The term 365MomMe comes from the idea that I’m a mom and I’m me 365 days a year. Kids call me Mommy but I see myself as MomMe. I guess I could have squished wife in there too but 365MomMe has a better ring to it than 365WifeMomMe.
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So here are two more of the 38 Interesting Questions To Ask Your Mom Right Now. My other posts that are answers to this list of questions are: NOT SURE IF THIS REALLY HAPPENED OR NOT MAYBE WHEN MY KIDS GET OLDER. I DON’T MIND THE CHATTING IT UP BUT CHANGING THE SCENERY WOULD BEContinue reading “I’ve been so distant in the past” - I guess that’s common with military kids.
The last few questions have been similar so I feel like I’m repeating myself a bit but hopefully the next few will be more interesting. So here are two more of the 38 Interesting Questions To Ask Your Mom Right Now. My other posts that are answers to this list of questions are: NOT SUREContinue reading “I guess that’s common with military kids.” - Same age that my mom had me
I got backed up with some other things. Our school district is debating if whether to start hybrid school or not. So I’m late in posting this but I want to get through the list from the post called 38 Interesting Questions To Ask Your Mom Right Now. I thought I’d answer a few ofContinue reading “Same age that my mom had me” - TikTok dyslexia posts
Did you know that there are whole schools just for dyslexic readers? Who knew! To find out more check out this lady on TikTok! here’s one of her posts as an example of the information she gives out. https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMJarJSDG/ - My little coworkers/employees
Still working my way through a great post called 38 Interesting Questions To Ask Your Mom Right Now. I thought I’d answer a few of the questions they asked at a time and hope that you might answer them too. My other posts that are answers to this list of questions are: NOT SURE IFContinue reading “My little coworkers/employees” - (Hashtag) Podcast — Dyslexia: Into Adulthood
The Documentary Podcast Dyslexia: Into adulthood Stella Sabin looks at the continuing impact of dyslexia in adult life. - I don’t mind the chatting it up but changing the scenery would be nice from time to time.
I came across a great post today called 38 Interesting Questions To Ask Your Mom Right Now. I thought I’d answer a few of the questions they asked and hope that you might answer them too. I started this earlier this week with NOT SURE IF THIS REALLY HAPPENED OR NOT & MAYBE WHEN MYContinue reading “I don’t mind the chatting it up but changing the scenery would be nice from time to time.” - Maybe when my kids get older
I came across a great post today called 38 Interesting Questions To Ask Your Mom Right Now. I thought I’d answer a few of the questions they asked and hope that you might answer them too. I started this earlier this week with NOT SURE IF THIS REALLY HAPPENED OR NOT. 3. What was yourContinue reading “Maybe when my kids get older” - Decoding Dyslexia
Once you do have a diagnosis it seems increasingly difficult to find real help for your child in the public school system. I don’t want to hate on public school because I know things can be made to be very difficult when they shouldn’t be, but if you need help navigating getting help for yourContinue reading “Decoding Dyslexia” - Solutions For Dyslexia
Sharing resources is the main goal for these posts this Dyslexia Awareness Month. I really want to reach anyone who is having trouble themselves or has a friend or a relatice that might benefit from screening or resources aimed towards people with dyslexia. Nessy.com is a great resource itself, but a place to start withContinue reading “Solutions For Dyslexia” - I want to try for 365
I’ve jumped full steam ahead into planning out my next few months of workouts. After being stuck mentally and physically in this hibernation mode that seems to have caught a lot of us off guard during quarantine, I’m taking a stand and I’m making a plan. Step one is to find an activity tracker whereContinue reading “I want to try for 365” - Dyslexia Information for Pediatricians
Strangely our pediatrician said that our insurance company didn’t really recognize dyslexia as being an issue for their clients. I mentioned it to her when we were doing an eye exam with my son because I wanted her to know that maybe he didn’t know the letter in the first place, not that he couldn’tContinue reading “Dyslexia Information for Pediatricians” - at some point or another
Parenting is tough work. We all feel like we are failing at some point or another. At least though we can say ( or I hope we can say) we never did these things to our kids… The Worst (and Weirdest) Parenting Advice From Every Decade Since the 1900s From infant lard baths and boricContinue reading “at some point or another” - If you’re concerned that your child may have dyslexia then this questionnaire is the ideal first step towards identification.When I came across the post 10 of the Best Teaching Resources for Dyslexia Awareness Week 2019, I saw that most of these resources are for overseas people. One good thing I did find was that there is a test from Nessy.com that might be helpful. Now I would warn not to use this asContinue reading “If you’re concerned that your child may have dyslexia then this questionnaire is the ideal first step towards identification.”
