Tag: personal stories
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Please Stop Asking My Children About Their Roots
Get Pregnant Fast Dear World, I’d like to request that you stop questioning my children about their origins. My son, Amir, bears a name that holds cultural significance, yet he doesn’t speak Arabic. He was born in Australia, while I am not. He can recite verses from the Quran, and he also knows all the…
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5 Reasons Living with My Chronic Illness is Challenging
Get Pregnant Fast I’ve been navigating the complexities of type 1 diabetes for nearly a decade now. As an autoimmune warrior, I strive to maintain a positive outlook despite the hurdles I face daily. However, there are undeniable aspects of living with a chronic illness that can be incredibly frustrating. Here are five reasons why…
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Actress Reveals Her Story of Assault to Challenge the Notion That Trump’s Leaked Words Are Just ‘Talk’
Get Pregnant Fast In a poignant social media post, actress and filmmaker Lily Carter shared her experience with sexual assault, shedding light on the disturbing implications of Donald Trump’s recently leaked audio. In the recording, Trump brazenly discusses kissing women without their consent and making shocking comments about grabbing them, spurring a wave of outrage…
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How I Came to Know My Mother-in-Law (Spoiler: One of Us Was Bare)
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s be honest: my introduction to my mother-in-law wasn’t exactly conventional. Sure, I had exchanged pleasantries with her a couple of times during brief encounters at the front door, but this was the first real meeting. This was the moment when we truly locked eyes and acknowledged one another, and boy, was…
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A Timeless Journey: From One Generation to the Next
Get Pregnant Fast I first met my husband’s grandparents when I was just 19 years old. As we departed their century-old farmhouse, Grandpa Mike approached a kitchen drawer, rummaged through it, and handed me a small, unassuming rock. “Travel safe,” he said, patting my hand, his bright blue eyes sparkling with a warmth that only…
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Sometimes I Feel Overwhelmed After My Kids Drift Off to Sleep
Get Pregnant Fast As the day winds down, and the house falls silent, I often find myself staring at the clock above the stove, feeling a twinge of guilt. The evening hours haven’t changed, nor has the exhaustion that comes from parenting. Yet, I realize that if playing with the kids at breakfast gives me…
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What You May Not Realize: The Many Faces of Depression
Get Pregnant Fast I’ve heard it countless times: “You must be so happy. After all, you have a wonderful partner, a brilliant and beautiful child, and a job you truly enjoy. You’re so lucky. You’re so blessed.” And while it’s true that I am fortunate and grateful, the reality is much more complex. I am…
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Don’t Call Me Momma
Get Pregnant Fast There’s just something about being addressed as “Momma” that sends shivers down my spine. It’s one of those inexplicable cringe-inducing moments akin to nails scraping a chalkboard or the sound of a fork against a plate. It’s cloying, and that’s the best word I can muster to describe it. Each evening, I…
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A Letter to Pro-Life Advocates
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Pro-Life Advocate, I have quietly observed your sentiments from afar, and your assumptions about my situation have not gone unnoticed. You often draw clear lines between right and wrong, as if you fully understand the weight of a life-altering decision. However, the narrative you construct doesn’t resonate with my experience. On…
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A Lesson in Love from My Grandfather
Get Pregnant Fast My grandmother was a petite, plump woman with a gentle demeanor. Her voice had a high-pitched quality reminiscent of a cartoon character, and her favorite pastimes included indulging in soap operas, preparing a feast for her little dog, and chain-smoking. When something piqued her interest, she would respond with a curious “Oh?”…