“As he got closer, he saw me and was shocked. He just kept saying, ‘Oh my god, I can’t believe this is really happening!’ I gave him a big hug and felt his heart racing.”

- Love What Matters
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“As he got closer, he saw me and was shocked. He just kept saying, ‘Oh my god, I can’t believe this is really happening!’ I gave him a big hug and felt his heart racing.”
“When they brought Olivia’s bone marrow into the room, there was a very intense presence knowing we were about to witness our daughter’s cells and our son’s become one right in front of our eyes.”
“It’s knowing what time to roll sleepy kids out of bed and who wants mayonnaise and the exact location of those lost shoes every single time. It’s keeping track of picture day and our turn to have the class hamster and which Saturday to bring soccer treats. It’s remembering favorite colors and favorite meals and shoe sizes. And if the tiny details of childhood matter to them, then they matter so much to me.”
“My husband of 7 years told me he didn’t want kids. I was utterly shocked and confused. We had already started saving for their education. I contemplated my choices, none of which were part of my plan. Divorcing someone I loved didn’t seem fair, but life without a family didn’t make sense to me.”
“Some moms cook elaborate meals and some teach their kids to make Mac and cheese in the microwave. They’re both awesome.”
“Sometimes I get so lost in my own stress and frustration that I forget my kids can have those big, scary feelings too.”
“We may take baby steps, but please wait for us to come back.”
“This year on Bereaved Mother’s Day, I received no texts or calls. No flowers or cards.”
“So pause, sweet girl, to embrace her love and take it all in. Because a nana is a beautiful bundled gift, a gift not to be taken for granted.”
“Let’s stop being too proud to be vulnerable about our struggles. What if your story encourages another mom to get back up after a hard day? What if your mistakes give another mother hope?”