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What I’m not apologizing for anymore…

1. Half the time I don’t know where my phone is and the other half I just don’t want to talk.

2. I get tired of being around people fairly quick these days. If I do go out it’s a matter of time before I’m ready to get back home to my family.

3. Me, Me, Me… mama needs a break and I will not let Mom Guilt bring me down.

4. There are times when people may upset me but I’m learning that the uproar isn’t necessary. Sometimes you just can’t let the world get the best of you.

5. Everybody can’t come with you on your journey in life. Doesn’t have to be any animosity… if it doesn’t align, decline.

6. No is a complete sentence and I don’t owe anyone any explanations. Simple.

7. I brought my babies into this world and everything about them is important to me and I refuse to miss any special moments big or small.

8. Marriage is Sacred and I will never let the opinions of others interfere and our business is our business.

9. I am on a personal journey and I will cater to my peace, my needs, and my happiness unapologetically.

#Lemon8Diary #unapologetic #unfiltered #vulnerablemom

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