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One of the best things I’ve done recently in terms of feeling good about myself as a parent is draw my attention to how often I “show up” as a parent rather than insist on evaluating “how I do” when I show up. (This reflection brought to you by two weeks of snow days).

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Screenshot of a Signal poll asking “What’s better dogs or cats,” with two votes for each option.

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