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Dayle Haddon, a supermodel who graced countless magazine covers and appeared in popular TV shows and films, passed away at 76. Authorities report that she died on Friday in Solebury, Pennsylvania, due to an apparent carbon monoxide leak.
According to the Solebury Township Police Department, Dayle Haddon was found deceased on Friday morning in a second-floor bedroom of a detached office and in-law suite at a local residence. A 76-year-old man, Walter J. Blucas, was discovered unconscious nearby and is currently hospitalized in critical condition. Walter J. Blucas is the father of actor Marc Blucas.
Per the Police investigation “indicates a faulty flue and exhaust pipe on a gas heating system caused the carbon monoxide leak.”
“The officers and members of the Solebury Township Police Department wish to extend our sincere condolences to the Haddon and Blucas families,” the statement continued. “This tragic incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of carbon monoxide safety precautions in our homes.”
The residence where the incident occurred was owned by Dayle Haddon’s daughter, Ryan Haddon, and her husband, Hallmark actor Marc Blucas.
Haddon’s daughter Ryan Haddon posted a tribute to her mother on her Instagram account.
Dayle Haddon was a Canadian model, actress, and author who became an international icon of beauty and elegance. Born on May 26, 1948, in Montreal, Quebec, she began her career as a ballet dancer before transitioning to modeling, where she graced the covers of Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, and countless other leading magazines. Known for her timeless appeal, Haddon broke barriers by promoting beauty for women of all ages, serving as a spokesperson for major brands like L’Oréal and Estée Lauder.
In addition to her modeling career, Haddon made a mark in film and television during the 1970s and 1980s. She appeared in notable productions such as North Dallas Forty, Max Headroom, and The Hitchhiker, showcasing her talent as a versatile actress.
Later in life, Haddon authored several books, including The 5 Principles of Ageless Living, sharing her philosophy on beauty and wellness. She also became a UNICEF ambassador, dedicating her time to humanitarian efforts around the world.
According to the Solebury Township Police Department, Dayle Haddon was found deceased on Friday morning in a second-floor bedroom of a detached office and in-law suite at a local residence. A 76-year-old man, Walter J. Blucas, was discovered unconscious nearby and is currently hospitalized in critical condition. Walter J. Blucas is the father of actor Marc Blucas.
Per the Police investigation “indicates a faulty flue and exhaust pipe on a gas heating system caused the carbon monoxide leak.”
“The officers and members of the Solebury Township Police Department wish to extend our sincere condolences to the Haddon and Blucas families,” the statement continued. “This tragic incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of carbon monoxide safety precautions in our homes.”
The residence where the incident occurred was owned by Dayle Haddon’s daughter, Ryan Haddon, and her husband, Hallmark actor Marc Blucas.
Haddon’s daughter Ryan Haddon posted a tribute to her mother on her Instagram account.
Dayle Haddon was a Canadian model, actress, and author who became an international icon of beauty and elegance. Born on May 26, 1948, in Montreal, Quebec, she began her career as a ballet dancer before transitioning to modeling, where she graced the covers of Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, and countless other leading magazines. Known for her timeless appeal, Haddon broke barriers by promoting beauty for women of all ages, serving as a spokesperson for major brands like L’Oréal and Estée Lauder.
In addition to her modeling career, Haddon made a mark in film and television during the 1970s and 1980s. She appeared in notable productions such as North Dallas Forty, Max Headroom, and The Hitchhiker, showcasing her talent as a versatile actress.
Later in life, Haddon authored several books, including The 5 Principles of Ageless Living, sharing her philosophy on beauty and wellness. She also became a UNICEF ambassador, dedicating her time to humanitarian efforts around the world.
Reality TV mogul Kim Kardashian was recently spotted with a familiar face, igniting fan excitement. Known for her headline-making relationships, Kardashian has stirred speculation by stepping out with a prominent figure in Hollywood…
The 44-year-old reality TV star, who split with American footballer Odell Beckham Jr eight months back, has reportedly ‘started dating someone new’ and is ‘keeping it very under wraps’.
Kim, who has previously been fairly public with her relationships in the past including with the likes of ex-husband, Kanye West, Kris Humphries, and, more recently, Pete Davidson, is apparently now after something a little less high-profile.
The insider told us: “She’s said the next person she dates will be someone who isn’t famous.”
Following her split with Beckham Jr., the mother-of-four is reportedly now working towards accomplishing her many goals in both acting and law.
“Kim became way more involved in her company [Skims] and put a ton of effort into her recent launches,” the insider went on, adding that she became ’empowered’ by ‘staying single for so long’.
Fans were clearly baffled by the new reports, with one writing: “What do you mean she’s keeping it private?? Her whole life is literally on TV!”
A second then echoed: “If it’s being kept private, how come we know about it then? It can’t be that private.”
