Ah, youth, so fun, so fleeting. It feels like just yesterday we were kids flapping shut our Trapper Keepers and rushing home to hit the Atari…or something like that. Now we’re the ones having kids, and the youth of today are using devices we only knew in the context of Star Trek: The Next Generation.
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We reached out to Tina Haupert, blogger of Carrots ‘n’ Cake, to share a post about her first year of motherhood – what she learned and what she loved most about it. Many people become even more financially aware when they embark on life milestones that change their mindframe from “me” to “we.” This can be getting married, having a baby or even taking care of an elderly parent. The theme is, it’s the moment you have someone in your life who you always want to take care of, even when you can’t be around. This is an ideal that parents everywhere can relate to.
The journey of motherhood is different for everyone, and Tina felt that the best way to convey this is through a note to Quinn about her first year as his mom:
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Life can throw us unexpected curve balls. From a colleague being laid off to the death of a close friend’s loved one, finding the right words to say can be difficult. Sometimes it’s even more difficult to know what you can do to provide comfort and support. Luckily, the right thing to say (or do) does exist and can offer consolation without being too intrusive.
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Inspiration and creativity can come from almost anywhere – the rise of street art, Improv Everywhere‘s NYC pranks and the blend of physical and digital worlds with 3D printing all prove this. Sometimes we just need a push in the right direction to find it. Quotes, Pinterest and Tumblr are just a few go-to sources to inspire creativity, but there are many more resources available that are waiting for you to discover them. From eye-opening books and movies to motivational classes and trips, a little inspiration pick-me-up can be found in these places:
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Barack and Michelle Obama. Kate Middleton and Prince William. Jay-Z and Beyonce. The secret to their success isn’t so hush-hush after all.
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Being a newlywed couple can be both thrilling and challenging. You have a lifelong partner for support and to build memories with, but you also have to learn to compromise and communicate about important stages in your newlywed journey. Because we’re fans of planning ahead, the following topics, including chores, personal finances and term life insurance policies, are ones newlyweds should consider in their first year of marriage and will help with making positive steps toward planning a future together.
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