Tag: personal stories
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Louis CK: A Love That Went Too Far
Get Pregnant Fast For years, I’ve been a devoted fan of Louis CK. When I say “fan,” I mean he’s been my top imaginary boyfriend for what feels like an eternity. I might have been one of the handful of people who tuned into his first HBO series, Lucky Louie. I’ve followed his FX show,…
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I See You, Mom
Get Pregnant Fast I envision you in your early 20s, with your flowing copper-red hair cascading to your shoulders. You’re slender, lounging in a bikini with your feet splashing in a small wading pool alongside a tiny, redheaded toddler—me. The sun bathes you in golden light, and as I look up, a smile beams across…
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I Break the Rules
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Little One, You, my fiercely independent and adventurous child, are now two years old. You don’t just break the rules; you redefine them. Often, you create your own set of guidelines. Here’s a little confession: before you entered my world, I had a clear vision of the type of mother I…
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5 Situations Where We Prefer Our Kids to Disappear, Even If Just for a Moment
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, I adore my children with a passion that could rival any reality star’s obsession with their social media presence. However, there are moments when I’d rather they take a little breather from my vicinity. Here are five instances when I could do without their charming company—at least temporarily. 1.…
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When You Feel Overwhelmed as a Wife and Mother
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting When You Feel Overwhelmed as a Wife and Mother by Jessica Harper, Aug. 30, 2015 Picture this: Sarah, about 300 miles away from her home, has decided to spend a night away from her husband and two teenage kids. As we clinked our glasses of pinot grigio, she sighed, “I’m just…
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What It Feels Like to Endure Constant Bullying
Get Pregnant Fast I remember standing at the edge of a cornfield, feeling hands lift me and toss me into the mud. I landed face-first in the damp Pennsylvania soil, spitting out dirt as I struggled to get up. My hat, mittens, and coat were thrown around carelessly; later, I was so soaked in mud…
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8 Experiences I Will Never Subject My Vagina To
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Vagina, In this ever-evolving world, I want to assure you that there are certain things I will never put you through. Here are eight experiences that are firmly off-limits: Vagina Knitting: No matter how lonely I might feel in my golden years or how many cats I adopt, I will never…
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What Motherhood Truly Looks Like
Get Pregnant Fast In the chaotic world of parenting, I find myself entrenched in a daily battle with a toddler who resembles a siren and a baby determined to roll around like a bumper car. My daughter, Lily, spends her day wailing “Why?!?” while my son, Max, clings to my legs, demanding to be picked…
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Bearers of Light: A Heartwarming Journey
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: Jan. 3, 2016 Originally Published: November 6, 2013 Two years ago, I received a heartfelt email from a woman whose life was profoundly changed by a small act of kindness. She had been gifted a meal donation during the Thanksgiving season, and in her email, she referred to me as her…
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8 Outrageous Questions an Adoptive Mother Often Encounters
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to family, uniqueness can sometimes attract unwarranted attention. My family certainly fits that bill. My children are of Asian descent, while my partner and I are white. It’s safe to say that people usually deduce that our kids are adopted. While I understand that being different can pique curiosity,…