“Why not just go date someone and keep it private? We don’t need to know you want to keep it private,” piped up a third.
The outlet also said that Kim ‘plans on continuing to put her professional aspirations first’, with the insider noting: “Kim is planning to spend the next year focusing on preparing for the bar exam.”
They added that Kim is also ‘very excited’ for her new role in All’s Fair – an upcoming American legal drama series created by Ryan Murphy.
Set to premiere on Hulu, the series stars the likes of Glenn Close, Sarah Paulson, Naomi Watts, Niecy Nash, and Teyana Taylor alongside Kim.
The Kardashians star, who has previously worked with Ryan on the 12th series of American Horror Story: Delicate back in 2023, will star as the protagonist of All’s Fair, a divorce lawyer and owner of an all-female law firm.
And not only does Kim star in the upcoming series, but she’s also listed as an executive producer alongside Ryan and her momager, Kris Jenner.
“Kim’s having fun with her acting roles right now,” the insider also shared.
Tyla has reached out to Kim Kardashian’s representatives for comment.
The 44-year-old reality TV star, who split with American footballer Odell Beckham Jr eight months back, has reportedly ‘started dating someone new’ and is ‘keeping it very under wraps’.
Kim, who has previously been fairly public with her relationships in the past including with the likes of ex-husband, Kanye West, Kris Humphries, and, more recently, Pete Davidson, is apparently now after something a little less high-profile.
The insider told us: “She’s said the next person she dates will be someone who isn’t famous.”
Following her split with Beckham Jr., the mother-of-four is reportedly now working towards accomplishing her many goals in both acting and law.
“Kim became way more involved in her company [Skims] and put a ton of effort into her recent launches,” the insider went on, adding that she became ’empowered’ by ‘staying single for so long’.
Fans were clearly baffled by the new reports, with one writing: “What do you mean she’s keeping it private?? Her whole life is literally on TV!”
A second then echoed: “If it’s being kept private, how come we know about it then? It can’t be that private.”
“Why not just go date someone and keep it private? We don’t need to know you want to keep it private,” piped up a third.
The outlet also said that Kim ‘plans on continuing to put her professional aspirations first’, with the insider noting: “Kim is planning to spend the next year focusing on preparing for the bar exam.”
They added that Kim is also ‘very excited’ for her new role in All’s Fair – an upcoming American legal drama series created by Ryan Murphy.
Set to premiere on Hulu, the series stars the likes of Glenn Close, Sarah Paulson, Naomi Watts, Niecy Nash, and Teyana Taylor alongside Kim.
The Kardashians star, who has previously worked with Ryan on the 12th series of American Horror Story: Delicate back in 2023, will star as the protagonist of All’s Fair, a divorce lawyer and owner of an all-female law firm.
And not only does Kim star in the upcoming series, but she’s also listed as an executive producer alongside Ryan and her momager, Kris Jenner.
“Kim’s having fun with her acting roles right now,” the insider also shared.
Tyla has reached out to Kim Kardashian’s representatives for comment.
When a mother-in-law decides to spend spring with the family in the countryside, everything seems ordinary at first. But the dog’s strange behavior and a buried memory box in the garden reveal a hidden past no one had spoken of. Old photographs, a child’s dress, a broken doll, and a letter change everything. This is a story about unspoken pain, hidden love, and learning to accept. Sometimes the deepest bonds are concealed behind criticism. And when you finally understand why someone stayed silent for so long, something within you begins to change.🎁
Eric and I live in the countryside, far from the noise of the city and the rush of people. He works on the farm, and I handle the housework and tend to our little garden. We have a five-year-old daughter, Sophie, and a loving dog named Barks. Everything was simple and peaceful—until one day, Eric’s mother returned to our lives. 🏡
To be honest, our relationship wasn’t bad, just… cold. She never fully accepted me. Something was always wrong—my clothes, my way of raising our child. But I tried to ignore it. She had the right. She was a mother, too. Just a different kind of mother. ❄️
One day she called and said she wanted to spend the spring with us.
«I want to feel the countryside again. I’m tired of city walls,» she said. I sensed something was off. But Eric was happy, so I didn’t resist. 📞
She arrived. At first, everything seemed normal. But day by day, she started to interfere. That was expected. But something felt new—she was always by Sophie’s side, playing, telling stories, and when we were alone, the same old criticisms. Still, this time something was different. Her voice held sadness, a weariness I hadn’t noticed before. 😔
One evening, Sophie told me, «Grandma said that in her younger days, she dreamed of family differently. But life chose another path for her.» 🕯️
A week later, she left. I stood silently by the door. Barks, our dog, began acting strangely. He stood in a corner of the garden, growled, and dug into the earth. The next day—same spot. I couldn’t believe my eyes. I thought maybe he had buried a bone, but curiosity made me dig. I found a tightly wrapped black bag buried beneath the soil. 🐾
With trembling hands, I opened it, wondering what strange thing had been so carefully hidden. Inside—a box. In the box, an old child’s dress, a broken toy doll, a few photos, and a letter. 🎁
That letter changed everything. It was in my mother-in-law’s handwriting.
