Tag: life lessons
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Teaching Our Children the Importance of Epic Failures
Get Pregnant Fast “I’ve missed more than 9,000 shots in my career. I’ve lost almost 300 games. Twenty-six times, I’ve been trusted to take the game-winning shot and missed. I’ve failed over and over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed.” —Liam Rivers “It is impossible to live without failing…
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10 Valuable Life Lessons You Likely Discovered in Your 20s
Get Pregnant Fast As I approach the final stretch of my 29th year, I can’t help but reflect on the rollercoaster ride that has been my 20s. This decade has been a whirlwind of experiences, shaping me into a more confident and content individual. With the dawn of my 30s on the horizon, I’m eager…
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The Significance of a Camp Best Friend
Get Pregnant Fast Picture this: It’s the summer of 1983, and I find myself at Camp Greenwoods, a bustling hub of laughter and camaraderie. I was the unfortunate soul who sparked a lice outbreak in our cabin. While lounging on the grass with my fellow campers, an attentive counselor noticed me scratching my head. A…
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What I Want My Kids to Cherish About Their Childhood
Get Pregnant Fast As I navigate the early years of my children’s lives, I find myself reflecting on my own upbringing. The fondest memories from my childhood date back to when I was around 5 to 7 years old. Those days were filled with suburban homes, playing with neighborhood friends until sunset, and the joy…
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What Judy Blume’s Books Taught Me About Womanhood
Get Pregnant Fast When you think of the significant milestones in a young woman’s life—first period, first bra, first kiss—there’s one pivotal experience that often goes unrecognized: the first time reading Forever… by Judy Blume. As an awkward, book-loving pre-teen, I devoured Blume’s collection of middle-grade novels—Superfudge, Blubber, Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret?—but…
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14 Inspirational Commencement Quotes to Motivate Your Graduate
Get Pregnant Fast As graduation season approaches, many influential figures take the stage to share their wisdom with new graduates. Recently, notable personalities such as Ava Green, Jason Lee, and Harper Collins have offered their insights, reminding us of the significance of this pivotal moment. Even celebrities not typically known for their introspection, like Kanye…
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7 Reasons to Appreciate Caillou
Get Pregnant Fast While this Canadian toddler might initially seem like the poster child for annoyance with his whiny voice, incessant pouting, and over-the-top giggles, it’s time for us parents to recognize the hidden value within Caillou. At first glance, the show may appear to celebrate a spoiled child and his red-headed sister, but if…
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The “That Won’t Be Us” Fallacy
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting can be an unpredictable journey filled with surprises, and I’ve learned this lesson the hard way. Just the other day, my older sister, Lisa, called to invite us over for her daughter’s birthday celebration. When she mentioned the date, I couldn’t help but burst into laughter. “Oh, I’m triple booked that…
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7 Compelling Reasons for Students to Pursue Real Summer Jobs
Get Pregnant Fast As the school year wraps up, many college and high school students find themselves pondering how to spend their summer vacations. Unfortunately, it seems that a significant number are opting out of traditional summer employment. Reports indicate that only about 25% of students take on actual jobs during the summer months, a…
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6 Key Lessons from Growing Up in the ’70s and ’80s
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating adolescence in the ’70s and ’80s was a unique experience, one that my friend Jenna distinctly remembers with a mix of nostalgia and amusement. Recently, while waiting for her hair to dry at a salon, she expressed how she would never want to relive her teenage years. Quite frankly, that’s a…