Tag: life lessons
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How to Be the Ultimate Mom
Get Pregnant Fast Being a mom is no easy feat, especially when you’ve burned the midnight oil scrolling through your phone, only to be jolted awake by the sound of your youngest stirring at the crack of dawn. After you manage to whip up breakfast and set up a cartoon to keep them entertained, you…
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4 Valuable Lessons from Being the Sole Girl on the Team
Get Pregnant Fast Back in 1981, before the world recognized trailblazers in sports like Mo’ne Davis or before Little League started its own girls’ divisions, I was an 11-year-old girl with a passion for baseball—not softball, which was the common choice for girls in my neighborhood. When I saw the flyer for tryouts at our…
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How ‘80s Sitcoms Shaped My Approach to Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast My 6-year-old often claims his favorite show is Teen Titans Go!, but the truth is, it’s really Diff’rent Strokes. The sitcoms from my own childhood have surprisingly become a unique bonding experience during our screen time together. My son knows that if he plays his cards right, we might have a Diff’rent…
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10 Classic Films Every ’80s Kid Wants Their Children to Experience
Get Pregnant Fast As I approach my 40s, I often find myself reflecting on the comforting influences of my youth, particularly the TV shows and films that shaped my formative years in the ’80s and early ’90s. Growing up, I was immersed in classics like Sesame Street and The Electric Company, and I spent countless…
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Lessons in Friendship from ’70s, ’80s, and ’90s Television
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Freshmen: High school is a whirlwind! The halls are bustling with students from all walks of life—nerds, jocks, cheerleaders, and yes, even the mean kids. It can feel overwhelming, but remember, encountering diverse personalities is a fantastic opportunity. While it’s easy to gravitate toward those who share your interests, some of…
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A Heartfelt Tribute to My Daughter: Lessons Learned
Get Pregnant Fast As I sit in the stillness of our home, I find myself reflecting on the past eight years. I recall those early moments filled with uncertainty, where I was desperately trying to manage my anxiety, applying everything I had learned in preparation for motherhood. Back then, I was a different person—unsure and…
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6 Witty Comebacks Every Parent Can Relate To
Get Pregnant Fast As kids, my siblings and I were masters of whining and pushing our mother’s buttons. Fast forward to today, and I find myself echoing her classic lines to my own children. Here are six timeless comebacks that have stood the test of time: “I’m going to count to three…” When tempers flared…
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What If I Fall…Without My Father There to Catch Me?
Parenting Get Pregnant Fast “Aren’t you afraid, Daddy?” “There’s nothing to fear, sweetheart.” “But what if I fall?” “I’ll always be there to catch you.” As a little girl, I was fiercely determined. When I set my sights on something, I would achieve it. The freedom of riding a bike without training wheels was calling…
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Joke All You Want, But My Sorority Days Were Truly Remarkable
Get Pregnant Fast Nearly 25 years ago this fall, I took the plunge and pledged to a sorority. Yes, I was one of those girls—the quintessential sorority sister of the early 90s. We were often labeled as bowheads, accused of purchasing friendships, and became the punchline for countless blonde jokes and bimbo remarks. Our teased…
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Connection: Embracing Love Amidst the Chaos
Get Pregnant Fast In “Connection,” we dive into the whirlwind of relationships where love seems to flourish in the most unexpected corners. The show, brought to life by the creative geniuses behind it, gives us a glimpse into the life of the vibrant character, Lila, portrayed by the talented actress, who is finally given a…