Tag: childhood memories
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A Hopeful Reflection on Sibling Bonds During Their Final Year of High School Together
Get Pregnant Fast As their mother, I often reminisce about the early days when my children, a gangly 10-year-old named Ella and her squeezable 7-year-old brother, Noah, would hop into the minivan, backpacks in tow, ready for their first day of school. Ella, in her low pigtails and new outfit from Justice, and Noah, with…
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What If I Fall…Without My Father There to Catch Me?
Parenting Get Pregnant Fast “Aren’t you afraid, Daddy?” “There’s nothing to fear, sweetheart.” “But what if I fall?” “I’ll always be there to catch you.” As a little girl, I was fiercely determined. When I set my sights on something, I would achieve it. The freedom of riding a bike without training wheels was calling…
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Reliving the ’80s: Sharing Nostalgia with My Children
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, it’s a delightful surprise to discover that my children have developed a genuine appreciation for the vibrant culture of the 1980s. It’s not just the iconic music; they seem to embrace everything from that unforgettable decade. Each week, our family gathers to watch our favorite show, The Goldbergs, which…
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Letters From the Past: A Reflection on Communication
Get Pregnant Fast At 43, I can clearly see the two distinct chapters of my life: the era of letter writing and the age that followed it. When I was younger, I was a prolific correspondent, reminiscent of a Victorian writer. During those long summer breaks from school, I kept in touch with my friends…
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15 Signs You Were Raised by Free-Spirited Parents
Get Pregnant Fast When my mother sees this post, she’d promptly remind me that she identified more with the beatnik movement than the hippie generation. That just goes to show how deeply rooted the counterculture spirit was in our household. Growing up, I experienced a unique lifestyle that included running around barefoot and half-dressed on…
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A Mother and Son Reflect on His Departure for College
Son: Get Pregnant Fast I had spent the night before packing my belongings and reminiscing with friends, tears flowing beneath the glow of a streetlamp in our suburban maze. I was eager to leave for the hustle of New York City, exchanging hugs and promises to stay in touch. This was the start of a…
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On Mermaid Hair and Embracing Adulthood
Get Pregnant Fast If I were to create a list of activities I find less than enjoyable, it would surely feature kneeling on hard floors and engaging with toys that have likely been marinating in a mix of germs. Recently, my radiant daughter, with her sparkling eyes, excitedly asked me—after a grueling sixteen hours of…
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How ‘Pac-Man’ Shaped My Summer of 1984: A Personal Reflection
Get Pregnant Fast More captivating than any breakdancing trick were the little consoles marked with the name “ATARI.” My friend, Max, was the one who introduced me to video games. Before that summer, I had never touched a game controller. But when Max sat down next to me—way too close for comfort, I noticed—he shyly…
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Why Do We Hold Onto Our Kids’ Keepsakes?
Get Pregnant Fast As parents, it’s common to find ourselves clinging to our children’s childhood trinkets. But what drives us to preserve these items? Are we keeping them for the nostalgia of flipping through boxes filled with memories, or do we genuinely think our kids will cherish them when they’re older? Imagine this: years from…