Tag: simplicity
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Advent Calendars: Have They Gone Too Far?
Get Pregnant Fast When I think back to my kindergarten days, I can vividly recall the joy of carefully cutting red and green strips of construction paper with my trusty safety scissors. My teacher guided us as we crafted a long chain to count down the days until Christmas. I remember the pride I felt…
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I’m Over Fundraising: A Call for Simplicity in School Activities
Get Pregnant Fast When I was a kid, around 8 years old, I wanted to join a soccer team. My mom signed me up at our local recreation club, and with just five bucks and a permission slip, I became an official member of the “Red Rockets.” We donned our standard red T-shirts, played on…
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Parenting Simplified: Embracing the Joys of Everyday Life
Get Pregnant Fast In our fast-paced society, where the pressure to achieve more can be overwhelming, it’s all too easy for those precious moments of happiness to get lost in an endless to-do list. Once you become a parent, it often feels like your kids are expected to keep up with this whirlwind of chaos.…
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5 Things I Simply Won’t Do for My Daughter’s Birthday
Get Pregnant Fast As my little sunshine prepares to celebrate her 3rd birthday, I find myself reflecting on the overwhelming pressure many parents feel during special occasions. With the expectations that come from social media and the endless parade of Pinterest-perfect parties, it’s easy to lose sight of what really matters. So, in an effort…
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The Benefits and Drawbacks of Raising Children in a Small Town
Get Pregnant Fast For over a decade, my family and I navigated the bustling life of large cities—Los Angeles and New York City, to be specific. When our eldest child was nearing 14 and our youngest was just 5, we took the plunge and relocated to a quaint town with a population of 30,000—predominantly students—nestled…
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8 Valuable Life Lessons from ‘Little House on the Prairie’
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, I borrowed the complete Season 1 DVD set of the classic TV show Little House on the Prairie from a friend. My intention was to cozy up with my kids and introduce them to the simpler, albeit challenging, joys of life on the American frontier. In a world filled with fast-paced…
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All the Clutter in Your House Could Be Making You Unhappy
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: June 25, 2021 Originally Published: March 18, 2017 If you were to share the biggest source of frustration in your home right now, chances are you’d say something like, “There’s just not enough space for all our things!” or “I really need to declutter all these toys and clothes that no…
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Why Parenting in the ’80s Was a Simpler Time
Get Pregnant Fast The late 20th century was a unique era. Men savored their drinks, women enjoyed cigarettes, and everyone had a taste for Tang and SPAM. Stay-at-home moms, once the backbone of family life, were comfortable in their roles, while children roamed freely, and parents set the rules. Those were the days I cherish,…
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Life Hacks for Busy Moms: Simple Solutions for Everyday Challenges
Get Pregnant Fast As a mom, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the never-ending tasks of parenting. While there are countless life hacks floating around on the internet, I’ve compiled a list of practical tips that have truly helped me navigate the chaos of motherhood. Here are 21 straightforward hacks for busy moms looking to…
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My Experience Living in a Small 1-Bedroom Apartment with My Family of Four
Get Pregnant Fast In 2006, my partner and I decided to purchase a cozy one-bedroom co-op in a pleasant suburban area. At the time, it felt like a smart move. The space was perfect for just the two of us, it offered an easy commute to the city, and we envisioned raising our future family…