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Some Pain Comes Tailored Made
These last three months have been coming at me fast, but oddly I find myself taking its impact like Neo dodging bullets in the matrix. I’m not saying, “I haven’t been hit.” But, the lessons I’m learning are making me stronger. My younger cousin lost her grandmother...
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Resilience Is Revealed During Prosperity Brunches in Baltimore
I’m fascinated by the resilience of black people. Call it self-love, black magic or favor; no matter the name, all my years of living have proven 5 things: #1. I Know to Wear Cute Socks. From the moment I received the invitation to my friend’s Prosperity Brunch, I knew I didn’t...
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Baltimore Is Flipping The Script
There are moments in life that move you to your feet. You feel the chill of goosebumps down your arms and your heart is full because real recognize real. Oh, Hi! I’m Dionne. A lot has changed since I started Mommy’s Open Diary seven years ago. Look at me, I have two additional...
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8 Reasons This Mother Hasn’t Called You
A friend of mine called me on Monday, left me a vague voicemail message, and I did not return her call until Wednesday. When I called, she proceeded to make me feel guilty for not responding as quickly as she expected. She used those sarcastic phrases I have become all too...
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Revealed: 10 Things That Happen Post Baby
Once you have children, your world changes. At least mine did. And, when I speak to women, I find that no matter our color or background, we tend to share similar experiences. I engaged in a little girl talk on Mommy’s Open Diary facebook page and discovered the Top 10...
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Mommy’s Diary
Here are pages from my diary–the random thoughts of a mother who thinks a lot, works a lot, and doesn’t mind speaking her mind. [ssba_hide]
Parent’s Confessional Videos
It’s amazing how much you can relate to others when you discuss “family”. Here are just a few of those personal stories, with more to come. [ssba_hide]
MOD eCards
Enjoy FUNNY eCards by Mommy’s Open Diary. It’s all about family, babies, childbirth and all the glorious stuff in between. Read! Laugh! Share!
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