BIRTHGAP – CHILDLESS WORLD DOCUMENTARY FILM

Other possible negative impacts of a declining population are:

· A rise in the dependency ratio which would increase the economic pressure on the workforce

· A loss of culture and the diminishment of trust among citizens

· A crisis in end-of-life care for the elderly because there are insufficient caregivers for them

· Difficulties in funding entitlement programs because there are fewer workers relative to retirees

· A decline in military strength

· A decline in innovation since change comes from the young

· A strain on mental health caused by permanent recession

· Deflation caused by the aging population

https://reformedperspective.ca/birthgap/

On September 25, 1980, is the date the One-Child Policy was formally implemented in China, with an "open letter" to party members urging them to adhere to the policy to curb population growth. The policy was introduced to address the strain of a rapidly growing population on resources and economic development, but it also resulted in controversial enforcement measures and social consequences.

In memory of this sad day in history, I will present this documentary film by demographer, Stephen J Shaw – Birthgap: Childless World – it is about the global decline in birth rates, with a focus on the rise of childlessness and its societal consequences. The documentary "Birthgap - Childless World" premiered in mid-September 2025 and uses data to show how a significant increase in women who are childless, rather than just smaller families, is a major driver of falling birth rates. The film suggests this is a significant global crisis, leading to issues like a shrinking workforce, strained pension systems, and an aging population that could trigger economic decline.

The former Bedok Town Secondary School being demolished on May 9.

[PHOTO SOURCE: https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/housing/5-former-schools-in-bedok-tampines-and-pasir-ris-set-to-be-replaced-by-new-homes]

I hope my encouragement prompts more couples to try for a baby, although I know that the decision is a very personal one. All over the world, especially in developed societies like Singapore, fertility rates have been declining. Each generation has different aspirations. Many young people prioritise developing their careers, spending quality time with their partners, and pursuing other interests. Even couples who want kids may put off starting families, not realising how quickly it gets harder with each passing year.

All this is quite understandable. But I still hope that more Singaporean couples will decide to have more children, and to have them earlier!

We will build a “Singapore Made For Families”, and continue supporting your marriage and parenthood aspirations. We have progressively strengthened support for infant caregiving and work-life harmony, to see parents through their children’s formative years. Recently we doubled Government-Paid Paternity Leave from two to four weeks on a voluntary basis. Measures like these will lighten the burden on parents, but they are merely enablers. Ultimately, couples will decide whether to have children for their own reasons. I hope more will decide to go ahead, and I am confident they will find parenthood a deeply rewarding and fulfilling journey.

https://www.pmo.gov.sg/Newsroom/Chinese-New-Year-Message-2024-by-PM-Lee-Hsien-Loong

I will present the film before I give my thoughts. I enjoyed it and recommend it to everyone, I thank Stephen Shaw for his project.

Singapore will become a superaged society – PM Lee Speech on NDR 2023

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Singapore is one of the fastest-ageing nations in the world. Today, about one in five Singaporeans is a senior, aged 65 and above. By 2030, nearly one in four Singaporeans will be a senior. I first talked about ageing in the National Day Rally back in 2007. At that time, we had 500 centenarians – people aged 100 and older. We thought that was a lot. By 2013, which is 6 years later, this had doubled to around 1,000. And by 2030, we are likely to double again to at least 2,000 centenarians! It shows vividly how our society is getting older and older, faster and faster. Today, if you ask – it is not in the chart – but we have about 1,500 already. In 2030, I will not be making this speech, but whoever is doing so will have to take care of all of us seniors, and some of us very senior.

Today, we are an aged society; soon, we will be a ‘super-aged’ society. This has massive social and economic implications. We have much to do to help our seniors age well.

https://www.pmo.gov.sg/Newsroom/National-Day-Rally-2023

FULL VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IdWSpat3Uq0&t=166s

SEE 12:30 TO 28:25

Please go to this link to watch the film:

Birthgap

Premiered Sep 19, 2025 #Birthgap #Documentary #Fertility

Birthgap: Uncovering the Common Factor Behind the World's Falling Birthrates

Why are birthrates collapsing across the world — in almost every culture and society? This documentary reveals the surprising answer.

