And just like that, I’m a “Mommyblogger.”
Well, not quite.
It actually all got started about a year ago — this past August to be exact — while enjoying the sand and surf of the Jersey Shore with TripleThreatMommy, a current mommyblogger and friend.
Me: “I’m thinking of starting my own mommyblog,” I thought out loud, while gazing wistfully at the sea.
TripleThreatMommy: “You should TOTALLY!” said with enthusiasm and encouragement.
And we proceeded to spend the next two afternoons fleshing out the components of this very blog, while simultaneously watching her kids boogie board with her husband, and stopping my 13- month-old from eating sand. I guess you can say that mom a la mode was born on the beach. I’m grateful to TripleThreatMommy for her advice and mentorship, and it truly was that time on the beach that gave me the clarity and inspiration as to what this blog would represent and communicate.
So, alas, I welcome you to mom a la mode, my blog.
Wondering about the name? Here’s a little “Behind the Music:” I wanted a name that would convey being modern, of-the-moment and have a double-meaning that could fit with food and fashion (my two passions.)
My goals are quite simple – to entertain and inspire; and to encourage meaningful connections and sharing amongst mommies and beyond. I’m really too new at this mommy thing to be giving advice, so I don’t really plan to. You might say that the heart of mom a la mode is celebrating subject matters that are irreverent and fun, with a heaping helping of humor. So look for mom a la mode to serve up sweet anecdotes, saucy recipes, stylish picks, occasional contributions from special guests, many references to pop culture and much, much more. Because there’s only so much of The Wiggles this gal can take in a given day…
Yes, this blog is PR friendly! And I vow to be transparent with you if ever compensated for a post.
Welcome to mom a la mode…and enjoy!
oxox
-mom a la mode
Pam at Triple Threat Mommy says
I am so honored, Lis! As I look back, I am sovproud to have such a long and rich relationship with you: from Liz to NYU to thr Jersey Shore to our latest partnerships, Mom a la Mode and Triple Threat Mommy make a fantastic team!