Tag: life lessons
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10 Essential Lessons I Want My Sons to Understand
Get Pregnant Fast When I became a mother to two amazing boys, I immediately knew how I wanted to guide them through life. Having faced my share of difficult people, I also understood what I definitely didn’t want in their upbringing. While they may occasionally act out, I’m committed to instilling valuable lessons to help…
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14 Things I No Longer Care About As I Get Older
Get Pregnant Fast As I navigate through the years, I’ve realized that what truly matters has become strikingly clear. The minutiae that once seemed significant? They can take a backseat. With each tick of the clock, I understand that life is too short for unnecessary drama and negativity. I’m shedding the things that weigh me…
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How ‘80s Sitcoms Shaped My Approach to Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast My 6-year-old often claims his favorite show is Teen Titans Go!, but the truth is, it’s really Diff’rent Strokes. The sitcoms from my own childhood have surprisingly become a unique bonding experience during our screen time together. My son knows that if he plays his cards right, we might have a Diff’rent…
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6 Ways My Flaws Prepared Me for Parenthood
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: Aug. 21, 2023 Originally Published: April 26, 2010 Every experienced parent will tell you that there’s no true way to get ready for the journey of parenthood. You can dive into all the parenting books and engage in every forum online, but none of that truly equips you for the chaos…
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This Is It: Embracing Adulthood
Get Pregnant Fast I celebrated my 37th birthday this past January, a milestone that has made me reflect on my own journey into adulthood. I can vividly recall the image of my mother at this very age. We were strolling down the street, her pushing my younger sister in a stroller while I trailed behind.…
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Navigating My Son’s Heartbreak After Defeat
Get Pregnant Fast I often find myself pondering the intricate and perplexing nature of memory, realizing that it’s often those fleeting moments that leave the most lasting impressions. Yet, there are experiences that announce their significance loudly while still unfolding before me. One such experience was my son Jake’s championship hockey finals. His team made…
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How I Cultivate a Life of Gratitude
Get Pregnant Fast Have you ever taken a moment to reflect on your regrets? You know, those instances when you wish you’d spoken up or acted differently? It’s easy to get lost in the past, especially if you’ve faced challenges like I have. My childhood was a tumultuous one, marked by trauma and hardship that…
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10 Classic Films Every ’80s Kid Wants Their Children to Experience
Get Pregnant Fast As I approach my 40s, I often find myself reflecting on the comforting influences of my youth, particularly the TV shows and films that shaped my formative years in the ’80s and early ’90s. Growing up, I was immersed in classics like Sesame Street and The Electric Company, and I spent countless…
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The Gap’s Footwear Fiasco & Other Life Lessons by 40
Get Pregnant Fast The years may stretch out, but the time flies by, especially when you’re stuck in a doctor’s waiting room with kids—it can feel like an eternity! Here are some valuable insights I’ve gathered by the time I hit 40. Letting kids help with chores is a brilliant move. They learn responsibility and…
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Lessons in Friendship: Insights from Life’s Journey
Get Pregnant Fast I first forged a genuine friendship when I was just three years old, following my family’s move from Philadelphia to the tranquil hills of Pennsylvania’s Appalachian Mountains. One of my earliest memories is of sprinting down our long, dusty driveway to meet my new friend, Sarah. She was a year older and…