Based on published peer-reviewed research in Nature Portfolio (Scientific Reports, Aug 21, 2025), Birthgap challenges conventional wisdom and ignites critical debate about our global future.

Premiering exactly nine years after filming began, this 2-hour feature spans 24 countries across the Americas, Europe, Asia, and Africa — weaving gripping personal stories with cutting-edge data science, animations, and breathtaking visuals. From bustling metropolises to remote villages in the high Andes and Himalayas, it uncovers the hidden truth reshaping humanity’s future.

Discover what it means for the 21st century – and beyond.

https://www.birthgap.org/spaces/9023911/feed

VIDEO SOURCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m2GeVG0XYTc

Singapore has become a superaged country as of 2025

Besides nurturing our young, we will also take good care of our seniors.

Our society is ageing rapidly. And I will show you a chart that illustrates this. In 2015, when we celebrated SG50, about 13% of Singaporeans were aged 65 and above. Today, as we mark SG60, it is just over 20%, over a period of ten years. According to the United Nations, a country with 21% or more of its population aged 65 and above is considered “super-aged”. We will likely cross that mark by next year. In 10 years’ time, when we have SG70, we expect the figure to rise to over 25%.

The good news is that Singaporeans are living longer. We can see this all around us – in our families, our neighbourhoods, and our communities. During walkabouts, MPs meet many more seniors – even centenarians. Here is Hazlina with her Fengshan resident Mdm Wong. She does not look like it, but Mdm Wong is 100 years old! Our ground experience is borne out in the statistics. Two decades ago, there were 400 people in Singapore aged 100 and above. Today it is close to 1,500 and continuing to rise!

What I have just described is our life expectancy or our life-span. Some lived to 90s, 100 or more, but on average, it is now almost 84 years. But we also look at another measure that adjusts the life-span to focus only on the years when we are in good health. We call this the health-span. Our average health-span is 75 years. That means we spend – on average – about 10 years living with illness or disability. And we must try to bring this figure down, and certainly not allow it to get bigger.

Because imagine if you retire at 65. You may have another 20 or more years ahead of you. How will you feel if much of that time is spent in and out of hospital, or on a wheelchair? It will be tough – not just for the individual, but for the family too. So the key is to have both longer and healthier lives – ideally our health-span should be closer to our life-span.

Technology can help with this. With better early detection of disease. And better and more effective treatments and cures – including for once-life threatening ailments like cancer and heart disease.

[SOURCE: https://www.pmo.gov.sg/Newsroom/National-Day-Rally-2025]

VIDEO SOURCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=179ifkW4Se8&t=2609s – See 41:00 of video]

MY THOUGHTS:

Population Collapse warning:

From September to October 2023, I visited Singapore after not being home to the country of my birth since 2019, to celebrate my younger sister’s wedding. I learnt a sad thing which Singapore has like Japan (World’s highest superaged country) and South Korea (world’s lowest fertility rate country) – both countries have a superaged (meaning 1 in 5 citizens are above the age of 65) and low fertility rate of less than 2.1 children per woman. Whenever I turn around when walking in public, I see an elderly person walking past me and as of 2024, our fertility rate is 0.97 births per woman (30,800 new births for a population of 6 million).

Akiya banks are databases of vacant or abandoned homes in Japan where owners and local governments can list properties for sale and buyers can search for vacant homes to buy.

[PHOTO SOURCE: https://resources.realestate.co.jp/buy/akiya-banks-in-japan-links-to-vacant-house-databases-by-prefecture/]

https://thesamuraiseven7.blogspot.com/2024/03/akiya-japanese-abandoned-house-part-1.html

The world is currently facing a global fertility collapse. Many countries around the world have a fertility rate below replacement level (less than 2.1 fertility rate), which will affect their country’s population and economy in the future. No population means no country.

The family that works together, eats together, and prays together, stays together. – Amish Proverb

Georgia’s landscape, steeped in history and cultural richness, once attracted Amish settlers seeking a peaceful life. While attempts were made to establish communities in the early 1900s, unlike other regions, these settlements haven’t flourished long-term. However, the story of the Amish in Georgia is a captivating one.

