Someday Our Little Boys Will Be Men
Once upon a time, a boy was born. He was chub and giggles and endless screaming in the middle of the night. He was 8lbs, 15oz of squish. He was…
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To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before, it’s Time To Say Goodbye
I’m going to be honest here. I still love you. Every single one of you holds a special place in my heart. I love the way you made me feel, and…
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The Boy Mom’s Survival Guide
1. Pee-proof everything in the bathroom. The shower walls, the bathtub, the floor, cabinets, shower curtains, everything, except, obviously the…
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Because One Day, This Little Boy Will Be Grown
When we welcomed our sweet little boy into the world, our lives were forever changed. He came three weeks early, completely unexpected, and nose…
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Dear Son, As You Turn 16
It’s the physical touch I think I miss most. The weight of an infant on my hip. The softness of a toddler’s cheek, pressed up against…
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Dear Son, I Hope You’re a Man Who Cooks
I hope you’re a man who cooks. When it’s time for you to move into your own home, I hope you’re a man who can take care of himself.…
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The Fierce Bond of Brotherhood
Brotherly love. It often looks silly and shows up late at night. I hear the belly laughs below my feet as I shuffle around picking up the stray sock…
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A Growing Son’s Love Letter to His Mama
I heard you crying last night and telling Dad that you’re losing me. Part of me wanted to barge into the room and hug you, except the other…
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I Love Being Your Mama, My Son
One of my favorite humans stands less than three feet tall. Full of energy, stubbornness (he gets it from his mama) and a smile that can melt your…
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This Gillette Ad Shows Boys How Real Men Behave
Sing it with me now, kids of the 80s and 90s, “Gillette! The best a man can geeeeet!” It’s a famous jingle that most of us…
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