Tag: authenticity
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5 Things That No Longer Matter to Me After Turning 40
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s get real for a moment: there comes a time when you start living for yourself, propelled by the awareness that life is finite. As you hit that milestone of 40, you realize that the things that once seemed monumental can feel trivial. It’s not that I had an epiphany one morning,…
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Embracing My Inner Badass: A Journey Through Motherhood and Self-Discovery
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: Aug. 21, 2023 Originally Published: March 23, 2013 A few years ago, I found myself in a bit of a fashion phase where skirts dominated my wardrobe. Growing up, I was a total tomboy, preferring the comfort of t-shirts and jeans to any dress. But in my late 20s, I felt…
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The Imperfect Mother: Embracing Our Realities
Get Pregnant Fast In the preschool world where my son Evan plays, there’s a mother I once viewed as the epitome of perfection. She stands out among the stay-at-home moms, always dressed impeccably—never in the usual yoga pants and tees. Her hair is neatly styled, and her outfit is devoid of the usual breakfast stains…
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New Motherhood: A Reality Check Beyond the Commercials
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s be honest—TV commercials rarely capture the messy truth of everyday life. In a world driven by image and idealism, genuine representation often takes a backseat. Jewelry brands, in particular, excel at crafting unrealistic scenarios that paint a romantic picture of significant life moments. Kay Jewelers stands out as a prime example…