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Motherly Qualities: 25 Characteristics Of A Good Mom

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I became a mom for the first time 11 years ago. Bringing my first child, Lauryn, home came with a bundle of nerves. My heart was pounding with a mix of awe and anxiety as I tried to figure out how I’d handle motherhood. Since I grew up without my mom, I doubted my ability […]

What to Get Husband for Christmas: 120 Thoughtful Gift Ideas for Every Taste

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It’s one of my yearly tasks to understand what to get my husband for Christmas because I want the gift to be something he’ll use and like.  That’s why I’ve put together this handy list of thoughtful gift ideas for him that will check all the boxes: things he’ll actually like, that fit within your […]

Why Do I Feel Disconnected From My Husband? 5 Top Reasons

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My husband walks in the door; we share a fleeting smile—he’s just off from work, and I’m buried in my latest blog project. He heads to the kitchen, and moments later, we’re sitting on separate couches, him with his dinner and Netflix, me glued to my screen.  We have a small talk and our chat […]

How Do You Express Gratitude To Your Family? 7 Proven Ways 

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Parents set the tone for our family’s behavior, so the load is on us to be the flag bearer of positivity. And that brings along some extra pressure: how do you express gratitude to your family? For example, if it’s the mother’s nature to not feel grateful or not show it, the little ones mirror […]

Can’t Relax Until The House Is Clean? Know This!

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“Why can’t relax until the house is house is clean?” This is a question I see so many women asking in an online community I recently joined. In fact, I have also been one of those moms with this exact question until I learned the why. I was constantly stressed, anxious, and would find myself […]

Best Hobbies for Ladies: 17 Interesting & Satisfying Options

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If you’ve ever found yourself on your phone, scrolling through endless reels, and thinking, “There has to be more to life than this,” I get it because I’ve been there too.  Between balancing work deadlines and making sure the kiddos are where they need to be, we often put our passions on the back burner. […]

10 Best Things to do in Huntsville, Alabama: A Visitors Guide by a Local 

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Hey, y’all.  If you’re planning a trip to Huntsville, you’re in for a treat. As someone who proudly calls this lively city home, I can’t wait to share all the spots that make it so special.  I get it—planning a trip can feel like herding cats. You want to hit all the must-see places without […]

155+ Stress-Relieving Hobbies for Moms in Their 40s

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When was the last time you did something just for you? If you’re a 40-something mom, you may have trouble remembering that because, SAME.  Our days often spin on the crazy carousel of kids, work, and managing a home. There’s a lot to do and not enough time. But in between the tiring life, finding […]

The (Actually) Perfect Daily Routine for Working Moms

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The textbook daily routine for working moms starts with preparing breakfast and ends with a bedtime story session. In between, mama goes to work, remains on her feet all day, faces toxic office politics, and comes back just in time to dish out another meal. And then she has to think about what we are […]