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Since she was a tiny little thing⁣⁣, my Maddie Mae has been a fashionista.⁣⁣⁣She’s always had a knack for putting together outfits in wonderfully unique ways and then strutting around confidently in her choices. ⁣⁣⁣⁣Recently, on a pink tutu, glitter-riffic, floral bomber kind of day, her self-doubt made it feel impossible to get out of […]

Self-Acceptance Inspired by a Tiny Fashionista

self acceptance inspired by a tiny fashionista

Motherhood, Wellness

Curious Living, Motherhood, Wellness

Is it a mid-life crisis or mid-life awakening?

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That is my first grey hair. Is that a milestone? Should I send it to my mom for a special place in my baby book? ⁣⁣⁣⁣I think no, but it does symbolize the beginning of a fascinating new chapter.⁣⁣You see, I’ve been over here having my” Eat, Pray, Love” moment, except mine was more cry, […]

Is Oversharing the New Mid-Life Crisis?

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Looking for Answers I don’t have a diagnosis. If I had to guess, I would say ADHD and High-Functioning Anxiety.  Each time I visit a doctor for help, they ask if there are times I can’t get out of bed for two weeks. When I say no, they offer me medication and send me on […]

Maternal Mental Health- ADHD & Anxiety

Christine Coughlin The In-Between

Wellness

Motherhood, Relationships

photograph of a beautiful girl smiling at the camera surrounded by vintage clock faces

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⁣⁣Strong women have always complicated my life. Lesley Lambert and I struggled endlessly for control of our girl group when we were 12. My sister and I continue our power struggles to this day. I tormented my junior high best friend, Kelly, because she felt like a competition. ⁣⁣⁣⁣Kelly Fraser was beautiful inside and out. […]

Tale of a Reformed Mean Girl