During a united nations member states committee debate in October 2019, fostering stable families and promotion of its vital role in social protection of youth, the old and disabled was mentioned as a priority for many countries. The family’s role was noted in helping societies be more inclusive. From the debate, the European union noted that balancing work and family remained a challenge for many families in Europe.1
From a Biblical perspective, God made the first family to ever exist and placed them in a good home. His actions shows that He wills wellness for the family. Nora and Nia is therefore a creative family book. It is written to be read and hopefully be an inspiration in helping foster stability in families while supporting it in playing its vital role in social inclusion. Through integration of healthy stabilizing values like play, creativity, work and godly bible training in daily routines, I hope you and your family will enjoy reading it.
Author Neema Penuel
1 https://undocs.org/A/75/61%E2%80%93E/2020/4
“And as ye would that men should do to you, do ye also
to them likewise.” Jesus Christ.
“It is very important to understand that pluralism is part
of our system. We don't all think the same thing and part
of our strength is that we come from different
perspectives. We have to respect one another even when
we disagree with each other. There has to be a spirit of
tolerance for the views of others, while also being deeply
committed to the positions we hold. If we do that, I think
we can coexist and learn to love each other better.”
Dr. James Dobson
Nora and Nia found a stray kitten. It was a cute, little red animal with big blue eyes and a small heart shaped nose. Even though it was in their garden, it ran away every time they came too near it. It kept miawing and running away.
“What do we do now?” Asked Nia.
“We can give it some milk.” Answered Nora.
“That sounds like a good idea. I will get the milk.” Said Nia. “Kittens drink milk!” She ran into the kitchen to get the milk while Nora tried to approach the little, miawing kitten.
Nia opened the refrigerator and took out the milk. She then took a small blue bowl from the washing machine and was about to pour in some milk, when she stopped and thought to herself. “What if it is a girl?” She ran out again to ask Nora. “How do we know if it is a girl or a boy?”
“Who opened the refrigerator?” Asked mum from the open kitchen door. She was pointing at the open door to the refrigerator.
“It is me.” Nia answered. “I wanted to get some milk for the kitten. She said pointing in the direction of the kitten.
“But we don’t know if it is a boy or girl!” Added Nora.