During the Bloggy Hoss Elections, I received the following comment:
I love your idea, but find that it is indeed a shame that bloggers have the power to enact change, to make the world a better place, and to help those that need help, and yet we visit in hordes the mommy blogs, we give accolades to the blogs that talk about ice cream and toads, teddy bears and diaper systems.
The most popular blogs, the ones that attract 100 comments are giant advertisments. Good for those whose blogs flash ads like a vegas strip, but if you had the readership (influence), do ya think you can do some thing that would make this world a better place?
Just asking in a nice way.
I did enjoy many of your posts, and like your “voice”, but I kept looking for the killer post, the one that makes the 100 commenters go WOW, we have to do something about this!
David
I understand the power and influence that bloggers have these days and applaud those who make a conscious effort to make a difference. However, although I totally admire and support these bloggers, I personally blog for different reasons.
I could talk about going green, or the presidential race, or the state of our educational system - but I don’t. Instead, I talk about flushing toilets, rude passengers and public humiliation. I come up with silly ideas like Bloggy Hoss Elections, Commentor of the Month Award, Goody Swaps, and giveaways in hopes that it may brighten up someone’s day. In a way, isn’t that making a difference?
And why do you think Mommy blogs are so popular in the first place? It’s not because we’re trying to save the world in that sense but because we talk about our daily routines, potty training, and temper tantrums. It’s because we can relate to each other and offer support and advice. It’s because it helps us knowing we’re not the only ones getting peed on by our kids.
I may not be curing world hunger or trying to end the war but if I can offer support to someone who feels alone in her wonderful yet sometimes chaotic life or bring a smile into someone’s day, then my work here is done.
I’m a Mommy blogger and I’m proud of it!
Any thoughts?
















69 Comments on “I’m a Proud Mommy Blogger!”
10:49 pm
You said this so well, Kailani. In fact, I find myself preferring mommy blogs over those where people are going on about politics and so forth. It’s not that I don’t have any interest in those, I just prefer at this point in my life to read what other moms inthe world are doing.
And you have made me laugh on more than one occasion…to me, those are the best blog posts of all! We could use a lot more laughter in our world!
1:23 am
I agree sista! I am not out to blog and change the world. It is therapeutic, works my mind, keeps me sharp, brings personal joy and makes me feel like I am sharing what I love. If someone else finds some enjoyment from what I posted then that is a bonus.
As for making a difference in what ever it may be, I do believe it all starts locally. And now one shoudl expect it all done at once.
Thanks for being honest!
http://lifeislikechampagne.blogspot.com/
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1:42 am
I can understand where your commentator is coming from, but I have to say…Mommy Bloggers DO make a difference. When we know people who are going through tough times…the bloggers band together to help that person, through prayers, happy thoughts, comfort, financial help.
Bloggers get the word out about the camel book drive and other worthwhile charities.
Blogging about politics, war, etc. (imho) does nothing but cause division and controversy among the people who visit…how many people have truly been swayed by an argument about something? People believe what they believe.
Sorry this is so long… I was saying all that to say this: Mommy Bloggers DO make a difference. They provide a sense of family and community in a time when that can be sorely lacking IRL.
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2:17 am
I do both. I am a mommy blogger and a political blogger. At this point, I write more on my mom blog than I do at the political blog. It’s just where my head - and heart - is right now.
2:30 am
We have talked about this so often…why do you blog? I think you stated it well. Everyone blogs for a reason. No one should feel pressured to blog for any other reason. Just like no one should feel pressured to blog about potty training, no one should feel pressured to blog about world-changing issues…unless they want to. That is what I love about blogging! I can write about anything I want to.
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2:33 am
You said it so well (and so kindly too). All of the fellow mom blogs I read have been such a help to me in times of frustration with the every day grind. Sometimes it’s hard to feel like anything I’m doing is paying off, then I find other moms who feel the same way but who continue through the struggles trying to keep positive. Supporting each other through the downs of motherhood is one of the best ways I can think of to “make the world a better place”. We encourage each other not to give up or to become even better parents, which is the most important thing we will ever do in our lives because our children are the future of the world.
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2:37 am
Great response, Kailani. I too agree that everyone is free to blog whatever they like. You have to enjoy the topic that you blog to make it stick. I first attempted to blog about my saving and finance a few years ago.. But I wasn’t what I enjoy so it doesn’t work out. If everyone is trying to blog in a heavy-changing the world-making the world better topic, I think it will be too boring, isn’t it?
