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Marriage, Motherhood
April 14, 2020
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Dear Husband, Thank You For Being a Man Who Steps Up

Thank you for always showing up, even after your long, hard day at work. Thank you for coming in the door happy to see all of us—the crazy toddler…

Kids, Motherhood
March 13, 2020
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I Carried You—But You Look Just Like Your Daddy

My boy, I grew you in my womb. I prayed for you and ate healthy food for you. I lost sleep from your elbow in my ribs and your weight on my bladder.…

Kids, Motherhood
February 5, 2020
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It’s True What They Say About Little Girls and Their Daddies

Well, I had a pretty good run. With two sons, I had a lot of years being number one. They always adored their dad, but the mommy show was definitely…

Motherhood
January 19, 2020
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The Transformation of a Man Into a Daddy is Breathtaking

Last night, I sat on my bed folding laundry and taking a breather after a busy day. Downstairs, my husband and a few buddies sat around the kitchen…

Kids, Marriage
December 28, 2019
5 Minute Read

Great Daddies Are Great Husbands First

I was at a baby consignment sale when I overheard a new mom and her grandmother talking about daddies. It was impossible not to listen as we were the…

Grown Children, Marriage
December 22, 2019
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Dear Future Son-in-Law: The First Man To Love Your Bride Has Set the Bar So High

Dear future son-in-law, First of all, I want you to know I already love the hope of you. I’m already ready to be so thankful for you. I have…

Motherhood
December 7, 2019
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“Daddy’s Home!” is My Favorite Moment of Every Day

“Daddy’s home!” Oh, how those two simple words lift everyone’s mood. “Daddy’s home” means the dog starts jumping up and down as soon as…

Living, Loss
December 2, 2019
4 Minute Read

I Am With You Always. Love, Dad.

One minute, I was a 31-year-old part-time music teacher. The next, I turned into one of my Pre-K students, sobbing uncontrollably, wishing my mom and…