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I love you being that mom! These are the BEST kinds of moms in my book. With you all the way sister!
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What a great blog tonight. I would have to say I am definitely not “that mom”, I am more like you, but you have inspired me too be a little more fun tomorrow. Instead of “don’t do that”, “stop fighting”, “no messes” mom. Thanks.
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I’m not that mom either, but my boys seem ok!
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I must say that I am not “that mom” either. And sometimes I can get bummed out on myself because I am not. I sometimes wonder if I am the only one that is not “that mom”. So, thanks for showing me I am not the only one. And for also reminding me to let loose. I have done it a few times.
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awe… I so get this. (Michigan weather too. spent 7 winters there. Just moved here in August…)
but I get it exactly. Sometimes there is this voice in my head that says “why, why not do that?” but I can’t seem to. And then I surprise myself and pop out as super-fun-mom…
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What a wonderful Evening!! Thanks for the reminder that I need to “Dance wildly” more often!!!
(Our weather stinks too — Chicago! There’s a blizzard out there tonight!)
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I like being that Mom, she does not come around as much. Thanks for reminding me.
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I’m not “that Mom” very often either, but when she does come out to play it is always fun. I don’t think being “that Mom” all the time would be great either. Everything in moderation, but that Mom is fun! Thanks for the great post, Elizabeth
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Thanks for that encouragement. Sometimes I’m “that Mom” like today when I read books until my throat was sore!
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“That mom” the mom that we all swore we’d be when we were kids. I wish that I was a little more of “that mom” as well. It’s in me and it does come out to play, but more often would be a lot funner for my son. It gives our children such wonderful memories.
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I need to be “that mom” more often, thanks for the reminder
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That is so cool – I love it! What cool memories for your kids. And book club next month – with extra chocolate and wine
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I loved this post. I can relate. I wrote a similar post about this last week. It is amazing what being “that mom” does for everyone, especially yourself. I’ll be back to check out your blog soon.
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I know my oldest wishes that “that mom” came out to play more often. I’m getting better at it!
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I think if you were “that” mom all the time it wouldn’t be as special for your kids . . . . they would think it was normal and I’m not so sure it is.
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Jill–I think this is your best piece of writing so far. It’s authentic, organic, and transparent. Carry on.
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I agree with Alana above… it wouldn’t be wacky if it wasn’t out of character… i think all moms have *that mom* moments- i once spent 45 minutes getting my kids into bed, only to rip them back out once i saw the grinch was on television… they were surprised and it was special because i am normally strict on bedtime…. great post!
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What a fabulous time! This mom needs to remember to be That mom more often too!
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Good job, mom! I find it hard to be “That” mom, too. I will try hard this week to be silly and fun.
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I’m this kind of mom- for short bursts of time. I think it’s pretty hard to maintain and still be the kind of mom who cooks dinner and makes school lunches. But she sure is fun when she’s around.
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Thanks for admitting that you aren’t “that” Mom. I am not either but I like it when I have those moments. I call it “good mom” moments. If I meet “that” mom that raised the bar so high, I might just punch her. : )
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You inspire me. Way to go!!
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Hey, it’s 1000 times better to be a mom who has spontaneous fun than a “Martha” mom who plans out each and every minute of the day. I’m sure your kids will remember this time much longer than they’d remember every single crafty/musical/educational/fun moment planned and checked off by “Martha.” (BTW…nothing against Martha. I like Martha. Besides…my sister’s name is Martha…)
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I think it is funny that we all have a different version of who “that mom” is. I am the one who plays in the tub, does silly dances, and is generally goofy with my daughter. But I often worry that I’m too silly and don’t do enough serious stuff, and that I’m not teaching her the right stuff. I guess we all judge ourselves too harshly sometimes, hmmm? I’m glad you had a great night with your kids.
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I wish I were “that mom”, I get finiky about how they decorate Christmas cookies. But I am glad I can still show my kids a great time being the mom I am. Great post!
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I can really relate!
All too often, I am the “don’t mess up the living room because I just cleaned it” kind of mom.
It is a lot more fun to be a “let’s take the pillows off the couches and build a fort” kind of mom.
Thanks for the reminder!
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I love this post! You sound so much like me, it kinda freaks me out!! lol Anyway, I have been trying to be more of a “fun” mom all week. My girls have behaved WAY better because of it!
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