Tag: letting go
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Raising Teens: The Art of Letting Go
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent of two nearly 15-year-olds, I can confidently say that the journey of raising teenagers is nothing like what I envisioned during their childhood. I once heard the saying, “Little kids, little problems; big kids, big problems,” and I dismissed it as hyperbole. I longed for the days when I…
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I’ll Miss Her While She’s Away
Get Pregnant Fast “She gave us most of our lives” — The Beatles “She’s gone; I’d pay the devil to replace her” — Hall & Oates “Gone like a freight train” — Montgomery Gentry The girl has left the building. She’s off to college, settling into her new dorm room on the bustling 10th floor…
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In The Quiet Hours: A Reflection on Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast There were moments when waking you felt like a daunting task. I craved just a few more sips of my coffee, relishing the silence before the day began. Getting you to sleep was never a straightforward endeavor; it often took a carefully calculated series of pats on your diapered bottom, performed in…
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27 Reasons I’m Emotional After Dropping My Son Off at College
Get Pregnant Fast Letting go of your child as they embark on their college journey can stir a whirlwind of emotions. Here are 27 heartfelt reasons why this moment is so poignant for many parents: The tousled hair he had when waking up on the day of departure. How neatly all his belongings fit into…
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Why It Was All Worth It: The College Acceptance Letter
Get Pregnant Fast Yesterday marked a significant milestone in my life as a mother: my eldest son received his college acceptance letter. In the blink of an eye, I experienced a whirlwind of emotions: joy, excitement, concern, anticipation, relief, and gratitude. However, what struck me unexpectedly was the feeling of immense release. Standing alongside my…
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Eighteen Summers With Our Kids: A Reflection on Time Passing
Get Pregnant Fast When I first became a mother to my baby boy, I had a seasoned parent tell me, “You only get eighteen summers with your kids. After that, they’re off to chase their own dreams,” as she snapped her fingers and waved her hands in the air. I smiled and nodded, trying to…
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We Simply Can’t Carry It All: A Real Talk on Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast My kids and partner were already settled in the car, ready to head to the pep rally for my children’s swim team. I was determined to wait until the very last minute to take the food out of the oven. Like many other parents, I often bring snacks to keep our little…
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On the Cusp of Kindergarten: A Letter to My Little One
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Ethan, I can hardly believe we’ve reached this moment. As you sleep soundly, clutching your favorite stuffed animals and surrounded by a sea of toys and books, I can’t help but reflect on how quickly time has flown. You likely have a secret binky hidden away, just in case the nighttime…
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Three Insights Every Mom Holds Close
Get Pregnant Fast From my seat in the fifth row of the college auditorium, I witnessed a moment that tugged at my heart. As my daughter stepped forward with her fellow performers to deliver the breathtaking final chorus, something unusual caught my eye. Just beside her nose, her right cheek began to quiver ever so…