In many families, the mother used to be a housewife who did all the domestic work. Today, most parents have jobs, so housework should be shared by everyone. It is good to involve children, too. They can wash the dishes, take out the trash, or fold the clothes. Some families make a chart and give each person a job every week. This is a fair way to divide the work. When everyone helps, parents feel less tired. Children also learn useful skills for the future. A clean home is a team effort.

Last year, my aunt was pregnant with her first baby. During her pregnancy, the whole family was excited. My grandmother cooked healthy soup for her every week. In March, a little girl was born. Now my infant cousin sleeps most of the day. When she wakes up, she smiles at everyone. I like to tickle her feet because she laughs so sweetly. My grandfather says she looks like our ancestors in the old family photos. I can't wait to watch her grow up.