So Often, I’m Not the Mom I Wanted to Be
Dear daughter, Let me start by saying you are the best thing that’s ever happened to me. You are the ocean to…
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Dear daughter, Let me start by saying you are the best thing that’s ever happened to me. You are the ocean to…
Continue ReadingMany times, being the parent to a medically fragile or special needs child means missing out. There are so many…
Continue ReadingMy baby—my third baby, my last baby—is about to turn one. I’m done having babies, and my youngest is quickly…
Continue ReadingMy friend and I had a conversation today that I have had numerous times, with various friends, since becoming a…
Continue ReadingWith a four-year age gap between my only sibling and me, much of my childhood was spent in my sister’s…
Continue ReadingIf only I had 10 more seconds, I would take a deep breath to calm myself down. I wouldn’t have…
Continue ReadingDear boss, I’m giving this job only a piece of me. I know you’re disappointed. You’ve made it clear that…
Continue ReadingThere I was—eating chocolate pudding on my couch in the dark, with tears streaming down my face. You see my…
Continue ReadingI have a bunch of professional Mom friends—moms who doctor, teach, style, run companies, serve on mission. And I’m amazed…
Continue ReadingThe following is a PSA for grandparents (especially grandmothers): Disclaimer: Before you read this please know you were a good…
Continue Reading1. Pee-proof everything in the bathroom. The shower walls, the bathtub, the floor, cabinets, shower curtains, everything, except, obviously the…
Continue ReadingI was sitting in my seat waiting for my name to be called for my appointment. You know, the one…
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