Tag: change
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The Final Countdown: My Cookie-Baking Days Are Running Out
Get Pregnant Fast As I navigate through my youngest daughter’s final year of high school, I can’t help but reflect on the bittersweet journey we’re on together. This is the third entry in a series where I share my experiences as a stay-at-home mom, watching my daughter prepare for college and contemplating my own transition…
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Separation Doesn’t Always Equate to Sadness
Get Pregnant Fast March 15, 2023 Navigating the topic of marital separation can be tricky, especially when discussing it openly with friends and family. I’m no stranger to this; I’ve shared my own experiences before, and the responses often flooded in. Many messages suggested that my marriage faltered due to a lack of effort or…
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Let’s Rethink the Midlife Crisis
Get Pregnant Fast I recently celebrated my 41st birthday, and one of the most meaningful gifts I received came from my younger sister. She said, “You seem to be more of everything you’ve ever been — louder, more confident, more fun, more passionate — and it’s truly beautiful.” Those words shifted my perspective entirely. Since…
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Autumn Reflections: Embracing Change and Cherishing Moments
Get Pregnant Fast As I prepare to stow away our summer memories in a clear, plastic box that fits neatly atop our Ikea wardrobe, I can’t help but feel a mix of nostalgia and anticipation. The wardrobe, with its neatly folded scarves and freshly unpacked sweaters, feels as pristine as the day my partner assembled…
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He Still Calls Me Mommy: Embracing the Little Moments in an Ever-Changing World
Get Pregnant Fast In the midst of all the changes my son is going through, I find myself cherishing the remnants of his little boyhood even more. It’s incredible how much he has matured over the past year, transitioning into this new phase of his life. His fascination with electronics has grown, as have the…
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The Gen-X Manifesto: A Celebration of the Unique Generation
Get Pregnant Fast We are Generation X, the extraordinary cohort. Though our numbers may be dwarfed by both our parents and our children, our impact is undeniable. We may have had our share of wild times, but we also grew up navigating the harsh realities of a world that taught us lessons through adversity. The…
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Why I’m Embracing the End of Summer
Get Pregnant Fast As summer fades into the backdrop of bustling school days, I find myself reflecting on the bittersweet journey we’ve had, filled with laughter, playdates, and unforgettable moments at school events and homecoming games. Sure, there’s a tinge of nostalgia for those carefree days, but let’s be honest: I’m ready for the change.…
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Understanding the Impact of 9/11 on Our Lives
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Kids, I don’t personally know anyone who lost their life that day, and some might argue that this makes my perspective on September 11, 2001, less valid. However, I was just an everyday individual heading to work like anyone else. As the anniversary of that tragic day approaches, it strikes me…
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‘Downton Abbey’: A Time of Transformation
Get Pregnant Fast In this gripping episode of Downton Abbey, change is undeniably in the air. Rose’s mother, Clara, is uneasy about Atticus’s Jewish background and how their differing faiths might affect their future together. Simultaneously, Atticus’s father, Lord Hargrove, is appalled by the impending divorce of Rose’s parents, seeing it as a disgraceful failure.…