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Notes from the in-
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Honest essays on womenhood, selfhood, and the seasons in between
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Terry Hekker, the Woman Who Gave Everything and Had to Rebuild.
@ freshfiction.com Choosing to be a stay-at-home mother is one of the most noble sacrifices a woman can offer her family. But have you ever stopped to think about what would happen to you if your husband left? If he lost his job? Or, though we rarely dare to imagine it, if he passed away? What would you do then? Have you considered yourself not only as a mother, but as an individual? Are you truly comfortable with your entire existence depending on another person? Now, you ma

Blanche,
Nov 24, 20255 min read


Life Tips to Avoid Burnout as a Busy Stay-at-Home Mom
Being a stay-at-home mom is rewarding, but it can also be exhausting. Between managing the home, supporting your spouse, raising children, volunteering, and juggling side jobs, it’s easy to feel like you’re constantly on the edge of burnout. But burnout doesn’t just happen overnight; it builds gradually when you’re doing too much without a system, a break, or a moment to regroup. If you’ve read my previous post, you already know that my schedule looks full. And many people as

Blanche,
Nov 15, 20254 min read


Life Took Over… Here’s What Happened
Recently, my family and I moved thousands of miles away. In military jargon, it’s called a PCS (Permanent Change of Station). But that simple acronym barely captures the emotional and practical upheaval that comes with it. As a stay-at-home mom and military wife, I’ve grown used to adapting, rebuilding, and redefining home wherever we go. Still, this PCS humbled me in ways I did not expect. When we received our orders, I felt genuine excitement. Moving out of the United State

Blanche,
Nov 15, 20254 min read
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