[PHOTO SOURCE: https://www.amishfurniturefactory.com/amishblog/amish-communities-in-georgia/]

https://blackforestproject421.blogspot.com/2023/05/family-value-quotes.html

https://blackforestproject421.blogspot.com/2023/11/the-mccallums-one-of-australias-few.html

https://blackforestproject421.blogspot.com/2025/07/john-troyer-memorial-award.html

However, these countries/continents have high fertility rates and will probably outgrow those others with low fertility. They are Sub-Sahara Africa, Israel, Faroe Islands, Mongolia (in 2023 – there were 4 births for every 1 death), and Tibet and last, but not least…. the Amish and other Plain People Groups like Beachy Amish Mennonites, Conservative Mennonites, Hutterites and the haredi jews.

I wrote this as a warning. It is not just an East Asia or Western issue. It is a global problem.

Repopulating Scottsdale, Tasmania:

The following I write is just an opinion: I just use Scottsdale, Tasmania as an example, as the McCallums, the Amish Mennonite Family lives 8Km away from the town.

What if Scottsdale Tasmania depopulate? It will be sad and lonely town. Any country with a population collapse, will see more ghost towns and more empty schools. It is happening in East Asia and Southern Europe especially in Greece and Italy.

I have some suggestions to the problem. Let us take the Amish for example, they are repopulating America’s and Canada’s place. See this:

A group of Amish families, including the Kilgore family, purchased a large land parcel along the Niobrara River, Nebraska and have established businesses like saw sharpening and log-home kits. The community is growing, with new homes and a school, and is part of a larger trend of Amish settlements expanding into western states like Nebraska.

I believe in Year 2030, the Amish population (including other anabaptist groups like Mennonites and Hutterites), will outgrow and repopulate ghost towns.

Canada:

The Amish population in North America has more than doubled since 2000 to 2025, due to their 85% to 90% retention rate and their high fertility rate. They need more land. Due to their four core values, they have managed to maintain their communities well. Their ‘cousins’ - the Hutterites and Mennonites are historically Anabaptist and share a strong emphasis on family and community. Large families are seen as a blessing and a way to strengthen community bonds, and are common within the Anabaptist Trio communities.

The Israelian Etiya has no less than 9 children. And that’s of great importance. Because the more children, the better, according to the mother: ‘ Every child is a Mitzva. Every extra child makes the people of Israel bigger.’

[PHOTO SOURCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cYUQ7K_-Dss]

https://blackforestproject421.blogspot.com/2024/12/israels-baby-boom-2024-children-are-joy.html

Just like the Amish are repopulating Nebraska’s Sandhills, the Canadian Amish have started two new settlements in New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island. I feel the Amish in North America will start taking over ghost towns or abandoned farms. One reason is that they have many children like those in Israel, Sub-Saharan Africa and the Faroe Islands, where they will survive the population collapse.

Earth’s most endangered species

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https://www.heritage.org/education/commentary/baby-bust-will-soon-reshape-public-schools

BLOG: https://blackforestproject421.blogspot.com/2024/10/amish-baby-boom-part-1-proverbs-about.html

BLOG: https://blackforestproject421.blogspot.com/2024/12/israels-baby-boom-2024-children-are-joy.html

BLOG: https://blackforestproject421.blogspot.com/2024/07/the-faroe-islands-childrens-world-in.html

BLOG: https://blackforestproject421.blogspot.com/2024/07/the-adopted-children-of-faroe-islands.html

Conclusion:

Hopefully, if Scottsdale starts depopulating, I pray and hope, those Anabaptist groups can help to repopulate the towns, as you see above.

Here are two interesting statistics:

From September 2023 to September 2024, about 183,000 babies were born in Israel, meaning that more than 400 babies were born per day. There was a similar case in 2022, in its annual Amish population study, the Young Center for Anabaptist and Pietist Studies at Elizabethtown College estimates that 1,450 Amish babies were born in Lancaster County last year. Only 145 Amish of all ages died. That population increase of 1,305 brought the total number of Amish living here to 44,315. There were more Amish births than deaths in that state. It means for every 1 Amish death, 9 Amish babies were born.

"ילדים הם שמחה" (yeldim hem simcha).

The Hebrew phrase for "children are a joy" is "ילדים הם שמחה" (yeldim hem simcha). "ילדים" (yeldim) means "children", and "שמחה" (simcha) means "joy" or "gladness".

