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The Bane of My Marital Existance
When I was about sixteen years old, I told my mom that I wanted one of those 1940’s vanities for my bedroom. You know the ones with the big mirrors and the dropped…
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Go to the Mattresses.
I need to reach out to the men for a minute. For some of you, you haven’t reached this point in your relationship quite yet. For others, this will be a battle that…
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Climbing Out of the Hole
This post is a long-time coming and is a direct order from Chris, who, in addition to all the other titles he holds in my life, now holds the title of, “Therapist.” This…
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You Drive Me Crazy. Seriously.
This is my husband, Chris. He’s been my main squeeze, my heartbeat, my best friend, my everything since I was fifteen years old. He’s a wonderful husband and an incredible father. But when…
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I Need a Filter
Last night I had to go to the emergency room. Don’t believe me? Check out my cool new paper bracelet. BAM! How’s that for official? I think I’m going to wear it to…
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I Don’t Wanna.
So. I’m pregnant. 14 weeks pregnant today, to be exact. Don’t be fooled by my smile. This is what I really feel like doing. I’m such a lady. But I can’t help it.…
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The Evolution of a Family Man
When Chris and I were dating, he didn’t have the greatest track record in the loyalty department. In high school, he was my boyfriend by title only, really. If you counted all the…
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Questions to Ask Before You Get Married
Last week I got a lovely email from a reader who is about to get engaged. She wanted to know what questions she should ask herself about her partner before saying, “I do!” …
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On the Sunny Side of the Street (Freaking Finally!)
Well, ain’t it nice to see you all again! I have missed you! But I had a much needed little time-out with the fam and we are all in a much better place…
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Operation BWYP: Almost There, But Not Quite
Since moving our family from Connecticut to Florida five months ago, Chris and I have been working on Operation: Bloom Where You Are Planted in our marriage. It’s what we are calling our…
