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| Mom Moments
These short, personal stories will encourage mom in her vital role as a woman and mother. |
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 Queen for a Day
Mom attempts to find a moment of respite with a hot shower, but her plans are quickly altered. more... |
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 How to Save a Bird
I typically ignore thumps and clunks that I hear around the house. But this one caused quite the commotion. more...
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I Just Want to Be With You
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| The balance between getting work done and spending quality time with your kids is difficult. But, sometimes, the interruptions can be precious. more... |
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My Sad Little Jedi
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| Need a reminder of some rewards of parenting? Hear this mom's story of a lost coloring picture and a brotherly act of kindness. more... |
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Just Say Yes
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| When you are a new mom, doesn’t it seem like everyone feels compelled to give you advice? more... |
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The IEP is Not About Me
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| My son’s teaching team asked questions and made suggestions. They said normal words like fine motor skills and language. But then they said learning disability and testing. more... |
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Taking a Sick Day
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| Until last night, I had a grand Ten Step Plan laid out for coping with the demands of motherhood while being sick. more... |
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MOPS Mom to the Rescue!
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| After the deafening crush of metal, the next sound I heard was my daughter shrieking wildly. My heart was beating out of my chest. more... |
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The Best Migraine Day Ever
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| My house is full of dump trucks and robots and stinky shoes. But one day last summer, those sticky little boys took me by surprise. more... |
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Above and Beyond
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| Winner of the MOPS International Writing Contest. "Are there any new pregnancies to announce?" more... |
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In the Company of Baby
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| Winner of the MOPS International Writing Contest. “Ever have one of those days when it feels like you haven’t spoken to another adult in ages?” more... |
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Message in a Giggle
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| I heard the voice from the little body velcroed to my side saying: “It’s a bull! I think it’s a bull, Mama!” more... |
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Following His Lead
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| I had been a confident, respected professional. Now I was content to
stay in my nightgown 'til noon, shower and change into a fresh one. more... |
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Enough
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| I don’t like feeling out of control. But the truth is, no matter how much I plan ahead, sometimes motherhood is hard. more... |
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Jesus Loves Me
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Our children often exasperate us, but there are moments when they do
something so beautiful that it strikes us right in the heart. more... |
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