Tag: life lessons
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The Happiness Paradox: Embracing the Present Moment
Get Pregnant Fast When I was dating my now-husband, he was fond of a certain saying that, quite frankly, made my skin crawl. You’ve probably heard it too: “It is what it is.” On the surface, it seems harmless, but in reality, it’s a phrase that can dull any emotional response. Picture this: you accidentally…
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To My College Bound Son: A Parent’s Farewell as You Step into Adulthood
Get Pregnant Fast As the week approaches for us to send our 18-year-old son off to college, I find myself surrounded by a mountain of “Don’t Forget!” essentials piling up by the door. This serves as a poignant reminder that I have a limited time to wrap up a few last-minute parental duties before I…
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Teaching My Kids Life’s Unfairness: A Path to Empathy and Resilience
Get Pregnant Fast Fairness. It’s that sticky topic that seems to ignite every sibling squabble. As a parent, it’s exhausting to hear my children debate the concept of fairness at length. “She has more ice cream than I do! It’s not fair!” “He’s one millimeter closer to the couch’s center—how’s that fair?” “There’s a chance…
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20 Timeless Lessons My Father Shared With Me
Get Pregnant Fast Father’s Day is a mix of joy and nostalgia for me. It’s a time when I reflect on the thirty years without my dad, yet it’s also a day filled with laughter and new memories with my own children. I cherish the stories I share about their grandpa, especially his invaluable life…
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Even the Best Parents Face Major Failures
Get Pregnant Fast When life throws a curveball, our true selves often emerge, and if that’s the case, I’m floundering in this parenting journey. Just last Sunday morning, I stepped into the hallway only to find a puddle on our freshly refinished wood floors. A quick investigation revealed my son had an unfortunate run-in with…
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8 Essential Lessons Southern Girls Absorb from Their Mothers
Get Pregnant Fast The South is more than just a geographical area; it’s a rich tapestry of culture and traditions that are lovingly shared from one generation to the next. Here are some valuable lessons Southern girls learn from their mothers, often while still in their adorable smocked bloomers. Politeness is Paramount. It never ceases…
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20 Essential Life Lessons I Wish PBS Would Teach My Kids
Get Pregnant Fast My children are huge fans of PBS, soaking up fascinating facts like how an avalanche can reach speeds of up to 80 miles per hour, why the sky appears blue due to light frequencies filtering through the atmosphere, and even the simple equation of 4+3=7. Plus, they learn all the basics—colors, shapes,…
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15 Ways Our Children Outshine Us
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting | 15 Ways Our Children Outshine Us By Mia Thompson Updated: Dec. 29, 2023 Originally Published: Oct. 1, 2011 It’s astonishing how much wisdom our kids impart, often without even realizing it. Sure, they might make questionable decisions, like using an entire roll of toilet paper to create a runway for…
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How ’80s Films Can Guide Us in Parenting Our Teens and Tweens
Get Pregnant Fast As my kids have grown and we’ve finally bid farewell to those endless episodes of Caillou, my husband and I have embarked on a delightful journey of introducing our tweens to the cinematic treasures of the 1980s. These films transport me back to a time of oversized hair, layered socks, and countless…
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When Your Mother Isn’t Perfect: Finding Your Own Path
Parenting Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to motherhood, my own experience has been far from that of a picture-perfect family. My mother isn’t a bad person; she simply doesn’t fit the mold of idealized figures like Carol Brady or June Cleaver. Growing up, she seemed lost and overwhelmed, perhaps still is. She experimented with…