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Welcome to my blog space, where I'm diving into the unfiltered chaos of everyday life – especially as a semi-social mom – without any prior experience or desire for the limelight. If you’re here, perhaps you too have been caught in the whirlwind of trying to navigate motherhood, personal identity, and sanity, all while resisting the urge to compare your own life to the highlight reels of others on social media.
Let’s be clear; this isn't your typical mom blog.
Who am i?
I’m the definition of what you’d consider a semi-social mom. You won’t find me overly active on social media – the idea alone exhausts me. However, I'll admit that there are moments when I find myself feeling envious of the people I see online. Whether it's seeing someone's incredible European vacation photos or drooling over their perfectly designed farmhouse sink in their dream kitchen, it's hard not to feel a hint of jealousy. I’m guilty of losing hours scrolling through TikTok, Pinterest and Facebook reels, obsessing over how many likes I get on a post and often questioning my life choices and it’s chaos.
My introversion prefers the comfort of home with my husband and two amazing, exhausting, and life-affirming boys over the unpredictable interactions of social gatherings. But, don’t mistake this for a lack of wanting to be part of the world; I crave the invitation to the party, even if I RSVP with a “maybe” or “thanks but no thanks”.
my mess…
Nearly a decade of sobriety adds another layer to my dysFUNctional personality, making those social outings even more worthy of a panic attack as I navigate interactions without the liquid courage so many rely on. And through all this, I'm managing my mental health in an era where online personas often set unrealistic expectations of perfection, financial stability seems like an unreachable goal, and the world screams at us to have it all figured out. Because, seriously, how the hell could we not?!
Yet here I am, standing (well, most days, stumbling) among the piles of laundry and dirty dishes, embracing the imperfection, and encouraging you to do the same. My blog is a journey through life's scenic route, navigating every twist, turn, construction zone, and occasional pothole. With a blend of sarcasm, humor, and maybe a dash (or a generous pour) of road rage, I want to offer a relatable and authentic perspective. Here, we’ll tackle the good, the bad, and the absolute ugly, all while connecting on a level that makes us see through the filtered and photoshopped content on social media. Because, just like yours, my life isn’t perfect and, SPOILER ALERT: neither is anyone else’s.
So, if you’ve ever felt out of place in a world that seems too perfect, too staged, or too shallow – you’ve found your digital tribe. Welcome to the semi-social life of a mom just trying to make it through each day without losing her sanity or her sense of humor. So, throw your hair up, slip into that cozy sweatshirt (the one you've worn all weekend), and grab your lukewarm coffee (or wine—no judgment here). Let's navigate this crazy ride together. And if you happen to find my keys, please let me know…
Here’s to embracing our perfectly imperfect lives!
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