There are bits of family which defy description. I do not mean that metaphorically. They know you are trying and they will resist.
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Valence

/vāˈləns/ va·lence

Our house lies flat, walls fallen, roof blown away. From the cracks scamper guinea pigs and poodles shaking off dirt and mold. Our station wagon’s been packed and waiting for over 20 years.