Twitter - A Game Changer

Okay, so I may really be behind in the game, but I just finally took the jump and discovered Twitter.  I have an account that I keep more professional as a teacher tweeting or mostly retweeting things that hit me in the world of education, politics, science, social justice, the environment, etc.

I also just created a more personal one where I tweet, retweet things with respect to motherhood, marriage and faith as a continuation of www.MomsMoments.ca.  @DeeperMoments.

Its amazing to have so much information at my fingertips!  Twitter makes it so much easier to scan the news, see and easily share what authors and speakers I respect are tweeting and blogging about when I just have a few minutes on my cell.  I'm not one to sit on the home computer very much because frankly, there's not enough time in the day, so I otherwise am terrible at keeping up with blogs or randomly searching online for anything at all.

But Twitter... well... that's a game changer.  Its opened up a whole new level of awareness of the world, of innovation, of encouragement, challenging me to continue to be  more intentional in motherhood, marriage and faith, as well as a teacher and human being in today's society!

If you haven't already, check out Twitter and see the world come to you rather then you having to feel in the dark because there's no time to keep up with what's going on in the world!

See you on Twitter!  @DeeperMoments

Mélanie

Women on the Move!

Wow, is it ever time for an update! The Mom's Moments Newsletter found a new name this fall thanks to your help with our many reader submissions! Drumroll please.....

The newsletter's newfound name is....

WOMEN ON THE MOVE

It's the perfect fit for we are all busy women on the move, whether we're moms or not, the newsletters are full of great practical articles, ideas, resources, recipes and more - don't forget the health column! There's something for every busy gal striving to keep health and balance in their lives... And the best part? It's women encouraging, challenging and inspiring women by sharing their stories and resources.

Join us and be a part of it! You'll find Women on the Move, a wealth of online resources and so much more at:

www.momsmoments.ca

Help us find a new name for the "Mom's Moments" newsletter!

The planning team - myself, Andi Hawkins & Nicolle Huggins - has been busy as we look to next season! Now we come to you with a request. Mom's Moments began as a newsletter, but over the past five years, it has grown to be much more! (see www.momsmoments.ca for recap of all that we do).

"Mom's Moments" will remain the name of our website and organization, but we feel that the newsletter itself is in need of its very own name.

WILL YOU HELP US?

Why a new name?

First, because we've found that some women are intimidated to contribute to the "Mom's Moments" newsletter, feeling like they're supposed to be "mom" experts (but who is, really!?). Secondly, many women who aren't moms still get a lot out of the practical articles that aren't always motherhood specific: the health column, "My Story" articles, recipes, etc. Plus many women have children in their lives -- nephews, nieces or students -- but may just not have any of their own. At Mom's Moments, we want all women to feel welcome to read as well as CONTRIBUTE to this newsletter.

That said, we believe a new name for the newsletter is in order. We would love for you ALL to help find a name that reflects the newsletter vision. Here is what we are about:

• We aim to empower women by giving them a voice to encourage and equip one another through this newsletter where they can share their stories, resources, recipes and practical tips, experience or expertise.
• We hope that through the newsletter, women would be challenging and inspiring each other to live more balanced and healthier lives.
• We long to simplify our days as we remind and challenge each other to live more intentionally on the homefront so that we never lose sight of the things (and people) that truly matter (this happens so easily in our rushed and hectic lifestyles today when everyone and everything is vying for our time and energy...who really misses out?).
• Women don't have to be experienced writers to share their stories, etc., the idea is that we all have something to share, and we can all learn from each other - we can help you through the writing process when needed!
• Our readers come from a wide demographic from across North America (and beyond!) with different backgrounds, cultures, traditions and belief systems, from pregnant women, to moms of preschoolers, school-aged children, teens or empty nesters, some are single, married or have blended families, some don't have kids, some work outside the home, others stay at home, homeschool or run a business from home... and the list goes on. It's a mixed readership and we love it that way as we can all learn from each other!

