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My children and I will swim in the ocean at sunrise before school begins. We’ll rise at the crack of dawn to cotton candy sunrises and critters that chirp, and we’ll dive into the milky waters, letting it wash away any worries we have for the day ahead.

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As a busy mom taking care of the new baby, taking care of your skin might seem like a hassle, but not to worry, because you can keep your skin happy and healthy with a few basic products.

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Mothers have the hardest job out there. They’re tough, hard-working, decisive, and resilient (plus many more lovely adjectives). Unfortunately, many moms are so humble that they don’t even notice how qualified they are for something SO empowering: entrepreneurship!

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This post is sponsored by Nature’s Way® Motherhood is messy and staggeringly beautiful. It is overflowing with great joy, laughter, tenderness, and immeasurable responsibility.

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You gave me blue eyes—the only part of me I find truly beautiful. You and I share the same blue eyes, and everyone else has brown. It’s a part of you no one else has but me. It makes me feel special.

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How many times had I allowed my ego to raise my child? I missed so many teaching moments because I did not take the time, be honest, and explain my reasoning. As a result, I squandered genuine opportunities to engage.

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Now, don’t get my wrong: at ages six and two, my kids are definitely most heavily influenced by their mom and dad at this stage. But that won’t always be the case. And when they’re “out in the world,” will I be fixated on wielding my power over how they “turn out,” or will I be a steady, nurturing operating base from which they can explore?

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How can I express my gratitude for the peace your presence brings?