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In the Chaos, Stillness
Illness, milestones, and meaningful moments as May comes to a close
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From Sick Days to Sea Breeze
A surprise cruise, some sandy toes, and a well-earned break after a week of illness and firsts.
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The Week Everything Hit at Once
Jump Seats, Fevers, and Tornadoes—Just Another Week with a Baby.
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One Year, One Nap, and One Extra Deep Dish
From celebrating our MVP mother-in-law to chasing a suddenly sitting Jasper, it’s been a week full of milestones, messes, and midnight surprises.
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April 2025

A New Season of Firsts
Finding strength in faith, family, and the unseen work of growth
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Faith, Family & Focus
From spiritual exploration to kangaroo chases, a reflection on distraction, identity, and what it means to show up—for yourself, your partner, and your…
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A Week of Work, Wander, and a Whole Lot of Orange
A week of meaningful connections, cultural celebrations, and the beginning of something personal and new.
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Balancing Work, Fatherhood, and Culture
A working dad reflects on fatherhood, a surprise work trip, and insights from India’s labor force
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Surviving the Dreaded 1-Year-Old Shots
Vaccinations hopefully with Less Stress and More Smiles
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March 2025

February 2025

Balancing Work, Parenthood, and Emotions
A Week of Milestones and Lessons
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Recharging, Learning, and Building: A Week of Growth and Family
From gym sessions and business ideas to family moments and a great new read—finding balance in a busy week.
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Turning 38: Life’s Plot Twist
Caught Between Big Projects, Missed Gym Sessions, and Precious Time with My Son
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Miles Apart, Heart Always Home
Navigating the Emotional Tug of Business Travel as a Parent
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January 2025

When Mom’s at Work, Jasper’s at Play
Finding the perfect daycare where little feet dance, tiny hands explore, and new friendships blossom while Mom conquers her day.
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Finding Balance in the Chaos
Embracing Snowstorms, Parenthood, and the Art of Being Present
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Baby Shark and a Busy Weekend: Memories in the Making
From endless energy to playful tunes, celebrating a whirlwind weekend filled with laughter, love, and a little “doo doo doo doo doo doo.”
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New Year, New Milestones
Kicking Off 2025 with Jasper’s First Full Week and Big Steps in Learning
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December 2024

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