Tag: relationships
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Embracing Reality: The Advantages and Disadvantages of Second Marriages
Get Pregnant Fast Sometimes, my marriage feels surreal. Not in the dreamy sense of finding a “Prince Charming,” but rather in a way that makes me question if this truly qualifies as a “real” marriage. When we exchanged vows, eight individuals stood at the altar—eight people with their own stories, healing from past losses, and…
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Hey Kids, Keep in Mind: Not Every Love Story is a Fairytale
Get Pregnant Fast You once asked how I met your dad, and if it felt like a fairytale where a prince finds his princess and they live blissfully ever after. I wish I could tell you that it was. I’d love to say he whisked me away on grand adventures, filled with champagne toasts in…
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A Message to Our Loved Ones: From Those of Us Facing Mental Health Challenges
Get Pregnant Fast To Our Beloved Partners, We want you to know that we are aware—never doubt that. Even during our darkest moments, when our thoughts spiral into chaos, when we find ourselves in tears or shouting or seeking comfort against a wall, there is a quiet voice within us saying, “This isn’t right. You…
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My Husband Is Not the Man I Married
Get Pregnant Fast A few days ago, while browsing through old photos to pin on my corkboard in my home office, I stumbled upon snapshots of my husband and me from years past. We were seen feeding ducks in the park, enjoying the county fair, and indulging in a horror movie festival downtown. Each picture…
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I’ve Finally Let Go of My Divorce Fears
Get Pregnant Fast It was a regular date night, driving our trusty minivan around town, trying to agree on a place to eat. The conversation meandered into topics we rarely discuss when the kids are around. I was focused on the road while my partner, Sarah, browsed through Facebook. Suddenly, she held up her phone…
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I Married a Man Whose Mother Did Everything for Him, and I Spoke Up to Save Our Marriage
Get Pregnant Fast As I descended the stairs that morning, I was met with a disheartening sight: a pair of socks lying lifeless in front of the couch. And by “lifeless,” I mean they were devoid of feet. Let’s be clear: socks should not be left unattended unless they come with actual feet in them.…
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Embracing My Singlehood: Life After Divorce and Not Seeking Love
Get Pregnant Fast I’m not dating. It’s been a decade since my divorce, and I have no interest in jumping into a new relationship. Sure, I’ve had a few boyfriends—some more serious than others, and a couple that were purely physical—but for the last several years, I’ve been completely, utterly, and blissfully unattached. And you…
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6 Essential Truths About Pursuing Alcoholism Treatment
Get Pregnant Fast One year ago, I made a pivotal decision that transformed my life: I sought treatment for alcoholism. For nine intense weeks, I was separated from my loved ones and my job, fighting to overcome a disease that was progressively taking over my existence. Today, I embrace a life I once believed was…
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This Photographer’s Instagram Will Transform Your Perspective on Love and Grief
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: March 24, 2023 Love is a beautifully complex phenomenon. The forces that draw one individual to another are often unique and hard to articulate. Attempting to define love is akin to describing the essence of color—each person perceives it differently, and no two relationships mirror one another. The ways in which…
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Who Is This Woman My Partner Sees When He Looks at Me?
Get Pregnant Fast My partner adores my appearance. If you were to ask him to describe me, he’d say I possess luxurious, wavy hair that shimmers like silver. He would insist that I don’t require makeup; my hazel eyes are filled with mysteries and a hint of mischief that brighten my face. He has a…