiences of another issue that affects countless families every day—drug addiction. Continue reading →
Every year, the National Park and Recreation Association celebrates national parks and green spaces throughout the United States. This July, National Park and Recreation Month is themed around “the power of” parks and recreation. Continue reading →
Domestic violence is not always physical. Sometimes domestic violence takes the form of repeated threats and unwanted messages that leave another person feeling terrified for their life. Continue reading →
The holidays are an exciting time to get together with family and celebrate being together, but for a single parent it can be full of challenges. Whether you have a great co-parenting relationship or a tumultuous one, you can still make the holidays a time of happiness and cheer. Here are a few ways you can thrive this holiday season and make treasured memories that will last a lifetime. Continue reading →
Let’s be real, breakups are the worst. From your first heartbreak to the ending of your last relationship, it never gets any easier. While there’s many different ways to cope, you just can’t beat listening to a good breakup song. The problem is that many are overplayed and don’t pack the same punch. That’s why, for International Strange Music Day, we’ve made a list of the best out-of-the-ordinary breakup songs you can put on to help heal your broken heart. Continue reading →
By Cheri’ Reaves, NCCP
After a deep conversation with a close friend, I felt the need to share something urgent. We were talking about children, technology, and how early they’re being introduced to smartphones, tablets, and social media. This isn’t just about screen time—it’s about real dangers lurking behind those screens. Continue reading →
For many, the holiday season is a time of joy, family gatherings, and shared memories. However, this time of year can also be rife with challenges, especially for those dealing with forms of domestic violence. Continue reading →
Parents have a protected right to care for their children in North Carolina, and that right affords them some significant protections when it comes to custody and visitation. For instance, third parties like grandparents can seek visitation and custody only in very limited circumstances.
However, when parents are involved in custody disputes, courts may limit or altogether deny visitation to a mother or father. Every North Carolina custody determination is based on one core principle: the best interests of the child. If a court believes that not having visitation with one parent is best for the child, then the court order will reflect that decision. Continue reading →
By Judi Rossabi
Divorce can be a heartbreaking experience. Everything changes, and even friends and family share in the ups and downs of a breakup. Back in the ’70s, a hit song by The Bee Gees lamented “How Can You Mend a Broken Heart.”
The song was a number-one hit and even became the title track of The Bee Gees documentary. The song is famous for such lines as:
“How can you stop the rain from falling down?”
“Tell me, how can you stop the sun from shining?” and most importantly,
“What makes the world go ’round?”
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