Tag: life lessons
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Lessons from My Mother on Overcoming Struggles and Getting Things Done
Get Pregnant Fast In 1987, my mother drove a rusty old Renault Encore, a car that could only be described as a clunker. It was small, unattractive, and perpetually breaking down. I was old enough to feel the weight of embarrassment, often insisting that my mother drop me off a block away from school, just…
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Naps Aren’t Your Enemy: Life Lessons Kids Should Know
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Kids, As parents, we often focus on teaching you essential safety lessons—like looking both ways before crossing the street or avoiding hot pans and strange animals. However, amidst all that, we sometimes forget to impart some equally important life lessons. While they might not seem as urgent, these insights are vital…
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8 Valuable Life Lessons from ‘Little House on the Prairie’
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, I borrowed the complete Season 1 DVD set of the classic TV show Little House on the Prairie from a friend. My intention was to cozy up with my kids and introduce them to the simpler, albeit challenging, joys of life on the American frontier. In a world filled with fast-paced…
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What Judy Blume’s Books Taught Me About Womanhood
Get Pregnant Fast When you think of the significant milestones in a young woman’s life—first period, first bra, first kiss—there’s one pivotal experience that often goes unrecognized: the first time reading Forever… by Judy Blume. As an awkward, book-loving pre-teen, I devoured Blume’s collection of middle-grade novels—Superfudge, Blubber, Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret?—but…
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7 Reasons to Appreciate Caillou
Get Pregnant Fast While this Canadian toddler might initially seem like the poster child for annoyance with his whiny voice, incessant pouting, and over-the-top giggles, it’s time for us parents to recognize the hidden value within Caillou. At first glance, the show may appear to celebrate a spoiled child and his red-headed sister, but if…
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6 Key Lessons from Growing Up in the ’70s and ’80s
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating adolescence in the ’70s and ’80s was a unique experience, one that my friend Jenna distinctly remembers with a mix of nostalgia and amusement. Recently, while waiting for her hair to dry at a salon, she expressed how she would never want to relive her teenage years. Quite frankly, that’s a…
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Hey Kids, There’s a Place for Everything!
Parenting Get Pregnant Fast Hey there, kiddos! I have some important life lessons to share, and the first one is how to not be a jerk. This involves learning to share, being compassionate, practicing kindness, and putting in the effort. However, based on the current state of our home, it seems I’ve overlooked a crucial…
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To My Children: I’ll Always Be Your Biggest Supporter
Get Pregnant Fast A few weeks ago, I had the honor of attending a state finals track meet where my friend’s son was competing. Witnessing him strive for a state title was an opportunity I simply couldn’t miss. The atmosphere was electric as we watched race after race, eagerly anticipating his event. When it was…
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20 Timeless Lessons My Father Shared With Me
Get Pregnant Fast Father’s Day is a mix of joy and nostalgia for me. It’s a time when I reflect on the thirty years without my dad, yet it’s also a day filled with laughter and new memories with my own children. I cherish the stories I share about their grandpa, especially his invaluable life…
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20 Essential Life Lessons I Wish PBS Would Teach My Kids
Get Pregnant Fast My children are huge fans of PBS, soaking up fascinating facts like how an avalanche can reach speeds of up to 80 miles per hour, why the sky appears blue due to light frequencies filtering through the atmosphere, and even the simple equation of 4+3=7. Plus, they learn all the basics—colors, shapes,…