- Not sure if this really happened or not
I came across a great post today called 38 Interesting Questions To Ask Your Mom Right Now. I thought I’d answer a few of the questions they asked and hope that you might answer them too. 1. What’s one of your earliest memories? I remember our old house in Fort Knox, Kentucky. I was born thereContinue reading “Not sure if this really happened or not” - Yes, my son reads probably at a lower level than his peers
I recently came across this article that explains some things about Dyslexia. Dyslexia seems to me to be such an individualized learning disability, but maybe if your family member or you have a few of these it might lead you to testing. Below are the 16 Most Usual Signs of Dyslexia in Children and Adults.Continue reading “Yes, my son reads probably at a lower level than his peers” - Somehow my energy changes
I’ve been trying to blog as much as possible in October and today’s inspiration came from a post that read: Share some tips for getting energized beforea big event or even a low key night out. I already have written about finding confidence when approaching an event in the post: Either you’ll know to avoidContinue reading “Somehow my energy changes” - Students with learning disabilities represent a disproportionately large portion of dropouts.
Right now, in the middle of our dyslexia journey I’m a HUGE advocate for early intervention. I can only imagine what my child’s life would look like if he hadn’t had the privilege of getting him help early on. Early intervention seems like answer to a lot of issues that come up in life, butContinue reading “Students with learning disabilities represent a disproportionately large portion of dropouts.” - Contribute to the realization of dreams and aspirations
Earlier this year I wrote Open The Gates For Personal Development As A MomMe By Using Enneagrams in September. Personal development covers activities that improve awareness and identity, develop talents and potential, build human capital and facilitate employability, enhance the quality of life and contribute to the realization of dreams and aspirations. Personal development takesContinue reading “Contribute to the realization of dreams and aspirations” - If you don’t have time to sit down
If you don’t have time to sit down and read a million articles on Dyslexia…it doesn’t mean that you can’t learn about the subject. The Best of Azania Mosaka Show Playlist by The Azania Mosaka Show The highlights of the Azania Mosaka show, just in case you missed it. Guest: Kalie Naidoo – Clinical Psychologist &Continue reading “If you don’t have time to sit down” - Just going with the flow
When I was younger I “ran away with the circus” so to speak. I took a chance on a boy I met at a concert and ended up two states away in the middle of the night hanging out with someone I barely knew. It was the most fun I’ve had in my life. TheContinue reading “Just going with the flow” - We knew what we were looking for
A dyslexia story involving a kindergartener… Four things to remember…–It’s not your fault.–You’re not a bad parent–It has nothing to do with intelligence.–You are right to be concerned. Read her story of how she shared Dyslexia information with a fellow parent. The responses the parent she talks to give her are common ones. Our storyContinue reading “We knew what we were looking for” - We forget to interact with others
I’ve added a to do list to my morning routine to reach out to 10 mommies or mommy related pages on Instagram and comment on other blogs. So often we get so caught up in our own blogs we forget to interact with others. I thank people who have followed me with a DM andContinue reading “We forget to interact with others” - How he discovered his strengths and used them to spectacular effect
Seeing successful people out in the world who work with and around their dyslexia is important for little ones with dyslexia to see. The idea that you can and will be anything you want to be when you grow up is important! YouTube has so many great interviews but the Brian Grazer one shows basicallyContinue reading “How he discovered his strengths and used them to spectacular effect” - The only thing difficult about couponing is staying organized.
