Author: yanakazman
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Growing Pain

I get asked why I kept my pregnancy quiet for the first 2 trimesters. My mom always told me to be cautious with pregnancy announcements especially before the 1st trimester is over. The first 3 months are the riskiest for most women who are carrying. Telling my close relatives and best friends about the good news was more than…
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Baby Bean

I found out I was pregnant with Baby Bean during the first week of Ramadhan. The signs were there: My period was late – which is the only thing about me that is punctual. My boobs felt so bruised- like I imagine if that character Negan from the Walking Dead had to beat me up with…
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7

WE’RE 7 MONTHS TODAY Joe and I got married exactly 7 months ago, surrounded with our beautiful family and friends who traveled near and far (some traveled halfway across the world) to see us get hitched. Our solemnization night was stunning, every time I re-watch the wedding video and flip through the photos I am…
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The Best Cup of Coffee

They say you learn something new about your partner every day. Recently, I discovered that my husband makes the best coffee. Que the awwws. Okay maybe not. Joe and his buddies are in progress of setting up a kiosk. The concept is simple: to serve fresh brewed coffee and tidbits for customers who are on the…
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The Surprise Kid

Anyone that has ever met my dad is probably in love with him. He’s sweet, he’s hilarious and besides my mom he’s the most generous person I know. And if there’s one thing that my dad really loves, is surprises. Ever since my college days in Perth, him and my mom are known to just…