Mother knows best

Dear Brand New Mom

Dear Brand New Mom,

I remember feeling like I was semi-equipped for the first three months of my baby’s life. Beyond that, it was a big, blank mystery. Maybe I wouldn’t have been ready to hear about what came after those first weeks, but in retrospect, I think I would have appreciated if someone had given me a heads up or some pointers. Anyway, as one who’s only had ten months of motherhood experience, I’m not that far ahead. But hopefully what I have to say will be helpful to you. Here are some things I wish someone had told me:Read More

dear extrovert (an honest letter from an introvert)

Dear Extroverts (An Honest Letter from an Introvert)

[This post is in response to my friend, Amelia’s, post entitled “Dear Introverts (An Honest Letter from an Extrovert).”  It is the first in a series of posts about My Introvert Life.]

Dear Extroverts,

You amaze me.  Your outgoing friendliness, your capacity for life and people, your sheer energy!  I’m fascinated by the way you can go from engagement to engagement without taking a break.  And how you never seem to be at a loss for words.

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