July 19, 2006
BlogMe: Meet Christina!
******** In honor of BlogMe 2006, I have had the pleasure of interviewing Christina from A Mommy Story. She’s smart, she’s funny, and she’s an amazing mother. Her daughter Cordy is a month younger than my Dawson and is WAY adorable!
I adore Christina and I know you will, too.
Guaranteed.
She was so worried about her answers being too long, and gave me permission to edit her interview. But, I could never do that!!! Her answers are wonderful as usual!
1. Talk about your blog. What can I learn about you in under 5 minutes?
In under 5 minutes, you can learn that I have one of the most stubborn, strong-willed, independent, yet cute toddlers on the planet. And that I often have no idea where I’m going with a post I’m writing, and the end doesn’t always match the beginning.
2. Are you and your blogging persona the same person?
For the most part. My blogging persona is that inner voice that is often shouting her opinion at others, but in real life I’m a little more shy and less likely to really tell people what I think. I’m pretty sure my blogging persona is cooler than me.
3. How would you describe your writing style?
Stream of consciousness. I think of a topic to write about, start writing, and then only go back to spell check for the most part. If I have to sit down and outline a post, it’s too much work for me and I won’t ever get it done.
4. What don’t you write about? Anything considered a no-no in your book?
I generally don’t write about politics much, because to me it’s something not worth fighting about. I’ll make the occasional joke at the government, but I try to stay out of heated discussions revolving around politics. Oh, and I don’t write about when my husband pisses me off much, either, but that’s because he reads my blog.
5. Have you written anything controversial? Is blogging controversial?
Oh yeah, blogging can be controversial. Anytime you have people from all different backgrounds and beliefs together and talking, an argument or disagreement is bound to crop up from time to time. The most controversial thing I’ve written lately is a post about a woman who made beautiful digital art detailing her feelings about her c-section. I wrote a brief version of how I felt with my c-section, also, and how I thought it was horrible. I wasn’t expecting people to find it controversial, but they did. Some women really were upset that I was speaking so harshly about c-sections, and they felt women shouldn’t be criticized for wanting an elective c-section. Truthfully, I never said anything against their right to do as they please. I said I think they’re horrible and impersonal and I hope to never have another one ever again.
6. What is your favorite thing that you wrote? What got a strong reaction from readers? Links please?
Well, certainly the c-section post. But my favorite post has to be the MNT Wrestling match post. And I also liked my first Mommy Wars post.
7. How do you feel about meeting bloggers in real life?
I will be attending BlogHer (thanks to Queen of Spain for sponsoring me), and with it being a week away, I’m terrified. I’m excited also, but I worry that everyone will meet me in person and then say, “Why do we read her blog, anyway?” I’m also meeting a smaller group of Ohio bloggers tonight, so I’m considering it practice for BlogHer.
8. Which blogs do you read every day, rain or shine?
That’s a tough one. I read anyone who has commented on my previous post each day. My blog superstars, though, are Queen of Spain, Mrs. Chicky, Her Bad Mother, Motherhood Uncensored, and several more (I just realized that the list was so long I would take up way too much space for the answer).
9. Have you ever anonymously posted on a site to flame them?
Never. I hate it when it’s done to me, so I don’t think I could ever do it to someone else, even if I didn’t like them. If it’s something I feel that strongly about, I’ll leave my name.
10. What important parenting advice would you give to other moms of toddlers?
Uh, don’t listen to advice? Just kidding, but there is a nugget of truth in there. Toddlers are so crazy and so unpredictable that you never know what you’re going to get. My friends with toddlers have children that are so different from Cordy – each with their own strange fears and obsessions. I think the most important thing to do when parenting a toddler is take the time to learn about that little person, and don’t just assume they’re like you. By learning the nuances of their personality, you can tailor your parenting style to what works for them. It’s a win-win situation, and hopefully will prepare you for when they’re teens!
Posted by Dana @ 1:08 PM • BlogHer
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July 19th, 2006 at 3:23 PM, mommaobrienx7 Says:
Thanks for all the links to these cool blogs. I agree about not writing about friends and family when they upset you. That is a wise blogging rule!
July 19th, 2006 at 10:14 PM, Sue (mominator) Says:
Hey Dana, great interview! I love this Mixer. I’m getting a look around outside spaces and seeing more of what’s out there in the blogosphere. The blogs are so great, it’s a bit intimidating.
That is uncanny you have a pal from Lenexa. If you are going to live in Kansas, they’ll tell you Johnson County is the place to park yourself. I’m on the edge of Lenexa and Olathe. Next thing you know, I will find out I know that person somehow. Seems to be what happens to me. LOL.
Have a great day girl!
July 19th, 2006 at 10:36 PM, Dana Says:
Sue, he got married in Olathe I think. I only know this because he got married and my mother cut the wedding announcement out of the paper. She then called me and said, “That boy you had a crush on in high school..he got married. Did you want me to save the article?” She asks me AFTER she already does it. *L* What a woman.
July 19th, 2006 at 10:37 PM, Dana Says:
Momma O! I’m glad to see you back! Yay!
July 20th, 2006 at 1:03 AM, Mommy off the Record Says:
I love reading Christina’s site as well. Great interview!
July 20th, 2006 at 7:21 AM, Mother Says:
Yay Christina ~ You are a blog superstar too, my friend. Can’t wait to meet you!
July 20th, 2006 at 11:52 AM, Damselfly Says:
Yay! I like reading A Mommy Story. Thanks for the interview.
July 20th, 2006 at 1:30 PM, Dana Says:
I’m so glad everyone loved the interview! It was fun to do! Christina rocks!
July 20th, 2006 at 5:53 PM, Christina Says:
Aww…you’re making me blush, everyone!