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Rebuilding my life, health & identity
Single 🧩 mom & unhinged millennial
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The missed conversations.. 

When you first become a parent, you have all these expectations and things you think that are gonna happen but when you begin the autism journey, you realize that a lot of those are not going to be your reality. It’s super hard not being able to talk to him about what he does at school or what he learned, who his friends are or even things as simple as what he likes. 

His birthday is coming up in a few weeks and I don’t even know what he wants as a present and that just breaks my heart. I know he likes to play with of course, and what would probably make him happy, but I can’t ask him and have him tell me ā€œa spiderman action figureā€ or ā€œa race car bedā€  or something like that. And no one really prepares you for that. 

There’s a lot of things you have to learn on this journey and I think one of the biggest is just to accept your child where they are and understand that all milestones are different. He’s doing super great in some areas, but I just truly wish I could have a conversation with him about his day and everything that’s going on. Hopefully one day that will happen for us. I’m just going to stay positive and keep doing what we’re doing, and hopefully things will continue to improve. 

If your parent that feels this way too, I would love a follow and some support because we could all use more of a village on the journey. I’m sure you often feel as lonely as I do in this space. 

#autism #advocate #milestones #preschool #autismmom by @heyitsdevg
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2 months ago
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This is what we’re doing now right? Pretty cool actually. Beyond grateful for the journey.. it’s been a hell of a ride. by @heyitsdevg
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10 months ago
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Hard doesn’t even begin to describe it. 

I had no idea how I was going to be a single mom. How was I going to navigate everything all on my own? I really didn’t know but I knew I was done being stuck in a situation where I was treated terribly, forgotten about and just expected to think that was normal. So I made him leave but then I was still stuck. Stuck in a house full of painful memories of postpartum and feeling like I was drowning alone. Memories of not wanting to be here anymore. And then finally memories of choosing sobriety and starting over but it still not being enough for him to change. So I struggled there and worked on myself every single day to become better, stronger, independent but the daily reminders were there everywhere I looked. 

Then, the opportunity came for us to move less than a month ago and I took it. I purged 2 dump trailers full of stuff & donated 6-7 carloads to charity. I packed every single possession we had over 2 weeks - stayed up til 2am most nights & even pulled 2 all nighters but I did it all on my own. I then unpacked every single box at the new place and started making it home all while starting a brand new job. Honestly I’m so proud of myself. 

And here we are now - just the two of us in a brand new place where we can make all new memories as a family. It’s nothing like what I pictured life would be like but I am so truly happy with where I’m at. I’m more at peace with myself than I ever have been and I finally feel like I’ve taken off some of the masks I’ve forced myself to wear over the years. Walking away is the hardest thing I think I’ve ever done.. but I would do it over and over again even knowing how much hell it was/is. 

If you’ve been thinking about it - here’s your sign to choose yourself. It’s hard as hell but it will make you resilient and unstoppable - and your kids will see it in you. Here’s to all the good that is to come - I can’t wait to see how good it can get. 

#singlemom #moveon #startingover #moving #chooseyourself by @heyitsdevg
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3 months ago
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Guys.. we made it. Finally feels like spooky season and the queen herself will be blasting on my radio until further notice. LOVE this time of year #stevienicks #fleetwoodmac #fallvibes #spookyseason #musiclover by @heyitsdevg
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Working overtime with no crash šŸš€

Ever since I started this excelerate drink everything changed. I’m productive, focused & have energy all day long with no 2pm crash. Plus I’m losing weight! All the nootropics in here - from L-theanine, l-tyrosine, GABA, Guarana seed, ginseng, green tea extract and more make me feel incredible. It also has some thermogenic fat burning ingredients - yohimbe & rauwolscine extracts that help you drop weight and feel your best! I didn’t know it was possible to feel this productive & energized while also losing inches off my waist! 

It comes in coffee if you’re a coffee lover & also tropical sunrise & watermelon berry if you’re an energy drink person. Perfect replacement for your current caffeine fix & it’s less than $2 a day. No brainer, right?! If you’re ready to feel it too, comment ā€œENERGYā€ and I’ll send it over!