Also who says Mommy bloggers don’t change the world? We all learn from each other (good or bad) and I think that’s the best thing you can do for a fellow mommy. Because there is no manual for how to be a mom.. Every situation is different. But at least we can share our experience.
Love your blog and keep talking about diaper changing or rude passenger.
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2:57 am
You said it just right in the last couple of paragraphs. I love reading other Mommy blogs for the reasons you mentioned! I know I’m not the only one who’s child takes a bite of food, then throws the rest away. I’m not the only one who gets vomited on, peed on, ect… and I love seeing pictures of kids messier than mine!
Keep up the great work… maybe he needs to start a Daddy blog & put what HE wants on it! lol
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3:16 am
I think you said it very well, Kailani! We all blog for our own reasons, and (I think) most of us didn’t set out to blog in order to ‘become influential’. We just enjoy sharing our experiences and being a part of the mommy blogging ‘community’. I love coming here and reading your stories - and the things that you do, like the elections and the commenter of the month, all help to make the community stronger by bringing us all together.
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3:16 am
I, too, write about many things, because I feel my blog is an extension of myself, so I treat it as if I were having a conversation with my readers. I talk about things I talk about in real life. I like blogging because it gives me the opportunity to meet people I would otherwise not have an opportunity to meet.
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3:27 am
Kailani, I think you stated that perfectly. The blogospere is where we share our hopes, fears, dreams, and life about our kids. WE have each other (as moms) to lean on and grasp support. Yes, I agree…it is great to know that I am not the only one peed on. Very funny! Some of the best blog posts are the ones where moms share their day…the good, the bad, the ugly~and many times comical times. Thanks for sharing this, and I think your idea is super!!
3:31 am
Blogging for me is about knowing that I am not the only one out there with the same problems!
It’s about having a bad day and reading a story that lifts your spirit.
It’s about connect with other Moms and women in an arena where it is easier to be yourself and not feel judged.
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3:35 am
Amen Kailani! David needs to get a grip and not worry so much about what other people are doing. I read your blog because it’s a welcome relief from the everyday doomsday headlines. Well, that and because I’m envious of your life in Hawaii!
Happy Love Thursday!
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3:40 am
I couldn’t like your answer more……..everyone blogs for different reasons and that’s what is so great…….we all fall into our own little niche. The one that WE have created.
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3:49 am
That’s what I love about the Mommy blogging community–for the most part no one is trying to sell their world views. (Goodness knows, I know exactly which sites to visit if I am shopping for them) It’s more about a ring of support (and empathy), and being able to laugh at ourselves.
And as for making a difference, I really believe you do. It might not be on the scale or subject matter that David will appreciate, but it matters to me. I can recall a great post a while back when you wrote about walking GG to school and how people were unfriendly, and it made me much more aware of the other people I saw that day (and other days sense) and I tried to make a more concentrated effort to smile and be friendly, even when I was in a rush…and I have a feeling it hit home with a lot of other readers, as well.
Keep it up, and kudos for standing your ground!
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3:54 am
and I read your blog and a few others like yours for my own sanity! it’s a stress reliever. although, when I get off the computer I think “I’ve spent that long on there?!”
but, I am glad that I took the time to relax and smile at the end of another day. thanks for helping me smile!
4:00 am
Well said kailani! Your humor and candid story telling brightens many people days and that in and of itself is making a difference!
4:03 am
Save us from the self-righteous!
You can always offer him his money back
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4:07 am
I agree it a nice idea to use this media to save the world…but in reality, that’s just what’s happening, but on a smaller scale. This is about people connecting with people and sharing stories about how we are all the same in this world, and we are not alone. In turn, connecting with others makes people reach out more…and the result is a better world…and that is truely a miracle…I wonder…if the person that made that comment, has their own “save the world” blog…hmmm…start at home, right?
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4:14 am
Saving the world is nice and all, but to be honest, I really get sick of hearing all about going green and bad-for-you-this and good-for-you-that. It’s nice to read blogs about moms who make mistakes, just like me and who have fun with their kids, just like me. And giveaways are always a bonus
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4:21 am
i’m with you! i feel like if we can deal with the reality of our lives in a fun and positive way, encourage each other, and improve ourselves without elbowing our political activism into it, that will in and of itself bring positive change to the world around us.
