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After hearing it outloud, I can confirm I’ve officially been demoted.
I was recently interviewed for a podcast. It was less of an interview and more of a conversation. It started out being about Bloom., and as I spoke, I revealed more to myself than I wanted to.
When I listened back, one thing jumped out. For years I was the CEO of the family and all the things involving the kids: schedules, rides, meals, appointments, college apps, etc., etc. Somewhere along the way, without anyone sending a memo, I got demoted to VP. They are now in control. They make the decisions. I’m consulted. Sometimes. I definitely don’t get the final say anymore. I’m so damn proud of them, and I also feel a little empty. I’m learning it’s okay to feel both at the same time.
More about the actual podcast on Friday!
TODAY’S PICKS
THE FEATURE
A Life I Thought I’d Lost.
An old crowd, a wedding in Kanazawa, and completely the wrong outfit. Then someone handed her a camera.
THE REFLECTION
Things That Go Bump In The Night.
The garage door. Her daughter’s flight. Her son’s problem at work. At 2 a.m. it all shows up at once, and only one person in the house is awake for it.
In Case You Missed It.
A conversation with a woman who turned a sport she loves into her next chapter.
THE WILDCARD
Sounding It Out.
Fifteen words Americans keep googling how to pronounce. Number one is probably in your fridge door right now.
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My answer:
Ambiance. I said it wrong once, on purpose. Now it’s am-bee-ANCE, like France, and I couldn’t say it correctly if I tried.