She wrote to Sophie:
«My dear little girl,
This box was never meant to be found. But if you ever see it, know that Grandma always thought of you. This doll was the symbol of my dreams—I never became the mother I wished to be. I’ve made many mistakes.
But when I saw you, my little Sophie, something in me began to beat again.
Forgive me if I couldn’t say it with words.
The photos—those scary ones—they were just worn with time, their faded edges giving that eerie impression. I had been afraid for nothing. 🖼️
This wasn’t something to run from in fear, but something I needed to read and accept deep within. For years, I saw her only as a critic. But reading that letter, I realized—she had been struggling too. Maybe she couldn’t love the way I needed, but she was trying in her own way. That box was a time capsule of her pain, her regrets, but also her love. 💔
That day, when I showed the letter to Eric, we both fell silent. He didn’t speak for a long time. Then, he gently took my hand.
«Maybe we should try again,» he said. 🤝
The next week, I called her—for the first time on my own. Not because I had to, but because I wanted to. 📱
We’ve never been perfect. But this story taught me that sometimes, what’s buried beneath the soil isn’t horror—it’s a heart that simply didn’t know how to show love. 🌱
And Barks… he always knows. Now he sits by our front door not to guard, but to rest. He knows too—our home feels a little more whole now. 🐶
A Lion Walked Into Their Yard and Approached Their Dog — What Happened Next Left Everyone Speechless
When a family in a rural neighborhood checked their home security cameras after hearing their dog barking frantically, they expected to see maybe a raccoon, a fox, or at most a wandering deer. What they didn’t expect was a full-grown lion calmly stepping through their yard gate like it owned the place.
The footage shows the lion padding slowly toward the family’s German Shepherd, its powerful frame moving with the kind of grace that makes your heart stop. The dog froze for a split second, clearly aware of the danger — and everyone watching the video was certain this was about to end badly.
But then, the unthinkable happened.
Instead of attacking, the lion lowered its massive head and gave the dog a gentle nudge. The German Shepherd wagged its tail cautiously — and within moments, the two were chasing each other around the yard like lifelong friends.
The video shows the lion rolling onto its back while the dog playfully pounces, the pair tumbling through the grass in what looks more like a scene from a Disney movie than real life.
Neighbors couldn’t believe it. “We thought we’d see a fight,” one said. “But they were literally playing tag!”
Wildlife experts say it’s rare but not impossible for lions, especially those raised around humans or rescued from captivity, to show social, playful behavior with dogs.
Still, for the homeowners — and now millions of viewers online — it’s a moment they’ll never forget.
One commenter summed it up best:
“We braced ourselves for a fight… but we witnessed the start of an unlikely friendship instead.”
In a video that has already sent shockwaves across social media, former U.S. President Donald Trump is seen furiously pointing his finger at tech billionaire Elon Musk during what appears to be a heated confrontation at a private event.
The clip, barely 12 seconds long, shows Trump standing, clearly agitated, while Musk remains seated. A professional lip reader has now analyzed the footage — and what Trump allegedly said is turning heads:
“You’re done! You don’t control this anymore!”
The internet is in meltdown, with users speculating what triggered the sudden outburst. Some believe it may be related to Trump’s recent frustrations with how X (formerly Twitter) is moderating political content, while others think it’s something far deeper and personal between the two giants.
What makes the moment even more intense is Trump’s unmistakable hand gesture — a firm, extended finger pointed directly at Musk’s face as his voice rises, clearly emotional.
Many are now calling this “the most uncomfortable billionaire moment of the year.” Neither Trump nor Musk has commented on the video — yet
Late night TV has hosted numerous unforgettable guests, each leaving their mark on viewers. From Raquel Welch’s charm to Drew Barrymore’s playfulness, these guests captivated audiences.
Elvis Presley’s energetic performance on The Tonight Show wowed fans, while Madonna’s flirtatious antics with Johnny Carson shocked viewers.
Michael Jackson’s candid interview with Oprah revealed his struggles and inspired millions.
Angelina Jolie opened up about her personal life and humanitarian work on David Letterman’s show, while Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith’s candid discussion about infidelity on Red Table Talk broke the internet.
Judy Garland, Donna Summer, and Dion Warwick showcased their talents and personalities, leaving lasting impressions.
Whitney Houston’s breathtaking performance on Jay Leno’s show highlighted her unmatched vocal prowess.
Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s entertaining appearance on James Corden’s show demonstrated his versatility beyond football.
Farah Fawcett’s controversial decision not to wear a bra on Johnny Carson’s show sparked headlines and showcased her confidence.
