"my 2 year old is obsessed with soup"
and other selected sparkles
remember, in this context:
secrets are the shadowy things that we want to share but might be tempted to hide because of shame/fear/social obligations.
sparkles are the things that make you feel most alive - little moments of joy/satisfaction/contentment that you wish you could bottle up.
click here to submit your own secrets/sparkles anonymously anytime.
loosely defined themes of the week: professional wins, kindness
sparkles
short & sweet
I bought my wedding dress this week!
My dog’s lump is nothing serious!!!
Successfully operated a forklift today.
My first baby is due in five weeks.
My daughter is coming home for spring break today.
Covering a mom tribute tattoo which feels so healing since I went no contact 3 years ago.
My fave coffee shop was damaged in a flood and is finally reopened!!
Exciting developments on new projects.
My kid did something really big and important that he was working hard for and I’m so proud!!!
I did a large grocery shopping trip this week and had two carts and was struggling and a fellow shopper saw this and kindly offered to push one of my carts to my car.
I made it through some public speaking at a work event this week! Didn’t think I could!
I start a new job on Monday!
I get to go on a trip with my boyfriend next week!
I finally had the energy to move outta the hellscape I lived in for 8 years.
I’m getting (sort of) married in august to the loml!!!
Finally coming out of several weeks of major depression.
Drowning in work as I finish a degree, but proud that I’m remaining calm and hopeful through it all.
Finally able to enjoy my first glass of wine postpartum!
Today was my first good brain day in weeks & I’ve never been more grateful to do laundry & walk outside.
My son is alive.
Having the best sex after a looong drought.
Saw my boyfriend holding a baby and I’m so in love with him.
I finished my PhD after 10 years, two mental health leaves and a baby.
Admitted something bad to bf & he was totally understanding. I picked the right life partner.
Had the house to myself today.
My boyfriend and I finally bought a house.
Met boyfriend’s coworker today and her response to meeting me made me feel special.
Having a girl weekend with my cousins and I’m so excited!
My partner is trying out a new name and I’m the only one who knows right now, it’s so sweet!
I took on a new project at work and am proud of how it’s going!
After being a SAHM for 8 years, I am no longer trying "to find myself”. I am ME and happy!
I turned 18 and I’m throwing myself the party of my dreams!!
Pregnant again after lost pregnancy some months ago. Sonogram on Tuesday.
I got an award for my dissertation.
Killing it in my doctorate program and I’m really proud of myself.
Fall more and more in love w my partner every day.
Got an offer for a dream job!
Got through my first coaching at work and got great feedback from my boss.
I’m on the run for a promotion and things are looking up for me!
My gf and I are moving in together :)
My closest friend is pregnant, and this is the most excited I’ve been over a pregnancy.
I’m paying off my credit card next week!
My best friend is about to have her baby girl and I am so excited for her.
I’ve been pretty much accepted into two awesome grad schools!
I’m working towards buying my first home and it’s so exciting.
Started consistently feeling my (rainbow!) baby kick this week.
I talked to 2 attorneys in the field I want to go into today!
I’m so so in love with my 5m old baby & our little family! Happiest I have ever been!
I’m finally starting to make choices in my love life that show growth and self love.
I spent the evening with my friends and I love them so much I might cry.
I got a promotion at work!
I was accepted into a fellowship that I’ve dreamed about for years now.
I got a raise at work!
Finally getting girl scout cookies!
I’m in love. It’s a quiet, steady, cozy love.
Cuddling my friend’s brand-new baby.
I started a new job this week and I’m so much happier here than in my old position.
xoxo,
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