tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143702771543283167.post7844121677571278430..comments2022-12-04T10:21:13.477-08:00Comments on Uniquely~Me: Chat with Me~ Memoirs of a New Working MomMary Boydhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03710555744582653840noreply@blogger.comBlogger25125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143702771543283167.post-76061529651753699262017-10-31T20:08:31.406-07:002017-10-31T20:08:31.406-07:00I really enjoyed reading this! Hang in there lady-...I really enjoyed reading this! Hang in there lady--it sounds like it's already getting better for you and your family!Allisonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01113676073305034925noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143702771543283167.post-48643350388294608862017-10-19T14:22:20.057-07:002017-10-19T14:22:20.057-07:00I loved reading your story. Big life transitions l...I loved reading your story. Big life transitions like this spark up a lot of emotions and can absolutely drain you, but you're so strong and I'm glad you're making choices that are best for you!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09684184541878536780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143702771543283167.post-82276038930995529972017-10-18T16:52:37.523-07:002017-10-18T16:52:37.523-07:00I can't even imagine how difficult it would be...I can't even imagine how difficult it would be to return to work after having a baby. I'm glad you ultimately made the decisions based on you and your families needs.<br />-Nicholle<br />www.nichollesophia.com Nicholle Sophiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07623571652950451141noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143702771543283167.post-26747672486835269732017-10-18T12:46:32.970-07:002017-10-18T12:46:32.970-07:00What an amazing story - I am soooo glad that you t...What an amazing story - I am soooo glad that you took the leap when you realized you were unhappy. That is so important! "The lack of priority and consideration that our American working society and culture puts on women as child bearers is a somber reality." -- THIS. YES! It is just so crazy how soon the workplace wants women to come back after having a child.Alexhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11275520032140103780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143702771543283167.post-27440669236296218172017-10-18T12:26:11.134-07:002017-10-18T12:26:11.134-07:00Wow, you truly are an inspiration! As I was readin...Wow, you truly are an inspiration! As I was reading your story, I could feel all the tiredness and frustration you were feeling when you were trying to balance things out. I am so glad you found a job that allows you to spend more time with Chaya and keeps you happy! Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12208689146351082570noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143702771543283167.post-25047168555325717052017-10-18T12:23:15.702-07:002017-10-18T12:23:15.702-07:00Wow, thank you so much Eli! Reading this comment w...Wow, thank you so much Eli! Reading this comment warmed my soul! You know, I did think about splitting it into a series after I finished writing. All the experiences from this season were so intertwined in my memory and recollection of it all that it ended up getting grouped into one big story when I first started writing. And it was heavy! I know there is more to say about all of this and some great dialogue has been sparked so I am planning on breaking things down in some future posts. And with the symbolism of the milk tea and lactation- well, that was a beautiful coincidence. Or maybe subliminal? ;) Thank you so much for taking time to read and be an understanding ally <3 I truly am grateful our paths have crossed as well. Let's continue to share the beauty and art in our life's experiences.<br /><br />xxx,<br />MaryMary Boydhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03710555744582653840noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143702771543283167.post-68180113985874393152017-10-18T11:06:51.221-07:002017-10-18T11:06:51.221-07:00Yes! It sounds like you guys are setting yourselve...Yes! It sounds like you guys are setting yourselves up well! Self-employment may not always be easy, but it can help when growing a family <3 All the best to you both!<br /><br />xxx,<br />MaryMary Boydhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03710555744582653840noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143702771543283167.post-80039065820834669512017-10-18T11:04:34.517-07:002017-10-18T11:04:34.517-07:00Thanks so much for reading and empathizing with me...Thanks so much for reading and empathizing with me <3 It's been so nice being home with her more now :)<br /><br />xxx,<br />Mary<br /><br />Mary Boydhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03710555744582653840noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143702771543283167.post-5994959606959066162017-10-18T08:41:48.458-07:002017-10-18T08:41:48.458-07:00Love hearing your story and that you get to spend ...Love hearing your story and that you get to spend as much time as possible with your kiddos!<br /><br />xoxo, Paige<br />www.midwesterncharmblog.comPaigehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07517869655157263260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143702771543283167.post-20283402766216931492017-10-17T19:54:26.249-07:002017-10-17T19:54:26.249-07:00Wow I cannot believe the timing of your arrival! A...Wow I cannot believe the timing of your arrival! Amazing! You really highlight the struggles of life as a working Mom with a newborn. I cannot even imagine how many directions your heart was pulled in. I am glad you are now able to work from home and be with your sweet girl <3Fairy Princess Jordhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04463494133725810723noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143702771543283167.post-57429221293636573702017-10-17T18:37:43.800-07:002017-10-17T18:37:43.800-07:00I'm so happy you're now able to spend more...I'm so happy you're now able to spend more time with your adorable daughter. I became self-employed about 10 months ago and couldn't be happier. It will be so amazing for when my husband and I start having children. Breakfast at Lillyshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16925645673720403795noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143702771543283167.post-24832241799712221702017-10-17T17:34:59.770-07:002017-10-17T17:34:59.770-07:00Ahh, thanks so much for reading and sending me a c...Ahh, thanks so much for reading and sending me a comment on this side of the platform, Kyla! I think that although motherhood can bring out the deepest darkest parts of us, it also brings out the most amazing parts of us too. I'm looking forward to walking with you in this motherhood journey!