writing
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About time
Time is funny. It’s like each time I look in the mirror, I see a different person. The first time I looked, I saw this girl with fear in her eyes, she had just found out she was pregnant. The next time I looked, I saw the same girl, but she did not seem so Continue reading
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May 10, 2023
I remember my lolo telling me when I was younger that the most painful thing anyone can make us feel is disappointment. This sentence has been sitting in my drafts for almost two years now. I loved being pregnant. Although terrifying, I also loved giving birth. And most of all, I love being a mom. Continue reading
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My 27th Birthday
I remember waking up on my birthday feeling so loved. I moved to the US three years ago. I was born in the Philippines on January 8, 1998. So, when the clock strikes 8:00 in the morning of January 7 PST, it’s already my birthday!!! (Because it’s the 8th in the Philippines.) So, basically, my Continue reading
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Dreamt of an angel
Mark visited me in my dream the other night. I woke up feeling so light and heavy at the same time. That dream was full of symbolism, but I won’t go into the other parts. I feel like I have to share what I saw and felt when Mark was in it. So here goes. Continue reading
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Dear Amelia
This week, it was just us two. It was lovely. We settled into our own little routine quite naturally. I love our every day together. Our home is filled with peace, love, laughter… and chaos here and there. It’s the best. Amelia, you are growing up so fast. Recently, we have been working on you Continue reading
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Dear Amelia
Hi my love, it’s been a while. I am on my lunch break, and you are sleeping. You are already eight months old. You’ve grown two of your bottom teeth. You like balls. So tomorrow when I get paid, I will buy you more balls. You have the most amazing giggles. My goal every day Continue reading
About Me
Hello, I’m Margaux.
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