Tag: adulting
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What I Wish I Had Learned in High School
Get Pregnant Fast If you were to ask me about my high school experience, I could easily list off a variety of memorable lessons. For instance, I learned quickly to avoid drawing anything inappropriate during study hall. I also discovered that cafeteria staff have very little patience for requests like “salad, no lettuce.” And let’s…
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What It Truly Means to Buy a Minivan
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to purchasing a minivan, many parents face an internal struggle that goes beyond just choosing a vehicle. I totally get it. I was once in a similar boat, feeling like a stereotypical dad—30-something, a bit nerdy, and definitely not the cool guy I thought I’d be. I still crave…
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Why Shopping at Ikea Becomes Less Appealing After Your 30s
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent analysis by Earnest, a credit and financing firm, researchers sought to understand when people start moving away from Ikea. They sifted through data from over 10,000 American shoppers and discovered that the average age for this shift is around 34. This is when many begin transitioning from Ikea’s flat-pack…
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How to Gracefully Cope with Your Best Friend Moving Away
Get Pregnant Fast As adults, life often throws us curveballs. My circle of friends has become my anchor—those who can drop by unannounced, ladies who surprise me with cupcakes for no reason, and friends who instinctively know what to do in tough times. I cherish this bond. I enjoy our spontaneous backyard gatherings, our cherished…
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Don’t Be a Jerk About Participation Trophies
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s set the stage: It’s an early morning, and the air is electric with anticipation. You’ve poured hours into training, pushing your limits to prepare for this moment. It’s your first half marathon, and the excitement mingles with nerves as you pick up your bib and get ready to stretch. You think…
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A Heartfelt Note to My Childhood Fairy from My Adult Self
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Lila, You never mentioned how challenging this adulting gig would be. Recently, I stumbled upon the collection of letters you penned to me over the years, written in your whimsical fairy script. Don’t fret; I’ve safeguarded them in a heart-shaped box alongside all the other sentimental treasures I refused to let…
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A Gentle Reminder: Housework is Tough on Everyone
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s face it, some days being a parent feels like a monumental task; adulting can be overwhelming. And yes, “parenting” is indeed a verb, thank you very much! Everyday chores like grocery shopping, laundry, and paying bills can feel like climbing Mount Everest. One of the perks of being both a parent…
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OK, So Being an Adult Doesn’t Completely Suck
Get Pregnant Fast The other day, my 9-year-old, Lily, whined, “It’s so unfair! You get to do all this awesome stuff because you’re a grown-up, and we just have to follow rules!” Well, no kidding, kiddo. That’s how life is set up. I mean, let’s be real: I’m the adult here, and let’s just say…