Each of these guests, from actors to musicians to athletes, has left an indelible imprint on late night TV history, whether through their talent, charisma, or controversial moments.
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Skydiving star Freddy Chase broke the sad news that his wife had died with a touching tribute.
For 28 years, Devrey Jane LaRiccia-Chase was killed in a terrible accident. Since then, Chase has spoken out about what happened before she died.
LaRiccia-Chase was a Californian skydiving instructor who worked full-time.
Her famous athlete husband, who is known for posting daredevil videos, finally spoke out about what happened on Instagram story.
“Hey everyone… He began, “I want to thank all of you for the love I’ve received over the past few days and know I will continue to receive for days to come because of this terrible event.”
After that, Chase talked about what happened right before she died.
“Devrey was as excited as ever to start working at Skydive Perris. On that beautiful day, she was a tandem instructor and did her last jump with a student. It was a normal day for her to skydive.
“Her canopy was turning on final to land safely on the grass, just like she has done hundreds of times before. There was no problem with the plane or anything else.
“She saw what we call “dust devils” in our business—tiny tornadoes that are dangerous in the sport.”
“At about 40ft devrey avoid one of them, but caught a second one, with dust devils going over grass they come invisible because you can’t see any dust in the direction there going.”
He said that the tragedy “threw her canopy into an uncontrollable spin.”
Chase said she was still alive but unconscious when she hit the ground.
Sadly, LaRiccia-Chase died at the hospital from her injuries.
Chase had posted a video of his late wife before he took it down, saying “that it was too close to her death.”
“I loved that perfect girl,” Chase said to end his speech.
Before telling everyone about his wife’s sad death, Chase wrote a heartbreaking tribute to her on Instagram.
“My soul, my love, my other half, my baby my ride or die, my everything, my wife…” Chase wrote about his wife who died.
“You were [too] perfect for this world and god just wanted to bring you home, you were an angel amongst us and just was called back to heaven.”
Chase told her how hard it had been for him to deal with her sudden death.
“Having to say goodbye to you for now will forever be the hardest thing I will ever do in my life,” he said.
“I love you so much my now and forever angel,” he said.
The late skydiving instructor got a lot of praise in the comments section of Chase’s post.
One person wrote, “I’m so sorry for your loss. This is heartbreaking.”
Someone else wrote, “She was the kind of light the world needs more of right now.”
“Really sad. Freddy, I love you.
Since then, Chase has put a lot of pictures and videos of his wife on his Instagram Stories.
After she died, her family set up a GoFundMe page.
“With heavy hearts, we share the sad news of the death of our beloved daughter and sister,” her family wrote on the page.
Tell them that her family needs help getting her body back to Maine, where she was born and raised.
As of Monday night, this page had raised more than $53,000.
The woman’s family wrote an update to thank everyone who had given money.
“We wanted to thank everyone who has donated thus far,” they said.
Many people who knew Devrey and people who only briefly met her have sent their love and support to her family.
As each moment goes by, we’re doing the best we can. “Blue skies and fly high.”
It was also known that LaRiccia-Chase loved going to raves and shared many photos and videos from these events.
CHASE’S WORK
Freddy Chase has more than 400,000 Instagram followers and over 2.5 million TikTok followers.
Posts of him falling backwards off of tall building ledges with his parachute have made him famous all over the world.
Chase has shown off his crazy jumps, including the one he did from 18,000 feet up.
That the content creator’s calm personality came from the hundreds of dives he had done.
“I don’t really get nervous anymore,” he told his fans in the past.
“I have over 800 skydives so it’s pretty relaxing for me now.”
For 28 years, Devrey Jane LaRiccia-Chase was killed in a terrible accident. Since then, Chase has spoken out about what happened before she died.
LaRiccia-Chase was a Californian skydiving instructor who worked full-time.
Her famous athlete husband, who is known for posting daredevil videos, finally spoke out about what happened on Instagram story.
“Hey everyone… He began, “I want to thank all of you for the love I’ve received over the past few days and know I will continue to receive for days to come because of this terrible event.”
After that, Chase talked about what happened right before she died.
“Devrey was as excited as ever to start working at Skydive Perris. On that beautiful day, she was a tandem instructor and did her last jump with a student. It was a normal day for her to skydive.
“Her canopy was turning on final to land safely on the grass, just like she has done hundreds of times before. There was no problem with the plane or anything else.
“She saw what we call “dust devils” in our business—tiny tornadoes that are dangerous in the sport.”
“At about 40ft devrey avoid one of them, but caught a second one, with dust devils going over grass they come invisible because you can’t see any dust in the direction there going.”
He said that the tragedy “threw her canopy into an uncontrollable spin.”
Chase said she was still alive but unconscious when she hit the ground.
