Dear Lord, Grant Her Roller Skates
I’d be hard-pressed to top the waiting-room conversation I had earlier this week. After some smiles and hellos and mentions of spring feels…
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It’s Not Just Another Birthday Anymore
There’s no denying I’m in the thick of my 30s. The truth is, it feels like I’ve lived three different lifetimes already, and I’m far from 40.…
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Mom Throws Epic Target Birthday Bash For Son
It’s not often I’m jealous of a 9-year-old; however, a Sacramento, California mom changed that this week when she released photos of her…
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My Baby Was Born on September 11th
An open letter to my 9/11 baby: You asked me this morning why “those people blew up New York” on your birthday. You are six; of course, this…
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Somehow, My Baby is Turning 13
I look at you, son, standing eye to eye, and I want to say I can’t believe you’re turning 13 . . . but I can. You blew out your candles last…
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Hey Husbands, Here’s What Your Wives Really Want on Their Birthdays
Dear Husband, Every year, without fail, I wrack my brain trying to come up with a reasonable answer for you to the question of what I want for my…
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This is Two
In less than 24-hours, my daughter will be two. TWO. I can’t believe it. “Two can be terrible,” I’ve heard it all my life. But if…
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One Day You’ll Be a Man, But For Today, You’re My Beautiful Boy
Oh my sweet boy, where do I begin? It’s strange how 365 days can feel like a lifetime and no time at all in the same breath. How have I ever not…
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Dear Husband As You Turn 40
Hi Babe, Happy Birthday! Are you feeling old? I know you are because you keep telling me so. And, on the off chance either of us forgets you are…
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Mom Throws Daughter a Target Birthday Party (and we are all jealous)
Target is my happy place. With a Starbucks in the store and dollar section that never disappoints, it’s my g0-to shopping location for just…
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