Getting to know me
“OMG, what if I have nothing to write about? Worse, what if no one wants to read what I have to say?!”
Ok, full disclosure time. Those are the thoughts that have left me here, at my computer, in a cold sweat as I sit down to write this – my first blog post.
So, I take a deep breath and put on some inspirational music. (In truth, I grab the closest CD — the soundtrack to one of my all-time favourite movies, Love Actually). If it wasn’t 3:30 in the afternoon, I’d have a glass of Pinot Grigio, too, because it always gets the creative juices flowing. After a moment of reflection, I decide I either:
(a) Am severely lacking in self confidence.
(b) Have a bad case of Sally Field-itis. (Remember when she won the Oscar years ago and declared to her audience of peers, “So you really do like me!” Why do we, women and moms, care so much about being liked anyway? That’s something we should definitely chat about later).
(c) Simply have writer’s block.
I’m opting for (c).
Because this is my very first blog post, I trust you’ll go easy on me. I’ve also decided I’ll start by introducing myself and we can take it from there.
By day, I’m the editor of the Life and Health sections at Canadian Living magazine. I truly love my job – reading all the latest books and studies that come in, and pouring over products and story ideas from readers and writers.
Outside of the office, I’m a wife, mum to two girls (Liv just turned 10; Sophie is almost 7), sister, daughter, girlfriend, and avid reader and bookclub member. I’m also trying to lose the 15 pounds I gained as a result of foot surgery in the fall. (Ok, maybe the Pinot Grigio and penchant for late-night nachos and salsa are more to blame).
A couple of times a week, I’ll be writing here at the CL.com mom blog to share my thoughts with you as well as tips, information, books and products that I think you’ll be interested in hearing about. And there will be contests, too.
Talk to you soon.
P.S. Watch for my next entry for a chance to win a blender.
Tags: blog, Canadian Living, contest
May 5th, 2009 at 8:51 pm
Hello Kathryn. I enjoy reading and posting on Canadian Living Blogs. I must admit, I miss the Mom Blog so I can say that I'm glad it's back up and running. A warm welcome goes out to you. Don't be nervous...there's no need. I have an 11 year old girl and need to lose much weight myself. If you are pouring the Pinot Grigio and would like some company, just let me know. He He
What topics will you be covering? I'm dealing with my daughter's ADHD, ODD and GAD, so I'd look forward to discussing these issues.
May 5th, 2009 at 10:05 pm
I just wanted to say welcome to your first blog
(grandparenting is great fun too!!!)
When I began writing my blog I felt exactly the same way! Jacquelyn did a great job on this blog, but I am sure you will be able to put your own stamp on it & have fun in the process! I don't live in Canada, but have visited a few times to know that your country is a beautiful neighbor to the U.S. and I look forward to enjoying your thoughts & info and all that jazz.
My 3 children are now adults but I still enjoy staying in touch with parents, sharing ideas, and tips on what has worked or may work when dealing with various issues with our children.
Once a mom always a mom
May 6th, 2009 at 5:23 pm
Hi Kathryn! Yes, great to see the blog back up and running. The wonderful thing about blogs is the true randomness of thought processes they can project. So, turn off that editor's hat and simply blog away. You're sure to hit on topics about which we want to comment, sceam, laugh, cry, or ponder. I'm looking forward to hearing more from and about you!
May 6th, 2009 at 10:20 pm
Hello and welcome, don't worry I'm sure you will have a lot of interested readers.