I am a thirty something mom who spent the majority of her life in the Midwest, but relocated to the beautiful state of Oregon five years ago. At age seven I decided I wanted to be a writer, but somehow my life took many twists and turns and I ended up as a youth pastor and later a stay at home mom. I still LOVE youth ministry and currently lead a middle school youth group as a volunteer. I have a wonderful husband, three children all two years apart, a crazy cat, a guinea pig, and a goldfish who officially made it to her first birthday. I am an insane long distance runner (though I am a high school track drop out and never tried cross-country) and have completed two marathons.
I wanted to start a mom blog because I have met many moms all over the country (and the world) who have a story to share. Not only that, but each are blessed with amazing gifts that have inspired me. I want to compile all these stories and ideas into one “mom blog” and hope it can inspire other moms around the world.
Please e-mail me at everyday-mom@hotmail.com
Michelle @ Simplify, Live, Love
We have a lot in common! I was a long distance runner (also a HS track drop out) in the past (completed one marathon and lots of 1/2s), am from the Midwest, and have a sister who relocated to the PA NW many years ago. Good luck with your degree and thanks for stopping by Simplify, Live, Love.
artoornstra
Wow! We do have a lot in common. I think running is easier when you get older. I had all kinds of injuries in high school and that was one of the reasons I quit. If you ever get to my side of the country, the Portland Marathon is a great “rookie” marathon. It was my first. Thanks for stopping by Everyday Mom!
Rita Ott Ramstad
The great thing about being a writer is that you can be a writer and all those other things, too. And it looks like you are! Nice to find your blog–
artoornstra
Thanks for reading! I feel like I was a blogger before there were blogs. I have boxes in my attic of journals, poetry, and articles. Blogging has been such a great hobby for me. Thanks for reading!
Cozycakes Cottage
Just found your blog and enjoying it already!
artoornstra
Thanks so much! And welcome.
Jerry Postema
Great idea, Amy. You will be a great help to many.