There are many lifestyle choices that we make in life, but one of the biggest is whether to stay single or get married. For some people, marriage is the natural next step after dating someone for a while. But for others, the thought of getting married can be daunting. So, what are the pros and … Read more
A woman is married to a man who she loves dearly, but she feels unfulfilled by her life as a wife and mother. One day, she comes across a group of women who are living their lives to the fullest and enjoying every moment. The woman is inspired by their example and decides to leave … Read more
I went to Taiping last year to attend my cousin’s wedding. She is unlike most of my relatives, who are Christians. So this was the first time I’ve been to a Christian wedding. Her ceremony was held at the Chinese Methodist Church in Taiping. There were two receptions during the wedding: one in Taiping and … Read more
Kate Chopin’s The Story of an Hour tells the tale of Louise Mallard, a woman who is deeply unhappy in her marriage. Louise is initially devastated after hearing news that her husband has died in a train accident. However, as she begins to process her grief, she starts to feel a sense of freedom and … Read more
Joan Didion’s On Going Home is a beautiful and moving essay about the author’s experience of returning to her childhood home. Didion writes with great insight and honesty about the complex emotions she feels towards her family, her home, and her own memories. The essay is filled with beautiful images and thoughtful observations about the … Read more
A great companion is someone who is a good companion. Am I just circling around? I’m not sure it does. The qualities of a person are not sex-oriented; they are person-oriented, according to the old role of a husband vs. wife. What do I look for in a spouse? My criteria may be lengthy, but … Read more
