American Politics & Why I Fear For My Daughter
I don’t admit this often but I’m afraid. Today, I am very, VERY afraid. I fear for myself and for
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Motherhood
I Will Read My Daughter’s Diary, If I Have To
Last month, I had the honor and privilege of hearing Sue Klebold speak at Mental Health America’s annual conference. (And if
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How Playing House Revealed The Severity Of My Depression
I watched my daughter futz around in her “kitchen:” She was grabbing plates and cups. She put bananas in the
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Having Kids Showed Me What My Mom Gave Up For Me
From 12 to 18, my mom and I had a tumultuous relationship. In her defense, I was a total brat
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To The Mother Whose Child Is “Throwing A Tantrum”
Last weekend, my husband and I went out to lunch. Well, my husband, myself, AND our two-year-old daughter. It wasn’t a birthday
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Stopping To Smell The Roses — And Play In Puddles
Last week, it rained. It wasn’t a big storm, and it didn’t last long, but it was just enough: enough
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What My Toddler Taught Me About Motherhood
“No, Mom; go ‘way!” Her words cut me. I was sure she didn’t mean them; she is two-years-old and her
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