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  • When Did It Get So Complicated?

    Shana Norris January 27, 2021 essays

    By Shana Norris. Often, what should be a joyful, festive activity becomes nothing more than another thing to get done.

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    Mommy Meltdowns: A Review

    Shana Norris December 6, 2020 reviews & interviews

    By Shana Norris. The Mother of All Meltdowns, an anthology that will make you feel anywhere from a little to a lot better about the last time you failed to act like the calm, mature, reasonable mom you strive to be.

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    My Regrets

    Shana Norris January 31, 2018 Empty Nest

    After sending her oldest to college, mom regrets all the missed opportunities to spend time with her.

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