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Sometimes a Blended Family Doesn’t Mix Well

Grown Children, Living
October 22, 2021
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Sometimes a Blended Family Doesn’t Mix Well

When my dad first started dating my soon-to-be stepmom, I was overjoyed. He had been so lonely and untrusting of…

Child, Motherhood
October 12, 2021
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Tomorrow I’ll Do Better As Your Mom

I'm sorry I missed the excitement in your eyes today as you kept begging me to watch you race your…

Moms Everywhere Know Exactly How Texas A&M Kicker’s Mom Felt This Weekend

Living, Motherhood
October 11, 2021
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Moms Everywhere Know Exactly How Texas A&M Kicker’s Mom Felt This Weekend

Even if you're not an avid football fan, you've probably heard something about a big upset in Texas over the…

To the Betrayed and Broken Heart: Healing is Possible

Faith, Living
October 1, 2021
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To the Betrayed and Broken Heart: Healing is Possible

Friend, I know how it feels. Your heart used to skip and dance every time you heard his name. The…

I Wish My Dad Was a More Involved Grandparent

Living, Motherhood
September 30, 2021
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I Wish My Dad Was a More Involved Grandparent

Growing up, I never fit in. I was that awkward girl who could never really relate to anyone, the girl…

I’m Done Trying To Include Uninvolved Family

Living, Motherhood
September 23, 2021
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I’m Done Trying To Include Uninvolved Family

I just sent you photos of my son playing soccer, and at Disney, and out shopping for his very first…

Living
September 4, 2021
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To the Dads Who Show Up, Thank You

I was the only mom at the park today. For about 45 minutes, I looked around and saw five dads…

Motherhood
September 3, 2021
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When Pregnancy Doesn’t Come Easily

I was someone who always wanted to be a mom. When it didn't happen easily for me, the 28 months…

She Lives Beneath the Storm of Anxiety and Depression

Living
August 15, 2021
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She Lives Beneath the Storm of Anxiety and Depression

A cloud hangs over her. A storm constantly rumbles in the distance. Rain, lightning, and thunder threaten every moment. Every…

Dear Loss Mom, The Love of Jesus Sparkles in Your Tears

Faith, Loss, Motherhood
August 9, 2021
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Dear Loss Mom, The Love of Jesus Sparkles in Your Tears

I want to say thank you to all the mamas with empty, longing arms genuinely congratulating those of us with…

My Husband is the Father My Own Dad Never Was

Kids, Marriage
July 28, 2021
860 Views
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My Husband is the Father My Own Dad Never Was

My father and I danced to The Chicks "Landslide" at my wedding reception. It wasn't a typical father-daughter dance song…

Living
July 21, 2021
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Dear Daughter of An Absent Father

I see you, sweet girl. You watch my babies with their daddy and see something you long for. You see…