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Before I was a mom: August Group Writing Project Finale

Before we start the festivities, I want to note that the Internet ate another entry:

So here is the complete list:

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Now, feel free to spread the link love by copying the above list (instructions) and posting it to your own blog. They all deserve it—but you don’t have to take my word for it (thanks, LeVar Burton); just read them!

And the winner, chosen at random, is . . .

Before I was a mom; I had time and money by Kate

Kate has participated in the GWP for years, so I’m especially happy to reward her continued diligence and creativity with a $30 Amazon gift card, which should be winging its way to you soon, Kate. Congratulations!!

Thanks to everyone who participated and be sure to subscribe so you won’t miss the next GWP!

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Adapting to being a mom

I just found out there was at least one Group Writing Project entry that didn’t go through earlier. If you submitted your post but haven’t seen it listed in the daily-ish round ups, please try again!

Here’s our missed entry:

And here’s my contribution!

Before I was a mom, I had no idea.

I had no concept of having a little person who needs everything from me, and yet couldn’t give anything back.

I couldn’t imagine what it would be like when I couldn’t give a precious baby back to its mother—because I was the mom now.

I had no idea the panic that I’d feel as it set in that I would never go on “vacation,” get a “break,” or spend time alone with my husband.

Before I was a mom, I wanted kids—four of them. Now, I don’t know if I could handle that—some days I don’t know if I can handle the two I have!

I couldn’t fathom what it would be like to hold my child.

I didn’t know how “I love you ‘O MUCH!” or “Yer my fav’it!” or laughter would sound from the mouth of my child.

Before I had two children, I knew I would never be able to give any child the time and attention I’d given Hayden.

I didn’t know how sweet my son could be.

I never imagined how hearing “Becca is my bes’ fwen’ ever” or just “Werbecca” from my son would melt my heart.

Now that I’m a mom, I have no idea how exactly or how much my life will change as my kids grow older, as Rebecca learns to walk and talk, as Hayden goes to preschool and school, as our family grows. I know I’m not ready for it—but I’m finally beginning to believe we’ll all survive.

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August GWP Day . . . next

I’m good at counting.

This week has been . . . well, on the bright side we got Hayden registered for preschool, though I am a little ambivalent about starting him at 3. He’s very excited, and we found a place that looks just wonderful—field trips and gym and outside play and art (both their own and masters’ masterpieces) and social skills and all that other school stuff. I’m probably more nervous than he is.

Before I was a mom, I had no idea! I’m glad to hear I’m not the only one. We have five more great entries today, so be sure to read and comment!
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Haven’t submitted yours yet? There’s still time! Get a post in before Sunday for a chance to win a $30 Amazon gift card—and be sure to use the submission form! (It helps me keep all the entries in the same place in my email so I can find them when I need to post them.)

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August GWP: Day 1 (ish)

MamaBlogga Group Writing Project badgeThe GWP is back, baby! This time around, we’re looking at “Before I was a mom.” So far, we have some great entries comparing the seasons of our lives—and the grass isn’t always greener on the other side! Be sure to read, comment and enjoy the first batch of GWP entries.

Haven’t submitted yours yet? There’s still time! Get a post in before Sunday for a chance to win a $30 Amazon gift card—and be sure to use the submission form! (It helps me keep all the entries in the same place in my email so I can find them when I need to post them.)

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August Group Writing Project

It’s been a really long time—a MamaBlogga Group Writing Project is way overdue. Starting in on your suggestions (with more topics to come from your comments soon!), the theme for the August Group Writing Project is “Before I was a mom.”

MamaBlogga Group Writing Project badgeAs always, feel free to go in any direction that appeals to you. Even if you don’t choose to participate, you can encourage others to participate!

  • Your post can take any form as long as it reflects this theme—this includes anything from serious to sarcastic, about your children, your future children, your pet, etc.
  • You can participate with a blog post, a podcast, a video, a page on your website, etc., etc. If you don’t have a website, contact me and I’ll be happy to publish your entry here on MamaBlogga.
  • Only NEW posts (i.e., posts have not been published prior to 10 August 2009) are eligible. Posts must be submitted through the submission form before Monday, 17 August 2009.

Why participate?
There are lots of reasons to participate! All entries that meet the guidelines will be listed and linked to here on MamaBlogga. This an opportunity for you to discover new blogs (and for others to discover yours!). Also, see how you can get the most out of the GWP.

And, of course, there is one more incentive: one lucky post author, drawn at random, will receive a $30 gift certificate to Amazon.com (to be announced Monday, 17 August 2009).

Finally, we’d appreciate it if you linked to this post or to the guidelines/submission form on your entry post so that others can learn about the project and participate.

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Copy and paste this code to get the MamaBlogga GWP badge above (it includes a link back here, but I’d still appreciate a text link, too).

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