Jacob essler

Mother-Daughter Bonding Through Reality TV Reality TV may not have been designed as a mother-child bonding tradition, but that’s exactly what it has become for me and my two daughters. From their teenage years through their twenties, we have ritualized our reality TV viewing: watching shows together, discussing contestants, gossiping, preaching, speculating, and even feeling …

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For many families, the financial pressure caused by the cost of living crisis makes it difficult to manage the daily expenses of raising children and saving for their future. A 2022 study from the Child Poverty Action Group reveals that the estimated cost of raising a child until they turn 18, including housing and childcare, …

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The Moment I Knew: Finding Love in Uncertainty I had seen Trenna a couple of times through mutual friends, but we didn’t show much interest in each other at first. She was a smoker and I had a beard – both traits that put us off. However, in early January 1988, something changed. We found …

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Arlene Philips: From Dance Troupe to Hollywood and Beyond Arlene Phillips, born in 1943 in Prestwich, Greater Manchester, is a renowned choreographer known for her iconic contributions to the UK dance scene. As a child, she was already deeply involved in dance classes, and her passion led her to eventually establish Hot Gossip, a dance …

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What Every New Parent Needs to Know: A Comprehensive Guide Parenting is a time filled with both solicited and unsolicited advice. When it comes to making informed decisions about some of the most discussed topics, sticking to the evidence helps. Below is our handy guide to what every new parent needs to know in key …

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Susan, 43 Role play: a form of escapism where I leave my ‘mum’ identity behind Thomas and I prioritize planning our intimate moments. We both have children from previous relationships, so finding time for ourselves is challenging. With only three or four child-free days a month, we meticulously schedule our time together in advance, including …

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Jake on Alessia What were you hoping for? A fun evening with free drinks. First impressions? Nice. Independent kind of style. What did you talk about? Pretty much everything. Being naked on Arthur’s Seat. Skinny dipping. The UK class system. Our families. Most awkward moment? There weren’t many. At one point she called a hill …

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