Tag: celebrations
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Confessions of a Not-So-Retired Baseball Mom
Get Pregnant Fast In our household, baseball isn’t just a sport; it’s woven into the very fabric of our lives. When the time came for our daughter to step up to the plate, we knew she had some big expectations to meet. With two teenage brothers who have spent countless hours on the field, and…
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Memorable Baby Shower Favors That Your Guests Will Truly Appreciate
Get Pregnant Fast Planning a baby shower? One of the key elements is finding the perfect favors that guests will actually want to take home. Here are some fantastic ideas that are sure to leave a lasting impression! Succulent Planters These adorable little pots from T4U are a delightful gift that adds a touch of…
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Your Wedding Anniversary: The Journey Before and After Kids
Get Pregnant Fast Today marks our ninth wedding anniversary. In a city like Los Angeles, where relationships can feel as fleeting as a pop-up restaurant, reaching this milestone is quite the achievement. It’s a reason for a grand celebration, yet here we are—without a plan. To illustrate the transformation of our anniversary celebrations, I’ve compiled…
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Do We All Really Have To Say ‘Merry Christmas’ Now?
Get Pregnant Fast While shopping at the local grocery store, the cashier hands me my bags and cheerfully says, “Thank you! Merry Christmas!” I return the sentiment, replying, “Merry Christmas to you as well.” However, I don’t actually celebrate the holiday myself. Despite this, I believe it’s polite to respond positively, and I genuinely wish…
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How Our Anniversary Has Evolved Over the Years
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: March 30, 2021 Originally Published: September 25, 2016 Shutterstock Recently, my partner and I celebrated our 15th wedding anniversary, and with each passing year, it feels increasingly like we’re beating the odds. Perhaps it’s our deep love for one another that keeps us together, or maybe it’s just our shared stubbornness.…
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No More Goody Bags: A Mom’s Stand
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s be real: the end-of-party goody bags are a parenting dilemma that many of us face. I’ve got to admit, my feelings toward them are complicated, to say the least. I really don’t want my kids leaving a friend’s birthday bash with expectations of receiving a treat. The focus should be on…
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The 5 Memorable Kids at My Daughter’s Birthday Bash
Get Pregnant Fast We recently celebrated my daughter’s fifth birthday, and in a moment of enthusiasm, I invited her entire class along with a few extra friends. While the day was filled with joy, a handful of kids truly stood out. Here’s a rundown of the top five memorable partygoers: The Cake-Diving Dynamo Yes, he…
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This Child Had the Ultimate Birthday Bash at Target
Get Pregnant Fast In a heartwarming tale from upstate New York, a devoted mom fulfilled her son’s birthday wish by throwing him a birthday party inspired by his favorite store—Target. It’s a clear demonstration that dreams can indeed come true. Meet Lisa Johnson, whose son Noah has been enchanted by Target from a young age.…
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Why My Son’s Birthday Party Will Not Include All His Classmates
Get Pregnant Fast As my son approaches his 4th birthday, he’s set his heart on a superhero-themed celebration — with the explicit request for “no girls.” We’ve opted for an intimate gathering at home, including his grandparents and a handful of friends from preschool, along with their parents. When I sent out the Evite, a…
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Three Funerals and a Wedding: Navigating Life’s Ups and Downs
Get Pregnant Fast The movie Four Weddings and a Funeral was released the same year I tossed my cap into the air at graduation, and I vividly remember wishing I could leap into that charming world. It was a realm where somewhat awkward British singles maneuvered through the complicated landscape of love and loss, all…