As I walked out of my classroom door on the last day with students before winter break, it hit me like a tidal wave. The kind that comes out of nowhere, knocks the wind out of you, and leaves you standing there wondering how something invisible can feel so heavy. I was suddenly flooded with emotion, so much so that I didn’t even know where to begin processing it. All I knew was that I needed to make it to my car before the waterworks started.
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By a Mom Who Blinked and Somehow Ended Up With a 20-Year-Old
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It’s about half an hour before the end of the workday. My brain is fried, my to-do list is laughing at me, and I’m just trying to wrap things up when, ding!, the first text rolls in.
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As moms, we wear many hats, but one of our most important roles is being a teacher to our children. As we guide the next generation, we must shape them into capable, kind, and well-rounded adults. Here are five essential lessons that you should teach your kids to give them a strong foundation for a happy and successful life.
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A suitcase is a must-have for any globetrotter, even the youngest ones. Although some parents share a suitcase with their kids, buying your child their own bag has its advantages. Not only does it give them a sense of responsibility and independence, but it also helps make traveling easier and more enjoyable for the whole family. This article highlights the top reasons to buy your child their own suitcase.
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Most people hum along as normal for years on end without really thinking much about their life’s direction. Things are pretty much the same every day, and that seems normal.
Every once in a while, though, your thoughts change. You wonder whether you should be going through the motions or if it would be better to do something different.
Human beings love certainty. However, they also love uncertainty. Most people have a love-hate relationship with both. They love the fact that they have secure finances, for instance, but they hate the idea that they will need to work the same job for another forty years.
That’s why it’s always a good idea to keep a lookout for signs that your life might need a major revamp.
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Mom on the go in Holy Toledo 