Tag: personal growth
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I Engaged in an Emotional Affair — And I Have No Regrets
Get Pregnant Fast When I said “I do” to my husband, I made a series of heartfelt promises. I pledged to love and respect him, to support him consistently, and to cherish him as my one and only for all the days of our lives. Ten years later, he still holds that place in my…
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10 Unhealthy Mom Habits We Need to Break Immediately
Get Pregnant Fast As a mother, I strive to be a positive role model for my children, but I often find myself falling short. While I have my strengths, there are definitely areas in my life that need improvement. Many would argue that unhealthy habits are simply part of life, but they don’t have to…
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Help! Fashion Trends and Beauty Products Leave Me Baffled
Get Pregnant Fast Oh no, another invitation to a “Ladies Night Out!” Come explore our latest beauty products! Hair treatments! Nail wraps! Body treatments! Foot masks! Aromatherapy candles! Organic cleaning supplies! Trendy decor that looks vintage but is totally new! AAAAAHHH! At moments like these, all I want to do is curl up under a…
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Why I Waited Until 40 to Marry and Ended Up Divorced: A Candid Reflection
Get Pregnant Fast I got married at 40, but it wasn’t by design. I simply didn’t see the point in rushing into marriage. When I was 22, a boyfriend proposed, but I was far more focused on independence than on being a wife. I wanted to be self-sufficient and assured that I could take care…
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The Baby Days Are Behind Me, And I Long for the Mom I Once Was
Menu Parenting Get Pregnant Fast The era of babyhood has come to a close for my family, and the feeling is a mix of nostalgia and growth. By Jessica Landon Dec. 25, 2023 As I drove past a mother maneuvering her double stroller along the road, I couldn’t help but reminisce about the days when…
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Why I Wish I Had Ended My Marriage Earlier
Get Pregnant Fast Six years ago, during a lunch with my sister, I expressed, “If I believed in myself more, I would leave him today.” Her reply was filled with understanding, “I know you would. I can’t imagine being in your position.” It was evident she had been waiting for me to voice my feelings.…
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5 Important Lessons I Gained in the Five Years Following Cancer Treatment
Get Pregnant Fast It’s hard to believe that five years have passed since I completed my cancer treatment. The day I had been anxiously awaiting finally arrived, and here I am, sitting in that same waiting room, filled with a mix of emotions. The smell alone is enough to make my stomach churn. As I…
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Embracing the Chaos: Sometimes I’m a Flawed Mom, but I’m Also a Wonderful One
Get Pregnant Fast Sitting at a cozy table in the local YMCA’s Tropical Smoothie, I was engrossed in various fun learning activities with my 5-year-old daughter, Lily. We were sharing giggles, writing heartfelt journal entries about our loved ones, crafting bar graphs with colorful conversation hearts, and diving into storybooks. In that moment, a woman…