Tag: childhood memories

  • Cleaning Up My Tween’s Room: Deciding What’s Truly Special

    Get Pregnant Fast As my daughter Lily approaches her 11th birthday, we find ourselves in the midst of a room-cleaning adventure. She’s outgrown her once-beloved, pastel pink walls and has decided that princess decor is a thing of the past. The stuffed unicorn perched on her bed? It’s time for it to go. We’ve agreed…

  • 5 Things You’ll Relate to If You Grew Up in a Small Town

    Get Pregnant Fast Growing up in a quaint little town during the late 20th century comes with its own set of shared experiences. Life in a small town might seem simple, but its impact on who you are is profound. Even if you venture far and wide, those small-town roots will always remain. Here are…

  • Say What? Nostalgic Phrases from the ’80s

    Get Pregnant Fast Last week, while I was at the gym, a young guy complimented me on my “cakes.” Not being fully in-tune with today’s slang, I was torn between feeling flattered and slightly offended. After checking in with my friend’s teenage daughter, I learned that “cakes” refers to having a curvy backside. I never…

  • Why Sophie Wishes Her Brother Would Stay Small Forever

    Get Pregnant Fast There’s something undeniably adorable about little brothers—until they start tugging at your hair, rummaging through your belongings, and sneaking peeks at your journal. Sophie knows this all too well. As the older sibling, she finds herself caught in a whirlwind of emotions: the sweetness of childhood memories clashing with the reality of…

  • 7 Iconic ’80s Commercials That Gave Us Adulting Wisdom

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    Get Pregnant Fast Ah, the vibrant ’80s! A decade of neon colors, big hair, and unforgettable television commercials that not only entertained us but also imparted valuable life lessons about adulthood. While we often fast-forward through ads today, those snippets of creativity from the past shaped our understanding of life in ways we might not…

  • Capture the Everyday Moments

    Get Pregnant Fast As I strolled through the park today, I spotted you—an inviting day that practically called for a visit with your little one. You were both perched on the merry-go-round, not spinning but simply enjoying the moment. Your gaze drifted to your other child, swinging joyfully on the monkey bars, while you sat…

  • We Celebrate Christmas in a Big Way, and I Make No Apologies

    Get Pregnant Fast Last year, my cousin shared a photo on social media of the mountain of Christmas gifts that filled her living room. The reaction was instant, filled with comments like “Wow,” “Geez,” and even “Holy cow!” I get it; the sight was overwhelming. Even we looked at the pile and thought, “Did we…

  • 8 Iconic Fragrances Every ’80s Kid Adored

    Get Pregnant Fast In the vibrant decade of the ’80s, style wasn’t solely defined by the clothes we wore—think high-waisted jeans from Z. Cavs or Jordache—but also by the signature scents we rocked. Our fragrance choices were as revealing of our personalities as our crimped hair or beloved Trapper Keepers. We eagerly flipped through magazines,…

  • Fostering a Love for Baseball in Your Kids: Keep It Chill

    Get Pregnant Fast As I drove home from school one afternoon, my son piped up from the backseat, “Dad, baseball season is the best!” I kept my focus on the road, trying to maintain my composure, but inside, I was thrilled. I’ve never wanted to pressure my kids into loving baseball the way I do.…

  • 10 Classic ’80s Nonfiction Shows for Kids That Outshine Today’s Programming

    Get Pregnant Fast As summer approaches, many of us find ourselves flipping through channels only to encounter the same talent shows over and over again. While shows like America’s Got Talent may have their appeal, they rarely reach the educational heights of the nonfiction programming we enjoyed in our youth. Lately, I’ve been nostalgic for…

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