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Sex Scares Me

Sophia had her 5th birthday party last night.  Her ocean theme was a big hit and after we sent all the kids home at bedtime post the flashlight seashell hunt we fell into chairs with some friends and some drinks.  Somehow the conversation turned to sex and I realized that one day my kids would [...]

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Letting Go, Yet Holding Tight

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Sophia my love, 5 years ago you were swimming in my body, just 20 days from being in my arms. 4 years ago you clung to our necks as we swirled you around in the pool and splashed in the ocean. 3 years ago you leapt off the side of the pool, your laugh filling [...]

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In which I maintain my resemblance to a bagel.

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This week I am trying to kick my own tush into gear.  I am no longer the mother f a newborn.  Violet is 17 months old and no longer wants to be used to shield my not yet back belly.  She was a great ruse for a long time.  Hey – look at the new [...]

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The Changes No One Told Me About

This week we’re talking change.  We all know this word very well.  Please welcome Tracy from It Builds Character as she talks about how fast the changes come when we become parents. Tracy can be found on twitter as  @ChiMomWriter.  She is a former career gal trapped in a mom’s body. Hold the mom jeans. [...]

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It’s Not Complicated: Simplicity in the Bathtub

Complicated is a perfect word for my life. But today I found one totally simple place in my life.  My guest bathtub.  And I am sharing it with you.  It’s another week of What’s Your Word?  If you have anything to say or share about this word…come on…link up! Now it’s your turn! Link up [...]

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