Tag: acceptance
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Being a Mother Doesn’t Diminish My Identity as a Bisexual Woman
Get Pregnant Fast January 26, 2018 Image Source: Vladimir Vladimirov / Getty Images From the age of 11, I recognized my attraction to women, alongside my deep love for men. While I’ve had more relationships with men, that doesn’t negate my feelings for women. I was in a committed relationship with a man, and together…
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My Father Left Us When I Was Young, and the Pain Lingers On
Get Pregnant Fast I can recall my childhood memories in fragmented images, each one a piece of a puzzle long since scattered. I see my father exiting our home, a trash bag slung over his shoulder, filled with his belongings. I picture my mother, eight months pregnant with my brother, lying on the couch, staring…
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The Real Motivation Behind My Involvement at My Kids’ School
Get Pregnant Fast I was leaving my son’s elementary school recently when a fellow parent called out to me. “Are you always here?” She rolled down her window and leaned forward from the passenger seat of her SUV. And she was right—I do spend a lot of time at my child’s school. I make it…
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My Journey as an Arab-American: Navigating Prejudice in a Complex World
Get Pregnant Fast As an Arab-American, confronting prejudice is a continuous challenge that shapes my identity. My experiences are not the grand tales of discrimination often highlighted; rather, they are the subtle reminders that biases persist in our society. I am an American citizen, predominantly raised in the heart of the United States, born to…
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My Daughter’s ADHD: A Gift, Not a Burden
Get Pregnant Fast My 7-year-old daughter struggles to remain seated. Over the years, I’ve observed her classmates mastering the art of concentration. Initially, it was merely long enough to create drawings, then to sit at a desk and absorb lessons. I’ve seen them complete schoolwork without tearing pages or leaving the table in tears, and…
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The Reality Check: Only You Hold the Key to Your Happiness
Get Pregnant Fast In life, there are fundamental responsibilities that as adults, we must embrace. No one else will feed us, bathe us, or handle our basic needs. Trust me, the next time I find myself in the bathroom, I can shout, “I’m done! Wipe me!” until I’m hoarse — but ultimately, I’ll still have…
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Why It Stings When People Assume I’m Not My Daughter’s Mother
Get Pregnant Fast As a mother, few moments are as jarring as when someone questions your relationship with your child. I still remember the first time it happened. My daughter, Ava, with her stunning, curly black hair, radiant brown eyes, and smooth caramel skin, stands in stark contrast to my straight, blonde hair and fair…
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Revisiting Perez Hilton’s Controversial Views on His Son’s Sexuality: A Call for Reflection
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, a friend shared a piece about celebrity blogger Alex Rivera expressing his desire for his five-year-old son to be straight. Hearing an openly gay parent voice such a preference is disheartening and frustrating. It underscores a harsh reality: being part of the LGBTQ community doesn’t exempt someone from holding or passing…
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The Inspiring Mother of Portland Hero: A Lesson in Love and Resilience
Get Pregnant Fast In light of such horrifying news, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed with anger and despair. It might even seem appealing to shield our children from the world, keeping them safe within the confines of our homes. However, succumbing to fear is not an option. We cannot allow the dark forces of hate…
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My Aspirations for My Special Needs Son Starting Kindergarten This Fall
Get Pregnant Fast In our favorite park, there’s a rare albino squirrel that captures everyone’s attention. It’s an unusual sight, darting up trees with a peculiar swagger, often keeping pace with strollers while fixing you with its striking red eyes. Its brilliant white fur makes you want to inspect it like a designer handbag at…