
When Did Motherhood Become a Prison Sentence?
Being a mom is hard work, but being miserable is a choice.
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Coffee, connection, and the joy of motherhood.

Hi, I'm Kris! A wife, mom of a beautiful little girl, dog mom, breastfeeding advocate, and coffee enthusiast.
I left my corporate job in 2025 to become a stay at home mom, and I'll never look back. Raising my daughter and taking care of our home and family is the most rewarding and fulfilling career.
Whether you're here for mom life, cute dogs, recipes, or just stumbled upon my page, I'm happy you're here! Thanks for being my virtual friend and joining me on this crazy, yet beautiful journey of motherhood.

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