Tag: life lessons
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10 Essential Lessons I Want My 10-Year-Old Son to Embrace
Get Pregnant Fast As I sit down to pen these thoughts, I realize that my actions speak louder than my words. The values I’ve instilled over the past decade have shaped who you are, and I hope I’ve done an adequate job in guiding you. Here are ten important lessons I want you to carry…
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How Our Family Embraced a Year of Nomadic Living
Get Pregnant Fast Three years ago, when our children were aged 14, 11, and 5, we made a bold yet exhilarating decision. We decluttered our lives, selling off unnecessary possessions, packed only the essentials into our reliable Honda Pilot, stowed the rest in storage, and embarked on a year-long adventure on the road. Surprisingly, we…
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What I Discovered in My 24 Hours of Highlights
Get Pregnant Fast There were times when I couldn’t help but feel a pang of envy watching my friends effortlessly switch up their hairstyles, while I remained attached to my long, familiar locks. Over the years, my hair morphed into more than just a style; it became a part of my identity. My natural hair…
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5 Insights on Motherhood from ‘Steel Magnolias’
Get Pregnant Fast It’s hard to believe that it’s been over two decades since ‘Steel Magnolias’ graced our screens, leaving a lasting impact on many of us. The poignant tale of the women from Chinquapin Parish, particularly the bond between M’Lynn and her daughter Shelby, offers timeless lessons on motherhood that resonate even today. Here…
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Encouraging Your Teen to Work: 7 Valuable Lessons from Part-Time Jobs
Get Pregnant Fast As my daughter wrapped up her final semester of high school, after completing all her sports and volunteer commitments, I took a moment to have an important conversation with her. With a gentle yet firm look, I said, “It’s time to go get a job.” At first, she seemed surprised. After all,…
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Insights From a Mother Facing the End: What Truly Matters
Get Pregnant Fast At just 28 years old, my health has taken a severe downturn. My doctor has given me a grim prognosis: only a few months left. I’ve even made arrangements for my funeral, right down to the fragrance I plan to wear. When I first met my doctor, he lamented, “If only we…
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A Letter to Myself on the Brink of Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Me at 39 weeks and 5 days pregnant, I see you there, swaying in your glider, holding onto a plush pink bear, tears streaming down your cheeks as you let your emotions flow. You’re filled with excitement and fear, knowing that tomorrow you’ll finally meet your daughter. If only I could…
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The Farewell to My Beloved Yoga Pants
Get Pregnant Fast Let me share something a bit personal with you, something that has been weighing on my heart. I’ve just said goodbye to a piece of clothing that has been my steadfast companion for nearly nine years. This beloved item has been with me through the trials of three pregnancies and the sleepless…
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A Message to My Future Teenagers: Embrace the Value of Work
Get Pregnant Fast As I prepare for the thrilling journey of parenthood, I’ve decided that there’s one essential lesson I want my children to learn: they need to get summer jobs as teenagers. My kids are still quite young—just 7 and 4 years old—so their summers right now are filled with fun activities like cartwheeling,…
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The Piercing Revelation: A Cautionary Tale of Youthful Decisions
Get Pregnant Fast I was a rebellious teen, the kind of kid that parents warned each other about. To say I was ‘wild’ was a euphemism for being an outright disrespectful brat. When you’re that age, people tend to overlook your obnoxious behavior, attributing it to the immaturity of youth. Now that I’m on the…