Tag: young adulthood
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If You Want to Date My Son: A Parent’s Perspective on Relationships
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s be clear: I’m genuinely happy that my son is exploring the world of dating. After a long and challenging journey into young adulthood, it would be counterproductive for us to become possessive or controlling just as he begins to forge his own personal life. We didn’t raise this remarkable young man…
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As My Daughter Steps Into Her 20s, Reflecting on My Own Journey
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, I sent a message to my daughter, who has just turned 21. She’s spending her summer interning at college, a position she fought hard to attain. “I’m so thrilled for you!” I typed enthusiastically, as one can only convey excitement through a text. “Why?” she responded, seeking clarity. Why, indeed? I…
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Why We Should Consider Delaying Our Kids’ Departure for College Until They’re 30
Get Pregnant Fast As I stand in the driveway, watching the U-Haul loaded with my daughter’s belongings, a whirlwind of emotions engulfs me. My husband and I hold hands, rooted in place as our minds race ahead, envisioning her journey from Austin to Los Angeles. At 18, she’s set to embark on a gap year,…