Youth soccer was demanding, and wearing my family out. My son's coach came up with a surprising solution.

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The author's kids spending time together at home.
The author spoke with her son's soccer coach, and he now attends fewer practices in favor of spending time at home with his family.

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I didn't expect my 40th high school reunion to be so emotional, but I was reminded how powerful those early years really are

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The author attended her high school reunion.

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My 3 kids are all 5 years apart. The age gap brings benefits and challenges.

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The author's kids are all five years apart.

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My husband got a job in a different city when our kids were in high school and college. The move was one of the hardest things I've ever done.

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The author (shown with her husband) said it took time for her to feel comfortable in a new city after a big move.

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I was overwhelmed planning a trip to Japan with my kids. A group tour was the solution.

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The author was overwhelmed when planning a trip to Japan with her kids.

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My parents lived with my family of 7 after selling their house. There were challenges, but I'd do it again in a heartbeat.

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The author's parents moved in with her and her family.

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I used ChatGPT to plan a vacation, while my partner used Claude. We pitted the itineraries against each other to surprising results.

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The author used AI bots to plan his trip to Tunisia.

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I was accepted into NYU, but chose a community college certification instead. Being debt-free was more important than prestige.

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The author turned down NYU's offer of acceptance.

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As a mother, I'm constantly surrounded by people, but I still feel lonely. I'm often too distracted to connect.

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Though she's often surrounded by people, the author (pictured with her family) says she still experiences loneliness.

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After moving to Alabama for my husband's job, I was lonely. The key to making friends was being the one to make plans.

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The author with four friends showing off watercolors they'd created in their watercolor club.
The author, right, hosts themed parties for friends, including a watercolor party.

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