Tag: parenting
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The Last First Day
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Be still my heart. This is the Last First Day. My oldest is a senior in high school. Lord, hold me. How did we get from this: To this: It seems impossible yet it’s happening all around me. Kids are growing up. Last night I went up to Natalie’s room…
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It’s Okay
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My mom told me a story once. It was about me in grade school. My teacher, Mr. G, told my mom what happened. He said he was helping me zip up my coat and the zipper broke. He said, “Oh, Susan, I’m so sorry” and he said he felt really…
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Letter to My Daughter on Her First Day of High School
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I woke up this morning thinking “Where did the time go?” I remember the day you were born. Well, actually, I’ll be honest, it’s a blur. After being induced and then going through 24 hours of labor, I was exhausted. And then upon seeing you, I was exhilarated… and scared…and…