Tag: memories
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Family Honors Grandmother’s Life with a Stunning Display of Her Handmade Quilts
Get Pregnant Fast In a heartfelt tribute that beautifully encapsulates love and remembrance, a family in Upstate New York transformed their grandmother’s funeral into a tapestry of cherished memories by featuring over 100 of her handmade quilts. Margaret Greene, a beloved matriarch from Lakeview, passed away last week at the age of 84. Known for…
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Missing Mom: Four Years of Reflection
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: Aug. 3, 2016 Originally Published: Aug. 28, 2015 Today marks the fourth anniversary of my mother’s passing. It’s hard to believe that 1,460 days have gone by since she left this world. While I’ve learned to navigate my life without her—no longer bursting into tears while making beds, strolling through the…
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Finding Meaning Amidst the Madness
Get Pregnant Fast Time has this uncanny ability to fly by, even when some days drag on like an eternity. It’s not just the hustle of back-to-school routines or looming work deadlines, though those are certainly part of the chaos. It’s the little moments: the way Mia tosses her hair with a dramatic flair, her…
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Dear Daughters, Why I Blog…
Get Pregnant Fast My daughter, Luna, writes in her journal nearly every day. Her reflections are far more profound than what I jotted down at her age. I recently stumbled upon my third-grade diary, filled with entries like, “Dear Dairy, we had peas again for lunch,” or “Dear Dairy, Max likes me,” and “Dear Dairy,…
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The Time We Have With Our Children Is Never Enough
Get Pregnant Fast As I sat in a sweltering middle school cafeteria on a warm summer day, my son climbed into my lap. He wrapped his long arms around my neck and whispered, “Love you more, Mom.” In an instant, any irritation I felt disappeared. He squirmed, unable to remain still, and pretended to be…
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The Joy of Having a Sister
Get Pregnant Fast My sisters and I recently planned our first weekend getaway together, a long-awaited escape that took five months of coordination. With seven children among us, this time apart was essential. We spent the entire weekend chatting, our voices hoarse by Sunday afternoon. One topic that came up was the challenge of leaving…
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Reflections on 20 Years Since College Graduation
Get Pregnant Fast On my 20th birthday, I received a card from my younger brother that read, “Wow, I can’t believe you’re 20!” I was taken aback. Twenty felt monumental—a clear line marking the end of my teenage years and the commencement of adulthood. I was at that sweet spot where my age impressed others,…
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Navigating Father’s Day When Your Dad is Gone and You’re Facing Divorce
Get Pregnant Fast Father’s Day can be a challenging time, especially when you’ve lost your father and are also navigating a divorce. My father passed away in 2008, and my marriage unraveled in 2013. For those of us who have experienced these intertwined losses, it’s clear that one absence can magnify the other, leaving a…
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The Days of Babyhood Have Slipped Away
Get Pregnant Fast As I drove past the park, a fleeting moment caught my eye: a young mother maneuvering her double stroller along the busy street. Her baby was peacefully asleep, while her spirited toddler played in their seat. The woman, looking more like a carefree girl in her workout gear, slowed her pace momentarily…
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Don’t Overwhelm My Kids with More Toys: Here’s a Better Idea
Get Pregnant Fast I recently received yet another call from a family member inquiring about what toys my kids are currently interested in. After a moment of silence, I finally managed to respond, “Honestly, my kids don’t really play with toys.” Inside, I was panicking, pleading silently, “Please, for the love of all that is…