So, in case you didn't already know... that's what the "Mom's Moments" newsletter is all about... Obviously, there is indeed practical mom-specific content in there, but the title of the newsletter should not stop someone from wanting to contribute because they don't have any children of their own or because they don't feel they are "experts" or professional writers...

With all of the above considered, let it simmer and see what names might come to mind. PLEASE take a minute to post your suggestions in a comment below or email us! (even if you think its not a great catchy name... you might be onto something that we can work with, send it along)!! We plan to have a vote in the fall with the top names submitted....

Eagerly awaiting each of your responses,

Mélanie, Andi & Nicolle
Your Mom's Moments Planning Team

So much to be thankful for indeed!

At this time last year, I was brand new to this blogging thing and in the early months of a maternity leave, two daughters at home with me and the eldest in school.  Much has changed in the past year, two daughters now in school full-time and one in daycare, a husband back to school just about to wrap up his program, and I'm back to work teaching high school (happy to be part-time only!) and have taken on more editing duties at Mom's Moments.  Life is busy as ever and I long for the quieter days at home!

Many things have not changed however... For one, I'm still blogging (though maybe more sporadically)!  And secondly, as I blogged at this time last year in my post "So much to be thankful for" I'm as thankful as ever for the many blessings in my life!  

Last Thanksgiving, we were surrounded by friends and family as we dedicated our baby girl to God at church.  She's now eating table foods and running all over the place and even starting to articulate a word here and there (that's a change from last year!). I'm as thankful as ever for her and her sisters...

What a blessing my family is to me.  

Happy Thanksgiving to you this year!  Be sure to pause and thank God for all of your blessings as good and perfect gifts come from above!

Excited - The Start of Another Year at Mom's Moments!

We just kicked off the 4th season of Mom's Moments and I made my debut as the editor of both the Mom's Moments newsletter while continuing with the Deeper newsletter.

I am so thankful for all of the wonderful women who are already lined up to write for both newsletters throughout the year, and I'm excited to see what other contributions women will share as they engage in the Mom's Moments community!

Join us!  Subscribe on the website - www.momsmoments.ca and you'll get an email every 2 months (from moi) to keep you up to date with what's new - particularly when the latest newsletters are published! There are awesome topics to be addressed so you won't want to miss it!  Note that Mom's Moments is for all moms... regardless of age, stage in life, backgrounds or beliefs, so check it out!

Looking for more on the faith-front?  Then you won't want to miss the Deeper newsletters and www.deepermoments.ca - Mom's Moments sister site.

Cheers!

Mélanie

Check it out!

My blog was just posted over at www.5minutesformoms.com. Thought I'd share my interview with you!

Mom's Moments makes its Facebook debut!

Okay, I just made my debut on Facebook too, but that's not the issue... I started the Mom's Moments Facebook Group for Moms Moments moms to connect and get to know each other, but more importantly, to get some real honest discussions going about everyday mom stuff.

So join the group, and jump into the discussions, share your tips and tricks of what's worked (or not worked!), or start a new discussion if you've got something else on the brain these days that you'd like to talk about! All are welcome to join... Invite your friends!

Not subscribed to Mom's Moments? You don't know what you're missing... In short, it's all about women sharing to encourage each other as moms through newsletters, online resources and blogs... Subscribe on the website http://www.momsmoments.ca/. The more subscribers, the more voices, the better for all (our kids benefit ;)!

Not on Facebook? I just gave you one good reason to join!

PLEASE NOTE: Mom's Moments and the MM Facebook Group welcome all women, regardless of their age or stage in life, current work or family situations, backgrounds or beliefs. Everyone has something to share, so get in on the discussions and share your insights!

For more of a focus on Christian daily faith and living, and faith & kids, don't miss Mom's Moments sister site/blog: http://www.deepermoments.ca/.

Click here and be one of the first to join us on Facebook! We'd love to hear what you have to add to the discussions!