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Janelle Sims

I am a retired teacher, wife, and mother of two teenagers. I have a published memoir entitled, "Getting Along with MiSsy" as well as a coping workbook. I am a freelance writer for various publications andI blog about my journey with Multiple Sclerosis.

We Lived With Our Adult Children—And Loved it

We Lived With Our Adult Children—And Loved it

Grown Children, Living, Motherhood
January 13, 2022
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By Janelle Sims

We Lived With Our Adult Children—And Loved it

There are jokes, sitcoms, and even movies about having adult kids returning home to live. This is because it happens…

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The Truth? You’re Going To Make Mistakes With Your Firstborn.

The Truth? You’re Going To Make Mistakes With Your Firstborn.

Motherhood
June 7, 2021
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By Janelle Sims

The Truth? You’re Going To Make Mistakes With Your Firstborn.

"Learn from mistakes." That’s what we’re taught in school and by our parents. It’s a phrase I have always tried…

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I Cherish These Handwritten Letters Filled With Love

I Cherish These Handwritten Letters Filled With Love

Grief, Loss
April 4, 2021
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By Janelle Sims

I Cherish These Handwritten Letters Filled With Love

I am sentimental. When it comes to heirlooms, I’d rather have the rusty soup pot my grandma made a thousand…

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When An Older Parent Remarries, it Can Be Beautiful

When An Older Parent Remarries, it Can Be Beautiful

Grief, Grown Children, Living
March 25, 2021
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By Janelle Sims

When An Older Parent Remarries, it Can Be Beautiful

My mom passed away when I was 31 years old. I was already married with young children and had a…

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Here’s To the Amazing Men Who Step Up As Stepdads

Kids, Marriage
July 23, 2020
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By Janelle Sims

Here’s To the Amazing Men Who Step Up As Stepdads

When my husband fell in love with me, he knew I was a buy one, get two more deal. I…

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My Son Made Me Fall in Love with Being a Boy Mom

Motherhood
April 15, 2020
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By Janelle Sims

My Son Made Me Fall in Love with Being a Boy Mom

When I found out I was pregnant with a boy, I cried. And not with joy. I sobbed to my…

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