Mama Said There'd Be Days Like This: Refreshing Rest Stops for Moms on the Run

This book had me laughing throughout. Jenn Doucette is one funny lady, a gal who's not afraid to admit her quirks and foibles -- so that those of us who feel EXACTLY the same way can feel some relief. We're not alone! :) Sprinkled with a healthy dose of hard-earned wisdom, Doucette has the comedic rhythm that makes this book a joy to read. In fact, it can be downright embarrassing when you burst out laughing "HA HA HA! ME TOO!" in the doctor's office. (oops.) This would be a great pick-me-up gift for moms in the busy child-raising years. There seems to be no lack of books for moms-to-be and newborn moms -- as well as plenty of advice-giving parenting tomes. Doucette's book fills in the gap needed when we're feeling like we just need a girlfriend to say, "I'm with you. I'm tired, my car's a mess, but I love God, I love my kids, and I love being a mom!!" --Mom 2 Mom Connection

I really enjoyed this book. About 75% of the time I could swear the author was talking about my kids. Also, rather than sounding like the "expert" all the time, the author speaks more "mom to mom," which makes the book feel more like peer support to help busy moms cope, than a book written to make you feel like you could do more stuff to be a good mom. Is that refreshing, or what? I liked how the author often used herself as an example and wasn't afraid to admit her flaws. It made her very approachable as a paperback mentor, and it made me want to keep reading the book. It is truly funny, witty, and downright silly at times. I have to say I also learned quite a bit from this book in addition to being encouraged. Her anecdotes will make you smile and her examples of her own flubbing up will make you want to keep on keeping one (while taking better care of yourself, of course.) I highly recommend this book for all moms whether they are at home full time or out in the paid workforce.

This is a great little book to tuck into your purse for sneaking in a few pages during carpool! Some pages are good for quiet reflection, others will make you laugh out loud. It's refreshing to spend time with a mom who really *gets* motherhood.

Jenn's storytelling in this book not only made me laugh out loud, but also helped me relax a bit about my own mommy goof-ups, misconceptions, expectations of being a mom, etc. I find myself going back to the book on those days when I need a good story to get me laughing again. Some of Jenn's antics remind me of Lucille Ball when she gets herself into some pretty interesting situations. My favorite story...the cupcake tower. Enjoy!

Jenn Doucette is a mom in the trenches, who writes with wisdom and humor about all the "stuff" of mommyhood. I loved her stories and the honesty with which she shared her own struggles and weaknesses. As an avid journaler, I also liked the questions for reflection she included at the end of each chapter. Moms who need a dose of encouragement will thoroughly enjoy this book. I recommend it wholeheartedly!