Lauren Marieβs Blog
Welcome to my blog, where I share insights on motherhood, life after divorce, co-parenting, and building a personal brand with authenticity and resilience.
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Marriage is "Serious"
One thing I heard frequently enough to warrant this post was that marriage was βseriousβ.
3 minute read
What to Call An Ex: Navigating Titles in Parenting [And Why]
There are two different situations in which Iβve had to refer to my ex and thereby have had to decide how to refer to him. The first occurs when Iβm talking about him and heβs not around. The second occurs when Iβm talking about him and he is around.
3 minute read
Learning to Accept the "D" Word
I talk a lot about acceptance. But there was one thing that was incredibly difficult for me to accept, and that was using the βdβ word.
3 minute read
Navigating Valentine's Day Post-Divorce
Valentineβs Day is just a few days away. And it is a rough holiday. Iβve written about the myriad of emotions and experiences that come with Thanksgiving, Christmas, and the New Year. But Valentineβs Day is hard in a different way.
3 minute read
Second Chances
Almost a year after we separated, an unforeseen event resulted in my ex needing a temporary place to stay. He was a bit down. And I didnβt like seeing him like that. So I offered him a place to stay.
3 minute read
What About Gifts?
I found that most gifts could remain gifted. They didnβt need to be returned or destroyed. They could be enjoyed practically or sentimentally, without it meaning anything.
5 minute read
Packing My Exβs Things
Seeing his things around my apartment only served as a painful reminder of what used to be and what was no longer. So I packed them myself.
4 minute read
Cleaning Social Media
Removing photos of my ex from social media was a visual embodiment of the clean slate I was taking.
4 minute read
About the Author
I'm Laurenβ a mom, a coach's wife, an author, and a storyteller dedicated to helping women navigate life's transitions with strength and grace. Through my writing, I share real stories and practical insights on topics ranging from motherhood and co-parenting to finding purpose after divorce. Join me on this journey as we embrace resilience, humor, and growth in every chapter.
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Dating after divorce isnβt about rushing into anythingβitβs about doing the work to heal, set boundaries, and know exactly what you want from a partner. When you're truly ready, you'll recognize the difference between settling and choosing a relationship that adds value to your life.