To the Mom Raising the Child Who is Helping Mine
Dear mom in the school parking lot, I saw you today picking up your son from the kinder classroom. Your child was happy to see you, he smiled and…
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I’m Usually the Strong Friend, But I Can’t Be Her Right Now
Friends, I know what you’re used to seeing from me. Usually, I’ve got your back. Usually, I help to take care of you. I say food and childcare…
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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…
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Dear Kids, Thank You For Being The Strong Ones
Dear kids, Thank you for being the strong ones. Really, I mean it. I don’t know if the world has said that to you these last few weeks,…
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I’m an Exhausted Working Mom and I’m Trying Harder Than You Know
Please stop judging me for leaving the office at exactly 5 p.m., but my kids are waiting to be picked up from the sitter. I know I’m missing this…
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Dear Teacher, Thank You For Being An Ally
Dear teacher, I see your number light up my phone and my breath catches. I remind myself it is completely possible for you to be calling for a…
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Dear Birth Mom, Thank You For the Gift of My Son
Dear birth mom, How can the mom who got to adopt your baby ever thank you enough? Before your brave decision to place your child for adoption, I did…
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Thanks For the Memories, Coach Hart
Recently, my mom shared some sad news: my seventh-grade basketball coach passed away in late March. It was one of those moments that transported me…
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A Good Mom is the Greatest Gift I’ve Ever Been Given
As a kid, I always thought Mother’s Day was kind of stupid. After all, you have a birthday. Why did we need a special holiday to honor you being…
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You Loved Me With All Your Heart, Mom; Now I’m Doing the Same For My Own Daughter
“How did you do it, Mom? How did you know how to be such a good mom?” “I didn’t,” you replied. “I just loved you with all my heart.” I…
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