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Take Better Care of Your Kids by Taking Better Care of Yourself

March 14, 2018 by BlessingsInSurprise

As a parent, it seems only natural to put myself last at every opportunity.  Yesterday, however, my eyes were opened to a new phenomenon.

A few years ago, I got married, moved to the country and became a full-time mother to my husband’s 3 kids.  I really haven’t done too much of anything for myself on a regular basis since I took on these new responsibilities.  It’s also very rare that I ever see or talk to my friends from back home.

I want my family to come first no matter what.  However, I just learned … Read More »

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