Dear Second Child, How Lucky You Are To Have a Built-in Friend
My sweet second born, I hope someday you know. Know how special it is to be the second child. Your…
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Siblings Are the Forgotten Grievers
July 8, 2019 was one of the happiest and proudest days of my life. I had completed my first surrogacy,…
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Yes, We Really Are One and Done
There’s that question again: “Will you give her a sister or brother?” They seem taken aback when I tell them…
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We Grew Up Together, So How Did We Get Here?
On days like this, I sit outside in my backyard and beg nature to soothe my wounded soul. Yet another…
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I Missed Out On 30 Years With the Brother I Never Knew I Had
It’s no secret my father and I have a strained relationship. I’ve opened my heart to speak about our troubled…
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To My Sister on Sister’s Day
To my sister, I was five when I pushed you out of the way so mom would hold just me,…
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Dear Middle Child, I Still See You
We've got a house full of boys: four of them, ages seven and under. We've been told they're the quietest,…
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The Sister I Had is Gone Now That She’s a Mother
No one talks about the loss that happens when you become an aunt. No one talks about what you lose.…
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May You Love Each Other Like This Forever
This morning something happened that felt so important I wanted to share it with you. Being that you are so…
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Dear Kids, Always Remember How Close You Are Right Now
Right now, you’re best friends. You beg to come with me when it’s time to wake sissy up from her…
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