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23 Things I Wish I Could Tell My Younger Mama Self

Posted on May 10, 2017 by thewritertracy

Me holding my first child when she was a week old, 1994 I’ve been a mother for 23 years. That means in the last 23 years I’ve changed hundreds of diapers, picked up thousands of toys, held puking children and … Continue reading →

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Standing in the Middle of the Mess

Posted on August 24, 2016 by thewritertracy

She came down the stairs, a look of defeat on her face, “It feels like I’m not making any progress,” she said, “You can’t even tell I’ve done anything.” My oldest daughter is going to grad school and is moving … Continue reading →

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Like Mother, Like Daughter

Posted on May 7, 2016 by thewritertracy

If she were here, she’d have called me on the phone a month ago, asking me about my plans for Mother’s Day. I’d have said, “I don’t know Mom, I haven’t gotten there yet.” If she were here, she’d … Continue reading →

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Nothing Good Happens After Midnight and Other Lessons From My Youth

Posted on March 2, 2016 by thewritertracy

“…And you know what he said? He said, ‘It’s good to want, Tracy.’” I chuckled to myself at the memory. My daughter was less than impressed. “I know, Mom. You’ve already told me this story…” Had I? I couldn’t remember. … Continue reading →

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All I Want for Christmas is…

Posted on December 22, 2015 by thewritertracy

Dear Santa, Hello from Indiana. I hope you and the Mrs. are well. How are the elves? I’m hoping they aren’t too sleep-deprived during this last minute holiday rush in the workshop. I’m so excited that Christmas is just days … Continue reading →

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The Power of Accepting Change

Posted on August 20, 2015 by thewritertracy

The first day of school, captured from afar. “Are you sure I can’t come?” I asked, “I know the other moms are coming…” My daughter simply shook her head, “No, Mom,” she said, “You don’t need to be there.” It … Continue reading →

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Learning to Spread Our Wings

Posted on October 7, 2014 by thewritertracy

“Remember to ask your teacher about your project when you get to school,” I said. “Why can’t you just email her?” she asked. I could have, and the truth was, it would have been easier. “Because you need to … Continue reading →

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How I Keep My Memories Alive

Posted on April 30, 2014 by thewritertracy

At first, I thought it was overkill. But now, I’m so glad she did it. Last weekend was my middle girl’s prom. A big ordeal for all teens everywhere, but an even bigger one for my girl. A girl … Continue reading →

Posted in Family Life, gratitude, humor, inspiration, kids, life lessons, parenting, Uncategorized | Tagged children, family, kids, memory lane, parenting, technology | 8 Comments

When I say no, I (don’t) mean it!

Posted on October 25, 2013 by thewritertracy

It all started last May. One night after dinner my now eleven-year-old daughter grabbed my hand in hers, yelled for her Dad to “please come here” and urgently led us both to the basement. And there, in the center of … Continue reading →

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Lessons Learned from a Ten-Year-Old Entrepreneur

Posted on August 28, 2013 by thewritertracy

I’ve been a mother for 19 years. Three times I have given birth. Three times I have taught people how to go potty, tie shoes, and trim toenails. Three times I’ve pushed a little girl behind her bike until she … Continue reading →

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