This post originally appeared on Parent.co (now Mother.ly). I see the picture as I’m scrolling through my news feed and feel a pang in my chest. I’ve never considered myself the jealous type, but I can’t deny that that’s what this is—jealousy, mixed with loneliness. A group of kids, several families’ worth, smile at the […]
Hey Moms, This is How Your Friend Without Kids Really Sees You
A guest post by Nicole Lever My appreciation for mothers began a few years ago when some of my closest girlfriends began the journey into motherhood. A conversation I had with one dear friend planted the first seed of gratitude. It was summer vacation and we were on our way to a local beach. With […]
Week 36: How to Lose Friends and Alienate People
First time joining me for the Keeping It Real Challenge? Click here to find out what it’s all about. Have you ever been hit so hard by a realization that it almost physically hurts? I have. Just the other day, in fact. I’m not exactly sure how to explain this without going into all the […]
Week fourteen: Circle of friends
If you’re just joining me, please click here to find out what this is all about. When I met Eric, he had a great group of friends. They welcomed me in with open arms and soon I was a part of their frequent get togethers. We would meet up at church, go out for dinner, […]