tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post4155772578489966117..comments2024-02-13T05:20:46.558-05:00Comments on A CUP OF JO: MotherhoodJoanna Goddardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18109285188206811042noreply@blogger.comBlogger266125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-45510249616542799362012-07-09T18:28:43.506-04:002012-07-09T18:28:43.506-04:00I'm not sure you'll see this so many month...I'm not sure you'll see this so many months/years after you posted it. I thought i'd add that from a childs perspective (not so distant from my lofty 21 years of age)the love your mum gives you defines so many things, but having recently left my family home for the first time permenantly, i sometimes feel the reverse. In a given situation i feel somethings missing and i realise its my mother, or the ease of telling/sharing with her.<br /><br />Your Toby is precious and he loves you back.A Student Cookhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17867846982613316899noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-32655628561065570842012-03-22T07:31:44.853-04:002012-03-22T07:31:44.853-04:00I really look forward to your posts! Not yet a mom...I really look forward to your posts! Not yet a mom (maybe someday?).<br /><br />Thanks for sharing :)compte bancaire à hong konghttp://www.societe-a-hong-kong.com/ouvrir-une-compte-a-hong-kong-a-distance.phpnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-210687302653544932012-03-08T23:39:10.896-05:002012-03-08T23:39:10.896-05:00tennessee felony offender lookup
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house listin...In my view one and all may read this.<br /><a href="http://www.findhouse.ca" rel="nofollow">house listing</a> | <a href="http://www.myrtlebeachmap.net" rel="nofollow">Myrtle Beach map</a> | <a href="http://www.onlinereadinggames.net" rel="nofollow">online reading games</a>Zechariahnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-64717850334410077602011-07-02T15:03:54.274-04:002011-07-02T15:03:54.274-04:00i know this post is months old now, but i just stu...i know this post is months old now, but i just stumbled upon it. As a mommy myself, i think you put it just right. It is amazing to be a mom, and sometimes all of the wealth of feelings that come with it are too many to express, and sometimes too precious to share outloud. Isn't motherhood unbelievable? What a gift. Thanks for sharing!Hannahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09208706924242926465noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-8712061532392092402011-05-23T22:11:08.539-04:002011-05-23T22:11:08.539-04:00Hi, Joanna. I have (surprisingly) really enjoyed ...Hi, Joanna. I have (surprisingly) really enjoyed your Motherhood posts. While I often pour over all things related to pregnancy/babies/motherhood, it is often with a very heavy heart. My husband and I have tried for 4+ years to conceive (on our own and with the help of a reproductive endocrinologist) with no success. Just wanted you to know that I appreciate your words. I love that reading about your experience being a mother makes me joyful that I might experience it, too, but it doesn't make me feel like my life would be incomplete without it...Rebecca (becellington at gmail dot com)noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-33729174902809693672011-04-25T05:36:54.034-04:002011-04-25T05:36:54.034-04:00This sounds absolutely incredible! Just this post...This sounds absolutely incredible! Just this post made me all melty....<br /><br />windeater.blogspot.comBronwynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04208762406116300281noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-23024839642153218902011-04-21T13:05:05.760-04:002011-04-21T13:05:05.760-04:00So looking forward to these posts! I'd love to...So looking forward to these posts! I'd love to read more about parents' experiences of going back to work after maternity leave and what it's like to drop their child off at day care, and how parents have gotten creative in keeping day care to a minimum. I'm due at the end of June, and I'm already starting to stress about that. It's not necessarily the cost (although that sucks!), but more the emotional detachment and guilt. I really don't want to leave a 3-month old in day care 10 hours a day, 5 days a week. I think we have a plan in place so as to not let that happen, but you know how plans fall through...keeing my fingers crossed!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-23671076423314079862011-04-16T03:05:07.927-04:002011-04-16T03:05:07.927-04:00such sweet and true words.
