Tag: patience
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4 Insights Gained Through Adoption
Get Pregnant Fast By: Sarah Thompson Updated: July 20, 2020 Originally Published: November 25, 2015 When adoption is discussed on social media, you often encounter phrases like “born in my heart, not under it,” along with sentiments about being “chosen” or “blessed.” However, if you look deeper, you’ll find a complex tapestry of emotions, including…
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5 Reasons to Appreciate Our Toddlers
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, I can hardly remember the last time I slept in past 6:30 a.m. or indulged in a movie theater experience. My days are filled with changing diapers — and let’s not even talk about the dinner battles. Yet, amid the chaos, I find myself cherishing every moment with my…
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The Waiting Game: Lessons from a Package Delay
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, a package destined for my 13-year-old son arrived earlier than I anticipated. I thought it wouldn’t show up until Monday, but he was eagerly counting down the hours until 8 p.m. on Sunday, as promised by the tracking information. When I informed him that it was being shipped via USPS, which…
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A Mother’s Prayer: Please Don’t Let Me Mess This Up
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Higher Power, Cosmic Force, or any benevolent entity up there who might actually be tuning in, unlike my kids: I find myself on my knees, seeking your guidance in this challenging journey of motherhood. Yes, I might be simultaneously scrubbing dried oatmeal from the carpet, but don’t confuse my multitasking for…
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A Prayer for My Daily Commute
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Lord, I’m really going to need your guidance on my drive today. The baby was up nursing at 4:00 a.m., and without some much-needed coffee, my vision is a bit blurred. Speaking of coffee, could you please work some magic and make the Starbucks drive-thru line shorter? It would be wonderful…
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15 Slow Things That Are Quicker Than My Toddler
Get Pregnant Fast Yesterday morning, I found myself watching my 2-year-old, Mia, struggle to put on her sock for nearly ten minutes. She managed to trap the edge between her last two toes, and every time I offered assistance, she adamantly declared, “I can do it!” in that stubborn toddler fashion. With her brow furrowed…
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How My Father Instilled in Me the Lesson of “Better Late Than Never”
Get Pregnant Fast My father had a notorious reputation for being late. He would visit us twice a year—once in the spring and again during the Christmas holidays. Each time, he kept us waiting, and with my youthful impatience, I found myself pressed against the glass of our modest storm door, scanning the road for…
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Navigating the Waiting Game of Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast Since stepping into the world of motherhood six months ago, I’ve come to understand that waiting is an intrinsic part of this journey. Patience has never been my strong suit, but motherhood has certainly pushed me to trust in a higher plan. From the nine-month wait of pregnancy to the continual moments…
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How I Realized My Husband Truly Loves Me
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: April 4, 2023 Originally Published: October 10, 2012 Once upon a time, I was the epitome of allure. But before you roll your eyes, this isn’t a tale of a middle-aged woman lamenting her faded looks. My past beauty is merely a backdrop for what I genuinely want to discuss: my…
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Why I Don’t Regret the Days I Lose My Cool
Get Pregnant Fast It’s no secret that parenting can be exhausting. There are days when I feel like I’ve pushed my kids too hard, straddling the line between helping them wind down and sending them over the edge. Long walks, holiday excitement, and the chaos of a birthday celebration can leave everyone feeling drained. Add…