By Shara-Rae Jansen To the Little Old Ladies: Yes, We Still Need You
To the “little old lady” working at the clothing store: Thank you for graciously allowing me to browse the store…
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By Jenny Rapson This Grandpa’s Special Fitness Mission Is the Tear-Jerker of the Holiday Season
As I may have mentioned before, ahem, despite a global pandemic and a world that requires a ninja warrior-esque agility…
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By Courtney Devich Dear 2020 Baby, Your First Christmas Looks Different Than I Dreamed
Her first Christmas. It’s going to look different (thank you, 2020). I know she won’t remember this but I will. …
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By Kelli Bachara Dear Surprise Baby, You Are the Best Miracle Ever
Some call you an “oops.” Some call you a surprise. The baby that wasn’t planned. I call you the best…
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By Amber Palmer Regret Aims To Steal the Joy of Motherhood
There is one thing I know for sure about motherhood. When my kids are out of the house and on…
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By Kimberly Keys A Mother Must Keep Going
A mother must keep going even when she's been on the front lines for months as a health care worker…
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By Jennifer Bailey I Hated This Picture My Husband Took of Me—Until I Looked Closer
Mirror, mirror on the wall . . . this can’t be me? On the rare occasion, my husband snaps a…
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By Alexis Linehan I Love a Little Boy With a Great Big Wild Heart
This is the one I lost for 42 seconds at Garden of the Gods last summer because he went off…
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Just Wait, Mama—Motherhood is More Beautiful Than You Dreamed
We had been trying for nine months to have a baby. My period was late, so I peed on the…
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By Keegan Taylor I’m Raising My Children To Work Hard
Oh, my children, I’m in awe of your growing bodies, your powerful minds, your strong spirits. I’m amazed by how…
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By Sherry White Does it All Feel Like it Never Ends, Mama?
Lately, I've been muttering this little thing under my breath. "It never ends." When I look at the sink and…
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By Her View From Home Even Before You Were Born, I Planned My Life Around You
Dear kids, A long time ago, I had a decision I needed to make in my life. Actually, a lot…
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