i know i thought my he...such sweet and true words.<br /><br />i know i thought my heart couldn't possibly grow that big to feel the same love for another baby, and yet it did. <br /><br />xotea with lucyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07189192073489440981noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-5624610837848957802011-04-15T15:22:56.817-04:002011-04-15T15:22:56.817-04:00really lovely to know carl jung inspired you to sh...really lovely to know carl jung inspired you to share more of your inner world on here, joanna. thanks for the thoughtful post.<br /><br />all my best,<br />cristiCristihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02637408778249834662noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-37014290639328373902011-04-15T14:08:42.276-04:002011-04-15T14:08:42.276-04:00I have no problems understanding that children is ...I have no problems understanding that children is not for everyone. Of course you don't need a baby in order to have a meaningful life.<br /><br />That doesn't mean that Joanna's blog is completely irrelevant. As a mother myself I really enjoy reading Joanna's thoughts on motherhood, but there are lots of posts here that doesn't interest me. I don't care much for cheese, some of the fashion shown here isn't my taste etc, but it really doesn't matter. I just don't read them. I have never found a blog where every post interests me, and that's just fine.<br /><br />If I can skip the cheese posts, then women who don't want to have children can skip posts about motherhood. Easy peasy.Marianne Eeenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-74789830601936333202011-04-14T23:50:58.257-04:002011-04-14T23:50:58.257-04:00So...I can't quite fit into the bikini and I d...So...I can't quite fit into the bikini and I don't like cheese...but I get your love for Toby. I am a grammie for the first time and My Sam and Toby are a couple of weeks apart. I have to say, the love I feel for that boy is so big it makes me weep, laugh and just feel so full I want to pop. I am a mom...to 3 amazing adult children that I love with all my heart. Being a grandmother tops every experience I have ever had in all my 55 years.krys kirkpatrickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06532504859795540595noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-28870301831303330072011-04-14T19:49:20.534-04:002011-04-14T19:49:20.534-04:00thank you for all these lovely comments! so excite...thank you for all these lovely comments! so excited to get conversations started :)Joanna Goddardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18109285188206811042noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-7407259386471179242011-04-14T14:35:47.192-04:002011-04-14T14:35:47.192-04:00Hi Joanna!
I am a new mom as of 3/2/11. The first...Hi Joanna!<br />I am a new mom as of 3/2/11. The first few weeks with my Ellie (after the first two days of bliss) were very hard for Ellie and I because of our struggle with breastfeeding. I wanted this so bad, and because of some issues with her mouth, I ended up having to let go of this dream. The roller-coaster of emtions, the struggle, and the lessons I learned in such a short time were amazing. Sometimes I feel like its all rainbows and sunshine on baby blogs and I'd love to hear about struggles and lessons learned!Oblio and Arrowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08172808350781562722noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-20665124734410264192011-04-14T12:43:16.176-04:002011-04-14T12:43:16.176-04:00I so agree with the "heart living outside you...I so agree with the "heart living outside your body" saying. My little guy just turned 3, and I have to say that things get better, harder and different. I’ve definitely had my share of bad mommy moments in the past 3 years of Kaleb’s life. I wrote about one on my blog:<br />http://bluebirdbylucie.wordpress.com/2011/01/09/bad-mommy-sunday/<br /><br />It’s a new challenge everyday, and a lot of times I feel like a loser, but it is also so amazing as well. I cry harder, laugh harder a live more now that I have him. Plus, the feeling that I have actually grown a human being is amazing.<br /><br />Anyways, I’m looking forward to your series. It’s good for moms to connect and share, so we don’t feel alone.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-11174254874262363632011-04-14T12:18:28.288-04:002011-04-14T12:18:28.288-04:00I love this idea! I love to get peeks into the liv...I love this idea! I love to get peeks into the lives of other busy and successful moms!Jill GGhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06707916936063694975noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-81790318844854103482011-04-14T11:56:22.489-04:002011-04-14T11:56:22.489-04:00i love that quote :)
lovely post.i love that quote :)<br />lovely post.TNhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10664886191346507281noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-44863221821607202622011-04-14T11:37:09.855-04:002011-04-14T11:37:09.855-04:00anonymous, i hear you that you're not interest...anonymous, i hear you that you're not interested in motherhood posts -- the good news is, you can just skip those posts! :) and i TOTALLY agree that there are other ways to find fulfillment and joy and connection in life -- absolutely. i'm just sharing my personal life experiences, which, in my case, includes a baby. so feel free to skip Mondays and read all my other posts about art, fashion, design, etc! :)Joanna Goddardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18109285188206811042noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-48917384941535317132011-04-14T11:11:16.713-04:002011-04-14T11:11:16.713-04:00I am really excited that you're doing this and...I am really excited that you're doing this and can't wait to hear more about motherhood with Toby. <br /><br />With Mother's Day approaching, I want every mom to feel super glam: <br /><br />http://theinsidesource.com/article/fashion/mothers-day-gift-guide-disco-glamThe Inside Sourcehttp://theinsidesoure.