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Nothing Good Happens After Midnight and Other Lessons From My Youth
“…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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Tagged children, faith, family, family humor, family life, god, inspiration, kids, life, life lessons, memories, parenting
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How to Be A Better Mother
I just got back from a long weekend away with my girlfriends. Four glorious days with six of my friends: talking, laughing, eating, taking in the sun and walking the beach. It was glorious. A girlfriend getaway is something I … Continue reading
Posted in Family Life, gratitude, kids, life lessons, parenting, travel
Tagged family life, friendship, girlfriend getaways, kids, life, life lessons, mother, Mother's Day, motherhood, mothers, parenthood, parenting, travel
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21 Things Learned in 21 Years of Motherhood
photo courtesy of: http://blog.debutantemedia.com/social-media-safety-tips-for-parents/ 22 years ago, the doctor looked me in the eye and said, “Are we happy about this?” I could feel the heat rise to my cheeks, “Oh yes!” I answered, “It’s just a lot to take … Continue reading
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Tagged blessings, faith, family, family humor, family life, god, inspiration, kids, lessons learned, life lessons, parenting
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Learning to Spread Our Wings
“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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Tagged children, faith, family, god, kids, life lessons, parenting, risk
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Advice for My Younger Friends…
photo courtesy of: http://carmelharrington.com/2013/05/03/my-mind-says-im-in-my-20s-my-body-says-yeah-right/ How old are you again? What year were you born? Are you fifty yet? That’s what happens when you get old! Enough already. For all the years I’ve been a mother to children who could speak, … Continue reading
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Tagged aging, family, kids, life lessons, wisdom
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Join the Club: When it’s Time to Pay It Forward
photo source: http://community.sparknotes.com/2010/08/19/blogging-wuthering-heights-part-10 The older woman looked down into the stroller and smiled, “How old is she?” “Eight weeks,” I answered. We went on to chat about babies and sleep and 2:00 am feedings while she rang up my clothing … Continue reading
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Tagged faith, family life, god, gratitude, grief, inspiration, kids, life lessons, motherhood, parenthood, pay it forward, sadness
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How I Keep My Memories Alive
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
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Tagged children, family, kids, memory lane, parenting, technology
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The 4 Keys to Finding Patience
photo courtesy of: http://iheart7.com/2011/11/giving-children-their-privacy-nablopomo/ WE were at a stand off. I wanted her to do it, and she was refusing. Resolution was nowhere in sight. So I gave up, because this week of all weeks is not the week to … Continue reading
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Tagged family life, humor, kids, life lessons, parenthood, trials
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10 Things I Wish I’d Known Before Middle School
photo source: http://www.therightsideofnormal.com/2013/01/08/the-middle-school-teen-brain-shift/ “Is there anything good about middle school?” Her question made me laugh. I had to think quickly. “Of course!” I answered, “You’ll meet new friends, have more freedom, and you’re not stuck with the same teacher all … Continue reading
Posted in Faith, Family Life, God, gratitude, humor, inspiration, kids, life lessons, parenting, Uncategorized, Writing
Tagged family life, inspiration, kids, life lessons, middle school, parenting, youngest daughter
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5 Keys to a Rich Life…Thanks Mom
My mom and me at Tavern on the Green in NYC; 2009 “Five things she taught you,” he said, “it can be anything.” It was Mother’s Day and my brother was hosting the family get together. Each of us were … Continue reading
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Tagged family, inspiration, kids, life lessons, mothers, wisdom
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