Lauren Marie’s Blog
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Marriage is "Serious"
One thing I heard frequently enough to warrant this post was that marriage was “serious”.
3 minute read
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What to Call An Ex: Navigating Titles in Parenting [And Why]
There are two different situations in which I’ve had to refer to my ex and thereby have had to decide how to refer to him. The first occurs when I’m talking about him and he’s not around. The second occurs when I’m talking about him and he is around.
3 minute read
Learning to Accept the "D" Word
I talk a lot about acceptance. But there was one thing that was incredibly difficult for me to accept, and that was using the “d” word.
3 minute read
Navigating Valentine's Day Post-Divorce
Valentine’s Day is just a few days away. And it is a rough holiday. I’ve written about the myriad of emotions and experiences that come with Thanksgiving, Christmas, and the New Year. But Valentine’s Day is hard in a different way.
3 minute read
Second Chances
Almost a year after we separated, an unforeseen event resulted in my ex needing a temporary place to stay. He was a bit down. And I didn’t like seeing him like that. So I offered him a place to stay.
3 minute read
What About Gifts?
I found that most gifts could remain gifted. They didn’t need to be returned or destroyed. They could be enjoyed practically or sentimentally, without it meaning anything.
5 minute read
Packing My Ex’s Things
Seeing his things around my apartment only served as a painful reminder of what used to be and what was no longer. So I packed them myself.
4 minute read
Cleaning Social Media
Removing photos of my ex from social media was a visual embodiment of the clean slate I was taking.
4 minute read
About the Author
I'm Lauren— a mom, a coach's wife, an author, and a storyteller dedicated to helping women navigate life's transitions with strength and grace. Through my writing, I share real stories and practical insights on topics ranging from motherhood and co-parenting to finding purpose after divorce. Join me on this journey as we embrace resilience, humor, and growth in every chapter.
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Every time someone marvels at how easily Ava and Eddie love each other, I’m reminded that the gentlest family stories are the ones we build slowly, with intention and trust.