Tag: memories
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Final Message to My Mother
Get Pregnant Fast This post is dedicated to you, my beloved mom. You always inspired me to put pen to paper. As a child, I would share my imaginative and intricate dreams with you over breakfast, and you would say, “You really should write these down, Jennifer.” You gifted me a journal when I danced…
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Reflections of Life in a Mother’s Hands
Get Pregnant Fast I recently stumbled upon an old photograph of my grandmother’s hands nestled in a family album. Her hands bore the marks of a lifetime—weathered, tanned, and beautifully wrinkled. The knuckle on her ring finger seemed to have outgrown the emerald she wore, evoking thoughts of the years she cherished it, perhaps unable…
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How to Cultivate 40 Years of Incredible Friendships
Get Pregnant Fast By: Lisa Thompson Updated: Jan. 23, 2016 Originally Published: Sep. 29, 2015 Reflecting on my childhood, I never imagined that playing tag or picking teams for dodgeball would lead me to forge lifelong connections with three amazing women. Sometimes I ponder how we’ve managed to put up with each other for so…
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How a Punishment from Christmas 1983 Became Our Cherished Family Tradition
Get Pregnant Fast Every parent reaches a breaking point at some stage. It often leads to a bold declaration or a drastic measure, eliciting the exact response they sought. That’s precisely what transpired during Christmas in 1983. My five siblings and I had no inkling that we were about to encounter our mother’s version of…
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The Experience of Being Married to a Stay-at-Home Dad
Get Pregnant Fast My husband has taken on the role of a stay-at-home dad, a new and likely temporary shift in our family dynamic. After retiring from the military, he’s enjoying a break before stepping into the civilian workforce. While I manage my freelance work and provide for our family, he handles the daily tasks…
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10 Reasons Why Grandparents Are Superior to Parents
Get Pregnant Fast Growing up without close grandparents, I missed out on the incredible joy that comes from that unique bond. My kids, however, are fortunate to have amazing grandparents in their lives, and I can’t help but envy their experiences. Imagine having someone who believes everything you do is brilliant and exists solely to…
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All I Want Is To Hold Onto Time With My Child
Get Pregnant Fast As a mother, the journey of parenthood can feel like a whirlwind of emotions and experiences that simultaneously uplift and weigh you down. The ten months of pregnancy were not just a physical transformation; they were also a mental challenge filled with endless worries about my ability to be a good parent.…
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What I Want My Kids to Cherish About Their Childhood
Get Pregnant Fast As I navigate the early years of my children’s lives, I find myself reflecting on my own upbringing. The fondest memories from my childhood date back to when I was around 5 to 7 years old. Those days were filled with suburban homes, playing with neighborhood friends until sunset, and the joy…
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How Long Is Three Years?
Get Pregnant Fast Three years ago today, I lost my mother, and ever since, I’ve reflected on the passage of time as I mark this anniversary. While it often seems like daily life rushes by unnoticed, mothers have a unique ability to perceive the changes that come with time. Moms recognize the subtle shifts when…
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Navigating Grief After the Loss of a Child: A Journey Through Time
Get Pregnant Fast As parents grappling with the unimaginable pain of losing a child, we find ourselves in a world that has shifted dramatically. We experience deeper sorrow, a profound longing for the moments that will never be ours again. Yet, we also cultivate a greater capacity for love, cherishing the time we have, and…