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4:38 am
I’m not a mom, but I really only enjoy reading certain kinds of blogs. I like more personal blogs because that is the kind of blog that I write. I think that connecting with other people makes a big difference!
I love what you are doing here, and I think the reason you are successful is because you are true to yourself and the reasons why you enjoy blogging. Fun (like giveaways and goody swaps) and sharing the daily ins and outs of life is just as important as caring about big issues.
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4:45 am
I love your response and you were very gracious. Everyone blogs for different reasons. Personally I don’t feel comfortable blogging about politics or religion or sex on my blog. It’s an all out mommy blog and that is fine with me. There’s a huge community of support out there for mothers and that in and of itself is worth a lot.
I wonder if he realizes how often the mommy blogger community rallies behind others in times of need? I am thinking speciifcally of the Team Why Mommy effort when Susan at Toddler Planet was in the trenches of battling inflammatory breast cancer. Many mommy bloggers do write about politics and drum support and exposure for various causes. Jen at Get in the Car has a Philanthropy Thursday feature. Nicole at SittingStill.typepad.com founded http://www.thesoccermomvote.com.
So yes, moms can be political! Moms can and do make a difference. What about BlogHer? The list could go on and on.
I blog for a creative outlet and to have fun. The sense of community and networking have been wonderful fringe benefits of the blogging experience. Motherhood can be an isolating experience at times. It’s nice to know we are not in this parenting thing alone!
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5:03 am
Well said. Making the world a better place takes all shapes and forms, not just the Cause Du Jour. I blog because it allows me to feel connected to others who are like me…SAHM with really young kids (and twins). I also have a craft blog so i can talk about stuff that is not kid related, which, for me, is so important.
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5:05 am
Kudos to you! I agree totally that we (as mommy bloggers) are making a difference. I choose to keep things positive on my blog, and that is how I hope to make a difference. There are a million websites and television channels where we can catch up on depressing news stories or controversial issues. Our community is for uplifting one another and finding a place where we fit in. Maybe it doesn’t “make a difference” in David’s life, but it has made a huge impact on MY life.
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5:35 am
You go girl!
I’m not even a mom but I read your blog and love your stories about your family! I don’t care what people write! If I like it I read it and comment it and then go on to the next! I blog for the friendship! I’ve made some GREAT friends in blog world! I’m not trying to make a difference! I also blog for my very own personal journal! Our life! Our house! What’s to come! =) That’s it! I’m glad I found your blog! Who cares what “DAVID” thinks! He needs to just go make a difference if that is what he feels the need to do! Don’t bash people who are just happy with their life, family and blog!
Wow…
I don’t know where all that came from…HA! lol
Happy blogging!
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5:37 am
I think sometimes people are looking for that “homerun” so to speak…that defining post or cause or action that will be a major change.
But when you take a step back, it’s really the little things that make a difference in people’s lives.
Sometimes, just reading a funny post is enough to brighten my day. And when something frustrating happens to someone, I can stop and realize that bad things happen to people all the time, not just me.
Just the fact that there are people like you doing fun, every day living blogs is enough to make a difference in other people’s lives…even if that difference isn’t being defined in any one way.
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5:49 am
I wonder if David is a parent? If he was, he might just realize that being a mom (and all of the small, seemingly unimportant parts of it) really IS making a difference in the world.
If reading another mommyblog, encourages another mom to cherish her time with her children, brings some laughter to a boring day, or just gives her a fun creative idea - mommyblogs are helping to change the world. One mommy at a time, one family at a time.
6:14 am
well-said. I would love to end world hunger and will talk about it often enough on my blog, but it’s the everyday and the mundane interspersed with the profound that make blogs personable and readable and enjoyable.
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6:14 am
Who is this David who thinks it’s his job to police the blogosphere and tell us how to do our blogs???
OUR blogs are for what WE want to put on them. If David wants to save the world by having a blog…Go for it David!!! More power to you.
In the mean time I’ll be visiting the blogs of my friends because I like them. Kailani, your blog is just fine the way it is…as evidenced by your loyal readers.
I didn’t get nominated for Head Cheerleader for nuttin!
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6:43 am
I’m sorry. But I am changing the world. I’m raising awesome kids who are kind, caring, and one day will be contributing citizens. May not seem like much to some, but it’s a big deal to me. As for blogging? On occassion I need support. I need ideas. I need others to help me on this mommy journey. And so, I blog. But hey, if I can raise 3 kids to be honest, good people, I think I’ll have made the world a better place.