TOP: An ultra orthodox family. Bottom: An Amish Family. Notice the similarities – they are a large nuclear family

I will close with these two proverbs from the Israelis and Anabaptist:

The Hebrew phrase for "children are a joy" is "ילדים הם שמחה" (yeldim hem simcha). "ילדים" (yeldim) means "children", and "שמחה" (simcha) means "joy" or "gladness".

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https://blackforestproject421.blogspot.com/2025/02/grand-friends-program-are-awesome.html

“Our children are the only treasures we can take to heaven.”
― Suzanne Woods Fisher, Amish Proverbs: Words of Wisdom from the Simple Life

[PHOTO SOURCE: https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=3271956436192809&id=243558015699348&set=a.661351630586649]

https://amishamerica.com/when-a-son-joins-the-amish-the-only-treasure-you-can-take-to-heaven/

https://blackforestproject421.blogspot.com/2024/10/amish-baby-boom-part-1-proverbs-about.html

https://ifstudies.org/blog/more-money-more-babies-part-3-further-evidence-on-the-positive-link-between-income-and-fertility-

Birthgap - Childless World PART 1 (English Version)

Birthgap

Nov 21, 2022

** Featured at the Chelsea Film Festival, 2021 ** The era of ultra-low birthrates has begun. But why are people having so few children these days? And what are the consequences ? Come on a journey of discovery across 24 countries to find the reason and also the future consequences for young and old alike. This is Part 1 of Birthgap - Childless World. (c) Birthgap.org

VIDEO SOURCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A6s8QlIGanA

https://rumble.com/v2okppk-birthgap-childless-world-by-stephen-j.-shaw-part-1.html

https://www.facebook.com/thebirthgap

The Single Biggest Threat to Humanity - Stephen J Shaw

Elliot Bewick

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I sat down with data scientist and demographer Stephen J Shaw, best know for his work on falling birthrates, to discuss the biggest problem facing humanity. I've been wanting to get Stephen on the show from the very beginning, and he did not disappoint! Find more from Stephen: www.birthgap.org CHAPTERS

00:00 There’s nothing this crisis won’t touch

04:23 Gen Z doesn’t realise what’s about to happen

05:18 India as an example

08:02 Applying the example to the rest of the world

10:03 People are shocked by this

11:41 We’re in a downward spiral with no known solution

13:58 Overpopulation has been debunked but is still being pushed

16:38 The difference between birth rate and fertility rate

17:35 Birth rates are halving at an alarming rate

19:56 Korea could disappear in your lifetime

21:56 A dystopian vision of the future

26:03 How the crisis will bring economic decline

29:40 Elliot paints a picture of the generic Gen Z expectations

31:13 The age where you’re 50% likely to not have children

33:32 Aging also affects men’s chances of having children

35:11 The risks of delaying

40:20 Only 10% of childless adults didn’t want children

43:21 The grief of male childlessness

49:34 Is it misogynistic to campaign for higher birth rates?

52:24 People are pushing anti-natalism for political reasons

55:42 So many policies have been tried and have failed

1:01:03 Hungary’s family-friendly culture

1:03:13 Four radical Hungarian policies

1:07:29 So many of our societies are not supportive of families

1:11:16 We need to reinvent everything

1:12:50 Changing the model for education

1:17:57 Changing the model for employment

1:20:26 Retirement will look different

1:21:56 The growing divide between men and women

1:25:09 Giving up on sex & relationships

1:27:35 The vicious cycle of waiting

1:28:41 Elliot uses himself as an example

1:30:00 Is this fuelled by the decline of the Christian narrative?

1:34:23 How AI will affect fertility

1:35:21 Which towns & cities should we save?

1:36:55 Aging populations will shift societal power

1:39:32 Stephen’s opposition to assisted suicide

1:43:59 Stephen’s message to Gen Z

1:45:17 Final words

VIDEO SOURCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jikk6MiOVTg&t=4601s

In Iran, billboards promoting larger families with slogans like "More children, a happier life" have appeared, particularly after the Supreme Leader called for a population increase. These billboards often depict idealized families of six, emphasizing the positive aspects of having many children. The imagery and messaging have sparked criticism for being irresponsible, sexist, and out of touch with the realities of daily life in Iran.

