Tag: decision making
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Navigating Decisions with My Partner: A Balanced Perspective
Get Pregnant Fast Three days post-honeymoon, I made an impulsive decision that shocked even me—I chopped off nearly a foot of hair I’d spent a year and a half growing for our wedding. I didn’t consult my husband about it, nor did I seek his permission. It was a spontaneous act, sparked by a stylish…
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5 Key Insights from Exploring Open Marriages
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating the complexities of modern relationships can be a challenge, but reading about open marriages offers profound insights into love, fidelity, and personal choice. One such enlightening read is The Wild Oats Project, which opened my eyes to several crucial lessons. Here are five takeaways that really resonated with me. 1. Cheating…
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Tired of Bargaining with Your Kids? Embrace the Bright Line Rule
Get Pregnant Fast As any mom with a legal background knows, the bright line rule is a game changer. Let me spare you the hefty law school tuition and break it down for you: a bright line rule streamlines decision-making by eliminating ambiguity—no exceptions allowed. Think of the speed limit: regardless of whether you’re a…
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The Choices We Face as Single Parents
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating single parenthood after 40 has taught me a lot about making choices. It’s a simple concept I like to call “OR.” And no, I’m not referring to a surgical room; I’m talking about the conjunction that represents the tough decisions we often face. Think of it like the Miranda rights: you…
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Mastering the Art of Saying ‘No’ in Three Simple Sentences
Get Pregnant Fast We’ve all faced those moments when requests and opportunities seem to flood in, while our personal bandwidth is already stretched thin. Whether it’s volunteering for your child’s school event or taking on extra projects at work, the pressure to say yes can be overwhelming. Often, we feel guilt creep in, compelling us…
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The Third-Child Conundrum: Navigating Parenthood Decisions
Get Pregnant Fast “Should I have a third child?” is a question that echoes through my blog daily. It’s a dilemma many parents face, and the answer can feel elusive unless you’ve made a definitive choice. I remember grappling with this very question, caught in a whirlwind of emotions until I finally made the leap.…
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The Type of Parent I’d Be If No One Were Watching
Get Pregnant Fast The ATM at the corner convenience store is no more than 20 feet from my car, parked right outside. It’s a quiet Thursday morning at 9:45 a.m.—that sweet spot between the hustle of the morning rush and the impending lunchtime crowd. Just a few other customers are around, some filling up their…
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Why I’m Grateful We Allowed Our Daughter to Stop Music Lessons
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to musical talent, our eldest daughter, Mia, truly stands out. While many parents may claim their children are gifted, Mia’s abilities are extraordinary. She has an uncanny knack for picking up instruments and effortlessly producing melodies. As a toddler, she would harmonize with lullabies I sang, completely unprompted. She…
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Conflicted Feelings About Expanding the Family: Infertility, Indecision, and Indifference
Get Pregnant Fast “Mommy, are you going to have a baby?” “Mommy, why are there two seats in this cart?” “If I had a baby brother, I’d be the best big sister!” “Mommy, look, I’m pretending to be pregnant!” “Why does she have a baby sister and I don’t?” “Mommy, when I go to sleep,…