<br /><br />xxx,<br />MaryMary Boydhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03710555744582653840noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143702771543283167.post-23412784302579075862017-10-17T17:32:43.167-07:002017-10-17T17:32:43.167-07:00It can be a lot, but I'm still pushing through...It can be a lot, but I'm still pushing through! Thank you for the encouraging nod and for taking time to read :)<br /><br />xxx,<br />MaryMary Boydhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03710555744582653840noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143702771543283167.post-36250170674511433022017-10-17T17:30:07.477-07:002017-10-17T17:30:07.477-07:00Aw, thank you Tilley <3 I'm learning that b...Aw, thank you Tilley <3 I'm learning that being an entrepreneur takes a special kind of grit and I'm hopeful it is that same grit that will set an amazing standard for you and your future family! Thank you so much for taking time to read.<br /><br />xxx,<br />MaryMary Boydhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03710555744582653840noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143702771543283167.post-23195641719364295402017-10-17T17:14:27.833-07:002017-10-17T17:14:27.833-07:00You write with the precision of a Clinician, but w...You write with the precision of a Clinician, but with the vulnerability of an artist. Although I read the whole piece in one session, I wish it was broken down into a series, as it felt heavy on some parts. I loved the moments of glimmer; particularly the bare sharing of your lactation woes so interestingly juxtaposed with photos of milk being poured. I am not sure if that was intentional or if it was a subliminal decision, but it was a charming wink into the lighthearted spirit that you have. It was a fantastic read that even I, neither a mom, nor lactating (Thank GOD!) found engaging and of value. I'm glad our paths have crossed.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02397740087943984477noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143702771543283167.post-73724928684292231162017-10-17T17:05:51.275-07:002017-10-17T17:05:51.275-07:00Oh yes. Oh so true that there is so much more goin...Oh yes. Oh so true that there is so much more going on beyond the pictures we share. While it was hard, I think things are starting to go in the right direction in some industries, but in others we're still ages behind. Thank you so much for taking time to read! <3 <3<br /><br />xxx,<br />MaryMary Boydhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03710555744582653840noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143702771543283167.post-13038020176389881542017-10-17T17:00:22.281-07:002017-10-17T17:00:22.281-07:00Yes, it's been fun! Now that we're with ea...Yes, it's been fun! Now that we're with each other all the time, we sometimes get tired of one another. But I still wouldn't trade it! Thanks so much for taking time to read :)<br /><br />xxx,<br />MaryMary Boydhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03710555744582653840noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143702771543283167.post-38226065665323315962017-10-17T16:58:36.643-07:002017-10-17T16:58:36.643-07:00Ah, thank you so much McKenna! Enjoying indeed :)
...Ah, thank you so much McKenna! Enjoying indeed :)<br /><br />xxx,<br />MaryMary Boydhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03710555744582653840noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143702771543283167.post-9782621507983028242017-10-17T15:43:00.199-07:002017-10-17T15:43:00.199-07:00I'm so glad to hear that you're able to sp...I'm so glad to hear that you're able to spend more time with your daughter. I'm sure she loves you being around!SometimeSaturday.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04283217013783660181noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143702771543283167.post-62064566896089763602017-10-17T14:42:24.265-07:002017-10-17T14:42:24.265-07:00Glad you are able to spend more time being a mom a...Glad you are able to spend more time being a mom and enjoying that part of life. PS you are gorg!!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06201771084832647525noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143702771543283167.post-77938893962030546912017-10-17T12:57:33.561-07:002017-10-17T12:57:33.561-07:00Awe my heart!! It's so wild to read your story...Awe my heart!! It's so wild to read your story and then look at how perfect everything looks in your photos, but it's so true for what most of us experience. I can only imagine how difficult the time in your life was and what a challenge it must have been to decide and quit. It's such a shame that we don't have more support for working mothers, that there is even a question between mental healt vs financial stability. I'm happy you found your way to a new career path and hope you feel great <3 your strength is inspiringRachel @ The Confused Millennialhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08548260893933070205noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143702771543283167.post-38729580380021994102017-10-17T12:45:31.103-07:002017-10-17T12:45:31.103-07:00As an entrepreneur considering having a family in ...As an entrepreneur considering having a family in the next year or two, this is an amazing read. Thank you for sharing it. You and Chaya are stunning :)Tilley's Threadshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12705127599490670172noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143702771543283167.post-27703074839033979802017-10-17T10:33:31.729-07:002017-10-17T10:33:31.729-07:00What a beautiful post, Mary!! I appreciate your ho...What a beautiful post, Mary!! I appreciate your honesty into the journey of motherhood, and the choices of working or being home with your little girl. I am years and years away from even thinking about becoming a mom, but I can imagine this must have been so hard for you to decide!! Really enjoyed reading!<br /><br />xoxo A<br />www.southernbelleintraining.comAnnaliesehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07691548618653074600noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143702771543283167.post-30318450476390119102017-10-17T10:29:49.707-07:002017-10-17T10:29:49.707-07:00Oh Mary! I've always admired you as your colle...Oh Mary! I've always admired you as your colleague, but now that I'm a mother too, I totally admire your journey to healthy, faith-filled motherhood! Kylaforniahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14237338618604664265noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9143702771543283167.post-62684839342702410862017-10-17T09:48:37.043-07:002017-10-17T09:48:37.043-07:00Wow it sounds like you've definitely got a lot...Wow it sounds like you've definitely got a lot on your plate! Props to you for doing it all!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01206906742026881442noreply@blogger.com