In a groundbreaking new parenting trend that is shocking experts and social media influencers alike, Virginia McCullough has taken family bonding to a macabre level. The 36-year-old Essex resident has transformed her home into a chilling museum of family heritage—featuring her deceased parents as the centerpiece of her “Lifetime Family Exhibit: A Gruesome Tale of Love and Poison.” Prosecutors revealed that Virginia's approach to parenthood included some unique “extreme parenting” techniques, such as using poisoned drinks to facilitate a one-way ticket to eternal family time. In a masterclass of modern parenting, Virginia allegedly crushed prescription medications into her father John McCullough’s favorite cocktails, ensuring he never missed a “family outing.” Why let mere mortality get in the way of quality family bonding, right? In a bid to maintain their presence in her life, Virginia chose not to bury the past—quite literally. Instead, she kept the bodies of her mother, Lois McCullough, and father on permanent display, ensuring that family dinners had an unforgettable twist. “No more empty chairs at the dining table!” Virginia was quoted as saying while proudly showcasing her renovations. “No seating limits with the right preservation techniques!” Described as a “groundbreaking, if somewhat acidic, approach to family dynamics,” critics argue that the real horror lies within modern family expectations. Social media is buzzing with hashtags like #FamilyGoals and #MuseumOfMemories, as influencers clamor to capture the perfect selfie with Virginia’s chilling home decor. The court sentenced Virginia to life in prison, with a minimum term of 36 years. “It’s a real loss for the family-enthusiast community,” lamented one local influencer. “I mean, who wouldn’t want to have a family that literally never leaves the dinner table?” While some may view her actions as a little extreme, Virginia has undoubtedly made her mark in the annals of “how to keep your family close.” As the trial concludes and Virginia’s museum becomes an infamous part of local lore, one thing is clear: when it comes to family bonding, she’s managed to take it to a level that most would think twice about. Perhaps a little *too* close for comfort!