Quick How to Coupon Lesson: Make your grocery list. Search for a coupon for everything on your list on coupons.com or similar sites. Once you have all your coupons, check the weekly ads from the stores you already shop at and see which “deal” will be better. Most stores have them up on their websitesContinue reading “The only thing difficult about couponing is staying organized.” - Work around your learning challenges
I’ve already written about Technology and added some information about Epic but the site 1in5.learningally.org has some more great tech for helping people with Dylexia. Assistive Technology is any device or system that allows you to work around your learning challenges. You can use computers, tablets, software and apps to help do your schoolwork, gainContinue reading “Work around your learning challenges” - Moving towards things going back to normal
November and December are normally busy months of the year because of the holidays, but this year they might be even more chaotic. Its due in part to the fact that our state is coming off the more extreme status for COVID and moving towards things going back to normal as the end of theContinue reading “Moving towards things going back to normal” - Just yesterday it was March
Welcome to October! Can you believe we’ve made it this far into the year already? Seems like just yesterday it was March and schools were being closed for the COVID virus. that was almost 7 months ago! Coming up this month is a full list of blog posts ranging from cooking to allergies and aContinue reading “Just yesterday it was March” - Request an Informational Display in your School or Library!
Many libraries and schools are happy to provide space for a informational or bulletin board displays. Ask your school or library to display flyers, handouts, reading & audio material on dyslexia. Click below for more info! Libraries Display Dyslexia! | Decoding Dyslexia Oregon - I wish I was…
Who’s the funniest mom on TikTok? Not me! I wish I was but this lady (who happens to live about 20 minutes away from me) is killing it on tiktok. Check her out! https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMJf8BtrT/ - Dyslexia Is Not a Bad Word
“Dyslexia means a specific learning disability that is neurobiological in origin.” Dyslexia Is Not a Bad Word, Advocates Say. Schools Should Use It I never realized just how complicated dyslexia was until my son showed signs of it. I’m lucky because I have the financial means of helping my son get private tutoring but thereContinue reading “Dyslexia Is Not a Bad Word” - Dyslexia Awareness Month
I’m not at all shy about telling people that my son is dyslexic. Reading comes naturally for me. I was an english major in college and write fiction on the side. How ironic is it that my son has trouble reading? He was diagnosed early in kindergarten and is thriving with the help of aContinue reading “Dyslexia Awareness Month” - Sparks further investigation on my part
3 reasons why you need to read MomMe blogs on the regular… 1️⃣ BLOGGING AND BLOG READING IS CATHARTIC.One of my favorite forms of stress relief is reading about other moms experiences. It makes me feel like I’m not going crazy when I read blog posts about relationships or mom fails or even successes. PottyContinue reading “Sparks further investigation on my part” - Rolling into October like a house on fire
Here are the top posts, top tweets, and top blog reading suggestions from this past month. - they pop up like silent ninjas
A whole new meaning to personal space… On an average day my kids have no idea what’s socially acceptable when it comes to personal space. ✅ Every time I attempt a shower… there they are, face against the glass. ✅Sneaking a bite of Heath Bar from the fridge… they pop up like silent ninjas. SoContinue reading “they pop up like silent ninjas” - Either you’ll know to avoid the place or you’ll know how to handle the next situation.
New situations always give me anxiety. I would have hoped by now as a former army brat who moved multiple times and was always faced with new situations that I would have overcome this but it’s still a thing with me to deal with. Here are a few things I tell myself before I leaveContinue reading “Either you’ll know to avoid the place or you’ll know how to handle the next situation.” - TMI I know, but believe me you’ll be glad you don’t have to clean up toddler poop from their rooms!
