The Mom Slant
When I was getting to know people before BlogHer06, Jes mentioned that she was “rebranding” as Chirky. Back then, having only just moved from Blogger to my own domain, I couldn’t imagine starting over as she had. A new name, a new domain, a whole new identity – it sounded so intimidating.
Now, three years later, I’m doing it myself. I’m rebranding.
mothergoosemouse has been my mommy blog. Begun after a sudden cross-country move that turned every aspect of my life upside down, it has served as a constant source of comfort, friendship, and entertainment. It also chronicles my children’s lives for the past three and a half years. I cannot abandon it altogether, so the domain and archives will remain intact.
While I love writing about my children, it’s clear that op-ed is my passion, particular from a parent’s perspective: Delving into issues, analyzing them through a mother’s lens, gaining insights, drawing conclusions, and engaging in discussion those whose views conflict with mine – these are the high points of blogging for me and what I will focus on at my new site, The Mom Slant.
I never expected blogging to lead me where it has, and I’m still giddy with all the possibilities yet to be explored. Much love and thanks to everyone who has taken the time to read mothergoosemouse. I hope you will join me at The Mom Slant too.
April 24th, 2009 at 6:55 am
I’m ready for the next step of your journey, chica.
Jenny, Bloggesss last blog post..It’s like we’re living on the Oregon Trail except none of us has dysentery yet
April 24th, 2009 at 7:12 am
Congratulations on your new blog and on having the courage to take the leap! I let go of my mommy blog and just as soon as I stopped feeling pressured to write about my kids and “mommy stuff” my desire to do it came back full force. Who knew?
I look forward to reading you over at The Mom Slant!
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April 24th, 2009 at 9:07 am
Wow.
That’s awesome, Julie.
I’ll miss hearing about your kids, though, so you’ll have to email more often…
xo
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April 24th, 2009 at 10:25 am
Very excited for your new endeavor! You know I’ll be over there routing you on.
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April 24th, 2009 at 10:30 am
k… see you there.
April 24th, 2009 at 12:04 pm
I don’t know why but this is hitting me kind of hard. I’m excited for you and you know I’ll follow you anywhere you wish to go but damn if this doesn’t feel like saying goodbye to someone. (Or I’m a total sap. Take your pick.)
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April 24th, 2009 at 5:12 pm
Congrats! Very interested to read on…
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April 25th, 2009 at 6:13 am
What a fabulous idea. I must say I enjoy reading your posts of that ilk. Bookmarking commencing. Lots of luck.
April 26th, 2009 at 1:05 am
Congrats! Looking forward to reading you wherever you are.
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April 26th, 2009 at 12:53 pm
I like it! I like it a lot!
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April 27th, 2009 at 12:02 pm
Congrats Julie. Looking forward to your new slant.
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April 27th, 2009 at 1:07 pm
How exciting! I look forward to following you over there. I also really enjoy your op-ed posts. I will add The Mom Slant to my Reader now!
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April 29th, 2009 at 10:41 am
I love reading what you have to say, so I look forward to the new iteration of your blog. Congrats!
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May 1st, 2009 at 12:27 pm
Congratulations! I am getting ready to make the shift to Wordpress and “go bigger”. I’d love any advice to have to offer?
turnitupmoms last blog post..Homemade Soaps for Kids
May 4th, 2009 at 1:36 pm
Adding Mom Slant to my blog roll.
apathy lounges last blog post..Greetings from the Swine Flu Epicenter!
May 14th, 2009 at 9:03 am
What the…?! I came over here after a long absence and all I am is dressed in my sweat pants and my hair in a pony-tail, and now I have to run over to a new blog and what will people think of me there?
Anyway, I’m with you for the ride and the journey and the adventure! Heading over to Mom Slant! See ya in a bit!
Jozet at Halushkis last blog post..First Comes Love, Then Come Marriage…
June 12th, 2009 at 12:06 pm
Ooooh, this is VERY exciting news. I’m following you at The Mom Slant!
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August 1st, 2009 at 2:28 pm
I enjoy reading this blog so I will certainly check out your Mom Slant.