[PHOTO SOURCE: https://www.rferl.org/a/procreation-campaign-iran/25206324.html]

"The Shifting Demographics of the Middle East" with Nicholas Eberstadt

Middle East Forum

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Demographic decline has arrived in the Middle East. This process is challenging long-held assumptions about the region’s resilience to global fertility trends. The Middle East was once thought immune or less susceptible to demographic decline due to cultural and religious norms. Now, countries like Iran and Tunisia are experiencing sub-replacement birth rates. As populations shrink and age, economic and geopolitical consequences loom. But why has this process begun? Is it merely a phase, or a permanent transformation? How will societies adapt? And what are the implications for the region’s future stability? Nicholas Eberstadt holds the Henry Wendt Chair in Political Economy at the American Enterprise Institute (AEI). He has authored numerous works, including Men Without Work: Post-Pandemic Edition (2022) and Lessons for an Unserious Superpower (2024). Dr. Eberstadt holds a PhD, MPA, and AB from Harvard University and an MSc from the London School of Economics.

VIDEO SOURCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8TPu20JWo6s&t=19s

Nicholas Eberstadt: The Shifting Demographics of the Middle East

There Has Been a Marked Change in Muslim-Majority Countries—in Keeping with the Rest of the World—Namely ‘A Huge Plunge in Fertility’

February 24, 2025

Marilyn Stern

https://www.meforum.org/podcasts/nicholas-eberstadt-the-shifting-demographics-of-the-middle-east

https://www.dw.com/en/middle-east-fertility-slump-fewer-babies-big-problems/a-73201865

Why Are Muslim Fertility Rates So Fragile?

Based Camp with Simone & Malcolm Collins

May 22, 2025 Based Camp

In this episode, we debunk the myth that Muslims will dominate global demographics due to high fertility rates. We delve into the data showing declining fertility rates across Islamic countries and look at the various strategies these nations are employing to reverse this trend. From cultural campaigns and economic incentives to restrictions on family planning, we explore why these measures are failing. Highlighting intriguing case studies from Iran, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, we discuss the implications and what can be learned from their approaches. Tune in to uncover the complexities of this pressing issue and what it means for the future. Here is the story I mentioned putting together. If you guys like it I will make more. The Eighth Hero: Audio Book https://drive.google.com/file/d/1x8Fv... The Eighth Hero: Text https://docs.google.com/document/d/1A... The Discord: / discord

00:00 Introduction and Misconceptions about Muslim Fertility

00:14 Islamic Countries' Efforts to Boost Birth Rates

00:59 Case Study: Fertility Rates in the Middle East

01:31 Comparative Fertility Rates: Muslims vs. Jews

02:00 Global Trends in Muslim Fertility

06:31 Iran's Aggressive Prenatal Policies

08:49 Turkey's Cultural Push for Higher Birth Rates

12:05 Saudi Arabia's Economic Diversification and Fertility

13:43 UAE's Unique Prenatal Policies

19:05 Egypt's High Fertility Rate Amid Overcrowding

20:42 Exploring Cultural and Economic Policies

21:13 Income Disparities and Fertility Rates

21:59 Cultural Pressures and Family Planning

23:13 Parenting Styles and Celebrations

24:08 Conservative Movements and Social Media

25:52 Effective Prenatal Policies

28:15 Government Support and Cultural Sovereignty

30:56 American Cultural Influence and National Pride

37:46 Innovative Storytelling and AI Integration

VIDEO SOURCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UQzHRhJuTvc&t=854s

https://youtu.be/UQzHRhJuTvc?si=rmdxOnci3DJD9Jn8

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Parenting a One-Child Family | Common Myths of One child Parenting Dr. Susan Newman’s Expert Tips

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Jul 27, 2024 #ParentingTips #ParentingAdvice #ParentingWisdom

Parenting an only child can be a rewarding experience, but it’s often clouded by misconceptions. From social development to emotional well-being, myths about single-child families persist. However, experts like Dr. Susan Newman, a renowned social psychologist, have debunked many of these myths and provided invaluable advice for parents of an only child.

One of the most common myths is that only children are lonely or socially disadvantaged. In reality, research shows that only children are just as social as those with siblings, often developing close friendships and strong relationships with their parents. Another misconception is that they grow up spoiled or selfish, yet studies reveal that only children tend to be more mature and independent, often excelling in school and leadership roles.

