By Debbie Wilkins Baisden I’m Hanging On by a Freaking Thread
I’m hanging on by a freaking thread. Every day has a never-ending scroll of tasks that scream for attention. I…
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Moms Are the Real Christmas MVPs
Browsing through shelves of holiday books in the children's section of the library, I am reminded of the CD my…
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Dear Teachers, Thank You for All the Extra Things You Do at Christmastime
Dear teachers, I know this time of year is especially crazy for you. The weeks leading up to winter break…
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By Jacqueline Kelly As a Mother, I Matter Too
“What’s more important than me, Mammy?” my daughter asked. I looked at her, and she was looking at me. Her…
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Right Now, Our Life Revolves Around Kids’ Activities and I Love It
A mother’s schedule revolves around her children’s schedules. It starts with their feeding schedules, their sleep schedules, and planning outings…
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By Her View From Home Oops, We Forgot to Have Sex This Summer
It's summer! The season of bikinis and pool parties and cocktails on the back deck. It's time to wear your…
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By Jessica Manack Mommy, Will You Play With Me?
Her little voice sounds through the rooms, "Can somebody come and play with me?" "Honey, just a few minutes, I'm…
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I’m Giving My Kids a Do Nothing Summer
All year we have a jam-packed schedule that consists of hockey, dance, cheer, soccer, skiing, basketball, baseball, and numerous school…
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I’m a Bad Friend Right Now—Thanks For Loving Me Anyway
Once 5 a.m. hits, I know I’m finally in the endzone. For whatever reason only known to my 9-month-old, between…
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By Carolyn Moore Moms Do it All in December—And We’re Exhausted
Every year, I forget about the month of December. Not that it’s on the calendar, of course—I know it follows…
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You Have Permission To Press Pause
The start of a new sports season is always exciting for children. My youngest daughter loves soccer and is usually…
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By Whitney Westbrook Don’t Waste Energy On the Things That Don’t Fit
Sometimes things don’t fit. Like shoes. Or Tupperware lids. Or the things I pack in my suitcase that make me…
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