Tag: relationships
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What Every Mother Cherishes About Her Son
Get Pregnant Fast “To a mother, her son is never truly an adult; he only becomes one when he recognizes this about his mother.” —unknown The change started gradually, an unsettling shift in the bond we shared. It was painful to feel those once strong ties stretch and begin to fray. Then, all at once,…
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10 Eye-Opening Truths About Motherhood I’ve Learned
Get Pregnant Fast Before becoming a mother, I was convinced I had it all figured out. I was that confident friend, sure that I knew the ins and outs of parenting. Spoiler alert: I was wrong. As I navigate through the unpredictable journey of motherhood, I’m continuously learning. Here are ten truths I’ve come to…
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There’s No Such Thing as a ‘Lucky’ Divorce
Get Pregnant Fast From the very beginning, my partner and I envisioned a life filled with children. It was a given; a resounding “yes” whenever someone asked about our future family. Having kids was one of the cornerstones of our marriage—our shared dreams of parenting, discipline, and values were the glue that bound us together.…
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The Transformative Power of Forgiveness and Humility in My Marriage
Get Pregnant Fast When a marriage starts to unravel, hidden wounds from the past often resurface with a painful intensity. Old grievances can sting just as much as fresh ones, and accusations of betrayal, dishonesty, and indifference can quickly spiral out of control. I found myself entrenched in this turmoil, stubbornly holding onto my belief…
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Sleep as the Currency of Marriage
Get Pregnant Fast It was 2 p.m. on a Saturday when Sarah walked in on me napping, even though I was supposed to be tackling the laundry pile. “What in the world?” she exclaimed. “Why do you get to nap?” “I’m not napping,” I replied, my face buried in the pillow. “I just… fell over…
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The Impact of Sincere Gratitude in My Marriage
Get Pregnant Fast March 8, 2023 Navigating the journey of parenthood has proven to be quite challenging for my marriage. I’m sure I’m not alone in feeling this way, right? Everyone warns you that having a baby will change your life, and they are absolutely correct. However, no one prepared me for the moments when…
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12 Essential Insights I’ve Gained About 12-Year-Old Boys
Get Pregnant Fast As my son recently celebrated his 12th birthday, I invited six of his friends over for a sleepover. It was an eye-opening experience, and I gathered some fascinating observations about this unique age group: Girls? What Girls? These boys hardly mention girls. It’s like they have a secret code for discussing them,…
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To the Mother-in-Law I Will Never Know
Get Pregnant Fast By: Mia Thompson Updated: Aug. 10, 2023 Originally Published: Aug. 10, 2023 Everywhere I look, it seems there are jokes and complaints about mothers-in-law. I might chuckle or nod in sympathy, yet discussions about this topic often leave me feeling uneasy, flooded with a mix of emotions. You were taken from us…
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Random Imperfect Wisdom for My Daughters in the Event of My Untimely Passing
Get Pregnant Fast Last night, I settled into a warm bath, ready to relax with a cold beer and a glossy magazine (don’t judge me). Just as I began to unwind, a peculiar little figure latched onto my thigh. “Who are you, mysterious rubbery creature? A souvenir from a fast-food meal? A bizarre toy from…