Tag: joy
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Navigating the Chaos of Parenting Multiples
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, I sometimes feel overwhelmed by the challenges of raising my kids, but I know I have it pretty manageable compared to some. Sure, my children can be a handful, but when I glance at my friends who are raising children with special needs, severe allergies, or those doing it…
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Things You Can’t Do When You’re Not a Toddler
Get Pregnant Fast Remember the carefree days of toddlerhood? Those moments when tantrums were a valid form of communication, and asking for two cookies wasn’t met with judgment? Ah, the simplicity! Here’s a light-hearted look at some of the things that just don’t fly once you leave those toddler years behind. Demanding Snacks First off,…
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A Much-Needed Dose of Joy
Get Pregnant Fast In times filled with sorrow, it’s essential to take a moment to share some much-needed joy. My thoughts are with the families affected by tragedies that have taken the laughter from their homes. The absence of those joyful little souls leaves an indelible mark on our hearts. I want to express my…
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Dancing in the Rain: A Lesson in Embracing Spontaneity
Get Pregnant Fast When I was a teenager, my friends and I took on the ambitious project of organizing a summer camp in our neighborhood. We marched down the sun-baked streets of Texas, distributing home-printed flyers designed to persuade local parents to entrust their kids to us for our Fun in the Sun (FITS) program.…
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10 Lessons We Can Learn from Our Kids
Get Pregnant Fast As parents, we dedicate a lot of time to teaching our children the right way to behave. While this is crucial, it’s easy to overlook the valuable lessons our little ones can impart to us. Have you ever paused to consider who is truly happier in this moment, you or your child?…
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Seeking a Realm of Compassion and Awe
Get Pregnant Fast In a world where differences are celebrated rather than stigmatized, I envision a place where my son, Lucas, is part of a diverse community. Here, variations in abilities and characteristics are not labeled as afflictions or disabilities. Instead, the idiosyncrasies that make each individual unique are embraced and cherished. The true measure…
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What I Share With My Daughters When They Inquire About My Mother
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting is a journey filled with questions, and my daughters frequently ask about my childhood. Some nights their curiosity feels genuine, while on others, I’m convinced they’re just stalling before bedtime. I often share neatly packaged stories with a clear arc, like the time a German shepherd scared me on my way…
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Why You Should Never Tell Mom She Can’t Dance
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s face it: if you think you can put a stop to Mom’s moves on the dance floor, you’re in for a surprise. The truth is, she can dance—and she will dance, regardless of what anyone says. Moms have that unique ability to break free from the constraints of criticism, proving that…