The Conception, Birth and Life of LiveMom.com
In a thriving metropolis such as Austin, Texas, many moms have yet to find their way. Some know the place like the back of their hand, yet most still stumble around, constantly searching for a side street that will bring them closer to their destination in a more timely manner than many of the local highways and biways. We are new to this. Even after living here for twelve years, I find that the city changes on a daily basis. There are new routes, businesses, people; a changing complexity not unlike motherhood.
I feel like I should know the routes by now. I have been a mom for nine years and now with a second child, I have much more knowledge than I did with my first. I can navigate nicely most days. But, some days I get lost. I used to go around in circles, constantly going around the same block, hoping that my memory would come back or by some divine intervention, whatever I was looking for would just appear out of nowhere.
It’s taken me a while to realize that my voice was a powerful tool. I finally made a pit stop in this growing city and asked for help. It’s amazing how far you can get if you aren’t afraid to stop and ask for directions along the way. So, now I ask questions. I try not to be so afraid of the unknown… and let’s face it, that is being a mom. As soon as you get comfortable in one position, it changes. You have to make new decisions and you have to do it quickly.
I believe that we, as moms and women, can use our voice to help others. We can be the person on the side of the road giving directions when another mom has lost her way. And, in the process, we might just learn something ourselves. We can speak out about what we want and need from the community that we live in to make our lives easier.
Although we are all different, with different perspectives, as moms we share a common thread; the desire to provide the best for ourselves and our families. Together, we can share information to encourage each other in a kind and supportive on line community. With that in mind, let us hear your voice and be a part of building a better village, Austin.
Catherine Prystup has lived in Austin for thirteen years. She considers herself a good cook and enjoys reading, hanging out at coffee shops, people watching, eating dessert and going on long vacations. She has a background in advertising sales and management and is currently staying at home with her one year old daughter and nine year old son. She handles bumps, bruises, laughs, baths, coughs, colds, tickles, bills, homework, driving… let’s just say the list is a long one. She also has two dogs, three cats, one fish and a husband. Catherine was a full-time working mom for eight years before quitting to stay home with her daughter. The idea to create a website for Austin area moms came to her one day when it seemed like she would never accomplish anything on her long to do list; it was just another stressful day in the life of a working mama. She thought it would be nice to have a website that offered help and an outlet for all of her crazy emotions as a mother. Maybe some guidance and a big old cyber hug every once in a while. After all, being a parent is one of the toughest jobs out there. Over the course of the past couple of years, the concept for LiveMom has changed many times over and has now emerged in its present state with more exciting changes to come!
How does it work, you ask?
Post to the forum and I will pull from topics to post on the main page. Leave comments or reply to topics in the forum. Either way, let your voice be heard and we can start to make a difference in the community and in the lives of other moms. You can also email me with any topic that you would like to see on LiveMom. If you have a story to share, a special offer to tell us about just some musings on being a mom…. this is your website.