Tag: personal stories
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My Friends Bring Unexpected Joy to My Life
Get Pregnant Fast One of my favorite phrases from the people in my life is, “I’m sending you a picture.” Everyone hopes for friends who can lend a hand with childcare when necessary, share stylish outfits for special events, or provide comfort during challenging times. Throughout the years, I’ve made it a point to connect…
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“Wishing You Well”: A Columbine Survivor’s Compassionate Letter to the Shooter’s Mother
Get Pregnant Fast In a remarkable act of empathy, a survivor of the tragic Columbine High School shooting has reached out to the mother of one of the shooters. In April 1999, Jessica Thompson was left paralyzed from the waist down after being shot during the horrific events that unfolded at Columbine. Tragically, months later,…
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After Experiencing Online Harassment from Fellow Moms, Blogger Discovers ‘Parents Are the Real Issue’
Get Pregnant Fast In the vast realm of social media, it’s crucial to remember that there are real individuals behind the profiles we encounter. Many parents advocate for an end to the bullying their children face, yet they often engage in similar behaviors themselves. This glaring hypocrisy, particularly among mothers, is puzzling. What’s going on,…
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Why I Kept My Beloved Stuffed Snoopy
Get Pregnant Fast As I prepare to declutter our summer cabin ahead of the upcoming renters, I can’t help but reflect on the nostalgic items I’ve collected over the years. Our accountant chuckled when he discovered the cabin had been sitting unused. “Are you trying to be the Vanderbilts?” he joked. “It’s time to rent…