Tag: life lessons
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Lessons from My Mother on Overcoming Struggles and Getting Things Done
Get Pregnant Fast In 1987, my mother drove a rusty old Renault Encore, a car that could only be described as a clunker. It was small, unattractive, and perpetually breaking down. I was old enough to feel the weight of embarrassment, often insisting that my mother drop me off a block away from school, just…
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Naps Aren’t Your Enemy: Life Lessons Kids Should Know
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Kids, As parents, we often focus on teaching you essential safety lessons—like looking both ways before crossing the street or avoiding hot pans and strange animals. However, amidst all that, we sometimes forget to impart some equally important life lessons. While they might not seem as urgent, these insights are vital…
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10 Important Lessons I Want My 10-Year-Old Daughter to Learn
Get Pregnant Fast As my daughter Emma approaches her tenth birthday, I find myself reflecting on the essential lessons I wish to impart to her. This transitional age is filled with growth and discovery, and I want to ensure she carries these values with her as she navigates through life. Your Happiness Is Not Your…
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8 Valuable Life Lessons from ‘Little House on the Prairie’
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, I borrowed the complete Season 1 DVD set of the classic TV show Little House on the Prairie from a friend. My intention was to cozy up with my kids and introduce them to the simpler, albeit challenging, joys of life on the American frontier. In a world filled with fast-paced…
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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…