Tag: life lessons
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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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In the End, All We Have Are Our People
Get Pregnant Fast As I drove down the well-known street close to my home, I tried to keep my mind off where I was headed, yet I couldn’t help but scan the roadside for that all-too-familiar sign. Funeral homes are those places we unknowingly pass each day, desperately hoping we never have to remember where…
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Michael Reynolds: “Every Relationship Faces Challenges”
Get Pregnant Fast Michael Reynolds stars as a ruthless business mogul in the upcoming indie thriller, Beyond the Horizon, set to premiere on April 17. While he embraces the darker side of his roles, in reality, this Oscar and Emmy-winning actor prioritizes family above all else. After bravely battling throat cancer and navigating a public…
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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,…
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15 Ways Our Children Outshine Us
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting | 15 Ways Our Children Outshine Us By Mia Thompson Updated: Dec. 29, 2023 Originally Published: Oct. 1, 2011 It’s astonishing how much wisdom our kids impart, often without even realizing it. Sure, they might make questionable decisions, like using an entire roll of toilet paper to create a runway for…
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How ’80s Films Can Guide Us in Parenting Our Teens and Tweens
Get Pregnant Fast As my kids have grown and we’ve finally bid farewell to those endless episodes of Caillou, my husband and I have embarked on a delightful journey of introducing our tweens to the cinematic treasures of the 1980s. These films transport me back to a time of oversized hair, layered socks, and countless…
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When Your Mother Isn’t Perfect: Finding Your Own Path
Parenting Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to motherhood, my own experience has been far from that of a picture-perfect family. My mother isn’t a bad person; she simply doesn’t fit the mold of idealized figures like Carol Brady or June Cleaver. Growing up, she seemed lost and overwhelmed, perhaps still is. She experimented with…