Have you ever seen a toddler straight jacket? I guess I shouldn’t call it that. It sounds cruel and I’m sure that horrible horror movie images come to mind but it’s basically what my solution is for keeping a kid in their diaper at night. When your diaper baby starts to break out of theirContinue reading “TMI I know, but believe me you’ll be glad you don’t have to clean up toddler poop from their rooms!” - Now producing eggs
Not everyone will remember but a few months ago we hatched chickens out for the local FFA chapter when school closed early due to COVID. They’ve grown and are now producing eggs so my mother in law brought me some yesterday! 🐣What’s new at your house?🐣 - Stronger than a toddler with a new toy
Coffee is my biggest vice, it’s got a hold stronger than a toddler with a new toy. What about you, any vices? - The conversation that would pass between the three of them would keep me entertained for hours
I think if I got to sit down with a celebrity mom and interview her I’d want to sit with someone like Reece Whitherspoon, Mayim Chaya Bialik, or Danica McKellar. Not only are these three celebrities that I’ve grown up with over the years, but all three women are extremely educated in their given fields.Continue reading “The conversation that would pass between the three of them would keep me entertained for hours” - It was a fun “almost famous” time of my life.
People are not often shocked when they hear I used to a college basketball player. I’m 5’11” so it’s not that hard to imagine me on the court. However I didn’t start off loving basketball. I was a soccer lover from a long time ago. Sadly I loved to a city where youth soccer borderedContinue reading “It was a fun “almost famous” time of my life.” - This is an app with a membership fee, but I believe it’s worth it.
Earlier this year I fell in love with Todoist. I wrote a blog post about how I used it for my daily cleaning routine around the house: How A To Do List Saved My Sanity. Right now my life is all about distance learning and I’m loving the EPIC app/ website. http://getepic.com This is aContinue reading “This is an app with a membership fee, but I believe it’s worth it.” - Putting all those sleepless nights and kid vomit and poop experiences that no one else in my house seems to understand to good use.
I often get asked, Why do I write a mommy blog? Simple answer? I’m a writer. I always have been and I always will be. More complicated answer is that right now the only thing I seemed to be qualified to write about is being a mom. I have 10+ years of experience. Way moreContinue reading “Putting all those sleepless nights and kid vomit and poop experiences that no one else in my house seems to understand to good use.” - The Salty Mama
- I appreciate all feedback
I’m still fairly new to getting the word out about my blog. Years ago it seemed so much easier, but now I’m back to square one. I appreciate all feedback and Catey’s made me smile! - Computers that are good for internet surfing
I’m borrowing my son’s computer to work on today. My parents bought the kids new computers for distance learning this year when I found out the school wouldn’t have them available until October. We had two older Chromebook style computers that are good for internet surfing but we needed to beef up their processing speedsContinue reading “Computers that are good for internet surfing” - It is a 24/7 job for the rest of your life…
FALSE: Being a stay at home mom is easy. TRUTH FROM THE GENERAL PUBLIC:Take a moment to search Twitter for “stay a home mom is easy”. This will bring up a never ending list of tweets about the subject. Most of them include something about being physically and mentally exhausted, many of them talk aboutContinue reading “It is a 24/7 job for the rest of your life…” - Is anyone there?
Is anyone there?Find me online: Facebook: facebook.com/365momme Instagram: instagram.com/365momme Twitter: twitter.com/365momme Tumblr: Tumblr.com/365momme Blog: 365momme.com - Just a reminder…
Facebook.com/365mommeInstagram.com/365mommeTwitter.com/365mommeTumblr.com/365momme If you like or follow my pages I return the like or follow! - There is nothing you can do to make every moment perfect right?