#caffeinefix #exhaustedmom #energy #goodmorning #wakeup by @heyitsdevg
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A dream come true ✨

I’ve been listening to this song since it came out in 2008 and I love it so much. No telling how many times I’ve heard it, thousands at this point. I also love ā€œThe Thrillā€ by Wiz Khalifa that features this song & I got to see it earlier this summer. When I saw Empire of The Sun was playing near me, I knew I had to go. Ended up going with a new friend of mine & it was so much fun. It’s this first concert I’ve been to since I got sober 2 years ago and man was it so good. Remembering all of it and being in the moment was so good for my soul. I didn’t take many videos but I did want this one of me singing it. This song has gotten me through so much and it was amazing to see it live. 

I’m also really happy I did something for myself. I’m a single mom to an autistic 4 year old and constantly wrapped up in therapies and mom duties. It’s exhausting but I love my kiddo. It was just nice to do something to fill my own cup for the first time in a while and showed me I need to be doing it more often. When your cup is full, you can pour into others so much more. So here’s your sign to fill your cup this week. You matter & you deserve it. 

#fillyourcup #empireofthesun #concerts #momlife #favoritesong by @heyitsdevg
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Always go for it. Don’t let fear hold you back from everything you want in this life. It’s really just you vs you. And you got this! #goforit #justdoit #goals #dreambig #chaseyourdreams by @heyitsdevg
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One thing about me.. I’ll always have 3+ drinks. Always at all times. And yes I get that it seems excessive but they usually all have different purposes which is why I need them all. I also have pretty bad ADHD but you know it gives me dopamine to have a lot of drinks 🤣🤣🤣 #adhd #drinks #funny #problems #adhdproblems by @heyitsdevg
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5 days ago
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Are you tired? 

Tired of being so dang tired and crashing at 2pm everyday!?! I was too so I found a fix.  I started this excelerate drink everything changed. I’m productive, focused & have energy all day long with no 2pm crash. All the nootropics in here - from L-theanine, l-tyrosine, GABA, Guarana seed, ginseng, green tea extract and more make me feel incredible. I didn’t know it was possible to feel this productive & energized with one drink. I’m not crashing in the afternoons anymore & I’m getting way more done during the day! I’ve even cut down on my ADHD meds.. it’s that good. 

The glutathione+ is what works behind the scenes. It helps with liver detoxification, cellular wellness and helps your body heal from the inside out. It also has me sleeping SO GOOD. When you take them together as a duo - you get a powerhouse combo that’ll leave you feeling absolutely incredible, energized and 100% all day long. 

It’s also only about $3.50 a day. No brainer, right?! If you’re ready to feel it too, comment ā€œENERGY ā€ and I’ll send it over!

#healthymom #tiredmom #energy #weightlosshelp #autismparenting by @heyitsdevg
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5 days ago
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Any other millennial moms feel like they’ve turned into everything we were singing about in this song? I’m not even mad about it.. I always thought she was a badass. #coolmom #millennials #singlemom #bitch #90smusic by @heyitsdevg
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6 days ago
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Much needed. 

Today already feels like a marathon and he just got home from school. But you know what, I’m going to sip on my yummy drink and get my head in the game. It packs an energizing punch, helps with appetite and cravings, doesn’t leave you crashing + helps manage your cortisol levels. No more of that jittery, anxious energy.. just clean, lasting focus and mood. I love the tropical sunrise flavor and the punch it gives me for busy evenings. 

I pair the drink with a glutathione capsule in the evenings to help my body on a cellular level to rest and repair. The duo combined is such a powerhouse for me and has really changed everything for me. I get a ton of stuff done during the day, maintain my focus and I don’t get snappy or crash at 2pm. It’s the best secret I’ve found.

It’s less than $2 a day and you can sample it for 4 days for $20. Comment ā€œENERGYā€ and I’ll shoot you the link. Every busy, stressed out mom needs this in their arsenal. You won’t catch me without it ever again. 

#stressed #momlife #wildchild #chaos #exhausted by @heyitsdevg
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7 days ago
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Anyone relate? Half the time I open a message to send something, I see I forgot to reply previously and immediately feel bad. Single mom life is rough. But I miss my friends. #adultfriendships #noreply #singlemom #funny #friends by @heyitsdevg
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