Dr. Susan Newman offers practical tips for couples raising an only child. She encourages parents to nurture their child’s independence while ensuring they have ample social interaction with peers. Dr. Newman emphasizes the importance of not overindulging your child out of guilt, as this can lead to unrealistic expectations in adulthood. Instead, she advises parents to set boundaries and encourage responsibility.

Moreover, she highlights the benefits of being a one-child family, such as the ability to invest more time, energy, and resources into your child’s development. She reassures parents that their child is likely to grow up well-adjusted, with a strong sense of self-worth.

By understanding these truths and following expert advice like Dr. Susan Newman’s, parents can confidently navigate the journey of raising an only child without succumbing to the myths.

This week on the Where Parents Talk TV host Lianne Castelino speaks to Dr. Susan Newman, social psychologist, contributor to Psychology Today, author, a mother of one, and previously a stepmother of four. Dr. Newman is a leading expert on parenting only children.

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Grandchildren race to hunt eggs on Good Friday. (Lovina's Amish Kitchen)

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https://blackforestproject421.blogspot.com/2025/10/lovina-eichers-amish-kitchen.html

KINDERWELT LINKS:

“The strength of a family, like the strength of an army, is in its loyalty to each other.” - Mario Puzo

JOHN TROYER MEMORIAL REPORT 2025

https://blackforestproject421.blogspot.com/2025/10/john-troyer-memorial-report-2025.html

“A father’s holy life is a rich legacy for his sons.” - Charles Spurgeon

JOHN TROYER MEMORIAL AWARD

https://blackforestproject421.blogspot.com/2025/07/john-troyer-memorial-award.html

The Hebrew phrase for "children are a joy" is "ילדים הם שמחה" (yeldim hem simcha). "ילדים" (yeldim) means "children", and "שמחה" (simcha) means "joy" or "gladness". Israel is the only OECD countries that have the highest fertility rate of 2.91 per woman.

https://blackforestproject421.blogspot.com/2024/12/israels-baby-boom-2024-children-are-joy.html

15 And he blessed Joseph and said, “The God before whom my fathers Abraham and Isaac walked, the God who has been my shepherd all my life long to this day,
16 the angel who has redeemed me from all evil, bless the boys; and in them let my name be carried on, and the name of my fathers Abraham and Isaac; and let them grow into a multitude in the midst of the earth.” - Genesis 48:15-16 (ESV)

ISRAEL’S CHILDREN WORLD: THE ULTRA-ORTHODOX JEWS ON THE RISE

https://blackforestproject421.blogspot.com/2025/06/israels-children-world-ultra-orthodox.html

“Our children are the only treasures we can take to heaven.”

AMISH BABY BOOM PART 1 – PROVERBS ABOUT CHILDREN

https://blackforestproject421.blogspot.com/2024/10/amish-baby-boom-part-1-proverbs-about.html

Who takes the child by the hand, takes the mother by the heart. – Danish Proverb

AMISH BABY BOOM PART 2 - CANADIAN AMISH ON THE RISE

https://blackforestproject421.blogspot.com/2025/07/amish-baby-boom-part-2-canadian-amish.html

¹¹And she vowed a vow and said, “O Lord of hosts, if you will indeed look on the affliction of your servant and remember me and not forget your servant, but will give to your servant a son, then I will give him to the Lord all the days of his life, and no razor shall touch his head.” – I Samuel 1:11 (ESV)

Our home joys are the most delightful earth affords, and the joy of parents in their children is the most holy joy of humanity. - Johann Heinrich Pestalozzi

https://blackforestproject421.blogspot.com/2025/05/2025-mothers-day-sermons.html

Honor the house in which you were born, the tree that gave you shade, and the village where you were raised. – Swedish Proverb

THE FAROE ISLANDS: CHILDREN’S WORLD IN EUROPE

https://blackforestproject421.blogspot.com/2024/07/the-faroe-islands-childrens-world-in.html

Children are a poor man’s wealth. – Danish Proverb

THE ADOPTED CHILDREN OF THE FAROE ISLANDS

https://blackforestproject421.blogspot.com/2024/07/the-adopted-children-of-faroe-islands.html