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-19556008126233970392011-04-13T21:17:50.246-04:002011-04-13T21:17:50.246-04:00there is nothing more precious than your love for ...there is nothing more precious than your love for a child...I cannot breathe sometimes when I am without my boys (3 and 1) - and then...there are those times I cannot breathe with them! But even in the hard moments that "milky smell, drooly smile" as you said, will always get you at your coreAmerica's New Familyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02379956005334827914noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-28157038649650771322011-04-13T20:44:58.627-04:002011-04-13T20:44:58.627-04:00Ok, I'll try and say this in the best way poss...Ok, I'll try and say this in the best way possible. I love reading your blog. I'm thrilled for you about the addition of your son and glad to hear that you have such joy from parenting. And I'm sorry that I can't agree with the 200+ people who felt compelled to comment on your blog, but I really don't care to read about the thrills and pains of motherhood. I don't want children. I never have. I have no interest in children and frankly, I find them annoying. I thought I was strange, that I would eventually come to love and want my own child, but the older I get, the more grateful I am that I don't have any. I hear it constantly from friends, family, and complete strangers, but I have no interest in hearing about other women discuss their experiences about being a mom on their blog as well. While you are very inspiring and I appreciate what you share in your blog, to be honest, I have no interest in hearing more about motherhood. There are other ways to share in the joys and pains of others, to find fulfillment, and to grow with and through people besides parenting.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-22962313006853000582011-04-13T20:18:45.305-04:002011-04-13T20:18:45.305-04:00Joanna,
I meant to tell you that I look forward t...Joanna, <br />I meant to tell you that I look forward to a mother post from you because your blog has such a kind tone to it. The best advice I've received has come from mothers who are willing to be honest and open about the difficulties of the job. That kind of dialogue has only happened in circles where judgment is put aside. Your blog fits the bill.<br /><br />On another note. I know exactly how anonymous feels. Although I have a beautiful daughter who I"m so grateful for I've also been through an abortion at 23 weeks pregnant and 3 miscarriages. The aborted child was due to the baby not having a cerebellum. So, I know how heartbreaking it is to want to have a child and not have one....well, i know the frustration to a certain extent since I was blessed with one first. Its tough being a mom. It's tough wanting to be a mom and feeling like your body is not doing its most basic job. But each situation calls for support. I hope anonymous finds a supportive circle/blog. I still have hope that another child will come to our family. Seeing pictures of Toby and the way you describe him makes me want to keep plugging away despite our recent "batting average".krisel keeperhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09680952549097890392noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-83273787347156820172011-04-13T20:08:58.155-04:002011-04-13T20:08:58.155-04:00@hello, that is awesome that you're 52 with a ...@hello, that is awesome that you're 52 with a 2-year-old, good for you! @alma, that is so sweet. and @kathleen, you'er so right--and i totally agree that anyone can be the best they can be, whether they have kids or not, are married or not, have a career or don't work, etc. etc. to each her own path! :) xoxoxoJoanna Goddardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18109285188206811042noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-2992492122997176242011-04-13T19:38:45.770-04:002011-04-13T19:38:45.770-04:00As a mom of "older kids" (11 and 7) I ca...As a mom of "older kids" (11 and 7) I can tell you that part of evolving as a mom is remembering to nurture yourself as well as your kids. Good for the mental health! But not always easy to do since kids turn into a big priority. I'd love to see a post on that. Not just "spa pampering" types of things (low priority for me) but really remembering to make time to be with your friends and do things that reinforce your identity as YOU and not just as a mom. <br /><br />Also, with regard to the post from Anonymous that you addressed already, I have 2 kids but have also had several miscarriages. So I can see it both ways. I think reinforcing the idea that there are many ways to be the best you can be, whether you are a mom or not, or married or not, would be great.<br /><br />Keep up the awesome work! :)Kathleenhttp://13things.typepad.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-79773328239312756192011-04-13T18:45:48.694-04:002011-04-13T18:45:48.694-04:00A tiny bit late in saying so, but I'm positive...A tiny bit late in saying so, but I'm positively thrilled! I'm sure if you treat it with the same lovely personality that you treat all your daily subjects it will a fantastic addition to Cup of Jo!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08942131819153450011noreply@blogger.com