Sadly, LaRiccia-Chase died at the hospital from her injuries.
Chase had posted a video of his late wife before he took it down, saying “that it was too close to her death.”
“I loved that perfect girl,” Chase said to end his speech.
Before telling everyone about his wife’s sad death, Chase wrote a heartbreaking tribute to her on Instagram.
“My soul, my love, my other half, my baby my ride or die, my everything, my wife…” Chase wrote about his wife who died.
“You were [too] perfect for this world and god just wanted to bring you home, you were an angel amongst us and just was called back to heaven.”
Chase told her how hard it had been for him to deal with her sudden death.
“Having to say goodbye to you for now will forever be the hardest thing I will ever do in my life,” he said.
“I love you so much my now and forever angel,” he said.
The late skydiving instructor got a lot of praise in the comments section of Chase’s post.
One person wrote, “I’m so sorry for your loss. This is heartbreaking.”
Someone else wrote, “She was the kind of light the world needs more of right now.”
“Really sad. Freddy, I love you.
Since then, Chase has put a lot of pictures and videos of his wife on his Instagram Stories.
After she died, her family set up a GoFundMe page.
“With heavy hearts, we share the sad news of the death of our beloved daughter and sister,” her family wrote on the page.
Tell them that her family needs help getting her body back to Maine, where she was born and raised.
As of Monday night, this page had raised more than $53,000.
The woman’s family wrote an update to thank everyone who had given money.
“We wanted to thank everyone who has donated thus far,” they said.
Many people who knew Devrey and people who only briefly met her have sent their love and support to her family.
As each moment goes by, we’re doing the best we can. “Blue skies and fly high.”
It was also known that LaRiccia-Chase loved going to raves and shared many photos and videos from these events.
CHASE’S WORK
Freddy Chase has more than 400,000 Instagram followers and over 2.5 million TikTok followers.
Posts of him falling backwards off of tall building ledges with his parachute have made him famous all over the world.
Chase has shown off his crazy jumps, including the one he did from 18,000 feet up.
That the content creator’s calm personality came from the hundreds of dives he had done.
“I don’t really get nervous anymore,” he told his fans in the past.
“I have over 800 skydives so it’s pretty relaxing for me now.”
These days, using someone’s preferred name and pronouns is the best way to demonstrate respect and acknowledgment of their identity, be they straight, gay, or transgender.
However, not everyone adheres to this practice, often clinging to outdated norms or disregarding individuals’ gender identities.
Bennett Kaspar-Williams, 37, from Los Angeles, welcomed their son Hudson into the world via cesarean in October 2020, with the support of their husband, Malik.
Despite Kaspar-Williams identifying as male and using he/him/his pronouns at the time (they now identify as non-binary and use both he/him/his and they/them pronouns) encountered challenges at the hospital when nurses repeatedly misgendered them, referring to them as a mother rather than a father, as per the Daily Mail.
Kaspar-Williams began his transition in 2014 after realizing he was transgender in 2011. The couple made the decision to start a family and carefully considered their options — knowing it would require Bennett to pause the testosterone therapy he had been on for years so his ovaries could resume functioning.
Although Bennett had undergone top surgery, he hadn’t had any procedures on his lower body. After thoughtful reflection, he felt at peace with the idea of carrying a child himself.
Once they began trying, Bennett became pregnant naturally not long after.
”We had only been trying a short while, so we expected the process to take longer than it did,” said Bennett.
Disheartened by medical staff
”This was just about a week before we went into lockdown here in March 2020, so my high spirits were pretty quickly replaced by anxiety around the pandemic and how I would keep myself and my baby safe.”
The journey of pregnancy and childbirth was simultaneously fulfilling and challenging for Kaspar-Williams, who found himself disheartened by medical staff assuming his gender and mislabeling him as a mother.
”The only thing that made me dysphoric about my pregnancy was the misgendering that happened to me when I was getting medical care for my pregnancy,” he said.
Although Kaspar-Williams specified their gender on medical forms, the nursing staff continued to misgender them during interactions. Following Hudson’s birth, Kaspar-Williams has actively advocated for the recognition that childbirth is no longer necessarily tied to gender identity.
Hard to escape
Expressing his distress over being consistently misgendered during childbirth, Kaspar-Williams highlighted the importance of disconnecting womanhood from motherhood. He shared his thoughts with the New York Post, commenting on the discomfort he felt when repeatedly addressed as “mom” despite marking “male” on medical paperwork.
”The business of pregnancy – and yes, I say business, because the entire institution of pregnancy care in America is centred around selling this concept of “motherhood” – is so intertwined with gender that it was hard to escape being misgendered,” Bennett says.
“No one can ever really know whether having children is possible until you try — being born with a uterus doesn’t make conceiving or carrying a certainty,” the father said of their parenthood journey.
