Family is something you’re born into, not chosen—a mix of personalities, strengths, and flaws. It’s a journey filled with joy and challenges, building bonds and sometimes causing frustration.

When I was 7, a mysterious dollhouse appeared on our porch, wrapped in newspaper. We thought it was from Santa, but even my parents were baffled. My dad assumed a family friend had left it. Regardless of its origin, it became our favorite gift, sparking endless hours of imaginative play.