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This post is for the moms. Honestly, all of my posts are, but given how overwhelmed every mother in my life is right now, this one is really for the moms.
There is so much pressure to create memories, stick to traditions, and make all the magic for the kids. And I take this role very seriously as I am the adult in the family who is primarily responsible for this with my kids—so I’m actually not going to start this by saying you should just opt out.
I mean, you can of course opt out of anything this month that feels too hard or too stressful. But: We can also simply find easier way to do the things we want to do with and for our kids.
We can make the most of this season without burning ourselves out completely. Here’s my plan to simplify cooking, enjoy time with my kids, and make those holiday memories…all while staying sane.
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Thank you Amy for your raw honesty about being a mom, and sharing all the hard parts of being a mom. I too am going through a divorce and have been relying on your recipes to feed my child. It’s not always easy, and some days I do just have to reach into the freezer for dinner. I haven’t had much energy to make full course meals yet, I’m still struggling with finding what I truly like to eat and simultaneously trying to match my daughter’s taste buds. Thank you for sharing your journey and showing us all your compassion. I feel so seen 😊
It’s so hard and I hope that things ease soon—and if not, that you can trust that it will at some point. That in between phase is so challenging, but you are worth it!