“That’s why it’s so important that we stop defining ‘womanhood’ in terms of ‘motherhood,’ because it’s a false equivalency that all women can become mothers, that all mothers carry their children, or that all people who carry children are mothers.”
This sweet guy is 3 years old today! Malik Kaspar-Williams and I are so lucky to be his parents. 🫶🏼
Choosing to begin their pregnancy journey after separating bodily functions from gender notions, Kaspar-Williams’ story highlights the complexities of identity and the importance of respecting individuals’ self-identification.
What are your opinions on this story? Let us know in the comments!
However, not everyone adheres to this practice, often clinging to outdated norms or disregarding individuals’ gender identities.
Bennett Kaspar-Williams, 37, from Los Angeles, welcomed their son Hudson into the world via cesarean in October 2020, with the support of their husband, Malik.
Despite Kaspar-Williams identifying as male and using he/him/his pronouns at the time (they now identify as non-binary and use both he/him/his and they/them pronouns) encountered challenges at the hospital when nurses repeatedly misgendered them, referring to them as a mother rather than a father, as per the Daily Mail.
Kaspar-Williams began his transition in 2014 after realizing he was transgender in 2011. The couple made the decision to start a family and carefully considered their options — knowing it would require Bennett to pause the testosterone therapy he had been on for years so his ovaries could resume functioning.
Although Bennett had undergone top surgery, he hadn’t had any procedures on his lower body. After thoughtful reflection, he felt at peace with the idea of carrying a child himself.
Once they began trying, Bennett became pregnant naturally not long after.
”We had only been trying a short while, so we expected the process to take longer than it did,” said Bennett.
Disheartened by medical staff
”This was just about a week before we went into lockdown here in March 2020, so my high spirits were pretty quickly replaced by anxiety around the pandemic and how I would keep myself and my baby safe.”
The journey of pregnancy and childbirth was simultaneously fulfilling and challenging for Kaspar-Williams, who found himself disheartened by medical staff assuming his gender and mislabeling him as a mother.
”The only thing that made me dysphoric about my pregnancy was the misgendering that happened to me when I was getting medical care for my pregnancy,” he said.
Although Kaspar-Williams specified their gender on medical forms, the nursing staff continued to misgender them during interactions. Following Hudson’s birth, Kaspar-Williams has actively advocated for the recognition that childbirth is no longer necessarily tied to gender identity.
Hard to escape
Expressing his distress over being consistently misgendered during childbirth, Kaspar-Williams highlighted the importance of disconnecting womanhood from motherhood. He shared his thoughts with the New York Post, commenting on the discomfort he felt when repeatedly addressed as “mom” despite marking “male” on medical paperwork.
”The business of pregnancy – and yes, I say business, because the entire institution of pregnancy care in America is centred around selling this concept of “motherhood” – is so intertwined with gender that it was hard to escape being misgendered,” Bennett says.
“No one can ever really know whether having children is possible until you try — being born with a uterus doesn’t make conceiving or carrying a certainty,” the father said of their parenthood journey.
“That’s why it’s so important that we stop defining ‘womanhood’ in terms of ‘motherhood,’ because it’s a false equivalency that all women can become mothers, that all mothers carry their children, or that all people who carry children are mothers.”
This sweet guy is 3 years old today! Malik Kaspar-Williams and I are so lucky to be his parents. 🫶🏼
Choosing to begin their pregnancy journey after separating bodily functions from gender notions, Kaspar-Williams’ story highlights the complexities of identity and the importance of respecting individuals’ self-identification.
What are your opinions on this story? Let us know in the comments!
I pulled into the driveway and slammed on the brakes. My husband and his ex-wife were out there… digging up all the flowers I’d worked so hard to grow. I hadn’t even known Janet was coming over. Last I heard, they barely spoke. So why were they here together? And why in MY GARDEN!?
I flew out of the car, heart pounding, and ran straight toward them, demanding to know what the hell was going on. My husband froze, completely speechless. Then his ex turned to him, smirking like she had been waiting for this moment, and said loud enough for me to hear: “Oh, you DIDN’T TELL her? Love, she deserves to know WHAT WE HID.”
I swear, the world spun for a second. The shovel in my husband’s hands clanked to the ground. My eyes darted between them, waiting for someone to say something that made sense. Janet wiped her hands on her jeans, all calm and collected, while I was barely holding it together.
“I… I didn’t think we’d need to bring this up,” my husband—Rhett—mumbled. His voice cracked. “Not anymore.”
“Bring what up?” I snapped, my stomach tight.
Janet tilted her head toward the garden bed. “Look for yourself.”
I took a hesitant step closer. The hole they were digging was maybe two feet deep. And right at the bottom, I saw the corner of… a wooden box?
Rhett sighed, kneeling beside it. He gently pulled the box out, brushing off dirt. It wasn’t some old storage bin or forgotten time capsule. No. This thing looked… handmade. Weathered, but deliberate. And when he opened it, my heart dropped.
