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Wu-Tang is for the Children
Two Christmases ago, our family grew by four paws when we welcomed our very first real family pet, Wu-Tang. She’s a Cavapoo with fur the
November 19, 2024
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Throwback Thursday: Hair Today, Hair Tomorrow
This week’s Throwback Thursday is being composed as I avoid the tasks of hair brushing for the night. Since this post, the number of heads
November 14, 2024
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Why Returning to the Office is Harder for Working Moms: The Mental Load Explained
The COVID-19 pandemic upended our lives. What started as a “two-week” curve-flattening exercise extended to years of lockdowns and restrictions, reshaping every aspect of daily
November 13, 2024
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First-Time Competitive Cheer Mom: Tales from the Sidelines
When Princess E told me she wanted to join competitive cheer, I thought, “Sure, how hard could it be?” Hahahaha spoiler alert: It’s REALLY HARD!
October 28, 2024
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Sorry, Can’t, We Have Baseball: The Life of a Little League Parent
With only a brief pause during the pandemic, my son Ike has been playing baseball since he was barely old enough to hold a bat.
October 22, 2024
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Throwback Thursday: San Diego Zoo
Eight years ago, we embarked on an adventure to San Diego, and it turned out to be quite the experience—especially for Ike, who was taking
October 10, 2024
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Ice Cream Dreams and Reading Together
Sunday evenings in our household are a whole vibe. It’s our time to prep for the busy week ahead. Between sports, clubs, and social events
October 9, 2024
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Throwback Thursday : Graduation Day
Gabby’s High School Graduation: A Journey of Strength, Achievement, and Growth Graduation Day May 22nd, 2014 A High School Graduate in Our Midst!
September 19, 2024
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How Not to Visit the Atlanta Zoo: A Hilarious Guide
Planning a trip to the Atlanta Zoo in July? Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to make it a memorable, albeit chaotic, experience with an
September 7, 2024
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A Parent’s Worst Nightmare
Reflections on the Apalachee High School Tragedy and a Call for Action As a mother of two young children, I am no stranger to worrying
September 6, 2024
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In Search of the 25th Hour
Oh Hi. Hello. Welcome to insearchofhe25thhour. Are you looking for some extra time in your day too? Join me as I try to navigate through the most efficient way to spend our 24 hours with a busy family, work, and social life while at the same time continue my search for just a little bit more time in the day.