Pinterest mom: as Urban Dictionary explains “A mom who spends her whole entire life crafting and diy-ing her life. She cuts her kids sandwiches like puzzles to keep their brain working while eating and making sure their name is embroidered on their lunch box.”
I’m not sure that I would take my dedication to a “Pinterest Mom” that far, but I will say I enjoy being “that mom”. You know, the one who has the kid that has cute cupcakes for birthdays and homemade birthday party decorations. Homemade Disney World shirts for the whole fam that screams “Mickey is my homeboy”. I enjoy it. I enjoy being the involved mom and have always wished I could give more. While my son has asked me to be the library mom a time or two at school- I’m not sure he knows that I have no idea how that dewy decimal system works (that’s the library right?!) But I do enjoy, being there, being present, watching my son intermingle in his own little life that he partakes in every day while I’m away in my life. It’s really something I’ve been missing since Covid hit. No more classroom parties, no more cute treats being sent to school. Even working in child care I get the calls from the moms just like me, you can hear the sadness in their voice when you tell them they can no longer bring in outside birthday treats. Other’s you can hear the sigh of relief that they aren’t obligated to prepare a fancy treat. I totally understand both aspects- everyone is different. Some parents want to spend their time making YouTube videos of their kids and families signing, dancing, playing with toys- I’d rather poke myself with a pencil 15 hundred times. Anyway, one thing is for sure- US PINTEREST MOMS ARE DYING OVER HERE!
As Facebook memories pop up and I see the fun little things I’ve created for my kiddo and the extravagant birthday parties I’ve thrown (yes 63 people at his first birthday party isn’t a lie) I’ve always been the first to say yes to throw someone a baby shower, host a big party or help someone plan something. Honestly, when people ask me about my previous marriage- the best part was putting the wedding together and seeing it come to life. Juuuuust kidding, there were some good parts in being married, I think. Maybe a party planner will be part of my next life. I miss it. I don’t feel complete without it. Actually, I think my significant other is ready to dig a hole in the backyard large enough to fit me and all of my DIY home projects I’ve been demanding him to do. Why don’t I want to do those? Well, I do- but with a huge round belly and fluttering pregnancy brain functioning on low demand I’m not sure I’d be the best contender. I’ve filled my Pinterest board up of my own DIY fun for the kids that I have a new birthday treat ready to rock for the next 37 birthdays. I’m sure my son’s future wife will be so thrilled when mommy-in-law rolls up with fruit loop lined cupcakes and nerd pieces rolling out when you bite into them for this 32nd birthday! SURPRISE! But this will happen if I don’t get to send in my creations any time soon.
Are you a Pinterest mom?! Are you missing sending in your creations?! Let’s UNITE! Let’s make some mad glitter creation and share with each other!
- Alicia Black
Assistant Director of The Learning Experience Independence
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