Tag: everyday challenges
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Where Are All the Spoons? (And Other Things That Go Missing)
Get Pregnant Fast It’s a riddle that seems to transcend time and space: Where on earth have all the spoons gone? Some things vanishing from our homes are just part of the chaos of life. Your keys are always missing when you’re in a rush, and those socks? They’re likely gone for good, never to…
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10 Things I Just Can’t Handle After 4 P.M.
Get Pregnant Fast When the clock strikes 4 p.m., I hit a wall. My patience is depleted, my energy has faded, and all I crave is a takeout dinner, a glass (or three) of wine, and some well-deserved me-time. If you’re one of those supermoms who can keep it together at this hour, please share…
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I Am a Mother: Grateful, Blessed, and Sometimes “That Mom”
Get Pregnant Fast I am a mother. I am “Mom.” I am “Mama.” I am “MOMMMMMMMMEEEEEEEE!!!” I live in yoga pants, yet I rarely practice yoga. My sneakers are always on, but running isn’t my forte. My hair? Often hidden under a baseball cap—mostly because I haven’t had the time to deal with my gray…
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20 Aspirations for My Parenting Journey
Get Pregnant Fast The concept of a bucket list has gained quite a bit of buzz in recent years. So, naturally, I found myself pondering what my own Parental Bucket List might look like. I’m not referring to the usual milestones like achieving career success or mastering basic life skills like fastening their shoes. Instead,…
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29 Outrageous Things Kids Squabble Over
Get Pregnant Fast This year, the excitement of back-to-school season faded faster than I expected. Not even the appeal of shiny new school supplies or freshly ironed uniforms could chase away the gloomy atmosphere that enveloped our household once classes resumed. We’re just 13 days into the school year, and I’m already anxiously awaiting Thanksgiving—our…