6:54 am
You’ve made MY world a better place. Thank you Kailani xoxoxo
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7:46 am
I’ve seen mommy bloggers help each other in ways some people will never understand, especially if they don’t take the time to look. The best bloggers don’t need to shout “look what I did to change the world” in order to be effective. They just do it, quietly and unassumingly, every day.
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7:47 am
I wonder what David’s blog is like?
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7:55 am
Okay. I agree in part with Mr. David and I disagree in part.
I have plenty of passion and ideas and oh please…lots of opinions. But what I don’t have is time. Time to think, time to then do research, cuz I wouldn’t want to start in on some weighty issue and completely bung it up.
I disagree that with him and agree with you that we are making a difference. There are seriously some folks out there who help me out, and in a way that real friends cannot. So there.
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9:22 am
I could not have said it better myself! We, as Moms, are shaping the world in our children. We ARE making a Difference. Our world is upside down - the focus should be on raising up our families. Instilling in our children how to be a responsible, well mannered, loving person.
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9:36 am
Nicely stated. I like real, everyday blogs. Every post doesn’t have to be something life changing. But, you never know when God’s going to use your everyday, mundane life to help someone else.
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9:52 am
I agree with Mejojac! I’m basically trying to keep my sanity and raise three kids, and survive this pregnancy. My hope is that I teach my kids as best I can, and pray they do even better than me. I love being a mom, but it’s the toughest job on the planet, the most heart wrenching, and the most joyess. Once you’re a mom you are always a mom. There’s no going back. That’s a pretty heavy responsibility. I think that resinates with the readers and makes them say “wow”
10:40 am
An interesting comment and post. I think the important thing is defining why we do what we do and I think your response is on target.
Hugs,
Holly
11:00 am
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11:37 am
Good response. Your blog is OBVIOUSLY not a political or world-changing blog. Just as not all magazines and newspapers are political. Just as we have television sitcoms and 24 hours of news stations… there is a need for variety in our lives. If we lived 24/7 for all of the causes, our lives would be very harsh. Everyone needs fun outlets, and Mommy blogs tend to do just that.
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11:40 am
There ARE “Mommy Bloggers” who blog about social issues…and others who blog about their personal lives, and others who blog about products. And many who have several blogs, each with their own purpose!
And the comments often reflect the community that blogger has built.
Blogs about products, that host giveaways, have lots of comments because people like free stuff. And they have ads, because it is appropriate to place ads on a commercial site and make some money for your time and effort.
Does this commenter expect that I hold a political round table at my job?
Many bloggers, including those who are mothers, have activist blogs. And they do make an effort to carry audiences from their personal or product blogs and build new communities around shared goals.
Does that mean they should drop their personal and gear blogs and not bother trying to make any money?
At what size audience does a blogger have to forsake all worldly possessions?
11:55 am
The blogs I read are regular people blogs–I’m a mom and a grandma. I read and comment to encourage and support and occasionally to commiserate. Isn’t that why we are all here–to help one another. It’s wonderful to have others who have been there and can offer some kind words once in awhile.
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12:25 pm
I like that there are blogs that are ‘light’. I need that in my day. It’s not that I stick my head in a hole and don’t know what’s going on in the world - quite the contrary - that is why I need blogs like yours and other Mommy blogs that I can read quick while nursing my daughter, grabbing a quick bite to eat while the kids are tearing the house down around me, etc. I think blogs of every type have their importance. You might not be saving the world with one big swoop (and really, who is?), but you are brightening my day.
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12:26 pm
Hi —
I’m a new reader. I just found your blog through Mommy Martini.
First, Wow! I love your design!
And second, I think your response is so very kind, honest, and direct. Gotta appreciate that.
I look forward to reading more here.
Blessings,
Stacy
1:33 pm
I say we are saving the world….and I am damn proud of it!
We are raising the next generation of doctors, polititions, world leaders-men and woman!
Could it not be a teensy bit possible that out all these zillion mommy bloggers…that just one might be the mother of the next Einstein, Jonas Salk, Mother Teresa….?
I will take the potty training stories and the temper tantrum stores b/c its through this shared community of moms that I am able to be the best mother I can be…
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1:37 pm
i don’t think anyone could’ve said it better. i’m with you on what you wrote on yourself–its me too!
