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Beth Murphy's avatar

This essay is going to put an end to the wretched drop-down menu!! It must become a whole movement. I’ve never had a clear drop-down choice and it’s always made me feel ‘less than’— when just being human already enrolls me as infinite things— and Mother is my best thing. The way you crack it open and make it all so clear— it’s truly so amazing. You’re not just a talented writer, you’re a modern philosopher. Justice for MOTHERS!!! As always, the truth and beauty here is staggering. I especially like the loving list attributed to our beautiful mommy.

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Maggie Perks's avatar

Mother--yes! We’re all so lucky you’re a mother who writes! 👏🥰

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Dawn's avatar

As with all of the essays/articles of yours I’ve had the pleasure to read, I thoroughly enjoyed this one too.

You speak the truth with humor and a unique perspective.

You are a professional

mother, writer and just an all around great human.

Dawn

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Sarah A. Schoellkopf's avatar

Really well said and very thought-provoking. Moms who mother should get parades! And moms who do that and outside work should too! Celebrating moms! Hooray!

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Michele Wang's avatar

Love it Jen! Seriously the job of “mother” encompasses so much. It includes; therapist, chef, Uber driver, nurse, master project manager, etc……. We should wear the badge proudly.

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Chloe Warner's avatar

Oh this is a great one Jen 🤍

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Kelly's avatar

Yes and yes, and yes again!

On forms, when asked for vocation, I've often written, "Wife, Mother, Friend, Volunteer."

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Peter Enich's avatar

Well said Jen, well said.

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Erin Crocker's avatar

The drop downs! We had a similar conversation, but I never could have captured it the way you did. Funny and poignant. And love the nod to your mom, all of our moms, who knew the answers to everything with no reference materials!

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