March 16, 2013
by Maralee
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So I wrote a post recently about how Saturdays kind of stink when you’re a mom. Part of that post included how my husband isn’t exactly helpful on Saturdays the way I would like him to be. It was surprising … Continue reading
March 15, 2013
by Maralee
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Husbands, ever wonder why your wives are cranky on Saturdays? It’s Saturday—the day where people are supposed to be relaxed and happy and seizing the moment. I’m going to fill you in, but it will require a trip down memory … Continue reading
March 4, 2013
by Maralee
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I love raising boys. I am currently raising two beautiful boys through adoption and my surprise bio baby son. Before these boys entered my life I was a housemom in a boys’ home to 17 amazing young men. I really … Continue reading
February 26, 2013
by Maralee
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My husband is a hard worker. I didn’t really know this about him when we were dating and I was pretty sure I was–for better or worse–marrying the class clown. Turns out the same dedication to his craft he pursued … Continue reading
February 21, 2013
by Maralee
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IT’S OUR FIRST GIVEAWAY!! (Giveaway is completed- come see our winners over here) Valentine’s Day for the busy Mom- You make your child sign and address 25 Valentine’s, try to manage the post-Valentine sugar insanity, make the heart-shaped meatloaf (nothing … Continue reading
January 17, 2013
by Maralee
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For all the complexities of infertility, this post may be surprisingly short. Supporting an infertile (or “intermittently fertile” as I jokingly call myself since I’ve been able to get pregnant, but had difficulty carrying to term) friend is just a … Continue reading
January 16, 2013
by Maralee
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So I had a new post all ready to go about how to help a friend deal with their infertility. It seemed like the right next step after writing about the shame we feel as we struggle through those barren … Continue reading
January 14, 2013
by Maralee
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Do you know somebody who is struggling with infertility? Whether you can name somebody or not, I bet there are people in your circle who are in the midst of charts, temperatures, consultations, medications, and doctor visits. So why would … Continue reading
August 27, 2012
by Maralee
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Gary Chapman has a great book that most of us have been exposed to at some point. In his book “The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love that Lasts” he details what he perceives to be the five ways … Continue reading
August 8, 2012
by Maralee
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There are lots of good reasons to stay married. You already know them. At least you think you do. When we got married ten years ago I was pretty sure life would always feel like a road trip- my man … Continue reading