1:57 pm
You know there are differences in blogs. Those “top” blogs that everyone truns to when really they don’t give back is a turn off for me. What am I one more person but please believe I will tell other people I know why I don’t ike those blogs. I like getting personal, when top mommy blogs are so detached I think the rest will eventually see it. Kailani you said it well and your blog isn’t like the rest. keep doing what you are doing I love to laugh, or ahve a good emotional personal moment. That’s what keeps us coming back.
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2:05 pm
When I read David’s comment during the Bloggy Hoss Elections, I was pretty sure a “post” would be forthcoming from Kailani and this is my comment to David:
David, you sound like a real nice and caring person (and you did ask in a nice way). I understand where you’re coming from, but after reading all the posted and positive comments (I’m assuming you would return to see if your comment was acknowledged by Kailani), don’t you agree a change of heart is in order?
Mr. EW and I had no idea what a “Mommy Blogger” was until Kailani decided to “come out of the closet” and introduced us to another “world.” After reading all the great and wonderful posts from mommies (and daddies, too), I couldn’t help but feel overwhelmed and amazed as to how all these truly wonderful and caring bloggers banded together and took the time to offer support and advice in their every day lives.
If Mommy blogs can create such camaraderie from all walks-of-life, then isn’t that what it’s all about? That itself is a “WOW” factor! And, what about those great fun contests and giveaways–how great is that!?
To Kailani and all those Mommy bloggers (and daddies), I am truly amazed as to what the Mommy blogs is all about and can honestly say, “WOW!” Good Job!
C’mon, David, lighten up, and c’mon over to “our” side. Love to have ya.
4:03 pm
Go Mommybloggers! Me, too.
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4:53 pm
Well, I think this post was that “wow” post. I’d just like to say that I really enjoy reading this site and other similar ones. And, yes, you do make a difference. Something I learned long ago, which is neither good nor bad (just reality), is that you just can’t please everyone. With everything that goes on in a person’s life, a break from “life” (your specific reality) isn’t such a bad thing. That’s why people take time to watch a 1-dimentional show versus the nightly news. It’s just a break. Keep up the good work.
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5:12 pm
GRRR on them! You couldn’t have said it better. And I do think we do have a major power voice in the mommy blogging community. I just like to blog about being a mom and love reading about what other mom’s are up to. It’s just a connection to me of all us mommies getting together virtually
P.S. I tagged you too
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5:27 pm
Good post.
I’m with you.
7:51 pm
I started blogging .. Just because.. I wanted to know that the big loud whisper was about it.
Yes.. I’m an addict.. thanks!
But, I’ve learned alot, from so many moms who are just talking about their daily lives.
I’ve learned to correct my children when they use mean terms, My Mommy friend from Big Blueberry Eyes taught me that.
I’ve learned how to learn to love again, and move on with life from my Cancer twin from Everyday life, Love and Happiness.
From the Firecracker Mom, I get to hear about intimacy, a chronic disease and some of the funniest quotes I’ve heard in a while.
From Solo Mother I learn that I’m not the only one out there trying to raise the little ones alone.
I met a fellow Coloradoan who just found out she was pregnant after infertility and tears.
I have a mom n Gourmet Mom on the go, who gets recipes for me when I am ovenless!
I have gotten some of the best business advice, and pushes to start my own Mommy company from someone online, than I EVER have offline or from another group of people.
I have gotten alot more from these ladies, than I will get from some political discussion that will probably turn mean.
I blog about my life which is about all these little moments, yes, I watch the news, Yes, I read up on current events. No, it’s not dinnertime conversation. When I sit down to dinner with my kids, we talk about our day to day life. I know who they would vote for… but when I have a wordless Wednesday; Obama or Hillary won’t be the picture I put up…. the ones I live with will be.
There are plenty of bloggers out there that have a cause every single day. My cause is to raise my kids to be productive adults, I teach them to do Breast Cancer walks and get involved with the military, but I don’t want to blog about that.
Other’s do… more power to them.
I love reading you every day! Please.. don’t let someone change you!
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8:33 pm
We blog to share with friends and family or to connect with others like us. Some of us do try to throw in a little “help the world” stuff while we’re at it. But just because it doesn’t always show up on our blogs doesn’t mean we’re not making a difference in the rest of our lives!
Sounds like that person was reading the wrong type of blog…
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9:29 pm
I prefer mommy blogs.
