Tag: friendships
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When Friendships Fall Short of Expectations Yet Still Bring Abundance
Get Pregnant Fast Today, I found myself in tears—unexpectedly, yet somehow, it made perfect sense. I had been reflecting on an essay about friendship, and with each word I read, emotions began to swell within me. Eventually, I had to stop reading, bury my face in my hands, and let the tears flow. Life can…
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Navigating Adult Friendships: A Grown-Up Perspective
Get Pregnant Fast This afternoon, instead of tackling my writing tasks, I found myself immersed in a nostalgic moment of television procrastination. After channel surfing for a bit, I settled on Stand By Me—a childhood classic that still resonates with me today. As the film concluded, the narrator poignantly muses, “I never had any friends…
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Mom-Friend Deal Breakers I Won’t Apologize For
Get Pregnant Fast Making friends as a mom is shockingly similar to dating. You start with small talk, gauge the chemistry, and sometimes exchange contact info. There are playdates that feel promising, but then you might not hear from them again. Or, I might go radio silent myself. At 32, married with two little ones,…
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Friends of Their Own: Navigating the New Friendship Landscape
Get Pregnant Fast As my children grow older, I find myself increasingly nostalgic for the days when I had complete control over their friendships. Remember those early years when I could handpick their playmates? Those were the days! The stroller I once cursed now seems like a cherished accessory for family outings, and those stacks…
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Reflections on Turning 49
Get Pregnant Fast Yesterday marked my 49th birthday, and it got me thinking about the life lessons I’ve gathered over the years. Reflecting on my journey from being a 29-year-old newlywed with a small child, I couldn’t have predicted the twists and turns that would shape my life. Fast forward two decades, and here I…
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Why I Choose to Maintain Connections with My Ex-Boyfriends
Get Pregnant Fast There’s a common belief that once a relationship ends, all ties should be severed. To some, the idea of dining with an ex a decade later is utterly baffling. However, I stand firmly against that notion. During my single years, I dated extensively. I wasn’t particularly interested in blind dates until a…
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5 Insights Your Child-Free Friends Wish You Knew About Our Lives
Get Pregnant Fast Hey there, Moms and Dads! First off, I want to say how much I adore you and your little ones. Being an aunt to your kids is usually a fantastic experience, but sometimes it seems like you forget that I’m not navigating the same parenting journey. I get it—it’s that thing you…