It wasn't entirely shocking, then (by the laws of karma), that when I became pregnant in the winter of 2012, I was certain that I was carrying a little girl. (SIDE NOTE: There were some blood test irregularities that caused docs to tell me I'd likely miscarry; I dug in my heels and said I knew I was carrying my tough girl who'd endure. Ha, ha, bitches...told ya!) A 3D scan at 20ish weeks proved me right.
From there, I've come to see, feel, and outright embrace the power of amazing women. I've always had at least one tremendous woman in my life (hey, Mom!), but I never really planned on acquiring a group, a squad, if you will, of amazing women who inspire me. Even more peculiar? Some of the most amazing and influential women in my life are those with whom I share the daily grind, the ones who've similarly chosen to devote their lives to learning, the pursuit of knowledge, and the potential to build the future through each new class of students. These are just some of my girls:
We encourage and support and absolutely love one another, a self-selected family built on shared values and problems through our overlapping life choices. Date nights at The Melting Pot? Check. Half-hearted attempts at healthy living through fitness classes? Yep. Mutual corruption via wine and Cards Against Humanity? Oh, you know it.
These are women who are teachers, wives, mothers...women who are doing it all to have it all. And what's incredible? They let me run with them. I hope I can keep pace, ladies, and I hope that someday I can be half as awesome as all of you. Much love to you all.
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