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Friday Question: What’s Your Guilty Pleasure After “One of Those” Days?
This week’s question came from Tara B. She asked our writers, “What is your guilty pleasure after a tough day of mommyhood?” Here’s what some of our moms had to say… Kirsten Jessiman of Canada writes: “Once the kids are in bed and all of my nightly tasks are done, I...
WASHINGTON, USA: Dancing to the Beat of a Native Drum
“There were traditional dancers, grass dancers, jingle dress dancers, and fancy shawl dancers (you could tell by the type of regalia they were wearing). And the toddlers in their regalia were absolutely adorable! How wonderful to teach them about their traditional dance and music starting from such a young age.” — Eva Fanning describing a Native American Pow Wow
INDIA: In the Eyeglassess of the Beholder
When we were faced with the fact that he will be using his glasses permanently I initially was crushed, devastated. I felt lost, confused and upset.
NORWAY: Finding Child Care
“So, now I feel guilty not only about leaving him with the child minder, but I also feel guilty about the fact that I do not wish to quit work. Will I spend the rest of my life feeling guilty and not good enough?”
NORWAY: Finding Child Care
“So, now I feel guilty not only about leaving him with the child minder, but I also feel guilty about the fact that I do not wish to quit work. Will I spend the rest of my life feeling guilty and not good enough?”
NORWAY: Finding Child Care
“So, now I feel guilty not only about leaving him with the child minder, but I also feel guilty about the fact that I do not wish to quit work. Will I spend the rest of my life feeling guilty and not good enough?”
NORWAY: Finding Child Care
“So, now I feel guilty not only about leaving him with the child minder, but I also feel guilty about the fact that I do not wish to quit work. Will I spend the rest of my life feeling guilty and not good enough?”
UK: Nappy or Diaper, It’s All English, Right?
“It didn’t take me long to realize there were countless language differences, some I’ve adoptedand others I haven’t. I don’t think I’ll ever be able to use the word “trousers”, which refersto what we in America call “pants”. But, if I use the word “pants” here, everybody thinks I’m referring to underwear!”
Travel Itinerary for the Week of February 7th!
We have two international writers again this week, including one new writer, so get prepared for lots of traveling! On Monday, we start off in Cornwall, England, to hear from Mom of two and military wife Jen Warren. On Tuesday, we fly to Arkansas to hear from Margie...
Friday Question: Favorite Grab ‘n Go or Quick Fix Food?
“When I need to make a quick dinner, my go-to dish is macaroni and cheese – with a twist. I throw some chopped spinach (fresh or frozen) into the boiling water right before the pasta comes out and add a can of Alaskan salmon to the mix. If I’m feeling extra inspired, I’ll sauté some chopped mushrooms and add those too.” — Eva Fannon of Washington, USA
MINNESOTA, USA: The Things Moms Say
“And when one Mama says, “All five of us slept together last night” or, “I offered him the boob” or even, “We were in the shower together” we all so get what she means…But just for fun, I thought that we could visit a few of those little gems together. You know, for laughs. And giggles. Are you game?…”
NEW ZEALAND: A Truly “Down Under” Birth Story
“There were also spiders and lots of dust. I was half asleep and still having the occasional irregular twinge. I got up and waddled down to the loo, opened the door, went inside, did what I had to do and stood up. Immediately after I stood up, there was a gush and a rush of liquid all over my pyjama bottoms. I looked down and thought, “You have got to be joking.” Yep, you guessed it, my waters had broken in the long-drop shed.”
NEW JERSEY, USA: Help!: I’m Losing My Mind
“We all have a special superpower: I’m sure of it, and a good memory is mine. But recently, my world got turned upside down, and it’s embarrassing for me to admit. But, I felt that there MUST be other mothers who have been in my situation, so anyway, here goes…”
NORWAY: Practical or Beautiful?: A French Mother’s Perspective
“A few months past, and I was not losing weight as quickly as I anticipated. A very strange fact considering all the chocolate I ate, while comfy at home in this semi reality where you don’t really know what day it is and life is but one word : “baby”…I was clearly not giving up chocolate. “
Travel Itinerary for the Week of January 31st!
We are in for an exciting week featuring two new international writers, so fasten your seatbelts! We start off this week in Oslo, Norway on Monday, to hear from first-time World Moms Blogger Ambre French, our French Mom who lives in Scandinavia. On Tuesday, we fly...
Friday Question: Last Book Read? Favorite Book?
“Bu,t my favorite book is “The Alchemist” by Paulo Coelho. So, that is why I have such a pen name I like the book for its simplicity and truth. Something very intimate and soulful is conveyed through a very clear and simple story. Often the most coveted and very precious treasure lies in our very own backyard.” — The Alchemist, India”
CANADA: Where’s The – Ummmm – Donut Shop?
“But then, all of a sudden, James spoke. In a voice of utter perplexity, he said, “Where’s the f*cking donut shop?””
NORWAY: Paternity Leave in Norway
“But now, I am the one working, whilst my husband is at home, and he seems to realise that it is a bit more tiring to play with a baby the whole day than he imagined, and that there isn’t really much time to do other things. (And, I guess I have to admit that I realise how tiring it is to be at work all day.)”
Schedule Interruption: Our Condolences
“The light of a distant star continues to reach the Earth long after
the star itself is gone.”
~Author Unknown
WASHINGTON, USA: No Longer Sleepless in Seattle
“I told myself that sleep training was some parenting myth perpetuated by the mothers and fathers of naturally good sleepers, mellow babies who would have fallen into their utopian sleeping patterns on their own anyway. Clearly it wasn’t for everyone. I still do believe that sleep training won’t work for every kid, but I will admit that I didn’t stick with it.”
Travel Itinerary for Week of January 24th!
Join us in the city of Seattle of Washington, USA on Monday! There, Tara B. will tell us how she got her 2nd child to sleep unlike her first in her post, "No Longer Sleepless in Seattle." Then, hop a flight with us to Oslo, Norway, where Asta Burrows give us more...
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