Lately we’ve been having truck issues. I’m so blessed to have my husband work as a mechanic. Blown fuel pump and AC fixed at cost! Love that he’s got the skills to save us in a crazy moment. Step 1 in handling situations like this is to stay calm. There is nothing worse than freakingContinue reading “There is nothing you can do to make every moment perfect right?” - Having my kids home has taken the shine off being a mom
A good mommy blogger should easily be ale to gush about the things that I love being a mom. COVID and almost 6 months of having my kids home has taken the shine off being a mom..After a minute of thinking this is what I came up with:1️⃣ Sleeping. (My kids didn’t let me sleepContinue reading “Having my kids home has taken the shine off being a mom” - I was a semi-famous fiction writer
Why is writing such a big part of my life? Before I became a mom I was a semi-famous fiction writer. In the late 90s and early 00’s, I had a pretty sizeable following for my boyband fanfiction. I know. I know. Don’t roll your eyes but I had multiple novels posted online for fansContinue reading “I was a semi-famous fiction writer” - The world is clearly going crazy!
As I was resarching topics for future blog posts I ran across the term “5 reasons not to…” I was curious to see what other kinds of posts were out there so I took to Twitter and this is what came up on the first page of finds… 5 reasons not to…— age your wine—Continue reading “The world is clearly going crazy!” - My inventory probably isn’t as up to date as it could be
Crocheting has been a hobby of mine for over 10 years. It all started when I was pregnant with my daughter. I suddenly, in true Enneagram Type 5 style, needed to learn crochet after years of failed attempts. I took to the internet and found The Crochet Crowd (actually before it became world famous). TheContinue reading “My inventory probably isn’t as up to date as it could be” - Night School
September 10th…📓This week, NightSchool travels from coast to coast, learning about the fascinating ecosystems that exist where water meets land. Join us on this (virtual) journey, trekking from California tidepools to Florida’s Gulf Coast.📓This looks interesting! A friend of mine liked this so I thought I’d share!📓https://facebook.com/events/s/nightschool-coast-to-coast/298271518144966/?ti=ia - The Way We Treat Each Other in 2020
“The Way We Treat Each Other in 2020” is a podcast episode from early August 2020 from The Purpose Show. She comments on the state of life today with an uplifting message that will make your Monday..Shaming and bullying seem to have become a normal part of our society right now and it’s time toContinue reading “The Way We Treat Each Other in 2020” - Sunday games are supposed to be an escape from reality
Behind the scenes. Hubby hanging out. This is the first time in 10 years we aren’t playing fantasy football. I don’t know what your take is on it but we are kind of boycotting the NFL this year due to how ridiculously political it’s gotten. To me the Sunday games are supposed to be anContinue reading “Sunday games are supposed to be an escape from reality” - For a deep sale price of $21
My favorite outfit right now is Capri pants and a T-shirt and my new balance shoes that I got for a deep sale price of $21!!! This morning i was supporting one of the local restaurants here in my town. Loving this baseball jersey style shirt! - (Hashtag) Self Care Awareness Month
Get unstuck Fitness is a very important area of my life and yet it is the one thing in my life where I’m completely stuck. Five years ago I got up on the daily, worked out and lived a fitness lifestyle, but lately I’ve found it extremely hard to follow through with anything. Yes COVIDContinue reading “(Hashtag) Self Care Awareness Month” - Welcome
Moving items over from my other domain. Stay tuned for big things! - If you’re having trouble changing your habits, the problem isn’t you. The problem is your system.
I just finished Atomic Habits by James Clear..💡If you’re having trouble changing your habits, the problem isn’t you. The problem is your system.💡.It was a great read about the little habits in our lives and to tweak my system I’m going to ask the big bad Facebook to fill up my book shelf. I’m onContinue reading “If you’re having trouble changing your habits, the problem isn’t you. The problem is your system.” - Thoughts on Make Over your Morning Routines
Today while I was working on my morning writing I took a moment to listen to a podcast from 3 in 30 Podcast. It was titled “Make Over your Morning Routines” and talked about the little things that can get you started on having a good day. The surprising thing they suggested is starting theContinue reading “Thoughts on Make Over your Morning Routines”
