Category: TTC

  • My Mother’s Wedding Preparations

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  • The Toilet Seat Debate: A Lesson in Household Etiquette

    home insemination kit In the realm of household etiquette, few issues ignite as much frustration as the toilet seat debate, particularly for those sharing a space with less conscientious individuals. The discomfort of sitting on a cold, potentially damp toilet seat is universally recognized, and it’s a sentiment echoed by young children. Take, for instance,…

  • George Lucas Invests $150 Million in Affordable Housing Initiative

    low cost ivf In an inspiring move, filmmaker George Lucas has decided to allocate $150 million of his own fortune to create affordable housing. After a previous plan fell apart, where he envisioned a community for low-income families complete with subsidized housing and amenities, he faced significant backlash from local residents. They accused him of…

  • Preparing for College: Navigating Moving Out and Moving Forward

    home insemination kit This article is part of a three-part series titled “Preparing for College,” aimed at equipping your teenagers for their transition away from home. In June, we discussed essential conversations to have with your incoming freshman and what contributes to their success during their first college year. In July, we focused on dorm…

  • From National Champion Swimmer to Proud Parent at My Son’s First Swim Meet

    home insemination kit In an astonishing passage of time—seconds, minutes, and years slipping away—I transitioned from being a national champion swimmer and collegiate coach to becoming the mother of an 11-year-old on a swim team. I once dominated the clock; now, it feels as if time is racing past me. When Jacob began swim lessons…

  • Love as a Verb in Marriage

    home insemination kit In the realm of marriage, love must actively manifest as a verb; otherwise, the relationship may falter. A noteworthy excerpt from Stephen Covey’s work highlights this notion. When a man expresses that he no longer feels love for his spouse, Covey urges him to “love her.” The man retorts that the feeling…

  • A Letter of Gratitude to Simone Biles for Empowering Young Girls

    home insemination kit Dear Simone Biles, While my daughter, Lily, would love to write to you herself, at just five years old, she is still mastering the alphabet. As you navigate the realities of being one of the most recognizable figures in the world, I wanted to take a moment to express what your influence…

  • To The Indigo Girls: A 25-Year Thank You Note

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  • 10 Transformative Differences Before and After Becoming a Mother

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  • The Sprint Triathlon of Motherhood: A Day in the Life of a Mom

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