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Boy in a Box or A New Twist on Mother’s Day
When I first became a mother on March 25, 1974, it was the fulfillment of a lifelong dream. The Mother Gene was very strong in me from the get-go. And as soon as I looked into that little face … Continue reading
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Tagged family photos, grandchildren, Mother's Day
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The Other Side of Mother’s Day
Ah, Mother’s Day. A mother surrounded by her adoring family; pampered, taken out to dinner, showered with gifts and cards. At least that’s how Hallmark sees it. The reality? It can be a painful, hellish holiday for so many women. … Continue reading
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Tagged abortion, adoption, childless woman, disabled mother, divorced mother, military mother, Mother's Day, rejection, single mother
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