Have you ever been on vacation by yourself? I haven’t, but for some reason this year when I was about to hit a big birthday, I wanted more than anything to celebrate alone. Head west to the Grand Tetons for…
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10 Ways Motherhood Has Changed Me
As I was stood watching the parade at the Magic Kingdom, my eyes teared up and my heart swelled as I saw their sweet smiling faces and hands waving at the characters. They were so full of joy as Merida, Rapuzel,…
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The Single Worst Thing About Being a Working Mom
There are many downfalls when you have, or choose, to be a working mom. Sure there are the looks and comments from people that judge you for not ‘raising’ your children. Then comes the sleep deprivation that leaves you disheveled and…
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The Day She Called Me Mother
I don’t know if it’s a new phase, because she’s turning six tomorrow, or we’ve watched Tangled too many times…but I wasn’t pleased with the newest name she had for me, Mother. “Good bye Mother, have a good day!” she said as…
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Double the Kids, Quadruple the Mom Guilt
I never want this feeling to end, being needed by my baby. The smell of her freshly washed hair, her baby soft skin cuddled next to me, and the sound of her whispering, “lay down with me” at bedtime. But time…
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