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I Will Always Carry You

Posted on January 21, 2016
by Sharon Suchoval

You were very tired this morning when I lifted you out of bed and carried you downstairs. As the weight of your growing body pressed down on my arms, I knew in my head that I wouldn't be able to carry you much longer. But…

The Girl in the Rearview Mirror

Posted on January 9, 2016
by Sharon Suchoval

There's a girl in the rearview mirror. This is her first time in a car. She's sleeping soundly after recovering from her grand entrance into the world. We've just met, but I already love her more than I've ever loved anyone in my life. …

I Was Late To Work Because You’re Beautiful

Posted on October 7, 2015
by Sharon Suchoval

There are many legitimate reasons to be late for work: Traffic Weather The alarm didn't go off Doctor's appointment The car wouldn't start My reason for being late today doesn't appear on this list. I was late because you are beautiful. I woke up with…

The Little Things That Take My Breath Away

Posted on September 1, 2015
by Sharon Suchoval

Once upon a time, there was a man and a woman who dreamt of having a child. There were days when it seemed that it would never happen, but they kept hoping and praying that one day, they would hear cries in the middle of…

The Hurt That Every Mother Knows

Posted on August 12, 2015
by Sharon Suchoval

I was heading to bed the other night and went into your room first to kiss you goodnight, like I always do. And you were sound asleep...and absolutely perfect. I watched you for a while. I smiled. I remembered. I wished. I prayed. And I…

50 Things to Do With Kids Before Summer Ends

Posted on August 3, 2015
by Sharon Suchoval

Some of life's best memories are created during the lazy days of summer. Here are 50 ideas for how to create some great memories before the school bell rings. Go on a mystery drive. Jump in the car, set the timer and every 5…

Kids Don’t Grow Up Fast – They Just Grow Up

Posted on June 18, 2015
by Sharon Suchoval

Almost every parent has used the phrase "they grow up so fast!" I don't think that's true. You aren't growing up fast. I think you are growing up just right. But here is the sad part: I'll miss the little you. I once knew a…

The 5 Best Things You May Have Missed This Week

Posted on June 6, 2015
by Sharon Suchoval

Sixth-Grade Girls Create Prosthetic Hands for Kids in Need - Parenting Three Columbia, S.C., sixth-grade girls used their brilliant young minds to come up with a creative and charitable project: creating prosthetic hands for kids who need them by using a 3D printer. My…

Let the Children Play…Alone

Posted on April 19, 2015
by Sharon Suchoval

I've noticed a strange, and rather disturbing trend lately when I go to play areas with my daughter. The disturbing thing is called parents. I absolutely believe that parents should be watching their small kids to make sure that they don't get hurt, but they…

Lessons from My Bathtub

Posted on October 18, 2011
by Sharon Suchoval

"Life is all memory, except for the one present moment that goes by you so quickly you hardly catch it going." -- Tennessee Williams ------------------------------- I was giving my daughter a bath last night when I noticed something amazing. She was playing with her submarine…

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