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Raksha's avatar

This essay made me smile. And this focused on the magic Mamas bring for this one month. You capture it with equal parts humor and tenderness. Beautiful ❤️

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James Bailey's avatar

Oh, Alissa....this poignant vignette fits like a glove...My wife is your identical twin in every way possible - making it happen for our kids with her kindness, with her generosity, accessing stores of energy despite being tired and spent....telling me what gifts are for Aly and which ones are for Bella...for the fifth time...hiding our elf every morning before 5:30 am. And unfortunately for my wife, I’m only the fraternal twin of your husband because even though I’m kind, and secure, I don’t cook (I heat). There needs to be a new word invented that reflects the gratitude we “dadas” feel for you mamas that make it all happen, year round, but especially at Christmas. I honor you and all the mamas like you.

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