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I Thought I Was Going to Die in a Mass Shooting: Facing Fear in the Classroom

We are raising generation mass shooting

Jul 6, 2022

I Thought I Was Going to Die in a Mass Shooting: Facing Fear in the Classroom

Jul 6, 2022

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What Is Love To You?

I Almost Got Divorced Over a Fundraising Gala

A Facebook memory reminded me of a painful time in my marriage

Aug 3, 2022

I Almost Got Divorced Over a Fundraising Gala

Aug 3, 2022

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Modern Women

A Teenage Girl Called Me Ugly

A misplaced moment of solidarity was a gentle reminder of the pressures on girls

Jun 24, 2024

A Teenage Girl Called Me Ugly

Jun 24, 2024

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My Child is Grieving Her Disability

As she comes of age, she is coming to terms with her identity

Feb 6, 2024

My Child is Grieving Her Disability

Feb 6, 2024

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About Me Stories

About Me — Melissa Marietta

The recent winter solstice reminded me of the long commutes home with a baby and a toddler in tow. After spending hours at work, I entered…

Feb 15, 2022

About Me — Melissa Marietta

Feb 15, 2022

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Modern Women

I Wrote About Sleeping with My Husband for Seven Days Straight

And y’all had feelings about it

May 4

I Wrote About Sleeping with My Husband for Seven Days Straight

May 4

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Modern Women

Sorry, RFK Jr. — My Autistic Kid Isn’t Ruining My Family

When misinformation becomes policy, families like mine are the ones who suffer

Apr 22

Sorry, RFK Jr. — My Autistic Kid Isn’t Ruining My Family

Apr 22

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Middle-Pause

I Wasn’t Ready for a Photo of My B-side

Aging milestones, shifting priorities, and the rude awakening of an old, fat butt moment

Apr 16

An old-school Polaroid instant camera resting on a bright blue surface.

Apr 16

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Modern Women

Looking Back: How I Judged My Teacher for His Body Type— and What I Understand Now

As a forty-something, I see bodies differently now

Mar 31

Looking Back: How I Judged My Teacher for His Body Type— and What I Understand Now

Mar 31

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A Mysterious Smell Haunted Me

The unexpected culprit behind the scent that followed me everywhere

Mar 21

A Mysterious Smell Haunted Me

Mar 21

Melissa Marietta

Melissa Marietta

I am witty, sarcastic, and always honest. Top Writer in Parenting & Feminism. Marriage | Relationships| Mental Health| Humor| Body Image| Disability

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