Tag: family traditions
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I’m Absolutely Not Prepared for the Holidays
Get Pregnant Fast When I first tied the knot, I was bubbling with excitement at the thought of hosting holiday gatherings in our cozy new abode. I couldn’t help but skip through the aisles of my local store, picking up all the festive decorations to create a magical atmosphere during my favorite season. As first-time…
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We Are the Creators of Enchantment
Get Pregnant Fast When I attended summer camp, the counselors often spoke of something they called “camp magic.” There were enchanting days like Pirate Day, where we donned bandanas and eye patches, throwing together whatever we could find. It was less about competition and more about the joy of being silly and having fun together.…
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What Have the Holidays Become?
Get Pregnant Fast The music, the lights, the endless advertisements — the holiday season has arrived, whether we’re prepared for it or not. Right now, countless people are out hunting for “Black Friday” bargains, with sales kicking off even before the Thanksgiving turkey has had a chance to cool. Like many, I often find this…
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Can Your Children Inherit Your Cultural DNA?
Get Pregnant Fast I often ponder how children from different backgrounds experienced their formative years in the 1970s and ’80s. My own childhood was steeped in Cuban culture, filled with the sounds of celebrated comedian Álvarez Guedes and vibrant salsa music, while my husband, Tom, grew up immersed in the tunes of Fleetwood Mac and…
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How to Gracefully Exit the Family Gift Exchange
Get Pregnant Fast The holiday season is often hailed as the most magical time of the year, filled with festivities, baked treats, school performances, cherished family traditions, and the quest for the ideal gift. Personally, I relish this time of the year much more now that I no longer find myself scrambling to purchase numerous…
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My Mom: The Enchantment of Vinegar and Chocolate Cake
Get Pregnant Fast Growing up, my mom was a firm believer in the natural healing powers of vinegar. It’s fascinating to realize how many of her remedies still hold true today. In a world that now embraces eco-friendly solutions, she was ahead of her time. Whenever I felt a scratchy throat, apple cider vinegar was…
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The Tooth Fairy: An Overrated Tradition?
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s be honest: if I had a dollar for every time I had to dig through my kids’ rooms searching for cash to play the elusive Tooth Fairy, I’d be doing quite well. Okay, maybe not wealthy, but I’d definitely have enough to cover all those little teeth without the late-night scavenger…
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My Father’s Whistle: A Nostalgic Reflection on Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast My father possessed an extraordinary talent—he could create a whistle so powerful it could potentially halt a train. This became our family’s iconic “time to come home” signal, echoing through the neighborhood as dusk approached. It was also his chosen method of rousing us on Saturday mornings, long before our teenage bodies…
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Celebrating Halloween in the 1980s: A Nostalgic Reflection
Get Pregnant Fast As I prepare to dive into costume shopping and unpack decorations for Halloween this year, I can’t help but reminisce about the Halloween experiences of my childhood. It remains my favorite day of the year, yet the holiday has evolved dramatically over the years. Back in the day, the costumes we wore…