Happy Father’s Day to the amazing fathers who take genuine joy in being fathers. Those who show up consistently, lead with love, embrace the responsibility, and understand that fatherhood is not just a title, but a privilege.
You’re amazing.
this man ran an entire country, took down Osama Bin Laden, gave us life-changing healthcare legislation, and direct eye contact with Michelle is what makes him weak at the knees 😭
“He has childhood trauma.” So do I.
“He’s under a lot of pressure at work.” So am I.
“He’s just overwhelmed.” Me too.
The only difference is that we excuse men’s behavior, and shame women for not carrying it.
I’M THINKING ABOUT THE FACT THAT I’VE NEVER MET A WOMAN WHO HASN’T BEEN TREATED LIKE SHT BY A MAN. YOU EVER THINK ABOUT THAT? YOU EVER THINK ABOUT THE FACT THAT IT’S A DEFINING EXPERIENCE OF WOMANHOOD TO BE SUBJECTED TO THE CRUELTY OF MEN?NOTHING BREAKS MY HEART MORE THAN THAT
Girl to girl: be that girl again.
Get disciplined again. Take care of yourself again. Eat better & move your body again. Oil your edges & drink your water again. Start praying & reading your Bible again. Get your money up and sleep 8 hours again. Find your spark and put yourself first.
After giving birth, a woman's internal wounds take six months to heal, 12 months for physical recovery, two years for hormonal balance, and up to five years to rediscover her identity. Relationships frequently fail during this time due to a lack of understanding. Be kind and patient with new mothers; they are facing more challenges than it appears.