Tag: volunteering
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8 Things I No Longer Stress About as a Parent
Get Pregnant Fast When I first became a parent, I was overwhelmed by a myriad of small issues—how my kids looked in public, what they ate, and how they behaved. I spent way too much time worrying about how I was perceived as a parent. It’s funny how, before having kids, I often thought, “I…
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A Slacker Mom’s Guide to Parenting: Embracing the Simpler Path
Get Pregnant Fast I’ve come to accept that I embody the essence of a Slacker Mom. In today’s world, I might not meet the standards of what’s considered typical or acceptable parenting, and frankly, I’m perfectly fine with that. You could say I lean towards an old-fashioned approach, reminiscent of how my own mother raised…
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Gazing into the Eyes of a Refugee Mother
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: Oct. 26, 2023 Originally Published: Sep. 15, 2015 I never intended to write about this experience. Honestly, I didn’t. My goal was to engage quietly, to observe the incredible individuals sacrificing so much for a cause that desperately needs our attention. I wanted to lend a hand, however small, and then…
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10 Simple Ways to Discover Joy in 2017
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s be real: 2016 was a year that drained joy from many of us. From the loss of cherished celebrities to the turbulence of personal relationships and a frustrating holiday season, it felt like a relentless barrage of negativity. As we stand at the threshold of a new year, it’s time to…
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Retiree Embraces New Role as ‘Grandpa’ to 600 Elementary Students
Get Pregnant Fast Every elementary school could benefit from a ‘Grandpa Joe.’ For many retirees, finding a sense of purpose after their careers can be challenging, but staying active plays a crucial role in their overall health. Schools are often in need of volunteers, making it a perfect match for seniors and educational institutions. One…
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Why I No Longer Agree to Every Volunteer Request
Get Pregnant Fast As the school year winds down, I find myself counting down the days just like my sixth grader. It’s a widely acknowledged fact that parents crave summer break just as much—if not more—than their children do. I definitely need a breather. With two kids—my oldest now 11 and finishing elementary school, and…
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Why I’m Embracing Age Seven
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, I’ve developed a habit of giving nicknames to the various stages of my children’s lives. We’ve all heard about the “terrible twos,” the “tyrannical threes,” and the “ferocious fours.” Not to mention the “frustrating fives” (seriously, why are they still so challenging?), and the “chaotic sixes” (which I can…
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Why Moms Should Celebrate Grandparents Day
Get Pregnant Fast This year’s Mother’s Day was decent, even a bit enjoyable. I volunteer at my local church every second Sunday of the month, where I watch the little ones aged three to six. This meant I had to be there bright and early by 9 AM. After that, we enjoyed a lovely picnic…
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Want to Raise More Compassionate Children? Get Involved in Volunteer Work Together
Get Pregnant Fast My little one is part of the Brownies, a group for kids aged 4 to 6 in the Girl Scouts. Recently, her troop was set to volunteer at a nearby women’s shelter. The plan included assembling bags filled with toiletries for the women, singing Christmas carols, and helping to serve dinner. Initially,…
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5 Compelling Reasons to Embrace Your Inner Good Samaritan Today
Get Pregnant Fast On a radiant winter morning, I found myself waiting at a traffic light, mentally ticking off my errands for the day. The sun was shining brightly, and as the light shifted from red to green, I began to turn left into the parking lot of my go-to coffee shop. Suddenly, chaos erupted…