Inside were dozens of letters. Some were stained with time. Some newer. All of them addressed to a name I didn’t recognize—“Arlo.”
Janet spoke before Rhett could. “Arlo was our baby.”
Everything around me went quiet
“You had a kid?” I whispered, stepping back.
Rhett looked like he’d aged ten years in two minutes. “He was stillborn. Twelve years ago. We buried these letters… it was part of our way of saying goodbye. We’d write him, every now and then. Then we stopped. Life moved on. But I never stopped thinking about him.”
I stood there, wind knocked out of me. I wasn’t angry anymore—just… stunned.
“Why didn’t you ever tell me?”
He rubbed his forehead. “Because I didn’t want to bring that pain into this life. Our life. I thought I’d made peace with it. But a few weeks ago, I got a letter in the mail. No return address. Just a piece of paper that said, ‘Go back to the garden. The truth still grows there.’”
Janet added, “We thought maybe someone found the box, or… I don’t know. We just wanted to check it was still here.”
I looked down at the letters again. Dozens of them. Years of grief and love and memory, buried right under my rosebushes.
A wave of guilt hit me.
“I’m sorry,” I said softly. “I—I didn’t know.”
Rhett looked up, eyes full of something I hadn’t seen in a while—raw vulnerability. “I wanted to protect you from it. But maybe that was the wrong call.”
Janet nodded. “He never stopped loving you. That’s not what this is about. But grief doesn’t always stay buried just because we cover it.”
We sat on the back porch after that, quiet for a long time. I read a few of the letters. They weren’t dramatic. Just two parents writing to a child they never got to meet. Telling him about the seasons. About the dog they got once. About how they hoped he would’ve liked music.
And then, a small twist that hit me sideways.
One of the newer letters wasn’t written by either of them.
It was written by his mother—Rhett’s mom—who passed away two years ago.
“I found this one in her things,” Rhett said quietly. “I guess she never mailed it. So I buried it here last month. I guess… that’s what triggered everything.”
And just like that, it all made sense.
I thought that day would break something between us. But weirdly, it became the day that opened something instead. A door that had been shut tight for too long.
Over the next week, Rhett and I talked about Arlo—really talked. Janet even came over once more, this time with coffee and old photos. I realized I wasn’t in competition with her past. I was part of Rhett’s future. And part of healing is honoring what came before.
We ended up building a little wooden bench over that spot in the garden. Just something quiet and respectful. I even planted new roses nearby—blue ones. Rhett said Arlo was going to be named after the sky.
I flew out of the car, heart pounding, and ran straight toward them, demanding to know what the hell was going on. My husband froze, completely speechless. Then his ex turned to him, smirking like she had been waiting for this moment, and said loud enough for me to hear: “Oh, you DIDN’T TELL her? Love, she deserves to know WHAT WE HID.”
I swear, the world spun for a second. The shovel in my husband’s hands clanked to the ground. My eyes darted between them, waiting for someone to say something that made sense. Janet wiped her hands on her jeans, all calm and collected, while I was barely holding it together.
“I… I didn’t think we’d need to bring this up,” my husband—Rhett—mumbled. His voice cracked. “Not anymore.”
“Bring what up?” I snapped, my stomach tight.
Janet tilted her head toward the garden bed. “Look for yourself.”
I took a hesitant step closer. The hole they were digging was maybe two feet deep. And right at the bottom, I saw the corner of… a wooden box?
Rhett sighed, kneeling beside it. He gently pulled the box out, brushing off dirt. It wasn’t some old storage bin or forgotten time capsule. No. This thing looked… handmade. Weathered, but deliberate. And when he opened it, my heart dropped.
Inside were dozens of letters. Some were stained with time. Some newer. All of them addressed to a name I didn’t recognize—“Arlo.”
Janet spoke before Rhett could. “Arlo was our baby.”
Everything around me went quiet
“You had a kid?” I whispered, stepping back.
Rhett looked like he’d aged ten years in two minutes. “He was stillborn. Twelve years ago. We buried these letters… it was part of our way of saying goodbye. We’d write him, every now and then. Then we stopped. Life moved on. But I never stopped thinking about him.”
I stood there, wind knocked out of me. I wasn’t angry anymore—just… stunned.
“Why didn’t you ever tell me?”
He rubbed his forehead. “Because I didn’t want to bring that pain into this life. Our life. I thought I’d made peace with it. But a few weeks ago, I got a letter in the mail. No return address. Just a piece of paper that said, ‘Go back to the garden. The truth still grows there.’”
Janet added, “We thought maybe someone found the box, or… I don’t know. We just wanted to check it was still here.”
I looked down at the letters again. Dozens of them. Years of grief and love and memory, buried right under my rosebushes.
