Tag: Moving
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Navigating the Journey of Selling Your First Home
Get Pregnant Fast As I stood in the empty upstairs hallway, the scent of Pine-Sol mingling with the musty aroma of moving boxes, a wave of melancholy washed over me. My gaze lingered on the doorframe of what once was my son’s bedroom, and tears brimmed in my eyes. The thought crossed my mind: “I…
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5 Reasons I Cherish Life as a Military Spouse
Get Pregnant Fast When I share that I’m a military spouse, I often hear, “I don’t know how you manage it.” I chuckle, because while it’s true that military life comes with its challenges, there are so many incredible aspects that make it worthwhile. Of course, there are downsides to having a partner in active…
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I Was Ghosted by a Friend
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: August 3, 2023 Originally Published: May 21, 2023 A few months after my son was born, we relocated to a larger house in a different neighborhood. While I was thrilled about the spacious yard and the extra room, I soon realized that my new street was devoid of fellow stay-at-home moms.…
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The 8 Stages of Moving for Moms
Get Pregnant Fast Moving can be a daunting task on its own, but toss in four kids and eight years of accumulated belongings, and it might just drive a mom to her breaking point. I’ve found myself in various states of despair—whether curled up in the closet or sprawled on the floor—depending on the day’s…
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You Can’t Get There From Here
Get Pregnant Fast My partner and I were embarking on a major life transition, cramming two households, a child, two dogs, and an aging truck into one massive U-Haul as we set our sights on the unknown. Our destination? From the familiar landscapes of North Carolina to the charming corners of Arkansas, leaving behind the…
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Navigating the Uncertainties of My Blended Family
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: Dec. 3, 2020 Originally Published: Nov. 15, 2015 This past Sunday, my son Jacob tiptoed into our shared bedroom around 7 AM. “Mom,” he said, “I was looking out my window and I saw a… wait, what are those birds that are bright red?” As my mind tried to shake off…
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A Heartfelt Conversation With the Clutter That Invades My Home
Get Pregnant Fast I glance around my living room with a heavy heart, feeling overwhelmed. I just can’t understand where all this stuff comes from. The clutter is everywhere—piles of papers, toys scattered about, empty bags lurking in corners, and an assortment of magazines, binders, and half-assembled Lego figures. My home is a stark reminder…