Tag: childhood memories
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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…
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When a Text Isn’t Enough: Call Your Mom
Get Pregnant Fast As I stepped into the salon for a haircut, a petite woman with a warm smile introduced herself. “I’m Clara,” she said, taking over from my previous stylist, who had moved away. I immediately felt a connection with Clara. She had a genuine presence about her. When she asked about my life,…
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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.…
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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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Navigating Motherhood: Embracing the Chaos of Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast Reflecting on my own childhood, I can’t help but wonder: did my parents truly have it all figured out? Was it (A) a blissful experience, (B) the result of some brain-numbing hair products I used, or (C) were they simply better equipped to handle parenting than I am? This thought struck me…
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4-Year-Old Honors Her Late Mother by Wearing Wedding Dress in Touching Photos
Get Pregnant Fast In a beautiful yet poignant gesture, a four-year-old girl named Mia Thompson from North Carolina donned her late mother’s wedding dress for a heartfelt photo shoot. This touching tribute was a wish her mother, Sarah Thompson, expressed before her passing. Sarah dreamt of seeing her daughter wear the stunning lace gown at…
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20 Aspects of the ’70s I’m Glad to Leave Behind
Tang. When it comes to orange beverages, I’ll take Cheetos over this powdered stuff any day. Wooden Clogs. Seriously, who thought walking on blocks of wood all day was a good idea? We aren’t in Amsterdam! Vicky from The Love Boat. She sailed the seas without a care in the world, while I was stuck…
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When Your Partner Announces a Trip to Disney World
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, the announcement of a family trip to Disney World—it’s a moment that can spark joy in some and dread in others. In this humorous exploration, we find ourselves alongside Sarah and her exuberant husband, Dave, who have plans for a magical getaway. Spoiler alert: Sarah isn’t exactly thrilled. Much like many…