A wave of guilt hit me.
“I’m sorry,” I said softly. “I—I didn’t know.”
Rhett looked up, eyes full of something I hadn’t seen in a while—raw vulnerability. “I wanted to protect you from it. But maybe that was the wrong call.”
Janet nodded. “He never stopped loving you. That’s not what this is about. But grief doesn’t always stay buried just because we cover it.”
We sat on the back porch after that, quiet for a long time. I read a few of the letters. They weren’t dramatic. Just two parents writing to a child they never got to meet. Telling him about the seasons. About the dog they got once. About how they hoped he would’ve liked music.
And then, a small twist that hit me sideways.
One of the newer letters wasn’t written by either of them.
It was written by his mother—Rhett’s mom—who passed away two years ago.
“I found this one in her things,” Rhett said quietly. “I guess she never mailed it. So I buried it here last month. I guess… that’s what triggered everything.”
And just like that, it all made sense.
I thought that day would break something between us. But weirdly, it became the day that opened something instead. A door that had been shut tight for too long.
Over the next week, Rhett and I talked about Arlo—really talked. Janet even came over once more, this time with coffee and old photos. I realized I wasn’t in competition with her past. I was part of Rhett’s future. And part of healing is honoring what came before.
We ended up building a little wooden bench over that spot in the garden. Just something quiet and respectful. I even planted new roses nearby—blue ones. Rhett said Arlo was going to be named after the sky.
Every night, strange sounds echoed from the walls of our home. At first, we thought it was just our imagination, but when the noises grew louder and more persistent, the family decided to investigate. What they found inside was simply unexpected.
A small discovery turned into a great mystery, revealing a secret hidden for years that completely changed the story of the house and the lives of its inhabitants. 🏠
Years ago, in a small town in France, everyone knew the name Marie-Claude Adam. The press called her “Mama Baby-Boom,” and magazines featured photos of her newborns on their front pages. But this story is more than just breaking records. It’s the story of a woman’s life—full of love, dedication, and quiet lessons. 💕
Marie-Claude was barely 19 when she met Daniel Adam. He was older, experienced, and established. Their age difference was significant, but somehow everything fell into place. They loved each other without measure or limit. And that was the beginning of their story. ❤️
It was Marie-Claude’s first pregnancy when they learned she was not carrying one child, nor two. Doctors could hardly believe their eyes—the ultrasound revealed six heartbeats. Six tiny lives, one after another. Naturally, it was frightening. But their family chose to believe not fear, but hope. 🤰
At 32 weeks, after an emergency cesarean, six tiny babies were born—four girls and two boys. At first, they were about the size of a whole sack, all placed in incubators. But this family didn’t give up. Marie-Claude didn’t sleep nights and forgot about herself. She lived through her children’s every breath. 🌙
The house turned into a nursery. Toys, bottles, diapers, children’s laughter filled every corner. But with it came warmth. People wondered, “How do they manage?” And Marie-Claude and Daniel always replied with a smile: “Love is always enough.” 🍼
The children grew with their own personalities and passions. One girl loved music, another books; one boy studied programming, another was passionate about sports. But no matter what, they were always together. Of course, fights happened, but the foundation of love meant every quarrel ended in a hug. 🤗
After finishing school, a new chapter began. Each went their own way—different universities, different cities. Suddenly, the house was silent. Marie-Claude and Daniel were left alone—two people who had spent years caring nonstop, now strangers again. 😔
Let’s be honest—life doesn’t always keep things the same. Time changed them too. This new phase, without the children, was harder than expected. Over time, they separated—not out of hatred, but understanding that their paths had grown apart. Yet, they will always be the co-authors of these six lives. 🌟
Today, Marie-Claude is retired. She worked many years in a school with children, as always. Now, she is home, calm and content. She is not only a mother but a grandmother. Daniel is also retired, living in another city, peaceful and proud that he once had a family whose story is told in books. 👵👴
And what about the six siblings? They are adults now. Living their own lives, with families, and sometimes with longing. Three times a year, they all gather—September for their father’s birthday, November for their mother’s, and December for Christmas. But sometimes, one or two can’t come. One is traveling, another at the hospital with a child. There are sometimes empty seats at the table, but never an empty heart. 🎄
This story can’t be measured in numbers. It’s not about six children but about how those six lived. How their mother gave up her dreams so love could be their foundation. How their father worked day and night to keep the house full. How the children learned to be a whole, even with different personalities. 🌈
This is a story about how you can be the richest person—even without millions. If you have people you love, who wake you up in the morning, who make you proud—that means you have the most important thing. 💖
Remember, no family is ever perfect. But if love is the leading force, every chaos becomes just part of the plan—not a barrier. And Marie-Claude proves exactly that. 💪
In one word, this whole story can be summed up as: “Motherhood.” 🌸