My brother and I fight often because we live next door to each other. Everything changed when I introduced him to my partner.

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Jamie Valentino and his brother
The author (left) used to fight with his brother (right) often.

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I was laid off from a 6-figure salary job and now deliver DoorDash meals for $3 tips. It's taught me that I'm strong, resilient, and willing to do what it takes.

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Kelly Kanaras with a friend's dog, whom she sometimes housesits for.

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I studied film in college because it was my passion. Once I graduated, I craved a simpler life, so I pursued a different career.

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The author (not pictured) decided to not pursue filmmaking as a career.

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I chronicled all my breakups like Taylor Swift. Making my heartbreaks public strengthened my relationship.

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The author (not pictured) wrote about her breakups in a book, and her husband was supportive.

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Parents know the true summer anthem — and it's from an animated K-pop band

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Netflix's "KPop Demon Hunters" A Sing-Along Event Los Angeles LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - AUGUST 24: Ken Jeong speaks during Netflix's "KPop Demon Hunters" A Sing-Along Event at Regal LA Live on August 24, 2025 in Los Angeles, California.

While working as a lawyer, I started posting about my family online. When it took off, I quit, and my site makes over $1 million each year.

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Blair Lonergan started The Seasoned Mom in 2013 as a creative outlet, and now, the site makes over $1 million annually.

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My grandmother is 95 and losing her memory. Every story she tells me is one I don't want to forget.

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The author's twins sharing twin with his grandmother.

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After visiting every country in the world, I had a new perspective on life. I no longer wanted to be in the US and chose to live in Portugal.

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Gina Morello at Sintra in Portugal.

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My mom was my best friend, so it made sense for me to quit my stressful job so we could spend the last few months of her life together

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My dad died before he could retire. It shifted the way I approach life.

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The author (far right) with her family.

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