I blog because I want to share my life stories and talk about my children, I talk about weaning the baby from the bottle, to nursing, to child birth and potty training.
keep up the awesome work kailani, your blog is awesome
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4:00 am
I enjoy your voice. I enjoy mommie blogs.
I spend my day with crying and whinning children, cleaning, washing, grocery shopping, cooking, playing play-dough for the 100th time, watching Barney, playing nurse to sick kiddos, and washing blankets after they’ve been puked on.
Trust me. The last thing I want to do is come on the internet and debate some political issue. I don’t want to come on here and try to change everyone elses world.
Frankly, if people would keep the crap cleaned off their own porch, they wouldn’t have time to worry about the crap on their neighbors porch. If you know what I mean. LOL I don’t have time to worry what everyone else in the world is doing, because I’m too busy taking care of my family.
Let’s face it. A “better place/world” has to start at home.
5:21 am
Too many thoughts to even get started. This is an incredibly thought provoking post. I am glad I stumbled upon it. There is a reason that Mommy blogs get such high traffic. We are not necessarily looking to change the world in a grand way but, mark my words, WE ARE CHANGING THE WORLD, one child at a time. Yes, our job involves puke and poop and potty talk but that is the reality of raising the next generation. I know I blog for the support and sense of community that our society often lacks for full-time moms. I am proud to be a mommy blogger and I am glad that you are too!
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5:48 am
Kailani Jesus hung out with the regulars–he wanted to be part of everyday peoples lives, the broken people, the hungry people, as you know. I think your example of kindness and outreach is exactly right, my friend. It isn’t possible to change the world one person like that–but living a life that’s worthy of the commission he left us with, that’s quite a lot. I’ve always felt you live that, that’s why I come around. Keep it coming.
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7:02 am
How rude!
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7:24 am
Mommy bloggers and all moms out there are already doing their part to change the world by investing in raising great kids!
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9:38 am
I think we do make a collective difference - in a multitude of ways. If nothing else, it’s because we’re giving ourselves the chance to laugh at our own flaws and move on.
It could be that many men wouldn’t understand what exactly mommy bloggers get or give from our blogs. It’s the Mars/Venus thing.
I’ve gained a tremendous amount of understanding from the blogs I read. And every once in a while a string of posts about diapers, etc, gives way to an amazingly meaningful article about something that probably helps a lot of readers.
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10:13 am
i fully agree with you. and mommy bloggers make a huge difference in the lives of eachother. there are mom bloggers that are advocates for certain cancers, for rare twins, for chronic diseases. and we blog about our lives and how some of those issues effect our daily lives. and if something comes up we know who to ask, and find friendship in our same realities.
mom bloggers blog about politics , and education, and religion and anything else that comes up . but no that isn’t the purpose. and blogging about family, and children, and daily life does make a difference to other bloggers whether it makes you feel like you aren’t alone, Or just a peek at someone else’s life makes your life look like Cake. it makes a difference. to someone.
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1:14 pm
I couldn’t agree more. I’m proud to NOT be a mommy blogger, but I will never blog about anything inflammatory or alarmist like politics or religion. Which is exactly what people like about me. Not everything has to be about saving the world.
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2:33 pm
I took a little offence to the “not changing the world” comment. I think a lot of what is wrong with the world is the lack of community; and to me, the blogging world is a place where people find a sense of community. “Mommy” bloggers do tend to gravitate toward each other because we share similar interests, and are going through similar events in our lives. Do you chose friends IRL just because of what they do, how they can “change the world”, on some grandiose scale?
Your site is amazing because you expose your readers to so many different things as well, not just giveaways, etc. You’ve built a community here. All the power to you, Kailani.
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4:43 pm
preach it sister
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7:35 pm
I love reading mommy blogs. If blogging is all about changing the world, I can only imagine how boring it can be. Mommy blogs offer humor and some lessons in life. If one mom (blogger) can contribute to another’s joy, then I think that is a little change contributed.
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8:18 am
GOOD FOR YOU KAILANI!! I love reading your blog simply b/c you’re so honest, creative and fun! I’m sorry that I haven’t visited often since it’s been so busy around here. But I’m like you, I write (1 post/month) b/c I enjoy keeping an online journal for my friends and family. Keep up the great work!
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3:19 pm
Well said! I can tell you’ve thought about it.
Also, I can’t help but think of Boomama, who writes about silly stuff 75% of the time, and gets many comments, but she also went to Africa with Compassion International and keeps blogging about helping children around the world who have less than we do.
(I'll take good care of it.)